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College of Lore Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

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 everything they held

Reaction

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

seen. When your sorcerer’s powers appeared, how did the world around you respond? Were other people supportive, fearful, or somewhere in between? Reactions d6 Reaction 1 Your powers are seen as a

your powers are a curse levied on your family for a past transgression. 6 Your powers are believed to be tied to an ancient line of mad kings that supposedly ended in a bloody revolt over a century ago.

College of Lore

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

College of Lore

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

Vogler's Response

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

Vogler’s Response Allow the characters, in consultation with the village leaders, to determine how Vogler should respond to the mysterious army. Becklin, Cudgel, and Raven take the following

the room, she expects the worst, but she’s trying not to panic anyone. Cudgel Ironsmile. Cudgel feels responsible for everything at High Hill. She gives the village the complete support of the Ironclad

Oghma

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

had an established orthodoxy and a complete network of temples that adhered to that orthodoxy. Schisms during the Time of Troubles shattered that network, and now the structures that house the faith are individual temples or small networks of allied temples, much in the manner of other faiths.

Adventure Structure

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

, where Volo gives them a quest. It’s a straightforward rescue mission with a twist involving a case of mistaken identity. If the adventurers complete the quest, Volo rewards them with a valuable piece of

with some secondary villains, culminating in a bloody confrontation at a noble estate. In chapter 4, the characters race to find the gold. The encounters in this chapter and the order in which they

General Features

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

high unless otherwise noted. Darkness. All areas are cast in complete darkness unless otherwise noted. Echoes. Sound travels quickly here. All Wisdom (Perception) checks to hear sounds in these caves

appears real, the man is no more substantial than a phantom and does not respond to any interaction. 2 One party member (determined randomly) hears a stream of whispers. The character can’t make

Mortuary Encounters

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

Chapter 1: Welcome to the Realms

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

others. News and gossip are carried between population centers by caravans and ships that bring in supplies for trade and by traveling bards and minstrels who recount (or invent) stories to inform and

believe that any stalwarts willing to risk their lives on behalf of complete strangers should be lauded and rewarded. But such adventurers, if they become successful, amass wealth and personal status

History of Omu

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

past was lost, but its people endured. Such mercy did not last long. Fall of Omu Omu’s bloody trials drew the attention of Acererak, an archlich who wanders the cosmos in search of souls to harvest

slew all nine trickster gods. He then enslaved the Omuans and forced them to carve out a tomb for their defeated gods. When the tomb was complete, Acererak murdered the Omuans and sealed them in the

1: Outer Gatehouse

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

first arrive at a location or under a specific circumstance, as described in the text. The guards are Bartho and Gala. The characters must respond to the guards and say whether they mean well or

job intended for the party. The characters don’t have to complete a quest at a location to benefit from its services. Unless stated otherwise, the characters can decline a quest; they can always

The Vampire's History

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

The Vampire’s History In life, Strahd von Zarovich was a count, a prince, a soldier, and a conqueror. After the death of his father, King Barov, Strahd waged long, bloody wars against his family’s

his mother, to demonstrate his love for her. When it was complete, Strahd commanded his mother and brother to come to Barovia and stay with him. Sergei eventually took up residence at Ravenloft, but

Tips for Dungeon Masters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Borderlands Quest: Goblin Trouble

to speak to you, publicly or privately, if something in the game upsets them. Then respond appropriately. For instance, you can move past upsetting topics by quickly narrating a resolution to a scene

adventure is divided into “encounters,” which are like scenes from a movie or show. Each encounter has specific challenges. Once the players complete the challenges, move on to the next scene. The flow of

Halflings

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

Scholars, wizards, druids, and bards of other races have different ideas about how halflings escape peril, suggesting that by virtue of something in their nature, they occupy a special place in the

fundamental character, and if the halflings are convinced of a creature’s good intentions, they respond well. Halflings would welcome an orc with a good heart into their company and treat it as

Temple of Mystery

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

the temple’s challenges. The priests are particularly impressed with guests who can solve puzzles that the oracles themselves have yet to complete. At most temples of mystery, the most valuable

Temple of Mystery Villains table. Temple of Mystery Villains d6 Villain 1 A bored androsphinx asks visitors riddles with no correct answer, then tears them apart for fun when they respond

Helm's Hold

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

Spellplague, the faithful toiled on through terrible times to complete a grand central temple for the good of the community and the glory of their god. The kindly clergy of this temple, dubbed the

beneath the hold, bringing down the lowest vaults of the cathedral in its bloody ascension. As a result, the temple has dramatically increased guard patrols in the tunnels, perhaps as a prelude to

17. The Dark Seldarine

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

. Altar. A wrought iron altar has a bloody indentation of a right hand atop it. A nonmagical shortsword floats a foot above, its bloodstained blade pointed downward. Secret Door. A secret door hidden in

are complete, he tries to eliminate the characters, choosing a moment when they appear weakest to betray them. Sornnozz (see area 13) and Tazirahc are loyal to Xarann and follow his lead. Xarann is a

Rock Gnomes

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

artificer’s inventions might include items such as a lock box that opens with a verbal command or a series of gestures, a clockwork critter designed to respond to simple commands, or a common magic item (such

, complete with disintegrating eye rays A flock of exploding parrots Fail Often, Fail Happy. These inventors are delighted by every explosion, every melted mess, and every heap of smoking wreckage

Orrery Vault

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

the room, though they continue to respond to characters engaging them in conversation even during the fight. (If a character attempts to seize the component, see “The Missing Component,” below

master of clockwork, and has lots of style.” If the characters earn the clockwork dragons’ complete trust, they are allowed to reach for the orrery component where it floats within the light. But the

