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Monsters
Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
weapons with which they can slaughter prey. Sharp iron fences, crushing stalagmites and blades of glass all conveniently appear in order to aid a juggernaut’s brutality. Every juggernaut considers
Aarakocra
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upright, aarakocra might reach 5 feet tall, and they have long, narrow legs that taper to sharp talons.
Feathers cover their bodies. Their plumage typically denotes membership in a tribe. Males are
on that plane might leave their colonies to lend aid to other humanoids committed to fighting earth cults and thwarting their efforts.
Aarakocra Names
As with much of their speech, aarakocra names
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
pervasive subterranean darkness. A crude, narrow stairway hugs the rock alongside the chasm, twisting madly in hairpin turns around sharp outcroppings. Jagged and uneven, the stair threatens to spill
. Though it was a fortress, some commerce and art was present, with a rudimentary bazaar and dwarven skalds filling the air with chanted verse. With the aid of a friendly djinni, the dwarves constructed a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
overtures toward healing the old wounds between our order and the Beacon of the East. If we knights are to meet this threat, we need the sharp eyes and strong shields of Kalaman as allies.
To aid
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
are those who strike out to found a new settlement or bring aid to a struggling or endangered community. She loves most keenly those followers who embody her values of putting community before self by
the line between cultivating bounty and protecting the vulnerable versus becoming greed-driven and paternalistic. Karametra values humility, and often seeks to teach those who grow too big for their britches sharp lessons against hubris.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
+5 Ability Score Improvement 17th +6 — 18th +6 Sharp Mind 19th +6 Ability Score Improvement 20th +6 Inspiring Help (2d6) Experts, Left to Right: a Tortle, a Winged Kobold, and a Kenku Bonus
Expert feature The sidekick is adept at fighting in concert with a companion. When the sidekick uses its Helpful feature to aid an ally in attacking a creature, that target can be up to 30 feet away from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
(and which the dwarves have already repaired). The temples of human deities stand abandoned. The walls are patrolled by a few sharp-eyed sentries, whose duty is to report what they see and to turn away
assessment of humans lower still. During the war, of all the human cities, only Silverymoon made any attempt to aid Sundabar, and that aid was (to dwarven minds) far too little and too late. As a result
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
, cunning and sharp of mind. She has met a good many adventurers in her time and knows they can’t be fully trusted. She wants to free the land of Barovia from its curse, and her fate is interwoven with
Strahd’s (see appendix D for details). She does the vampire’s bidding when called upon and does nothing to anger Strahd or bring harm to the Vistani. She never gives aid and never asks for any
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
the Brightguard can’t. Artavazda offers each character 800 gp for their aid, plus the potential for additional work. If the characters balk at working with the Brightguard, Artavazda doubles his payment
question a calm elf woman with dark hair, sharp green eyes, and a pink tunic over a red dress. One guard and the blue-skinned angel Artavazda lock eyes, and the angel nods. The Brightguards place
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
layers of thick, spiked plates, a dreadnought has two gnarled limbs that end in razor-sharp pincer claws. Constellations appear to swirl in the depths of its single eye, and its serpentine, armored tail
detritus, as well as the remains of dead planar travelers. The place has gravity and breathable air, and organic matter decays there. Although escape from the demiplane is possible with the aid of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
a sharp-tongued human woman of thirty-five named Linene Graywind. Linene keeps a supply of armor and weapons, all of which are for sale to interested buyers. (For prices, see the Basic Rules.) Linene
adventurers and spies who advocate equality and covertly oppose the abuse of power. The Harpers gather information throughout the land to thwart tyrants. They aid the weak, the poor, and the oppressed
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Relentless juggernauts are massive brutes that thirst for carnage. Their presence twists the world around them, allowing them to create weapons with which they can slaughter prey. Sharp iron fences
, crushing stalagmites and blades of glass all conveniently appear in order to aid a juggernaut’s brutality. Every juggernaut considers a certain area its territory and visits destruction upon all
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
, you should visit locations within the keep and offer your aid.”
