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Player’s Handbook
, History, Insight, Investigation, Medicine, Nature, or Religion
Weapon Proficiencies
Simple weapons
Armor Training
None
Starting Equipment
Choose A or B: (A) 2 Dagger;Daggers, Staff
pursue lives of crime or domination.
But the lure of knowledge calls even the most unadventurous Wizards from the safety of their libraries and laboratories and into crumbling ruins and lost cities. Most
Backgrounds
Forgotten Realms: Heroes of Faerûn
Ability Scores: Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence Feat: Lucky Skill Proficiencies: Investigation and Religion Tool Proficiency: Mason's Tools Equipment: Choose A or B: (A) Dagger, Light Hammer
god-kings, and as a child you were told countless stories of ancient empires and buried cities. In these tales, Mulhorand was a land overflowing with forgotten riches—priceless treasures awaiting
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
in the shadows. Order agents tend to be proficient in Religion, and frequently seek aid from law enforcement friendly to the order’s ideals, and the clergy of the order’s patron gods.
The
nature.
The Lords’ Alliance: On one level, the agents of the Lords’ Alliance are representatives of the cities and other governments that constitute the alliance. But, as a faction
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
chroniclers travel across Khorvaire in search of stories. The major cities of Zilargo maintain temples and shrines dedicated to every religion. Most Zil explore a few faiths before settling on one; others practice multiple religions.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Five Nations, and gnome chroniclers travel across Khorvaire in search of stories. The major cities of Zilargo have temples and shrines dedicated to every religion. Most Zil explore a few faiths before settling on one; others practice multiple religions.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Talenta Plains Capital: Gatherhold Hallmarks: Dinosaurs, halflings, livestock The halflings of the Talenta Plains have no cities and no industrialized magic, but they do have dinosaurs. The halflings
raging halfling barbarian riding a furious clawfoot raptor. Talenta religion reveres spirits, both departed ancestors and natural spirits. Each tribe has a lath—a chieftain who guides the tribe—and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Transferring Colleges The loose association of minstrels and masters that was your bard college helps to define your knowledge and skills. Still, no matter what your original collegiate connections
, as a bard in an Acquisitions Incorporated campaign, you now focus that learning into your own personal school of business. College of Glamour The lessons taught by the College of Glamour are right in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
to flourish in Brelish cities and churches. The Sovereign Host is the dominant religion of Breland, but in general the Brelish aren’t as devout as their cousins in other nations. King Boranel ir’Wynarn
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Khorvaire, rivaled only by House Phiarlan and the Trust of Zilargo. The dark side of these aptitudes is a strong streak of cynicism, which allows crime and corruption to flourish in Brelish cities and
temples. The Sovereign Host is the dominant religion of Breland, but in general the Brelish aren’t as devout as citizens of other nations. King Boranel ir’Wynarn rules Breland in conjunction with an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
The Talenta Plains Capital: Gatherhold Noted for Halflings, livestock, dinosaurs The halflings of the Talenta Plains live a simpler life than the people of the Five Nations. They have no cities, no
between a hunter and their mount, and few people are prepared to face a raging halfling barbarian riding a furious clawfoot raptor. Talenta religion is based around reverence for spirits, both
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
the Cataclysm, joining itinerant and nomadic cultures. Human cities are few and usually small, developed around natural structures that sheltered communities following the Cataclysm. As a human, you
risen to power in the region. This power-hungry religion controls the city of Haven and surrounding settlements in the name of vague, fickle deities who condemn the use of magic. The broad plains of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
, Investigation, Medicine, Nature, or Religion Weapon Proficiencies Simple weapons Armor Training None Starting Equipment Choose A or B: (A) 2 Daggers, Arcane Focus (Quarterstaff), Robe, Spellbook
calls even the most unadventurous Wizards from the safety of their libraries and laboratories and into crumbling ruins and lost cities. Most Wizards believe that their counterparts in ancient
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
, History, Nature, and Religion. Diplomat. Negotiating treaties, de-escalating conflicts, and issuing ultimatums are tasks that fall within the purview of the Diplomat, who typically puts their high
disasters jeopardizing the nation as a whole. Wardens are often rangers or druids, with proficiency in Nature and Perception. They might come from backgrounds as outlanders or hermits, making them more comfortable in the wilds than in cities or royal courts.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Wisdom Skill Proficiencies Choose 2: Arcana, History, Insight, Investigation, Medicine, Nature, or Religion Weapon Proficiencies Simple weapons Armor Training None Starting Equipment Choose A or B: (A) 2
