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Classes
Player’s Handbook
mercenaries—as Fighters, they all share an unparalleled prowess with weapons and armor. And they are well acquainted with death, both meting it out and defying it.
Fighters master various
weapon techniques, and a well-equipped Fighter always has the right tool at hand for any combat situation. Likewise, a Fighter is adept with every form of armor. Beyond that basic degree of familiarity
Spells
Player’s Handbook
Wish is the mightiest spell a mortal can cast. By simply speaking aloud, you can alter reality itself.
The basic use of this spell is to duplicate any other spell of level 8 or lower. If you use it
your choice:
Object Creation. You create one object of up to 25,000 GP in value that isn’t a magic item. The object can be no more than 300 feet in any dimension, and it appears in an unoccupied
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
. Long ago, the cult of Lolth first subjected elf prisoners to horrible rituals that transformed them into creatures with both elven and spider traits, which their creators dubbed chitines. The intention
her worshipers’ rituals. The process usually transformed subjects into the spindly creatures her devotees expected, but occasionally, an elf changed into a choldrith: an arachnid Monstrosity able
Monsters
Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
collect the powerful artifacts he longed to stockpile. The xills were his creation, servitors who could slip to and from the Ethereal plane and steal any artifact or kidnap any person he wished to
by strange traps and logic-defying puzzles, along with a legion of brainwashed servitors and countless xills. As to the fate of the individuals seized by the xills, they perhaps form the bulk of
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
of its own. If left alone, they hunt the local fauna almost to extinction, then move on to threatening the folk of nearby settlements.
A dracohydra can sometimes be found in the service of the spellcaster who created it, kept obedient by the rituals of their creation.
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
laughterThrough rituals combining alchemy, necromancy, and grim surgical precision, the brain of a mortal being is encased in a glass jar filled with preserving fluids and the liquefied goop of their body&rsquo
elaborate design of their own diabolical creation. While disembodied, a brain in a jar weighs roughly 125 pounds.Poison
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
Yuan-ti were originally humans who transformed themselves into serpent folk through ancient rituals. Most yuan-ti were corrupted into monsters by those rites, but some yuan-ti instead became a new
people who mix characteristics of humans and snakes.
Blessed with resistance to magical and poisonous effects by the rituals that created them, each of these yuan-ti manifests their serpentine heritage
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
ability, enlarge/reduce
3rd
gaseous form, water breathing, wind wall
4th
freedom of movement, polymorph
5th
creation
When your magic causes physical
a set of beliefs about the nature of life. Simic members’ bonds and flaws derive from their scientific research — including their creation of new life forms, which they can become very
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
dedicated solely to her, but the devotees performed no such ritual. As revenge for the devotees’ betrayal, the Spider Queen manipulated the creation rituals so that they sometimes created
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
basic tenets are shared with anyone who expresses an interest in learning about the group’s beliefs. Such folk, known as aspirants, are taught the following: Flawed Creation. Suffering isn’t an
accident, a flaw in a divine plan, or purely the work of evil gods. It’s evidence that the whole of creation is fundamentally flawed and already unraveling. Coming Destruction. The destruction of the world
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Dragonshards Dragonshards are crystals imbued with raw mystical energy. They are the fuel that drives the magical economy, playing a vital role in the creation of magic items and the performance of
arcane rituals. Dragonshards come in three distinct varieties, each of which are found in different environments. Eberron dragonshards are found in shallow soil, and often encased in geode-like stone
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
—as Fighters, they all share an unparalleled prowess with weapons and armor. And they are well acquainted with death, both meting it out and defying it. Fighters master various weapon techniques, and
a well-equipped Fighter always has the right tool at hand for any combat situation. Likewise, a Fighter is adept with every form of armor. Beyond that basic degree of familiarity, each Fighter
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
with weapons and armor. And they are well acquainted with death, both meting it out and defying it. Fighters master various weapon techniques, and a well-equipped Fighter always has the right tool at
hand for any combat situation. Likewise, a Fighter is adept with every form of armor. Beyond that basic degree of familiarity, each Fighter specializes in certain styles of combat. Some concentrate on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Dragonshards Dragonshards aren’t magic items themselves but are crystals imbued with magical energy. They play a vital role in the creation of magic items and the performance of certain rituals in
creation of some magic items, and many powerful tools — such as the lightning rail and elemental airships — require an ongoing expenditure of Eberron dragonshards to maintain their enchantments. Khyber
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
A Magical World The creation myths say that magic is the blood of the dragon Siberys, flowing down from the golden ring in the sky. Whether this is truth or mere myth, magic pervades the world
. Magic as a Tool. In Eberron, arcane magic is a form of science. The spells and rituals of wizards and artificers have been developed and honed over centuries, and those principles have been incorporated
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
— Wizard Soldier While your players follow the steps of character creation as outlined in the Basic Rules, pay attention to the choices they make. The backgrounds they choose define who their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
typically includes the following material: Any restrictions or new options for character creation, such as new or prohibited races. Any information in the backstory of your campaign that the characters
would know about. If you have a theme or direction in mind for the campaign, this information could include seeds hinting at that focus. Basic information about the area where the characters are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
accompanies the book and is tucked in an envelope that bears the seal of the House of the All-Seeing Orb, a temple of Savras in Tashluta, the capital city of Tashalar. The book describes rituals relating to
the creation of a mummy lord. One is a unique and horrific process by which a mummy lord’s organs, normally stored in sacred canopic jars during mummification, can be magically preserved and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
this act of creation, so that it requires both proficiency and access to these tools. You must pay the basic costs of materials and services required to make the item. And you must spend a
skill bonus for the duration of your work, so an effect that increases an ability score for a few minutes won’t help you. Schema Creation Requirements Item Rarity Work weeks Minimum Skill
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
the new creation—creates a worldview where all that matters is the Heralds of the Comet. Recruitment The Heralds of the Comet seeks recruits to swell the group’s ranks. Initiates believe they have a
names. Initiates also donate all their possessions to the group, which uses its accumulated wealth to provide for the basic needs of its initiates, and they take solemn vows of secrecy that prohibit
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Casting a Spell When a character casts any spell, the same basic rules are followed, regardless of the character’s class or the spell’s effects. Each spell description in Chapter 11 begins with a
, the spell description tells you exactly when you can do so.
