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College of Dance

Classes Player’s Handbook

Move in Harmony with the Cosmos Bards of the College of Dance know that the Words of Creation can’t be contained within speech or song; the words are uttered by the movements of celestial

bodies and flow through the motions of the smallest creatures. These Bards practice a way of being in harmony with the whirling cosmos that emphasizes agility, speed, and grace.

Goblin Psi Brawler

Monsters Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

Mental Burst. When the goblin dies, its pent-up mental energy explodes in a psychic blast. Each creature within 5 feet of it must succeed on a DC 13 Intelligence saving throw or take 5 (2d4

other Aberrations, which help them transform in return for their service as shock troops. Regardless, the result is the same: a goblin with unnatural and barely contained psychic power. Psionic goblins

Moonlight Guardian

Monsters Vecna: Eve of Ruin

":"Moonlight Slam", "rollDamageType":"radiant"} radiant damage. Moonlight Blast (Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6", "rollType":"recharge", "rollAction":"Moonlight Blast"}. The guardian unleashes a magical

blast of moonlight in a line 60 feet long and 5 feet wide. Each creature in that area must make a DC 14 Dexterity saving throw. Creatures that aren’t in their true form have disadvantage on the

Warlock of the Archfey Legacy

Monsters Volo's Guide to Monsters

spells: Cantrips (at will): dancing lights, eldritch blast, friends, mage hand, minor illusion, prestidigitation, vicious mockery 1st–5th level (3 5th-level slots): blink, charm person, dimension door

(Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). In response to taking damage, the warlock turns invisible and teleports up to 60 feet to an unoccupied space it can see. It remains invisible until the start of its next turn or until it attacks, makes a damage roll, or casts a spell.

Goblin Psi Commander

Monsters Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

Mental Burst. When the goblin dies, its pent-up mental energy explodes in a psychic blast. Each creature within 5 feet of it must succeed on a DC 13 Intelligence saving throw or take 10 (4d4

with other Aberrations, which help them transform in return for their service as shock troops. Regardless, the result is the same: a goblin with unnatural and barely contained psychic power. Psionic

Fractine

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 1: Spelljammer Creatures

":"force"} force damage.Mirrored Damage. In response to being damaged by a creature it can see within 120 feet of itself, the fractine forces that creature to make a DC 16 Constitution saving throw. On

. A fractine can also imprison a creature inside a demiplane contained within its two-dimensional form, the prisoner’s distorted reflection visible in the fractine’s glassy surface

Geryon

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

times. Currently, Levistus claims lordship over Stygia, but he has been trapped in an enormous block of ice at the command of Asmodeus. In response, Geryon is marshaling his followers, hoping to use this

following lair actions; he can’t take the same lair action two rounds in a row: Banish. Geryon casts the banishment spell. Chill Blast. Geryon causes a blast of cold to burst from the ground

Elder Brain

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

grapple ends. The elder brain can have up to four targets grappled at a time. Mind Blast (Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType":"recharge","rollAction":"Mind Blast"}. Creatures of the elder brain

’s choice within 60 feet of it must succeed on a DC 18 Intelligence saving throw or take 32 (5d10 + 5);{"diceNotation":"5d10+5","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Mind Blast","rollDamageType

Geryon (Variant)

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

innumerable times. Currently, Levistus claims lordship over Stygia, but he has been trapped in an enormous block of ice at the command of Asmodeus. In response, Geryon is marshaling his followers, hoping to

one of the following lair actions; he can’t take the same lair action two rounds in a row: Banish. Geryon casts the banishment spell. Chill Blast. Geryon causes a blast of cold to burst from the

Moonlight Guardian

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

Things. The mage wished for a retinue of bodyguards ideally suited to fighting lycanthropes and other shapeshifting creatures. In response, the Moon card spawned the first moonlight guardian. A

. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 8 (1d8 + 4) bludgeoning damage plus 4 (1d8) radiant damage. Moonlight Blast (Recharge 5–6). The guardian unleashes a magical blast of

Bard Subclasses

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

Harmony with the Cosmos Bards of the College of Dance know that the Words of Creation can’t be contained within speech or song; the words are uttered by the movements of celestial bodies and flow

Bard Subclasses A Bard subclass is a specialization that grants you features at certain Bard levels, as specified in the subclass. Bards form loose associations, which they call colleges, to preserve

Murgaxor Manifests

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

Murgaxor Manifests When Dean Tullus is defeated, Murgaxor’s orb flares with sickly green light and emits a blast of noxious wind. All creatures within 10 feet of the orb must succeed on a DC 16

beginning!” Why are you targeting us? “You’ve confounded my plots—now for the last time!” After some banter—or if the characters get a good insult in on him—Murgaxor shouts in frustration. In response, the image of Murgaxor vanishes and the orb cracks, releasing a threat from within.

