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Deck of Many Things

Magic Items Dungeon Master’s Guide

yourself. The knight has the same alignment as you and serves you loyally until death, believing the two of you have been drawn together by fate. Work with your DM to create a name and backstory for this NPC

avatar makes a number of Reaping Scythe attacks equal to half the summoner’s Proficiency Bonus (rounded up). Reaping Scythe. Melee Attack Roll: Automatic hit, reach 5 ft. Hit: 7 (1d8 + 3

Lord Soth of Sithicus (DMR)

Monsters Dungeon Masters: Ravenloft Play-Along Pack

", "rollType":"to hit", "rollAction":"Forsaken Brand"}, reach 5 ft. Hit: 10 (1d8 + 6);{"diceNotation":"1d8+6", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Forsaken Brand", "rollDamageType":"Slashing"} Slashing damage

Dragonlance and Ravenloft campaign settings. If you want to give Soth a unique relationship to the Domains of Dread, consider these possibilities: The nature of Soth’s curse creates aspects of

Firenewt Warrior

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

":"Scimitar"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 4 (1d6 + 1);{"diceNotation":"1d6+1","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Scimitar","rollDamageType":"slashing"} slashing damage. Spit Fire (Recharges

relationship with giant strider;giant striders. They provide shelter, food, and breeding grounds in their lairs for giant striders, which then voluntarily serve them as mounts. Firenewts Originally from

Dragon Tortoise

Monsters Candlekeep Mysteries

;{"diceNotation":"1d20+13","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Bite"} to hit, reach 15 ft., one target. Hit: 26 (3d12 + 7);{"diceNotation":"3d12+7","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Bite","rollDamageType

":"piercing"} piercing damage. Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +13;{"diceNotation":"1d20+13","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Claw"} to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 16 (2d8 + 7);{"diceNotation":"2d8+7

Rot Troll

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

. Melee Weapon Attack: +8;{"diceNotation":"1d20+8", "rollType":"to hit", "rollAction":"Bite"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 9 (1d10 + 4);{"diceNotation":"1d10+4", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction

Attack: +8;{"diceNotation":"1d20+8", "rollType":"to hit", "rollAction":"Claw"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4);{"diceNotation":"2d6+4", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Claw

Podling Legacy

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

dismisses it (no action required). Unusual Nature. The podling doesn’t require sleep.Slam. Melee Weapon Attack: +4;{"diceNotation":"1d20+4","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Slam"} to hit, reach 5

podling often communicates to other podlings using Deep Speech. 6 The podling no longer understands the nuances of a relationship, system, or instrument.

Gremishka Legacy

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +4;{"diceNotation":"1d20+4","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Bite"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 3 (1d4 + 2);{"diceNotation":"1d4+2","rollType":"damage

overwhelm—or just get a bite of. Gremishkas have an unstable relationship with magic. Spells cast near a gremishka might rebound onto those nearby or cause the monster to explode, its scaly chunks

Swarm of Gremishkas

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Weapon Attack: +4;{"diceNotation":"1d20+4","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Bite"} to hit, reach 0 ft., one target in the swarm’s space. Hit: 12 (3d6 + 2);{"diceNotation":"3d6+2","rollType

attacking spellcasters, gremishkas are opportunistic hunters and lash out at anything they think they can overwhelm—or just get a bite of. Gremishkas have an unstable relationship with magic. Spells

Goliath Giant-Kin

Monsters Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

Multiattack. The goliath makes two Spear attacks. Spear. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +6;{"diceNotation":"1d20+6", "rollType":"to hit", "rollAction":"Spear"} to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 20/60 ft

essence of their ancestors’ mountainous home, goliaths have the strength and fortitude to garner a giant’s respect. Communities of goliaths who live in close relationship with giants

Prophetess Dran

Monsters Acquisitions Incorporated

","rollAction":"Maul"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 9 (2d6 + 2);{"diceNotation":"2d6+2","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Maul","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage.The elf matriarch of the

and unexpected return to the world. Through all that time and currently, Prophetess has maintained a challenging relationship with her faith. Though retired from active service to her deity, Prophetess

Soul Shaker

Monsters Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

;{"diceNotation":"1d20+7","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Crushing Grasp"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 14 (2d8 + 5);{"diceNotation":"2d8+5","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Crushing Grasp

necromantic energies or when numerous crawling claw;crawling claws form a cooperative relationship. Most of a soul shaker’s victims have their vitality drained and their flesh pulverized by

