Dungeons & Dragons Skeleton Golem Miniature

In Dungeons & Dragons, a Skeleton Golem is a magical construct typically crafted by necromancers or other powerful spellcasters from the bones of the dead. Unlike simple animated skeletons, a Skeleton Golem is a complex and powerful entity, built from numerous skeletons fused together through dark rituals. It stands as a hulking figure, far larger and more imposing than any single skeleton, and is animated by arcane forces rather than the lingering souls of the deceased.

Skeleton Golems are nearly mindless, programmed only to follow the commands of their creators. Their lack of free will makes them reliable guardians or shock troops, as they will obey any order without hesitation, regardless of the danger. Unlike typical golems made of metal or stone, Skeleton Golems benefit from their undead nature, often having resistances or immunities to necrotic energy, poison, and certain forms of magic. They also have the terrifying ability to absorb the bones of fallen enemies to heal or grow stronger, further enhancing their menace on the battlefield.

Despite their undead construction, Skeleton Golems behave like traditional golems when it comes to magic resistance. They are highly resistant to spells and non-physical attacks, which makes them difficult to destroy through conventional magical means. However, their bones, though magically reinforced, are not as durable as metal or stone golems, making them somewhat vulnerable to blunt weapons, which can shatter their structure more easily.

Skeleton Golems are used as terrifying shock troops in undead armies or as near-impenetrable sentinels guarding the lairs of powerful necromancers. Their grotesque, skeletal appearance and the magical energy animating them make them both awe-inspiring and horrifying to behold, a perfect tool for those who wield the powers of death.