Dungeons & Dragons Male Merfolk Miniature

This is a highly detailed miniature of a Male Merfolk.

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

In Dungeons & Dragons, a male merfolk is an aquatic humanoid with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a fish. Merfolk are native to oceans, seas, and deep lakes, living in underwater cities or nomadic tribes. They are typically neutral in alignment, valuing freedom and community, though their attitudes toward surface dwellers vary by setting.

Male merfolk often serve as warriors, hunters, or spiritual leaders within their societies. They are strong swimmers, capable of surviving both underwater and at the surface for limited periods. While they rarely venture far from their aquatic homes, some become adventurers or emissaries, forming bonds with surface dwellers or defending their territories against threats like sahuagin or pirates.

In gameplay, merfolk are usually NPCs but can be player characters in certain settings. They possess natural swim speeds, water adaptation, and occasionally magical abilities related to water. Depending on the edition, merfolk stats and abilities vary. In 5th Edition, merfolk NPCs appear in the Monster Manual with a simple stat block, while playable merfolk can be found in homebrew or setting-specific expansions, often featuring amphibious traits and water-based magic.

Their culture is deeply tied to the ocean, with traditions shaped by tides, marine deities, and the balance of aquatic ecosystems. Some worship gods of the sea, like Deep Sashelas or Umberlee, while others revere nature itself. Conflicts arise with land-based civilizations encroaching on their domains, but they also trade with coastal communities when relations are peaceful.

Male merfolk are depicted with a range of appearances, from sleek and elegant to rugged and battle-scarred. Their coloration often reflects their environment, resembling tropical fish, deep-sea creatures, or mythical sirens. Despite their otherworldly nature, they share many emotions and ambitions with surface dwellers, making them compelling characters in any campaign.