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Planning the Heist

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

floor that can be accessed from the king’s bedroom, and she is correct, but she doesn’t know that the magic of Charmayne’s ritual has altered the castle’s layout. Map 10.1: Players’ Map

Bard: College of Spirits

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Bard: College of Spirits Bards of the College of Spirits seek tales with inherent power—be they legends, histories, or fictions—and bring their subjects to life. Using occult trappings, these bards

next turn. Spirit Session 6th-level College of Spirits feature Spirits provide you with supernatural insights. You can conduct an hour-long ritual channeling spirits (which can be done during a

Commune

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

Commune 5th-level divination (ritual) Casting Time: 1 minute Range: Self Components: V, S, M (incense and a vial of holy or unholy water) Duration: 1 minute You contact your deity or a divine proxy

and ask up to three questions that can be answered with a yes or no. You must ask your questions before the spell ends. You receive a correct answer for each question. Divine beings aren’t necessarily

Commune

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

Commune Level 5 Divination (Cleric) Casting Time: 1 minute or Ritual Range: Self Components: V, S, M (incense) Duration: 1 minute You contact a deity or a divine proxy and ask up to three

questions that can be answered with yes or no. You must ask your questions before the spell ends. You receive a correct answer for each question. Divine beings aren’t necessarily omniscient, so you might

Commune

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

Commune 5th-level divination (ritual) Casting Time: 1 minute Range: Self Components: V, S, M (incense and a vial of holy or unholy water) Duration: 1 minute You contact your deity or a divine proxy

and ask up to three questions that can be answered with a yes or no. You must ask your questions before the spell ends. You receive a correct answer for each question. Divine beings aren’t necessarily

Commune

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

Commune Level 5 Divination (Cleric) Casting Time: 1 minute or Ritual Range: Self Components: V, S, M (incense) Duration: 1 minute You contact a deity or a divine proxy and ask up to three

questions that can be answered with yes or no. You must ask your questions before the spell ends. You receive a correct answer for each question. Divine beings aren’t necessarily omniscient, so you might

Evermeet

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

Evermeet Uaul’Selu’Keryth. In your tongue, the name might be translated as “At War with the Weave.” When twelve High Mages last performed this ritual, the world was torn asunder. It is a power no

of Arvandor or be able to fully define the longing, but they can’t escape it. Getting to Arvandor, on the other hand, is extraordinarily difficult for most mortal elves, requiring magic far beyond

Chapter 15: Xonthal's Tower

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

most vocal in their objections. As the time of the summoning ritual approaches, Severin understands that he can’t risk losing loyal troops to infighting and insurrection. He has thus agreed to give

Jorgen Pawl and his followers a dragon mask to examine, allowing them to determine whether Severin’s understanding of the masks’ power is correct. If Severin is wrong, he will know before risking

Magical Effects

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

in the process). Any creature that performs all eight steps of the ritual in the correct order outside the spire can pass through the force field thereafter.

Y19) and the Ythryn mythallar (area Y23), one must perform the Rite of the Arcane Octad on the spire’s doorstep (area Y6). To learn this ritual, the party must explore eight locations in the city and

Chapter 15: Xonthal's Tower

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

vocal in their objections. As the time of the summoning ritual approaches, Severin understands that he can’t risk losing loyal troops to infighting and insurrection. He has thus agreed to give Jorgen

Pawl and his followers a dragon mask to examine, allowing them to determine whether Severin’s understanding of the masks’ power is correct. If Severin is wrong, he will know before risking everything on

After the Confrontation

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Uni and the Hunt for the Lost Horn

Horn? “Kelek used magic to remove it! We’re pretty sure her horn will reattach if you bring it back to her.” (Willowbrush and Knock are correct. Kelek imbued his walking stick with a one-use magical

Kelek Go? “Kelek, some more bullywugs, and some wolf-things stepped through that strange portal over there. Kelek said something about using Uni’s horn as a focus in a ritual. We think he’s going to

