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Returning 35 results for 'before bard deception creating reflections'.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Creating a Bard Bards thrive on stories, whether those stories are true or not. Your character’s background and motivations are not as important as the stories that he or she tells about them
, following the more experienced bard until you were ready to strike out on your own? Or did you attend a college where you studied bardic lore and practiced your musical magic? Perhaps you were a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Creating a Bard Bards thrive on stories, whether those stories are true or not. Your character’s background and motivations are not as important as the stories that he or she tells about them
, following the more experienced bard until you were ready to strike out on your own? Or did you attend a college where you studied bardic lore and practiced your musical magic? Perhaps you were a
Classes
Player’s Handbook
Core Bard Traits
Primary Ability
Charisma
Hit Point Die
D8 per Bard level
Saving Throw Proficiencies
Dexterity and Charisma
Skill Proficiencies
Choose any 3 skills
, disheartening foes, and creating illusions. Bards believe the multiverse was spoken into existence and that remnants of its Words of Creation still resound and glimmer on every plane of existence. Bardic
Monsters
Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
turn.A slumbering scion of Memnor appears as a dense, slowly drifting tower of clouds that never dissipates. Often, this cloud lingers over a remote valley, creating a constantly overcast sky. Sapient
threatened, it wields thunder and wind to demolish its enemies.
Regional Effects
The region surrounding a scion of Memnor is altered by the giant’s magic, creating one or more of the
Monsters
Eberron: Rising from the Last War
form of dragonshards.
Creating a Magewright
The magewright stat block provides the baseline statistics for a magewright. You then add to that baseline by choosing a specialty from the Magewright
: speak with dead.
Deception (+3), Religion (+4)
8
Oracle
Guidance. Ritual only: augury, divination (1 hour).
History (+4), Religion (+4)
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
one creature with his tail at a time.
Terror (Costs 2 Actions). Fraz-Urb’luu uses Phantasmal Terror.Fraz-Urb’luu is the Prince of Deception and Demon Lord of Illusions. He uses every
staff of power taken from him by those who imprisoned him and commands his servants to do likewise.
The Prince of Deception’s true form is like that of a great gargoyle, some 12 feet tall, with
Bard
Legacy
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. Creating a Bard Bards thrive on stories, whether those stories are true or not. Your character’s background and motivations are not as important as the stories that he or she tells about them
, ensuring that her companions’ words will be well received. Whether scholar, skald, or scoundrel, a bard weaves magic through words and music to inspire allies, demoralize foes, manipulate minds
Fraz-Urb'luu
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Monsters
Out of the Abyss
Deception and Demon Lord of Illusions. He uses every trick, every ounce of demonic cunning, to manipulate his enemies—mortal and fiend alike—to do his will. Fraz-Urb’luu can create
the Abyss. He seeks the pieces of the legendary staff of power taken from him by those who imprisoned him, and commands his servants to do likewise.
The Prince of Deception’s true form is like
Monsters
Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
can’t be targeted by any divination magic or perceived through magical scrying sensors, and he adds double his proficiency bonus to Charisma (Deception) checks (included above).
Sanguine Sense
, creating the following regional effects in the Ruins of Caerdoon and the fortress. These effects end 1d6;{"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType":"roll","rollAction":"Days Regional Effects End"} days after the
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
’s lair is warped by his magic, creating one or more of the following effects:
Beguiling Realm. Within 6 miles of the lair, all Charisma (Persuasion) and Charisma (Performance) checks have
disadvantage, and all Charisma (Deception) and Charisma (Intimidation) checks have advantage.
Frenzied Animals. Beasts within 1 mile of the lair become frenzied and violent—even creatures that are
Rogue
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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
treasure. Creating a Rogue As you create your rogue character, consider the character’s relationship to the law. Do you have a criminal past—or present? Are you on the run from the law or from
Wizard
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, defined and united as a class by the spells they cast. Drawing on the subtle weave of magic that permeates the cosmos, wizards cast spells of explosive fire, arcing lightning, subtle deception, and brute
.
Creating a Wizard
Creating a wizard character demands a backstory dominated by at least one extraordinary event. How did your character first come into contact with magic? How did you discover you had
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
for 1 minute or until Baphomet takes this lair action again.
Regional Effects
The region containing Baphomet’s lair is warped by his magic, creating one or more of the following effects
:
Beguiling Realm. Within 6 miles of the lair, all Charisma (Persuasion) and Charisma (Performance) checks have disadvantage, and all Charisma (Deception) and Charisma (Intimidation) checks have advantage
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
have disadvantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks made to hide.
Regional Effects
The region containing Graz’zt’s lair is warped by his magic, creating one or more of the following effects
the lair, all Wisdom (Insight) checks have disadvantage, and all Charisma (Deception) and Charisma (Persuasion) checks have advantage.
Mirrors Everywhere. Flat surfaces within 1 mile of the lair that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Sinister Reflections A Darklord’s memories, desires, mistakes, and evil deeds shape the domain’s twisted lands, inhabitants, and features. You need not create these in a vacuum, though. When creating
example.” The harsher, the better. Use these exaggerated and opposite reflections as inspirations for creating your Darklord. By basing your Darklord on intimate details drawn from the players’ characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Creating a Darklord Domains are mocking reflections of the evils they confine. Each has a purpose, being a prison designed to torture a deliberately chosen villain. To devise a Domain of Dread, you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
Chapter 2: Creating an Archfey Archfey are among the most powerful beings in the Feywild. Consciously or unconsciously, they transform their Feywild homes into reflections of their desires and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
, and training with Light armor. Gain the Bard’s level 1 features, which are listed in the Bard Features table. See the multiclassing rules in “Creating a Character” to determine your available spell slots.
