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Basic Rules (2014)
of song, speech, and the magic they contain. Bards say that the multiverse was spoken into existence, that the words of the gods gave it shape, and that echoes of these primordial Words of Creation
still resound throughout the cosmos. The music of bards is an attempt to snatch and harness those echoes, subtly woven into their spells and powers. The greatest strength of bards is their sheer
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Music and Magic In the worlds of D&D, words and music are not just vibrations of air, but vocalizations with power all their own. The bard is a master of song, speech, and the magic they contain
. Bards say that the multiverse was spoken into existence, that the words of the gods gave it shape, and that echoes of these primordial Words of Creation still resound throughout the cosmos. The music of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Music and Magic In the worlds of D&D, words and music are not just vibrations of air, but vocalizations with power all their own. The bard is a master of song, speech, and the magic they contain
. Bards say that the multiverse was spoken into existence, that the words of the gods gave it shape, and that echoes of these primordial Words of Creation still resound throughout the cosmos. The music of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
like these exist in your world. Wizards (and bards and druids) might be so rare that a player character learns from a single mentor and never meets another character of the same class, in which case
hierarchy, he is allowed to wear the red and green robes of a master. Of course, when he wears these robes, his occupation is easily identified by those who know of the cabal. This recognition could be a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
streets. He wears tattered robes and holds a skull-tipped staff, and his sunken eyes contain points of dead light. With each dream, the figure (Acererak) gets a little closer.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
yore, and they contain handwritten margin notes and graffiti from previous owners. The fresco on the east wall depicts a wizard’s tower floating above a city being pulverized by meteor swarms. The
visage, steel staffs, and robes made of articulated, overlapping metal plates. These “Halaster horrors” attack anyone not accompanied by the Mad Mage or by a creature that looks like him. These
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
28. Private Chapel The temple’s high priest resides in these small quarters, which contain a bed, personal effects, ceremonial robes, and religious instruments of office. A fireplace along the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
; for example, the “Orcs” section contains stat blocks for various kinds of orcs, including tanarukks (demonic orcs). Immediately following this chapter are two appendices that contain additional stat
chapter, the lore and maps in chapter 1 might inspire you. Similarly, the racial traits in chapter 2 can be applied to the stat blocks in appendix B to create such memorable NPCs as goliath champions, kenku master thieves, and tabaxi bards.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
in the crate’s sides. These devils burst forth and attack intruders on sight. The other crates in the middle of the cellar contain dried meat, loaves of bread, wheels of cheese, and other assorted
foodstuffs — enough to sustain the Vanthampurs and the cultists in the dungeon for a month. The crates by the south wall contain candles, oil flasks, incense, and rat traps. Six of the barrels contain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
back and observes, recording all that unfolds. Gilean is keeper of the Tobril, a book said to contain all the knowledge of the gods, though portions are sealed to all but Gilean. Some people believe
anything in return. Lunitari Lunitari, the god of neutral magic and illusions, is patron of the Mages of High Sorcery’s Order of the Red Robes and other neutral mages. With her cousins Solinari and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
the ruins. They do not manifest again if destroyed. Treasure The bookshelves contain magical treatises and notes on divination that have withstood the ravages of time. They detail the spellcasting
3 hours. Each of the goblets can be used to produce this effect once per seven days. The airtight chest holds seven silk robes kept free from rot, and worth 50 gp each if sold. The chest also holds an amethyst-set ring of resistance (poison) and two spell scrolls of protection from energy.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
the ruins. They do not manifest again if destroyed. Treasure The bookshelves contain magical treatises and notes on divination that have withstood the ravages of time. They detail the spellcasting
hours. Each of the goblets can be used to produce this effect once per seven days. The airtight chest holds seven silk robes kept free from rot, and worth 50 gp each if sold. The chest also holds an amethyst-set ring of resistance (poison) and two spell scrolls of protection from energy.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
filled with Janyans enraptured by the low-toned, hypnotic music of a group of bards. Xoese-Addae leads the characters to a private audience suite overlooking the quad, occupied by a single Janyan wearing
fine, billowing robes—this is Zisatta. Zisatta Zisatta The aloof Zisatta is a member of the High Court and commands Janya’s security forces, called the Billowing Patrol for their sable robes that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
modest, and Sangarians value fashionable dress. Men’s attire consists of baggy trousers, handwoven shoes, and robes or tunics secured with wide cloth belts. Women typically dress in layers, sporting
, though its ranks contain both tender-hearted civil servants and disciplinarians who relish chastising citizens for misdemeanors. Names Sangarian names are drawn from lineage, religion, and literature
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
audacity to come into this sacred place and desecrate it!”
