bards bow diffusing case recluse

Hermit Legacy

Backgrounds Player’s Handbook (2014)

case stuffed full of notes from your studies or prayers, a winter blanket, a set of common clothes, an herbalism kit, and 5 gp Life of Seclusion What was the reason for your isolation, and what

contemplative sort of seclusion that allows room for study and prayer. If you want to play a rugged wilderness recluse who lives off the land while shunning the company of other people, look at the outlander

Halfling Overboard

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fated Flight of the Recluse

Halfling Overboard It wasn’t long before the Strider Airship, Recluse, having departed the dwarven city of Soldorakhold only the day before, was beset by a group of human pirates aboard a pair of

Recluse when the Recluse’s captain, a halfling named Ryvan Rallanith, made a brash decision; he veered the ship into a steep dive. Four of the pirates fell overboard—however, not before one of them cut

Hermit - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

Languages: One of your choice Equipment: A scroll case stuffed full of notes from your studies or prayers, a winter blanket, a set of common clothes, an herbalism kit, and 5 gp Hermit Origins Any

contemplative sort of seclusion that allows room for study and prayer. If you want to play a rugged wilderness recluse who lives off the land while shunning the company of other people, look at the outlander

Ranger Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

of steel, cutting down one enemy after another. After tumbling away from a cone of freezing air, an elf finds her feet and draws back her bow to loose an arrow at the white dragon. Shrugging off the

the creature while he readies his bow. Far from the bustle of cities and towns, past the hedges that shelter the most distant farms from the terrors of the wild, amid the dense-packed trees of

Bard

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

? Ah, then what manner of music they would bring to this world! — Fletcher Danairia, master bard Bards bring levity during grave times; they impart wisdom to offset ignorance; and they make the

ridiculous seem sublime. Bards are preservers of ancient history, their songs and tales perpetuating the memory of great events down through time — knowledge so important that it is memorized and passed

Known and Prepared Spells

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

, including bards and sorcerers, have a limited list of spells they know that are always fixed in mind. The same thing is true of many magic-using monsters. Other spellcasters, such as clerics and wizards

, undergo a process of preparing spells. This process varies for different classes, as detailed in their descriptions. In every case, the number of spells a caster can have fixed in mind at any given time depends on the character’s level.

Known and Prepared Spells

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

, including bards and sorcerers, have a limited list of spells they know that are always fixed in mind. The same thing is true of many magic-using monsters. Other spellcasters, such as clerics and wizards

, undergo a process of preparing spells. This process varies for different classes, as detailed in their descriptions. In every case, the number of spells a caster can have fixed in mind at any given time depends on the character's level.

Above the Ashen Spires

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fated Flight of the Recluse

Above the Ashen Spires Drawing ever closer to their journey’s end, the Recluse eventually passes over the Ashen Spires, a cluster of mountains 250 miles to the east of Korth. Long suspected to be a

ship’s bow is pointing frantically to the northwest. A character that takes the Search action and succeeds on a DC 13 Wisdom (Perception) check faintly sees an immense dark shape moving through the

Schools of Magic

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

D8. Holding Cells

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

to the characters with a knightly bow once the guards are gone. She is dressed in the ragged and stained remnants of an orange surcoat that bears the sigil of a great helm fashioned to resemble a

be battling one of the characters in trial by combat (see area D9 for details). Bavlorna is a recluse who rarely leaves her cottage. She enjoys making foul bargains with visitors. If the characters

L5. Workshop

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

his tools on the tool bench. Otherwise, he watches warily from behind the four skeletons. In any case, if confronted, he shrinks from conflict and orders his skeletons to attack while he retreats into

area L6. The necromancer refers to himself in the third person and by his self-appointed title. He’s afraid of physical confrontation, but he pretends bravery when his pets shield him, saying, “Bow