Bard Core Bard Traits Primary Ability Charisma Hit Point Die D8 per Bard level Saving Throw Proficiencies Dexterity and Charisma Skill Proficiencies Choose any 3 skills (see “Playing the Game
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->Player’s Handbook
Bard EVYN FONG An Inspiring Performer of Music, Dance, and Magic Core Bard Traits Primary Ability Charisma Hit Point Die D8 per Bard level Saving Throw Proficiencies Dexterity and Charisma Skill
others, soothing hurts, disheartening foes, and creating illusions. Bards believe the multiverse was spoken into existence and that remnants of its Words of Creation still resound and glimmer on every
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
7 A pile of loose sheet music representing the lost dirges of a famous shadar-kai bard
8 An exquisitely crafted mirror that drains all color from the reflections of those who look into it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Bard Class Features As a Bard, you gain the following class features when you reach the specified Bard levels. These features are listed in the Bard Features table. Bard Features ——Spell Slots
All Trades D6 2 5 3 — — — — — — — — 3 +2 Bard Subclass D6 2 6 4 2 — — — — — — — 4 +2 Ability Score Improvement D6 3 7 4 3 — — — — — — — 5 +3 Font of Inspiration D8 3 9 4 3 2 — — — — — — 6 +3 Subclass
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Bard Class Features As a Bard, you gain the following class features when you reach the specified Bard levels. These features are listed in the Bard Features table. Bard Features ——Spell Slots
All Trades D6 2 5 3 — — — — — — — — 3 +2 Bard Subclass D6 2 6 4 2 — — — — — — — 4 +2 Ability Score Improvement D6 3 7 4 3 — — — — — — — 5 +3 Font of Inspiration D8 3 9 4 3 2 — — — — — — 6 +3 Subclass
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Likes... Primary Ability Complexity Barbarian Battle Strength Average Bard Performing Charisma High Cleric Gods Wisdom Average Druid Nature Wisdom High Fighter Weapons Strength or Dexterity Low
the game, but more importantly, they bring a balanced mix of capabilities to adventures. You’re welcome to use that party setup or modify it using these guidelines:
Cleric: Replace with Bard or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
... Primary Ability Complexity Barbarian Battle Strength Average Bard Performing Charisma High Cleric Gods Wisdom Average Druid Nature Wisdom High Fighter Weapons Strength or Dexterity Low Monk Unarmed
, but more importantly, they bring a balanced mix of capabilities to adventures. You’re welcome to use that party setup or modify it using these guidelines:
Cleric: Replace with Bard or Druid
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
. Magnificent storms spread clouds in a rainbow of colors, creating vistas exhilarating to those brave enough to weather them. The hills yield ancient treasures and a bounty of precious metals and stones
reflects the sunlight so brightly that it’s difficult to look at. Those who approach the lake and gaze into its waters usually see their own reflections, but on rare occasions, they see visions of places
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->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
chapter is for any D&D character who hopes or fears that they might one day face a dragon. But this chapter is also for the bard who has made a lifelong study of dragonsong, the cleric devoted to
can dramatically shape adventurers’ lives. The following sections present a variety of options for creating characters with a tie to dragons: “Draconic Races” presents variant dragonborn race options to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Dream Level 5 Illusion (Bard, Warlock, Wizard) Casting Time: 1 minute
Range: Special
Components: V, S, M (a handful of sand)
Duration: 8 hours
You target a creature you know on the same plane
, creating landscapes, objects, and other images. The messenger can emerge from the trance at any time, ending the spell. The target recalls the dream perfectly upon waking. If the target is awake when you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Dream Level 5 Illusion (Bard, Warlock, Wizard) Casting Time: 1 minute
Range: Special
Components: V, S, M (a handful of sand)
Duration: 8 hours
You target a creature you know on the same plane
, creating landscapes, objects, and other images. The messenger can emerge from the trance at any time, ending the spell. The target recalls the dream perfectly upon waking. If the target is awake when you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Humans “The dwarf is stoic. The elf is wise. The gnome is cunning. And humans? They can’t make up their mind, so they try to be all of these things at once.”
—Kessler, Sharn bard
Humans have
rogue. When you’re creating a human character, consider where you’re from and how that’s reflected in your class and background. Chapter 2 presents an overview of the nations of Khorvaire and ideas
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
. This chapter offers you, the player, the following tools and choices: Haunted Heroes. Explore your role in creating a tale of terror and how you might design a character that contributes to frightful
whether the Dark Powers of Ravenloft have exerted their influence upon you, granting you a double-edged supernatural gift. Subclass Options. Consider choosing the College of Spirits bard or the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Humans Dwarves are stoic. Elves are wise. Gnomes are cunning. And humans? They can’t make up their mind, so they try to be all of these things at once.
— Kessler, bard of Sharn
The first human
aggressive, always pushing their limits and pursuing new ideas. Humans prove extremely diverse; a barbarian from the Demon Wastes has little in common with a Brelish rogue. When creating a human character