Though they might not understand the intricacies of the concepts in the book, the Avowed know that the stolen pages contain instructions for
, fitted black clothing under white, flowing robes. A character who examines the bodies and succeeds on a DC 13 Intelligence (Investigation) check discovers a torn piece of white cloth clutched in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
remains reveals that he was killed by wounds from axes and crossbow bolts. Devlin’s ink-stained robes contain a journal that hints at the tomb’s mysteries (see “Devlin’s Journal” below). A search of the
-goat creature in robes sprawls ten feet to the north. It grips a staff tipped with a bronze goat’s head.
The curving corridor forms a perfect circle, imbued with magical gravity that keeps creatures
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
features.)
Braziers. Alcoves in the north wall contain two braziers fashioned from melted-down iron armor and weapons. Each is alight with burning coals that shed bright light in a 10-foot radius and
mounted on the north wall. The shield bears the symbol of a broken arrow with a jagged arrowhead. Standing before the altar are a pair of duergar (Aximus and Exekarus) in drab robes.
To prepare for their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
characters beyond the ledge. G6: Cult Barrack These cult quarters contain beds, a table, and several chairs. Tapestries on the walls depict evil creatures and obscene rituals. Four humans in hooded red
robes recline on the beds.
Torches in wall sconces fill this room with Bright Light. Four Cultists relax in these quarters for the Cult of Chaos. They are nonchalantly discussing the finer points of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
arcanaloth melts into a pool of ichor, leaving behind its robes and horn-rimmed spectacles (see “Treasure” below). Alcove The alcove in the southwest corner of the room is empty. If the magic at the
three spellbooks contain 1d6 spells each of 1st through 3rd level. The fourth and fifth spellbooks contain 1d4 spells each of 4th through 6th level. The sixth spellbook has a title (X the Mystic’s Arcane Grimoire) burned into its spine and contains 1d3 spells each of 7th through 9th level.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
color spray, haste, and spider climb. Fastened to his robes is an obsidian scarab engraved with the insignia of House Freth (25 gp) and a spider silk pouch containing two blue spinels (500 gp each). 18b
has prepared, plus arcane lock, gust of wind, and sleep. Fastened to his robes is a bone scroll tube that holds a spell scroll of telekinesis. 18d. South Tower This tower has a male drow mage named
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
M9) uses this chamber as a laboratory. Many of the books contain rare lore predating the Cataclysm. If a character spends 1 hour investigating the books here, they find references to a flying city
.
The robed figure is Demelin, high wizard of Onyari (detailed in the “Demelin” section). Members of the Mages of High Sorcery recognize her robes as those of the Order of Red Robes. Demelin has been
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Cynidicean’s robes contain a full waterskin and two days of rations. B49: Living Room Faded wall hangings, cracked sculptures, and frayed divans decorate this ornate living room. Two rusty iron statues
drawer with a successful DC 13 Dexterity (Sleight of Hand) check using thieves’ tools. It contains a Potion of Poison. The other drawers contain only aged writing supplies and boring municipal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
that it can no longer contain are expelled into unoccupied spaces around it. 10b. Flooded Room This laboratory, with a 20-foot-high ceiling, is completely filled with 24,000 cubic feet of salt water
the water is the putrid, rotting corpse of a human wizard in green and purple robes. This is what remains of Salamanth, one of Halaster’s more foolish apprentices. Treasure. A search of the room reveals
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
experiments.” Everything beyond that point is smudged and illegible. 7b. Ghoul Barrels Barrels. Twelve sealed wooden barrels covered in dust rest against the walls. Three are empty, three contain fist
, waiting to attack. This room contains the remains of a mining operation. Pickaxes and hammers litter the floor, as do the gnawed bones, torn black robes, and rubber boots of a female half-elf wizard
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
sarcophagi contain nothing but dust and bones. The spirits of several dead members of the Cassalanter family are bound to this crypt. They manifest as three dark, vaporous specters plus a ghost that looks
casks of wine used for cult celebrations. Each wardrobe contains five complete outfits of cult regalia sized for adult humans: red robes, devil masks, and wooden amulets shaped in the symbol of Asmodeus
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
currently enjoying.