Cottage Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

Bavlorna’s cottage Dealing with Bavlorna. Before she’ll agree to help the characters in any way, Bavlorna demands that they complete the following three chores: Fix the Preservation Pool. Bavlorna’s

creature that was plugging the well, she considers this chore complete.) Find the Missing Book. Bavlorna’s Big Book of Bad Blood has gone missing. It contains copious notes on everyone who has wronged her

Path Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

the skeletons as they hiss accusations like “You fly on our backs” and “You soar on our bones.” However, the skeletons don’t understand or respond to anything the characters say. Grasping Claws. Until

character doesn’t speak to the dragon, the dragon’s bones manifest around the skull as a complete skeleton. Together, they animate as a lesser death dragon (see appendix B) and attack. M8: Wizard’s Workshop

Possible Visions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

alarmed by this, his efforts to complete the spell growing more crazed as he realizes he’s lost control. And then, madness! Rifts open in the web of energy around him. These cracks stretch and widen

monstrous, suggesting a hulking beast with a crown of horns. With your bloody glaive, you carve a swath through a forest of towering zurkhwood mushrooms that stands in your way. The tunnels beyond

Council Massacre

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

bloody bodies of Kalaman’s council members slump in high-backed chairs and across the room’s large table. At a position of honor opposite the door, Governor Calof Miat’s body is transfixed to his chair

Knightlund. Failed Redemption. The gods gave Soth the opportunity to redeem himself and prevent the Cataclysm, but he didn’t complete his quest, and the Cataclysm occurred. Tarnished Reputation. Soth’s

Adventure Types

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

Escape from captivity in the dungeon. 15 Clear a ruin so it can be rebuilt and reoccupied. 16 Discover why a villain is interested in the dungeon. 17 Win a bet or complete a rite of passage by

suggestions to help you shape the end of your adventure. Adventure Climax d12 Climax 1 The adventurers confront the main villain and a group of minions in a bloody battle to the finish. 2 The

Journey Locations

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

area J10) is 5 miles. The distance from the fleshy pit to Illithinoch is 2 miles. J1: Bloody Intersection A narrow side passage intersects the main tunnel, sloping downward to the south. A trail of blood

cloaker mutate’s identity is overcome by Thorgran’s psychic echoes until the end of its turn. The creature doesn’t move, attack, or respond to anything the characters say. It instead utters one of the

Temple of Tharizdun

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

-dead builder) is the only approach to the temple’s entrance. The skum lurking in the ship’s prow (area T3) keep an eye on the bridge and respond to any intruders. T2. Galley Pier The main deck of the

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

Fellow Prisoners

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

secretly believes he is the living incarnation of the derro god Diinkarazan — an avatar of murder offering bloody sacrifices to create a path of carnage through the Underdark for his people to follow

most useless to their immediate goals. The kuo-toa hermit is a complete pacifist. He doesn’t fight or cause harm to any other creature, even refusing to defend himself or others. He gladly accompanies

21. Azrok's Hold

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

the buildings are strewn with trash and filth. Harmless rats scurry around every corner. Banners. Hanging from several structures are tattered yellow banners bearing Azrok’s sigil, a bloody handprint

characters want to retrieve the ring to complete a quest (see “Search for Kressando Rosznar”), they’ll have to kill Azrok, charm him into relinquishing it, or steal it while he’s incapacitated. The

Annam and the Ordning

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

treasures, and the secrets of the earth. It is said he gave Surtur the secret of smelting, showed Thrym how to carve magic runes on weapons, and crafted spears for Hiatea so she could complete her tasks of

childhood accomplishments to bloody battles that ended only when their father or one of their siblings intervened. Other myths describe cunning Surtur leading his brother on dangerous adventures

Character Advancement

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

Character Advancement In this adventure, the characters can gain a level by exploring different regions. After the characters complete at least one encounter in all four regions, everyone in the

picture of the scene. Ask the Players, “What Do You Do?” If the players aren’t sure how to respond, suggest ways they could glean more information, like looking for tracks. Narrate the Results

Hobgoblins

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

. BLOODY BLUE NOSES Hobgoblins are sometimes born with bright red or blue noses. This attribute is thought to be a sign of potency and potential. Blue- and red-nosed hobgoblins receive preferential

honored dead are interred, each burial site complete with a description of the banner, rank, and glories of its occupant. The quarters for troops are austere but sufficient, as are the necessary

Locations on the Second Level

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6

a metallic object, coming from the other side of the opening. The hall outside this place is tinged a bloody red by the light emitted from the lava pool and the flaming gas jets that are found inside

). Various chains, bats, irons, whips, ropes, wires, and the like are strewn about the place. A table, two chairs, a stool, and a large barrel of ale complete the picture. Two fire giants, the King’s

Skytower Shelter Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

members who show great wisdom. The goliaths don’t ride the griffons; rather, they train them to hunt like falcons. The griffons are taught to respond to goliath whistles and never stray too far from their

century chronicle the souring of the friendship between the two goliath clans, with scenes showing warriors of Wyrmdoom Crag slaying griffons followed by bloody skirmishes between the goliath clans on

Cragmaw Castle Areas

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

and the Triboar Trail supply provisions for the castle. Old casks of salted meat and sacks of rotting grain fill this storage area. Among the supplies, you see a bloody suit of chain mail, a heavy

tower if any intruders appear, or to respond to an alarm raised by the goblin sentries. Treasure Mounted to the walls are five spears, four longswords, three morningstars, two greatswords, and a fine

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