Longer Casting Times Certain spells (including spells cast as rituals) require more time to cast: minutes or even hours. When you cast a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
knowledge. Accounts of experiments on captured people and animals are found throughout. It is through these experiments that the masters developed rituals for the creation of magic items capable of circumventing the work that would otherwise be needed to perfect the soul, the essence, and the mind.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
with the story behind the race or subrace you wish to create. Having a firm idea of a race’s story in your campaign will help you make decisions during the creation process. Ask yourself several
increasing the diversity of options for a particular race, rather than replacing some options with other ones. The following example walks through the creation of an elf subrace: the eladrin. This
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
Lolth first subjected elf prisoners to horrible rituals that transformed them into creatures with both elven and spider traits, which their creators dubbed chitines. The intention was to create servile
warriors dedicated first to the cult and then, only by association with it, to Lolth. The goddess found this arrangement unacceptable. As punishment, the Spider Queen twisted her worshipers’ rituals
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Purphoros’s Villains Though Purphoros’s ideals are shared by many, the methods he uses to advance them can be brutal. His belief that creation necessitates destruction, combined with his cavalier
Purphoros turns to Mogis to enhance his craft, engaging in bloody rituals to produce exquisite cursed weapons.
2 An aging veteran seeks to replace her body with living bronze and enlists a genius
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
collect the powerful artifacts he longed to stockpile. The xills were his creation, servitors who could slip to and from the Ethereal plane and steal any artifact or kidnap any person he wished to
strange traps and logic-defying puzzles, along with a legion of brainwashed servitors and countless xills. As to the fate ofthe individuals seized by the xills, they perhaps form the bulk of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
of destiny by defying nature’s order. (MAGALI VILLENEUVE) MYTHS OF KLOTHYS
Klothys is barely remembered in the mortal world, having sequestered herself in the Underworld while human civilization
left their young world vulnerable to dangers from both inside and out. Putting their rivalry aside, the pair agreed it was better to share and have something than let their struggles destroy all creation
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Giants of the Star Forge
and set about crafting her greatest creation yet: a titanic war machine called a runic colossus. As proud as she is, Brimskarda knows that she lacks certain expertise necessary to complete her work
adventure. The basic adventure seed—“a fire giant captures a renowned Humanoid smith”—comes from the Fire Giant Skill table (chapter 2), with additional inspiration from the “Magnum Opus” adventure idea
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
need to establish at the start of a new campaign. Often session zero includes building characters together. As the DM, you can help players during character creation by advising them on which options
best suit the campaign. Character Creation When players are choosing their characters’ classes and origins, you can restrict options that are unsuitable for the campaign. Encourage the players to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
abominations dedicated to her, but no such ritual was performed. In retribution for this lack of respect, the Spider Queen twisted the drow’s creation rituals to serve her own purposes. Lolth’s
, reach 5 ft. or range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 4 (1d4 + 2) piercing damage.
Unnatural Origin. Long ago, the drow first subjected elf prisoners to horrible rituals that transformed the captives into
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
rituals, and holy symbols. Sleight of Hand Dexterity Pick a pocket, conceal a handheld object, or perform legerdemain. Stealth Dexterity Escape notice by moving quietly and hiding behind things. Survival
Wisdom Follow tracks, forage, find a trail, or avoid natural hazards. Determining Skills A character’s starting skill proficiencies are determined at character creation, and a monster’s skill
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
, kept obedient by the rituals of their creation. Dracohydra
Huge Monstrosity, Typically Chaotic Evil
Armor Class 17 (natural armor)
Hit Points 218 (19d12 + 95)
Speed 30 ft., swim 30 ft., fly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
among the gods, deeds of creation, past interactions with mortals, or battles between gods and other cosmic forces. Given the incomprehensible nature of the gods, these myths might not actually reveal
own pantheons of gods. If you’re creating your own setting, you can use the list of Greyhawk gods in chapter 5 or build your own pantheon.
A simple way to build a basic pantheon is to create one god
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
shoulder a cosmic burden.
— Zariel, Archduchess of Avernus,
former angel of Celestia
Although the basic facts of the Blood War aren’t subject to debate, a host of theories exist that attempt to
multiverse. To the devils’ way of thinking, the Nine Hells are the front line in the demons’ war against all of creation, and the fate of the cosmos depends on the devils’ ability to blunt the invasion and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
rituals, and holy symbols. Sleight of Hand Dexterity Pick a pocket, conceal a handheld object, or perform legerdemain. Stealth Dexterity Escape notice by moving quietly and hiding behind things. Survival
Wisdom Follow tracks, forage, find a trail, or avoid natural hazards. Determining Skills A character’s starting skill proficiencies are determined at character creation, and a monster’s skill