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Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
throws against any effect that turns undead.
Unreadable Face. The Returned is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its thoughts. Wisdom (Insight) checks to ascertain the
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Returned Masks. Adventurers who defeat Returned foes might marvel at their fortune in claiming such rich spoils after a battle. The mask of a Returned is worth approximately 100 gp, based on its
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Backgrounds
Player’s Handbook (2014)
You have always had a way with people. You know what makes them tick, you can tease out their hearts’ desires after a few minutes of conversation, and with a few leading questions you can read
or roll on the table below.
d6
Scam
1
I cheat at games of chance.
2
I shave coins or forge documents.
3
I insinuate myself into people’s lives to prey on their
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Turn Resistance. The Returned has advantage on saving throws against any effect that turns undead.
Unreadable Face. The Returned is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its
shadow plays without weight or substance.
Returned Masks. Adventurers who defeat Returned foes might marvel at their fortune in claiming such rich spoils after a battle. The mask of a Returned is worth
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
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Turn Resistance. The Returned has advantage on saving throws against any effect that turns undead.
Unreadable Face. The Returned is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its
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Returned Masks. Adventurers who defeat Returned foes might marvel at their fortune in claiming such rich spoils after a battle. The mask of a Returned is worth approximately 100 gp, based on its
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Magic Items
Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
. It has hearing and darkvision out to a range of 120 feet.
The weapon communicates telepathically with its wielder and can speak, read, and understand Dwarvish, Giant, and Goblin. It shouts battle
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
throws against any effect that turns undead.
Unreadable Face. The Returned is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its thoughts. Wisdom (Insight) checks to ascertain the
who defeat Returned foes might marvel at their fortune in claiming such rich spoils after a battle. The mask of a Returned is worth approximately 100 gp, based on its composition and craftsmanship
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
coins
Feature: Undercity Paths
You know hidden, underground pathways that you can use to bypass crowds, obstacles, and observation as you move through the city. When you aren’t in combat, you
joined the Gruul in a battle against the Boros once, and the sergeant of that Boros squad would love to prove that it was me.
3
I had a romance with a Dimir agent whom I still feed secrets to
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
can tease out their hearts’ desires after a few minutes of conversation, and with a few leading questions you can read them like they were children’s books. It’s a useful talent, and
chance.
2
I shave coins or forge documents.
3
I insinuate myself into people’s lives to prey on their weakness and secure their fortunes.
4
I put on new identities like clothes
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
;s wing, a tattered piece of a Boros banner (a souvenir from a famous battle), a set of common clothes, and a belt pouch containing 2 gp (Boros-minted 1-zino coins)
Feature: Legion Station
You have
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I do what I can to help out the spouse of a comrade who died in battle.
Flaws
d6
Flaw
1
I act bravely when I’m in a group, but I’m a coward when I&rsquo
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
carve their horns to sharpen their edges, etch symbols of power into them, or sheathe them in bronze to prevent them from shattering during battle.
Thick hair extends down minotaurs’ necks and
those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20.
Languages
Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you and your DM agree is
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
the only witness to a murder but doesn’t want to be found or identified.
2
An emerald dragon seeks heroes to participate in a dramatic reenactment of a legendary battle involving dragon
hunts for buried coins for the dragon’s hoard.
3
A galeb duhr acts as a door guard to a young emerald dragon;young emerald dragon's lair.
4
A young emerald dragon invites repeated
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
Equipment: A Gruul insignia, a hunting trap, an herbalism kit, the skull of a boar, a beast-hide cloak, a set of traveler’s clothes, and a belt pouch containing 10 gp (Azorius 1-zino coins
siblings or ancestors.]
Flaws
d6
Flaw
1
If you question my courage, I will never back down.
