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Player’s Handbook
have a knack for finding the solution to just about any problem. A few even learn magical tricks to supplement their other abilities. Many Rogues focus on stealth and deception, while others refine
, Athletics, Deception, Insight, Intimidation, Investigation, Perception, Persuasion, Sleight of Hand, or Stealth
Weapon Proficiencies
Simple weapons and Martial weapons that have the Finesse or
Species
Eberron: Rising from the Last War
The illusions that I weave dazzle and deceive. Sometimes that deception eases your burdens, letting you forget your troubles for a moment. But I can also ease your burdens by ending your life
major families of the house. Known as the Shadow Schism, it resulted in a split withinin Phiarlan—and the foundation of House Thuranni. House Phiarlan continues to offer entertainment and
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Classes
Basic Rules (2014)
variety of skills as they do to perfecting their combat abilities, giving them a broad expertise that few other characters can match. Many rogues focus on stealth and deception, while others refine the
Investigation or plan to take up the Arcane Trickster archetype. Choose Charisma instead if you plan to emphasize deception and social interaction. Second, choose the charlatan background. The Rogue Table
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
. (Any)
3
Self-Improvement. I am a complex gem, and I constantly polish and refine my many facets to make the whole that much more perfect. (Any)
4
Responsibility. Having knowledge and
the lower level brings a creature to the upper level. A creature or object dropped down one of the chimneys continues falling endlessly unless it or some outside force has the means to slow or stop it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
can match. Many rogues focus on stealth and deception, while others refine the skills that help them in a dungeon environment, such as climbing, finding and disarming traps, and opening locks. When it
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
, seeking to understand itself. (Any)
3
Self-Improvement. I am a complex gem, and I constantly polish and refine my many facets to make the whole that much more perfect. (Any)
4
object dropped down one of the chimneys continues falling endlessly unless it or some outside force has the means to slow or stop it. This property of the lair vanishes after 1d10;{"diceNotation":"1d10
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
can match. Many rogues focus on stealth and deception, while others refine the skills that help them in a dungeon environment, such as climbing, finding and disarming traps, and opening locks. When it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
for finding the solution to just about any problem. A few even learn magical tricks to supplement their other abilities. Many Rogues focus on stealth and deception, while others refine skills that help
Intelligence Skill Proficiencies Choose 4: Acrobatics, Athletics, Deception, Insight, Intimidation, Investigation, Perception, Persuasion, Sleight of Hand, or Stealth Weapon Proficiencies Simple weapons and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
even learn magical tricks to supplement their other abilities. Many Rogues focus on stealth and deception, while others refine skills that help them in a dungeon environment, such as climbing, finding
, Deception, Insight, Intimidation, Investigation, Perception, Persuasion, Sleight of Hand, or Stealth Weapon Proficiencies Simple weapons and Martial weapons that have the Finesse or Light property Tool
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
Running for One Character You can run this adventure for a single character of level 12. A Bard is a good choice, given the role that music and storytelling play in the adventure. Ideally, the
character should have proficiency in at least two of the following skills: Deception Intimidation Perception Performance Persuasion Stealth The solo character gains the Blessing of the Lone Champion (see the introduction) to compensate for the lack of companions.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
gnomes, and it continues to act on ancient instructions to prevent intruders from passing through.