Targets

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

area where the Weave has been torn. But surrounded by the Weave, a spellcaster can shape lightning to blast foes, transport hundreds of miles in the blink of an eye, or even reverse death itself. All

magic depends on the Weave, though different kinds of magic access it in a variety of ways. The spells of wizards, warlocks, sorcerers, and bards are commonly called arcane magic. These spells rely on

By Land

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

his prowess in battle. A dozen more bullywugs appear at the edge of the battlefield but do not approach. An equally aggressive response from the characters, verbally or through gestures, and a

of 325 pp and a helm of underwater action (see appendix B) in which the loose coins are contained. It can be easily discovered nearby after all the bullywugs are dealt with.

Geryon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse

lordship over Stygia, but he has been trapped in an enormous block of ice at the command of Asmodeus. In response, Geryon is marshaling his followers, hoping to use this opportunity to replace his hated

Blast. Geryon causes a blast of cold to burst from the ground at a point he can see within 120 feet of him. The cold fills a cube, 10 feet on each side, centered on that point. Each creature in that

Fractine

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume One: Spelljammer Creatures

damage as it passes through them. A fractine can also imprison a creature inside a demiplane contained within its two-dimensional form, the prisoner’s distorted reflection visible in the fractine’s

fractine (or where it died) as possible. A creature can leave the demiplane on its own by using magic that enables planar travel, such as the plane shift spell. Reactions Mirrored Damage. In response to

Meenlock

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

on saving throws against any effect that turns undead. Actions Chilling Grasp. Melee Spell Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 10 (3d6) cold damage. Mind Blast (Recharge 5–6). The

Spellcasting (Psionics) traits, as well as the Tentacles, Extract Brain, and Mind Blast action options (all described below). So long as a mind flayer lich feeds captured souls to its phylactery, it

On Board The Maverick

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

franchises as a sound investment decision, salvaging those franchises for parts and turning them into proper businesses. Nothing personal, of course. In response to talk of what brought the characters to

bandits with it — a pair of guards held back from previous encounters, and who are now the last survivors of the Six’s forces. In battle, Szorrulax uses Mind Blast on as many characters as possible

Mummy Lord

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

Each: Animate Dead, Harm, Insect Plague (level 7 version) Reactions Whirlwind of Sand. Trigger: The mummy is hit by an attack roll. Response: The mummy adds 2 to its AC against the attack

Strike. The mummy makes one Rotting Fist or Channel Negative Energy attack. The scroll contained a foul ritual to raise one of the children of Ankhtepot. I tried to burn it, but the flames refused

Blue Dragon Lairs

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

of the chamber sometimes ripples or swirls ominously, perhaps in response to unpredictable desert winds, the dragon’s magic, or some creature lurking beneath the sand. Hoard Display. Just off the

narrow light wells let in sunlight that bathes the room in dappled blue light. The ancient stone tiles on the floor contain lightning-charged traps to blast intruders. Dragon’s Den. The dragon sleeps

Elder Brain

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse

elder brain’s servants feed its brain to their master, which then absorbs the knowledge and experience contained therein. Mind flayers conceive of this oneness with the elder brain as a sacred state

Blast (Recharge 5–6). Creatures of the elder brain’s choice within 60 feet of it must succeed on a DC 18 Intelligence saving throw or take 32 (5d10 + 5) psychic damage and be stunned for 1 minute. A

Dimensional Caverns

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

Intelligence (Arcana) check made while investigating the tunnel confirms that it is wholly contained within a pocket dimension. Because the characters have been in possession of the orrery housing and some

in response to a snide comment, Raah might attack again for a round before calming down. Understanding Raah. A successful DC 14 Wisdom (Insight) check reveals that Raah is feeling emotionally wounded

Illithinoch Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

crystal, roll 1d20 on the Crystal Images table to determine the image contained within it. The three newer crystals are results 1, 2, and 3; if a character examines the newer crystals, use only those