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

Ship of the Dead

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis

undead captain places his boot on the rail along the deck of his creaky galleon and leans over the bow. His disembodied hand perches on his shoulder, and lightning from the cosmic storm flashes

. The rest fell prey to ships under the command of Vael, whom Gargenhale calls the scourge of pirates, raiders, and anyone else who refuses to bow to the might of Xaryxis. Despite these cautionary

Build Your Group

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

skills. Bards and rogues make natural academic Financiers, as do those with the charlatan and noble backgrounds. Research Assistant. Whether their seeking to graduate, get published, or make their

player character whose spells and training don’t include combat. A wizard whose spellbook is filled with utility-focused spells makes a fine Scholar, as might some clerics and monks. In any case, the

Redcloak Battalion

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

Battalion. This elite unit fought at the forefront of the Last War, and Brelish bards still sing of the exploits of Khandan the Hammer and Meira the Huntress. At the end of the war, the battalion was split

already established as members of the Redcloaks (see “Starting at Higher Level” in chapter 1 of the Dungeon Master’s Guide). In this case, you might also begin with magic items and other gear

Hermit

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

quiet, solitude, and perhaps some of the answers you were looking for. Skill Proficiencies: Medicine, Religion Tool Proficiencies: Herbalism kit Languages: One of your choice Equipment: A scroll case

background assumes a contemplative sort of seclusion that allows room for study and prayer. If you want to play a rugged wilderness recluse who lives off the land while shunning the company of other

Build Your Group

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

—though it can be, especially in the case of the Church of the Silver Flame—but rather the task of encouraging people to live according to the highest ideals of faith. Proficiency in skills such as

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

Nobility

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

entourage of guards or only in the company of other nobles. In this case, you’ll know you’re in the presence of nobility because of the deference others give them. Follow suit, and you should be fine

. Above all, be polite. Always address a known noble as “Lord” or “Lady.” A short bow or a nod of the head to acknowledge a noble upon each meeting and parting is customary. Obsequiousness and servility

Conservatory Locations

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

. Other features of each room are summarized below: C7a: Wylie’s Room. Resting on the dresser is a wooden case containing a beautifully crafted lyre (250 gp) that belongs to Wylie van Timmel. C7b

. C7e: Mazia’s Room. Mazia Foulard keeps a diary and a small leather case tucked under her pillow. The case contains an exquisitely crafted silver flute (250 gp) that was given to Mazia by her

Nautiloid Down

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

crystals in a 5-mile radius but haven’t found any. The characters might have harvested a psi crystal from the gem mine near Termalaine (see “A Beautiful Mine"), in which case the gnome ceremorphs would be

the ship came down, it dug a furrow through the snowy valley before skidding to a stop. Its construction is partly organic, and the tentacles protruding from the ship’s bow are coated in mucus that

Reaching Svardborg

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

5,000 gp in its present condition. (For rules on ship repair, see the “Owning a Ship” section in chapter 5 of the Dungeon Master’s Guide.) The longship’s bow is carved and painted to look like the head

dragon to be had. In that case, she orders Finn and six armed sailors to join her. Two rowboats are needed to transport Captain Sonadora and her away team, leaving two rowboats for the adventurers.

Vault Locations

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

west, a large statue depicts a human woman wielding a bow and arrow. To the east, two comfortable chairs accompany a small table. A double door leads outside to the north, and two doors on the south

marble flooring and ivory-colored wallpaper with silver accents. The room contains seven glass cases on pedestals, each enclosing a small item. Display Cases. On each case, a notecard written in

Topolah's Tower

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis

the Second Wind. Characters can use the six oars aboard the jolly boat to propel it to the docks while Krux stands proudly in the bow, pointing to the dock as if the destination were not obvious

ship, Topolah allows them to stay with her until another ship arrives, in which case you should modify the rest of this chapter as follows: Modify the “Oh, Momma!” encounter so that the void scavver