This impressive chamber was the heart of the Wave Echo Cave mining operation. Here, the dwarves
melted down their ore to refine ingots of silver, gold, and platinum. The dry channel is where the dwarves diverted the stream from area 18 to power the waterwheel here. That in turn operated the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Minor Illusion Illusion Cantrip (Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard) Casting Time: Action
Range: 30 feet
Components: S, M (a bit of fleece)
Duration: 1 minute
You create a sound or an image of
, or any other sound you choose. The sound continues unabated throughout the duration, or you can make discrete sounds at different times before the spell ends. Image. If you create an image of an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Minor Illusion Illusion Cantrip (Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard) Casting Time: Action
Range: 30 feet
Components: S, M (a bit of fleece)
Duration: 1 minute
You create a sound or an image of
, or any other sound you choose. The sound continues unabated throughout the duration, or you can make discrete sounds at different times before the spell ends. Image. If you create an image of an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
Apprentice Silverquill Apprentice
Medium or Small Humanoid (Bard), Any Alignment
Armor Class 12 (15 with mage armor)
Hit Points 44 (8d8 + 8)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
10 (+0)
DEX
14 (+2
)
CON
13 (+1)
INT
12 (+1)
WIS
11 (+0)
CHA
15 (+2)
Saving Throws Dex +4, Cha +4
Skills Deception +4, Performance +6, Persuasion +6
Senses passive Perception 10
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
armor)
Hit Points 27 (5d8 + 5)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
11(+0)
DEX
12(+1)
CON
13(+1)
INT
12(+1)
WIS
9(−1)
CHA
18(+4)
Skills Deception +6, Performance +6
save DC 14, +6 to hit with spell attacks). It knows the following bard spells:
Cantrips (at will): dancing lights, minor illusion, vicious mockery
1st level (4 slots): bane, dissonant whispers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Phenax’s Champions Alignment: Usually chaotic, often neutral Suggested Classes: Bard, cleric, monk, rogue, warlock Suggested Cleric Domains: Trickery Suggested Backgrounds: Charlatan, criminal
whatever it takes to win. (Evil)
3 Duplicity. I lie when it suits me, which makes things so much easier. (Chaotic)
4 Secrecy. All deception requires secrecy, but not all secrets are meant to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Symbol Level 7 Abjuration (Bard, Cleric, Druid, Wizard) Casting Time: 1 minute
Range: Touch
Components: V, S, M (powdered diamond worth 1,000+ GP, which the spell consumes)
Duration: Until
object, common triggers include opening that object or seeing the glyph. You can refine the trigger so that only creatures of certain types activate it (for example, the glyph could be set to affect
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
patron’s behalf. Consider some or all of these roles for the characters in your party: Chameleon. A master of disguise, sleight of hand, and deception, the Chameleon can perform the work of the
cloak or disguise one’s appearance), and proficiency with skills such as Deception, Performance, and Sleight of Hand all greatly benefit the Chameleon. Bards and rogues, as well as characters with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Glyph of Warding Level 3 Abjuration (Bard, Cleric, Wizard) Casting Time: 1 hour
Range: Touch
Components: V, S, M (powdered diamond worth 200+ GP, which the spell consumes)
Duration: Until
object, common triggers include opening that object or seeing the glyph. Once a glyph is triggered, this spell ends. You can refine the trigger so that only creatures of certain types activate it (for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Glyph of Warding Level 3 Abjuration (Bard, Cleric, Wizard) Casting Time: 1 hour
Range: Touch
Components: V, S, M (powdered diamond worth 200+ GP, which the spell consumes)
Duration: Until
object, common triggers include opening that object or seeing the glyph. Once a glyph is triggered, this spell ends. You can refine the trigger so that only creatures of certain types activate it (for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Symbol Level 7 Abjuration (Bard, Cleric, Druid, Wizard) Casting Time: 1 minute
Range: Touch
Components: V, S, M (powdered diamond worth 1,000+ GP, which the spell consumes)
Duration: Until
object, common triggers include opening that object or seeing the glyph. You can refine the trigger so that only creatures of certain types activate it (for example, the glyph could be set to affect
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
tokens, or they attempt to speak with the dead and succeed on a DC 16 Charisma (Deception or Persuasion) check, the gwishin is calmed enough to talk; see “Conversing with the Gwishin.” Additionally
Charisma (Deception or Persuasion) check. If the characters present two tokens, they have advantage on this check. If the characters fail this check (or haven’t obtained any of the tokens yet), the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
than I could overcome with my wits and talents. There, I said it. I’m just not good enough to try it by myself.
“Everyone else thinks this is a fool’s errand,” he continues. “The king’s tomb, where
the axe lies, was hidden even from his own people, but I believe we can find it together!” Gargosh continues in detail, giving the adventurers a crash course on Besilmer history (see the “Ancient
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
heist—quietly. I can pay you a lump sum of twenty gold pieces for your services. What do you say?”