lives of crime or domination. But the lure of knowledge calls even the most unadventurous Wizards from the safety of their libraries and laboratories and into crumbling ruins and lost cities. Most Wizards
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
common. The best taverns in the Styes would be considered dives in most cities — and its inns are no better. Visitors are advised to bring their own bedding to avoid bugs, and to move the bed in front
of the door to keep out burglars and unscrupulous innkeepers. Religion Though religion is important to many of the Styes’ citizens, no public temples operate in the district. This is partially because
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Bardic Colleges In addition to the tradition of apprenticing with a master bard, the Sword Coast has some bardic colleges where masters teach students the bardic arts. They hark back to the great
master bard attended each of the elder colleges, seeking to learn its musical and magical secrets. Traditionally, the colleges were attended in the order given above, starting with Fochlucan. That
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
bustling cities full of Humanoid peoples where they might attract attention but not necessarily open hostility. Giants who live among smaller folk tend to gravitate to positions of importance. They
from outside threats. 4 An adventurer receives an exclusive invitation to study a topic of interest (perhaps giants’ sagas or religion), but the invitation seems suspicious—demanding secrecy, traveling
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Ephara’s Champions Alignment: Usually lawful, often neutral Suggested Classes: Bard, cleric, monk, paladin, wizard Suggested Cleric Domains: Knowledge, Light Suggested Backgrounds: Acolyte, athlete
, guild artisan, noble, sage, sailor, soldier, urchin Most champions of Ephara believe cities represent the pinnacle of achievement and do what they can to uphold the law and keep society functioning
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
different, however: bearers of the gauntlet are holy warriors on a righteous quest to crush evil and promote justice, and they never hide in the shadows. Order agents tend to be proficient in Religion, and
representatives of the cities and other governments that constitute the alliance. But, as a faction with interests and concerns that transcend local politics and geography, the Alliance has its own cadre of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Things to Do in Tavick’s Landing Voice of
BRELAND
is your Neighbor a cyran invader?
In the wake of the Mourning, our king welcomed the survivors of that tragedy into our cities. In Sharn, High
of Vol religion is practiced openly. Residents are circumspect about their activities, and undead servants are largely kept off the streets. But if you’re a follower of the faith, it’s a place where
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
+3 +9
Wis 23 +6 +12
Cha 18 +4 +4
Skills Arcana +9, Perception +12, Religion +15
Resistances Necrotic, Radiant
Immunities Psychic; Charmed, Frightened
Senses Truesight
result from the Spy Personas table to inspire a spy’s disguise.
Spy Personas 1d4 The Spy Disguises Themself As...
1 A bard or traveling performer.
2 A captive or servant of a monster
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Religion and the Gods The gods of Krynn are said to have abandoned the world, and in the great cities of Ansalon, temples and centers of faith are few. Nevertheless, small miracles occur across the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
envisioned. Absent the presence of an anathema, yuan-ti abominations are the leaders in most yuan-ti cities. Yuan-ti Malisons The various kinds of malisons are imperfect compared to abominations but
still a step above humankind in the eyes of the serpent gods. Malisons tend to be receptive to religion, seeking insight about how they can improve toward the serpent ideal, and many of them become
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath
captives taken by cultists were impaled on the doors: the inn’s owner, Martisha Vinetalker, was dragged into the basement, and a local bard, Tarbin Tul, was taken away on horseback. Cray thinks the
cultists had strict orders to capture the bard alive, as she heard them talking about being careful with Tul. The Basement. The basement houses the shrine to Talos, where the energy from the ritual is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
as a bard or sorcerer) can supplement natural Charisma with magical persuasion. A character with the charlatan background, proficiency in Deception, or proficiency with a Disguise kit might also fill
sensational story. High Intelligence and proficiency in Investigation often aids the core work of the Snoop, and knowledge of Arcana, History, or Religion can be helpful for background research. Divination
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
me push beyond my limitations. 6 My anger needed to be channeled into battle, or I risked becoming an indiscriminate killer. Bard d6 I became a bard because … 1 I awakened my latent bardic
abilities through trial and error. 2 I was a gifted performer and attracted the attention of a master bard who schooled me in the old techniques. 3 I joined a loose society of scholars and orators to learn
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
immediately.
