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cousins, the ancient deep crows. Whether these gargantuan specimens are elder deep crows grown to great size or some higher form that holds lesser deep crows in thrall remains to be determined. Ideally
an ancient deep crow's lair is transformed by the creature's presence, which creates one or more of the following effects:
Supernatural shadow turns all bright light to dim light in underground
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
deal or try to steal from it. A morkoth knows every person and object in its collection.
A morkoth’s island has the qualities of a dreamscape. It holds a jumble of objects and creatures the
warped by the creature’s presence, creating the following effects:
Alter Water. With a thought (no action required), the morkoth can initiate a change in the water within its lair that takes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
woman approaches the adventurers to tell them of this dragon, who killed the city’s brass dragon protector. The brass dragon’s egg—which the woman gives to the party—holds the key to defeating
ruins of Haskasori, they discover its many denizens, including its former king. When Anthradusk returns to his lair, the characters can unleash the egg’s strange magic in the presence of the brass
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
their city with rats. These vermin are a ubiquitous presence, and visitors become accustomed to the flash of sudden movement at the periphery of their vision. Some say they are Jacqueline Renier’s
hereditary Renier estate. From here, Jacqueline Renier rules Richemulot. She holds audience from her parlors and public courtrooms, but her private residence is sacrosanct, and few outside her family ever
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
that oppose those beliefs. Among those opponents, one often stands out as a paladin’s most persistent or most formidable foe — a nemesis whose presence or influence is a constant factor in a paladin’s
-breaker and holds you responsible 6 A vampire who has sworn revenge against all paladins after being defeated by one
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
depth of 30 feet. Lurking in the muddy water at the bottom of the cave is a trained hydra. The hydra refrains from announcing its presence or attacking until such time as Kuketh orders it to rise and
door. Treasure. The vault holds treasure collected by the bullywugs, including 56 pp, 2,417 gp, 540 sp, a platinum holy symbol of Sseth (a flying snake with bared fangs) worth 150 gp, and a headband of intellect.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
allies. The Blood of Vol has a strong presence in Port Verge, and Kolberkon recently allowed House Lyrandar to establish an enclave there. But Kolberkon’s thirst for glory may lead him to foolish
Trebaz Sinara, and that this island holds the treasures and tombs of generations of sea lords. However, the island hasn’t been seen in over five hundred years. Many Lhazaar sailors have devoted their lives to finding the legendary lost isle.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within
Zarovich crest. This might be obvious or in a space only accessible to vampires. The Lord’s Presence. Behind a vault-like iron door, an entry chamber holds a high-backed throne. Strahd forbids servants
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a7
presence of a secret door. The character who opens the door will fall to the floor 10 feet below due to a tilting stone at the mouth of the crawlway, taking falling damage (a mere annoyance, but it
. They continue biting until all are killed. Silver. Inside the silver chest is a clear crystal box (worth 1,000 gp) that holds a ring of protection. Someone who succeeds on a DC 15 Wisdom (Perception
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
holds two tiny painted wooden figurines (busts of himself and his sister as young children, which he took from the fresco in area 19).
The adventurers catch Zalthar in a moment of reflection, and he
considers their presence an affront. He is a death knight, with these changes: Zalthar wields a nine lives stealer longsword with 5 charges remaining. He has a +13 bonus to hit with the weapon. On a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
The Archfey Your patron is a lord or lady of the fey, a creature of legend who holds secrets that were forgotten before the mortal races were born. This being’s motivations are often inscrutable, and
emotions, phantasmal force 3rd blink, plant growth 4th dominate beast, greater invisibility 5th dominate person, seeming Fey Presence Starting at 1st level, your patron bestows upon you the ability to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
appearance of loyalty toward rival terrors. Every part of Kalakeri holds secrets and dangers, and nowhere is untouched by its rulers’ war for dominance. When planning adventures in Kalakeri, consider
the “Treachery in Kalakeri” section later in this domain description. The wilds of Kalakeri might also fuel terrifying adventures. The land holds all manner of perilous ruins and mysteries, from the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
kalashtar who holds a rose-colored crystal in his hands. Two more guards dressed like the ones at the gates stand nearby.
