Scheming Lich in a Monstrous, Frozen Form Zlan is a horrid, icy amalgamation of the seven liches who created the Artifact Crenshinibon, better known as the Crystal Shard. Zlan Clervish was one of those seven liches, and that lich’s will predominates in the fused entity. All seven bodies are frozen together with ice and black crystal called chardalyn, fragments of the shattered Crystal Shard.…

Scheming Lich in a Monstrous, Frozen Form Zlan is a horrid, icy amalgamation of the seven liches who created the Artifact Crenshinibon, better known as the Crystal Shard. Zlan Clervish was one of those seven liches, and that lich’s will predominates in the fused entity. All seven bodies are frozen together with ice and black crystal called chardalyn, fragments of the shattered Crystal Shard.…

Using Zlan Zlan is an unsettling monstrosity of ice, black crystal, and alien dead. The characters should see Zlan long before they confront him, crawling across the icy wastes in pursuit of some mysterious goal. Tales of Zlan’s bizarre power and unsettling psychic influence should reach the characters, making Zlan seem like a terrible, eldritch entity. Zlan’s eerie connection to chardalyn allows…

When the characters are ready to receive their next mission from Zulkir Thrul, they should return to Wrynn’s Bespoke Vestments as instructed in “ How to Meet with the Zulkir ” earlier in this chapter. The details of what’s happening in the shop when the characters arrive are up to you. The zulkir soon shows up in a new disguise created using the Alter Self spell, appearing as an elderly gnome…

The Zhentarim—also known as the Black Network—is a loose affiliation of merchants, mercenaries, and malefactors. When a caravan needs escorts, a noble needs bodyguards, or a city needs soldiers, the Zhentarim provides the best-trained fighting forces money can buy. If the cargo is shady or the cause is questionable, the Zhentarim doesn’t mind one bit—if there’s money to be made, Zhents will…

“Zool” (after Zuul from Ghostbusters) As we moved over the rollin’ scrub, we came across somethin’ remarkable. A lone dinosaur feeding on scrub, entirely oblivious to us. Few times in my life had I ever come across such an unyieldin’ amount of muscle and armour. When I first saw this thing, I knew it was built for one thing and one thing only – defence. We studied it in detail. Armoured back,…

“As you travel the dusty road through the forest, the sound of distant thunder on a clear day sets you on edge. Turning a corner, you notice the true source of the rumbling sounds – the crashing footsteps of an enormous ogre who is trying to appease their stroppy child. Noticing you, the larger of the two ogres waves and trudges over to you.” The Ogre father, Orguk, recently smashed a merchant’s…

“You stand on the open deck of a skyship, taking in the majestic views of the desert below. From this height, the cracks in the dry, mineral-rich earth create a fractal pattern, like an irregular mosaic. Suddenly, the ground begins racing towards you at speed, and you realise the ship is nose-diving out of the sky. Instincts kicking in, you clutch the railings and brace yourselves for impact.”…

Szass Tam’s Malefice Mortum ritual is just his first step toward reclaiming Thay. After his malefites sweep the nation, he plans to kill any zulkirs who oppose him and seize power.

On the Elemental Plane of Earth, galaxies of gemstones twinkle over vaults of treasure. If dao are there, so is wealth worth hunting. —Gundren Rockseeker, Dwarf Treasure Hunter Genies of minerals and gemstones, dao embody the resolve of rock. Using innate magic, they move through the earth unimpeded, exploring depths inaccessible to most. Dao delight in the treasures of the earth, whether raw…

General Feat (Prerequisite: Level 4+, Zhentarim Ruffian Feat) You gain the following benefits. Ability Score Increase. Increase your Dexterity or Charisma score by 1, to a maximum of 20. Retaliate. Immediately after a creature within 5 feet of you hits you with a melee attack, you can make an Opportunity Attack against that creature. Versatile Merc. When you finish a Long Rest, choose a skill in…

↓ Use Minimum Hit Points and Damage Rolls for this character.

You and three or more willing creatures lock hands to conjure a spirit from the afterlife to answer your questions. Describe or name a creature that is familiar to you. If the creature’s soul is free and willing, it manifests as a ghostly specter. This spell fails if the spirit was the target of this spell within the last 10 days. Until the spell ends, you can ask up to three questions of the…

Human, Male, 35 (Commoner) A skilled stonemason who would give anything to have his beloved daughter back in his arms. “Clearly anxious, his calloused hands shake and his voice wobbles with raw emotion.”