“Residents usually pay for a job well done,” Bartho adds casually.
Before they venture into the Borderlands, the characters can
claims he must rest instead to stay sharp when he’s on duty. He pulls the characters aside and asks them to complete quests around the keep for a small reward.
When the characters return to the outer
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
appears as a hunched figure with one muscular and one withered arm. She has catlike eyes, and rust-red hair covers her head, back, and arms. Her sharp fangs cause her to slur when she speaks, and she
aware that the adventurers aren’t at the temple for its services, they try to distract them by beseeching the characters for aid, in exchange for one of their special rituals. The hags first try to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
aid to those in true need and without selfish intent. When such a creature requests help in this area, the cavern can offer answers or intervene by duplicating any spell of 8th level or lower (your
effect of a spell, the cavern targets the creature that requested its aid. A creature that asks a question here receives a truthful, albeit cryptic, answer in Common with clues to its goals. Those who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
combat here and rush to aid his comrade (and vice versa). 2. Guardroom Ice Cave One frost giant waits here on standby guard. On the floor of the cave are a pile of sleeping skins and two bags. The guard
guard from area 1 to aid him. Treasure. Under the pile of skins is a silver belt worth 250 gp. The giant wears a jeweled chain on his wrist (a 500 gp necklace), and one of the sacks holds 950 gp. 3
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
streaks the floorboards.
In the center of the room, four enchanted farmers stand facing each other, their crimson eyes unblinking. Each holds a sharp knife or farming implement. They don’t react
relate snippets from the “Fractured Soul” section of the adventure’s background. As soon as the soul shaker awakens, if the farmers the soul shaker controls are still in area F6, it summons them to aid
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
the stream in the garden hall (area P32) to the north, where it surges high against the wall before following the corridor’s sharp turn to the east. P32: Garden Hall A rapid stream runs through this
. P47: West Cell of the High Priest The din of battle rises from this room. A heavily armored woman armed with a gleaming sword valiantly battles a horde of gaunt, gray creatures with sharp claws and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
and rending their flesh with sharp claws and teeth. He comes back to himself only after battle, or when someone reinforces his “true identity” to snap him out of it. Derendil laments that he is
initially.
Since managing such a large cast of NPCs can be quite involved, enlist the aid of the players if you wish, having each of them take on the role of managing one or more of the party’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
the bullywugs, the lizardfolk intend for every bullywug throat and belly to be slit open with a new, razor-sharp steel blade. Like the bullywugs, the lizardfolk’s first assumption on seeing strangers
they do, they coordinate so they are never seen together or seen in two distant places at precisely the same time. Rezmir persuaded the twins to pledge their aid to the cult, but so far, the pledge
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
comes to move against the bullywugs, the lizardfolk intend for every bullywug throat and belly to be slit open with a new, razor-sharp steel blade. Like the bullywugs, the lizardfolk’s first
lairs, but when they do, they coordinate so they are never seen together or seen in two distant places at precisely the same time. Rezmir persuaded the twins to pledge their aid to the cult, but so
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
chapter 13 told the characters. Colcook determines what counts as a valuable secret. If coerced, he behaves as detailed in the “Interrogating the Staff” section. If compelled to aid the characters
, roll twice next time you roll on the Dungeonland Results table and use the higher result. Portal. This permanently open portal connects to area P1. P3a: Supertemporal Arena Entrance A sharp tiefling
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
as long as the characters do nothing to antagonize her, she can provide them with useful advice and material aid against the myriad threats lurking in the jungle. Liara is puzzled by reports coming
” policy. It sells basic necessities during the day and serves food and drink in the evening. The store is run by a sharp-tongued old man named Jaro (NG male Chultan human commoner). 9. Flaming Fist
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
) wears carved and stamped leather armor of her own making as a sort of walking advertisement. With the sharp knives, awls, and punches she wears in custom sheaths at her belt and strapped to her arms
inquiries to his wife Maegla. Maegla (female Turami human commoner) is the true talent in the family. She is a sharp businesswoman who has an eye for good merchandise. She is also the mother of four
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
NG male half-elf commoners) can suggest useful actions. Each of the tasks below involves one or more characters attempting specific ability checks to aid the ship’s crew during the storm. All six
Lookout. The captain needs a sharp eye to call out when waves are about to strike the ship. An intern named Heian (LN female half-elf commoner wearing a shirt emblazoned with “Aeofel Lives”) is currently
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
his general utility in a fight, Brawn has a way with people, a winning smile, and a sharp tongue. If the characters look at him as a potential employee, he makes a good retainer for the franchise
investments in Waterdeep and Neverwinter. With a message to either city, he can call in a large force of skilled mercenaries (veterans) to his aid.