Manor Locations

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

ballroom’s stage is filled with set pieces, props, and costumes. Treasure. Among the many other instruments stored here is Quill’s instrument of the bards (Cli lyre), which is kept in an ornate wooden case

Maglubiyet's Will Be Done

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

give an order to a goblin chief, and that chief must leap to obey or, as is often the case, immediately yell orders for other goblins to do it. Goblins that are conscripted into a host resign

case, a group of conquered people serves the host best when it continues to produce resources that the goblinoids can use. Only when a settlement offers stiff resistance or has no lasting value to

Elven Tomb Locations

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

. The sarcophagus also contains the following items: An unstrung bow Six silvered arrowheads A wooden cup with a winged fish etched into the side E9. Second Tomb of the Half-Moon The stone door to this

case the druid gets hungry and wants some berries to munch on. Eating the berries has stained the druid’s teeth blue. The druid climbs onto the sarcophagus when characters enter the tomb and shouts

Upper City Gazetteer

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

patriars, traveling nobles, famed bards, and socially ambitious Lower City residents hoping to rub shoulders with the elite. The inn is unfussy, but conducts its service with flawless technique and the

, in Balduran’s case, a glass casket containing all that lingers from the city’s vanished founder: the age-cracked remnants of his cloak, longsword, shield, and favorite spyglass. High House of Wonders

Upper City Gazetteer

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

patriars, traveling nobles, famed bards, and socially ambitious Lower City residents hoping to rub shoulders with the elite. The inn is unfussy, but conducts its service with flawless technique and the

, in Balduran’s case, a glass casket containing all that lingers from the city’s vanished founder: the age-cracked remnants of his cloak, longsword, shield, and favorite spyglass. Mike Schley The High

Brimstone Hold Locations

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

passage to access the cells in case the prisoners ever managed to take control of the prison yard. The passage has never seen use, and Brimstone Hold’s other defenders don’t know it exists. The secret

the Eye of the Efreet. These creatures are hostile unless the characters arrive with an escort, in which case the characters are directed to area B23 to make an appointment to see Jarazoun. Once the

Lady's Ward

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

, supposedly impartial magistrate appointed by the Guvners. Punishments are tailored to fit the crime, and advocates are strongly encouraged. Lawyers and orators, these civil servants include bards

never lost a case. Sly has been known to waive their astronomical fee for adventurers who help gather evidence relevant to other cases. Of course, the accused are always free to represent themselves

Necropolis Locations (Y20-Y29)

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

the obelisk’s base to its middle. Before Ythryn crashed, Iriolarthas relied on this obelisk as a precautionary measure in case Ythryn experienced a catastrophe. It was one of a few rare Netherese

, the conductor brings the piece to a satisfying close as the sound of ghostly applause rises from the audience and phantasmal black roses rain down on the musicians, who face the audience and bow before

Observatory Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle

. Bow down to the children of Tiamat!” “Enough of this! This work is too important to be hindered by the likes of you!” The dragon fights until reduced to 10 or fewer hit points, at which point he

blue jasper stones worth 50 gp each. A waterproof leather case holds a blue silk fan painted with powdered blue gems, worth 25 gp. There are also a few ordinary items Sparkrender enjoyed, including a

Goblins

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

and servile in defeat, just as in their own society lower castes must scrape before those of greater status and as goblin tribes bow before other goblinoids. Beast Masters and Slave Drivers Goblins

quarters, good food, and free rein to do as it wishes, in which case it holds its power at bay. Hobgoblins have learned how to guard against the appearance of a nilbog: the crudest, most obnoxious

Locations E - H

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

wings for sails and mammoth tusks lashed to its bow emerges from the thick fog shrouding the coastline. The greatship (see the “Svardborg: General Features” sidebar in chapter 7, “Berg of the Frost

primordial reaches the king’s ear, in which case the characters are asked to help find those responsible. In either case, the characters encounter the drow in a dusty, 20-foot-wide, 30-foot-high hall

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