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Bard Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

and exhorting his companions to bravery and heroism. The magic of his song fortifies and emboldens them. Laughing as she tunes her cittern, a gnome weaves her subtle magic over the assembled nobles

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

Sword of Zariel

Magic Items Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

. It desires a wielder who embodies bravery and heroism. Attunement. The sword allows you to attune to it immediately, without having to take a short rest. The first time you attune to the sword, you

conduct myself determines my reward in the afterlife. (Lawful) 6 Redemption. All creatures are capable of change for the better. (Good) Bonds D6 BOND 1 I have a

Creating a Bard

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

Creating a Bard Bards thrive on stories, whether those stories are true or not. Your character’s background and motivations are not as important as the stories that he or she tells about them

a story. Some bards acquire their magical music through extraordinary means, including the inspiration of fey or other supernatural creatures. Did you serve an apprenticeship, studying under a master

Harpers

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

Harpers Any smart, non-evil character can join the Harpers of Waterdeep. Bards and wizards are especially welcome. Harpers are altruists who work behind the scenes to keep power out of the hands of

advisor to Open Lord Laeral Silverhand. See appendix B for more information on these NPCs. Harpers prefer to conduct their business in bustling inns and taverns such as the Yawning Portal, or in quiet

Tempus

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

Tempus The Foehammer, the Lord of Battles Tempus is a war god concerned with brave conduct during war, using force of arms over talk for settling disputes, and encouraging bloodshed. The god of war

code include the following: arm anyone who has need of a weapon; disparage no foe; acquit oneself with bravery; train all for battle; and don’t engage in feuds. Those who poison wells, taint fields

Bard: College of Spirits

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

Bard: College of Spirits Bards of the College of Spirits seek tales with inherent power—be they legends, histories, or fictions—and bring their subjects to life. Using occult trappings, these bards

next turn. Spirit Session 6th-level College of Spirits feature Spirits provide you with supernatural insights. You can conduct an hour-long ritual channeling spirits (which can be done during a

Creating a Bard

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

Creating a Bard Bards thrive on stories, whether those stories are true or not. Your character’s background and motivations are not as important as the stories that he or she tells about them

a story. Some bards acquire their magical music through extraordinary means, including the inspiration of fey or other supernatural creatures. Did you serve an apprenticeship, studying under a master

Welcome to Leilon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention

center to conduct his mystical studies. The House of Thalivar was topped with a planar beacon that lured creatures from other planes into the structure and trapped them there. After Thalivar mysteriously

ghosts bound to Leilon’s ruins. They now watch the rebuilding of the town with caution, hoping that the reconstructed tower does not bring similar disaster. When you are ready for the adventure to

Purple Dragon Knight

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

tasked with wandering the land as knights errant, relying on their judgment, bravery, and fidelity to the code of chivalry to guide them in defeating evildoers. A Purple Dragon knight inspires greatness

high standing are expected to conduct themselves with grace. At 7th level, you gain proficiency in the Persuasion skill. If you are already proficient in it, you gain proficiency in one of the

Welcome to Leilon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sleeping Dragon’s Wake

to conduct his mystical studies. The House of Thalivar was topped with a planar beacon that lured creatures from other planes into the structure and trapped them there. After Thalivar mysteriously

the rebuilding of the town with caution, hoping that the reconstructed tower does not bring similar disaster. When you are ready for the adventure to get underway, show the Leilon map to the players

Mortuary Encounters

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

trots up to the characters and drops a bony hand at their feet. The dog wants to play fetch. 5 Ten melancholy Dusters (commoners) conduct an open-casket funeral for a cheery skeleton named Merle, who

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

Order of the Gauntlet

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

. Bravery isn’t fighting the dragon out there—it is fighting the dragon within. That is what we do in our prayers. Once you have slain that dragon, you have overcome the darkness lurking within yourself

. Only then do you have the capacity to know true goodness. Only then are you ready to take up the sword and wear the badge of our Order.” Kajiso Steelhand