For many years it was assumed that ankylosaurs used their clubs exclusively to fight off predators. However, recent studies of Zuul ’s holotype have revealed that several healed injuries were likely the result of tail-club attacks from other Zuul. This indicates that it engaged in intraspecific combat, although its club was undoubtedly also used as a defensive weapon. Additionally, an…

As described in chapter 2, Breggan Blackcrown and her company are the most infamous bandits on the Western Frontier. To date, they’ve never actually attacked Quickstone, and they have a loose truce with Sheriff Constable. When Breggan comes to Quickstone, it’s to deal with the Pennyroyals and to enjoy the entertainment; as long as she and her bandits don’t commit any major crimes in Quickstone,…

Zlan desires nothing less than the death of every person in Icewind Dale. To do this, Zlan has created easy access to the Underdark and awoken a trio of deep dragons. As Ten-Towners explore the Underdark, they wake frozen aberrations, spread deadly environmental dangers, and slowly seal their own doom.

List of Stat Block from the Dr Dhrolin’s Dictionary of Dinosaurs.

Location: The Square (12) Services: Mounts, animal boarding, veterinary medicine Key NPCs: Gavrin d’Vadalis (male human handler), Lirra d’Vadalis (female human veterinarian), Turro (male awakened dog) The Livery is an outpost of House Vadalis. Lirra and Gavrin provide boarding and care for travelers’ beasts, as well as offering guidance and veterinary care to the farmers around Quickstone. In…

Map 3.3: Zulkir Thrul's Demiplane View Player Version When the characters walk through the shadowy door, read or paraphrase the following: Sconces shed soft, yellow light over this beautifully furnished office, which boasts oak furniture upholstered in maroon velvet. A gleaming desk sits to the south, along with nearby seats and a plush armchair. A wraparound sofa and a table bearing crystal…

“Just as the first tinges of dawn creep over the horizon, the ground shakes beneath your bedrolls. Dust falls from the ceiling, but the beams hold for now. From outside, crashes and cries suggest not every structure in this small savannah town was as sturdy. Jumping to your feet, you step outside and join a throng of people gathering to seek answers.”

Armor (hide), legendary You have a +3 bonus to AC while wearing this armor. This crude armor consists of thick furs and pelts.

Weapon (flail), very rare You have a +3 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic weapon. Proficiency with a Flail allows you to add your proficiency bonus to the attack roll for any attack you make with it. This weapon has the following mastery property. To use this property, you must have a feature that lets you use it. Sap. If you hit a creature with this weapon, that creature has…

Darkon is altered by Azalin’s presence, creating the following effects: Closing the Borders. While in his domain, Azalin can close or open the borders to Darkon at will. While the borders are closed, undead terrors fill the Mists surrounding Darkon. Whenever a creature enters the Mists, one Hostile Zombie Clot (see chapter 5) appears in a random unoccupied space within 30 feet of that creature.…

Zlan has an affinity for enchantment and corrupting minds. During the time he was working to create the Crystal Shard, Zlan was a devotee of a god of darkness, confusion, and pain. Zlan likes to subtly twist minds to confusion and paranoia and doesn’t take direct action when an oblique or hidden action will suffice. Its plans always contain fallbacks and contingencies. One of these…

Weapon (club), very rare You have a +3 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic weapon. Proficiency with a Club allows you to add your proficiency bonus to the attack roll for any attack you make with it. This weapon has the following mastery property. To use this property, you must have a feature that lets you use it. Slow. If you hit a creature with this weapon and deal damage to…

If you are running this adventure as part of the D&D; Encounters Weekly Play series, the characters get no rest. Proceed immediately to the adventure “ The Juggernaut ” next time!

During the Hour of Ascension, Castle Avernus—Azalin’s seat of rule and magical laboratory—erupted in a magical conflagration. Now, Castle Avernus stands frozen in time at the instant of its destruction, blasted to magically floating chunks of rubble. Its towers pitch wildly and crumble to pieces amid arcane flames, yet they don’t fall. Although time has halted in the ruins, Azalin’s servants who…

Weapon (whip), very rare You have a +3 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic weapon. Proficiency with a Whip allows you to add your proficiency bonus to the attack roll for any attack you make with it. This weapon has the following mastery property. To use this property, you must have a feature that lets you use it. Slow. If you hit a creature with this weapon and deal damage to…

Hazlik’s crimson-towered palace, Veneficus, stands atop the jagged mesa called the Red Rise. The Darklord is attended by a staff of magical creations and his most accomplished apprentices.