2
HrrrGGGAAAARRuuuh! [My anger in battle led to the death of a loved one
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
battle Implements Coins, trade bars, or trade goods plus magic items that focus on utility Relics Art objects plus magic items that have religious origins or purposes CoupleofKooks
this chapter. Treasure Themes Theme Appropriate Treasure Arcana Gemstones plus magic items of an eldritch or esoteric nature Armaments Coins or trade bars plus magic items that are useful in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
, twelve bullywugs lounge in the squalor. That number doubles at night. If characters walk into the barracks during daytime, read the text below aloud. If they sneak in or enter in the middle of the
allow anyone upstairs, and they won’t take orders from someone they don’t know and recognize. If a fight breaks out in this area, bullywugs from the upper level (area 2G) leap into the battle from the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
, twelve bullywugs lounge in the squalor. That number doubles at night. If characters walk into the barracks during daytime, read the text below aloud. If they sneak in or enter in the middle of the
anyone upstairs, and they won’t take orders from someone they don’t know and recognize. If a fight breaks out in this area, bullywugs from the upper level (area 2G) leap into the battle from the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
The Battle Begins When the battle begins, read the following boxed text aloud: The night is dark, and torrential rain beats down on the rooftops. An hour before dawn, the bell on the newly erected
south gate begins to toll urgently. A cry goes up from the wall as troops dash to man their positions:
“The dead! The dead are coming!”
The Battle of Leilon has begun.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Bears and Bows Constable Harburk (Red Larch, area 11) has heard rumors of a bandit lair south of town. If the characters investigate this lead, read the following: In a brush-choked dell a short
bear paws at the bars.
The four bandits attack strangers, preferring ranged attacks. Their hideout is a cave full of stolen food, wine, weapons, and coins. They stole a wagon loaded with a giant
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Casino Lobby The Red Belvedere’s layout is shown on map 8.1. Francesca Baerald Map 8.1: The Red Belvedere View Player Version When the characters first enter the casino’s rotunda lobby, read or
, you hear clattering coins and patrons laughing in preternaturally deep voices.
A winged tiefling soars above the spectacle. Patches of multicolored scales freckle her skin, and her prim tailcoat
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
determine the incidental treasure left behind by the monster’s victims.
Use the Individual Treasure table that corresponds to the monster’s challenge rating. Roll a d100, and read the result across to
determine how many coins of each type the monster carries. The table also includes the average result in parentheses, should you wish to forgo another roll and save time. To determine the total
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
to the shrine, besieged it, and slaughtered everyone inside. In the days leading up to this final battle, the priest-seers helped the townsfolk hide their gold in plain sight. They melted down the
coins and recast them into a bell, which they painted and hung in the shrine’s belfry (replacing the old iron bell). The gold bell hangs there to this day. Over the years, many other creatures have
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
with a few coins from its hoard. Not all monsters are automatically hostile. When placing monsters in your dungeon, consider their relationships to nearby creatures and their attitudes toward
d20 Goals 1–2 Find a sanctuary 3–5 Conquer the dungeon 6–8 Seek an item in the dungeon 9–11 Slay a rival 12–13 Hide from enemies 14–15 Recover from a battle 16–17 Avoid danger 18–20 Seek wealth
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
others have yet to board a boat. The remaining boats have enough space for them and the characters. Before the characters head to their boats, read the following text: “Hold the boat!” a voice rasps from
as Jeyev Veldrews, Cudgel’s lieutenant. He says he’s been sent by Becklin to pass on the following information: The battle with the Red Dragon Army went poorly, but a few of the Ironclad Regiment
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
this crime scene, read the following: The taproom of the Sleeping Giant is quiet, save for the occasional thunk of tankard against table. The bar itself is in shambles, the wooden stiles smashed to
the counter. The Clue. The legible parts of the graffiti read, “Zorz ws here.” This is intended to say, “Zorzula was here,” and the goblins left the graffiti in reference to Zorzula’s Rest. The graffiti
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Battle Begins When the characters are ready, Darrett or a militia member guides them into line with the other Vogler troops. Read the following description: After much laughter and jostling, the
, a reenactor hoots and yells, “Let’s send those Istarian rats running!”