MACKLIN TALCTUFT
Macklin Talctuft Macklin (N dwarf
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
Room This room is empty except for a circle of vile symbols on the floor. Standing in the circle is an eight-foot-tall, bipedal creature with two long arms, each one ending in a sharp hook. The creature
created with the aid of a spell scroll of stone shape. Any creature that touches the statue for the first time on a turn must succeed on a DC 11 Wisdom saving throw or take 3 (1d6) psychic damage. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
spiders aid the ashenwights by picking off characters who hang back. The phase spiders fight to the death, but if one ashenwight is killed, the other flees or surrenders. An interrogated ashenwight fumes
made of a silvery metal with sharp serrations and elaborate designs. Anyone examining the greatsword who succeeds on a DC 14 Intelligence (Arcana or History) check realizes that it’s one of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
ashen husk of a gray-skinned dwarf. All three pantomime metalwork in eerie synchronization. As they turn toward you, they brandish sharp chunks of black rock. With gasping, angry cries, the figures surge
offers to aid the characters. However, a character who succeeds on a DC 13 Wisdom (Insight) check intuits that while his offer of help is earnest, Hjoldak knows less than he claims. The jar is sealed
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
an impressive variety of food. A rotund, red-faced man in a tall white hat barks orders at his underlings, brandishing a sharp knife with every instruction. Stairs in this room lead to the banquet
characters if they need aid. C16. Piano Room A gleaming grand piano is pushed against the wall of this dusty room. Behind it are several unmarked closets. This room is generally empty unless a social event is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
concerned about the fate of his giant eel companion, which he saw forced into cell 50c by the sahuagin. He asks the characters to help him in going to the eel’s aid without delay. Cell Doors. Each
wall notices that the tines are blunt, not sharp; these are used to prop up the secret door when it is open. 52. Treasure Chamber The secret door opens into a short passage that leads south into a larger
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
.) Ralvald’s Goals. Ralvald is eager for aid and wants the dragon dead. He would prefer that his sister survive, but he understands that her choices might have serious consequences. Advice for Ralvald
covered in bright green grass and dozens of dead butterflies. The sharp smell of ozone hangs in the air; it’s strongest near scorch marks along the walls.
This chamber is currently empty, but it contains
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
temple’s intercession. For countless reasons, Baldurians are reluctant to trust the Watch, the Flaming Fist, or the Guild. When they find it necessary to seek aid from an influential organization, such
a sharp eye out for pickpockets. Street musicians are forbidden on pain of heavy fines and expulsion from the market, so the Wide proves more subdued than the chaotic markets of the Outer City. Quiet
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
petitioners seeking the temple’s intercession. For countless reasons, Baldurians are reluctant to trust the Watch, the Flaming Fist, or the Guild. When they find it necessary to seek aid from an
sharp eye out for pickpockets. Street musicians are forbidden on pain of heavy fines and expulsion from the market, so the Wide proves more subdued than the chaotic markets of the Outer City. Quiet
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
curious about any racket. The duergar use crossbows (see area B5) while the cultists in B7 come to aid the forces here. Development If the characters defeat the guards here and depart the temple, Marlos
holds a ten-foot-tall statue depicting a crude humanoid form composed of earth, boulders, and sharp crystals. One massive, rocky fist is raised above its blunt head. Shattered rubble from an older