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The Book of Many Things
, filling a 10-foot cube within 5 feet of the assassin. Each creature of the assassin’s choice in that area takes 9 (2d8);{"diceNotation":"2d8", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Vanishing Escape
1 to 4), the ambitious assassin is a Humanoid who might be a charming manipulator or a ruthless killer.The Rogue’s Lair
This villain resides in a place of power and safety, whether that&rsquo
Monsters
Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
. Predators in the area learn that the devilkin's screeching is a sure sign that easy prey draws near.
Opportunistic Alliances. A flock of screaming devilkins can appreciate vicious cruelty in other
creatures. If they see signs of an evil presence in the land, such as a cruel overlord or a vicious necromancer, they may offer an alliance if the villain offers plenty of opportunities for them to engage
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
disappeared in the area. 11 Slay a dragon or some other challenging monster. 12 Discover the nature and origin of a strange location or phenomenon. 13 Pursue fleeing foes taking refuge in the dungeon. 14
Escape from captivity in the dungeon. 15 Clear a ruin so it can be rebuilt and reoccupied. 16 Discover why a villain is interested in the dungeon. 17 Win a bet or complete a rite of passage by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Lords’ Alliance. If Manshoon is the main villain, he promised not to destroy Yalah’s family if she allowed her villa to be used as a staging area for his secret plots. Believing that Urstul Floxin is
him up until she decides what to do with him. Your choice of main villain determines Lady Gralhund’s motivation, which is a secret held by her and Hrabbaz, her loyal half-orc bodyguard: If Xanathar
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
an Object The adventurers must gain possession of a specific object in the area of the encounter, often with a time limit. This might be a combat encounter, with monsters protecting the object, or an
exploration encounter or complicating a combat. Run a Gauntlet The adventurers must pass through a dangerous area. As with retrieving an object, reaching the exit is a higher priority than killing opponents in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
from which you can choose adventure elements or roll randomly for inspiration. As with location-based adventures, you don’t necessarily have to follow these steps in order. Vampire Villain
1
. Start with a Villain Putting care into creating your villain will pay off later, since the villain plays such a pivotal role in advancing the story. Use the Adventure Villains table in the previous
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
relocates to the Fane of the Eye. That villain can be found in area F21, beseeching the Elder Elemental Eye for aid. The other two prophets relocate to their elemental nodes and begin to summon their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
sworn to protect might be sentient, cursed, or difficult to transport. Retrieve an Object. The adventurers must gain possession of a specific object in the area of the encounter, preferably before combat
finishes. As a complication, enemies might desire the object as much as the adventurers do, forcing both parties to fight for it. Run a Gauntlet. The adventurers must pass through a dangerous area
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Ephara as Campaign Villain A campaign with Ephara as the villain might be well suited to a wilderness-based campaign. Many people of the wilds see the patron of cities as inherently villainous—a
. A likely storyline with Ephara as the main villain would involve the characters trying to stop champions of Ephara from establishing a new city or expanding an existing city into the wilderness
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
Valin’s Vengeance If Valin’s heart is not destroyed, the mummy lord re-forms 24 hours after her defeat, appearing in the sarcophagus in area T6. If the characters are still in the tomb at that point
sarcophagus to the characters’ location provided they’re still in the tomb. If the characters leave the tomb before Valin re-forms, the mummy lord oracle might hunt them down, becoming a recurring villain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
an opportunity for the characters to engage with a creature that’s too strong to defeat in combat Reward clever characters who overcome a challenge with brains instead of brawn Make a villain, an
area, or an object seem more interesting or mysterious However, using too many riddles can slow gameplay. Use them thoughtfully and sparingly. Especially tricky riddles should entail worthwhile rewards
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
characters encounter these antagonists in area V2; otherwise, they’re lurking outside the vault, waiting for the characters to emerge: If Xanathar is the main villain, Noska Ur’gray (see appendix B
Leaving the Vault As the characters leave the vault, with or without the gold, they are confronted by a hostile force sent by the main villain or villains. If the vault doors were left open, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
