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An eldritch lily is a pink-purple flower that grows in pools of contaminated water within natural areas covered by the Deep Haze. The plants have a strange odor, and emit a magical ringing sound
audible within ten feet. They register a distinct magical aura when inspected with detect magic. The petals are potent alchemical reagents, and can be used as a component for restorative spells and many potions.
Monsters
Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
plague, since gigants prefer giants over other food. Some giants claim gigants are created by the weird magical aura that surrounds a gargantua.
A gigant resembles an enormous beetle with legs ending
usually folded under its carapace, but the speedy flier can also beat its wings to create a horrible sound or to spread a toxic dust.Drone. The gigant produces a horrid droning sound by rapidly beating its
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
Fear Aura. Any Beast or Humanoid that starts its turn within 10 feet of the meenlock must succeed on a DC 11 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened until the start of the creature’s next turn
covers every surface, muffling sound.
A meenlock can supernaturally sense areas of darkness and shadow in its vicinity and can teleport from one darkened space to another—enabling it to sneak up on
Monsters
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
Aura of Invulnerability. An invisible aura forms a 10-foot-radius sphere around the hollyphant for as long as it lives. Any spell of 5th level or lower cast from outside the barrier can't affect
, creating a trumpet sound that can be heard out to a range of 600 feet. The trumpet also creates a 30-foot cone of energy that has one of the following effects, chosen by the hollyphant:
Trumpet of Blasting
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
6. Music of the Dead The hallway leading to this chamber is filled with the haunting sound of a harpsichord playing. The room contains the following: Harpsichord. in the middle of the room is a
. They are faded and difficult to read.
The bone harpsichord has been enchanted to play on its own but stops when a living creature comes within 10 feet of it. A detect magic spell reveals an aura of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
aura of conjuration magic emanating from within the basilisk’s belly. One must smash open the basilisk to get at the treasure inside. Its belly can be cracked open with a solid weapon hit. Treasure
regains all expended charges daily at dawn. If the wand’s last charge is expended, roll a d20. On a 1, a sad tuba sound plays as the wand crumbles to dust and is destroyed.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
against Strahd came from that empire — now lost beyond the mists. Journal Page As the characters cross the room, read: You hear the soft flapping sound of wings, but can’t discern its origin. A single
picture shows the mansion in better days, under clear winter skies with snow-capped mountains in the background. The top of the chapel tower glows like a silver beacon. The picture radiates an aura of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
, muffling sound. A meenlock can supernaturally sense areas of darkness and shadow in its vicinity and can teleport from one darkened space to another—enabling it to sneak up on its prey or run away when
outmatched. Meenlocks also project a supernatural aura that instills terror in those nearby. Telepathic Torment Up to four meenlocks can telepathically torment one incapacitated creature, filling its mind
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
gigants prefer giants over other food. Some giants claim gigants are created by the weird magical aura that surrounds a gargantua (described earlier in this chapter). A gigant resembles an enormous
are usually folded under its carapace, but the speedy flier can also beat its wings to create a horrible sound or to spread a toxic dust. Gigant Gargantuan Monstrosity, Unaligned
Armor Class 17
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Languages Celestial, telepathy 120 ft.
Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
Aura of Invulnerability. An invisible aura forms a 10-foot-radius sphere around the hollyphant for as long as it lives. Any spell of
to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 3 (1d6) piercing damage.
Trumpet (3/Day). The hollyphant blows air through its trunk, creating a trumpet sound that can be heard out to a range of 600 feet. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
coal tender and asks the characters, in Ignan, “You want in that cauldron?” He offers to give them the password in exchange for some dry wood (he loves the sound that dry wood makes when it burns). If
Coals” section in the description of area D4. What’s Cooking? Inside the cauldron is a bubbling, frothy, gray-black liquid that radiates an aura of transmutation magic under the scrutiny of a detect magic
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
56. Grandfather Clock Any character approaching this room hears a rhythmic ticking sound from within. This room contains a wooden cabinet with a numbered dial at its top set with two ornate metal
spokes. Beneath the dial, a pendulum swings inside an open compartment. An egg-shaped stone adorns the pendulum's tip.