Silverquill Student

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

bards find a home in Silverquill, putting the power of their voices to use with Silverquill magic. Wizards (especially those who study the Schools of Illusion and Enchantment) are common in

way to succeed. 4 I’ve mastered the art of using humor as a defense, and I always have a charming joke ready. 5 I always wait before speaking, analyzing the situation for whichever angle is most

Step 5: Add Flavor

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

ready to flee at the first sign of danger. d8 Personality 1 Cowardly; looking to surrender 2 Greedy; wants treasure 3 Braggart; makes a show of bravery but runs from danger 4 Fanatic; ready to die

Iroas's Influence

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

ingrained in the ethos of Akros, the polis that claims him as its patron. His precepts and codes of conduct are incorporated in the civil and military laws of Akros. Iroas values strength and

axe. Iroas pushes his followers to be ready at all times to meet conflict head-on. Divine Relationships Iroas is defined by his opposition to his twin brother, Mogis. Although both love battle, Iroas

Paladin Subclass

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

themselves to the highest standards of conduct, and some—for better or worse—hold the rest of the world to the same standards. Many who swear this oath are devoted to gods of law and good and use their

certain spells ready; when you reach a Paladin level specified in the Oath of Devotion Spells table, you thereafter always have the listed spells prepared. Oath of Devotion Spells Paladin Level Spells

Monster Behavior

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

of monsters in an encounter. For example, one bandit gang might be an unruly mob of braggarts, while the members of another gang are always on edge and ready to flee at the first sign of danger

. Monster Personality 1d8 Personality 1 Cowardly; surrenders easily 2 Greedy; wants treasure 3 Boastful; makes a show of bravery but runs from danger 4 Disorderly; poorly trained and easily rattled 5

Meeting Volo

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

Meeting Volo Once the troll and the stirges are dealt with, Volo pushes against the tide of patrons staying clear of the monster to greet the characters, lavishing praise on them for their bravery

has not been going well.) If pressed, Volo urges the characters to trust him, and promises he’ll have the rest of the reward, 100 gp per character, ready to deliver once Floon is returned to him

Woods Encounters

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

the stone idol. Four human figures in occult robes gather around the statue, chanting ominously. Four Cultists conduct a ritual around this ancient statue. They belong to the Cult of Chaos, a

to spar with the pugnacious fey, the bout proceeds as a nonlethal combat encounter. The sprites bow gracefully, then ready their weapons. Roll Initiative. The sprites fight valiantly but with

Running the Test

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

Running the Test To conduct the Test of High Sorcery, the mage Demelin conjures a vision of Onyari’s fall When a test-taking character is ready to begin the test, Demelin instructs them to move to

Bargaining with Endelyn

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

(see “Rules of Conduct” in chapter 2) to grant them an audience. FEY TO THE RESCUE! If the characters helped the korreds and brigganocks settle their differences earlier in the chapter, they offer to

help the characters in return. Twelve brigganocks hanging from the beards of three korreds arrive on the outskirts of Motherhorn at an agreed-upon time, ready to spring into action if the characters

D6. His Royal Majesty Gullop XIX

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

slams the book closed as if to punctuate his question, regarding you for the first time. Sleepy bullywug guards standing around their monarch snap to attention and ready their weapons. King

treats visitors as honored guests in accordance with the rule of hospitality (see “Rules of Conduct” earlier in the chapter), but he expects a measure of kindness in return. If a fight breaks out

Low City

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Astral Adventurer’s Guide

facility, nor do they visit the agency very often. When they do, it’s usually to conduct business with a particularly wealthy or influential client. The Rockrat Of all the taverns on Bral, the Rockrat

neighborhoods took root in areas immediately adjacent to the docks: The Burrows. This lively, friendly community of halflings stands ready to greet new arrivals to the Rock by offering fresh bread, cookies

Mind Flayer Lairs

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

, and wait for new orders. Any mind flayer in need of assistance can visit this room to obtain the needed muscle power. In the event of an attack, the thralls gather here to arm themselves and ready for

illusion, or some other barrier. Illithid Quarters Each member of the colony claims a single room or a small series of chambers at its own and uses the space to conduct its personal research. One

