been before desire changing return

Moloch

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

(spell save DC 21): At will: alter self (can become Medium when changing his appearance), confusion, detect magic, fly, major image, stinking cloud, suggestion, wall of fire Teleport. Moloch teleports

time in preparing for his return. He amassed an army of devils and monsters and left them to make final preparations for invading the Nine Hells, while he ventured to the Material Plane in search of an

Guards and Wards Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

tall, and shaped as you desire. You can ward several stories of a stronghold by dividing the area among them, as long as you can walk into each contiguous area while you are casting the spell. When you

appear in the places you designate; they return within 10 minutes if dispersed by wind while guards and wards lasts. Place a constant gust of wind in one corridor or room. Place a suggestion in one

Tabaxi Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

stories, artifacts, and lore. Those who survive this period of wanderlust return home in their elder years to share news of the outside world. In this manner, the tabaxi remain isolated but never ignorant

mull over the stories and rumors they collected like a miser counting coins. Although material wealth holds little attraction for the tabaxi, they have an insatiable desire to find and inspect ancient

Monk Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

training. Many entered the monastery as children, sent to live there when their parents died, when food couldn’t be found to support them, or in return for some kindness that the monks had performed

seriously, approaching their adventures as personal tests of their physical and spiritual growth. As a rule, monks care little for material wealth and are driven by a desire to accomplish a greater

Fraz-Urb'luu Legacy

Monsters Out of the Abyss

will: alter self (can become Medium-sized when changing his appearance), detect magic, dispel magic, phantasmal force 3/day each: confusion, dream, mislead, programmed illusion, seeming 1/day each

elaborate fantasies that have no bearing on reality. When I return my focus to the world, I have a hard time remembering that it was just a daydream.” 61–80 “I convince myself that

Triton Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

foes when they found them and drove the rest into hiding. With their foes banished to the deepest reaches of the sea, tritons settled in to watch for any sign of their return. Over time, the tritons

have never been to the surface world. They struggle with the idea that they can’t easily move up and down out of water, and the changing of the seasons mystifies them. Tritons also find the

Star Spawn Larva Mage

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

Return to Worms. When the mage is reduced to 0 hit points, it breaks apart into a swarm of insects (see the Monster Manual) in the same space. Unless the swarm is destroyed, the mage reforms from it

. However much they might desire to enter and dominate the Material Plane, the Elder Evils are unable or unwilling to leave their realms. Some are imprisoned in their dimensions by external forces, some

The Cauldron Was Saved

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

The Cauldron Was Saved If her cauldron was not destroyed, Zybilna offers her rescuers the use of a wish spell in return for their accomplishments: “As a reward, I offer you one free casting of a wish

spell. Tell me, what is your hearts’ desire?” Zybilna honors the spirit of the characters’ request and doesn’t try to twist their words. If the characters want to be returned to their home world

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

diplomacy. They care only for satisfying their insatiable desire for battle, to smash their foes and appease their gods. Booming Birth Rate In order to replenish the casualties of their endless warring

serve as a battering ram if a settlement dares to close its gates, blocking the way to the treasures and tasty food that lie within. A heavily laden wagon that requires the strongest orcs to return it to

Endless Torment

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

reminders of the Darklord’s inadequacies. When symbolism is too subtle, the literal specters from the Darklord’s past return to haunt them. Unpleasant Hope. The Darklord’s desire—commonly their bond—is

Endless Torment In every domain, instruments of suffering from the Darklord’s past ensure their greatest desire remains in view but ever out of reach. Even though a Darklord is effectively immortal

Den of Villainy

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Astarion's Book of Hungers

associated with law enforcement to leave and never return; those who defy these instructions become Reigra’s victims. Further, representatives of criminal organizations make regular payments of coins

, and ensuring that no witnesses ever speak to the authorities. Each week, the manager gives these bribes to a hooded, ever-changing courier who, of course, knows nothing about their boss. Haven for

