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The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
creature can benefit from only one Leadership die at a time. This effect ends if Alagarthas is incapacitated.This prince made a bargain with Endelyn Moongrave and is paying the price. He longs to return to
his home in the Misty Forest and deal with the threat of an evil green dragon that nests there.
Alignment. Chaotic good.
Personality Trait. “I am an elf, and time is on my side. I refuse to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
bargain or sacrifice to use. Antiheroes are common—characters tainted by the world’s evil or those who refuse to be considered heroes.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
entertained by their play and won’t bargain with them. She orders the characters to leave her theater at once; if one or more of them refuse, she orders the darklings in the audience to attack. Characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
; despite knowing that she is evil and dangerous, they are desperate enough to risk making a bargain with her, or foolish enough to think they can persuade her to be helpful without getting something in
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
tries to subjugate the rest. In exchange for their lives, the survivors must agree to help the beholder find the Stone of Golorr. If they refuse, the beholder destroys another character and repeats the
demands that they accompany it to the Vault of Dragons and help it defeat the vault’s draconic guardian. Not fully trusting the characters to keep their part of the bargain, Xanathar brings along its
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Necropolis Encounters table (see chapter 3), refuse to rest in peace. Head to Head to Head Two rival factions of giant kin vie to claim the throne. An ettin and a fensir skirmisher (see chapter 6
. Infernal Bargain A bone devil knows the power of Hiatea’s Hearth and is tempting a fire giant to claim the throne, but the giant’s wife knows the throne’s curse will mean her love’s certain doom. She begs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
the characters want from her, Endelyn typically requires them to perform for her before she will bargain with them. If she deems the characters’ performance satisfactory (see “A Tragedy in the Making
(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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
. At first, she orders the characters to release her. If they refuse, she tries to bargain with them (see “Roleplaying the Dao” below). While trapped inside the bottle, Keshma can’t attack or cast spells
refuse her commands. At first, Keshma promises the characters riches in exchange for freedom — the sapphires coiled through her braided hair and the platinum armbands (see “Treasure” below). Such
Magic Items
The Book of Many Things
bargained with; it keeps its side of any bargain it makes, though it might twist the wording of any agreement to suit its purposes. If attacked, or if negotiations fail and you refuse the Fiend’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
accumulate much knowledge of local lore, dark creatures, and magic, which they are pleased to sell. Hags enjoy watching mortals bring about their own downfall, and a bargain with a hag is always dangerous
. The terms of such bargains typically involve demands to compromise principles or give up something dear — especially if the thing lost diminishes or negates the knowledge gained through the bargain. A
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
for all of us. I assure you that House Vadalis will conduct a full investigation of this incident and work to regain the trust of the good people of Fairhaven.”
The Cults of the Dragon Below are
serve the demon overlord Sul Khatesh in exchange for secrets of magic. In the Mror Holds, dwarf clans bargain with Dyrrn the Corruptor to gain symbionts and sinister gifts. The Shadow Marches contain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
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
. 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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
futures and who strike a proper bargain with her (as described in “Bargaining with Endelyn” earlier in the chapter). If the characters ask her to conduct auguries for them, read: Draped in black robes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Styes, alchemists are free to conduct whatever dangerous experiments they like, and to cut corners on safety and quality control. Iron chimneys belch smoke and foul vapors into the air, while liquid
and solid waste are dumped into the water around the quarter. A large part of this area has become so clogged and befouled with refuse that the water now moves only along shallow, sluggish channels
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
the yuan-ti great wealth if he is freed. The priestess plans to bargain with the characters by offering them the hypothetical wealth the dwarf has promised her. Either way, if the characters want
he’s received at the hands of the yuan-ti.) If the characters refuse her offer, the priestess attempts to use suggestion to sway whomever she perceives as the party’s leader. If that fails and combat
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
promising the yuan-ti great wealth if he is freed. The priestess plans to bargain with the characters by offering them the hypothetical wealth the dwarf has promised her. Either way, if the characters want
treatment he’s received at the hands of the yuan-ti.) If the characters refuse her offer, the priestess attempts to use suggestion to sway whomever she perceives as the party’s leader. If that fails and
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
afterlife, wander aimlessly. The sorrowsworn ask the characters to guide them to the great beyond. If the characters refuse the sorrowsworn attack in panicked fury. †Monsters marked with a dagger
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
sister, Glister. The rule of hospitality (see “Rules of Conduct" in chapter 2) prevents the hag from harming Glister, but Gleam can sense her sister’s distress. The twins work as an acrobatic duo, and
, Gleam suggests they strike up an alliance with the korreds. See “Lockbury Henge” later in the chapter for how they might accomplish that.) An elf prince named Alagarthas made a bargain with Endelyn and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
threaten his master’s position, he is content to remain at the right hand of the throne, at least for the time being. Devils bargain with mortals to upend the divine order. They stake claims on souls that
.