This long-case clock radiates an aura of transmutation magic to a detect magic
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
containing twenty arrows each. A detect magic spell reveals an aura of transmutation magic around the shield hanging on the wall. The shield has a minor magical property: words spoken by the shield’s bearer
are amplified and sound ten times louder than normal. The tortoise-shell shield belongs to Sekelok, and only he is allowed to touch it. If a character removes the shield from the wall, Ukurlahmu coldly demands that it be returned it to its hook, attacking if this instruction is ignored.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
. The Melairkyn dwarves forged the horn and placed it here to guard the treasure in this hall (see “Treasure” below). A detect magic spell or similar magic reveals an aura of conjuration magic around
when they drop to 0 hit points. Once the horn has sounded, it can’t sound again until 7 days have passed. If no gemstones remain in the pillars when this time elapses, the horn becomes nonmagical and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation Supplement
11. Throne Room During the day, sunlight slips through cracks in the ceiling and a window in the west wall, dimly illuminating the area. On clear nights, moonlight does the same. The sound of
weigh 200 pounds each. Throne. The granite throne weighs 3,000 pounds and radiates a strong aura of transmutation magic under the scrutiny of a detect magic spell or a similar effect. An identify
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
portcullis from dropping by jamming it with at least two iron spikes. 12A. Cracked Obelisks Creatures that pass between these two obelisks hear in their heads a cacophony of shrieking monkeys. The sound
betrayed Wongo to the god Ubtao (see “Legend of the Nine Gods”). Statue and Puzzle Cube. A detect magic spell or similar effect reveals an aura of conjuration magic around the statue, which is easy to
compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Legends of Greyhawk: Secrets of the Free City
Spectrum Disorder. Auditory neuropathy is a hearing disorder in which the inner ear successfully detects sound but has difficulty sending it to the brain. Someone with ANSD may have trouble telling one
sound from another. They may also have trouble understanding speech clearly. It is a spectrum disorder, meaning its effects vary significantly from person to person.
What They Want. Jolene wishes to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
. Three deathlock wights (see appendix B) oversee six skeletons. They attack intruders. Aura. A detect magic spell reveals a transmutation aura on the whole area, which is a simple magical effect to control
unconscious while on a bridge has a 50 percent chance to fall into the pigpen. Enchanted Pillars. A detect magic spell reveals that each pillar radiates an aura of enchantment magic. Any humanoid that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
abuts the River Sargauth. Its floor is covered with wet black pebbles that crunch underfoot. The sound of footsteps on the pebbles is loud enough to alert the grimlocks in area 10b. 10b. Grimlocks
. The cave’s other features are as follows: Noise. The sound of splashing geysers (see area 10d) echoes throughout.
Pools. The uneven floor has many shallow pits filled with dirty water. The hags use
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
faint sound of chanting is audible coming from a corridor to the northwest. To the south are three cells with iron-banded wooden doors. A small, barred window is embedded in each door at the height of
using thieves’ tools. All three cells are currently empty. Chanting. The sound is that of a prayer to Asmodeus being recited by the cultists in area A7. A2. Balconies Two crumbling balconies with stone
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
radiates the same aura as the fountain and the artwork. Striking the sculptures with the mallet produces a sound like the ringing of a bell. If each of the three rocks is struck, water erupts from the
throne is fixed to the platform and can’t be moved. It radiates an aura of transmutation magic to a detect magic spell. A character who searches the throne and succeeds on a DC 20 Intelligence
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
obelisk to the west, north, and east. They contain a dozen goblin beds made of bundled rugs and torn fabric. (The beds have nothing of value.)
A detect magic spell reveals a faint aura of divination
left. There you will see the path you are destined to take.” These words seem to emanate from within the obelisk and are meant to sound soothing, but a character who hears the words can discern a hint
compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Legends of Greyhawk: Secrets of the Free City
the inner ear successfully detects sound but has difficulty sending it to the brain. Someone with ANSD may have trouble telling one sound from another. They may also have trouble understanding speech
, Mietrah carries herself with quiet dignity. She has a light olive complexion and dark auburn hair pulled back to keep it out of her stoic gaze. Her calm aura hints at an unshakable resolve.
