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Hobgoblin Devastator

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

Army Arcana. When the hobgoblin casts a spell that causes damage or that forces other creatures to make a saving throw, it can choose itself and any number of allies to be immune to the damage caused

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

Oracle of Strixhaven

Monsters Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If the Oracle fails a saving throw, she can choose to succeed instead.Multiattack. The Oracle makes two Magic Flare attacks. She can also use Paradoxy, if available

. The current Oracle is an elderly human named Jadzi. A graduate of Quandrix College, Jadzi has since expanded her studies to encompass all disciplines of spellcasting, tempering the mathematical abstractions she wielded at Strixhaven with benevolent divination and a return to the basics of magic itself.

Olhydra

Monsters Princes of the Apocalypse

spells, requiring no material components: At will: wall of ice 3/day: ice storm 1/day: storm of vengeance Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If Olhydra fails a saving throw, she can choose to succeed

— bad weather, strong tides, and increasing aggression from dangerous sea life. Violent downpours become frequent within 10 miles of the lair. A downpour occurs once every 2d12;{"diceNotation

Wizard Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

an aptitude for it? Do you have a natural talent, or did you simply study hard and practice incessantly? Did you encounter a magical creature or an ancient tome that taught you the basics of magic

, Intelligence should be your highest ability score, followed by Constitution or Dexterity. If you plan to join the School of Enchantment, make Charisma your next-best score. Second, choose the sage

Fighter Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

Specialists Fighters learn the basics of all combat styles. Every fighter can swing an axe, fence with a rapier, wield a longsword or a greatsword, use a bow, and even trap foes in a net with some degree of

be Constitution, or Intelligence if you plan to adopt the Eldritch Knight martial archetype. Second, choose the soldier background. The Fighter Table Level ProficiencyBonus

Criminal / Spy Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

. Even criminals who operate outside of such organizations have strong preferences for certain kinds of crimes over others. Choose the role you played in your criminal life, or roll on the table below

. 2 When faced with a choice between money and my friends, I usually choose the money. 3 If there’s a plan, I’ll forget it. If I don’t forget it, I’ll ignore it

Klauth

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If Klauth fails a saving throw, he can choose to succeed instead. Special Equipment. Klauth carries a wand of fireballs and a wand of lightning bolts, and he wears a

valley is warm throughout of the year — an oasis in the cold, cold north. Roaming this expanse are hundreds of sheep, goats, and cattle plucked from other regions of the North by the vale&rsquo

Introducing the Game

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Borderlands Quest: Goblin Trouble

Introducing the Game Once the players have familiarized themselves with their characters, you’re ready to introduce the game. Now that you’re familiar with your characters and the basics of the rules

and add a number to it. This is called a D20 Test, and the number you add indicates how good or bad your character is at what they’re trying to do. The result tells me whether your character succeeds

Introducing the Game

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Borderlands Quest: Goblin Trouble

Introducing the Game Once the players have familiarized themselves with their characters, you’re ready to introduce the game. Now that you’re familiar with your characters and the basics of the rules

and add a number to it. This is called a D20 Test, and the number you add indicates how good or bad your character is at what they’re trying to do. The result tells me whether your character succeeds

Introducing the Game

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Borderlands Quest: Goblin Trouble

Introducing the Game Once the players have familiarized themselves with their characters, you’re ready to introduce the game. Now that you’re familiar with your characters and the basics of the rules

and add a number to it. This is called a D20 Test, and the number you add indicates how good or bad your character is at what they’re trying to do. The result tells me whether your character succeeds

Selesnya Initiate

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

necessary. Skill Proficiencies: Nature, Persuasion Tool Proficiencies: One type of artisan’s tools or one musical instrument Languages: Choose one of Elvish, Loxodon, or

conclave has a deeper connection to the Worldsoul than I do. 6 I’m trying to atone for the life of crime I led before I joined the Selesnya, but I find it hard to give up my bad habits

Using This Book

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

the game. It includes information on the various races, classes, backgrounds, equipment, and other customization options that you can choose from. Many of the rules in part 1 rely on material in parts

