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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
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
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
Charisma to work in the service of the state. These characters often come from a noble background and bring proficiency in skills such as Intimidation and Persuasion to their work. Bards are natural fits in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
Abyssal Throne Gate Opening either of these devices (in the central abbey or the tomb of the medusa) creates the effect of casting a gate spell. As per that spell, the characters might wish to name a
. A follow-up successful DC 15 Intelligence (Religion) check can then trigger ritual magic that reverses the flood of ooze and sends it back to the Slime Pits. However, if this check is failed by 5 or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
The Larger Truth As the characters prepare for their journey, a human in scholars’ garb approaches them. A character who succeeds on a DC 14 Intelligence (Religion) check recognizes the human as a
in all things. Ward then adds such evidence to their orders’ records and creates new verses of the Awakening Song. Personality Trait. “I listen for the words you dare not say.” Ideal. “I’ll know more
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Persuasion (or sometimes Intimidation) and Religion can be useful for this character. Many clerics fill this role, but devout bards can also be effective Teachers. Some Teachers bring skills from the
connection to the divine. This character might be the driving force behind the group’s quests, steering them according to divine will. Proficiency in skills such as Insight and Religion can help reflect
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
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WIS
18 (+4)
CHA
11 (+0)
Skills Arcana +11, History +11, Insight +7, Investigation +11, Medicine +10, Nature +11, Religion +11
Senses passive Perception 14
Languages Common
), reach 5 ft., one creature. Hit: 13 (3d8) lightning damage, and the target can’t take reactions until the start of its next turn.
Lightning Eruption. The sage creates an eruption of magical lightning
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Schemes d4 Scheme
1 Convinced that Heliod’s boundless ambition will destroy Theros, Klothys creates an artifact that will destroy the sun god once he claims it as his own. She needs mortal
convinced that mortals giving worship to the gods distorts their proper relationship to each other, and she sets out to abolish religion.
4 Now that she has left the Underworld, Klothys knows it’s only
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
skills. Bards and rogues make natural academic Financiers, as do those with the charlatan and noble backgrounds. Research Assistant. Whether their seeking to graduate, get published, or make their
sage background is an obvious choice for the Scholar, with acolyte and hermit also providing fine alternatives. Proficiency in skills such as Arcana, History, Investigation, Nature, and Religion often proves useful for this character.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
proficient in Investigation, enabling them to be adept at snooping and spying. They often seek aid from other Harpers, sympathetic bards and innkeepers, rangers, and the clergy of gods that are
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
, Perception +5, Religion +3
Senses passive Perception 15
Languages Common
Challenge 1/4 (50 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2
Labyrinthine Recall. The minotaur can perfectly recall any path it has traveled
)
CON
14 (+2)
INT
8 (−1)
WIS
16 (+3)
CHA
10 (+0)
Skills Deception +2, Perception +7, Religion +1
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 17
Languages Abyssal, Common
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
your world might worship a patron deity, performing secret missions in that deity’s name. To reflect this cultural detail, you could add Religion to the list of skills that a rogue character can choose
firmly in the world by associating the class with a particular race or culture. For example, you might decide that bards, sorcerers, warlocks, and wizards represent the magical traditions of four
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
: History, Religion Languages: Two of your choice Equipment: A bottle of black ink, an ink pen, a hammer, a hooded lantern, a tinderbox, a tome of history, a school uniform, and a pouch containing 15 gp
Lorehold. Bards thrive in Lorehold, and wizards (particularly those of the School of Divination) are numerous among its students. Clerics (often with the Knowledge or Light domains) are also quite common
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
also have access to a vast array of exotic woods and materials. You can also create a wand, but you’re starting from scratch and creating the tools you need. Essentially, when House Cannith creates magic
Religion, while a druid or ranger relies on Nature. You must have a minimum skill bonus—your proficiency bonus plus your ability score bonus—in order to develop a schema. You must maintain the minimum
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
(+3)
WIS
11 (+0)
CHA
10 (+0)
Saving Throws Dex +5, Int +5
Skills Arcana +5, History +5, Insight +2, Perception +2, Religion +5
Senses truesight 120 ft., passive Perception 12
Spectral Duplicate (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). The berbalang creates one spectral duplicate of itself in an unoccupied space it can see within 60 feet of it. While the duplicate exists, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
)
INT
19(+4)
WIS
20(+5)
CHA
20(+5)
Skills Perception +9, Insight +9, Religion +8
Damage Immunities poison
Condition Immunities poisoned
Senses blindsight 30 ft
day, using each of the following versions of the power once. One version permanently creates enough objects made of soft, plant-based material — including manufactured objects such as cloth, pillows
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
the pedestal creates an open doorway inside the arch that leads to area 11. The pedestal and archway are otherwise identical to those in area 11. Any character who examines the scales and succeeds on
his head. A character who succeeds on a DC 15 Intelligence (Religion) check recognizes the old man as a representation of Bahamut, the god of good dragons, in human form, and the seven canaries as his
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
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
for yuan-ti eggs. Broodguards are technically slaves, but because of their loyalty and the expense of the potion that creates them, they have slightly higher status than common slaves — meaning that a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
thousand years before. Under the direction of the most powerful priests, the ritual that creates a mummy can be increased in potency. The mummy lord that rises from such a ritual retains the memories
