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Returning 35 results for 'Failed Merchant'.
Backgrounds
Acquisitions Incorporated
: Investigation, Persuasion
Tool Proficiencies: One type of artisan’s tools
Languages: Any one of your choice
Equipment: One set of artisan’s tools, merchant’s scale, a set of fine
clothes, and a belt pouch containing 10 gp
Feature: Supply Chain
From your time as a merchant, you retain connections with wholesalers, suppliers, and other merchants and entrepreneurs. You can call upon these connections when looking for items or information.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Failed Merchant Maybe you come from a long line of merchants. Perhaps you were an entrepreneur. Regardless, your ventures ended poorly. Whether it was because of outside influences, bad luck, or
can be everyone’s friend, I’ll always have support.
8 My heart wasn’t in being a merchant, so I failed. I’m not all that keen on adventuring either, but I need the money.
d6 Ideal
1
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
":"recharge", "rollAction":"Disorienting Breath"}. The dragon exhales a wave of psychic dissonance in a 60-foot cone. Each creature in that area must make a DC 18 Intelligence saving throw. On a failed save
disguised as a human merchant prince.
5
An adult emerald dragon shows an emerald dragon wyrmling how to safely observe Humanoids without being detected.
6
An adult emerald dragon keeps a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
characters gave their hair to a merchant at the market’s fruit stands, the party might see their hair already glued atop the heads of some of the dolls, perhaps crafted in the characters’ own
of haunted dolls for 3 days. Every time the character finishes a long rest during that period, they must make a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw. On a failed saving throw, the rest restores none of the character’s Hit Dice. A Remove Curse spell or similar magic ends this effect.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
hungry elder octopus. This creature first assaulted the ship several days before the characters arrive. Its previous rampage failed to scuttle the ship, though the octopus succeeded in devouring or
ADVENTURE
Salvage Operation was written to take place in a coastal region of any campaign setting. Aubreck’s history as a once-powerful merchant makes a port city or a large port town the best starting place for the adventure.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
an accomplished gnome map merchant named Anaxi Zephries, known as “the Cartophile.” Information collected by Anaxi over the years has traced Kwalish’s route into the Barrier Peaks — at least up to the
adventure in any similar location: a mysterious mountain range that even dedicated explorers have failed to fully map. In the Forgotten Realms, one possible location for the adventure is Chult, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
. Their assigned task is to investigate a sinkhole fissure that opened up in Waterdeep after a small earthquake struck the city — the side effect of Caerhan Coalsmith’s failed attempt to destroy the Orrery
merchant in the South Ward survived an assassination attempt last night. A female half-elf was seen fleeing the scene, bearing a deep cut on her shoulder from a bodyguard’s blade. A 50 gp bounty has been
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
Zindar This half-gold dragon runs Port Nyanzaru’s docks and keeps track of ship manifests. A sorcerer of impressive ability, Zindar is well paid by the merchant princes for his work. He is also a key
that area must make a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw, taking 22 (4d10) fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
Weakening Breath. Zindar exhales gas in a 15-foot cone
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Mishka from the hag’s clutches. Appendix D has additional roleplaying notes for Chucklehead. Merchant Stalls. The goods sold here are delicious but made with disgusting ingredients. Examples include
creature must make a DC 11 Constitution saving throw; on a failed save, the creature is poisoned for 8 hours. Candy Treats d8 Effect 1 Your footfalls emit musical notes that can be heard out to a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
the shadows. The meenlocks of Vermeillon include three that spawned after the disaster in the mine, two that were once villagers, and one that was a traveling merchant who thought he’d found a shortcut
rubble, unable to scream or move. After finishing a long rest, each character must make a DC 13 Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the character gains 1 level of exhaustion.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
lost because of treachery or incompetence. To these people who have been humbled by unfortunate events, Baalzebul offers a supernatural means of regaining one’s reputation or riches. The failed merchant
failed to take into account the unpredictability of the Blood War. A sudden offensive from the Abyss struck Avernus just as Baalzebul was about to put his plan in motion. Baalzebul directed most of his
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
