Dungeons & Dragons Stalagmite Miniature

This is a highly detailed miniature of a Stalagmite.

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 stalagmite is a natural formation found in caves and underground areas. It is a pointed, upward-growing structure made of mineral deposits, primarily calcium carbonate, that forms from dripping water. As water drips from the ceiling of a cave, it leaves behind small deposits of minerals that gradually build up over time. Unlike stalactites, which hang from the ceiling, stalagmites rise from the ground. These formations can vary in size, from small, delicate spikes to large, towering columns.

Stalagmites are often used in D&D as environmental hazards, obstacles, or cover during encounters. A party might find themselves navigating a cave with jagged stalagmites scattered throughout the floor, making movement more difficult and potentially dangerous. In some cases, they could even be used strategically in combat, offering cover or blocking paths.

The Dungeon Master (DM) may also include stalagmites as part of the environment for atmospheric effect, emphasizing the cave’s desolate or eerie nature. Depending on the DM’s approach, they might describe the sound of water dripping, the damp air, or the dim light casting long shadows from the stalagmites. Stalagmites may also be interacted with by players, such as using them to gain higher ground or even attacking them with magic or weapons to cause collapses or damage.

In addition to their aesthetic and mechanical value, stalagmites are an integral part of the cave systems in D&D, reinforcing the theme of exploring the unknown and the challenges posed by the natural world.