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Returning 35 results for 'aura book'.
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Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
the romance.
When found, the book contains the following spells: hallucinatory terrain, major image, mirror image, mislead, Nystul's magic aura, phantasmal force, and silent image. It functions as a
To you, this book is a magical spellbook. To anyone else, the book appears to be a volume of verbose romance fiction. As an action, you can change the book’s appearance and alter the plot of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
, Nystul’s magic aura, phantasmal force, and silent image. It functions as a spellbook for you. While you are holding the book, you can use it as a spellcasting focus for your wizard spells. The book has 3
Duplicitous Manuscript Wondrous item, rare (requires attunement by a wizard) To you, this book is a magical spellbook. To anyone else, the book appears to be a volume of verbose romance fiction. As
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
, Nystul’s magic aura, phantasmal force, and silent image. It functions as a spellbook for you. While you are holding the book, you can use it as a spellcasting focus for your wizard spells. The book has 3
Duplicitous Manuscript Wondrous item, rare (requires attunement by a wizard) To you, this book is a magical spellbook. To anyone else, the book appears to be a volume of verbose romance fiction. As
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
hangs open on one hinge. Strahd’s soldiers forced open the iron door that once sealed Argynvost’s vault (area Q41). They also took every book in this study but one. (Many of the books taken from here can
be found in Strahd’s study in Castle Ravenloft.) The sole remaining volume lies on the floor behind the overturned chair. Titled The Oath Celestial, the book has been partially burned, and its cover
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
hangs open on one hinge. Strahd’s soldiers forced open the iron door that once sealed Argynvost’s vault (area Q41). They also took every book in this study but one. (Many of the books taken from here can
be found in Strahd’s study in Castle Ravenloft.) The sole remaining volume lies on the floor behind the overturned chair. Titled The Oath Celestial, the book has been partially burned, and its cover
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
Bodak A bodak is the undying remains of someone who revered Orcus (appears in this book). Devoid of life and soul, it exists only to cause death. A worshiper of Orcus can take ritual vows while
of it must make a DC 13 Constitution saving throw, taking 22 (4d10) necrotic damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
Bonus Actions
Aura of Annihilation. The bodak
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
Bodak A bodak is the undying remains of someone who revered Orcus (appears in this book). Devoid of life and soul, it exists only to cause death. A worshiper of Orcus can take ritual vows while
of it must make a DC 13 Constitution saving throw, taking 22 (4d10) necrotic damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
Bonus Actions
Aura of Annihilation. The bodak
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
who searches the bookshelves for 1 hour can, at the end of that time, make a DC 13 Intelligence (Investigation) check, finding whatever book they seek on a success. Mage Hunters Among the other books
describes the strange magic’s lingering aura, which is identical to the magic the characters have observed. This student was censured repeatedly for breaking the university’s bylaws and was expelled
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
who searches the bookshelves for 1 hour can, at the end of that time, make a DC 13 Intelligence (Investigation) check, finding whatever book they seek on a success. Mage Hunters Among the other books
describes the strange magic’s lingering aura, which is identical to the magic the characters have observed. This student was censured repeatedly for breaking the university’s bylaws and was expelled
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
spell reveals an aura of abjuration magic around each book. Shelved among the books are hundreds of scrolls that bear no magical wards; they describe encounters with individuals who struck bargains
as boggle oil, troll spittle, and various flavors of tree sap. Fantasma Demento’s Codicil of Conundrums is a lavishly illustrated book of fey puzzles and riddles. Answers to the puzzles and riddles are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
spell reveals an aura of abjuration magic around each book. Shelved among the books are hundreds of scrolls that bear no magical wards; they describe encounters with individuals who struck bargains
as boggle oil, troll spittle, and various flavors of tree sap. Fantasma Demento’s Codicil of Conundrums is a lavishly illustrated book of fey puzzles and riddles. Answers to the puzzles and riddles are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
light activity, such as reading your Book of Shadows and keeping watch. Cloak of Flies Prerequisite: 5th level As a bonus action, you can surround yourself with a magical aura that looks like buzzing
flies. The aura extends 5 feet from you in every direction, but not through total cover. It lasts until you’re incapacitated or you dismiss it as a bonus action. The aura grants you advantage on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