What
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
equipped with a weapons and throwing stones, plus a giant’s bag. If a conflict erupts, the giant tries to sound a great iron horn suspended from the ceiling on iron chains in the center of the cavern
looks east and west at varying times. He has two rocks. If an intruder is seen, he will sound a large gong on the north wall (possibly with a thrown rock). 14. Kitchen Two fire giant servants (use the
compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Legends of Greyhawk: Secrets of the Free City
moment to let the common good shine through later.
Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder. Auditory neuropathy is a hearing disorder in which the inner ear successfully detects sound but has difficulty
sending it to the brain. Someone with ANSD may have trouble telling one sound from another. They may also have trouble understanding speech clearly. It is a spectrum disorder, meaning its effects vary
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
crystal-clear water and has a silver cup sitting on its edge. A detect magic spell reveals an aura of divination magic in the water, one sip of which bestows the effect of the guidance cantrip. A creature
characters reach this area without making any sound, they find a single cult fanatic stationed at the stairs. If alerted to the characters’ intrusion (such as by combat in area B1), the fanatic flees
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
detect magic spell reveals an aura of conjuration magic around the archway, but nothing happens when something enters the mist While the archway is inactive, cold rock wall can be felt beyond the churning
sound of rolling thunder fills the temple, loud enough to be heard throughout the complex. Any creature that steps into the archway appears in area 11. The archway remains active for 1 hour. Any
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
on the floor and walls. A spell or other effect that can sense the presence of magic, such as detect magic, reveals an aura of evocation magic around the statue. The trap activates when more than 20
a wall. The mouth is 2 feet in diameter and roughly circular. No sound issues from it, no light can illuminate the inside of it, and any matter that enters it is instantly obliterated. A successful
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
for signs of trouble, but the goblins prefer to stand around the brazier for warmth. One goblin has a horn that it can blow to sound an alarm, putting the entire fortress on alert. Since visitors aren’t
platform, using ropes and pulleys like puppet strings to make the guardian appear animate and terrifying. This construct must have been a lively sight to behold at one point, but the aura of menace
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
leadership found among the great predator birds of Icewind Dale. A detect magic spell reveals an aura of transmutation magic around the runestone. Any humanoid creature that prays or meditates next to the
-grown griffon that appears to be sound asleep. The wind stirs the sleeping griffon’s feathers as it enters through a wide opening in the north wall, beyond which you can see mountain peaks and storm
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
crypts 37 and 38, between crypt 37 and the wall south of it, and between crypt 38 and the wall south of it. The traps can’t be perceived except with a detect magic spell, which reveals an aura of
apparition comes the faintest of whispers: “The vampire must be destroyed. Use me as your weapon.” With that, it fades away. Treasure. A detect magic spell reveals that the thighbone radiates an aura of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
to keep a character playing the game away from Bholmaz’s Fire Aura, Vixsheer’s Fear Aura might affect them. Goading the Fiends. Any character can goad the Fiends into attacking each other by
Shemeshka’s choice in the area must succeed on a DC 18 Wisdom saving throw or be affected by a confusion spell. 4 Crushing Will. Amid the sound of vulpine yips and growls, Shemeshka’s will overwhelms the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Silent Sound Lighthouse Silent Sound lighthouse is a seventy-foot-tall cylindrical tower of mortared stone, with a square base carved into the rock it stands on. The lantern room is enclosed within
ship’s business relationship with the franchise, creating potential trouble for the characters.
Map 3.1: Silent Sound Lighthouse View Player Version Beachside Tents On the beach behind the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
shines from its highest window.
A detect magic spell cast here reveals an aura of abjuration magic. Runes cover every inch of this tower’s exterior. A glyph for the symbol (insanity) spell is hidden
entrance (area 19a). Y7. Tower of Conjuration This tower is engraved with interlocking circles of stone. Yellow light spills from its topmost window, and the faint sound of brooms brushing on stonework
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
library, after which the sound returns to its bottle. Breaking a bottle releases the sound, but the sound dissipates after it plays once. All the bottles are labeled. Sample contents include the
-diameter pentagram has been burned into the floor around him. A detect magic spell reveals a powerful aura of abjuration magic emanating from the symbol. Osvaldo’s chains are wrapped around the beams