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Basic Rules (2014)
druidic circles. Many rangers, though, are independent almost to a fault, knowing that, when a dragon or a band of orcs attacks, a ranger might be the first—and possibly the last—line of
grouse and whine about the hardships of the wild, rangers respond with some mixture of amusement, frustration, and compassion. But they quickly learn that other adventurers who can carry their own weight
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
noble heroes who respond without hesitation to the pleas of innocent villagers crying for help; other groups are hardened mercenaries who respond only to offers of payment. Some groups are devoted to
familiar trope. The mysterious figure who presents adventurers with a quest on behalf of the king might be the king in disguise. The wizard in the tower might be a projected illusion created by a band of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Entering the Village As the characters progress into the village, read the following: In the distance, a slender figure tends to the wounded villagers, who respond with heartfelt gratitude. As the
Rufina or the other villagers: Paloma is seen as a hero by the poor. Her band raids the estates and caravans of corrupt landowners and shares the captured wealth with folk who need it. She initially
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Anatomy of a War Band A gnoll war band is likely to contain a variety of gnolls and other creatures, and no two of these groups have the same composition. The gnolls that make up the rank and file
, and the flesh gnawers, which rely on natural savagery rather than weapons to tear apart their foes. A pack of hyenas is always part of the band, and sometimes these beasts are as numerous as the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
, when a dragon or a band of orcs attacks, a ranger might be the first — and possibly the last — line of defense. This fierce independence makes rangers well suited to adventuring, since they are
accustomed to life far from the comforts of a dry bed and a hot bath. Faced with city-bred adventurers who grouse and whine about the hardships of the wild, rangers respond with some mixture of amusement
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
band of orcs attacks, a ranger might be the first — and possibly the last — line of defense. This fierce independence makes rangers well suited to adventuring, since they are accustomed to life far
from the comforts of a dry bed and a hot bath. Faced with city-bred adventurers who grouse and whine about the hardships of the wild, rangers respond with some mixture of amusement, frustration, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Cult Reprisals The cults of Elemental Evil don’t wait passively for a band of heroes to systematically eliminate each cult’s surface outpost. Even if the characters destroy one of the Haunted Keep
of danger and impels them to respond. You have four reprisals to choose from: “Tremors,” “Skyriders,” “Reaver Ambush,” and “Fiery Fangs.” Let player interest and your own sense of pacing dictate
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
enthusiasts combine their athletic skills with the finesse of artists as they choreograph water dances to the latest popular songs. Live-Action Roleplaying Guild Skills: Animal Handling, Performance
Gorunn These bodybuilders support each other in developing strong muscles and even stronger friendships. Strixhaven Show Band Association Skills: Sleight of Hand, Performance Member: Aurora Luna
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
objects or creatures to smash. Gruesome Gluttons. Ogres eat almost anything, but they especially enjoy the taste of dwarves, halflings, and elves. When they can, they combine dinner with pleasure, chasing
, attacking anything that crosses its path. Only after an ogre has depleted an area of food does it move on.
Ogre Gangs. Ogres sometimes band together in small, nomadic groups, but they lack a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Uthgardt Lands When I was newly departed from my homeland and first found my way to the North, I encountered a band of Uthgardt nomads on the trail — a part of the Elk tribe, led by a warrior named
anticipation of any demand, I offered Gyrt a fine dagger from Evereska, as well as a necklace I wore. For her band I offered a bag of baubles I’d brought for such an occasion. Pleased with my gifts and assured
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
information and respond to questions from the party. If the characters miss an important detail, this NPC can reinforce details in a way books and recollected facts can’t.
Any one of these methods is
useful for revealing a few details. You can combine them to share nuanced histories and help players feel like they’re digging into a rich and realistic history.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
stay and fight, and nothing anyone has said has changed his mind. Kerbin’s daughter Dreena sent a message to the elves of the High Forest, but no one knows if or when they might respond. As far as they
defending the weak and meting out justice to the Iceshield tribe. He has been trying to bring retribution to the orcs for their depredations, and he just arrived with news that a large orc war band
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
away the location of its lair. One might appear before a band of dwarves traveling through the area and demand a toll for safe passage through its territory, expecting payment in the form of gems — and
dwarves must be to blame, the dragon engages them in a wider conflict, and the dwarves respond in kind. Even if neither side destroys the other, both will be severely weakened, after which the rival
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
picture of the scene.
