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Storm King's Thunder
the ground and is a massive thing made of polished obsidian with oversized feet — the impaled skulls of four ancient blue dragons. Runes glisten in the carved obsidian, winking to life with blue
breaking at least five Ruling Scepters of Shanatar simultaneously on it. This fact has never been recorded or sung of among the dwarves or any bards or storytellers, and it can’t be discovered
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
, works on astronomy, and star charts. When it comes to magical treasure, they seek items and spells that predict the future, create or manipulate light, or channel positive energy for healing and
rain from the sky in a beautiful but dangerous display. Rumors quickly spread that a crystal dragon is responsible.
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A crystal dragon invites the greatest bards and philosophers to partake in
Monsters
Candlekeep Mysteries
, wrapped in a cloak-like darkness that appears to devour the light.
Nintra’s eyes burn with green fire, and she speaks in a high, musical voice. Deception comes naturally to her, but imprisonment
;and all are less than me.”
Ideal. “After I destroy the Queen of Air and Darkness for her weakness and insolence, I will take my rightful place at the head of the Gloaming Court.&rdquo
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
, collections of prophecy, works on astronomy, and star charts. When it comes to magical treasure, they seek items and spells that predict the future, create or manipulate light, or channel positive energy for
Prismatic shards rain from the sky in a beautiful but dangerous display. Rumors quickly spread that a crystal dragon is responsible.
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A crystal dragon invites the greatest bards and philosophers
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
knowledge, rather than brute force. Harper agents are often proficient in Investigation, enabling them to be adept at snooping and spying. They often seek aid from other Harpers, sympathetic bards and
and seek to destroy.
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Flaw
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I judge others harshly, and myself even more severely.
2
I put too much trust in those who wield power within my temple’s hierarchy
Magic Items
Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
weapon is searching for a new owner.
Azuredge has a solid steel handle etched with tiny runes, wrapped in blue dragon hide with a star sapphire set into the pommel. The axe head is forged from silver
adhere to any Medium or larger object or surface it comes into contact with. Once it does so, the axe can’t be wielded. Nothing short of a wish spell can separate the axe from the item or surface to
Orc
Legacy
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
scythe. Only a skilled and determined hero can hope to survive single combat with an orc.
Savage and fearless, orc tribes are ever in search of elves, dwarves, and humans to destroy. Motivated by their
infirm. Orcs don’t revere their gods as much as they fear them; every tribe has superstitions about how to avert their wrath or bring their favor. This deep-seated uncertainty and fear comes forth
Magic Items
Princes of the Apocalypse
batter it. The wind is strong enough to uproot weak trees and destroy light structures after at least 10 minutes of exposure. Otherwise, the rules for strong wind apply, as detailed in chapter 5 of the
effect. The wildfire covers a 10-foot-square area initially but expands to fill another 10-foot square each round until the fire is extinguished or burns itself out. A creature that comes within 10
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
refract light, collections of prophecy, works on astronomy, and star charts. When it comes to magical treasure, they seek items and spells that predict the future, create or manipulate light, or channel
bards and philosophers to partake in “the Great Dialogue” in the dragon’s mountaintop lair. But only the dragon knows that the Great Dialogue has no end, and no one can leave the lair
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
baubles that refract light, collections of prophecy, works on astronomy, and star charts. When it comes to magical treasure, they seek items and spells that predict the future, create or manipulate
the greatest bards and philosophers to partake in “the Great Dialogue” in the dragon’s mountaintop lair. But only the dragon knows that the Great Dialogue has no end, and no one can
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
components and using Intelligence as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 14):
1/day each: bane, create or destroy waterDecay and despair are bound up in the nature of topaz dragons, thanks to
. (Chaotic)
3
Mental Superiority. I hone my mental powers so I can confuse, control, or kill any who annoy me. (Evil)
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Territoriality. Any creature that comes into my territory has