magic that once controlled a terrified populace, and the dark gods reward dead priest-kings’ prayers by imparting divine spells. Heart of the Mummy Lord. As part of the ritual that creates a mummy lord
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Eagletalon. A successful DC 10 Intelligence (Arcana or Religion) check made to study the carved pillars reveals that a pillar can be empowered with radiant energy if the name of the hero it represents is
trodden on, but the scene it shows is still recognizable. A successful DC 10 Intelligence (History or Religion) check allows a character to recognize the scene as showing Torm presenting the Helm of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
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DEX
16(+3)
CON
9(-1)
INT
17(+3)
WIS
11(+0)
CHA
10(+0)
Saving Throws Dex +5, Int +5
Skills Arcana +5, History +5, Insight +2, Perception +2, Religion +5
creates one spectral duplicate of itself in an unoccupied space it can see within 60 feet of it. While the duplicate exists, the berbalang is unconscious. A berbalang can have only one duplicate at a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
which statue is broken. The four sarcophagi also collapse if disturbed, though each creates difficult terrain only in its square. P2: Ghostly Hall The sound of splashing water echoes from the west end
the religion of Dumathoin. Getting In. Rivibiddel accessed a secret Underdark passage leading to the pool in area P5. He swam past that room’s treacherous inhabitants and was delighted to find the work
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
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CHA
10 (+0)
Skills Arcana +5, Religion +5
Senses passive Perception 10
Languages Abyssal, Common, Infernal
Challenge 1/2 (100 XP)
Actions
Skull Flail. Melee Weapon Attack: +2 to hit
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CHA
10 (+0)
Saving Throws Wis +3
Skills Arcana +5, Religion +5
Senses passive Perception 11
Languages Abyssal, Common, Infernal
Challenge 1 (200 XP)
Spellcasting. The skull lasher is a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
worshipers pay homage to the dark god in the hope of gaining reward in the new world he creates from the ashes of this one. Unless you prefer otherwise, no cultists are present here when the characters
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->Keys from the Golden Vault
(Religion) check realizes that it’s used by worshipers of Graz’zt to commune with the demon lord, who requires a blood sacrifice. As an action, a character can spill some of their own blood into the bowl and
duration of the spell). Once the glyph is triggered, the trunk is safe to open. Treasure. The trunk contains, among personal items and clothing of little value, the instrument of the bards (Canaith mandolin
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye
creature succeeds on a DC 16 Dexterity (Stealth) check. Shrine to Oghma. A character who examines the shrine and succeeds on a DC 10 Intelligence (Religion) check recognizes the image on the shrine as 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->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
, to try new things, to imagine what they desire and then pursue it, and to be kind to others. In return for this freedom from the usual requirements of religion, Corellon expects them to address
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
patriars, traveling nobles, famed bards, and socially ambitious Lower City residents hoping to rub shoulders with the elite. The inn is unfussy, but conducts its service with flawless technique and the
This vast workshop is the center of Gond’s religion in Baldur’s Gate. Every day, the anvils and worktables that fill the High House of Wonders ring with the clamor of hammer and saw. Under the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
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
(+2)
Skills Acrobatics +5, Intimidation +4, Religion +4
Senses passive Perception 10
Languages Auran, Common
Challenge 2 (450 XP)
Hold Breath. The priest can hold its breath for 30 minutes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
wall has Armor Class 17, 25 hit points, and immunity to poison and psychic damage. Destroying the wall creates an opening to area P54. Water of Athis. The water in this room is the water of Athis (see
knowledge unique to the people of Bakar. A character who inspects the statue and succeeds on a DC 15 Intelligence (Religion) check knows this god prizes secrets. Treasure. If a character tells the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
patriars, traveling nobles, famed bards, and socially ambitious Lower City residents hoping to rub shoulders with the elite. The inn is unfussy, but conducts its service with flawless technique and the
Hall High House of Wonders This vast workshop is the center of Gond’s religion in Baldur’s Gate. Every day, the anvils and worktables that fill the High House of Wonders ring with the clamor of hammer
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
magic, which creates one or more of the following effects: The land within 6 miles of the lair takes twice as long as normal to traverse, since the plants grow thick and twisted, and the swamps are thick
an avalanche as it attacks. Overlords and Minions. Blue dragons covet valuable and talented creatures whose service reinforces their sense of superiority. Bards, sages, artists, wizards, and assassins
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
a DC 15 Intelligence (Religion) check recognizes the copper medallion as a holy symbol of Beshaba. Known as the Lady of Misfortune, Beshaba is Tymora’s twin sister and archenemy. This character knows
might note that the undead minions Hoobur creates to harry the party don’t follow the standard rules by which a spellcaster character might create undead. Likewise, some of the creatures working for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
feel like a dangerous environment. The grate through which water flows into area D7 isn’t locked or trapped, but lifting it open creates a lot of noise unless someone makes a successful DC 15 Dexterity
contains a tattered book with a florid spiral design. A successful DC 15 Intelligence (Religion) check identifies this design as the symbol of Tharizdun. The book is handwritten in a combination of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
itself on a success. Regional Effects The region containing a legendary brass dragon’s lair is warped by the dragon’s magic, which creates one or more of the following effects: Tracks appear in the
20 (losing initiative ties), the dragon takes a lair action to cause one of the following effects: The dragon creates fog as though it had cast the fog cloud spell. The fog lasts until initiative
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
to the pillar must succeed on a DC 12 Dexterity saving throw or take 10 (3d6) bludgeoning damage. Lumalia, Deva Deva Statue. Anyone who succeeds on a DC 15 Intelligence (Religion) check recognizes the
creates feedback in the gate system, making it harder to find intruders in the dungeon, and the Doomvault’s alert level decreases by 1. White Gates. The corridor leading west has a white gate that