# Random Encounters for D&D 5e — Monster & Treasure Generator

> Dungeon Master tool for generating D&D 5e encounters and treasure. (iPhone/iPad app by Daniel Nations.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-encounters-for-d-and-d-5e/id1379772890 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Daniel Nations](https://appshunter.io/developer/372457872)
- Category: Entertainment, Reference
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 3.25/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 105 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2018-05-12
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-encounters-for-d-and-d-5e/id1379772890/reviews.md

## What is Random Encounters for D&D 5e?

Random Encounters 5E is designed to allow the Dungeon Master to quickly generate encounters for an adventure, whether that is a wandering monster they come across in the Underdark, a series of encounters for a desert adventure or even filling a cave up with orcs, ogres and hill giants, which makes it a great D&D app for any DM's toolset.

ORGANIZE YOUR ADVENTURE'S ENCOUNTERS and TREASURE

The ability to save up to 16 encounters means a DM can plan out an adventure, using the generator to help seed encounters. The DM can even edit the encounter and add new creatures (even custom ones) to the mix.  The combat aid will even help keep track of initiative and combat.

Random Encounters 5E can also generate random treasure from an individual's treasure, a boss's prized possessions or even a whole treasure horde. The treasure generator can also roll up random scrolls, potions, weapons, armor or miscellaneous magic items.

INCLUDES TOME OF FOES AND THE GUIDE TO MONSTERS

Random Encounters includes two additional monster manuals as optional settings. This provides plenty of variety in the type of encounters that can be generated while allowing you to tailor the encounters to the source books you own. 

RANDOM ENCOUNTERS KEY FEATURES:

* Generate by Environment: Arctic, Coastal, Volcanic, Mountain, Desert, Hills, Forest, Underdark, Grassland, Swamp, Astral and Urban
* Generate by Type: Any, Aberration, Construct, Dragon, Elemental, Fey, Fiend, Giant, Humanoid, Monstrosity, Undead.
* Generate by Group: Bandits, Cultists, Orcs, Goblins, Demons, Devils, Undead, Giants, Dragons and more.
* Generate encounters based on Challenge Rating and Number of Players, and adjust even further for Easy, Medium, Hard or Deadly encounters.
* Customize the encounter by adding creatures, even custom monsters of your own making.
* Save up to 16 encounters when planning your next adventure.
* Combat aid allows automatic initiative rolls for creatures, keeping track of current hit points and a notes field.
* Supports Volo's Guide to Monsters and the Tome of Foes as optional expansions.

RANDOM TREASURE KEY FEATURES:

* Generate treasures appropriate for a chest, large chest, individual, boss or entire horde
* Specifically generate scrolls, potions, weapons, armor or magic items
* Edit coin totals and add new magic items
* Save up to 16 treasures

HOW TO USE RANDOM ENCOUNTERS AS A DM:

* Build a quick one-off adventure by drawing or downloading a quick map and using the Random Encounters app to generate 6-8 encounters based on the CR of the party.
* Spice up your campaign by adding quick encounters while exploring swamps, deserts, volcanic mountains or the arctic tundra.
* Flexible wandering monsters lets you quickly roll up appropriate creatures for the Underdark or target a particular type of monsters such as an undead wandering encounter for a crypt.
* Generate Encounters and Treasure for Brainstorming.  The ability to add and subtract from the encounters allows the DM to use the random generation as a base to start from when building custom adventures.

## Key features

- Generate encounters by environment, type, and group
- Customize encounters with custom monsters
- Generate treasure for chests, hordes, and individuals
- Combat aid for initiative and hit point tracking
- Save up to 16 encounters and treasures
- Supports optional monster manual expansions

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-encounters-for-d-and-d-5e/id1379772890/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Ehhh

*2019-05-07, version 1.01*

It let me use it for a couple of times and then it just wouldn’t open up anymore and I needed it for the campaign I was dming fix or something

### 5/5 — Great tool for DM

*2018-05-10, version 1.0*

Just purchased this app. The User Interface is simple, but that is perfect for an app that i will use in the heat of a session. It requires no instructions or tutorials. I love the fact that the page for each monster is listed when you generate an encounter. The treasure generator is helpful as well. My only critique is there are no descriptions for the treasure. Which is either helpful or not depending on whether you want to make up your own description or not. All in all, this app is very helpful, and I’m glad i dropped the .99 cents to buy it!

## Frequently asked questions about Random Encounters for D&D 5e

### What is Random Encounters for D&D 5e?

Random Encounters for D&D 5e is a mobile application designed to help Dungeon Masters quickly generate random encounters and treasure for their Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition campaigns. It offers customization options and a combat aid.

### How does Random Encounters for D&D 5e generate encounters?

You can generate encounters by specifying the environment (e.g., Arctic, Forest, Underdark), creature type (e.g., Aberration, Dragon, Undead), group (e.g., Bandits, Orcs, Giants), challenge rating, and number of players. You can also adjust for encounter difficulty.

### Can I add my own monsters to Random Encounters for D&D 5e?

Yes, the app allows you to customize encounters by adding your own custom creatures to the mix, providing greater flexibility for your game sessions.

### What kind of treasure can Random Encounters for D&D 5e generate?

It can generate treasure appropriate for chests, large chests, individuals, bosses, or entire hordes. You can also specifically generate scrolls, potions, weapons, armor, or magic items, and edit coin totals.

### Does Random Encounters for D&D 5e have a combat aid?

Yes, it includes a combat aid that helps track initiative rolls for creatures, keeps track of current hit points, and provides a notes field for each creature during combat.

### How many encounters can I save in Random Encounters for D&D 5e?

You can save up to 16 encounters and up to 16 treasures, allowing you to plan out parts of your adventure or store frequently used encounter setups.

### What is the price of Random Encounters for D&D 5e?

Random Encounters for D&D 5e is a paid application priced at $0.99.

### What is the user rating for Random Encounters for D&D 5e?

The app has a user rating of 3.3 stars based on 4 ratings.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.11 — 2019-10-03

* Added Tome of Foes. This free content update can be turned on in settings.
* New interface should make getting around the app easier
* Better support for phones with notches

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