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Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
that don’t please its patron fall away as its master’s desires become the purpose that drives it. The deathlock immediately resumes work on its patron’s behalf.
Whatever the goal
, it always reflects the patron’s interests, ranging from small-scale concerns to matters of cosmic scope. A deathlock in the thrall of a Fiend might work to destroy a specific temple dedicated to
Monsters
Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
possesses a silver needle that pins its soul to its body. By posing as simple toys or hiding their desires, a carrionette gets close to an unsuspecting victim. It then uses its needle to swap souls
porcelain dolls are the most common, all manner of deadly stuffed animals, crawling jack-in-the-boxes, bloodthirsty poppets, murderous jewelry box ballerinas, and so forth might be carrionettes. These
Charlatan
Legacy
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Backgrounds
Player’s Handbook (2014)
You have always had a way with people. You know what makes them tick, you can tease out their hearts’ desires after a few minutes of conversation, and with a few leading questions you can read
, you promise to deliver. Common sense should steer people away from things that sound too good to be true, but common sense seems to be in short supply when you’re around. The bottle of pink
Magic Items
Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
out to a range of 120 feet.
The weapon communicates telepathically with its wielder and can speak, read, and understand Common. It has a calm, delicate voice. The weapon can sense the presence of non
-lawful creatures within 120 feet of it.
Personality. Azuredge is sworn to protect Waterdeep, and it desires to be wielded by a law-abiding person willing to dedicate everything to the city’s
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
can tease out their hearts’ desires after a few minutes of conversation, and with a few leading questions you can read them like they were children’s books. It’s a useful talent, and
one that you’re perfectly willing to use for your advantage.
You know what people want and you deliver, or rather, you promise to deliver. Common sense should steer people away from things that
Lizardfolk
Legacy
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
have more in common with iguanas or dragons than they do with humans, dwarves, or elves. Lizardfolk possess an alien and inscrutable mindset, their desires and thoughts driven by a different set of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Magic Items The world of Eberron thrums with the power of magic. Artificers, magewrights, wizards, and other spellcasters produce an abundance of magic items, particularly those with the common
objects created by the daelkyr. While not fully sentient, these symbiotic items are partially organic. Attuning to such an item reflects physically bonding with it. While these objects aren’t evil, some people might be disturbed upon seeing your living armor or tentacle whip!
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
courtyards paved with silver bricks, and the secret desires of the multiverse. Foyer Nafas receives visitors in the foyer—a wide, windowed reception hall that looks out on the Infinite Staircase. As one
from the center of the palace, the Well of Destiny is a magnet for the words of hopeful souls manifesting their desires to the winds. When he isn’t entertaining guests, Nafas can usually be found here
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
. Semuanya’s followers believe in pushing their limits in the face of the most hostile conditions. Semuanya’s realm reflects this: a vast, densely canopied swamp that is colorful, sweet smelling, and full of
bog. Dangerous plants are also common in the deepest parts of the mire, but among them grow fruits and herbs that can be used to brew some of the rarest elixirs in the Outlands.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
have more in common with iguanas or dragons than they do with humans, dwarves, or elves. Lizardfolk possess an alien and inscrutable mindset, their desires and thoughts driven by a different set of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
The Game of Mage Tower Mage Tower is one of Strixhaven’s most common student games. The Battle of Strixhaven is an intramural championship held every three years in Strixhaven Stadium for bragging
students, usually not exceeding five. Each team is represented by a small mascot creature that reflects one of Strixhaven’s colleges, as described in the “Mascots” section of chapter 1. When the game begins
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
overpowering urge to serve consumes the mind of a newly awakened deathlock. All goals and ambitions it had in life that don’t please its patron fall away as its master’s desires become the purpose that
in gathering servants of its own. Whatever the goal, it always reflects the patron’s interests, ranging from small-scale concerns to matters of cosmic scope. A deathlock in the thrall of a fiend might
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