, modify memory, plane shift (self only), wall of force Thundering Blast (Recharge 5–6). Oshundo emits a wave of domineering energy in a 60-foot cone. Each creature in that area must succeed on a DC 16

Delerium Chip

Equipment

and piercing damage from magical weapons. Vulnerable to bludgeoning damage from magical weapons. Unless contained within an antimagic field, delerium shatters and crumbles into worthless ash when

–58 A blast of raw contaminated energy explodes forth from the triggering creature in a 20-foot radius. All other creatures in the area must make a DC 15 Constitution saving throw. They suffer

Delerium Crystal

Equipment

slashing and piercing damage from magical weapons. Vulnerable to bludgeoning damage from magical weapons. Unless contained within an antimagic field, delerium shatters and crumbles into worthless ash

. 57–58 A blast of raw contaminated energy explodes forth from the triggering creature in a 20-foot radius. All other creatures in the area must make a DC 15 Constitution saving throw. They

Monsters F - M

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish

) piercing damage. Reactions Deflect Missile. In response to being hit by a ranged weapon attack, the adept deflects the missile. The damage it takes from the attack is reduced by 1d10 + 3. If the

touch, eldritch blast, mage hand 1st−3rd level (2 3rd-level slots): darkness, hex, hypnotic pattern, misty step, phantasmal force, unseen servant Actions Quarterstaff. Melee Weapon Attack: +2 to

Delerium Fragment

Equipment

slashing and piercing damage from magical weapons. Vulnerable to bludgeoning damage from magical weapons. Unless contained within an antimagic field, delerium shatters and crumbles into worthless ash

. 57–58 A blast of raw contaminated energy explodes forth from the triggering creature in a 20-foot radius. All other creatures in the area must make a DC 15 Constitution saving throw. They

Delerium Shard

Equipment

slashing and piercing damage from magical weapons. Vulnerable to bludgeoning damage from magical weapons. Unless contained within an antimagic field, delerium shatters and crumbles into worthless ash when

. 57–58 A blast of raw contaminated energy explodes forth from the triggering creature in a 20-foot radius. All other creatures in the area must make a DC 15 Constitution saving throw. They

Delerium Geode

Equipment

slashing and piercing damage from magical weapons. Vulnerable to bludgeoning damage from magical weapons. Unless contained within an antimagic field, delerium shatters and crumbles into worthless ash

. 57–58 A blast of raw contaminated energy explodes forth from the triggering creature in a 20-foot radius. All other creatures in the area must make a DC 15 Constitution saving throw. They

Delerium Massive Cluster

Equipment

well as slashing and piercing damage from magical weapons. Vulnerable to bludgeoning damage from magical weapons. Unless contained within an antimagic field, delerium shatters and crumbles into

choice. 57–58 A blast of raw contaminated energy explodes forth from the triggering creature in a 20-foot radius. All other creatures in the area must make a DC 15 Constitution saving

Headquarters Features

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

shoot skyward like a missile. Or a franchise’s headquarters might be contained within a giant statue, which over time gains the power to move farther and faster. A castle or other stationary structure

characters who choose this highly coveted feature for their headquarters, the DM can impose limitations on the ship’s attacks and make changes to its statistics.) Self-Contained Train. This mobile franchise

Tomb Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

important business with Valin, and she freely answers any questions put to her. Power of Disbelief. Alessia scoffs in response to a suggestion that Valin might be involved in improper activities or evil

) force damage. Crystal Dart. Ranged Weapon Attack: +10 to hit, range 120 ft., one target. Hit: 14 (2d8 + 5) force damage. Reactions Spell Deflection. In response to a spell attack missing the golem

Platinum Room Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel

present, roll on the House of Liars Defenses table each round at initiative count 0. House of Liars Defenses d4 Event 1 Mocking Winds. A blast of powerful wind that sounds like Shemeshka’s laughter

). Treasure. A character who searches the room finds curios worth 15,000 gp, a dagger of venom, a suit of demon armor, and an instrument of the bards (Anstruth harp), all designed with vulpine shapes

Area Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye

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

leader commands, “Now! Release your secrets unto me! Let the truths hidden in your soul come forth and become stronger!” As if in response, the cultists’ silhouettes warp into two lanky shadowy entities

Chromatic Dragons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

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

dragon’s favored treasures are the sentient creatures it bends to its will, including significant figures such as popular heroes, well-known sages, and renowned bards. Among material treasures, a green

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