# [Tanarukk](Rules\Source\bestiary\fiend/tanarukk-mpmm.md) *Source: Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse p. 240* > [!quote] A quote from Tasha > > I believe spite can be an excellent motivator. But unchecked fury? That rarely leads to anything more than a big mess. When demonic influence corrupts the leadership of a people or an organization, the leaders might embrace abyssal magic to make tanarukks, using these ferocious warriors to bolster their followers' strength. The demon lord [Baphomet](/Rules/Source/bestiary/npc/baphomet-mpmm.md) gladly shares the secret of creating tanarukks with those who entreat him for power; the cult of Gruumsh has also mastered a ritual for this purpose, and bestows it on those deemed worthy. Whatever process is used corrupts the subject, transforming them into a vicious Fiend. Although tanarukks are valued as fearsome fighters, they are a threat to their allies off the battlefield. When not in combat, a tanarukk is destructive and volatile and is usually kept imprisoned by its allies. If unrestrained, a free tanarukk embarks on a rampage, attempting to take over by force. Most such coups fail but are costly nonetheless. If a tanarukk does seize the leadership of a group, reckless raiding or even war is the course they inevitably choose. ```statblock "name": "Tanarukk (MPMM)" "size": "Medium" "type": "fiend" "subtype": "demon" "alignment": "Typically Chaotic Evil" "ac": !!int "14" "ac_class": "natural armor" "hp": !!int "95" "hit_dice": "10d8 + 50" "modifier": !!int "1" "stats": - !!int "18" - !!int "13" - !!int "20" - !!int "9" - !!int "9" - !!int "9" "speed": "30 ft." "skillsaves": - "name": "[Intimidation](/Rules/Source/skills.md#Intimidation)" "desc": "+2" - "name": "[Perception](/Rules/Source/skills.md#Perception)" "desc": "+2" "damage_resistances": "fire, poison" "gear": - "[greatsword](/Rules/Source/items/greatsword-xphb.md)" "senses": "[darkvision](/Rules/Source/senses.md#Darkvision) 60 ft., passive Perception\ \ 12" "languages": "Abyssal, Common, plus any one language" "cr": "5" "traits": - "desc": "The tanarukk has advantage on saving throws against spells and other\ \ magical effects." "name": "Magic Resistance" "actions": - "desc": "The tanarukk makes one Bite attack and one Greatsword attack." "name": "Multiattack" - "desc": "*Melee Weapon Attack:* +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. *Hit:* 8 (1d8\ \ + 4) piercing damage." "name": "Bite" - "desc": "*Melee Weapon Attack:* +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. *Hit:* 11\ \ (2d6 + 4) slashing damage." "name": "Greatsword" "bonus_actions": - "desc": "The tanarukk moves up to its speed toward an enemy that it can see." "name": "Aggressive" "reactions": - "desc": "In response to being hit by a melee attack, the tanarukk can make one\ \ Bite or Greatsword attack with advantage against the attacker." "name": "Unbridled Fury" "source": - "MPMM" "image": "/Rules/Source/bestiary/fiend/token/tanarukk-mpmm.webp" ``` ^statblock ## Environment hill, mountain, underdark