. Unfortunately for the Rockseekers, they aren’t the only ones interested in Wave Echo Cave. A mysterious villain known as the Spider controls a network of bandit gangs and goblin bands in the area, and
Cave was lost. For centuries, rumors of buried riches have attracted treasure seekers and opportunists to the area around Phandalin, but no one has located the lost mine. In recent years, people
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
Wave Echo Cave was lost. For centuries, rumors of buried riches have attracted treasure seekers and opportunists to the area around Phandalin, but no one has ever succeeded in locating the lost mine. In
recent years, people have resettled the area. Phandalin is now a rough-and-tumble frontier town. More important, the Rockseeker brothers — a trio of dwarves — have discovered the entrance to Wave Echo
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
bandit attacks that devastated this area. In the centuries since, countless prospectors and adventurers have searched for the lost mine, but none succeeded until the three Rockseeker brothers found the
entrance a month ago. Unfortunately, the dwarves didn’t realize they were being followed by spies working for Nezznar the Spider, and the Rockseekers inadvertently led the villain to their prize. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
, and the Skull Chalice of Ch’gakare. These items can be kept, sold to interested buyers, or returned to their rightful owners. Black Opal Crown (Area 49). The yuan-ti of Omu are after this treasure. If
is up to you. Should the crown fall into the wrong hands, characters might need to venture into the caverns below the Peaks of Flame to retrieve it before the world ends. Eye of Zaltec (Area 62). The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
a portal (see area 1). Talis Surrenders Talis is not a to-the-death sort of villain; she is a survivor and willing to surrender and ask for mercy. Indeed, she uses her rivalry and her recent setbacks
scene where the villain explains herself if the players are willing to pause. Talis the White (See appendix D for statistics). She stands behind her bodyguards and uses a wand of winter (see appendix C
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
execution.
12 Quell a riot without violence.
Agora Map The agora shown in map 4.2 is surrounded by stoas, with statues of different gods on their roofs overlooking the public area. Market
feast. On holy days, priests invite people to wash their feet in the fountain and receive blessings from the gods. Map 4.2: Agora View Player Version Agora Villains An agora villain could be almost
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
through a portal (see area 1). Talis Surrenders Talis is not a to-the-death sort of villain; she is a survivor and willing to surrender and ask for mercy. Indeed, she uses her rivalry and her recent
encounter is the classic scene where the villain explains herself if the players are willing to pause. In combat, Talis the White (see appendix D for statistics) stands behind her bodyguards and uses a wand
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
. He sees the theft and his new casino as his rightful chance to even the scales and reclaim his dignity. Quentin is a classic villain, happy to monologue if given the chance—how will the characters know
office (area A14). He also visits the holding cells (area A17) to question patrons who have been detained by security.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
Mausoleum Locations The following locations are keyed to the map of Ebondeath’s Mausoleum: E1. Entry Hall Read the following boxed text aloud when the characters descend the shaft into this area: The
surprise the cultists if they sneak up on them after silently opening the door from area E1. If combat ensues here, any monsters present in areas E3 and E4 are alerted to the battle and arrive after
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
might arise from among the god’s followers. Klothys’s Villains d6 Villain
1 A single-minded Nyxborn assassin of Klothys hunts a hero who was raised from the dead.
2 Believing in the
free one of those ancient terrors.
Klothys’s Monsters A variety of monstrous creatures might arise in an area as a result of Klothys’s influence, particularly those presented on the Klothys’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
also serves as an unofficial records office, registering claims to various streams and excavations around the area. The exchange is a great place to meet people who spend a lot of time in the countryside
out of town and into the Zhentarim’s custody, allowing the villain to escape justice. Joining the Zhentarim
If the party dispatches the Redbrands’ leader, Halia Thornton converses with the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
followers would work admirably. The Keranos’s Villains table suggests a variety of foes that might arise from among the god’s followers. Keranos’s Villains d6 Villain
1 An oracle (see chapter 6
wild-eyed oracle (see chapter 6) points to the characters as harbingers of a coming disaster.