Rosie Beestinger

Monsters Acquisitions Incorporated

of the Master"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d6 + 4);{"diceNotation":"1d6+4","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Staff of the Master","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage, or 8

: +5;{"diceNotation":"1d20+5","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Unarmed Strike"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3);{"diceNotation":"1d6+3","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Unarmed

Goose Mother

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

many Beak attacks as it has heads and one Wing attack. Beak. Melee Weapon Attack: +6;{"diceNotation":"1d20+6", "rollType":"to hit", "rollAction":"Beak"} to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6

", "rollAction":"Wing"} to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 9 (1d12 + 3);{"diceNotation":"1d12+3", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Wing", "rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage. If

Goliath Legacy

Species Elemental Evil Player's Companion

seek out a larger, more powerful wyrm to battle. Few goliath adventurers reach old age, as most die attempting to surpass their past accomplishments. Fair Play For goliaths, competition exists only

much on them can grow complacent, a recipe for disaster in the mountains. This trait manifests most strongly when goliaths interact with other folk. The relationship between peasants and nobles puzzles

Nass Lantomir's Ghost

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

;{"diceNotation":"1d20+6","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Withering Touch"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 17 (4d6 + 3);{"diceNotation":"4d6+3","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Withering Touch

Lantomir was an apprentice of Zelenn the White, one of five archmages who oversee the Arcane Brotherhood. Nass and Zelenn’s relationship started off well, but in recent years it has become

Isolde

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

two melee attacks or uses its Fire Ray twice. Nepenthe. Melee Weapon Attack: +10;{"diceNotation":"1d20+10","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Nepenthe"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (1d8 + 7

comfort to Isolde and quelled her thirst for vengeance. Zybilna and Isolde enjoyed a strong partnership for years, but as time wore on, they grew distant until their relationship finally soured

Crystal Dragon Wyrmling

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +4;{"diceNotation":"1d20+4", "rollType":"to hit", "rollAction":"Bite"} to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d10 + 2);{"diceNotation":"1d10+2", "rollType":"damage

wyrmling has befriended a white dragon wyrmling. The wyrmlings’ parents, who are ancient rivals, regard the relationship with concern. 4 A crystal dragon wyrmling encourages nearby farmers to

Adversary

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

deal with than the average member of the city watch. If your character’s backstory doesn’t already include a personage of this sort, you could work with your DM to come up with a reason why an

could be the basis for an upcoming adventure. Does your rogue character have an adversary who also happens to be a criminal? If so, how is this relationship affecting your life? Adversaries d6 Adversary

Scufflecup

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

) Proficiency Bonus +2 Actions Slam. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 3 (1d3 + 2) bludgeoning damage. The participant with the last cup standing wins. The winner receives

. That participant’s teacup has disadvantage on its attack rolls. Relationship Encounter If there are students with whom the characters wish to earn Relationship Points, treat the Scufflecup game as a

Rot Troll

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

Rot Troll A troll that is infused with waves of necrotic energy as it regenerates can develop a symbiotic relationship with that deathly power. The troll’s body withers, and its flesh falls away from

, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d6 + 4) piercing damage plus 16 (3d10) necrotic damage. Claws. Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) slashing damage plus 5 (1d10) necrotic damage.

Character and Party Creation

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

identity of the deceased and each character’s relationship to them will need to be fleshed out. Party Origin d6 Origin Story 1 The characters grew up in the same place and have known each other for

working with that player to come up with their character’s backstory, then let the player decide if they want the character to have a sidekick (see the “Sidekicks” section in this chapter). You might

Lairs and Hoards

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

section. “Dragon Hoards” explores the relationship between the size of a dragon’s hoard and the dragon’s magical might. This section discusses dragons’ practice of dividing their hoards into multiple caches

that extend their magical reach, and the items that can link those caches together. It also explores the magical quirks—including hauntings and curses—that can arise as enormous amounts of magical

Random Road Events

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

afternoon or night When an event occurs, select one that seems appropriate to the location, the timing, and the backstory that the characters have thus far, or you can roll a d12 to select one

rule, the characters reach 5th level at the end of this journey. Trade Way Events d12 Event 1 Adventuring Life 2 Animal Abuse 3 Bane of the Mountains 4 Contraband 5 Everything Has a Price 6 Fungus

