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Here are ways to include cherry blossom dragons in your game. d4
Here are ways to include cherry blossom dragons in your game. d4
Your aberrant dragonmark has made life challenging since it manifested. You might have hidden it successfully for most of your life or managed to avoid notice. Alternatively, you might have encountered suspicion and fear, perhaps coupled with the outright antagonism of one or more dragonmarked houses. You might have formed an association with the House Tarkanan criminal organization (named for…
Ankylier Enchanters utilise their magical skills to add further value to the merchandise that the Ankylier forges produce. By commercialising their knowledge, they are able to imbue mystical energies into a piece of armour or weapon, granting it magical properties. Despite their magical abilities, Ankylier Enchanters are not generally turned to for guidance or wisdom. Instead, they are seen as…
“The orchard floor is sticky with crushed fruit. At the far end of the field, a team of shiny copper constructs are attempting to rip scared guests out of a tree.” Aldur has already disabled two constructs, but has used up most of his magic for the day to do so. The three VIPs climbed the apple tree when Aldur suggested they did so. The tree will last two rounds before the apple pickers break it…
Ketgrinn are catlike Fey spirits who delight in puzzles, riddles, and bargains. They have large, bright eyes and too-wide grins that gleam starkly even in shadows. Ketgrinn are tricksters and spies, often sent by those they serve to steal the voices of a rival’s minions to sow chaos and confusion. Secret. Ketgrinn can’t resist a puzzle or riddle, and a difficult one can send a ketgrinn’s mind…
The red rock formation is sacred to the village, but no one knows about the temple within. The Couatl has lain dormant without a worthy, mortal Priest Acolyte and thus faded from local lore. In the first chamber, Celestial script reads, ‘Those seeking peace are welcome. You only need to ask.’ In the second chamber, wall art depicts healing actions. Sofia ’s hair ribbon can also be found. In the…
Freylie’s mother, Mags, carves wooden toys, and her father, Pietr, specialises in painting them. In many years of working at the factory, Freylie’s parents have never had to work such long shifts. Freylie’s brother Toma is 18. He was looking after her until he went to visit the factory yesterday. The note Freylie received is in Mags’ handwriting, but the formal wording matches Mr Meville’s ads.…
“Zavi and Sofia’s modest dwelling sits on the edge of the desert, waiting for its youngest occupant to return.” Sofia ’s sketches of rabbits, her dad, and the Couatl are scattered on the floor of her bedroom. Their home shows no signs of forced entry or intruders, and no traces of any magical energy. The temple’s entrance is visible from Sofia’s bedroom window.
Klobiodon was a near-shore hunter, eating fish, squid, and other surface-dwelling aquatic prey. Groups would likely congregate around the edges of seas, lagoons, and estuaries to nest or socialise. They would have been skittish if surprised but may have been willing to mob threats that entered their territory. We recommend Klobiodon be played in a similar manner to modern herring gulls, albeit…
The town guards aren’t experienced in magic; they believe it is too dangerous for them to clear Sifter Castle. Nilia has bookshelves full of historical tomes on the town, its surrounding area, and its residents. Nilia inherited her love of records from her mother, who was the town’s scribe before she retired. Morrig fears that the frost-bitten townsfolk in the infirmary will not survive the…
Level 7 – 8 Adventure. Mysterious. Rescue. Secluded Temple. The sudden disappearance of a young girl sends the party on a rescue mission through the desert and into the hidden temple of a powerful beast. However, things aren’t as straightforward as they seem, and more than just brute force will be needed to win the day.
Here are ways to include peony dragons in your game. d4
Wondrous item, rare Made from a pressed flower from the cherry blossom dragon, this token can bring good fortune. While carrying this token, you have advantage on Performance checks made to tell stories. Additionally, when you fail an attack roll, ability check, or saving throw, you can reroll the d20 and must use the new result. Once you have used this property, you can’t use it again until next…
Here are ways to include aconite dragons in your game. d4
You place a curse on a creature that you can see within range. Until the spell ends, you deal an extra 1d6 Necrotic damage to the target whenever you hit it with an attack roll. Also, choose one ability when you cast the spell. The target has Disadvantage on ability checks made with the chosen ability. If the target drops to 0 Hit Points before this spell ends, you can take a Bonus Action on a…
The Tear-Stained Idol adventures are set in and around the Duchy of Urnst’s capital, Leukish. They focus on the recent discovery of an ancient temple-prison and the release of a forgotten god, Ereshkigal. As the heroes explore, they uncover the far-reaching corruption of the Tear-Stained Idol. In On His Grace’s Secret Service, that artifact recently passed through the Order of the Mist,…
Characters who hold the Scholar’s Pass Mark of Prestige are approaching the renewal of their membership with the Great Library of Greyhawk. Regardless of where they have been over the past month, a carrier pigeon arrives each week with a flyer to remind them: in deep dungeons, sewers, taverns, and other increasingly inconvenient places. If the character hasn’t already renewed their membership…
“Clo-bi-oh-don” (Cage tooth) This whole area was filled with lil’ fish-snatching pterosaurs. They kept their distance from us – I guess they’re used to being plucked off of the ground by small predators. Still, beautiful creatures to see flyin’ and fascinatin’ to observe perchin’ on rocks. They fed by flyin’ low over the water and quickly dippin’ their heads in, nabbin’ unaware fish. Nifty stuff.…
Level 7 – 8 Adventure. Thrilling. Confrontation. Cider Distillery. The party are invited to an exclusive tour of a new, state-of-the-art, magically operated distillery. When they arrive, the site is in chaos and the other guests are at the mercy of malfunctioning equipment. Will the party’s day end in a successful shutdown or a total meltdown?
Boneham, B.F.W., and Wyatt, R.J. 1993. The stratigraphical position of the Middle Jurassic (Bathonian) Stonesfield Slate of Stonesfield, Oxfordshire, UK. Proceedings of the Geologists’ Association, 104(2), 123-136. Hoffmann, R., Bestwick, J., Berndt, G., Berndt, R., Fuchs, D., and Klug, C. 2020. Pterosaurs ate soft-bodied cephalopods (Coleoidea). Scientific Reports, 10(1), 1-7. Hone, D.,…
Elf, Male, 356 (Noble) An egotistical business owner who talks a lot, but doesn’t really understand the industry he is in. “Pomeroy’s side parting is dishevelled and his fine clothes are covered in dust. A look of terror stretches across his well-groomed face.”
Here are ways to include Hydrangea dragons in your game. d4
Ability Scores: Strength, Constitution, Charisma Feat: Aberrant Dragonmark (see “ Dragonmark Feats ”) Skill Proficiencies: History and Intimidation Tool Proficiency: Disguise Kit Equipment: Choose A or B: (A) Dagger, Disguise Kit, Costume, Traveler’s Clothes, 16 GP; or (B) 50 GP Your aberrant dragonmark has made life challenging since it manifested. You might have hidden it successfully for…
Valyra didn’t have children; as the great-grandchild of her sister, Kristofer is her oldest surviving heir. Kristofer hadn’t even heard of the Artichauts, as the two branches of the family became estranged. Artichaut Mansion wasn’t reported vacant for some time, due to its secluded position in the forest. Once Valyra revived Rossi Artichaut as a reanimated corpse, she performed the same magic on…
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