A detect magic spell reveals that the grounds of the estate radiate auras of
estate enters the property, the illusion of a unicorn appears wherever the creature is and brays loudly, announcing its presence. Four human guards provide security at the estate, with two at the front
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Fortress. The sea elves know this name but not where it is. However, they can guide the party to the Blue Phoenix Shrine. Bulette. One cage holds a recently captured bulette. It’s hostile to everyone
Zirrok or a successful DC 20 Dexterity check using thieves’ tools. The chest holds a bronze dragon egg, which will soon be claimed by an envoy of the evil cleric Belephaion (see “Wings of Death”). If
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Blingdenstone, paying adventurers to scout and keep an eye on the territory while they organized their people across the dwarven holds and surface-world cities that had received them. After a decade of
-Derith for tools, weapons, and supplies. Because the Blingdenstone economy depends on mining, the Miners’ Guild holds a lot of power in Blingdenstone. Led by the Pickshine family, the Miners’ Guild
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
tradition holds that by emulating dragons, a monk becomes a more integrated part of the world and its magic. By altering their spirit to resonate with draconic might, monks who follow this tradition augment
magnify your presence and imbue your unarmed strikes with the essence of a dragon’s breath. You gain the following benefits: Draconic Presence. If you fail a Charisma (Intimidation) or Charisma
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
gardens. Their presence concentrated magical energy from the Feywild that transformed the gardens into a mystical faerie grove. But a generation ago, a coven of three green hags snuck into the grove
Whispering Wood, a circular copse of trees around a natural spring, where the Feywild’s magic is strongest. In addition to the Whispering Wood, the Feygrove holds an ancient holy well called the Font
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
decades. Thick rime coats every surface and object inside the cabin, including a bed draped in a thick knit blanket. Beside the bed, a small hearth holds a precious store of firewood. The firewood is
three giant vultures, who think that the sound signals mealtime or the presence of prey. They attack unless the characters offer meat to satisfy them. Angajuk Arrives. It takes 30 minutes for Angajuk the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
sovereign to which their oath is sworn, but generally emphasize the following tenets. Law. The law is paramount. It is the mortar that holds the stones of civilization together, and it must be
Spirit Starting at 15th level, you have advantage on saving throws to avoid becoming paralyzed or stunned. Exalted Champion At 20th level, your presence on the field of battle is an inspiration to those
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
much of the former through disuse. When characters enter the same hex as the Narwhal, roll any die. On an odd result, Bwayes is out hunting and automatically detects the characters’ presence before
gear to create a set of cartographer’s tools and a set of leatherworker’s tools, as well as an herbalism kit. A battered wooden trunk near the weretiger’s hammock holds an explorer’s pack, a spyglass
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
The Perfect Hand Difficulty: Easy This sorting puzzle can be used to indicate the presence of a hidden treasure or secret passage. It fits well in a dungeon, a haunted manor, or an abandoned gambling
den. A statue of a halfling, her brow knitted in concentration, is seated at a stone table before you. She holds her empty palms close to her chest, her fingers cupped slightly. A single playing card
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
into a loyal servant of the Nine Hells. If any of the characters fit that description, Zariel senses their power when the characters are in her presence. “Your soul shines bright,” she says. “Brighter
sort of pact with the archdevil, but holds out hope that Zariel can be redeemed if the sword is brought before her. If the characters present the sword to Zariel and either fail to redeem her or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy
you, obscured by the smoke, are two gaunt figures in armor. One clutches a greatsword, while the other holds a struggling, badly wounded Miken Haverstance.
Hallway Features The hallway in the cadet
he spies the characters, he gets the courage to make his presence known to them. Read the following: From the room nearby, a tinny voice quietly says, “Over here. I can help!”