A moment later, a trumpet blast signals the start of the battle. “For Istar!” yells the mercenaries’ leader, a tall half-ogre
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
” section that follows. 4. Strahd’s Enemy Flip over card 4, and read: This card sheds light on one who will help you greatly in the battle against darkness. This card determines where the characters can
Card Reading When you perform a card reading before running the adventure, write down the results for reference later. If the characters have their fortunes read in the adventures, do the card
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
hill giants), it’s unwise for a giant to travel without a supply of nourishment. Giants also carry rocks in their bags: a few for battle, a few others for hunting, and one or two special ones for games
wrapped in a blood-caked cloak (used as a knife) Keg of ale Caged halfling (for amusement) Chest full of broken window glass Human’s backpack filled with coins Skull of an owlbear Large bundle of dry wood
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
encounters. Each monster features an “As a Mythic Encounter” section that highlights its mythic trait, notes how using it changes the difficulty of the encounter and the rewards, and includes read-aloud text you can use mid-battle to signal a terrifying shift in the conflict. (SAM ROWAN)
monsters. If you so choose, you may simply ignore a monster’s mythic trait and mythic actions. If you wish to increase a battle’s stakes, though, using a monster’s mythic trait results in some mid-battle
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
Trial by Combat Xedalli asks the characters to serve as her champions. If the characters accept, read: Xeleth sneers. “Very well, sister, since you won’t face me yourself, I, too, name a champion
the zodar to 0 hit points. The zodar wins the battle if all the characters are at 0 hit points at the start of the zodar’s turn or if the characters who are still standing concede defeat. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
Battle of Strixhaven Before the day of the Battle of Strixhaven dawns, allow the players plenty of time to tie up any loose ends their characters currently have on campus. If they haven’t chosen a
this adventure. Once you’re ready to begin, read the following: The last day of the term has finally arrived, and it’s time for you to crush your opponents at Mage Tower or face ignominious defeat
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Battle of Elturel Legions of devils camped on the shores of the River Styx below Elturel are the biggest threats for characters attempting to flee the city. Characters who fly, glide, or balloon over
the siege can avoid the main body of the devils’ army, but come under attack by forces to the rear. Adjust the boxed text below accordingly as you read it to the players to set the scene: Armored
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Sibriex A breeder of horrors and a hoarder of secrets, a sibriex is said to be as old as the Abyss. — The Cartographer When the characters arrive at this location, read or paraphrase the following
. . .” and end with a long pause as it waits for the sibriex to answer. The sibriex has grown increasingly obstinate, much to Fetchtatter’s chagrin. The arcanaloth offers three soul coins to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
battle grid. The grid should be marked in 1-inch squares. You also need plastic or metal miniatures to represent characters and monsters in the game, but you can use coins, extra dice, paper counters
products, but many DMs (and players) find them to be exciting additions to the game. Battle Grid and Miniatures Some DMs use a battle grid and miniatures to run combat encounters, which helps players
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
. The stalkers fight to the death. Storm Galas Windrage creates a storm to distract the characters and their allies before the coming battle. When the storm begins, read the following boxed text aloud
the coming battle. There is one invisible stalker per two members of the party, including sidekicks. The encounter begins when the characters hear the captain yell from his cabin as he is attacked
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
battle grid. The grid should be marked in 1-inch squares. You also need plastic or metal miniatures to represent characters and monsters in the game, but you can use coins, extra dice, paper counters
products, but many DMs (and players) find them to be exciting additions to the game. Battle Grid and Miniatures Some DMs use a battle grid and miniatures to run combat encounters, which helps players
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
Morte’s Planar Parade). Now, Valder wants to help Fellik escape Curst and move on to his rightful afterlife. Meeting Valder Valder approaches the characters as they prepare to escape Curst. Read or
door, read or paraphrase the following text: Once you’re inside, Valder calls out in a worried voice, “Fellik?” A moment later, a young man enters the space from a curtained-off bedroom. He resembles