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Returning 35 results for 'Townsfolk'.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
Interacting with Townsfolk Tensions are high in Arborean Springs when the characters arrive. The wildfires present a significant threat to the surrounding fields and pasturelands. Already the little
carry the wildfires there. The most prominent locals disagree about what to do, and this has exacerbated tensions. Townsfolk are initially Indifferent to the characters. If the characters seek out
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
Interacting with Townsfolk Tensions are high in Arborean Springs when the characters arrive. The wildfires present a significant threat to the surrounding fields and pasturelands. Already the little
carry the wildfires there. The most prominent locals disagree about what to do, and this has exacerbated tensions. Townsfolk are initially Indifferent to the characters. If the characters seek out
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
nearby settlements, an ogre chitterlord often leads the way, calling rats from the alleys and sewers to harry townsfolk from within the city while the ogres lay siege to the outer walls. Should their
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
encountered Lord Skitter and struck a vile bargain. Lord Skitter promised the piper wicked and wondrous powers in exchange for Totentanz luring the townsfolk of Edgewall into the sewer king’s
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
charge, if only to keep Caer-Dineval's townsfolk from becoming restless. Thus, when necessary, Kadroth has the town speaker brought to his office to sign official documents.Fire
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
-Towners, so he avoids them. His perspective on townsfolk might change if they helped him destroy the Chardalyn Berserker;chardalyn berserkers who have turned against their own.
Gunvald has had three
Monsters
The Book of Many Things
were slain by monster hunters when he was young, and he traveled from town to town for most of his life, fleeing whenever townsfolk discovered his true nature.
Delour and Pyrite accepted Augustus in a
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
virtue. They have many responsibilities, from protecting townsfolk to embarking on adventures in the wilds. Knights are often equipped with fine armor and weapons, and they ride noble steeds of various
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
adult bronze dragon has ignored the petitions of townsfolk to deal with an ancient topaz dragon killing livestock and farmers alike. But now the topaz dragon has killed the bronze dragon’s child
monsters
procession of revelers of song, revelers of stories, and heralds of fools, compelling townsfolk and travelers to join their celebration to the exclusion of all other concerns. Many of these celebrants
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
None 4–5 2d4 swarms of rats 6–18 Vallakian townsfolk 19–20 Vallakian cultists Rats A house infested with rats appears abandoned at first. The rats are servants of Strahd and attack if the characters
explore the interior of the house. Townsfolk A house of Vallakian townsfolk contains 1d4 adults (male and female human commoners) and 1d8 − 1 children (male and female human noncombatants). Anyone
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
the townsfolk time to escape. Not all the townsfolk chose to flee, but those who did went to the shrine and brought much of the town’s gold with them. The barbarians eventually tracked the townsfolk
to the shrine, besieged it, and slaughtered everyone inside. In the days leading up to this final battle, the priest-seers helped the townsfolk hide their gold in plain sight. They melted down the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
the townsfolk time to escape. Not all the townsfolk chose to flee, but those who did went to the shrine and brought much of the town’s gold with them. The barbarians eventually tracked the townsfolk
to the shrine, besieged it, and slaughtered everyone inside. In the days leading up to this final battle, the priest-seers helped the townsfolk hide their gold in plain sight. They melted down the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
None 4–5 2d4 swarms of rats 6–18 Vallakian townsfolk 19–20 Vallakian cultists Rats A house infested with rats appears abandoned at first. The rats are servants of Strahd and attack if the characters
explore the interior of the house. Townsfolk A house of Vallakian townsfolk contains 1d4 adults (male and female human commoners) and 1d8 − 1 children (male and female human noncombatants). Anyone
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
the following ways: Bucket Brigade. A character can take the Influence action to rally townsfolk and make a DC 12 Charisma (Intimidation or Persuasion) check. On a success, the townsfolk form a bucket
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
businesses that the gnolls have set ablaze. The buildings’ supplies were taken by fleeing townsfolk or ransacked by Yeenoghu’s horde. Each building is one or two stories tall (DM’s choice) and 10 feet
a burning tree must make a DC 15 Constitution saving throw, taking 10 (3d6) fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one. Townsfolk Like Idyllglen itself, the townsfolk
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
the following ways: Bucket Brigade. A character can take the Influence action to rally townsfolk and make a DC 12 Charisma (Intimidation or Persuasion) check. On a success, the townsfolk form a bucket
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
hardworking common folk united by their shared pursuit of prosperity and terror of the domain’s magic-using elite. Although the townsfolk have no passion for magic, colorful murals and decorations depicting
accomplishments and setting up competitions to assess the locals. These contests involve tests of magical ingenuity, strangely themed talent shows, and open brawls. When the mage’s procession leaves, it takes townsfolk deemed valuable with it.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