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Legends of Dayawlongon Ancient belief states that all life on Dayawlongon is born from the spoken words of a poet goddess—known as Kamatayang-Langit—from which comes the people’s deep reverence for
poetry and song. This is why every community has one or more binukots, bards who serve as living repositories of art, culture, custom, and law. The death of a binukot can result in the loss of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath
runes on the edge of the lid, which can be noticed with a DC 20 Intelligence (Investigation) check. The runes can be deactivated with a dispel magic spell, or carefully filed away with a DC 15 Dexterity
(Sleight of Hand) check. If the crate is opened without deactivating the runes, it explodes. Any creature within 10 feet of the crate must succeed on a DC 15 Constitution saving throw, taking 8d8
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
the bards, each of which is named after one of the colleges. See chapter 7 of the Dungeon Master’s Guide for the game statistics of these magic instruments. Long ago, bards who sought the rank of
tradition fell when the colleges went into decline, but some bards dream of restoring it. College of Fochlucan The original College of Fochlucan once stood on the northeastern edge of Silverymoon. Many years
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Star Forge Adventures Here are sample adventure hooks to bring characters to the Star Forge or to give them missions to pursue there. A Star Is Reborn Thieves damaged the Giant runes stabilizing the
Elemental Fire Encounters tables (see chapter 3) into the surrounding area. Unless the runes are repaired, the star threatens to consume the region—or perhaps the whole world. Forging a Throne A dwarf smith
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a7
8. Gargoyle Lair When any door leading to the lair is opened, it frees the room’s occupant from temporal stasis. What appeared to be a statue an instant ago comes to life before your eyes. The
parchment with the following written on it in magical code (requiring comprehend languages to understand): “Look low and high for gold, to hear a tale untold. Take the archway at the end, and on your way you’ll wend.” Beneath the runes, the initial “A” is inscribed.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
College of Glamour The College of Glamour is the home of bards who mastered their craft in the vibrant realm of the Feywild or under the tutelage of someone who dwelled there. Tutored by satyrs
, eladrin, and other fey, these bards learn to use their magic to delight and captivate others. The bards of this college are regarded with a mixture of awe and fear. Their performances are the stuff of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
glowing white runes wink into existence, drifting about the room like snowflakes. This is the castle’s steering chamber. When no one is present, the castle is under the control of the spirit of Esclarotta
, who is bound to the fortress by powerful magic that cannot be dispelled. Touching one of the glowing runes issues a specific command to Esclarotta’s spirit. A character who understands Dwarvish or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
. Whether a rumor is true or false is left to your judgment. Shard Rumors d4 Rumor 1 The shard comes from the Abyss. The misery it causes feeds a dying, long-forgotten demon. 2 A sage who tried to
bathed their camp, and all but one bandit disappeared. 4 A knight tried to destroy the shard, but the shard’s curse petrified her.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
an antimagic field spell or similar effect. Dispel magic has no effect on a gate, but a wish spell can permanently destroy a gate or force it open for up to 1 hour. A gate cannot be damaged or
. Elder Runes on Gates When a gate opens, a random elder rune appears within its vertical plane. Draw a card from the Elder Runes Deck to determine which rune appears. Halaster usually has the rune
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
door to area 36c. Dwarvish runes are inscribed above each lever.
The pit is a trash compactor designed to flatten garbage into sheets that can be easily carted away and disposed of. The first lever
: The gate opens for 1 minute when a gemstone worth at least 100 gp is placed in the dragon’s mouth. This act causes the mouth to animate, chomp down on the gem, and destroy it. Characters must be 7th
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
48. Shagambi’s Tomb Each character who teleports into this tomb from area 47C appears atop a randomly determined teleportation rune (see “Teleportation Runes” below). Characters can also enter the
this area: Nervous Unkh suggests that her host leave the tomb at once using one of the teleportation runes, though she can’t decide which rune is best. Impulsive Wongo thinks it’s a good idea to shatter
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
glowing white runes wink into existence, drifting about the room like snowflakes.
