 In his review of the "Monster Manual" (2014), Henry Glasheen, for "SLUG Magazine", wrote that "Fifth Edition has taken some of its most imposing creatures and given them an undeniable ambience" and highlighted the lich as an example monster that would use "her whole lair in a desperate attempt to annihilate the party".SyFy Wire in 2018 called it one of "The 9 Scariest, Most Unforgettable Monsters From Dungeons & Dragons", saying that "Liches are classic monsters not just in "D&D", but when you face one in the tabletop game you better be ready for a tough fight and more.