hardworking common folk united by their shared pursuit of prosperity and terror of the domain’s magic-using elite. Although the townsfolk have no passion for magic, colorful murals and decorations depicting
accomplishments and setting up competitions to assess the locals. These contests involve tests of magical ingenuity, strangely themed talent shows, and open brawls. When the mage’s procession leaves, it takes townsfolk deemed valuable with it.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
. Curious townsfolk might follow the party for part of their journey. These escorts engage the characters in conversation, ask about their intentions, and repeat the same rumors and stories heard in town. As soon as the house comes into view, the townsfolk grow grim-faced and retreat toward Saltmarsh.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
, but he’s too busy as constable. After a month, Jalessa Ornra becomes Red Larch’s mayor. She’s liked and known for common sense, so the townsfolk rally around her. The townsfolk pitch in to cover the sinkhole and shore up walls and ceilings against future cave-ins.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
. Curious townsfolk might follow the party for part of their journey. These escorts engage the characters in conversation, ask about their intentions, and repeat the same rumors and stories heard in town. As soon as the house comes into view, the townsfolk grow grim-faced and retreat toward Saltmarsh.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
businesses that the gnolls have set ablaze. The buildings’ supplies were taken by fleeing townsfolk or ransacked by Yeenoghu’s horde. Each building is one or two stories tall (DM’s choice) and 10 feet
a burning tree must make a DC 15 Constitution saving throw, taking 10 (3d6) fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one. Townsfolk Like Idyllglen itself, the townsfolk
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
The Haunted House After gleaning what “facts” they can from the townsfolk and equipping themselves at the local shops, the characters set out to explore the fabled haunted house.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
, but he’s too busy as constable. After a month, Jalessa Ornra becomes Red Larch’s mayor. She’s liked and known for common sense, so the townsfolk rally around her. The townsfolk pitch in to cover the sinkhole and shore up walls and ceilings against future cave-ins.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
; see Morte’s Planar Parade), lords over Plague-Mort and its despicable townsfolk, even as they plot against him. Trust has no place here. The citizens of Plague-Mort are a sinister lot, traitors eagerly
throne’s despotic inheritor is doomed to defend the seat from an unending torrent of assassins and usurpers. Their pattern of betrayal has one exception. Periodically, the townsfolk band together to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath
A Hard Decision The characters come within earshot of the meeting just as the Growler is about to address the townsfolk. The characters are free to step in and interrupt at any point, but use the
bullet points below to guide the talk until they do: The Growler begins by berating the townsfolk for being such an unruly mob as they evacuated the town. She calls out a few individuals by name, shaming
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
crossroads near the center of town easily enough. But the beams of purple energy emanating from the establishment are decidedly unusual, as is the presence of frightened townsfolk corralled in a pen
buildings, attacking with surprise if not seen. Corralled Townsfolk Twenty locals have been gathered by Six operatives in a fenced-in yard behind Ironhead Arms, a shop selling new and used weapons and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
crossroads near the center of town easily enough. But the beams of purple energy emanating from the establishment are decidedly unusual, as is the presence of frightened townsfolk corralled in a pen
buildings, attacking with surprise if not seen. Corralled Townsfolk Twenty locals have been gathered by Six operatives in a fenced-in yard behind Ironhead Arms, a shop selling new and used weapons and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
Phandalin becomes clear in later chapters, the characters’ attachment to one or more NPCs in town should encourage them to save it. For now, consider portraying the townsfolk as friendly and curious about the adventurers to encourage these ties.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
The Haunted House After gleaning what “facts” they can from the townsfolk and equipping themselves at the local shops, the characters set out to explore the fabled haunted house.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
earth, coughing in the dust and sobbing with fright. “My boy, my boy!” a worried parent shouts, peeping over the edge. “Somebody do something!”
More townsfolk hurry up from all sides, staying clear of
won’t be harmed by being down there a little while, but no one must go down there. Keep back!”
The sinkhole exposes area T1 in the Tomb of Moving Stones. Townsfolk who’ve fallen in are scared
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
Finding Cragmaw Castle The characters might want to seek out Cragmaw Castle to rescue Gundren Rockseeker. Most of the townsfolk are preoccupied with the Redbrands, however, and no one in town knows
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
Putting It Together After conversing with the townsfolk in the Listening Post, the characters should have enough information to find the dragon’s lair, which is located in the Rattle, 4 miles past the Ribbon, under a hill near an old copper mine.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
. These raiders move through town without fear, pillaging as they go. As characters travel through the embattled village, they can run into raiders and townsfolk. Use these guidelines to determine if
d8 Encounter 1 6 kobolds 2 3 kobolds and 1 ambush drake (see appendix D) 3 6 cultists 4 4 cultists and 1 guard 5 2 cultists and 1 acolyte* 6 3 guards and 1 acolyte* 7 1d6 townsfolk being hunted