Giant Strider

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

Giant Strider Firenewts have a close relationship with a type of monstrous beast called a giant strider. Giant striders appear birdlike and reptilian, but are truly neither. Firenewts provide shelter

points equal to half the fire damage dealt. Actions Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 8 (1d8 + 4) piercing damage. Fire Burst (Recharge 5–6). The giant strider

Random Road Events

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

afternoon or night When an event occurs, select one that seems appropriate to the location, the timing, and the backstory that the characters have thus far, or you can roll a d12 to select one

rule, the characters reach 5th level at the end of this journey. Trade Way Events d12 Event 1 Adventuring Life 2 Animal Abuse 3 Bane of the Mountains 4 Contraband 5 Everything Has a Price 6 Fungus

Tuning the Rod

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

. Thereafter, the piece points in the direction of the third rod piece inside Landro. If the party travels in that direction, the characters eventually reach the ruins of Landro (see the “Landro” section

. Personality. A Docent is designed to advise and assist the warforged it’s attached to, including acting as a translator. The Docent’s properties are under its control, and if you have a bad relationship with your Docent, it might refuse to assist you.

Goliath Giant-Kin

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

giant’s respect. Communities of goliaths who live in close relationship with giants emulate them and are recognized by the giants as kin. These goliath giant-kin often act as liaisons between giant

(700 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2 Actions Multiattack. The goliath makes two Spear attacks. Spear. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d6

Firenewts

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

firenewt makes three Morningstar or Fire Ray attacks. Morningstar. Melee Weapon Attack: +3 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 5 (1d8 + 1) piercing damage. Fire Ray. Ranged Spell Attack: +4 to hit

: guidance, light, mage armor, mage hand, prestidigitation [Tooltip Not Found] Firenewt Warrior A firenewt warrior can spew fire. Many of these warriors have a close relationship with giant striders (in

Rosie Beestinger

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

on the wrong side of the “aggressor/victim” relationship. But this is a mix-up that few people make more than once. Patient and studious, Rosie has schooled more than one malcontent with what the

). Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d6 + 4) bludgeoning damage, or 8 (1d8 + 4) bludgeoning damage if used with two hands. Unarmed Strike. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to

Gremishka

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

an unstable relationship with magic. Spells cast near a gremishka might rebound onto those nearby or cause the monster to explode, its scaly chunks rapidly reforming into duplicate gremishkas. These

Languages understands Common but can’t speak Challenge 1/8 (25 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2 Actions Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 3 (1d4 + 2) piercing damage plus

Low-Level Challenges

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn

druid who becomes their mentor (and who you intend the campaign villain to murder by the time the characters reach level 5). By doing this, even humble adventures feel connected to a greater whole

various humanoid minions. Your campaign antagonist can and should appear early in your campaign so the players build a relationship with them, but this meeting should occur in a situation where violence

Firenewts

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

XP) Amphibious. The firenewt can breathe air and water. Actions Multiattack. The firenewt makes two attacks with its scimitar. Scimitar. Melee Weapon Attack: +3 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target

for them, so ’tis also one for ye. — Elminster Giant Striders. Firenewts have a close relationship with a type of monstrous beast they believe Imix sent to aid them — borne out by the creatures

Gnomes of Zilargo

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

manipulate and deceive, and by the time they reach adulthood most have been involved in dozens of schemes and feuds, some of which persist well into adulthood. Even a gnome with a good heart and noble

out more dangerous adventures. 10 You’re peddling a life-extension scheme where clients are petrified by a medusa and then restored later. Zil Gnome Additionally, consider your relationship to

Bodytaker Plant

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

plant makes three Vine Lash attacks. Vine Lash. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 20 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) slashing damage. If the target is a creature, it is grappled (escape DC 15

). Until the grapple ends, the target is restrained. The plant has four vines, each of which can grapple one target. Entrapping Pod. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one Medium or smaller

Goose Mother

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume Four

Eldraine. Other times, the eggs contain trinkets or valuables. The fae folk of Eldraine’s wilds have developed a symbiotic relationship with the Goose Mother, often bringing it fresh meat in exchange for

Beak attacks as it has heads and one Wing attack. Beak. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3) bludgeoning damage. Wing. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 10

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