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Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Shadow Dragon Treasures Shadow dragons retain the preferences of their original form when it comes to treasure. With each passing year, though, the more lustrous objects in their hoards begin to
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->Candlekeep Mysteries
A Mysterious Dream After gaining the level 1 benefit and drawback of the scrivener’s mark, the characters experience a dream that comes to them during a time of rest, reverie, or quiet reflection
everyone: The dream is as vivid as anything you remember from your actual life. You feel the sweltering sun beating down as you take shelter in the shadow of a tumbledown tower. In the distance, a vast
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
First Impressions Encountering a giant can be an awe-inspiring and disorienting experience. First comes a rhythmic booming, felt more than heard, that resolves slowly into the sound of footsteps: a
a giant beating a weapon against its shield and bellowing a challenge to foes are strident enough to knock dishes from shelves and rattle doors in their frames. Giants Are Strong. A charging warhorse
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a3
frame and is blue in color. Reflections in this mirror ripple as if the viewer were looking into a pool of water.
Red Mirror. A creature that looks into the red mirror sees a ghostly white form
succeed on a DC 13 Charisma saving throw, or all valuable metals and gems in its possession turn into lead and glass. White Mirror. Reflections in the white mirror are blurred by what looks like a fine
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
discovered a beating heart that filled an entire room, pumping blood through veins in the walls of the building. According to Allis, the staff claimed to be “creating the heart of Galifar,” apparently
cults devoted to the daelkyr Belashyrra and Kyrzin. Membership in such a cult is voluntary, and spellcasters are more likely to be warlocks or wizards than clerics; their power comes from bargaining
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Brass. Such faraway places beckon high-level adventurers to their doorsteps, defying the brave and the foolhardy to overthrow their evil masters and unlock their hidden mysteries. Many powerful, weird
creatures live on other planes of existence, from orderly modrons to murderous demons. When it comes to interesting adventure locations, not even the sky is the limit when you pass beyond the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
place. With each eye that is inserted, the reflections of the characters in the mirror become progressively unhealthier — losing weight, hair, and teeth as they come to resemble undead. When all ten
. When an untethered creature is shoved or otherwise moved across the floor, it travels in one direction and does not stop until it comes into contact with a wall or other barrier. The alcoves contain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
preens and holds long, complimentary conversations with myriad admiring reflections here. Escape Tunnel. From the sleeping chamber, a concealed escape tunnel leads out through a hollow root before
creature comes within 1 mile of the faerie dragon’s lair, the creature must succeed on a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw or feel an overwhelming compulsion to leave an offering worth at least 5 gp stashed in an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
when it comes to running Port Nyanzaru, so unless a meeting is being held to discuss city business, the delay is just a tactic to underscore who’s in charge. If the characters have interesting news
company of Syndra Silvane. For details of a sample villa, see “Merchant Prince’s Villa.” 6. Grand Souk The Grand Souk, or market, is one of the three beating hearts of Port Nyanzaru — the others being
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
reflections. Creatures, objects, and energy reflect, refract, duplicate, or are transported elsewhere. Such locations arise from the intrusion of a theorized Plane of Mirrors upon the Material Plane, or
creature in the region gains the benefits of the blink spell for 1 minute, shimmering with overlapping shattered reflections. 19–24 Creatures in the region don’t cast reflections. Wisdom (Insight
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
that comes within 10 feet of the mannequin must succeed on a DC 13 Wisdom saving throw or be affected as if by a Tasha’s hideous laughter spell. Whether the saving throw succeeds or fails, the creature
onlookers in their youth; the images grow steadily older, until the mirrors deep within the hall reflect onlookers in their twilight years. As the characters scrutinize their reflections, ask the players
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
attune to the Stone of Golorr. After 1d6 hours, word comes down that the magister is prepared to hear the characters’ testimony, whereupon the guards in area H8 unlock the characters’ cells and
and two veterans) down upon the characters, whom “Hyustus” accuses of beating the cell block guards to death. These reinforcements have no reason to believe that Captain Staget isn’t who he appears to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
comes within 20 feet of the wall of ice is targeted by a dominate monster spell (save DC 15). The entity can concentrate on up to ten such spells at once. Any creature that successfully saves against
twenty-foot-high cave is polished to a mirror finish, such that you are faced with countless distorted reflections of yourself. Your head spins as you try to keep your bearings.