has always been. Its strength lies in its numbers. The conclave clings to the ideal of a peaceful collective in which individual desires are subordinate to the good of the whole group. The guild wants
toward the pursuit of the common good. At the same time, the guild’s connection with the natural world gives the conclave a fervent appreciation for the interconnectedness of all things. Selesnya doesn’t
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Umberlee The ***** Queen, the Queen of the Depths, the Wavemother No community that lives by the sea can ignore the influence of Umberlee, the furious goddess whose tempestuous nature reflects and
common moniker suggests, she is viewed as capricious and cruel with no firm ethical outlook; the sea is a savage place, and those who travel it had best be willing to pay the price of challenging her
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Domains Sinister demiplanes known as domains constitute the realms of Ravenloft. These domains vary widely, but they share a number of common features: Domains Are Finite. The domains vary in size
haze. Domains share neither borders nor common geography, and you can’t peer from one domain into another. The environments, cultures, and residents of one domain don’t influence those of other domains
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Senses passive Perception 13
Languages Common, Elvish
Challenge 2 (450 XP)
Fey Ancestry. Brahma has advantage on saving throws against being charmed, and magic can’t put her to sleep
each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success. It has disadvantage on these saves if being charmed by Brahma is something the target openly or secretly desires. For 1 hour after the charm
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
gouts of water. A riverine’s personality reflects the nature of the river it arises from—some are lethargic while others are wild and reckless. Riverine
Large Fey, Any Alignment
Armor Class 14
+5, Wis +7, Cha +9
Skills Insight +7, Nature +5, Perception +7
Damage Resistances acid, fire
Senses blindsight 60 ft., passive Perception 17
Languages Aquan, Common, Sylvan
Challenge 12
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Warforged Traits Your warforged character has the following traits. A few of the traits give you a choice; consider how your choice reflects the purpose for which your character was built. Ability
this way. While you live, your armor can’t be removed from your body against your will. Specialized Design. You gain one skill proficiency and one tool proficiency of your choice. Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and one other language of your choice.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
reflects human ideas about art and beauty. Over time this perspective was skewed toward the concept that the snake is the perfect form, so serpents are a common theme in their aesthetic. The major
paved. Fountains, gardens, and carved, freestanding columns are common elements. Six-foot-high walls high divide the community into city blocks or districts, with open arches allowing traffic to pass
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
, Tletepecs make great efforts to sustain the common culture and values that unite them, embodying that culture in their food and festivals. Spicy dishes are a specialty; the hotter the feeling on the
meanings drawn from words in the Tletlahtolli language related to nature. Many Tletepecs change their name on reaching adulthood, choosing a new name that reflects their accomplishments or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
found in the armies of most nations. Due to the considerable training required to master magic, this has remained an elite specialty. The common soldier wields a spear or crossbow but it’s not unusual
by the ability to cast at least two cantrips, typically drawn from the sorcerer or wizard spell list. A common wandslinger also knows a single 1st-level spell, which they can cast once per long rest
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
sometimes work with bandits to abduct travelers, releasing captives only if they accept a dangerous bargain. Roll on or choose a result from the Lamia Pacts table to inspire a lamia’s desires. Lamia
, Stealth +5
Senses Darkvision 60 ft.; Passive Perception 12
Languages Abyssal, Common
CR 4 (XP 1,100; PB +2)
Actions
Multiattack. The lamia makes two Claw attacks. It can replace one attack
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
acrobats. Performers carry the message of Rakdos out into the streets: cut loose, free yourself from the bonds of society’s mores and expectations, and indulge your desires. Rakdos Performer
Medium
)
CHA
15(+2)
Saving Throws Dex +5, Cha +4
Skills Acrobatics +7, Performance +4
Senses passive Perception 9
Languages any one language (usually Common)
Challenge 1 (200 XP)
Nimble. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Mod Save
Int 14 +2 +5
Wis 11 +0 +3
Cha 15 +2 +5
Gear Javelins (9), Longsword, Plate Armor, Shield
Senses Darkvision 60 ft.; Passive Perception 10
Languages Common
loyally serves its creator. A homunculus is reduced to inert material if its creator dies.
