barren both down called receive

Encode Thoughts

Spells Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

Putting a finger to your head, you pull a memory, an idea, or a message from your mind and transform it into a tangible string of glowing energy called a thought strand, which persists for the

memory), you can transform the thoughts or memories you read, rather than your own, into a thought strand. Casting this spell while holding a thought strand allows you to instantly receive whatever

Oath of the Ancients Legacy

Classes Player’s Handbook (2014)

The Oath of the Ancients is as old as the race of elves and the rituals of the druids. Sometimes called fey knights, green knights, or horned knights, paladins who swear this oath cast their lot with

, beauty, love, and laughter in the world, stand against the wickedness that would swallow it. Where life flourishes, stand against the forces that would render it barren. Preserve Your Own Light

Medusa (Theran variant)

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

target.Medusas (often called gorgons on Theros) are closely associated with Pharika, the god of poison and medicine. Pharika has charged her favored servants with guarding secrets of life, health, and

immortality that are too powerful to be known by those who lack the wisdom to use them properly. Those who approach a medusa with humility and worthy offerings might receive the creature's favor. The

Hobgoblin Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

to them, are as follows: 1st rank: Warlord 2nd rank: General 3rd rank: Captain 4th rank: Fatal Axe 5th rank: Spear 6th rank: Fist 7th rank: Soldier A legion is organized into units called

of Nomog-Geaya, as well as standards and flags with his image or symbol, receive a bow or salute at all times except emergencies. Bargrivyek’s peacemakers receive due deference regardless of

Yeenoghu Legacy

Monsters Out of the Abyss

hands before ripping out its throat with his teeth.Yeenoghu’s Lair Yeenoghu’s lair in the Abyss is called the Death Dells, its barren hills and ravines serving as one great hunting ground

, decorated by the flayed skins of his foes. He wields a triple-headed flail called the Butcher, which he can summon into his hand at will, although he is as likely to tear his prey apart with his bare

Yeenoghu

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

at will, although he is as likely to tear his prey apart with his teeth.Yeenoghu’s Lair Yeenoghu’s lair in the Abyss is called the Death Dells. Its barren hills and ravines serve as a

. The Gnoll Lord is covered in matted fur and leathery hide, and his face resembles a grinning predator’s skull. He wields a triple-headed flail called the Butcher, which he can summon into his hand

Knight of Eldraine

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

embodiment of one of the five virtues the knights of the realm hold as standards of excellence. The recent invasion of nightmarish creatures called Phyrexians devastated the courts, with much of the

the realm, knighthood is among the highest honors one can receive. Knights of the realm, who are all addressed with the honorific “Syr,” are revered as champions, heroes, and paragons of

Iymrith

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

a secret yet widespread organization called the Kraken Society. Using information given to them by the evil storm giant sisters, Kraken Society operatives ambushed and killed Queen Neri. Iymrith then

North. The Lords’ Alliance represents one of the greatest threats to dragons in Faerûn, so Iymrith is keen to bring about its end.Blue dragons make their lairs in barren places, using

Lizardfolk Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

, young ones incapable of protecting themselves but who might prove useful in the future if they receive care. Lizardfolk Personality You can use the Lizardfolk Quirks table to determine a personality

hide in a stand of reeds before ambushing an animal might be called Achuak, which means “green” to describe how she blends into the foliage. Lizardfolk make no distinction between male and

18. Overlook

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

feet to a barren stone ledge with a pair of winged statues perched atop it. The “winged statues” on the ledge are two gargoyles. If the characters attack the gargoyles or move within 30 feet of them

, but they are neither magical more valuable. Treasure Among the remains of the earth elemental, the characters can find an earth elemental gem. Before they can use it, however, it must receive a remove

Worldroot Sapling

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

Worldroot Sapling In a remote corner of the world, immense, thorny tree roots twist across the barren ground. In the center of this desolate tangle, an enormous sapling gleams with the green of fresh

world tree Yggdrasil, planted and nurtured by an enigmatic group of giants called the Worldroot Circle (described in chapter 2). Some tales speak of the world tree stretching through every plane and

