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Mythic Odysseys of Theros
throws against any effect that turns undead.
Unreadable Face. The Returned is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its thoughts. Wisdom (Insight) checks to ascertain the
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Returned Masks. Adventurers who defeat Returned foes might marvel at their fortune in claiming such rich spoils after a battle. The mask of a Returned is worth approximately 100 gp, based on its
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Turn Resistance. The Returned has advantage on saving throws against any effect that turns undead.
Unreadable Face. The Returned is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its
shadow plays without weight or substance.
Returned Masks. Adventurers who defeat Returned foes might marvel at their fortune in claiming such rich spoils after a battle. The mask of a Returned is worth
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
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Turn Resistance. The Returned has advantage on saving throws against any effect that turns undead.
Unreadable Face. The Returned is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its
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Returned Masks. Adventurers who defeat Returned foes might marvel at their fortune in claiming such rich spoils after a battle. The mask of a Returned is worth approximately 100 gp, based on its
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Magic Items
Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
. It has hearing and darkvision out to a range of 120 feet.
The weapon communicates telepathically with its wielder and can speak, read, and understand Dwarvish, Giant, and Goblin. It shouts battle
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
. They read these signs as omens, giving them glimpses of what is to come, and they eagerly examine the potential futures of any creatures who come to them in peace.
Crystal dragons’ connection to
wyrmling has befriended a white dragon wyrmling. The wyrmlings’ parents, who are ancient rivals, regard the relationship with concern.
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A crystal dragon wyrmling encourages nearby farmers to
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
the plane of Acheron. It is there in the afterlife where the chosen ones will join Gruumsh and his armies in their endless extraplanar battle for supremacy.
Gods of the Orcs
Orcs believe their gods
gather and celebrate, dwell the followers of Yurtrus, the god of disease and death, and Shargaas, the god of darkness and the unknown. Orcs too weak for battle (because of bodily weakness, malformation
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
throws against any effect that turns undead.
Unreadable Face. The Returned is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its thoughts. Wisdom (Insight) checks to ascertain the
who defeat Returned foes might marvel at their fortune in claiming such rich spoils after a battle. The mask of a Returned is worth approximately 100 gp, based on its composition and craftsmanship
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
carve their horns to sharpen their edges, etch symbols of power into them, or sheathe them in bronze to prevent them from shattering during battle.
Thick hair extends down minotaurs’ necks and
those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20.
Languages
Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you and your DM agree is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
eyeless helm and clutching a battle standard.
The demons and the devils are too focused on one another to concern themselves with adventurers who keep their distance. The devils are commanded by
Battle of Elturel Legions of devils camped on the shores of the River Styx below Elturel are the biggest threats for characters attempting to flee the city. Characters who fly, glide, or balloon over
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
. They have no concern for the implications of their actions, which could be a precursor to war. The smugglers currently run weapons for a clan of lizardfolk living near Saltmarsh whose queen, Othokent
, is preparing her clan for battle against a terrible enemy: the sahuagin. The peaceful town of Saltmarsh knows nothing of the coming war, or the fact that a sahuagin invasion threatens them as much as the lizardfolk do.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
return of Tiamat. However, it remains to be seen whether they do so in concert with the humanoid factions of the Sword Coast, or whether they strike on their own with no thought or concern for the fate
the overall plan of battle. Moreover, if they can be brought into the alliance represented by the Council of Waterdeep, they can help defend humanoid territories from the cult’s devastating raids. This is covered in greater detail in chapter 14.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
return of Tiamat. However, it remains to be seen whether they do so in concert with the humanoid factions of the Sword Coast, or whether they strike on their own with no thought or concern for the fate
the overall plan of battle. Moreover, if they can be brought into the alliance represented by the Council of Waterdeep, they can help defend humanoid territories from the cult’s devastating raids. This is covered in greater detail in chapter 14.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
return of Tiamat. However, it remains to be seen whether they do so in concert with the humanoid factions of the Sword Coast, or whether they strike on their own with no thought or concern for the fate
the overall plan of battle. Moreover, if they can be brought into the alliance represented by the Council of Waterdeep, they can help defend humanoid territories from the cult’s devastating raids. This is covered in greater detail in chapter 14.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Surprise Development When the failed Wish spell transports the characters to Alustriel’s sanctum, read or paraphrase the following: With a flash of multicolored light, the world winks out of
woman in blue robes leans toward you, her brow furrowed in confusion and concern. In the blurry background stand a frowning woman in a flowing, black dress and a man tugging in confusion at his high
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
The Battle Begins When the battle begins, read the following boxed text aloud: The night is dark, and torrential rain beats down on the rooftops. An hour before dawn, the bell on the newly erected
south gate begins to toll urgently. A cry goes up from the wall as troops dash to man their positions:
“The dead! The dead are coming!”