following information: “When I first arrived at Candlekeep, the Avowed were concerned about a ‘singing malaise.’ A book merchant had been afflicted with it and was put in isolation after several Avowed began
character must make a DC 12 Intelligence saving throw. On a failed save, the character takes 9 (2d8) psychic damage and is frightened of the manifestation, believing it to be real. The manifested
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
Expert The Expert is a master of certain tasks or knowledge, favoring cunning over brawn. It might be a scout, a musician, a librarian, a clever street kid, a wily merchant, or a burglar. To gain the
a Dexterity saving throw to take only half damage, it instead takes no damage if it succeeds on the saving throw, and only half damage if it failed. The sidekick doesn’t benefit from this feature
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
might also organize into guilds. Merchant barons who effectively rule a city or nation through iron-clad control of the economy or a network of innkeepers who share news and supply routes could both
exchange of gold for its crafts. 2 Merchant Consortium. These entrepreneurs don’t create the wares they peddle, instead specializing in linking products to prospective owners. If they don’t have it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
, and all of them seem to owe allegiance to the Guild. Efforts to destroy the Guild have thus far failed, due in part to the inability of outsiders to identify a clear leader of the group, but in no small
. Though at one time a wealthy merchant or powerful adventurer might hope to advance to the ranks of the patriars, there is no longer room, physically or otherwise, for the class of the Upper City to grow
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
be brought into line with his goals, Neverember hopes to use that achievement as a draw for wealthy Waterdhavian nobles — who have been reluctant to link their fortunes to a failed Open Lord who was
can set up a place for themselves. Along the river, many of the merchant villas are being claimed and restored by folk who have heard rumors of what Neverwinter once was, and might be again. Some
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
total. Portal 1: Far Realm Horror A month ago, an encounter with operatives of the Six led Dran Enterprises to try to fight that group using its own dark magic. Sadly, that attempt failed, and this
the characters as heroes (or, if they failed, at least appreciates their attempt to help). Captain Nuxoll forgives the characters for infiltrating the Dran Enterprises portal network, and agrees to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
rubble and the remains of several merchant stalls. On the west side of the court is a wide, sliding glass door.
The sliding glass door leading to the supply room (area S6) requires a Glyph Card to
clockwork gears, springs, chains, and other replacement parts for the outpost’s elevators. Amid this loose junk is a flat pine box containing a Clockwork Amulet. S7: Merchants’ Concourse Seven merchant
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
the only music is the ceaseless rhythmic hammering in the forges. The duergar consider art a frivolous pursuit, and only rarely appreciate or create it.
Merchant Council The lairds and merchants
and the spewing of thick, black phlegm. Whenever a living, breathing creature finishes a long rest in Gracklstugh, it must make a DC 11 Constitution saving throw. On each failed save, the creature
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
. Decades later, more deities began dying off, magic failed, and all manner of catastrophes started altering the very nature of the city. Lord Neverember wasted the city’s navy and then, instead of
advantage. Operating from one’s place at the head of the economic and social hierarchy, a noble can easily lift a mediocre craftperson out of obscurity, dash the hopes of a wealthy merchant of ever securing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
mortician. Balance The Merchant; Most Prominent in Late Winter A scale made of stars represents the Balance. The constellation’s brightest star forms the fulcrum on which the plates of the scale rest
failed to notice the valuable Gem right behind her. Omen of Betrayal. Those born under the Rogue are destined to be betrayed by someone close to them, or to betray first in an act of self-preservation
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
made to pry information from them. While in the tavern, the dwarves are relaxed and won’t react negatively to a failed Charisma check. However, continued failures result in guards being called. Those
guards issue a warning against bothering folk not in the wedding party, and might eventually search or incarcerate any individual who continues to cause trouble. Tabaxi Merchant. Sticking out like a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
make a DC 10 Dexterity saving throw. On a failed save, the creature takes 7 (2d6) bludgeoning damage from falling debris and falls with the prone condition. On a successful save, the creature takes half
. On a failed check, the guard signals the goblins in area H7 to release a flood (see “Flood!” below), then uses a bow to shoot at the characters. Rope Bridge. This bridge spans the passage 20 feet
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