Paladin Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

of the world, but even fewer people can claim the true calling of a paladin. When they do receive the call, these warriors turn from their former occupations and take up arms to fight evil. Sometimes

your quests? Perhaps you stumbled into a sacred grove or a hidden elven enclave and found yourself called to protect all such refuges of goodness and beauty. Or you might have known from your

Crypt of the Hellriders

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

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

remains of Hellriders who died fighting at Zariel’s side. Their restless spirits yearn for peace yet are doomed to haunt this place until once more called to arms. Dozens of dead knights kneel before the

Legends of San Citlán

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

and ended in a bloody series of conflicts called the Wars of Separation. In the aftermath, the folk of San Citlán held their first elections, finally looking forward to a time of peace. The wars have

left scars, turning previously fertile lands barren and driving away the fey that once inhabited the region—some say forever.

Starting Quest: Cold-Hearted Killer

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

starting point. The characters receive this quest from Hlin Trollbane, a retired bounty hunter who has been stalking a serial killer ever since she found a connection between three murders and a small

trading company called Torg’s. Hlin hires the characters to apprehend her suspect and dole out some cold, swift justice by quietly disposing of him if they believe he’s guilty. This quest is no murder mystery; it’s a hunt.

Plane of Air

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

). Rain and snow fall only in the part of the plane nearest to the Plane of Water. Most of the Plane of Air is a complex web of air streams, currents, and winds called the Labyrinth Winds. These range from

and the encroachment of the Elemental Chaos. They are served by aarakocra and a little-known race called the vaati. The region of the Plane of Air nearest the Great Conflagration is called the Sirocco

Torment of Kas

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

shattered remains of trees, roads, and whole mountain ranges dot the barren landscape. In the distance, a lone castle is silhouetted against the crimson horizon. Two hulking figures wander around the

ruined structure in the distance is all that remains of a castle Kas once called home and is the unreality’s only noteworthy structure. The sun hangs along the horizon. The unreality distorts

Quest: Chug Champion

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

Quest: Chug Champion The tavern’s signature game is a nightly contest called chug champion. Playing the Game To play chug champion, participants—called “chuggers”—line up at the bar and pay 5 GP

each to receive three pints of either heady ale or non-alcoholic cider (their choice). The goal is to drink the pints as quickly as possible over 3 rounds. Each round, each participating character must

Reunion in Sigil

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

Reunion in Sigil At the end of chapter 10, the characters learned that Vecna is performing his ritual at a site in Pandesmos called the Cave of Shattered Reflection. At some point after this

revelation, the characters receive a message via a Sending spell from Alustriel offering to provide more help once the characters are ready. If the characters don’t plan to return to Sigil, encourage them to

Goblin Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

the fringes of a society first test its defenses by stealing objects, and if these crimes go unpunished, they begin stealing people. Enslaved creatures receive the worst treatment the goblins can dish

called out as a traitor. Status Symbols Goblins love symbols of authority, and thus the tribe’s boss often has such trappings wherever he or she goes. Such a symbol can take a typical form

Dakra Isles

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

suffused with immortal magic and memory. Ages later, the Dakra Isles—also called the Isles of Enchantment—harbor strange sights and fierce monsters. Thassa’s power makes it impossible to keep an

the day. Callaphe and her crew were welcomed there and fed by a band of Nyxborn centaurs when a storm drove them to the island, then found themselves stranded on a barren rock when the sun rose and the

Yeenoghu's Lair

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

Yeenoghu’s Lair Yeenoghu’s lair in the Abyss is called the Death Dells, its barren hills and ravines serving as one great hunting ground, where he pursues captured mortals in a cruel game. Yeenoghu’s

Zhentarim

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

receive aid from the Zhents who are opposed to him. The leaders of this branch of the Black Network are retired adventurers who have become business entrepreneurs. Their adventuring party was called

the Doom Raiders because their specialty was plundering lich lairs (which are called “dooms”). They are desperately trying to gain a legitimate economic foothold in Waterdeep, which requires making