2 and 3. If you come across a game concept in part 1 that you don’t understand, consult the book’s index. Part 2 (chapters 7–9) details the rules of how to play the game, beyond the basics described

Using This Book

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

the game. It includes information on the various races, classes, backgrounds, equipment, and other customization options that you can choose from. Many of the rules in part 1 rely on material in parts

2 and 3. If you come across a game concept in part 1 that you don’t understand, consult the book’s index. Part 2 (chapters 7–9) details the rules of how to play the game, beyond the basics described

Using This Book

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

the game. It includes information on the various races, classes, backgrounds, equipment, and other customization options that you can choose from. Many of the rules in part 1 rely on material in parts

2 and 3. If you come across a game concept in part 1 that you don’t understand, consult the book’s index. Part 2 (chapters 7–9) details the rules of how to play the game, beyond the basics described

Hermit - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

number of personal choices or ill-fated circumstances might have led you to turn away from society. You may, if you wish, choose or roll an origin event from the Hermit Origins table. d8 Life

a frivolous lark. You’ve maintained a solitary vigil outside the cavern entrance ever since. 2 You crossed the Guild in a bad way. Fortunately, its members think you’re dead. Less

Using These Rules

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

includes information on the various races, classes, backgrounds, equipment, and other customization options that you can choose from. Many of the rules in part 1 rely on material in parts 2 and 3

. Part 2 details the rules of how to play the game, beyond the basics described in this introduction. That part covers the kinds of die rolls you make to determine success or failure at the tasks your

Using These Rules

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

includes information on the various races, classes, backgrounds, equipment, and other customization options that you can choose from. Many of the rules in part 1 rely on material in parts 2 and 3

. Part 2 details the rules of how to play the game, beyond the basics described in this introduction. That part covers the kinds of die rolls you make to determine success or failure at the tasks your

Good Wolf, Bad Wolf

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

Good Wolf, Bad Wolf When the characters first approach the outskirts of Dougan’s Hole or shortly after they first leave town, they encounter two winter wolves named Koran and Kanan. Here’s how the

encounter plays out: Koran acts as the “good” wolf while his brother plays the “bad” wolf. This act has worked before on the dim-witted locals; the wolves assume the characters will be fooled just as

Good Wolf, Bad Wolf

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

Good Wolf, Bad Wolf When the characters first approach the outskirts of Dougan’s Hole or shortly after they first leave town, they encounter two winter wolves named Koran and Kanan. Here’s how the

encounter plays out: Koran acts as the “good” wolf while his brother plays the “bad” wolf. This act has worked before on the dim-witted locals; the wolves assume the characters will be fooled just as

Using These Rules

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

includes information on the various races, classes, backgrounds, equipment, and other customization options that you can choose from. Many of the rules in part 1 rely on material in parts 2 and 3

. Part 2 details the rules of how to play the game, beyond the basics described in this introduction. That part covers the kinds of die rolls you make to determine success or failure at the tasks your

Good Wolf, Bad Wolf

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

Good Wolf, Bad Wolf When the characters first approach the outskirts of Dougan’s Hole or shortly after they first leave town, they encounter two winter wolves named Koran and Kanan. Here’s how the

encounter plays out: Koran acts as the “good” wolf while his brother plays the “bad” wolf. This act has worked before on the dim-witted locals; the wolves assume the characters will be fooled just as

Creating a Wizard

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

had an aptitude for it? Do you have a natural talent, or did you simply study hard and practice incessantly? Did you encounter a magical creature or an ancient tome that taught you the basics of magic

, Intelligence should be your highest ability score, followed by Constitution or Dexterity. If you plan to join the School of Enchantment, make Charisma your next-best score. Second, choose the sage background

Creating a Wizard

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

had an aptitude for it? Do you have a natural talent, or did you simply study hard and practice incessantly? Did you encounter a magical creature or an ancient tome that taught you the basics of magic

, Intelligence should be your highest ability score, followed by Constitution or Dexterity. If you plan to join the School of Enchantment, make Charisma your next-best score. Second, choose the sage background

Creating a Wizard

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

had an aptitude for it? Do you have a natural talent, or did you simply study hard and practice incessantly? Did you encounter a magical creature or an ancient tome that taught you the basics of magic

