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Rictavio

Monsters Curse of Strahd

Special Equipment. In addition to his sword cane, Rictavio wears a hat of disguise and a ring of mind shielding, and he carries a spell scroll of raise dead. Spellcasting. Rictavio is a 9th-level

stolen away by Vistani and sold to a vampire named Baron Metus to be used as a companion. By the time van Richten found his son, it was too late: the baron had already transformed Erasmus into a vampire

Hobgoblin Devastator

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

of the magical arts, they learn the basics of weapon use, and they measure their deeds by the enemies defeated though their magic. They have the respect of other members of the host and receive

Mark of Sentinel Human

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

the ballroom, someone who carries the Mark of Sentinel is prepared for danger. House Deneith Leader: Breven d’Deneith Headquarters: Sentinel Tower (Karrlakton, Karrnath) House Deneith was

to flex their military muscles, House Deneith has always maintained absolute neutrality, selling its services to all sides of a conflict. Baron Breven d’Deneith shows no inclination of using the

Wereraven

Monsters Curse of Strahd

everyone else. Although skilled at blending into society, they keep mostly to themselves, respect local laws, and strive to do good whenever possible. In their human and hybrid forms, wereravens favor

piercing damage (no ability modifier applies to this damage) and carries the curse of lycanthropy; see the “Player Characters as Lycanthropes” sidebar in the lycanthropes entry in the Monster Manual for details.

Folk Hero - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

for one last chance to win back the goodwill you’ve drunk away. 5 You once defeated a raging bugbear with a hand mirror, a mounted deer’s head, and two kicks to the groin. Later, you

. 8 I get bored easily. When am I going to get on with my destiny? d6 Ideal 1 Respect. People deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. (Good) 2 Fairness. No

Lizardfolk Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

once been a warrior or hunter, but now the body is just freshly killed meat. A lizardfolk who lives among other humanoids can, over time, learn to respect other creatures’ emotions. The

notable deeds or actions. For example, Garurt translates as “axe,” a name given to a lizardfolk warrior who defeated an orc and claimed his foe’s weapon. A lizardfolk who likes to

Triton Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

spread across the world’s oceans and established protectorates to watch over deep sea trenches, portals, undersea caves, and other locations where their enemies might lurk. They defeated their

arrogant. They see themselves as caretakers of the sea, and they expect other creatures to pay them deep respect, if not complete deference. This attitude might grate on others, but it arises from a seed

Gate to Carceri

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel

Watch. These guards are under orders from the town’s leader, Baron Villigus Bazengar, to prevent anyone from leaving. Two neutral evil veterans and a maelephant (see Morte’s Planar Parade) guard Curst’s

characters attack and are defeated by Curst’s guards, the characters’ bodies are thrown in the gate-town’s dump. Leaving Curst The Wall Watch prevents characters from leaving Curst, using either threats or

Soldier - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

communication with Watch officers and officials. Your word carries considerable weight in the High Hall, and most establishments in the Citadel Streets neighborhood are happy to give you and your

leaves me quivering with fear. 2 I have little respect for anyone who is not a proven warrior. 3 I made a terrible mistake in battle that cost many lives—and I would do anything to

3. Blessing of the Drake

compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->One-Shot Wonders: Holiday Adventure Pack

Kobold Warriors in the thicket. The mob attacks. Once per round, a party member may use one of Ysilwen’s actions instead of their own. The party take half damage while riding the drake. If Lotorrix is defeated, Ysilwen carries the party to the village and blesses its people for Winterfest.

Hill Giants

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

, “Den of the Hill Giants”), the characters might be able to convince a defeated, captured giant to lead them there. Each giant carries a sack holding 1d3 mundane items; roll on the Items in a Giant’s Bag table in the introduction to determine the contents of each one.

