Why D&D Monsters Didn’t Fight to the Death

Ever wonder why monsters in old school D&D didn't always fight to the bitter end? The answer is monster morale, one of the most overlooked rules in the game. In early D&D and AD&D, monsters weren't expected to stand their ground until the last hit point. Goblins fled. Orcs surrendered. Bandits broke and ran. Even intelligent villains often chose survival over a hopeless fight. Keep up with me: https://solo.to/theevildm Ways to support me: -    / @theevildm  .99 a month   / theevildm   - Tips for as little as $1 Thanks to my Channel & Patreon Supporters: My Ear Trumpet Has Been Struck By Lightning RoboRob76 KillRaven Rick Anderson DXMachina NZ Steve Kavadas Ian E. Keith H. Todd T. Stephanie Batman-Tim Bethany Bill Y. Tommy T. Big G Bradin G. Sexxy Ivy Johnathan K James H. Curtis D. Don't Die! Eric A. Bill B. Sacha D. Brandin G. Mark t. Loyd B. Jesse O. Tammi Jeremy L Andrew J