Dungeons & Dragons Wood Golem Miniature

This is a highly detailed miniature of a Wood Golem.

This model was created by MZ4250 who makes amazingly accurate models of the Monster Manual creatures and provided by Commercial License.

A Wood Golem in Dungeons & Dragons is a magical construct created from living wood, typically imbued with nature-based magic. It is one of the various golems crafted to serve their creators, often functioning as guardians or protectors of sacred groves, forests, or druidic enclaves. Unlike golems made of more traditional materials like stone or iron, Wood Golems have a more organic appearance, with their bodies composed of large, twisting branches, vines, and tree bark. These creatures are animated by powerful nature magic, usually woven by druids or fey beings.

Wood Golems are generally formidable foes, possessing significant strength and resilience due to their construction. They are immune to poison and many other environmental hazards that might affect non-magical creatures. Their wooden bodies give them a natural resistance to bludgeoning damage, though they can still be harmed by fire, which is a notable weakness. Despite their natural appearance, Wood Golems are entirely artificial beings, bound to serve their creators or those who command them.

In terms of behavior, Wood Golems follow simple commands, often focused on protection or destruction. They are known to defend the areas or individuals they are assigned to with unyielding loyalty. While not inherently evil, their actions are determined by the will of their creators, and they will not hesitate to take violent action if ordered.

Wood Golems can be encountered in various settings, particularly in areas where magic and nature intersect. They are typically found in regions where druids, fey, or powerful nature deities have a strong presence, often protecting ancient, sacred lands or guarding valuable magical resources. Their presence evokes the eerie balance between the natural world and the arcane.