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Xanathar's Guide to Everything
Bards of the College of Swords are called blades, and they entertain through daring feats of weapon prowess. Blades perform stunts such as sword swallowing, knife throwing and juggling, and mock
have often run into trouble that makes maintaining their secret activities impossible. A blade caught stealing or engaging in vigilante justice is too great a liability for most troupes. With their
Classes
Xanathar's Guide to Everything
Bards of the College of Swords are called blades, and they entertain through daring feats of weapon prowess. Blades perform stunts such as sword swallowing, knife throwing and juggling, and mock
have often run into trouble that makes maintaining their secret activities impossible. A blade caught stealing or engaging in vigilante justice is too great a liability for most troupes. With their
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
suspension.
7
Great ideas are fine, but great results are what counts.
8
If you can guess what I’m about to do, that means I’ve run out of imagination.
Ideals
d6
An Orzhov banker financed my laboratory’s current work and expects great returns.
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I have a cousin in the Cult of Rakdos, and we get along quite well.
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A former attendant from the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
Bard In Ravnica, bards are commonly found among the Azorius Senate, the Cult of Rakdos, and the Selesnya Conclave, serving in a variety of capacities as lore keepers and entertainers. Bard Subclass
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Halflings of the Five Nations Quick and charming, many halflings put their natural talents to use as bards, barristers, merchants, and politicians throughout Khorvaire. Of course, these same talents
prove equally useful for burglars, grifters, and other criminals. Of particular note is the halfling-run criminal enterprise of the Boromar Clan, the most powerful crime syndicate in Breland. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
a settlement. After the characters force a second cult to abandon its shrine, run the “Reckless Hate” encounter when the party returns to a settlement. After the characters force the third cult to
Cult Retaliation The eradication of one or more of the surface outposts of the elemental cults marks the characters as dangerous enemies. As the party continues the assault on cult strongholds in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
Location and Timing This attack can occur anywhere. The cult has no concern for innocent bystanders, but the encounter will be easier for you to run without a panicking crowd to deal with. This
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
Location and Timing This attack can occur anywhere. The cult has no concern for innocent bystanders, but the encounter will be easier for you to run without a panicking crowd to deal with. This
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
4. Naergoth Bladelord
Naergoth Bladelord
Before Severin assumed control over the Cult of the Dragon, the Well of Dragons was used to transform dying dragons into dracoliches. Naergoth Bladelord
(see appendix D for statistics) is a wight who commanded this site for centuries in the name of the Cult of the Dragon. After devoting many lifetimes of selfless service to the cult, he was shunted
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Halflings of the Five Nations Halflings can be found in every city in Khorvaire. Quick and charming, halflings are often found as merchants, politicians, barristers, and bards. Of course, these same
, who occasionally pulls you into their problems. Or you could even be the reluctant heir of a powerful Boromar leader; you’ve gone on the run rather than taking your place in this criminal empire, but someday your past may catch up with you.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Lower-Level and Higher-Level Characters This chapter is a preamble to the adventure’s primary plot. You can run this chapter for lower-level characters, adapting it as described below. If your
hit points). Creatures to Remove Area Remove C2 Two wights C7 Two water weirds C14 Two cult fanatics C16 One mage C17 Two cult fanatics C25 One nothic C26 Three nothics Evernight Awakening Three
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Cult Reprisals The cults of Elemental Evil don’t wait passively for a band of heroes to systematically eliminate each cult’s surface outpost. Even if the characters destroy one of the Haunted Keep
which reprisal to use. If a character has the Dangerous Information adventure hook (see chapter 1), run “Reaver Ambush” when the character resolves to travel to the attack site and stop it. Choose one
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
4. Naergoth Bladelord Naergoth Bladelord Before Severin assumed control over the Cult of the Dragon, the Well of Dragons was used to transform dying dragons into dracoliches. Naergoth Bladelord (see
appendix D for statistics) is a wight who commanded this site for centuries in the name of the Cult of the Dragon. After devoting many lifetimes of selfless service to the cult, he was shunted aside
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
, is best.”
If the characters haven’t run into any cult leaders yet, Nighthill takes them onto the parapet and points out what he means. This is an ideal time for everyone to catch a glimpse of
temple of Chauntea. All characters need to do is bring a live cultist or Cult of the Dragon initiate back to the keep. Or characters can go into the town hunting for one specifically. Prisoners
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
about a dungeon. Even the most wide-open terrain presents clear pathways. Roads seldom run straight because they follow the contours of the land, finding the most level or otherwise easiest routes across
uneven ground. Valleys and ridges channel travel in certain directions. Mountain ranges present forbidding barriers traversed only by remote passes. Even the most trackless desert reveals favored
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
black energy run between the pillars and the cloud.
The cult fanatics are named Abberoch, Belora, Liana, Shanzo, Torfiana, and Uzalyn. They are performing a ritual designed to anchor one of
10. Ritual Chamber Purple Flames. Black wax candles set in niches along the walls of this 20-foot-high room burn with a purple flame, filling the room with dim light.
Cult Ritual. Six cult fanatics
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
, is best.” If the characters haven’t run into any cult leaders yet, Nighthill takes them onto the parapet and points out what he means. This is an ideal time for everyone to catch a glimpse of Frulam
temple of Chauntea (area 3). All characters need to do is bring a live cultist or Cult of the Dragon initiate back to the keep. Or characters can go into the town hunting for one specifically
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Elisabeth Durst, who run a small cult devoted to Barovia’s Darklord, Strahd von Zarovich. Given the domain’s many greater threats, this minor cult and the house draw scant attention. If the characters ask
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
23. Desecrated Sanctuary This windowless stone building was set aside for cult initiates. The building has lighting and plumbing (see the “Lighting and Plumbing” sidebar). 23a. Hall of Prayer Boars
on a tapestry restores its value (25 gp). 23b. Initiates’ Quarters Furnishings. Eight rows of bunk beds stacked four high run the length of this room.
