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Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Adventure Atlas: The Mortuary
trots up to the characters and drops a bony hand at their feet. The dog wants to play fetch. 5 Ten melancholy Dusters (commoners) conduct an open-casket funeral for a cheery skeleton named Merle, who
to expel a dybbuk† from a corpse. The exorcist asks the characters to help in dispatch the Fiend. 9 Two bards† in the Heralds of Dust approach the characters and sing a ballad honoring the dead. If the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Harpers Any smart, non-evil character can join the Harpers of Waterdeep. Bards and wizards are especially welcome. Harpers are altruists who work behind the scenes to keep power out of the hands of
advisor to Open Lord Laeral Silverhand. See appendix B for more information on these NPCs. Harpers prefer to conduct their business in bustling inns and taverns such as the Yawning Portal, or in quiet
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Bard: College of Spirits Bards of the College of Spirits seek tales with inherent power—be they legends, histories, or fictions—and bring their subjects to life. Using occult trappings, these bards
next turn.
Spirit Session 6th-level College of Spirits feature Spirits provide you with supernatural insights. You can conduct an hour-long ritual channeling spirits (which can be done during a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
excuse for tyranny. Those who abuse power must be stripped of it, and soldiers have a responsibility to refuse immoral orders.
5 I strive to treat foes honorably, but not at the expense of
’ military technology, especially magic armaments and siege engines—the bigger, the better!
8 Conflict drives evolution. By sparking wars between nations, I contribute to the advancement of their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
might hear you!” hisses another.
Ebbin Fulchre and his three companions are unarmed commoners who refuse to enter the cabin, even on a dare. Morbid curiosity brought them here, but they’re nothing
imparts the following information: Grave Theft. Two halflings dug up his grave in the dead of night and stole his Canaith mandolin (an instrument of the bards). Frody wants it back. (“It was a gift
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer
are constantly impeded by newly discovered elements of Prophecy—especially since the dragonmarks that appear on mortals often seem connected to relevant parts of the Prophecy. This drives many Lords of
dragon (an agent of the Chamber) warns the characters against this manipulation, explaining the nature and goals of the Lords of Dust to them. If the characters refuse to cooperate with the lords
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Styes, alchemists are free to conduct whatever dangerous experiments they like, and to cut corners on safety and quality control. Iron chimneys belch smoke and foul vapors into the air, while liquid
and solid waste are dumped into the water around the quarter. A large part of this area has become so clogged and befouled with refuse that the water now moves only along shallow, sluggish channels
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Circle gathers around their namesake pool in the northern forest of Mir. The Circle of Swords Protectors of the Neverwinter Wood, the Circle of Swords drives destructive humanoids like hobgoblins
circles in the North are often allied with the Harpers, as they have common purpose, with bards and rangers serving as go-betweens. Individual Harpers can usually expect a circle to at least grant them
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
. Occasionally, they heed the call of the guildmaster to join in riots or festivals, but more often they conduct their own ceremonies and celebrations in private. Goals of the Gruul So far as any philosophy
can be said to underlie the Gruul way of life, it is about living in the now, with little concern for forethought, planning, or speculation. Impulse drives the actions of the Gruul Clans. They want to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
underground, and within easy reach of humanoids and their succulent brains. No two lairs are the same, as the resident elder brain drives the form and function of each one. The lair shown in the
illusion, or some other barrier. Illithid Quarters Each member of the colony claims a single room or a small series of chambers at its own and uses the space to conduct its personal research. One
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
townsfolk. Chaotic Neutral. (CN) creatures follow their whims, holding their personal freedom above all else. Many rogues and bards are chaotic neutral. Lawful Evil. (LE) creatures methodically take
Describe one ideal that drives your character. Your ideals are the things that you believe in most strongly, the fundamental moral and ethical principles that compel you to act as you do. Ideals
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a3
struggling to roll a boulder up the hill, while a devil drives them on. Above the hill in the ceiling is a glowing spot that illuminates the entire chamber with an eerie silver light.