Paths of Escape

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

. Escaping Characters. To attempt this means of escape, a party must bargain with a demon or acquire another means of flight in the Underworld. Then they’d better be ready for the fight of their lives

the portal exacts no price. The trick is reaching it. Perhaps the characters know some secret that Erebos covets and so might bargain for access. Alternatively, they might conduct an elaborate

Paladin Subclasses

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

. These Paladins meet the archetype of the knight in shining armor. They hold themselves to the highest standards of conduct, and some—for better or worse—hold the rest of the world to the same

. Level 3: Oath of Devotion Spells The magic of your oath ensures you always have certain spells ready; when you reach a Paladin level specified in the Oath of Devotion Spells table, you thereafter

Hobgoblins

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

ready to wield a deadly combination of unarmed fighting techniques and shadow magic to deceive and defeat her foes. She continues to spy on other hobgoblins, but is now also empowered to conduct

Courthouse: Summer

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

”. The characters are charged with disturbing the peace, a minor offense that carries a fine and results in an edict. The charge stems from their conduct in encounter 3, “Street Chase.” Depending on how

If a character becomes attuned to the Stone of Golorr, it reveals the location of the Vault of Dragons, beneath an old tower in the Sea Ward, and the three keys needed to enter it. When the characters are ready to visit the location, proceed with encounter 7, “Old Tower.”

Monastic Orders

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

, Sun Soul monks follow a strict code of ascetic conduct called the Precepts of Incandescence. It emphasizes three pillars: Seek physical perfection. To open the way for the sun soul to manifest, one

they bestow on those who are ready for it. Their means of determining readiness vary from one sect (or even one monk) to another. The monks suffer no moral qualms about these deeds, for death is the most

Master Manipulators

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

orchestrate the downfall of others is why so many hags make their homes near humanoid settlements, which gives them a ready supply of creatures to tantalize and torment. Folk with nowhere else to turn

its soul goes to the Nine Hells. Hags are usually content to wait and conduct their own business, allowing mortals to come to them when the perceived need is great enough. Instead of being interested

Factions

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

least discretion. Bards and wizards are their most prominent members. Harpers operate in small cells throughout the North. One is based in Triboar: Darathra Shendrel, the Lord Protector, belongs to the

coerce, persuade, or buy their way into every major area of influence. Rogues and warlocks fill the Zhentarim’s ranks, but the faction recruits any who can conduct its business without too many moral

Points of Interest

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

keeps the warriors and rangers headquartered here ready to fight at a moment’s notice. She is especially keen to hear news about the Scarlet Brotherhood. Kiara is convinced that the organization poses

smugglers who operate in the Saltmarsh area. Gellen Primewater relies on this drop point to conduct much of his business. Lizardfolk Lair This location is featured in Danger at Dunwater. Use the

Encounter Locations

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

. Thunderwing was Xanthoria’s friend until the druid’s mind became twisted by the influence of Zuggtmoy, causing Xanthoria to conduct grisly experiments on living creatures. Thunderwing is one of

cavern was created by Xanthoria to conduct more experiments. Specifically, Xanthoria found herself able to communicate with other beings that had been infected with her spores and wanted to understand

City Celebrations

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

. Although some of the dancing is wanton and performed for show, large-scale ring dances in the street for all ages are also popular. All the dancing ends at dusk, after which bards and minstrels perform at

, on his statue in the City of the Dead, and atop the altars of the House of Wonder. Bards perform songs in honor of the wizard all over the city. The Open Lord visits taverns and inns throughout

Halfling Gods and Myths

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

to the fore in every halfling’s memory. Every youth hears over and over again the stories of the hero’s bravery and cunning, his clever tactics in battle, and his ability to use speed and smallness

, or even take down an ogre. When the time comes to put those tactics to use in earnest, everyone will be ready. Cooperation is a fundamental principle in how halflings fend off their enemies. Every

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