Wreckage. Along the walls are piles of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
retired from adventuring after their heroic effort to defeat a cult of Orcus that had established a temple in the nearby mountains. The tavern is now run by their heir and decorated with trophies of their
. They’re stealing food, tools, and paint for some sinister purpose, and I’m sure it’s just a matter of time until they unleash a new reign of terror, as the cult did in my parents’ day. I didn’t follow in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
unable to locate an elusive foe, or have been captured by the cult and need inside help to escape, a Harper can offer up a secure hideout, a whispered clue, or a smuggled knife. Bards, mages, and rogues
using knowledge to win the day over brute force. However, as the Cult of the Dragon grows more brazen and destructive, the Harpers are forced to act more openly in their opposition. If the characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
unable to locate an elusive foe, or have been captured by the cult and need inside help to escape, a Harper can offer up a secure hideout, a whispered clue, or a smuggled knife. Bards, mages, and rogues
using knowledge to win the day over brute force. However, as the Cult of the Dragon grows more brazen and destructive, the Harpers are forced to act more openly in their opposition. If the characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
for the Red Wizards to summon devils and for the Cult of the Dragon to find more adherents. However, just as Zariel wants Tiamat out, other devils would be happy to see the Dragon Queen stay in
Avernus. Foremost among them is the deposed pit fiend Bel and the devils still loyal to him. Ordinarily, the Cult of the Dragon has nothing to do with devils. However, releasing Tiamat into the world is a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
mill sits on the riverbank, with several big granaries nearby and a handful of small, run-down cottages.
Most of the townsfolk are intimidated by the thugs who run their criminal trade from their
cult symbol. Roleplaying Shoalar Shoalar appears jovial, but he has a biting sense of humor and tends to laugh at people rather than with them. If questioned, he denies any knowledge of books or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
to be rid of her. Zariel has directed her mortal agents to assist those who seek to free Tiamat, and her power has made it easier for the Red Wizards to summon devils and for the Cult of the Dragon to
still loyal to him. Ordinarily, the Cult of the Dragon has nothing to do with devils. However, releasing Tiamat into the world is a massive undertaking, and Severin has called on every resource he can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
unable to locate an elusive foe, or have been captured by the cult and need inside help to escape, a Harper can offer up a secure hideout, a whispered clue, or a smuggled knife. Bards, rogues, and wizards
using knowledge to win the day over brute force. However, as the Cult of the Dragon grows more brazen and destructive, the Harpers are forced to act more openly in their opposition. If the characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
for the Red Wizards to summon devils and for the Cult of the Dragon to find more adherents. However, just as Zariel wants Tiamat out, other devils would be happy to see the Dragon Queen stay in
Avernus. Foremost among them is the deposed pit fiend Bel and the devils still loyal to him. Ordinarily, the Cult of the Dragon has nothing to do with devils. However, releasing Tiamat into the world is a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
introduce the player characters to the region and its people. Combine the settlements of Womford and nearby Bargewright Inn into the corrupt town of Nulb. The small river known as Imeryds Run serves as
the Dessarin River, carrying the barge traffic (and river piracy) that interests the Cult of the Crushing Wave. The gnome town of Tulvar replaces Westbridge, while the Etterboek takes the place of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
neither has any idea how much time has passed since the events they’ve described. They have no idea that their parents are cult leaders in possession of a powerful artifact. If the characters express
the party explore the house separately. This way, you can focus on the characters without having to run Sarusanda alongside them. The characters will have several opportunities to run into Sarusanda
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
to cross its path. When the corrupted unicorn comes into being, it does so within reach of at least one of the cult members. If a fight has not already started, roll initiative. On each of the avatar’s
enemies who deal grievous injuries to it and attacks them without mercy. The cult members, briefly transfixed by the spectacle they have just witnessed, are not immediately hostile, though they defend
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
point during travel on or very near the Dessarin River, use the “River Travels” table. Roll 1d12 + 1d8 to determine what the adventurers run into. Asterisks. Encounters marked with an asterisk have
* 6 6 1d3 ankhegs 7 7 1d3 + 1 bugbears 8 8 1d4 + 1 orcs 9 — Dwarf miners* 10 — Caravan* 11 — Homestead* 12 9 Air cult scouts* 13 10 Water cult marauders* 14 11 Earth cult robbers* 15 12 Fire cult
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
is the castle’s pilot and protector. If the giant dies, all the magic of the castle will be undone. The human dragon-cult people don’t really understand dragons the way that kobolds do. Dragons are
limits to all kobolds. The white dragon Cloudchaser loves frozen meat. Toss it into the cavern (area 25) and run!
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
barriers, which otherwise require siege engines to force open. Gate Guards. Characters who stand outside the main gate and announce their arrival can speak to the guards in the gatehouse. Unless Levistus
can be poured. The south wall has a row of five arrow slits built into it. Two wooden cots covered with furs are in the northeast corner of the room. Of the two cult fanatics stationed here, one stands
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
sideways, sometimes innocents get unwillingly caught in the action. The common artisan who hired the party to find her missing partner might find herself and her hired inquisitives on the run when
in both Persuasion and Intimidation prove helpful in this role. Bards, paladins, and sorcerers have both the requisite talents and the ability to supplement their interrogations with magic
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
with three bullywugs per character. Not all bullywugs in the mere work for the cult, but any the characters run into do. Crocodiles. An encounter with crocodiles always occurs in water at least 2
feet deep. The first time characters run into crocodiles in the mere, the creatures have advantage on their Stealth check. Giant Frogs. Giant frogs use their sticky tongue attacks whenever they can, and