A homunculus’s appearance reflects its creator’s tastes. Roll on or choose a result from the Homunculus Features
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
charm of your choice, subject to the DM’s approval (see “Supernatural Gifts” in the Dungeon Master’s Guide).
Fey Kinship. For 5d6 days, you gain either the Fey Ancestry trait common among elves or the
Speak with Small Beasts trait common among forest gnomes.
Guide. You and your companions receive help from a guide who can guarantee safe passage through a particular region of the Feywild (such as
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
stone arches beneath a 30-foot-high domed ceiling.
Frescoes. Stone panels set into the walls bear frescoes and Dwarvish runes.
The frescoes chronicle the birth of Melair, a common shield dwarf
gp) that reflects color as a prism does. This crown is needed to activate two of Halaster’s gates: on level 8 in area 18b and on level 11 in area 11a. 11e. Life in Undermountain Stone panels set into
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Common 3 days +2
Uncommon 1 +4
Rare 3 +6
Very Rare 8 +8
Legendary 16 +10
This ability to develop a schema represents remarkable talent. It could take House Cannith
years or decades to develop a particular schema; the fact that you can accomplish this in weeks reflects the idea that player characters are innovators. However, it is always up to the DM to decide if
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
reclaim their treasure or start a new hoard—by any means possible. Beleaguered Moguls. Though they live as ruthless raiders, fog giants remain tasteful and refined in their desires. They remember their
giant’s desires. Instead, they seek out grand works of art, wondrous jewelry, and beautiful sculptures. Reasonable Offers. Fog giants are powerful warriors, but they prefer to use threats and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
documancer, knowing that the city’s power — and its weaknesses — can be fully gleaned only from within. Walnut distrusts most folk she meets, except for those whose bearing reflects the matriarchal
Languages Common, Druidic, Elvish, Sylvan
Challenge 3 (700 XP)
Fey Ancestry. Walnut has advantage on saving throws against being charmed, and magic can’t put her to sleep.
Mask of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
Felidar A felidar is a celestial creature whose nature reflects an inherent devotion to law and order. It resembles an enormous cat with two pairs of downward-sloping horns and prominent teeth. Its
(+3)
CHA
14(+2)
Saving Throws Dex +6, Wis +6, Cha +5
Skills Insight +6, Perception +6
Senses truesight 120 ft., passive Perception 16
Languages understands Celestial and Common but
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
their desires, a carrionette gets close to an unsuspecting victim. It then uses its needle to swap souls with the victim, stealing the victim’s body while trapping the victim’s soul in its own doll-like
. Carrionettes might appear as any type of toy or piece of art. While marionettes and porcelain dolls are the most common, all manner of deadly stuffed animals, crawling jack-in-the-boxes, bloodthirsty
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
material, heavy iron boots, and a heavy bladed weapon. From the moment it awakens, a redcap desires only murder and carnage, and it sets out to satisfy these cravings. Even if a redcap wanted to be
Senses Darkvision 60 ft., Passive Perception 13
Languages Common, Sylvan
Challenge 3 (700 XP)
Iron Boots. While moving, the redcap has disadvantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks.
Outsize
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Adventures in Kalakeri Kalakeri is trapped in an unbreakable spiral of suffering and hate. The common folk exert no control over the struggle for the Sapphire Throne and are forced to maintain the
.
10 Ramya desires a consort to cement her rulership and bring stability to the kingdom. A character who is a capable warrior catches her attention.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
spells such as thorn whip. And when enemies hear K’thriss whisper the deep truths of the Ur — typically something about how on a geologic time scale, everyone’s desires are meaningless — they remember it
., passive Perception 12
Languages Celestial, Common, Elvish, Undercommon; can read all writing
Challenge 3 (700 XP)
Special Equipment. K’thriss wears a robe of stars (accounted for in his
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
desires. A boneclaw can serve only an evil creature. If its master finds redemption or sincerely turns away from the path of evil, the boneclaw is destroyed. Otherwise, a boneclaw can’t be destroyed
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 16
Languages Common plus one language spoken by its master
Challenge 12 (8,400 XP) Proficiency Bonus +4
Rejuvenation. While its master lives, a