A cobblestone path
Charisma saving throw or refuse to leave it. A creature affected by the magic is allowed another Wisdom saving throw every 24 hours while the magic persists. A creature can repeat the saving throw every
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
characters don’t have the ring or refuse to present it, Xedalli loses her claim to the throne. Xeleth laughs, after which Andavier declares, “Xeleth is the rightful heir!” Skip ahead to the “All Hail
the characters. If the characters are captured, Xeleth promises to have them executed as soon as the coronation is over. In the unlikely event that the party defeats Xeleth or drives him off, skip
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
roles, the arcanaloths learned everything they could about Laduguer’s principles of conduct. To their surprise, Aximus and Exekarus found these principles compelling. Some of the arcanaloths’ favorite
planetar, whom they admire. Those who refuse to accompany the arcanaloths are left behind as Aximus and Exekarus proceed to area 23b to inform Fazrian that visitors have arrived. Obedience to Fazrian is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
(see “Rules of Conduct” in chapter 2) to grant them an audience. FEY TO THE RESCUE!
If the characters helped the korreds and brigganocks settle their differences earlier in the chapter, they offer to
.
If the characters decline to perform a play for her, Endelyn demands that they leave at once, ordering her darklings to attack characters who refuse to do so. In the ensuing fracas, characters who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
treats visitors as honored guests in accordance with the rule of hospitality (see “Rules of Conduct” earlier in the chapter), but he expects a measure of kindness in return. If a fight breaks out
Soggy Court, to return it to the hag with great haste. If the characters show hostility or refuse to join the Soggy Court, Gullop commands his guards to seize them. Captured characters are taken to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
unless they conduct extensive dives to plumb the mere’s depths, requiring DC 10 Strength (Athletics) checks to swim underwater. If any characters are capable of staying this deep without suffocating and
conduct a thorough search of the lake, they discover the passage with a successful DC 12 Wisdom (Perception) check. If the characters enter through this watery passage, they emerge in area 54 of map
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
. Capricious Elevation. Demons respect power and power alone. A greater demon commands shrieking mobs of lesser demons because it can destroy any lesser demon that dares to refuse its commands. A demon’s
employs stealth to hide a successful possession. Other times, it unleashes the full brunt of its fiendish drives through its new form. As long as the demon remains in possession of its host, the soul of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
”. The characters are charged with disturbing the peace, a minor offense that carries a fine and results in an edict. The charge stems from their conduct in encounter 3, “Street Chase.” Depending on how
wrest the stone from them during the chaos of the jailbreak. If the characters refuse to play along, the doppelganger cries out in alarm, bringing the full weight of the courthouse garrison (ten guards
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
least discretion. Bards and wizards are their most prominent members. Harpers operate in small cells throughout the North. One is based in Triboar: Darathra Shendrel, the Lord Protector, belongs to the
coerce, persuade, or buy their way into every major area of influence. Rogues and warlocks fill the Zhentarim’s ranks, but the faction recruits any who can conduct its business without too many moral
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
since been taken by all among the Hellriders as well. If a Hellrider or Companion oversteps the bounds of the law or good conduct, often a fellow will say “recall the Creed,” and soon things are set
note are located within the borders of Elturgard. I describe three of them briefly here. Berdusk. A large population of artisans drives the activity in the city of Berdusk. Its native nobility, the so
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
. Although some of the dancing is wanton and performed for show, large-scale ring dances in the street for all ages are also popular. All the dancing ends at dusk, after which bards and minstrels perform at
, on his statue in the City of the Dead, and atop the altars of the House of Wonder. Bards perform songs in honor of the wizard all over the city. The Open Lord visits taverns and inns throughout
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
. Two magic items are displayed here as well. Anstruth Harp. An exquisitely crafted harp sized for a human rests on a shelf. This instrument of the bards was acquired from a human bard who counseled
the constructs in area 27 to assist. If one or more characters surrender after causing harm to him or his family, he spares their lives but commands them to leave Lyn Armaal at once. If they refuse, or if they leave only to return at a later time, Thullen turns hostile and attacks them.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