Experiments in the Unknown Cania is essentially an enormous laboratory. Mephistopheles and his devotees prefer to conduct their studies in a wasteland where they can unleash gouts of arcane energy
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Astral Adventurer’s Guide
, the Lesser Market also attracts new arrivals, fresh from the docks, who are looking for a bargain or perhaps for something more sinister. Mercane Agency Mercanes (see Boo’s Astral Menagerie) recently
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
to conduct business in Pylas Talaear.
Shae Mordai This ancient citadel houses the Undying Court, the deathless ancestors who shape the destiny of Aerenal. It is built atop a rift to the Plane of
in the past.
Team up with an agent of the Undying Court to bring down a powerful vampire. Be summoned by a deathless sage who needs your help to fulfill an ancient prophecy. Bargain with a merchant
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
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
Soggy Court, to return it to the hag with great haste. If the characters show hostility or refuse to join the Soggy Court, Gullop commands his guards to seize them. Captured characters are taken to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
roles, the arcanaloths learned everything they could about Laduguer’s principles of conduct. To their surprise, Aximus and Exekarus found these principles compelling. Some of the arcanaloths’ favorite
planetar, whom they admire. Those who refuse to accompany the arcanaloths are left behind as Aximus and Exekarus proceed to area 23b to inform Fazrian that visitors have arrived. Obedience to Fazrian is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
unless they conduct extensive dives to plumb the mere’s depths, requiring DC 10 Strength (Athletics) checks to swim underwater. If any characters are capable of staying this deep without suffocating and
conduct a thorough search of the lake, they discover the passage with a successful DC 12 Wisdom (Perception) check. If the characters enter through this watery passage, they emerge in area 54 of map
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
. Capricious Elevation. Demons respect power and power alone. A greater demon commands shrieking mobs of lesser demons because it can destroy any lesser demon that dares to refuse its commands. A demon’s
discard at its whim, consigning their mortal souls to the Abyss. Demon Summoning. Few acts are as dangerous as summoning a demon, and even mages who bargain freely with devils fear the fiends of the Abyss
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
wrest the stone from them during the chaos of the jailbreak. If the characters refuse to play along, the doppelganger cries out in alarm, bringing the full weight of the courthouse garrison (ten guards
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
take the deal, Yeemik tries to force them to pay a rich ransom for Sildar even after they complete their part of the bargain. If the characters refuse to parley, Yeemik shoves Sildar over the edge and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
traditions, many Vistani travel between domains, learning much of hidden lands, the many faces of evil, and the strange wonders of the Mists. A people unto themselves, Vistani refuse to be captives of a
often viewed as prophecies. Madame Eva. A controversial figure among Vistani, Madame Eva made a bargain with the vampire Count Strahd von Zarovich. As a result, the evils that lurk in Barovia avoid
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
reciprocity to which she adheres (see “Rules of Conduct” earlier in the chapter). Bavlorna has an iron key tucked in one of the pockets of her garment; this key unlocks the door to area B19. The tall
cottage within eight days. Bavlorna provides three pieces of information before spitting into her hand and requiring the characters to shake it, thus sealing the bargain: Loomlurch is a giant
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
or a heavenly scent.”
Alagarthas the Elf Prince
CHAPTER 4: YON
This prince made a bargain with Endelyn Moongrave and is paying the price. He longs to return to his home in the Misty Forest
and deal with the threat of an evil green dragon that nests there.
Alignment. Chaotic good.
Personality Trait. “I am an elf, and time is on my side. I refuse to give up—ever.”
Ideal. “The elves
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
face or a heavenly scent.”
Alagarthas the Elf Prince
CHAPTER 4: YON
This prince made a bargain with Endelyn Moongrave and is paying the price. He longs to return to his home in the Misty Forest
and deal with the threat of an evil green dragon that nests there.
Alignment. Chaotic good.
Personality Trait. “I am an elf, and time is on my side. I refuse to give up—ever.”
Ideal. “The elves
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
to serve their insatiable greed. Takers record financial agreements in the Hall of Records and revel in seizing properties at bargain-basement prices when owners default on payments. The Fated
complex, members of the Fated conduct all manner of documentation. Clerks file property deeds, issue birth and death certificates, and maintain extensive financial records, while scriveners meticulously
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
money. He expects his guests to be splendidly dressed — and unarmed. Those who are caught carrying concealed weapons are advised to cast their weapons overboard. Those who refuse to do so are
balcony overhead. Creaky staircases lead down to area 5. Guests often congregate here in the evening to schmooze and conduct illicit business dealings. 11. Bridge Captain Storn and six of his deckhands are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
battle, Meadowleaf calls off the attack. The dryad is too bitter and angry to apologize for any errors in judgment on her part. Reminding her of the rule of hospitality (see “Rules of Conduct” in
goats to attack. If they are deprived of their weapons and returned to their normal forms, the redcaps stomp their iron boots and demand that their sickles be returned to them. If the characters refuse
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