Running This Chapter

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

Running This Chapter In this chapter, the characters explore the halls of Lavoglia, better known as the Palace of Heart’s Desire. Most likely, they’ve learned of Zybilna’s betrayal at the hands of

can free Zybilna and count on her help in return—perhaps even gaining a wish spell for their trouble. Before your first game session in this chapter, follow these steps to help make the players

Dark Duchess

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

riches even in death. A character who has the Pirate Cannibal secret (see appendix B) might want to return to this site to claim Captain Bluemoon’s treasure. Characters might also be drawn to this site by

a tall tale (see “Tall Tales in Ten-Towns”) or a desire to help the tavernkeepers of Bremen (see “Zero Rum”).

Triumphant Return

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes’ Feast: Saving the Children’s Menu

Triumphant Return When the characters return to the River Shining Tavern, Kaga and Jacque are relieved to see them, then saddened to learn of Arthur Holrow’s death. If the characters retrieved all

the ingredients, Kaga prepares a feast fit for heroes. Jacque places a heaping plate of Kaga’s Stumblenoodles in the center of the large round table, along with anything else the characters desire (you

Character Traits

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

away anything for free and always expect something in return. 7 I have many vices and tend to indulge them. 8 I’m always changing my mind—well, almost always. The arrival of the Witchlight Carnival is a highly anticipated event

good, which is why I live by an ever-changing set of rules. (Chaotic) 5 Honor. A deal is a deal, and I would never break one. (Lawful) 6 Rule of Three. Everything in the multiverse happens in threes. I

Training and Asceticism

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

return for some kindness that the monks had performed for their families. Some monks live entirely apart from the surrounding population, secluded from anything that might impede their spiritual

by a desire to accomplish a greater mission than merely slaying monsters and plundering their treasure.

21. Lord of Fetid Obliteration

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

, Kuketh doesn’t honor agreements for very long. Its only consistent desire is to escape from Undermountain and return to the Outer Plane of Limbo. 21c. Secret Vault This cave is hidden behind a secret

Training and Asceticism

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

return for some kindness that the monks had performed for their families. Some monks live entirely apart from the surrounding population, secluded from anything that might impede their spiritual

by a desire to accomplish a greater mission than merely slaying monsters and plundering their treasure.

Developments

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

She shall return!” As with the first assault on the adventurers, try to ensure that if the attackers are defeated, at least one escapes to report the outcome of the battle. Most easily, the dragon can

— one that not only exceeds what the cult is paying but covers the damage to reputation that comes from changing sides in the middle of battle. A good starting offer is 10,000 gp, or 2,000 gp per

Lords and Their Thralls

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

better able to pursue the demon’s goal in the world. Sects dedicated to the worship of the various demon lords are spread across the mortal worlds of the multiverse as well as the Abyss. In return for

advantage of that same reverence, a demon might send its cultists into battle to soften up an enemy before the demon enters the fray itself. Many cultists gravitate to a demon lord out of a desire for

Developments

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

She shall return!” As with the first assault on the adventurers, try to ensure that if the attackers are defeated, at least one escapes to report the outcome of the battle. Most easily, the dragon can

—one that not only exceeds what the cult is paying but covers the damage to reputation that comes from changing sides in the middle of battle. A good starting offer is 10,000 gp, or 2,000 gp per

Halflings

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

travelers as a rule, with tongues and hearts as nimble as their feet. Whereas if strongheart halflings are on the move, it always seems driven by a desire to return to home or find and settle in a

Carnival Owners

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

-kai transformed into fun-loving free spirits who secretly dread the day when the two carnivals cross paths again. They have no desire to return to their gloomy old carnival, which is described in more

rooting for Zybilna’s return. They know Zybilna’s true identity but dare not reveal it. Appendix D contains additional roleplaying notes for Mister Witch and Mister Light.

The Cartophile

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish

costs, and any hirelings accompanying the party attempt to complete this secret agenda over any others. Even if his goals are legitimate, the Cartophile’s desire to trace the original expedition of his

ancestors might offer further connections to be developed. If one of the brains in jars belongs to one of those relatives and is provided with a new body (see below), it might return to civilization

Where to Go?