light activity, such as reading your Book of Shadows and keeping watch. Cloak of Flies Prerequisite: 5th level As a bonus action, you can surround yourself with a magical aura that looks like buzzing
flies. The aura extends 5 feet from you in every direction, but not through total cover. It lasts until you’re incapacitated or you dismiss it as a bonus action. The aura grants you advantage on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
another player’s character requires that player’s consent. Additionally, you gain the following traits. Boon Aura. Your allies within 5 feet of you have advantage on saving throws against being
songs. Just as in Theros, throughout this book you’ll find numerous tales of great deeds, magical origins, grim tragedies, and more. In each case, such myths appear in sidebars like “Myth of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
another player’s character requires that player’s consent. Additionally, you gain the following traits. Boon Aura. Your allies within 5 feet of you have advantage on saving throws against being
songs. Just as in Theros, throughout this book you’ll find numerous tales of great deeds, magical origins, grim tragedies, and more. In each case, such myths appear in sidebars like “Myth of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
to preserve sacred knowledge in a secure place. A detect magic spell reveals an aura of abjuration magic around the throne. Lurking Aboleth. In the shadows of the southwest alcove lurks the aboleth
guide the conversation. Ylch recently discovered this ruin, created by ancient Janyan stewards of knowledge. Ylch was attracted here by the aura of the Undead still suffering from the legacy of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
Flind When the demon lord Yeenoghu (appears in this book) wants to create a particularly fearsome war band leader, he transforms an exceptionally strong and vicious gnoll into a demonic warrior known
Perception 15
Languages Gnoll, Abyssal
Challenge 9 (5,000 XP) Proficiency Bonus +4
Aura of Bloodthirst. If the flind isn’t incapacitated, any creature that has Rampage can make a Bite attack as a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
Flind When the demon lord Yeenoghu (appears in this book) wants to create a particularly fearsome war band leader, he transforms an exceptionally strong and vicious gnoll into a demonic warrior known
Perception 15
Languages Gnoll, Abyssal
Challenge 9 (5,000 XP) Proficiency Bonus +4
Aura of Bloodthirst. If the flind isn’t incapacitated, any creature that has Rampage can make a Bite attack as a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
to preserve sacred knowledge in a secure place. A detect magic spell reveals an aura of abjuration magic around the throne. Lurking Aboleth. In the shadows of the southwest alcove lurks the aboleth
guide the conversation. Ylch recently discovered this ruin, created by ancient Janyan stewards of knowledge. Ylch was attracted here by the aura of the Undead still suffering from the legacy of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
desk. The book affords a rare glimpse into the insane mind of a Shadowdusk family member. In addition to expressing contempt for her peers in Dweomercore, Skrianna rails against the constraints placed
food source is available. Treasure. Cephalossk keeps its spellbook in a desk drawer. The book is made of thin copper plates held together with mithral wire. Each page bears embossed stanzas of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
desk. The book affords a rare glimpse into the insane mind of a Shadowdusk family member. In addition to expressing contempt for her peers in Dweomercore, Skrianna rails against the constraints placed
food source is available. Treasure. Cephalossk keeps its spellbook in a desk drawer. The book is made of thin copper plates held together with mithral wire. Each page bears embossed stanzas of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
followers to ever-greater atrocities in his name, even imbuing some of their commanders with his powers, which transforms them into flinds (in this book). Yeenoghu takes pleasure in causing fear before
long rivalry with Baphomet, the Horned King (appears in this book), and the two demon lords and their followers attack one another on sight. The Gnoll Lord is covered in matted fur and leathery hide
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
followers to ever-greater atrocities in his name, even imbuing some of their commanders with his powers, which transforms them into flinds (in this book). Yeenoghu takes pleasure in causing fear before
long rivalry with Baphomet, the Horned King (appears in this book), and the two demon lords and their followers attack one another on sight. The Gnoll Lord is covered in matted fur and leathery hide
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
erased.)
The summoning circle hidden under the rug radiates an aura of abjuration magic under the scrutiny of a detect magic spell, but three of its activation glyphs have been erased. A character who
a note in Common that reads, “Retirement fund. Don’t spend this on ale, Kalabash!” Treasure. The desk has twenty old books on it. Each book is blank and can be sold for 10 gp.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
erased.)