6 A living storm deluges an area, taking what it believes is righteous revenge on a community
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
success. If the check fails by 5 or more, the main villain learns of the search and sends lackeys to attack the characters and, if possible, wrest the Stone of Golorr from them: Xanathar sends either
, either Vevette Blackwater or Agorn Fuoco, if they’re still alive (see chapter 8, area E8). Vault Keys (roll three times, once for each key) d6 First Key Second Key Third Key 1 Adamantine bar
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
, or would-be rescuers of captives, or to cleanse the place of its evil. The characters might also brave such a gorge to hunt one of the many dangerous creatures that haunt the area, such as a
appear on the Canyon Shrine Villains table. Canyon Shrine Villains d8 Villain
1 A minotaur captures and devours other creatures limb by limb as part of a bizarre ritual honoring Mogis.
2
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
great villain. He speaks of himself in the third person and exhibits narcissistic tendencies.
28. Sloping Passage The incline of the passage is perceptibly greater in this area. Coarse matting has
The Caverns The passages and caverns beyond the secret door in the south wall of room 21 all decline perceptibly toward the sea. The passage that runs north of areas 25 and area 26 and the interior
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
4.13 is set in a natural depression that provides seating for the audience. The backstage area contains dressing rooms for the performers, a prop workshop, and a storage area filled with extra set pieces
. Examples of such villains appear on the Amphitheater Villains table. Amphitheater Villains d8 Villain
1 An actor charms nobles who see him perform into surrendering their fortunes.
2 The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
The character must find and defeat Windharrow, the minstrel who attends Aerisi Kalinoth. Windharrow can initially be found in area A4 of the Temple of Howling Hatred. Most members of the air cult know
defeating or killing Bastian. Hired Hand Homesteaders who were kind to itinerant workers are now missing. The character sets out to have revenge and to rescue any survivors. Defeating the kenku in area A2 of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
new airship on its first voyage 7 Medani Protect a powerful figure from kidnapping or assassination Track down the source of rumors pointing to an imminent threat Find the villain behind a series of
Thuranni Sneak into a secret area to serve as the target of a scrying spell Steal plans for a powerful new weapon Carry out an assassination 10 Sivis Mediate a tense negotiation Assure that two
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
area… or both. A character’s background is always a good place to start. If you’re a criminal, do you have a friend in a local gang? If you’re an entertainer, do you have a professional rival? If
you’re a folk hero, did you deal with a thug causing trouble in your favorite tavern—earning you the gratitude of the owner and the enmity of the villain? This is a collaborative process and the goal is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
Unity of Self Each character has another incarnation of themself imprisoned in a gem amid the walls of Shemeshka’s sanctuary. If these gems are found and placed in area P6b, the incarnations are
multiple sessions. Use the following questions to help players detail their characters’ pasts: Did others consider you a hero or a villain? For what accomplishment were you best known? Did you know any of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
-foot cone. Each creature in that area must make a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw, taking 31 (7d8) fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
Chimeras were created
, their draconic ego makes them susceptible to flattery and gifts. If offered food and treasure, a chimera might spare a traveler. A villain can lure a chimera into service by keeping it well fed and its treasure hoard well stocked.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
round after the spiders attack. If the doppelganger from area 18 retreated to this area, it assumes the guise of Nundro Rockseeker so that Nezznar can use the “dwarf” as leverage to force the party’s
surrender (although the drow won’t actually harm the doppelganger). See the “Roleplaying Nezznar” section for more information on the drow villain. Nezznar the Black Spider
Statue. The statue
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
braziers—the cultists on the ground and the grells in the air. Combat here alerts the cult fanatic in area B3, who flees to area B7 to warn Lord Viallis of intruders. Fountain. The fountain holds
that gains this benefit can’t do so again until the next dawn. Water taken from the fountain loses its magic after 10 minutes. West Door. The door into area B2 is locked. Lord Viallis carries the key