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

characters to go to Gracklstugh to acquire better equipment, and out of a desire to return to his people. He also intends to murder the characters one by one along the way, believing them to be divine

acquire boats. Shuushar wishes to return to his own people in hopes of guiding them to the enlightenment he has achieved. Stool can’t navigate and has no knowledge of the local area, but it desperately

Sphinx of Valor

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

Sphinx of Valor Sphinxes of valor guard world-changing or dangerous secrets—evidence of weird truths, deadly Artifacts, and things that shouldn’t exist. They inhabit hidden, magical sites and hold

the spies’ patrons desire. They’re trained to manipulate, infiltrate, and—when necessary—escape in a hurry. Many adopt disguises, aliases, or code names to maintain anonymity. Roll on or choose a

Wight

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

Wight The word “wight” meant “person” in days of yore, but the name now refers to evil undead who were once mortals driven by dark desire and great vanity. When death stills such a creature’s heart

and snuffs its living breath, its spirit cries out to the demon lord Orcus or some vile god of the underworld for a reprieve: undeath in return for eternal war on the living. If a dark power answers

Modifying a Class

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

modify existing classes to better serve your game’s needs. Changing Proficiencies Changing a class’s proficiencies is a safe and simple way to modify a class to better reflect your world. Swapping

presented as a divine blessing. Changing Spell Lists Modifying a class’s spell list usually has little effect on a character’s power but can change the flavor of a class significantly. In your world

Outer Planes

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

. Adventurers could take a guided tour of the Nine Hells, from the first layer to the ninth, in a single day — if the powers of the Hells desire it. Or it could take weeks for travelers to make a

Elysium, the Blessed Fields of NG The Beastlands, the Wilderness of NG, CG Arborea, the Olympian Glades of CG Ysgard, the Heroic Domains of CN, CG Limbo, the Ever-Changing Chaos of CN Pandemonium, the

Outer Planes

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

take a guided tour of the Nine Hells, from the first layer to the ninth, in a single day — if the powers of the Hells desire it. Or it could take weeks for travelers to make a grueling trek across a

of CG Ysgard, the Heroic Domains of CN, CG Limbo, the Ever-Changing Chaos of CN Pandemonium, the Windswept Depths of CN, CE The Abyss, the Infinite Layers of CE Carceri, the Tarterian Depths of NE, CE

Book Description

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

encouragement and advice on grooming and self-confidence. As it does so, the illusion shows the creature looking into the mirror, but changing and grooming its skin, hair, makeup, and clothing as

mentions a desire to change something about itself, or that it feels unwell, tired, or unhappy, the illusion responds, “If rest, relaxation, or transformation is what you need, then follow the lilies

Complications

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild

want to send them back—you can work that into this final showdown. Whichever agent the characters return to is disappointed in their progress, but comes up with an alternative plan. Knowing that the

agent or the other. If aided, he agrees to work with the characters in whatever fashion they desire. 46–55 The Infernal Machine comes to life, summoning a CR 5 monster (your choice) that attacks

Tazmikella

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

a sore reminder of the animosity that has often arisen between the two peoples. Desire. Tazmikella agrees with Protanther that the metallic dragons could strike against the chromatic dragons

chapter 15. Tazmikella can even return the item the characters gave to her as a concession. (She does not covet it when it might do others good, but simply resents having had it stolen.)

Arborea

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

Arborea and then leave sometimes experience a desperate desire to return—a yearning so intense that it can interfere with day-to-day life. What secrets lie buried in the sands of Mithardir? An expedition

General Features

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

. Characters who return to look for a spot previously cut through will never find it. The hedge walls are 8 feet tall, allowing the adventurers to see the tower above them from many locations. This view

sky notices that the constellations are completely unfamiliar. Area 1 is the heart of the maze, and characters will return there many times as they seek the entrance to the tower. If they do things

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