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Dungeon Master’s Guide
Fates card can end this curse.
Fates. Reality’s fabric unravels and spins anew, allowing you to avoid or erase one event as if it never happened. You can use the card’s magic as soon as
, which must be cleared out before you can claim the keep as yours.
Void. Your soul is drawn from your body and contained in an object in a place of the DM’s choice. One or more powerful beings
Monsters
Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
damage.Skeletal knights are powerful Undead that arise to serve even more wicked beings—often death knight;death knights. Those who become skeletal knights were typically virtuous in life but betrayed
free to pursue its own ends.
Skeletal knights are relentless in battle and difficult to destroy. They cling to the sins that curse them, and they fight until their skulls are reduced to shards. Their
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
. To hasten their pace and teach them to mind her will, the queen shrank their stature and sped up their internal clocks. The queen’s curse gave the quicklings their amazing speed but also
squeal. Only when a quickling deliberately slows down, which it prefers not to do, can other beings properly see, hear, and comprehend it. Never truly at rest, a “stationary” quickling
Sorcerer
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master it, or revel in its unpredictable nature? Is it a blessing or a curse? Did you seek it out, or did it find you? Did you have the option to refuse it, and do you wish you had? What do you intend
;ll choose an origin that ties to a draconic bloodline or the influence of wild magic, but the exact source of your power is up to you to decide. Is it a family curse, passed down to you from distant
Monsters
The Book of Many Things
with advantage.Sometimes deeply devout people, usually either Humanoids or medusas, dedicate themselves to a cause and are transformed by a deity or magic into hierophant medusas—beings with
Deck of Many Things
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-like visage curses you. You take a −2 penalty on saving throws while cursed in this way. Only a god or the magic of The Fates card can end this curse.
The Fates. Reality's fabric unravels and
apply it.
The Void. This black card spells disaster. Your soul is drawn from your body and contained in an object in a place of the GM's choice. One or more powerful beings guard the place. While your
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Inscrutable Like a sphinx, you have a mind like a maze, impenetrable to mortal scrutiny. This might be a gift or training from an actual sphinx, the blessing (or curse) of a god, or an inexplicable
disadvantage. Inscrutable Characteristics d6 Characteristic
1 I was educated by a sphinx in the Dakra Isles.
2 I am a devout adherent to one of Meletis’s schools of philosophy (detailed in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
time. Should their resting places be violated, these beings, known as mummies, reanimate their deteriorating bodies to restore the sanctity of their tombs and punish those who disturbed their rest
hearts. Those who escape a mummy’s grasp might find themselves subject to a terrible curse. Victims of a mummy’s curse gradually wither, their bodies rotting away until they’re reduced to dust. This
Paladin
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sacred glade before nature spirits and fey beings, or in a moment of desperation and grief with the dead as the only witness, a paladin’s oath is a powerful bond. It is a source of power that
turns a devout warrior into a blessed champion.
The Cause of Righteousness
A paladin swears to uphold justice and righteousness, to stand with the good things of the world against the encroaching
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
glade before nature spirits and fey beings, or in a moment of desperation and grief with the dead as the only witness, a paladin’s oath is a powerful bond. It is a source of power that turns a devout warrior into a blessed champion.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
glade before nature spirits and fey beings, or in a moment of desperation and grief with the dead as the only witness, a paladin’s oath is a powerful bond. It is a source of power that turns a devout warrior into a blessed champion.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
danger around every corner. 7 I refuse to become a victim, and I will not allow others to be victimized. 8 I put no trust in divine beings. Ideals d6 Ideal 1 I try to help those in need, no matter
life to the fullest, knowing that tomorrow I might die. 4 I live for the thrill of the hunt. 5 I don’t talk about the thing that torments me. I’d rather not burden others with my curse. 6 I expect
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
blessing or a curse? Did you seek it out, or did it find you? Did you have the option to refuse it, and do you wish you had? What do you intend to do with it? Perhaps you feel like you’ve been given
or the influence of wild magic, but the exact source of your power is up to you to decide. Is it a family curse, passed down to you from distant ancestors? Or did some extraordinary event leave you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Rudolph van Richten A scholar and monster hunter, Rudolph van Richten has traveled to dozens of Domains of Dread in the Shadowfell (see chapter 6), investigating reports of monstrous beings and
a wicked vampire. In the process of hunting the vampire, Rudolph came under a terrible curse: “Live you always among monsters, and see everyone you love die beneath their claws.” In the decades since
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath
4. The Dying Second While the incredibly devout Gadrille the Reef-Reaver leads the group of cultists at the caves, Fheralai Stormsworn assigned a second-in-command to assist her — with special
bodyguards (thugs), numbering one per character, including sidekicks, stay with the drow no matter where he goes. And right now, he isn’t going very far, because he is suffering from a curse. Sovendahl’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
off several attempts to wrest Hiatea’s Hearth away. In studying the hall’s history, the efreeti realized the truth of the hall’s curse. She is desperate to escape her fate and offers a handsome reward
Necropolis Encounters table (see chapter 3), refuse to rest in peace. Head to Head to Head Two rival factions of giant kin vie to claim the throne. An ettin and a fensir skirmisher (see chapter 6
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
a member of the Student-Mages of Faith. He enjoys helping his fellow students celebrate their high holidays and discussing theology and spirituality. For him, the natural world and all living beings
Boon: Melwythorne’s spirituality centers you. You can calm even the most frazzled of your peers and, if necessary, extract information as needed.
Bond Bane: Members of the silkball club and the Student-Mages of Faith refuse to acknowledge your presence.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Lizardfolk Subchief The lizardfolk subchief (seen in Danger at Dunwater) is a devout priest of Semuanya, pursuing the worship of its god in a manner similar to a cleric. It wields a dagger crafted of
slots): bestow curse, dispel magic
Actions
Tooth Dagger. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 4 (1d4 + 2) piercing damage.
