barren bards diffusing crypt required

Faction Agent

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

knowledge, rather than brute force. Harper agents are often proficient in Investigation, enabling them to be adept at snooping and spying. They often seek aid from other Harpers, sympathetic bards and

with interests and concerns that transcend local politics and geography, the Alliance has its own cadre of individuals who work on behalf of the organizations, wider agenda. Alliance agents are required

Crypt of the Hellriders

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

Crypt of the Hellriders Zariel’s fallen companions cannot rest. Nobody can in this nightmare hellscape. — The Cartographer When the characters arrive at this location, read or paraphrase the

following boxed text to the players: Acrid smog swirls around a barren hill, rising from which like giant tombstones are a pair of leaning monoliths, each soaring more than fifty feet into the smoky red sky

Warlock's Crypt

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

Warlock’s Crypt On the western edge of the Troll Hills lies an area of bizarre terrain: shattered rubble is strewn across the landscape, between and among mounds of upturned earth and deep furrows of

after that event. The truth of the place now called Warlock’s Crypt is something different altogether. All of the structures visible here, from the now-shattered outbuildings to the central towers

K84. Catacombs

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

atop a marble slab in the center of this otherwise barren crypt. Sir Erik Vonderbucks was a wealthy noble whose dying wish was to have his corpse dipped in molten gold. Treasure. The thin layer of

has five means of entry and exit: The door adjacent to crypt 1 (connecting with area K81) A barred archway to the north (connecting with area K85) A barred archway to the south (connecting with area

Mortuary Encounters

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

animated coffin* lurches along, carrying a reverently laid corpse to its crypt. The Construct approaches the characters and silently petitions them to escort it to its destination. 7 1d4 zombies

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

Entering the Mortuary

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

entrants to the Mortuary or a crypt on its grounds. The Mortuary Portals table presents examples of portals that might lead to the Mortuary and their portal keys—objects required to activate a specific

pervades this solemn monument. Its cold stone walls are reminiscent of a crypt. The halls are dimly lit and uncomfortably silent, save for the occasional distant groan of undead or the plaintive call of a wailing spirit. The acrid sting of chemical odors hangs in the air.

Bard Subclasses

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

Bard Subclasses A Bard subclass is a specialization that grants you features at certain Bard levels, as specified in the subclass. Bards form loose associations, which they call colleges, to preserve

Harmony with the Cosmos Bards of the College of Dance know that the Words of Creation can’t be contained within speech or song; the words are uttered by the movements of celestial bodies and flow

Build Your Group

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

give them a broad range of knowledge to support their schemes. Bards, rogues, and wizards are often drawn to this role. Safecracker. The “breaking” part of “breaking and entering” is the Safecracker’s

job. A typical Safecracker might have proficiency with thieves’ tools, as well as the Dexterity required to use them expertly. Intelligence can be important for figuring out complicated locks and

9. Study and Library

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

centuries of life, this underground manse became his crypt. The divination pool allows those using it to peer past many magical protections that block lesser divination magic. The pool’s revelations

exceedingly dangerous. Using the divination pool required a personal sacrifice, but over time, the pool’s demands grew steeper. If others have been using the pool since Diderius died, as Ilda suspects the yuan-ti do, its current price must be vile indeed.

K36. Dining Hall of the Count

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

summoned me from beyond the grave?” Regardless of the answer, he commends the character for playing well and says, “In my crypt below the castle, thou shalt find a treasure worthy of one so talented as

doesn’t appear again. If the characters attack the ghost, it attacks them in turn. Treasure The lute, though old and covered in dust, has survived the passage of time. It is a magic instrument of the bards called a Doss lute.

Scream of the Crop

compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Stranger Things: Welcome to the Hellfire Club

their livestock dry. When all hope seemed lost, a group of brave heroes slew Gunthar in his crypt and plunged a stake into his heart. They left the crypt victorious, sealing the crypt behind them and

crops, corrupting soil, and spawning awakened plants with a taste for blood. The tree’s evil was contained for a time within Gunthar’s crypt, and farms flourished in a land the vampire had filled with

Factions of the Sword Coast

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

proficient in Investigation, enabling them to be adept at snooping and spying. They often seek aid from other Harpers, sympathetic bards and innkeepers, rangers, and the clergy of gods that are

individuals who work on behalf of the organizations, wider agenda. Alliance agents are required to be knowledgeable in History, and can always rely on the aid of the governments that are part of the

9. Study and Library

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

bearing tribute. When he died after many centuries of life, this underground manse became his crypt. The divination pool allows those using it to peer past many magical protections that block lesser

without first offering a sacrifice was exceedingly dangerous. Using the divination pool required a personal sacrifice, but over time, the pool’s demands grew steeper. If others have been using the pool since Diderius died, as Ilda suspects the yuan-ti do, its current price must be vile indeed.