learned too much about the Cult of the Crushing Wave or who stood in its way. A few could be adventurers who failed to stop the cult. Decide who these prisoners are, if any of them are alive, and what role
. Olhydra channeled the power of the water node to deliver these vessels to Gar Shatterkeel as a demonstration of her power. One of the wrecks is the Tethyrian merchant galley that once conscripted a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
). Key NPCs. The Helm is run by the jovial but grasping Garlen Harlathurl (male Tethyrian human commoner). He is a cynic bitter from failed Waterdhavian mercantile ventures, but he has turned out to be
workers. Rumors of Evil. If the characters ask Thorsk about strange customers, the busy wagonmaker recalls an Amnian merchant heading north on the Long Road who stopped for a wagon repair. His goods
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
failed. Zelraun hides the fact that both he and Artus are Harpers, although he secretly suspects Artus has “gone rogue.” Even if Zelraun knew where Artus was, it would be improper for him to divulge
be in the employ of Lord Dagult Neverember of Neverwinter. Thunderhale has no proof that the debris he saw came from the Dancing Wave, but he’s aware of no other Waterdhavian merchant ships that have
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
annoying merchant — is set ablaze. Like the flames they adore, Eternal Flame cultists are quick to act. In a fight, they rarely take prisoners or retreat; they strive to be like an ever-advancing
body and scattering its armor as shrapnel. Creatures within 10 feet of the razerblast when it explodes must succeed on a DC 12 Dexterity saving throw, taking 21 (6d6) piercing damage on a failed save
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
table, two stools, torches, and a ring of keys that open four of the five cell doors. The cells, from left to right, have the following occupants: First Cell. A human merchant (noble), taken prisoner
spine, and touching a pillar brings on nausea—a creature that does so must make a DC 15 Constitution saving throw. On a failed save, the creature becomes poisoned for 1 hour. At the far west end of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
scout the gardens for resources the merchant might exploit. But the naga in area G6 captured them and transformed them into their current forms through sinister rites and excruciating torture. The yuan
failed save or half as much damage on a successful one. At the same time, an Invisible sensor appears before the statue’s face, showing Xabazhut the room as if he had cast Clairvoyance. The Large statue
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
merchant company based in the city of Yartar. Above the store’s entrance hangs a polished shield emblazoned with the head of a stylized golden lion on a blue background. Lionshields are not well liked in
feed and exercise the animals, clean the stables, and replace horseshoes. T9. The Triboar Travelers Merchant sponsors can hire the personnel and the vehicles of the Triboar Travelers to make caravan runs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
open. Each creature in the trap’s area must make a DC 14 Constitution saving throw. On a failed save, the creature takes 16 (3d10) poison damage and is poisoned for 1 minute; on a successful save, the
small oil lamp, a pewter water pitcher, and two mugs rest on the nightstand. Sitting on the edge of the bed is a heavy man in a nightgown.
A traveling merchant named Thyval Horne (neutral, human
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
. The skeletons are the remains of the missionaries that overcame the allure of the harpies’ song and tried to convince the others to put the Marshal back on course. Their pleas failed, and these
the Marshal, since they know other people avoid the place for fear of the harpies. One of these boats, posing as a merchant vessel, was attacked by merrow while traveling near the wreck and barely
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
jumping along oddly spaced support beams. A DC 15 Wisdom (Perception) check to spot rotted planking that won’t support weight. The climb takes 1 hour, plus 10 minutes for every failed ability check. Unless
”); she believes that the other rulers of Faerûn would send thousands of soldiers to her aid in a matter of days if they were aware of her need; and she’s certain the merchant princes of Port Nyanzaru will
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
stops short of falling through the gap. On a failed save, the creature plunges 35 feet into the 20-foot-deep lake surrounding the cottage, taking no damage. A character who falls into the lake while
, slender figure in black is Charm, a darkling elder (see appendix C) who works for Endelyn Moongrave as a thief but poses as a traveling merchant. When the characters arrive, Charm is gossiping with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
of the Azorius Senate to sidestep a checkpoint, or transform into a Tin Street merchant to deceive a passing noble. His true form might be that of a doppelganger or some other creature; no one has ever
damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
ERIC DESHCAMPS
Golgari Shaman Golgari shamans are the spiritual leaders of the Golgari Swarm. They teach the guild’s