bards both death compels rages

Fensir Devourer

Monsters Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

Death Curse. When the fensir starts its turn with 0 hit points and doesn’t regenerate, it releases a curse on those around it. Each creature within 30 feet of the fensir when it dies must

, the creature must succeed on a DC 13 Charisma saving throw or take 11 (2d10);{"diceNotation":"2d10", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Death Curse", "rollDamageType":"psychic"} psychic damage

Screaming Devilkin

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

denizens of the Feywild. Sages believe that their appearance derives from the primal fear inspired by fiendish creatures, while bards assert that panic, being such a repulsive emotion, is embodied by an

injured and shorn of all hope. The devilkin steal treasures, weapons, and supplies, dooming an expedition to a slow death. The devilkin fly near their victims, taunting them with the items they stole

Storm Giant Quintessent

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

end of their natural life spans seek an escape from death. They plumb the depths of their powerful connection to the elements and disperse themselves into nature, transforming into semiconscious storms

. The blizzard that rages unendingly around a mountain peak, the vortex that swirls around a remote island, or the thunderstorm that howls ceaselessly up and down a rugged coastline could, in fact, be

Risibilos

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

thoroughly humorless that he forbade his subjects the privilege of laughter, upon pain of death. He is now cursed to entertain others, a task he is utterly unqualified for. Fortunately, the Mists

sitting upon the throne of Castle Ravenloft is a mere impostor. It rages at the audience and makes audacious promises to any who will help it regain its station. This is hilarious to anyone with the slightest inkling of who Strahd is, and their peals of laughter are agony to Doerdon’s ears.

Olanthius Returns

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

Olanthius Returns If the characters desecrate any of the tombs or disturb the journals in area C7, Olanthius the death knight returns to the crypt on a chariot pulled by two gorgons. Olanthius is

outside. As Olanthius moves through the catacombs, he compels any ghosts he encounters to fight at his side. Any ghosts that the characters summoned from the urns in the funerary chambers (area C2

Legends of Dayawlongon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

poetry and song. This is why every community has one or more binukots, bards who serve as living repositories of art, culture, custom, and law. The death of a binukot can result in the loss of

Event 1: River's Edge

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

gnats, and a battle rages fiercely beneath it. Thousands of fiends clash in Elturel’s shadow. And at their center stands a being wreathed in flame, striking down demons with tireless fury. Lulu

is cut down and dissolves to ichor that flows into the Styx. The devils attack at range with Hurl Flame attacks. Each devil has 125 hit points remaining and fights to the death. Between this event and

Banshee

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

torment influences its behavior. Banshee Sorrows 1d6 Torment Compels the Banshee To... 1 Appear prior to a family member’s death. 2 Haunt the site where it was executed. 3 Lament

Banshee Wailing Harbinger of Death Habitat: Any; Treasure: Relics Heralds of doom and plagues on the living, banshees are spirits obsessed by unresolved bitterness or sorrow. These storied phantoms

27. Mark of Death

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

geas spell cast by Halaster compels Zorak to hunt down and destroy the creature bearing the death mark, singling out that target above all others. Zorak knows the exact location of the marked creature

27. Mark of Death Halaster captured a dwarf vampire named Zorak Lightdrinker and magically bound him here. Open Pit. A 20-foot-long, 40-foot-deep pit spans the width of the corridor. Blood stains the

Chimera

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

a great hoard. Its leonine nature compels it to hunt and kill powerful creatures that threaten its territory. Its goat head grants it a vicious, stubborn streak that compels it to fight to the death

Eldeen Characters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

fey creatures. Bards and archfey warlocks are often found among the Greensingers, and the Circles of Dreams works well for Greensinger druids. The Gatekeepers protect the natural world from unnatural

to release bound elementals. Barbarians are often found among the Ashbound, and Berserker and Storm Herald are logical paths. The Children of Winter believe that death is a natural part of life. This