This is the castle’s steering chamber. When no one is present, the castle is under the control of the spirit of
Esclarotta, who is bound to the fortress by powerful magic that cannot be dispelled. Touching one of the glowing runes issues a specific command to Esclarotta’s spirit. A character who understands Dwarvish or
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
locations such as the City of the Dead. Harper support comes in these ways: The Harpers make common and uncommon potions and scrolls available to the adventurers at a reduced or deferred cost
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
. She intends to wipe the land clean of their “filth,” thus restoring the “dream world” to its rightful state. Kayalithica’s stone giants strike forth from Deadstone Cleft to destroy the works of humans
grants immortality to its wearer, was last seen in the possession of a human adventurer (and former Harper) named Artus Cimber. Guided by magical runes of tracking, Storvald plans to find the ring and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
comes in. A high Intelligence benefits this character, as does proficiency in skills such as Insight and Investigation. Masterminds often come from backgrounds such as acolyte, noble, or sage, that
give them a broad range of knowledge to support their schemes. Bards, rogues, and wizards are often drawn to this role. Safecracker. The “breaking” part of “breaking and entering” is the Safecracker’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
stones form one of Halaster’s magic gates (see “Gates”). When a creature comes within 5 feet of the gate, rivulets of blood begin to seep from the rocky pores of the standing stones. The rules of this gate
Kestellharp”). The first creature to pass through the gate triggers an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”). A creature that passes through the gate appears in area 8b on level 12, in the closest unoccupied space next to the identical gate located there.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
The Horror of Defeat A victory for the Cult of the Dragon is a real possibility in this adventure, and would be catastrophic for Faerûn. With Tiamat ascendant, the age of mortals comes to an end and
the end of your campaign, however. The characters have lost a crucial battle, but they might survive to continue the war. Their new goal is to find a way to banish or destroy Tiamat for good, bringing peace to the world once more.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
order’s mission is to seek out and destroy evil before it gains a foothold. The surge of violence in Waterdeep spurs members of the order to find adventurers who can help return peace to the city. An
natives; others hail from distant settlements and have come to the city on temple business. Order of the Gauntlet support comes in these ways: If the adventurers require healing or other magic, a member
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Stone Giant Bags On a large scale, stone giants love elaborate murals and exquisite carvings. But when it comes to the trinkets in their bags, they favor trinkets that stimulate nonvisual senses
of a giant cave spider 9 A giant-sized, elegant silver chisel and hammer used for carving runes, worth 20 gp 10 Seven giant-sized knucklebones worth 50 gp total 11 A 2-foot-diameter moonstone pendant
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
bones of ancient, mysterious creatures festoon the ship. Potent runes crawl across these remains, emitting a sickly green radiance. When a humanoid dies aboard the ship, that creature must make a DC
days. Taskmaster’s Drums This 4-foot-tall bronze drum comes with a pair of iron mallets. A creature can activate the drums as an action, causing the hammers to float above the drum and strike it to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
The Horror of Defeat A victory for the Cult of the Dragon is a real possibility in this adventure, and would be catastrophic for Faerûn. With Tiamat ascendant, the age of mortals comes to an end and
the end of your campaign, however. The characters have lost a crucial battle, but they might survive to continue the war. Their new goal is to find a way to banish or destroy Tiamat for good, bringing peace to the world once more.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
only a matter of time before it falls to the demon queen’s will. Focused but fearful, the entity asks the adventurers to cut out and destroy the diseased part of its mind before it’s too late. The
characters are guided to the far side of the suspended fungus cluster inside the skull, where a dark mass is spreading. The first time any character comes within 20 feet of the dark mass, it erupts with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
the music. He represents the finished thought, the result of the process that takes an idea from conception to realization. Milil is most venerated by bards, troubadours, and other entertainers, but
hand (Deneir); rather, it stems from the fact that left-handedness is more often associated with great artistic ability and the belief that the greatest art comes from the acceptance of truth.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
them her most trusted friends. If the lich comes under attack or takes umbrage with visitors, the mimics are quick to reveal their true forms and fight alongside her.)
Animal-Headed People. Standing
otherwise avoid combat. Southeast Door This door has a stone wall behind it, inscribed upon which is an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”). Determine the rune randomly by drawing a card from the Elder Rune Deck