Bladesinging

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

Bladesinging When faced with the endless onslaught of magical possibilities, many wizards suffer identity crises. Some overcome, some break, and some become sword-bards. Tasha Bladesingers master

heavy armor or a shield, or if you use two hands to make an attack with a weapon. You can also dismiss the Bladesong at any time (no action required). While your Bladesong is active, you gain the

Dungeon Features

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

Dungeon Features The atmosphere and physical characteristics of dungeons vary as widely as their origins. An old crypt might have stone walls and loose wooden doors, an odor of decay, and no light

Wisdom (Perception) check. To set an appropriate DC for the check, see chapter 8. Opening a Secret Door. Once a secret door is detected, a successful Intelligence (Investigation) check might be required

Harrowhall Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

clamber through the moat with more time and effort. No check is required, but it’s a grisly detour, and the moat is difficult terrain. Portcullis. The portcullis is up, and nothing prevents entry to

Gremorly’s ghost and this golem is still intact, it becomes their ally and defends this courtyard on their behalf. 5: Crypt Entrance This room is mostly empty. One outer wall has a stained-glass

Chapter 4: Uncharted Domains

compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Exploring Eberron

for countless generations. They are comfortable in close and barren environments, and may find vast open spaces to be disorienting. Living in Darkness. Tied to their subterranean origins, the dar are

, these are tales of things that actually happened. As a result, divine spellcasters are rare among the dar, as they struggle with the transcendental faith required to channel divine magic. While this

Chapter 4: Uncharted Domains

compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Exploring Eberron

for countless generations. They are comfortable in close and barren environments, and may find vast open spaces to be disorienting. Living in Darkness. Tied to their subterranean origins, the dar are

, these are tales of things that actually happened. As a result, divine spellcasters are rare among the dar, as they struggle with the transcendental faith required to channel divine magic. While this

Chapter 5: Planes of Existence

compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Exploring Eberron

following the Mourning; it’s up to a DM to decide if that’s the story they want to tell. Here are a few notable feyspires: Pylas Pyrial is the Gate of Joy, celebrated for its bards and revels. Tied

is the Winter Citadel, seat of the Prince of Frost. This martial spire appears in a barren region of Karrnath. It’s closely allied with the winter fey of the Moon Court. The Baronies Each barony is a

Northern Flanaess

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

-known region located near a ruined castle with monster-filled dungeons Bandit Kingdoms, the Four to six bandit lords Feuding kingdoms ruled by greedy bandit lords with private armies Barren Wastes, the

is often required to defend against retaliation by neighboring states for the bandit lords’ aggression. At least one of the bandit lords, Renfus the Mottled (ruler of Stoink), is wholly in the

Citadel Adbar

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

of the realm. Much was required to break the North out of the great siege the Many-Arrows orcs held it under. There are also whispers that King Harnoth led his Knights of the Mithral Shield out into

known written copies have ever been reported. Only a privileged few non-dwarves have ever heard the Dirge in its entirety, and dwarf bards who want to perform this epic must demonstrate great skill in

Area Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye

an individual in a hooded gray robe. Zombie Infestation. The crypt to the south of the rotunda was desecrated and now swarms with zombies. N5: Tomb of the Mage The smell of old parchment fills this

twisted experiments (each uses the gray ooze stat block but is an Undead instead of Ooze). The masses ignore the room’s difficult terrain and attack if approached. N10: Crypt of the Silenced Singers

Upper Level Locations

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

southeast wall leads to the entry of a building carved into the stone. Along the west wall sit two barren, rocky ledges. Further back, a rowboat is tied up to a dock. The dock is attached to the building

the quest, if they or any Wavemount crew wish to stay at the monastery, the monks direct them to the guest quarters (area M11), where they can stay as long as they like. M18: Crypt Thirty clay urns line