Ghoul

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

Ghoul Devourers of Flesh. Like maggots or carrion beetles, ghouls thrive in places rank with decay and death. A ghoul haunts a place where it can gorge on dead flesh and decomposing organs. When it

compels them to consume. A ghoul’s undead flesh never rots, and this monster can persist in a crypt or tomb for untold ages without feeding. Abyssal Origins. Ghouls trace their origins to the Abyss

6. Teleportation Statues

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

female drow wearing a gown of spiders and holding a scourge. Her spirit rages in reaction to the death of her beloved. Her dialogue is curt and hateful. 6b. Dran’l’s Statue The statue of Dran’l

Hull Upgrades

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

Hull Upgrades Any ship with a hull can gain one of the following upgrades. In some cases, an upgrade also provides a benefit to the ship’s other components. Churning Hull A tempest rages within these

into the water around it. The water within 210 feet of the ship is difficult terrain for everything other than this ship. Death Vessel Crafted with materials harvested from the Shadowfell, this upgrade

Mortuary Encounters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Adventure Atlas: The Mortuary

lead them to a deadly location in the Mortuary, such as a crematorium. 3 A poshly dressed Duster wight asks the characters to help them write a eulogy that’s due in 10 minutes. 4 A friendly death dog

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

Meetings with Sarusanda

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

Meetings with Sarusanda The characters occasionally reunite with Sarusanda as they explore Death House. Each time you roll this result on the Death House Encounters table, run one of the following

Death House. Séance Robson Michel Sarusanda interrogates a deceased cult member to learn more about the activities in Death House Pungent sticks of incense burn around this room’s perimeter. Sarusanda

Khoravar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

communication and cooperation between members of different cultures or species. Khoravar who follow this philosophy often become bards, diplomats, mediators, or translators. Others are fascinated by their

You’re part of a tiny Khoravar community in Karrnath that’s fascinated with death and the practices of your Aereni ancestors, transforming your unity meals into grim celebrations of death. 8 You’re part

Build Your Group

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

forcefully pulled from this work and thrust into life-or-death situations, with or without help from more hardened adventurers. The knowledge and experience of a Civil Servant can often be useful, with

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

Mortals and Minions

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

are destroyed forever, ready access to supplies and support from the Nine Hells tilts the tide heavily against invading demons. Also, the prospect of a permanent death compels the devils fighting on

they drink from the River Styx or swim for too long in its waters. Cosmic Battlefield The Blood War rages along the length of the River Styx. Direct confrontations between demons and devils erupt

Guilds and Groups

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

proximity to the City of the Dead, the district of Deathsgate prides itself on being a haven for those who challenge death on a daily basis. The guild’s founder, Kassh “Blackaxe” Droranath, doesn’t care

city of Sharn, which is both the cultural heart of Breland and a nexus for intrigue and diplomacy. Bards have much to gain from the company of other bards, as they exchange news, stories, and songs

Oath of the Crown

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

issue a challenge that compels other creatures to do battle with you. Each creature of your choice that you can see within 30 feet of you must make a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, a creature

advantage on death saving throws while within 30 feet of you. You have advantage on Wisdom saving throws, as do your allies within 30 feet of you. This effect ends early if you are incapacitated or die. Once you use this feature, you can’t use it again until you finish a long rest.

Bard

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

completely reasonable and plausible explanation. Singing songs and strumming lutes might be fine for most bards. Who doesn’t like a rousing shanty now and then? But standing in a crowded tavern playing for

copper pieces tossed by commoners isn’t for everyone — and it certainly isn’t for bards in the Acq Inc world. The power and magic tied up in the voice of a franchise bard is meant for greater things

Goblinoids

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

the ruler of Darguun, and many fear that his death could throw the region into chaos. Among the Ghaal’dar, you hold your place through cunning and strength. As a Ghaal’dar goblinoid, you may have been

Dhakaani. The Heirs of Dhakaan are an agnostic society and don’t have clerics, paladins, or druids. Their focus is on martial excellence, and their spiritual leaders are bards, who inspire their warriors

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

Adventure Background

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

. So gifted a musician was he that an admiring wizard gave Frody an instrument of the bards—a famous Canaith mandolin called Golden Axe. The mandolin’s magic served Frody well during his many