If the characters accept, Quink continues: “I’d like you to stake out the bank tonight. If you see
checks: DC 15 Charisma (Deception). The character tells the thief a lie, like saying the guards are coming. DC 15 Charisma (Persuasion). The character convinces the thief to pursue a different line of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Thieves’ Gallery
Humanoid (Bard), Chaotic Good
Armor Class 14 (leather armor)
Hit Points 110 (17d8 + 34)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
14 (+2)
DEX
16 (+3)
CON
14 (+2)
INT
14 (+2)
WIS
16 (+3)
CHA
18
(+4)
Saving Throws Dex +6, Cha +7
Skills Deception +7, Performance +10, Persuasion +10, Sleight of Hand +6
Senses passive Perception 13
Languages Common
Challenge 5 (1,800 XP) Proficiency
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Bard: College of Eloquence Adherents of the College of Eloquence master the art of oratory. Persuasion is regarded as a high art, and a well-reasoned, well-spoken argument often proves more
audiences. Silver Tongue 3rd-level College of Eloquence feature You are a master at saying the right thing at the right time. When you make a Charisma (Persuasion) or Charisma (Deception) check, you can treat
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
. A character pretending to be a Harper can fool her with a successful DC 16 Charisma (Deception) check. Otherwise, the characters must either compel Elaspra to release the information using magic, or
they trace the key to its owner, the characters can head to the Southern Ward in search of Volkarr Kibbens. The spring chain continues with encounter 10, “Converted Windmill.”
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
palace’s ruler is nothing less than Phenax’s eidolon.
3 Phenax has triplet offspring, three souls that the god of deception abandoned in the Underworld. Erebos hides these souls, valuing them as
hostages—if Phenax ever remembers that they exist.
4 Phenax’s bloodline continues. The god’s many-times-over grandchildren live as master thieves and number among the few souls who might be able to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
Silverquill
Gargantuan Dragon (Bard), Neutral
Armor Class 21 (natural armor)
Hit Points 363 (22d20 + 132)
Speed 40 ft., fly 80 ft.
STR
25 (+7)
DEX
14 (+2)
CON
23 (+6
)
INT
18 (+4)
WIS
18 (+4)
CHA
26 (+8)
Saving Throws Dex +9, Con +13, Wis +11, Cha +15
Skills Arcana +18, Deception +15, Perception +11, Persuasion +15
Damage Immunities
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
College of Whispers Most folk are happy to welcome a bard into their midst. Bards of the College of Whispers use this to their advantage. They appear to be like other bards, sharing news, singing
Whispers Features Bard Level Feature 3rd Psychic Blades, Words of Terror 6th Mantle of Whispers 14th Shadow Lore Psychic Blades When you join the College of Whispers at 3rd level, you gain the ability
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
bidding, masking their intentions behind layers of deception. They lure victims to them by mimicking voices calling out for help, or drive unwanted visitors away by imitating the cries of fierce beasts
(+2)
CHA
14(+2)
Skills Arcana +3, Deception +4, Perception +4, Stealth +3
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 14
Languages Common, Draconic, Sylvan
Challenge 3 (700 XP
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
as a bard or sorcerer) can supplement natural Charisma with magical persuasion. A character with the charlatan background, proficiency in Deception, or proficiency with a Disguise kit might also fill
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Tree to tap into cosmic vitality.
Zealot to rage in union with a god.
Bard. Perform spells that inspire and heal allies or beguile foes. Then join the College of...
Dance to harness agility in
forbidden lore.
Wizard. Study arcane magic and master spells for every purpose. Then embody the...
Abjurer to shield allies and banish foes.
Diviner to learn the multiverse’s secrets.
Evoker to create explosive effects.
Illusionist to weave spells of deception.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
. Then follow the Path of the...
Berserker to unleash raw violence.
Wild Heart to manifest kinship with animals.
World Tree to tap into cosmic vitality.
Zealot to rage in union with a god.
Bard
. Then embody the...
Abjurer to shield allies and banish foes.
Diviner to learn the multiverse’s secrets.
Evoker to create explosive effects.
Illusionist to weave spells of deception.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
Students?” A character who is a bard (or pretends to be one) can petition Sythian to become a student at Skalderang Conservatory. The character must first prove they can afford Sythian’s tutelage (by
institutions must succeed on a DC 15 Charisma (Deception) check to convince Sythian that they are who they say they are. If one or more characters fail this check, Sythian becomes suspicious (see






