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;Daggers, Musical Instrument of your choice, Entertainer's Pack, and 19 GP; or (B) 90 GP
Invoking magic through music, dance, and verse, Bards are expert at inspiring others, soothing hurts
, disheartening foes, and creating illusions. Bards believe the multiverse was spoken into existence and that remnants of its Words of Creation still resound and glimmer on every plane of existence. Bardic
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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
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and his companion, knocking the deadly blow aside. His companion, a half-elf in scale armor, swings two scimitars in a blinding whirl as she circles the ogre, looking for a blind spot in its defenses
opponent’s sword flares with blue light an instant before she sends lightning flashing forth to smite him.
All of these heroes are fighters, perhaps the most diverse class of characters in the
Monsters
Eberron: Rising from the Last War
(spell save DC 24). He can innately cast the following spells, requiring no material components:
At will: detect thoughts, dispel magic, spirit guardians
1/day each: banishing smite, blinding smite
, and Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma scores, as well as this action. His statistics and capabilities are otherwise replaced by those of the new form, except any class features or legendary actions
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
lifestyle between adventures.
Boros Guild Spells
Prerequisite: Spellcasting or Pact Magic class feature
For you, the spells on the Boros Guild Spells table are added to the spell list of your
spellcasting class. (If you are a multiclass character with multiple spell lists, these spells are added to all of them.)
Boros Guild Spells
Spell Level
Spells
Cantrip
fire bolt,
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
a scale color more akin to that of a chromatic or a metallic dragon. A kobold’s cry can express a range of emotion: anger, resolve, elation, fear, and more. Regardless of the emotion expressed
character’s class offers suggestions on which scores to increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20.
Languages
Your character
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
their fellows. Not surprisingly, those who follow Oghma oppose those who foster deceit, trickery, and ignorance. Folk of many professions favor the Binder: wizards, cartographers, artists, bards
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
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
university, but the students must travel to the dragon’s mountain lair for class.
Crystal Dragon Lairs
Crystal dragons seek out frigid, picturesque locations with clear views of the sky
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Bards Bards hold a special place of responsibility and respect in the Forgotten Realms. They are bearers of news, gossip, and messages in their travels from place to place, in addition to being
living storehouses of history and folklore. Bards know a great deal, and they tend to be willing to share what they know, or at least barter for it. The arrival of a renowned bard is a special occasion
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Dust Mephit Composed of earth and air, dust mephits are drawn to catacombs and find death morbidly fascinating. Dust Mephit
Small elemental, neutral evil
Armor Class 12
Hit Points 17 (5d6
is Charisma.
Actions
Claws. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one creature. Hit: 4 (1d4 + 2) slashing damage.
Blinding Breath (Recharge 6). The mephit exhales a 15-foot cone of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
an ideal: that truth gives life to artistry and beauty, and that those who embrace deceit should be censured and punished. Light is her domain. Alignment. Lawful good. Personality Trait. “No one dies
on my watch—unless they stand against what I hold dear.” Ideal. “Truth begets art and beauty, while deceit does nothing but tear the fabric of our souls.” Bond. “Evildoers beware! Valor’s Call is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Attack Rolls In combat, an attack roll is used to determine whether an attack hits. You can also use attack rolls to resolve noncombat activities that are similar to attacks in combat, such as an
archery contest or a game of darts. Assign an Armor Class to the target, decide whether the character is proficient with the weapon used, then have the player make an attack roll. (See also “Degrees of Success” in this chapter.)
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
in the Bard College class feature in the Player’s Handbook. The College of Fochlucan is naturally allied with the Harpers, although its master bards are careful to stress that its mission is separate
memorization and the study of ancient songs, sagas, and history. Most bards of New Olamn belong to the College of Lore, as described in the Bard College class feature in the Player’s Handbook. The Cliffride
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Moral Quandaries If you want to give the characters a crisis that no amount of spellcasting or swordplay can resolve, add a moral quandary to the adventure. A moral quandary is a problem of
success lies in deceit and subterfuge. A loyal cleric might be tempted to disobey the orders of his or her faith. If you present this quandary, be sure to provide an opportunity for a character to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
tormented gibbering that welcomes the monster’s next meal. Gibbering Mouther
Medium aberration, neutral
Armor Class 9
Hit Points 67 (9d8 + 27)
Speed 10 ft., swim 10 ft.
STR
10 (+0
gibbering mouther makes one bite attack and, if it can, uses its Blinding Spittle.
Bites. Melee Weapon Attack: +2 to hit, reach 5 ft., one creature. Hit: 17 (5d6) piercing damage. If the target is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
!
Mastermind Features Rogue Level Feature 3rd Master of Intrigue, Master of Tactics 9th Insightful Manipulator 13th Misdirection 17th Soul of Deceit Master of Intrigue When you choose this
of the following characteristics of your choice: Intelligence score Wisdom score Charisma score Class levels (if any) At the DM’s option, you might also realize you know a piece of the creature’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
wall.