Jaws of Semuanya (Recharge 5–6). The subchief
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Sahuagin High Priestess A sahuagin high priestess is the most devout and ferocious of all Sekolah’s worshipers. Armed with a staff studded with jagged shark’s teeth, she can be seen leading dark
): hold person, spiritual weapon (trident)
3rd level (3 slots): bestow curse, fear, mass healing word, tongues
4th level (1 slots): banishment
Actions
Multiattack. The high priestess makes two
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Rudolph van Richten A scholar and monster hunter, Rudolph van Richten has traveled to dozens of domains, investigating reports of monstrous beings and documenting them in a series of published guides
their criminal operation, and brought Irena to justice, but not before suffering her curse: “Live you always among monsters, and see everyone you love die beneath their claws.” In the weeks that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Worshiping Phenax Every lie is an homage to Phenax. Because his most devout followers are criminals and gamblers, his influence is keenly felt in gambling halls and dens of thieves. But everyone has
thrown into deep crags or buried at crossroads. Such sacrifices often vanish soon after, claimed by the god or his servants. Devout criminals often offer Phenax stolen goods as part of their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
’ magical heritage also expresses itself in other ways; those who become bards preserve the clan’s lore, and firbolg sorcerers defend their communities. Firbolg wizards arise when a clan becomes
enforcers of that god’s will.
Firbolg warlocks are rare, but some clans forge alliances and arcane pacts with powerful fey beings.
Firbolg monks are almost entirely unheard of, though a monastery might take in the young survivors of a devastated firbolg clan.
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
Build Your Group Religious orders attract people from all walks of life. It can be fun to play against type—to make a devout character with the criminal or charlatan background, for example
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Sphinx of Secrets Hazem Ameen Sphinxes of secrets are commonly associated with a site of great magic or learning. These immortal beings often outlive such locations, though, and might protect a
sphinx makes three Claw attacks. It can replace one attack with a use of Curse of the Riddle.
Claw. Melee Attack Roll: +7, reach 5 ft. Hit: 13 (2d8 + 4) Slashing damage plus 7 (2d6) Radiant damage
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
, regardless of their true heritage, and changed them into creatures that resembled their supposed progenitor. The other folk of Faerûn, unnerved by the appearance of these devil-beings, became
out of infernal politics. Since the ritual that spread the curse of Asmodeus a century ago, tieflings have been born on Faerûn that belong to other infernal bloodlines, but those that bear the mark of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
might also be worlds unto themselves, where unlikely beings hold dominion or the gods have crafted a realm to their specific whims. Such mystical islands aren’t just stops on an ocean journey; they’re
in complete control.
Upon one of the Dakra Isles, trespassers learn the truth behind the storied Curse of the Swine
(JAMES RYMAN) Island Inhabitants Any sort of people, from isolated societies
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
Type A creature’s type speaks to its fundamental nature. The following types of monsters can be encountered in this adventure. Aberrations. Utterly alien beings that have no place in the natural
creatures brought to a horrifying state of undeath through the practice of necromantic magic or some unholy curse.
Tags A creature might have one or more tags appended to its type, in parentheses
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
each settlement. There’s an old windmill on the road between the village of Barovia and the town of Vallaki. It should be avoided at all costs! (The Vistani refuse to say more.) It is wise to stick to
another Vistana. It is the burden of the Vistani’s great gift that their own fates can’t be divined. Vistani curses are potent, but they are invoked with great caution. Vistani know that to curse one
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
art, and small sacrifices. The most devout, called Mother’s Minders, each undertake a ritual in which they pluck out their left eye, gifting its sight to Mother. Lorinda can see through her followers
swift revenge against their sister. Lorinda’s Children. Lorinda pushes the limits of her foul magic to turn sticks and carcasses into her own children. She loves these monstrous beings, naming them all
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
interesting stories can emerge if you decide to refuse an assignment. Even a patron that isn’t heavy-handed can significantly motivate your group. Maybe you’ll seek adventures based on what pleases your
you assignments or reward you for achieving certain objectives, but it doesn’t dictate your activities. Adventurers’ guilds, heads of state, immortal beings, inquisitive agencies, religious orders
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Gods of the Yuan-ti The detached, intellectual nature of the yuan-ti doesn’t lend itself to fervent or devout worship in the manner that others revere their deities. Nonetheless, they acknowledge a
primary deities discussed below, the yuan-ti worship over a dozen other “serpent gods” — lesser beings such as animal spirits, ascended heroes, divine servants of more powerful gods, and demon lords
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Sunstar’s Traits Ideal. “Vampirism is a curse that must be eradicated—from myself most of all.” Bond. “I will suffer nobly, enduring my curse so I can bring about an end to history’s greatest scourge
.” Flaw. “My insights and pain carry more weight than those of younger, more naive beings.” Adventures with Jander Sunstar Jander Sunstar is a vampire and one of Ravenloft’s foremost experts on vampirism
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->Adventure Atlas: The Mortuary
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
characters interrupt or otherwise ruin the tune, 1d4 irascible specters emerge from the walls and attack, causing the bards to flee. 10 Three skeleton farmers quietly tend to corpse-white grave
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
of such a bargain reflects the agenda of the being or beings offering the bargain, be it the Dark Powers, a Darklord, or a more mysterious force. The particulars of the Dark Gift and how it will
a Dark Gift or some other peril as a result. A character breaks a vow or suffers a curse (see chapter 4), gaining a Dark Gift as a result. A character touches a mysterious amber sarcophagus, and a force within entreats them to accept its influence in the form of a Dark Gift.