Dungeons & Dragons Kobold Witch Doctor Miniature

This is a highly detailed miniature of a Kobold Witch Doctor.

This model was created by M3DM who makes amazingly accurate models of Dungeons & Dragons creatures and is provided by Commercial License.

A Kobold Witch Doctor in Dungeons & Dragons is a magical variant of the standard kobold, often serving as a tribe's spiritual leader, healer, or arcane advisor. While typical kobolds are low-level reptilian humanoids known for their cunning and trap-making, a witch doctor stands out by wielding divine or arcane magic, depending on the edition and setting. These kobolds often worship deities like Kurtulmak or dragons, drawing mystical power through fervent devotion or magical study. Their role combines the traits of a cleric, shaman, or sorcerer, enabling them to cast spells that support allies, curse enemies, or manipulate the battlefield.

In earlier editions such as 3.5e, a kobold witch doctor might be a sorcerer with a few divine spells, often flavored with voodoo-like or tribal elements. In 4e, the Kobold Dragonshaman fills a similar niche, acting as a spellcaster with support and control capabilities. In 5e, kobolds don't have a default witch doctor stat block, but DMs often customize kobolds with spellcasting abilities, sometimes using the Cult Fanatic or Mage stat blocks as templates. A witch doctor typically casts spells like cure wounds, inflict wounds, bane, or spiritual weapon, adding surprising versatility to otherwise weak kobold encounters.

Narratively, a kobold witch doctor is often seen as the “brains” behind a tribe’s operations, using their limited power to manipulate stronger creatures or maintain order through fear, superstition, or genuine magical might. They're usually paranoid, clever, and deeply loyal to their dragon patrons or dark gods. Because of their magical abilities, they’re key targets in combat but also intriguing NPCs for social or political encounters. Their combination of ambition, fear, and arcane knowledge makes them compelling villains or strange allies in kobold-themed adventures.