Peryton

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

humanoid rather than reflecting the creature’s physical form. Sages postulate that the first perytons were humans transformed by a hideous curse or magical experiment, but bards tell a different tale

of a man whose infidelity caused his scorned wife to cut out the heart of her younger, more beautiful rival and consume it in a ritual intended to forever win her husband’s heart. The ritual succeeded

Alignment

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

, evil, or neutral), and the other describes attitudes toward society and order (lawful, chaotic, or neutral). Thus, nine distinct alignments define the possible combinations. These brief summaries of the

townsfolk. Chaotic neutral (CN) creatures follow their whims, holding their personal freedom above all else. Many rogues and bards are chaotic neutral. Lawful evil (LE) creatures methodically take what

Mortuary Encounters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Adventure Atlas: The Mortuary

to expel a dybbuk† from a corpse. The exorcist asks the characters to help in dispatch the Fiend. 9 Two bards† in the Heralds of Dust approach the characters and sing a ballad honoring the dead. If the

characters interrupt or otherwise ruin the tune, 1d4 irascible specters emerge from the walls and attack, causing the bards to flee. 10 Three skeleton farmers quietly tend to corpse-white grave

Chaos Incarnate

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

discuss such matters use the term “layer” to define a certain part of this infinite expanse. That nomenclature, to the extent that it implies a particular configuration, is misleading. The Abyss is a

out of existence or connecting to different layers at random. Rituals exist that travelers can use to attune a portal to a certain domain. However, the exact specifications of such a ritual vary for

Dungrunglung

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

talks of the great ritual to summon Nangnang. Once the characters are rested, Groak commands them to help Krr’ook make final preparations. If the party looks capable of putting up a good fight, they are

help her, Krr’ook will find a way to free the party members to aid in her task. Prisoners who are deemed “not useful” will either be roasted over a fire or sacrificed to Nangnang during the Great Ritual

Nobility

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

gentleman as “Saer” or the gentlewoman as “Goodwoman.” Neither will give offense, and generally a noble will politely correct you as to their actual title. A WONDROUS PEOPLE Whenever you find

regale audiences with humor and song. Fabulous — that word doesn’t begin to describe it, especially when they enhance the merriment with magic. The city is also a haven for those who define for

Alignment

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

, evil, or neutral), and the other describes attitudes toward society and order (lawful, chaotic, or neutral). Thus, nine distinct alignments define the possible combinations. These brief summaries of the

townsfolk. Chaotic Neutral. (CN) creatures follow their whims, holding their personal freedom above all else. Many rogues and bards are chaotic neutral. Lawful Evil. (LE) creatures methodically take

Halflings

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

Scholars, wizards, druids, and bards of other races have different ideas about how halflings escape peril, suggesting that by virtue of something in their nature, they occupy a special place in the

makes them wary of any new “friend” that doesn’t come across as genuine. Although they might not be able to define the feeling, halflings sense when something isn’t quite right, keeping their distance

Respect for the DM

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

Ready action facilitates heroic action; it doesn’t define the physical limitations of what can happen in a 6-second combat round. The Game Is Not an Economy. The rules of the game aren’t intended to

feels fair to everyone, and that’s more important than a “correct” answer. You don’t need to know every spell in the Player’s Handbook or the features of every class. Set the expectation that players are responsible for telling you what their abilities and spells do.

Factions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

least discretion. Bards and wizards are their most prominent members. Harpers operate in small cells throughout the North. One is based in Triboar: Darathra Shendrel, the Lord Protector, belongs to the

Order of the Gauntlet hopes to expand its influence in the region by joining the Knights to its cause. In the western Sumber Hills, the order has little political influence. It hopes to correct this

Respect for the DM

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

light speed by all using the Ready action to pass the spear to the next person in line. The Ready action facilitates heroic action; it doesn’t define the physical limitations of what can happen in a

, but it’s usually possible to reach an answer that feels fair to everyone, and that’s more important than a “correct” answer. You don’t need to know every spell or the features of every class. Set the expectation that players are responsible for telling you what their abilities and spells do.