N3. Burgomaster's Mansion

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

). In addition to his weapons, Izek carries an iron ring of keys that unlock the stocks in the town square (area N8). If the characters get on his bad side, the baron accuses them of being “spies of the

quills. It also holds thick books of tax records dating back to the times of the baron’s father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. The baron wears a signet ring and carries three keys: one that

Devil Customization Tables

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

resistance. 6 Every problem can be solved with the use of force. Devil Ideals d6 Ideal 1 Loyalty. I keep my vows to my superior and respect those who do the same. 2 Law. I might not like the rules

, but I obey them. 3 Ambition. The need to improve my station drives my every action. 4 Conquest. I am equal to the sum of the foes I have defeated in combat. 5 Cunning. Those who can see an advantage

Medals

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

by powerful political figures for acts of heroism, and wearing a medal is usually enough to earn the respect of those who understand its significance. Different acts of heroism can warrant different

NPCs. For example, a character who proudly displays the Golden Bear of Breland will be regarded as a hero of the people within the kingdom of Breland. Outside Breland, the medal carries far less weight, except among allies of Breland’s king.

Rictavio

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

, and together they had a son, Erasmus. When he was fourteen, Erasmus was stolen away by Vistani and sold to a vampire named Baron Metus to be used as a companion. By the time van Richten found his

son, it was too late: the baron had already transformed Erasmus into a vampire spawn. Erasmus begged his father to end his suffering, which van Richten did by pounding a wooden stake through his son’s

Gear

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

appropriately, and those clothes aren’t in this entry. Equipment mentioned outside the Gear entry is considered to be supernatural or highly specialized, and it is unusable when the monster is defeated

. Ammunition and Ranged Attacks A monster that requires ammunition to make ranged attacks carries the necessary ammunition. Equipping a Monster with Other Items You may equip monsters with additional gear

Medals

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

political figures for acts of heroism, and wearing a medal is usually enough to earn the respect of those who understand its significance. Different acts of heroism can warrant different kinds of medals

of Breland. Outside Breland, the medal carries far less weight, except among allies of Breland’s king.

N8. Town Square

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

proclamations: Come one, come all, to the greatest celebration of the year: THE WOLF’S HEAD JAMBOREE! Attendance and children required. Pikes will be provided. ALL WILL BE WELL! —The Baron

FESTIVAL OF THE BLAZING SUN! Attendance and children required. Rain or shine. ALL WILL BE WELL! —The Baron— Most Vallakians have no idea whom the statue in the square represents. The

Adventure Background

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves

kingdom’s subjects defeated the githyanki and declared independence, but centuries later, the magical gardens endure under the watchful protection of a different red dragon, Xabazhut. Xabazhut is a young

dragon flew over the region, raining down fiery destruction. This bicentennial rampage ensured that people didn’t build their farms and villages too close to the valley. Xabazhut now carries out this practice of his forebear.

Special Delivery

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

fewer drow in their party, since they have had no opportunity to replace lost members. If his mission in Gauntlgrym was successful, Draac carries an iron flask that he aims to return to Duke Zalto. The

party finally confronts him. Draac doesn’t give Zalto the iron flask until the characters are defeated or forced to retreat. If the characters leave Ironslag without confronting Duke Zalto, the drow

Despotic Perspective

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

superiority, especially in combat, it is dismissive of its opponents’ efforts and insulting of their abilities and failures. An exceptional challenger can earn a measure of respect — enough that the beholder

might be merciful and pacify the creature with a charm ray or a sleep ray instead of killing it outright. Of course, this mercy has a purpose; the defeated opponent is interrogated, subjugated, and

Safe by Day

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

after sunrise, on its normal schedule, but the craft carries no new passengers and departs again quickly unless the characters hail it. (If Raserhill stuck around the island and was driven off or killed

hermitage residents and was largely ignored by them. Virgil fled the island the previous night when the drowned ones attacked, but now that the characters have seemingly defeated them, the gull has

Dragon Servitors

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

legend of the creatures’ origin is passed down from elder to hatchling, giving each individual and every generation a reason to feel pride and self-respect. The kobolds prefer to run away than fight, to

enjoy playing pranks. He taught the first kobolds how to mine, tunnel, hide, and ambush. He is dominated by his emotions — intelligent, but not wise. Arrogant and prone to gloating, he carries grudges

The Assault

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

scope of the destruction. Victory Points Defender Point Value Sahuagin 1 Sahuagin champion 3 Sahuagin coral smasher 5 Blademaster Makaht 10 Opening the gate at area 1 15 Baron Kepmak 25 Raising no

victory points meets or exceeds 75, “The Baron’s Counterattack” occurs (see below). The party has unlimited time to face Baron Kepmak, but at the end of this encounter, the characters’ allies appear and