The summoning circle hidden under the rug radiates an aura of abjuration magic under the scrutiny of a detect magic spell, but three of its activation glyphs have been erased. A character who
a note in Common that reads, “Retirement fund. Don’t spend this on ale, Kalabash!” Treasure. The desk has twenty old books on it. Each book is blank and can be sold for 10 gp.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
spells are added to all of them.) Quandrix Spells Spell Level Spells 1st Entangle, Guiding Bolt 2nd Enlarge/Reduce, Vortex Warp (in this book) 3rd Aura of Vitality, Haste 4th Control Water, Freedom of
Proficiencies: Arcana, Nature Tool Proficiencies: One type of artisan’s tools Languages: One of your choice Equipment: A bottle of black ink, an ink pen, an abacus, a book of arcane theory, a school
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
spells are added to all of them.) Quandrix Spells Spell Level Spells 1st Entangle, Guiding Bolt 2nd Enlarge/Reduce, Vortex Warp (in this book) 3rd Aura of Vitality, Haste 4th Control Water, Freedom of
Proficiencies: Arcana, Nature Tool Proficiencies: One type of artisan’s tools Languages: One of your choice Equipment: A bottle of black ink, an ink pen, an abacus, a book of arcane theory, a school
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
chamber on the lowest level. A detect magic spell reveals a magical aura of enchantment around the amulet. The amulet is a 4-inch-wide disk composed of silver-framed wood, with a rune carved into its
kingdom for sixty-one years, and fake his own death. Ventatost. This book uses testimonials and conspiracy theories to piece together events leading up to the destruction of a Netherese city called
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
chamber on the lowest level. A detect magic spell reveals a magical aura of enchantment around the amulet. The amulet is a 4-inch-wide disk composed of silver-framed wood, with a rune carved into its
kingdom for sixty-one years, and fake his own death. Ventatost. This book uses testimonials and conspiracy theories to piece together events leading up to the destruction of a Netherese city called
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
, reading a book. Large framed pictures of cities and landscapes hang on the walls, and a worn, blood-spattered rug covers the floor. Other furnishings include a pair of rocking chairs, a couch, and an
depicts Duhlark Kolat, and a detect magic spell or similar magic reveals an aura of transmutation magic around it. The first time a character steps onto the landing, the statue levitates 1 foot above the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
, reading a book. Large framed pictures of cities and landscapes hang on the walls, and a worn, blood-spattered rug covers the floor. Other furnishings include a pair of rocking chairs, a couch, and an
depicts Duhlark Kolat, and a detect magic spell or similar magic reveals an aura of transmutation magic around it. The first time a character steps onto the landing, the statue levitates 1 foot above the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
shelves in the west half of the room. In the east half is a table with two benches, writing implements, book stands, and glass-shielded lamps.
The cloister library holds books and scrolls covering a
add the number rolled to the saving throw. If a character casts detect magic in the temple, the spell reveals a faint aura around the statue. Runara is the only inhabitant of Dragon’s Rest who knows
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
shelves in the west half of the room. In the east half is a table with two benches, writing implements, book stands, and glass-shielded lamps.
The cloister library holds books and scrolls covering a
add the number rolled to the saving throw. If a character casts detect magic in the temple, the spell reveals a faint aura around the statue. Runara is the only inhabitant of Dragon’s Rest who knows
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
denied admittance to Dweomercore (level 9), and Halaster robbed him of his spellbook. The Mad Mage has promised to return the book once Kavil completes his work. (In fact, Halaster has misplaced the
there. Gong. A detect magic spell reveals an aura of conjuration magic around the gong. If the gong is struck with the mallet, three items appear on the floor before it: a small clay bowl filled with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
wisdom from him directly. Casting detect magic reveals an aura of divination magic in the room. The corpse belongs to a young cloud giant named Eigeron, whose father, Blagothkus, betrayed and
run the final chapter of that adventure, which is an appropriate challenge for a party of 7th-level adventurers. Also see the information about Blagothkus presented in the “Tyranny of Dragons” section in appendix A of this book.