Ask the Players, “What Do You Do?” If the players aren’t sure how to respond, suggest ways they could glean more information, like looking for tracks.
Narrate the Results
Hit Points by Pral or his cohorts has the Unconscious condition but is Stable. If all the characters are defeated by Pral’s band, they wake up 1 hour later on the trail with 1 Hit Point—and 10 fewer
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
Factions Three power groups operate around Castle Naerytar: the Cult of the Dragon, a band of bullywugs, and a lizardfolk tribe. The black dragon Voaraghamanthar, along with its kobold and lizardfolk
aides to Borngray and Rezmir. Bullywugs The band of bullywugs serving the Cult of the Dragon follows the dictates of Pharblex Spattergoo (see appendix D for statistics), a rare bullywug who has mastered
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
Factions Three power groups operate around Castle Naerytar: the Cult of the Dragon, a band of bullywugs, and a lizardfolk tribe. The black dragon Voaraghamanthar, along with its kobold and lizardfolk
and Rezmir. Bullywugs The band of bullywugs serving the Cult of the Dragon follows the dictates of Pharblex Spattergoo (see appendix D), a rare bullywug who has mastered shamanistic magic. His
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
from a ruler or council. 11 Help a villain find redemption. 12 Parley with a villain. 13 Smuggle weapons to rebel forces. 14 Stop a band of smugglers. 15 Gather intelligence on an enemy force. 16 Win a
this chapter). 5. Anticipate the Villain’s Reactions As the adventurers pursue their goals and foil the villain’s plans, how does the villain respond? Does it lash out in violence or send dire warnings
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
gibbering mouthers and then retreat from this room without defeating them all, the surviving gibbering mouthers combine into a single flesh meld (see appendix A) that arises from the muck the next time the
cloaker mutate’s identity is overcome by Thorgran’s psychic echoes until the end of its turn. The creature doesn’t move, attack, or respond to anything the characters say. It instead utters one of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
other and against nearby Humanoids. Eliminating the giant will return the volatile situation to an uneasy status quo. 6 A frost giant leads a mixed band of weaker giants in a campaign of bloodlust to
adventure hooks that you can use instead, or combine with the ones here, as inspiration strikes you. Delve into the Past d6 Adventure Hook 1 During a long drought, the water level of a lake lowers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
helps the mortals of the Material Plane. The celestials of Irian are also those most likely to respond to planar ally and similar spells. Irian Manifest Zone Features d4 Feature 1 The waters of a
nature work to tear down anything built within the zone. Weather, vegetation, and a rapid rate of decay combine to quickly destroy structures built in the region and overgrow the ruins. 3 The zone is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
-gnawed carcasses heaped beside the brazier attest to an indifferent effort to cook them over the coals. There are two doors: one north and one south.
This is the den of a band of lizardfolk who
corridor outside. If intruders try to slip past the guard post, the bugbears in this room storm out to attack them from the rear. Any fighting here alerts Morbeoth and his guards (area C17). They respond to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
six mostly broken statues are the remains of a band of adventurers who sought shade in this cave and ran afoul of the basilisks in the promenade (area H3). All six were transformed into lightning
the north end of this spacious cavern. Imposing statues of winged figures that combine human and draconic features stand in front of the four southernmost pillars. Massive crystal formations dot the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
of the world and can communicate with other creatures. In extremely rare cases, groups of these creatures band together, creating colonies. These bonded mimics cooperate to create larger objects than
can respond telepathically. Unearthly Roads Currents of magic run through the world—invisible, artery-like networks that exert subtle influence and connect disparate lands. The greatest of these
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
of plate armor it once belonged to. Beneath the breastplate, buried in mud, is a longsword. These items were the property of a member of a band of inexperienced adventurers who tried to penetrate the
the characters unless they see the sahuagin prisoner traveling with them. If they hear combat in either area 50 or area 52, they respond and help defend their potential allies. In this case, they leave
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a1
creatures. The bodies lie upon a floor of filth, old bones, hair, and fur that combine to make a particularly large and vile nest.
Investigating. The humanoid corpses in the chamber include two goblins
, to wedge the lid shut. Development. If characters fall into the pit or otherwise make excessive noise, the goblins in the area 36 to the north are alerted. Alerted goblins respond in 2 rounds. These