6 I’m a skeptic and don’t believe in the power of rituals, religion, superstition, or spirits.
7 I know my future is written and that anything I do will lead to a prophesied end
.
8 I need to find the best in everyone and everything, even when that means denying obvious malice.
9 I’ve seen the evil of a type of place—like forests, cities, or graveyards—and resist going
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
regained its place as the dominant religion of Karrnath, but the Blood of Vol retains a strong following. Communities that practice the faith still use skeletons and zombies as guards or laborers. The
of the Blood of Vol who considers the undead to be a practical tool? Do you have a relative or friend currently serving? Or do you despise the Blood of Vol and the use of necromancy?
Cities and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
, Persuasion, and Religion. The sidekick gains proficiency with light armor, and if it is a humanoid or has a simple or martial weapon in its stat block, it also gains proficiency with all simple
Mage Wizard Intelligence Healer Cleric and Druid Wisdom Prodigy Bard and Warlock Charisma Spell Slots. The Spellcaster table shows how many spell slots the sidekick has to cast its Spellcaster
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
Rictavio Several months ago, a colorfully dressed half-elf bard came to Barovia in a carnival wagon, with a pet monkey on his shoulder. He took over an abandoned tower on Lake Baratok before rolling
, Insight +7, Medicine +7, Perception +7, Religion +6, Sleight of Hand +4
Senses passive Perception 17
Languages Abyssal, Common, Elvish, Infernal
Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
Special Equipment. In
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
how his members do their jobs, as long as they don’t fail. The Circle of Song A bard is a versatile individual, equally skilled at entertainment and espionage. These talents are perfectly matched to the
bard who knows its customs and who can find an outpost. It has no membership dues; you’re expected to make a donation if you make significant use of the group’s resources. Membership provides the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
the campaign. He might keep tabs on the characters as they grow famous, showing up in cities where they travel, trying to sell more useless goods, or eventually spying on them for the Zhentarim. Or
enter the fray if the characters don’t surrender their valuables immediately. If the adventurers defeat the crew and study Jelayne, a successful DC 10 Intelligence (Arcana or Religion) check confirms
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
save DC 14, +6 to hit with spell attacks). He has the following bard spells prepared:
Cantrips (at will): mage hand, mending, minor illusion, vicious mockery
1st level (4 slots): cure wounds
13(+1)
Saving Throws Con +5, Wis +6
Skills Intimidation +4, Religion +3
Damage Resistances poison
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 13
Languages Common, Dwarvish
Challenge 8
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
I could make them laugh or cry with my stories or songs. 3 I ran away from home to follow a minstrel troupe. 4 I saw a bard perform once, and I knew from that moment on what I was born to do. 5 I
… 1 I spent a lot of time in the wilderness as a youngster, and I came to love that way of life. 2 From a young age, I couldn’t abide the stink of the cities and preferred to spend my time in nature
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Cult of the Black Earth, viewing its members as stubborn, unenlightened drones without vision or imagination. Feathergale Knight The Feathergale Knights are ambitious, wealthy folk from cities such
ft.
STR
10 (+0)
DEX
15 (+2)
CON
10 (+0)
INT
10 (+0)
WIS
9 (−1)
CHA
11 (+0)
Skills Deception +2, Religion +2, Stealth +4
Senses passive