The cook, Lorga, prepares bland mushroom stew. Despite his blinding cataracts, he knows his way around the kitchen and the adjoining pantry. If he hears one or more characters enter, he
resolve!” A lesser restoration spell or similar magic restores Lorga’s sight. He offers no thanks to whoever rids him of the disability. As dour and pessimistic as any other duergar, he quickly finds
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
College of Lore Bards of the College of Lore know something about most things, collecting bits of knowledge from sources as diverse as scholarly tomes and peasant tales. Whether singing folk ballads
in taverns or elaborate compositions in royal courts, these bards use their gifts to hold audiences spellbound. When the applause dies down, the audience members might find themselves questioning
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
College of Lore Bards of the College of Lore know something about most things, collecting bits of knowledge from sources as diverse as scholarly tomes and peasant tales. Whether singing folk ballads
in taverns or elaborate compositions in royal courts, these bards use their gifts to hold audiences spellbound. When the applause dies down, the audience members might find themselves questioning
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
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
Modifying a Class The classes in the Player’s Handbook capture a wide range of character archetypes, but your campaign world might have need of something more. The following section discusses ways to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
spread fear, suspicion, and deceit better than doppelgangers. Found in every land and culture, they can take on the guise of any individual of any race. Doppelganger
Medium monstrosity
(shapechanger), neutral
Armor Class 14
Hit Points 52 (8d8 + 16)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
11(+0)
DEX
18(+4)
CON
14(+2)
INT
11(+0)
WIS
12(+1)
CHA
14(+2)
Skills
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
Blackguard Blackguard
Medium humanoid (any race), any non-good alignment
Armor Class 18 (plate)
Hit Points 153 (18d8 + 72)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
18(+4)
DEX
11(+0)
CON
18(+4
the following paladin spells prepared:
1st level (4 slots): command, protection from evil and good, thunderous smite
2nd level (3 slots): branding smite, find steed
3rd level (2 slots): blinding
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
and his companion, knocking the deadly blow aside. His companion, a half-elf in scale armor, swings two scimitars in a blinding whirl as she circles the ogre, looking for a blind spot in its defenses
sword flares with blue light an instant before she sends lightning flashing forth to smite him. All of these heroes are fighters, perhaps the most diverse class of characters in the worlds of Dungeons
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
and his companion, knocking the deadly blow aside. His companion, a half-elf in scale armor, swings two scimitars in a blinding whirl as she circles the ogre, looking for a blind spot in its defenses
sword flares with blue light an instant before she sends lightning flashing forth to smite him. All of these heroes are fighters, perhaps the most diverse class of characters in the worlds of Dungeons
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
appropriate, reflecting their love of intrigue. Classes that specialize in melee combat are rare among the Zil. The soldiers of Zilargo include rogues, bards, wizards, and artificers. The Trust. In
agent or acquire a particular object from their base. While the spy background is a logical choice for a Trust agent, the agency recruits characters of every class and background. Your class abilities reflect specialized training and granted abilities—the magical equivalent of spy gadgets!
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->Monsters of the Multiverse
), Typically Lawful Evil
Armor Class 21 (natural armor)
Hit Points 202 (27d8 + 81)
Speed 30 ft., fly 40 ft.
STR
11 (+0)
DEX
13 (+1)
CON
16 (+3)
INT
20 (+5
magical effects.
Actions
Multiattack. The amnizu uses Blinding Rot or Forgetfulness, if available. It also makes two Taskmaster Whip attacks.
Taskmaster Whip. Melee Weapon Attack: +11 to hit
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Interacting with Objects A character's interaction with objects in an environment is often simple to resolve in the game. The player tells the DM that his or her character is doing something, such as
to poison and psychic damage, but otherwise they can be affected by physical and magical attacks much like creatures can. The DM determines an object's Armor Class and hit points, and might decide that
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
, a few class options suggest the existence of magic-using organizations in the world — bardic colleges and druid circles — which are up to you to flesh out. You could decide that no formal structures
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
College of Whispers Most folk are happy to welcome a bard into their midst. Bards of the College of Whispers use this to their advantage. They appear to be like other bards, sharing news, singing
songs, and telling tales to the audiences they gather. In truth, the College of Whispers teaches its students that they are wolves among sheep. These bards use their knowledge and magic to uncover
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Interacting with Objects A character's interaction with objects in an environment is often simple to resolve in the game. The player tells the DM that his or her character is doing something, such as
to poison and psychic damage, but otherwise they can be affected by physical and magical attacks much like creatures can. The DM determines an object's Armor Class and hit points, and might decide that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
advantage of this moment of uncertainty, making a Charisma (Persuasion) check with advantage to sway Zariel from the path of evil. Resolve a successful check as noted in “Redeeming Zariel” earlier in
their offer and produces a contract stating that she will release the city in exchange for the sword, delivered without any complications or deceit. Lulu rankles at the idea of the characters forging any
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy
front of the ship also acts as a devastating ram. Provide the players with that handout for easy reference. Hammerhead Ship Summary Armor Class 15 (wood) Cargo: 30 tons Hit Points: 400 Crew: 15
appendix B. The ship is equipped with two ballista and a mangonel, each on a rotating mount. The tentacles at the ship’s bow also act as a piercing ram. Squid Ship Summary Armor Class 15 (wood) Cargo
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Bard Bards are gifted poets, storytellers, and entertainers who travel far and wide, commonly found performing in taverns or in the company of jolly bands of adventurers, rough-and-tumble mercenaries
, or wealthy patrons. Bard
Medium humanoid (any race), any alignment
Armor Class 15 (chain shirt)
Hit Points 44 (8d8 + 8)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
11(+0)
DEX
14(+2)
CON
12(+1
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Bard Bards are gifted poets, storytellers, and entertainers who travel far and wide, but are commonly found in taverns or in the company of jolly bands of adventurers, rough-and-tumble mercenaries
, and wealthy patrons. Bard
Medium humanoid (any race), any alignment
Armor Class 15 (chain shirt)
Hit Points 44 (8d8 + 8)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
11 (+0)
DEX
14 (+2)
CON
12 (+1