Modrons in 5e: Full Guide - Lore, Abilities, Background

Last Updated on January 22, 2023Of all the weird, wacky creatures WotC has come up with, one of my favorites definitely has to be the Modrons. These little constructs are just so strange that they’re worth reading about even if you never plan on using them in a campaign.Today’s article is all about the mechanical inhabitants of Mechanus. From the Great Modron March to Primus (not the band) there’s a lot to cover, so let’s jump in.Table of ContentsWhat Are Modrons?Modron SocietyTypes of ModronsThe Great Modron MarchWhat Are Modrons?Modrons are perhaps the most lawful beings in all of D&D. They are a subset of constructs native to the lawful neutral plane of Mechanus. These strange creatures are responsible for the clockwork operation of the plane, and they do so with absolute efficiency.There isn’t a single creature called a modron; rather, this is the name given to a large variety of similar constructs created by Primus, the godlike ruler of Mechanus. Modrons are split into 14 castes,...