The Battle of Leilon has begun.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
many an orc.
— Elminster
Orc Personality Traits d6 Personality Trait 1 I never relinquish my weapon. 2 I welcome any chance to prove my battle skills. 3 I always appear like I am about to kill
. I can get what I want from weaklings that fear me. (Evil) 5 Glory. The goals of the tribe don’t concern me. Personal glory is what I crave. (Chaotic) 6 Savagery. I will not be controlled. (Chaotic
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
members Selenar Woodwise and Gwenhumara Goldmoss approach them to provide more information about Redwood Watch’s call for heroes. Read or paraphrase the following: Standing before you are two wood
pleased you answered our call,” Gwenhumara says. “Something evil lurks in Redwood Grove. Given our history with the dragon Death-at-Sunset, you can understand our concern—and now villagers are missing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
others have yet to board a boat. The remaining boats have enough space for them and the characters. Before the characters head to their boats, read the following text: “Hold the boat!” a voice rasps from
as Jeyev Veldrews, Cudgel’s lieutenant. He says he’s been sent by Becklin to pass on the following information: The battle with the Red Dragon Army went poorly, but a few of the Ironclad Regiment
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Battle at Steel Springs The trip from Wheelwatch back to Kalaman is uneventful. On their return to Castle Kalaman, the character with the highest passive Wisdom (Perception) score notices the castle
characters find him, he isn’t a military leader, doesn’t understand the characters’ concern, and can do little now the troops have been sent.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Battle Begins When the characters are ready, Darrett or a militia member guides them into line with the other Vogler troops. Read the following description: After much laughter and jostling, the
, a reenactor hoots and yells, “Let’s send those Istarian rats running!”
A moment later, a trumpet blast signals the start of the battle. “For Istar!” yells the mercenaries’ leader, a tall half-ogre
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
” section that follows. 4. Strahd’s Enemy Flip over card 4, and read: This card sheds light on one who will help you greatly in the battle against darkness. This card determines where the characters can
Card Reading When you perform a card reading before running the adventure, write down the results for reference later. If the characters have their fortunes read in the adventures, do the card
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
encounters. Each monster features an “As a Mythic Encounter” section that highlights its mythic trait, notes how using it changes the difficulty of the encounter and the rewards, and includes read-aloud text you can use mid-battle to signal a terrifying shift in the conflict. (SAM ROWAN)
monsters. If you so choose, you may simply ignore a monster’s mythic trait and mythic actions. If you wish to increase a battle’s stakes, though, using a monster’s mythic trait results in some mid-battle
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
Trial by Combat Xedalli asks the characters to serve as her champions. If the characters accept, read: Xeleth sneers. “Very well, sister, since you won’t face me yourself, I, too, name a champion
the zodar to 0 hit points. The zodar wins the battle if all the characters are at 0 hit points at the start of the zodar’s turn or if the characters who are still standing concede defeat. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
the characters wrap up a day of their new courses and head toward Bow’s End Tavern on the central campus for some socializing.
