the new d&d sidekick mechanic is so fucking funny
any monster of cr1 or lower can be your friend who is either a warrior, expert or spellcaster
like yeah hey this is my literal fucking lion he knows vicious mockery and loves me
whats up my names meginara the tiefling warlock and this is my awakened shrub who can pick fucking locks
hey guys you remember that boy king we freed from bandits and subsequently befriended? well i thought our team could use more damage so i taught him how to use a battleaxe. yes i know hes seven. its perfectly legal. hes the king and he says so