Wizpop is a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
. Underworld Crossing Adventures d12 Adventure Goal
1 Enter the Underworld without alerting Athreos to your presence.
2 Escape the Underworld.
3 Force someone to lose their identity in
side is covered in gold coins. This half of the temple holds a large sanctuary with a cracked floor and sinking altar where phylaskia and cerberi stand guard. Surrounding this cavernous hall, shadowy
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
benefits of an ordered society, as Ephara teaches, and that self-evident lesson is the strongest argument that Ephara’s handful of priests can make to justify their presence in the city. From that
and the altar, often anointed with fresh blood. Inside, a massive bronze minotaur head hangs above the black marble altar. Legend holds that if anyone, minotaur or otherwise, kills a hated rival or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
takes 9 (2d8) necrotic damage. A creature in a dark pool can’t regain hit points. Pedestals. The 3-foot-high pedestals store radiant energy, which is released in the presence of undead intruders. If an
amount by which the check failed. After making one check, a character realizes that every glyph key he or she holds will grant a +1 bonus to the check. When the group disables its first sepulcher, read
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
see?”
Nepartak magically senses the presence of intruders, using telepathy to question all the characters. Roleplay her as a terrified child lost in the dark. In her panic, she might ask any of the
Strength (Athletics) check. Inside, a bundle of faded cloth holds the serpentine bones of a jaculi (the trickster god Moa’s animal form; see appendix D). A staff of the python rests atop these remains
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
constant presence of the Watch — which exclusively patrols that district — goes far toward assuring their security. As a side effect, it also means many patriars go months without engaging with the
guard. Among the common folk and criminal element of the city, patriars have a reputation for callousness. Common wisdom holds that patriars are out of touch with everyday life and value citizens
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
constant presence of the Watch — which exclusively patrols that district — goes far toward assuring their security. As a side effect, it also means many patriars go months without engaging with the
guard. Among the common folk and criminal element of the city, patriars have a reputation for callousness. Common wisdom holds that patriars are out of touch with everyday life and value citizens
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Church of the Silver Flame The Silver Flame is force of light that holds fiends at bay. Those who seek to defend the innocent from evil can draw on the power of the Flame. Every mortal soul can find
principles. As a paladin, are you part of the templar order, or were you a farmer called to action by the Voice of the Silver Flame? The Silver Flame is centered in Thrane, but it has a strong presence
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a3
touched to a given surface and in the presence of other light eventually spreads to cover the entire surface. If a creature falls into the well and is pulled out, the liquid light clings to a small portion
that holds a spell scroll of detect magic. Also in his lair are piles of rich cat furs, eight of the furs worth 5 gp each. Two leather bags beneath the furs hold 1,000 sp each. Lastly, an intricately
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
-seven urns of small value Sixty-one bottles and flasks, valueless except for one that holds a potion of poison, another that is a potion of resistance (fire), and two more that hold potions of
containing six 500 gp gems (gifts from the jarl). A small iron casket among the oni’s belongings holds a gift to the Lord of Oni—a trick box made out of eighteen plates of platinum, eighteen plates of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
through the secret door as soon as the characters appear. Otherwise, if the smugglers have been alerted to the party’s presence, two bandits and a scout are here and ready to fight. Without a smuggler
; each also has a coin purse that holds 7 gp and 15 sp. 22. Sanbalet’s Private Quarters Unlike the barracks, this small room holds comfortable furnishings and appears to be well cared for.
A comfortable
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
appetizers, another entrées, and the third desserts. Evidence of the unseen servant’s presence is obvious from time to time: a broom seemingly sweeping the floor of its own accord, plates and mugs
a large pot of stew bubbling above a fire in it. A pantry holds the ingredients the ogres need to prepare meals for the cloud giants. On the table in the middle of the kitchen are a half dozen
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
the room begins to dissipate, making the area lightly obscured after 1 minute and clear after 5 minutes. 23b. Wormriddle’s Den If Wormriddle the night hag is here and has been alerted to the presence
. Next to this table is a wooden barrel that holds humanoid body parts in various stages of decay.
Hanging Corpses. Four mostly intact human corpses are hanging from hooks mounted to the south wall