Bath and Steam House Avowed and seekers alike use this building as a place to relax. Spacious rooms in the building contain heated pools for respite while engaging in casual
sigil of the library and credited to “The Avowed of Candlekeep.” These limited editions contain short essays, excerpts, and other writings relevant to a particular theme or subject, such as gardening
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
covered with glass vessels and books. Cabinets with glass doors line the walls, and they contain all manner of specimens. Just below the ceiling in the middle of the room, colorful globes circle each other
or some other frightening occurrence scares it off. If the characters don’t interact with it, the cat gives up and leaves for the kitchen. The top drawers of the dresser contain elegant, well-made
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
tapestry once hung there. Against the far wall stands a wooden cabinet with four tall doors. An empty wooden poor box rests on the seat of the chair. The desk drawers contain a few sheets of blank
year ago, his twenty-year-old son Doru and several other villagers stormed Castle Ravenloft in revolt, having been lured there by a wizard in black robes who came to Barovia from a faraway land (see
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
human mages) named Dyrax (male), Thazma (female), Yamoch (male), and Zagmira (female). Their red robes, shaved heads, and sallow complexions betray their allegiance to Thay. Eight mercenaries (LE male
holdover from a terrible ritual she performed to inhabit the body of her own granddaughter. All four mages carry spellbooks that contain all their prepared spells. Zagmira has seen the entrance to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
possible. Treasure. The chests are unlocked and contain personal effects. A thorough search turns up the following items: 100 sp, a dagger in a bone scabbard, a wooden mallet, a crude reed flute, and
stacked in wooden racks against the north wall. Three large wooden chests, all closed, line the east wall.
The unlocked chests contain the following weapons: 10 clubs 10 longswords 10 morningstars 7
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
small gold locket on a fine chain (50 gp); if the locket is opened, it is seen to contain a miniature portrait of a human girl and a lock of blonde hair, which floats away into the surrounding water A
contain a total of 300 gp and twenty leather harnesses with silver buckles (10 gp each). 28. Wave Shaper’s Quarters This room is adorned with a colorful mosaic of a sahuagin with a twisted body creating a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
ballroom’s stage is filled with set pieces, props, and costumes. Treasure. Among the many other instruments stored here is Quill’s instrument of the bards (Cli lyre), which is kept in an ornate wooden case
, silently watching.
The library is a replica of one of the Harper libraries that Quill frequented. The books contain well-known stories and plays, research on monsters, and information about the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
corpses. The jars on the tables contain various chemicals for preserving bodies. When the characters enter, two shadows rise from the floor and attack. Treasure. One of the jars is a flask of
they contain only chalk-white skeletons made of clay. Though the chests seem to brim with coins and gems, a character who inspects them and succeeds on a DC 12 Intelligence (Investigation) check learns
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
contain the clan’s history—four scrolls per case. The scrolls are in Dwarvish, the written language of giants. A character who can speak Dwarvish or Giant realizes that these writings tell the history of
ignores the characters. Treasure. The wardrobes contain clothes fit for a female cloud giant of noble status. In one of the wardrobes, the characters can find a pair of boots of the winterlands. They
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Adventure” section). The chests contain spare robes and various personal belongings but nothing of value. Secret Door. A secret door in the south wall leads to Auriga’s quarters (area B20). B20: Chief
characters enter, read or paraphrase the following text: A shriveled humanoid corpse in blue robes and a brass mask lies in the center of this stale-smelling room. The corpse’s stiff, wrinkled hand