, Intelligence should be your highest ability score, followed by Constitution or Dexterity. If you plan to join the School of Enchantment, make Charisma your next-best score. Second, choose the sage background

Adult Emerald Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If the dragon fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead. Shift Perception (1/Day). The dragon can cast hallucinatory terrain, requiring no spell components

later roaming the forest. They have no memory of the emerald dragon who charmed them for wandering too close to the dragon’s lair. 5 Giant lizard;Giant lizards drawn to the lair of a

Ancient Emerald Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If the dragon fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead. Tunneler. The dragon can burrow through solid rock at half its burrowing speed and can leave a 20

’s assault on a fire giant has attracted the attention of the giant’s clan, and now the dragon seeks aid. 4 Villagers have been going missing, and then are found weeks later roaming the

The Zhentarim

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

knows that demons at large in the world are bad for business. The organization thus views the possible presence of the demon lords in the Underdark with the same concern as any other external threat

to Mantol-Derith. Davra is an assassin. In addition to her weapons, she carries dust of disappearance and wears goggles of night while roaming the dark halls of Gauntlgrym.

The Zhentarim

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

knows that demons at large in the world are bad for business. The organization thus views the possible presence of the demon lords in the Underdark with the same concern as any other external threat

to Mantol-Derith. Davra is an assassin. In addition to her weapons, she carries dust of disappearance and wears goggles of night while roaming the dark halls of Gauntlgrym.

What You Need

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

way to learn the basics of D&D is to watch people play it. The Internet offers videos of D&D play that show off the tremendous range of possibilities the game offers. As you watch, pay attention to the

useful: DM Screen. Many DMs like to use a screen to shield their notes and dice rolls from players. It’s bad manners to peek over the screen! Miniatures and Battle Grid. Some DMs use a battle grid and

What You Need

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

way to learn the basics of D&D is to watch people play it. The Internet offers videos of D&D play that show off the tremendous range of possibilities the game offers. As you watch, pay attention to the

useful: DM Screen. Many DMs like to use a screen to shield their notes and dice rolls from players. It’s bad manners to peek over the screen! Miniatures and Battle Grid. Some DMs use a battle grid and

What You Need

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

way to learn the basics of D&D is to watch people play it. The Internet offers videos of D&D play that show off the tremendous range of possibilities the game offers. As you watch, pay attention to the

useful: DM Screen. Many DMs like to use a screen to shield their notes and dice rolls from players. It’s bad manners to peek over the screen! Miniatures and Battle Grid. Some DMs use a battle grid and

Hermit

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

where to go in the Lower City and Outer City for anonymity. In these slums and alley camps, you can get a damp bed and a bad meal, but also a degree of privacy and no questions asked. Living here

from society. You may, if you wish, choose or roll an origin event from the Hermit Origins table. Hermit Origins d6 Origin 1 You led an ill-fated expedition into the Riverveins. Your friends were

Hermit

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

where to go in the Lower City and Outer City for anonymity. In these slums and alley camps, you can get a damp bed and a bad meal, but also a degree of privacy and no questions asked. Living here

from society. You may, if you wish, choose or roll an origin event from the Hermit Origins table. Hermit Origins d6 Origin 1 You led an ill-fated expedition into the Riverveins. Your

Hermit

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

where to go in the Lower City and Outer City for anonymity. In these slums and alley camps, you can get a damp bed and a bad meal, but also a degree of privacy and no questions asked. Living here

from society. You may, if you wish, choose or roll an origin event from the Hermit Origins table. Hermit Origins d6 Origin 1 You led an ill-fated expedition into the Riverveins. Your friends were

Horror in Your Game

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

need to be somber or shocking. Action, mystery, and comedy can feature in your adventures to any degree. Heroes can be bold monster-hunters or bumbling mystery-solvers. Choose what elements of this

attention for both of us. We’ve found no trace of Vhorishkova since arriving, but I feel her watching. It’s like she’s everywhere. It’s bad here, Uncle. Not snake-headed hogs bad. Like, full Delmunster

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