In this scene, the characters learn about the Battle of Strixhaven, a
you’re ready to begin, read or paraphrase the following, altering the text to incorporate the student’s name or other details:
Your peers’ shouts of camaraderie punctuate the air as you finish your
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
doesn’t concern herself with the private affairs of her clientele, nor does she mind when visitors get rowdy or turn violent — as long as they’re willing to pay for damages afterward. In public, Laraelra
is often seen with her crab familiar perched on one shoulder. From dawn till noon, she retires to her cabin (area L4) to eat, rest, and read her spellbook. The Low Lantern serves drinks and snacks
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
her temple collapses to ash and bone is a memorable way to wrap up a campaign — but the characters might not survive as anything more than memories. During the battle in the temple, read the following
Facing Tiamat When the forces of good have been deployed and the battle begun, the characters will take on the most important goal of assaulting the Temple of Tiamat. Making their way through the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
. The stalkers fight to the death. Storm Galas Windrage creates a storm to distract the characters and their allies before the coming battle. When the storm begins, read the following boxed text aloud
the coming battle. There is one invisible stalker per two members of the party, including sidekicks. The encounter begins when the characters hear the captain yell from his cabin as he is attacked
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Preparing for Battle When the characters and people of Vogler arrive at High Hill, read the following description: Passing through woods and fields, Vogler’s parade of militia members and reenactment
, if for no other reason than to honor Ispin Greenshield’s last wishes. If a character refuses, Mayor Raven offers to pay them 5 gp to be a judge during the battle, making sure no one uses real weapons
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
Battle of Strixhaven Before the day of the Battle of Strixhaven dawns, allow the players plenty of time to tie up any loose ends their characters currently have on campus. If they haven’t chosen a
this adventure. Once you’re ready to begin, read the following: The last day of the term has finally arrived, and it’s time for you to crush your opponents at Mage Tower or face ignominious defeat
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
Beast of Grakenok When Grakenok comes into sight, read or paraphrase the description below. If Sytri or Tol reached Grakenok before the characters, they are already engaged in battle. With its
Schley Map 9.1: Courier Four-Way Battle The characters, Sytri, and Tol all seek the glory of defeating the elder whirlwyrm. Track how much damage each character and the rival heroes deal to the monster
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
her temple collapses to ash and bone is a memorable way to wrap up a campaign—but the characters might not survive as anything more than memories. During the battle in the temple, read the following
Facing Tiamat When the forces of good have been deployed and the battle begun, the characters will take on the most important goal of assaulting the Temple of Tiamat. Making their way through the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
). The course covers the anatomy, abilities, and dispositions of monsters commonly encountered while adventuring. Students read popular accounts related to Aberrations, Monstrosities, and Oozes, as well
as studying how best to either avoid a fight with such creatures or battle them and emerge triumphant. The class’s professor is Verelda Lang (chaotic neutral dryad professor from Witherbloom College
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
tower the characters observe on their ascent. When the characters reach the pinnacle, read the following text: The commander of the Feathergale Knights is a well-built male human in his early fifties
Feathergale Spire (see chapter 2) Doing one’s duty for the realm Hunting and hawking Hippogriffs, giant vultures, and other aerial mounts If the characters mention elemental cults, read the following text
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Battle of Kalaman After a brief lull in the initial attacks on Kalaman, the Red Dragon Army unleashes its wrath on the city. If the characters rested after the events of the previous section, their
rest concludes to the sound of warning horns. Darrett or a messenger from Marshal Vendri urges them to hurry to the command post atop the Trade Gate. Once the characters arrive, read the following text
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
The Pudding King The mad svirfneblin waits for the characters in his disgusting throne room. If the characters haven’t seen the throne room before, read the boxed text description of the room (see
dissolves into a dense puddle of goo. Read the following boxed text as he expires: “You haven’t won! No! We will rise from our children! We will be reborn from the Faceless Lord! Juiblex will consume