Sythian Skalderang, who lived many miles away, learned of the famous bard’s untimely death. Sythian had inherited his parents’ estate and debts, but a mysterious poison killed off the family’s olive orchard

Rumors and Legends

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

Rumors and Legends Countless legends have arisen regarding the mysterious Barrier Peaks, and those tales circulate constantly among adventurers, explorers, and bards. Rumors specific to Kwalish and

keep a brain alive long after a creature’s death. 46–50 Kwalish never really existed. The inventor who went by that name was really a construct, created by Ioun to walk among mortals and study our

The Dead Three

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

wealthy dead of Cliffside Cemetery all whisper prayers to Myrkul. Of the Dead Three, Myrkul’s base of power is the smallest. Residents of Baldur’s Gate rarely fear death by old age — a grim fact of

from violent death has some respect for Bhaal. Assassination and murder underpin many of the plots in the city, from the business of highly-paid killers on patriar payrolls to slayings of opportunity

The Dead Three

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer

wealthy dead of Cliffside Cemetery all whisper prayers to Myrkul. Of the Dead Three, Myrkul’s base of power is the smallest. Residents of Baldur’s Gate rarely fear death by old age — a grim fact of

from violent death has some respect for Bhaal. Assassination and murder underpin many of the plots in the city, from the business of highly-paid killers on patriar payrolls to slayings of opportunity

Screaming Devilkin

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

believe that their appearance derives from the primal fear inspired by fiendish creatures, while bards assert that panic, being such a repulsive emotion, is embodied by an equally ugly creature

. The devilkin steal treasures, weapons, and supplies, dooming an expedition to a slow death. The devilkin fly near their victims, taunting them with the items they stole. Predators in the area learn

Flight of the Dragonnels

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

Flight of the Dragonnels As Clystran and the characters fly above the battlefield, read the following text: The clash between the Dragon Army and Kalaman’s defenders rages below. The city’s walls

three stat blocks). Red Ruin fights to the death, but Bakaris flees if reduced to 20 hit points or fewer. If Bakaris is knocked from his mount or slain, he falls and vanishes amid the chaos. Clystran

Halflings

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

Halflings I don’t have enough fingers and toes to count the times I saw our little rogue cheat death, but I remember them all. Let’s see … there was the enraged roper, the flaming lava stream, the

catapulted gelatinous cubes, the Ten Tilting Corridors of Death, the exploding toad trap, the Hall of the Spinning Scimitars … — Magnificus, wizard extraordinaire Anyone who has spent time around

Dwarven Religion

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

, quarrying Forge* A miner’s pick Valkauna LN Oaths, birth, aging, death Grave,* Life A silver ewer Vergadain N Luck, wealth Trickery Gold coin bearing a dwarf’s face *Appears

foes. Clangeddin encourages dwarf warriors to venture out of the stronghold in search of foes to defeat. He particularly hates goblinoids, giants, and dragons. He compels his followers to seek out and

Storm Giant Quintessent

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

Storm Giant Quintessent To forestall the inevitable, some storm giants approaching the end of their natural life spans seek an escape from death. They plumb the depths of their powerful connection to

the elements and disperse themselves into nature, transforming into semiconscious storms. The blizzard that rages unendingly around a mountain peak, the vortex that swirls around a remote island, or

Fensirs

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

, the giants’ incursion became a part of the eternal battle that rages across the plane. The trolls, whose fundamental nature was altered by constant regeneration and rebirth amid the energy of Ysgard

) Skills Survival +8, Perception +8 Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 18 Languages Common, Giant Challenge 8 (3,900 XP) Proficiency Bonus +3 Death Curse. When the fensir starts its

Flavors of Fantasy

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

threatens the world. And the stories of these campaigns often include an element of romance: tragic affairs between star-crossed lovers, passion that transcends even death, and chaste adoration between

the ongoing feud after helping one side. Royal Rivals. The sudden death of a sovereign plunges a kingdom into chaos when the rightful heir is challenged and threatened by rivals. Scheming Adviser

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