Kinsbaile

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lorwyn: First Light

’ Guild, Kinsbaile’s largest trade group, and he directs most of the town’s commercial affairs. He’s also the proprietor of a magic item shop called Sundry Curiosities. A trading operation called Maghen’s

experiences from the past year. Accounts are always embellished and highly entertaining, though they must be based in truth. When it’s in Shadowmoor, Kinsbaile is called Kinscaer. Reasons to Visit

Espionage Agency Contacts

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

receive. Agency Contacts d8 Contact 1 A condescending career desk agent who views you as expendable tools 2 A bitter former field agent, now confined to a field office, who envies your work 3 A

those in the “good old days” 5 A hotheaded former soldier who would prefer a return to open warfare instead of this so-called “Shadow War” 6 A battle-scarred field agent who would do almost anything to

Yeenoghu's Lair

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

Yeenoghu’s Lair Yeenoghu’s lair in the Abyss is called the Death Dells, its barren hills and ravines serving as one great hunting ground, where he pursues captured mortals in a cruel game. Yeenoghu’s

Elemental Plane of Air

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

, currents, and winds called the Labyrinth Winds. These range from stiff breezes to howling gales that can rip a creature apart. Even the most skilled flying creatures must navigate these currents

reach are covered with snow and ice. Sirocco Straits The Sirocco Straits is the region of the plane nearest to the Para-elemental Plane of Ash, where hot, dry winds scour earth motes into barren chunks

Parcels of Land

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

local ruler or ruling body but is lent to a character with the understanding that it can be taken away, especially if the character’s loyalty is ever called into question. Characters who receive a

Medusa

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

Medusa Medusas (often called gorgons on Theros) are closely associated with Pharika, the god of poison and medicine. Pharika has charged her favored servants with guarding secrets of life, health

, and immortality that are too powerful to be known by those who lack the wisdom to use them properly. Those who approach a medusa with humility and worthy offerings might receive the creature’s favor

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

, they might build a warren and make a permanent home there, while continuing to expand the town’s sewers as the community grows. These so-called “city kobolds” live underground but

him to grant spells to mortals and for those mortals to receive his favor. Furthermore, kobolds are so frail that a single hit from a human’s weapon can kill one of them, so a tribe has little

Locations in Realmspace

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy

the land flattens out into gently rolling, fertile hills dotted with forests and patches of grassland. Communities of halflings occupy the polar areas, while the barren wastes are populated by

atmosphere and is occupied by isolated groups of inhabitants. Toril’s space-dwelling communities generally congregate in a cluster of asteroids that trails behind Selune in the same orbit. This cluster, called

Setup

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

information. Second, it strains credulity for any of the factions to send inexperienced agents into the Dark Lady’s lair. The characters receive a sending spell, telling them to meet a faction agent at a local

the Dessarin Valley. “A powerful shadow dragon called the Dark Lady lairs underneath Rundreth Manor, right here.” She points to a spot on the map. “One of our agents saw robed cultists leaving the

Timeline of Events

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica

: The adventurers receive the mission. Late Evening, Day 1: Krenko places a weapons order with Falish, a human arms dealer. Noon, Day 2: Additional enforcers from Krenko’s gang arrive at Krenko’s

there, leveling the building and killing many goblins (Krenko survives). Noon, Day 3: The Foundry Street vicinity is subject to terrible goblin gang violence. The Boros Legion is called in to pacify the area.

Blood and Fortune

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

Blood and Fortune The beholder holds gladiatorial tournaments whenever it needs a little violence to brighten its day. The winners of a tournament receive trophies, and wagers are made on the sly. A

combatants must wait in area X7 until they’re called to area X6 to fight. During a fight event, no combatant can leave the arena or attack anyone who isn’t a combatant in that event. Tournament Structure Noska

Forging an Alliance

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

Forging an Alliance King Bruenor has called representatives of the Harpers, the Order of the Gauntlet, the Emerald Enclave, the Lords’ Alliance, and the Zhentarim to Gauntlgrym to hear about the

state of things in the Underdark and to court their aid in finding out more about the situation. The representatives of each faction receive a briefing on what the characters told Bruenor, and all have an

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