If Tekeli-li is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
mountain pass are reflections of Auril’s self-imposed isolation. A blizzard in Icewind Dale typically lasts 2d4 hours, and whenever the characters are caught in one, the following rules apply until it
a DC 15 Wisdom (Survival) check. On a successful check, the hour’s journey was not hindered by weather or terrain. On a failed check, the party comes to an impasse and must backtrack, which costs an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
fortress on the surface, hidden in the Spine of the World. It contains, among other things, a forge powered by the still-beating heart of a red dragon. Xardorok has a plan for the systematic destruction of
farther into the cistern. The lever that lowers and raises this gate is in area C22. The gate can also be opened with a knock spell or similar magic. Rowboat. This boat comes with two oars and can hold two
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
strong connection to Sigil’s ascendant factions join the Free League, an informal association of pragmatic citizens who keep their options open when it comes to the truths of the multiverse. Members of
and deep appetites, challenging expectations about food and the forms it takes. A three-course dinner at the Gastrognome might consist of a gravity-defying salad cloud, a whispering Shadowfell steak
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
sits in the middle of a ruined and abandoned village. Anyone who looks into the water sees brief reflections of the long-dead villagers going about their lives in harmony and joy. 2 In the middle of the
where they died, and the corpses that litter an abandoned battlefield might rise up to continue fighting whenever a living creature comes near. Some of these entities are similar to undead that might be
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
). Another thirty to seventy are in the immediate area, close enough to respond within fifteen minutes to the beating of the drum in the barbican. The bullywugs already believe themselves to be lords of the
comes to move against the bullywugs, the lizardfolk intend for every bullywug throat and belly to be slit open with a new, razor-sharp steel blade. Like the bullywugs, the lizardfolk’s first
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
in the immediate area, close enough to respond within fifteen minutes to the beating of the drum in the barbican. The bullywugs already believe themselves to be lords of the mere, and they act like it
, and metal-tipped arrows have been turned over to them. The lizardfolk are much better armed at this point than they let on to either the bullywugs or the cultists. When the time comes to move against
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
location of the exit portal. Lending a Hand. Helping Dagdra complete her tasks involves a specific process and a number of ability checks, all at DC 12. When an order comes in, it appears magically on
Hand) check. On a failed check, the captain and crew members spot and prevent the theft, and each character takes 3 (1d6) bludgeoning damage from the beating they endure as they escape through the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
warnings to the goliaths of Skytower Shelter. The goliaths quickly arm themselves, expecting trouble. If the shelter comes under attack, the griffons join the fray. S2. Barricade and Chieftain Six
. The scripture on the runestone is written in Dwarvish and is concerned with the glory and honor found in battle and in competition. This honor is not always granted, however, because glory comes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
the floor.
From somewhere in the distance, you can hear the faint ringing of hammer on anvil.
The sound of the hammering comes from beyond the east wall, as can be determined with a successful DC
exits. A small fire smolders on the floor before the dais, where six sleeping pallets lie empty, surrounded by packs and supplies. The sound of hammers ringing on iron comes from beyond the doors to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
the orb, the character touching the orb experiences a vivid vision of the target’s location and knows how far away it is and in what direction. Such insight, however, comes with a risk: a creature
appendix C for their stat blocks). The hypnos magen telepathically orders intruders to leave the area. Defying this order prompts the magen to attack. The iron door at the base of the observatory is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
is marked by a pair of dashed lines.) This invisible bridge, which is safe to cross, is suppressed by the activation of the spindle in area Y19n. Y19j. Chamber of Sorcery Your reflections dance over
room. As more of the rays intersect, a translucent figure comes into view where their light converges: a bald man wearing a long, purple gown. His face breaks into a smile as he sees you.
Everlast
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
leprechauns’ collected gold. If the gold is stolen, the leprechauns stop at nothing to retrieve it. G4: Endless River This babbling river flows through the garden, sometimes defying logic. Here and there
stretch of woods. Sonna and Yvra were once knights in service to rival Fey courts who fell in love. As punishment for defying their rulers to pursue a relationship, they were bound to oak trees and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
staircase railing. Framed portraits and mirrors festoon the walls, surrounding you with judging looks and dark reflections. You hear something scratching at one of the many doors. The scratching noise
comes from the door to area N4n, which is locked. If the characters call out, a plaintive female voice meows like a cat and says, “Can little kitty come out to play? Little kitty is sad and lonely and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
particularly convincing about their ignorance, Moguhl and her bandits attack in hopes that a good beating can convince them to tell what they know. Moguhl uses the wererat stat block and wields a +1 shortsword
appropriate roleplaying or ability checks. Easy-to-acquire information comes earlier in the list, while the details that are harder to acquire are provided later. Dispense the following points as you see
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
dissolves any organic material that comes in contact with it. If a creature lowers itself into the water, attacks the ooze from above, and then exits the well, the gelatinous cylinder squirms up the
comes from a shadowed corner above the door at the top of the stairs.
This outdoor stairway connects area B1 on the first floor with area B13 on the second floor, but the steps are in bad shape. A
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
the same character is submerged in all four pools, that character receives the blessing of That-Which-Endures. This blessing comes in handy later in area 7. Key. To make the key appear, one or more
carrion crawler waits in the next area, resting after taking a beating from Caerhan. The creature has only 20 hit points remaining, but it’s hungry and angry. It attacks if any character enters the next
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
apart. They produce eerie, ghostlike reflections off the water. As you take in the scene, an empty sailboat drifts into view from farther down the hall and makes its way toward you.
The sailboat
everything it sees, the malicious dretch tries to pinch anyone who comes too close to it, and so forth. A character can make a DC 15 Wisdom (Insight) check to ascertain why the dretches are here and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
fashioned in the shape of a scowling gargoyle, but the hand that opened the panel seems human enough. From beneath the mask comes a female voice: “Yes? What do you want?”
The monks listen to their
leading them in various meditations. At any given time, four Sacred Stone monks (see chapter 7) practice with her. Hellenrae’s instruction consists of beating her followers senseless, so the two monks are