E: Wakenreth

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

peace between Silvanesti and Istar, the tower of Wakenreth served as a crypt for the elves who lived in Onyari—though it saw little use before the city’s destruction. When Onyari began its slow fall

the arch and converses with the characters. E5: Shadowfell Expanse You find yourself atop a broken tower of jet-black stone, standing in a barren, unfamiliar landscape. Jagged peaks of colorless rock

Chapter 4: Uncharted Domains

compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Exploring Eberron

untamable strength. Likewise, while each clan includes suggestions for possible character classes, any character could come from any clan; in particular, talespinner Bards and Entertainers are found in every

common backgrounds for Mroranon dwarves. While Paladins are more likely to be found in Doldarun, Clerics (especially the Trickery or Life Domain), Fighters, and Bards are all sound choices for Mroranon

Chapter 3: Faiths of Eberron

compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Exploring Eberron

mystical energy required to produce the effect you're looking for. A Wizard may use words of power and mystic gestures to generate power, while an Artificer instead relies on tools. But either way, you

recipe, you'll get a perfect result. In general, Wizards, Sorcerers, Warlocks, Artificers, Bards, wandslingers, and magewrights use arcane magic. This still leaves room for individual flavor, and the

Chapter 4: Uncharted Domains

compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Exploring Eberron

untamable strength. Likewise, while each clan includes suggestions for possible character classes, any character could come from any clan; in particular, talespinner Bards and Entertainers are found in every

common backgrounds for Mroranon dwarves. While Paladins are more likely to be found in Doldarun, Clerics (especially the Trickery or Life Domain), Fighters, and Bards are all sound choices for Mroranon

Upper City Gazetteer

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

, lacking space to store these unwanted things in the manor, moved them to the family crypt beneath the house. There they lie now, largely forgotten. Not long after, shantytown residents in the Outer

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

Upper City Gazetteer

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

, lacking space to store these unwanted things in the manor, moved them to the family crypt beneath the house. There they lie now, largely forgotten. Not long after, shantytown residents in the Outer

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

Lady's Ward

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

Sinkers. When it comes to providing the quality and number of armaments required by organized forces and other factions in the Cage, the Doomguard is unmatched. Fraternity of Order. Consisting of

, 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

Locations on the Dungeon Level

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6

own, the entrance to which is through the sinkhole on the eastern edge of their lair. Those unmapped lower caverns wander off into the darkness, and are barren of treasure or anything of interest aside

who makes a successful DC 25 Strength (Athletics) check. A separate check is required for each 10-foot section. 31. Minor Treasure Room The place that the manticores are supposed to guard is the

Greater Caverns Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase

chamber contains a Potion of Healing (greater) and a Sword of Vengeance (longsword). G2: Cavern of Corpses This gruesome cave is either a burial crypt or a trophy room. The walls of the vaulted cavern are

(Athletics) check. If the characters fasten ropes to the boulder, the centaurs offer to help haul it down for them (no check required). Freeing the boulder clears a path through the rubble. Climbing Out

Chapter 4: Uncharted Domains

compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Exploring Eberron

Dominion. The sahuagin recognize divine magic as a resource, and excel at the aggressive cultivation of the faith required to channel it. Ta’har scholars advise the Ra’har, using the lessons of history to

frenzy of Barbarians. Bards, Druids, Wizards, and Warlocks aren’t supported by the traditions of the Dominion and are rarely encountered. Subject Species “Dominion” isn’t just a title; the sahuagin

Illithinoch Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

the Crypt of the Talhund in chapter 6.) 6–19 Choose a random area in Gibbet Crossing and describe a short scene where 1d4 mind flayers capture and consume one of the area’s former denizens (drow

senses. The target becomes aware that something is linked to its mind once it no longer has the incapacitated condition, and the elder brain can terminate the link at any time (no action required). The

Chapter 4: Uncharted Domains

compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Exploring Eberron

Dominion. The sahuagin recognize divine magic as a resource, and excel at the aggressive cultivation of the faith required to channel it. Ta’har scholars advise the Ra’har, using the lessons of history to

frenzy of Barbarians. Bards, Druids, Wizards, and Warlocks aren’t supported by the traditions of the Dominion and are rarely encountered. Subject Species “Dominion” isn’t just a title; the sahuagin

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