ruined galley has buckled, and is cluttered with trash, driftwood, and other refuse washed up on the tide. To the east, the galley’s prow juts into the channel like a jagged fang, while the west side of
a tightly sewn oilcloth — an instrument of the bards (Cli lyre) found by a cultist years before. The lyre is the cult’s greatest treasure, and has been kept as a gift for the leader that the cultists
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
money. He expects his guests to be splendidly dressed — and unarmed. Those who are caught carrying concealed weapons are advised to cast their weapons overboard. Those who refuse to do so are
balcony overhead. Creaky staircases lead down to area 5. Guests often congregate here in the evening to schmooze and conduct illicit business dealings. 11. Bridge Captain Storn and six of his deckhands are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
battle, Meadowleaf calls off the attack. The dryad is too bitter and angry to apologize for any errors in judgment on her part. Reminding her of the rule of hospitality (see “Rules of Conduct” in
goats to attack. If they are deprived of their weapons and returned to their normal forms, the redcaps stomp their iron boots and demand that their sickles be returned to them. If the characters refuse
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
. Thunderwing was Xanthoria’s friend until the druid’s mind became twisted by the influence of Zuggtmoy, causing Xanthoria to conduct grisly experiments on living creatures. Thunderwing is one of
cavern was created by Xanthoria to conduct more experiments. Specifically, Xanthoria found herself able to communicate with other beings that had been infected with her spores and wanted to understand
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
to hurl enormous, 200-pound rocks to land as close as possible to a target on the ground. If the characters refuse to play, the galeb duhr are disappointed and return to their rest. Development. The
clasps an Instrument of the Bards (Ollamh harp), which she acquired in her youth. Taking the harp, plucking one of its strings, or removing the glass key from around Yemi’s neck ends the Sequester spell
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
be with. Stories of Hanali’s romantic adventures among elves and other mortals are perennial favorites when sung by elf bards and poets. In Arvandor, Hanali maintains a hidden pool called Evergold
least a century. More than a few elves claim to have experienced this benefit, and the truth of it is attested by many bards — sometimes in all earnestness, sometimes with a knowing wink. Priests of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
worship Madarua or Usamigaras, Artha tells the characters to turn back or suffer Gorm’s thunderous wrath. If the characters attack the guardians or refuse to heed their warnings, the guardians produce
(see appendix B) conduct a storm ceremony under the supervision of Kanadius (lawful good, human champion of Gorm; see appendix B), the Grand Master of Gorm. Kanadius—who wears a Helm of Telepathy— is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye
greatly. Upon noticing the characters enter, the ghost beseeches them for help in recovering its previous identity. If the characters refuse, the ghost sulks but isn’t hostile. Discovering the
holy symbol of Oghma, god of knowledge and patron to bards and wizards. If the check succeeds by 3 or more, the character intuits that rededicating the shrine to Oghma could help against the zombies
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
than once, it retreats into the clouds. If the dragon retreats, the defenders are inspired to turn the tide of battle against their enemies. The party drives off the dragon. Mark one victory and go to
least one wereboar is drumming, any one of the drummers can duplicate the effect of a call lightning spell, except it has no limit to its range. The drummers fight until death and refuse to parley
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
his superiors in the Black Network. The bugbear bodyguards know this fact too, and because of it, they are less than enthusiastic about working for Rasqel. Tactics. If the characters refuse to back
their agents to sell them algae. As the characters start to hire franchise staff at the end of this episode, this is a perfect opportunity to set up how staff members can conduct franchise business with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
and deal with the threat of an evil green dragon that nests there.
Alignment. Chaotic good.
Personality Trait. “I am an elf, and time is on my side. I refuse to give up—ever.”
Ideal. “The elves
. “Hospitality, ownership, reciprocity—the rules of conduct must be respected.”
Bond. “I have pledged my fealty to Zybilna of Prismeer, and I am nothing if not her loyal servant.”
Flaw. “Don’t expect
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
and deal with the threat of an evil green dragon that nests there.
Alignment. Chaotic good.
Personality Trait. “I am an elf, and time is on my side. I refuse to give up—ever.”
Ideal. “The elves
. “Hospitality, ownership, reciprocity—the rules of conduct must be respected.”
Bond. “I have pledged my fealty to Zybilna of Prismeer, and I am nothing if not her loyal servant.”
Flaw. “Don’t