Wedding Itinerary

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

ritual, it should be clear to them that paying attention to the wedding’s schedule makes it easier to find times when they can more easily reach the vaults. Wedding Itinerary Time Event Summary

11:00 AM The caravan arrives at Horn Enclave. Flabbergast performs the ritual, or the characters can otherwise infiltrate the stronghold. 11:15 AM Gifts are placed in the vault. Thoman

Gods of the Orcs

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

Gods of the Orcs Orcs believe their gods to be invincible. They see the principles that define them and their deities at work every day in the world around them — nature rewards the strong and

their progenitors. By invoking the power of superstitions, omens, and traditions, these claws of Luthic hold the tribe together through ritual, fear and, if necessary, force. Talons of the Bear

Observatory Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle

very close to Toril. Sparkrender plans to hold his ritual when the comet is at its closest point. He believes the comet, called the King-Killer Star, controls the destiny of dragons and will allow him

to claim the power of the dragons who fell on Stormwreck Isle. Dragon Effigies. The stirge attack interrupted the kobolds from their assigned task of preparing this site for Sparkrender’s ritual

The Seldarine

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

be with. Stories of Hanali’s romantic adventures among elves and other mortals are perennial favorites when sung by elf bards and poets. In Arvandor, Hanali maintains a hidden pool called Evergold

least a century. More than a few elves claim to have experienced this benefit, and the truth of it is attested by many bards — sometimes in all earnestness, sometimes with a knowing wink. Priests of

Area Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye

holy symbol of Oghma, god of knowledge and patron to bards and wizards. If the check succeeds by 3 or more, the character intuits that rededicating the shrine to Oghma could help against the zombies

Persuasion) check. On a successful check, a character learns one of the following pieces of information: Cult Leader. The cult’s leader is Zalryr, who is conducting a profane experiment in the ritual

Lady's Ward

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

invitation to a masked ball. 3 A cheery drider skitters toward the party. A cultist of Lolth, the drider hands the party a pamphlet advertising an upcoming ritual at the Infinite Well (see the “Lady’s Ward

, supposedly impartial magistrate appointed by the Guvners. Punishments are tailored to fit the crime, and advocates are strongly encouraged. Lawyers and orators, these civil servants include bards

Ziggurat Locations, Tiers 1–3

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase

worth 50 gp each. The holy symbol—which honors the elder evil Zargon—houses a smooth sphere of yellow jasper worth 25 gp. B18: Chamber of Usamigaras Jaqueline Florencio Through a starry ritual, the

their faction’s ceremonial chamber. The ritual was supervised by Auriga Sirkinos (chaotic neutral, elf champion of Usamigaras; see appendix B), Chief Mage of Usamigaras. Superficially amicable and

Specific Spells

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sage Advice Compendium

“Identifying a Magic Item” in the Dungeon Master’s Guide). In contrast, casting the identify spell takes only 1 minute (or 11 minutes if it is cast as a ritual) and can be done when a quick

. So can it still use a move or a bonus action or a reaction? Correct. The gas doesn’t immobilize a creature or prevent it from acting altogether, but the effect of the spell does limit what it can

Chromatic Dragons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

an avalanche as it attacks. Overlords and Minions. Blue dragons covet valuable and talented creatures whose service reinforces their sense of superiority. Bards, sages, artists, wizards, and assassins

dragon’s favored treasures are the sentient creatures it bends to its will, including significant figures such as popular heroes, well-known sages, and renowned bards. Among material treasures, a green

Areas of the Lair

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

familiar ritual. When the gazer becomes a familiar, its alignment changes to match that of its new master. Thorvin Twinbeard. When it is finished, Thorvin’s contraption will enable Xanathar to

enough for it to float through. A character can lift the stone plug with a successful DC 19 Strength (Athletics) check. X22. Arrival Point Any creature holding the correct key that steps through the

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