Gear

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

appropriately, and those clothes aren’t in this entry. Equipment mentioned outside the Gear entry is considered to be supernatural or highly specialized, and it is unusable when the monster is defeated

. Ammunition and Ranged Attacks A monster that requires ammunition to make ranged attacks carries the necessary ammunition. Equipping a Monster with Other Items You may equip monsters with additional

Random Encounters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5

within which they’ve previously defeated most of the monsters. The party moves between zones while the Doomvault has an alert level of 6 or higher. The alert level rises. These encounters are more for

them claim it from a defeated monster or Thayan. For instance, if you’d like to give a character a magic weapon, you can change a weapon-using monster to account for the treasure. Thayans’ Potions

Special Events in Nightstone

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

his fellow elves have no love or respect for the residents of Nightstone, but they hate orcs more. Once the orcs are defeated, Rond yells out, “You’re welcome!” before leading the elves back to the

with the symbol of the Zhentarim: a black winged serpent. He also carries a pouch that holds 4 pp, 13 gp, five 100 gp gemstones that he willingly trades for Kella’s life, and a potion of

Noble

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

authority that title carries. A noble title doesn’t stand on its own — it’s connected to an entire family, and whatever title you hold, you will pass it down to your own children. Not only do you need to

will crush you, ruin your name, and salt your fields. d6 Ideal 1 Respect. Respect is due to me because of my position, but all people regardless of station deserve to be treated with dignity. (Good

Adventure Summary

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

the lizardfolk’s enmity or their respect. If they proceed cautiously and without violent intent, they will likely be taken to an audience with the queen, Othokent. Depending on how they have conducted

Shires, the halfling folk might play a larger role in the alliance. Baron von Hendriks of Fort Doom might be aware of the lizardfolk, even indirectly supporting them. As an alternative, set the

Ambush at the Archway

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

horses and flee the village. Characters can learn about Paloma and the crimes of which she is accused from any defeated bounty hunters who survive the fight (see the “Learning about Paloma” section). One

of the bounty hunters who dies or is captured during the fight carries a wanted poster depicting a stern old woman with the name “Paloma” below the portrait and offering a 500 gp reward for her capture.

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

dominated by his emotions—intelligent, but not wise. Arrogant and prone to gloating, he carries grudges, has a huge chip on his shoulder, and spends a lot of time fashioning elaborate revenge scenarios

, giving each individual and every generation a reason to feel pride and self-respect. The kobolds prefer to run away than fight, to live off the scraps of others, and they are often dominated by larger

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

laden wagon or after heroically defending it from thieves gain great respect and advance higher in the tribe’s pecking order. All Are Fighters Most of the orcs that stay behind when the

; their loyalty by turning them into slaves. If a tribe is defeated and driven from its lair, the survivors might come under the sway of a strong but dimwitted creature, such as a hill giant or an ogre

Inhabitants

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

occupants are defeated. 25 3 sahuagin hatchling swarms* If the swarms emerge, 5 sahuagin and 1 coral smasher come here from 24. 26 2 sahuagin priestesses, 2 sahuagin hatchling swarms* The swarms emerge if

* These creatures remain here until encountered. 42 Kepmak (sahuagin baron), Thadrah (sahuagin high priestess*), 2 sahuagin champions,* 1 sahuagin, 2 shell sharks* These creatures remain here until

Fortress Level 2

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

is currently in area 45 accusing a servant of stealing it. Treasure. The baron wears a platinum armband (200 gp). He also carries the key to the coffer in area 52. 43. Royal Servant’s Chambers This

threatened attracts the sahuagin in area 24, if they have not already been defeated. 26. Hatchery The characters might be able to enter this area undetected by the occupants of area 24. If they do so

L9. Sewing Room

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

and keeps strangers away from the children. Pincushion carries a key that locks and unlocks the doors to the kitchen (area L13). The key dangles from a hoop attached to its waist. The living doll

from the tyranny of Pincushion and the rug. Treasure. Once the living doll leaves or is defeated, the characters can search the sewing room for treasure, finding the following valuable items: A spool

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