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Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
crystal dragons have scales of perfect clarity that bend and refract light, sometimes making them difficult to see clearly.
The radiant energy of the Positive Plane shimmers in crystal dragons&rsquo
dragon until initiative count 20 on the next round. A creature charmed in this way obeys to the best of its ability any command the dragon issues that isn’t directly harmful to the creature.
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Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
. The oldest crystal dragons have scales of perfect clarity that bend and refract light, sometimes making them difficult to see clearly.
The radiant energy of the Positive Plane shimmers in crystal
must succeed on a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw or be charmed by the dragon until initiative count 20 on the next round. A creature charmed in this way obeys to the best of its ability any command the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
2A. Gnoll Hunters Four gnolls move into this area the round after the hook horrors move past the party, then follow their quarry into area 1 on the following round. The gnolls can’t resist attacking
any other creatures that cross their path while shrieking “Sacrifices for Yeenoghu!” in their own tongue. (Even if no one in the party speaks Gnoll, the name of the demon lord is clearly recognizable.) Development Sounds of combat or calls from the gnolls might attract their pack mates in areas 2B and 5.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Hc2), werewolves (camp Hc3), and worgs (camp Hc7) all have keen senses that don’t depend on sight. The denizens of a camp cry out an alarm only if they’re clearly losing a fight. Absent extenuating
circumstances, though, they don’t repeat the alarm round after round. Once a battle starts, reinforcements arrive in waves. It’s conceivable that, once a few camps empty out, the rest hunker down and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
, giving Neronvain information on other elven settlements, which the wyrmspeaker is using to plan his next round of assaults. If the characters use speak with animals to question the raven, they learn
. Neronvain does not show up that night, but the warden’s prearranged meeting place is a spot of flattened brush where a dragon has clearly landed more than once.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
, giving Neronvain information on other elven settlements, which the wyrmspeaker is using to plan his next round of assaults. If the characters use speak with animals to question the raven, they learn
. Neronvain does not show up that night, but the warden’s prearranged meeting place is a spot of flattened brush where a dragon has clearly landed more than once.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
of play, or both. Consider trying no more than one or two of the options at a time so that you can clearly assess their effects on your campaign before adding other options. Before you add a new rule
bonus action per round, or attune to more than three magic items at a time. Rules and game elements that override the rules for concentration, reactions, bonus actions, and magic item attunement can seriously unbalance or overcomplicate your game.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
During this battle, roll on the Gate to Acheron Battlefield Events table each round on initiative count 0. Also consider rolling on the table if a character tries to leave the mapped battlefield. Gate
watch for something unusual. If they do, the character makes a DC 12 Wisdom (Perception) check. If the check is successful, the character notices “Sergeant Luggik” stage fighting with a foe who clearly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
invisible stalker that guards the wing to arrive in 1d4 rounds. L4. Records Room Bound volumes of Lorehold records cram this room’s tall bookshelves and round tables. A double door and numerous plain
discovers a map of the Deans’ Wing. This map clearly marks that there is a hidden space behind a wall of the Deans’ Records Room (area L9). L5. Restricted Records Room The doors to these rooms are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
to discover a trap without making an ability check if an action would clearly reveal the trap's presence. For example, if a character lifts a rug that conceals a pressure plate, the character has
24d10 Complex Traps Complex traps work like standard traps, except once activated they execute a series of actions each round. A complex trap turns the process of dealing with a trap into something more
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
black blood. His mask is clearly a funerary mask, though it’s cast of gold rather than clay. Characters who succeed on a DC 10 Intelligence check recognize the strange individual as one of the
, read the following text: The sound of racing hooves rises like rolling thunder from the direction the fallen rider emerged. Two more riders round the bend, both wearing dark tunics. The fading light
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
character to discover a trap without making an ability check if an action would clearly reveal the trap’s presence. For example, if a character lifts a rug that conceals a pressure plate, the character has
18d10 24d10 Complex Traps Complex traps work like standard traps, except once activated they execute a series of actions each round. A complex trap turns the process of dealing with a trap into something
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
round (in the case of a creature, at the start of each of its turns) until the fire is put out. A creature within reach of the blaze can take an action to smother the flames using a blanket or carpet
, she regains consciousness but remains groggy and unable to think clearly or take actions until she is aboard the characters’ ship or otherwise safe.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
, and the Dragon Army’s invasion has newly angered the ancient creature. Unless a character openly displays a symbol of a god of nature—like Chislev, Habbakuk, or Zeboim—or is otherwise clearly a
below. One round later, four slimy mummies emerge from the three pits. These lawful neutral Undead seek to defend the temple. They won’t converse with characters, but they return to their soggy tombs if
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
arrest those who resist. Should the characters come into conflict with the modron guards, Aristimus interrupts and orders the modrons to stand down after 1 round (proceed with “Agents of Order
Council of Order. If the characters clearly want to use the gate for something other than travel to Mechanus, they come to Aristimus’s attention, either at the gate or in the Gate Travel Administration
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
scenes from elsewhere in the Platinum Rooms that flicker on the crystal sphere. The archons order anyone who clearly isn’t in Shemeshka’s employ to leave. They attack 1 round later, fighting to the
in the arena equals 100 years in Sigil. Any mortal creature in the arena ages 10 years every 6 seconds (1 round). If a creature in the arena ages past its maximum age (as determined by you), it is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
the room’s ceiling, then rasps, “Great Gzemnid! See me clearly!” This might be Xabash or another beholder if Xabash was destroyed. A round later, the earth shakes, and a gigantic beholder eyestalk
this chapter, consider adding the following additional challenges after a round or two of combat: Additional Foes. If an encounter features several of the same creature, have one more of that creature or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
best of their ability unless prevented or interrupted by the player characters.
Round 1. After sounding the alarm, the sentries in area 1 (Wark and Thark) flee south to area 2.
Round 2. The orcs in
area 4 fire at any exposed characters in area 1 if they have been alerted by the sentries. Wark and Thark flee through the door into area 3.
Round 3. Wark and Thark cross the rope bridge in area 3
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
characters warmly. She is a gray-skinned orc commoner with her hair braided in elegant loops. She has an easygoing demeanor but is clearly nervous. Zenia is thrilled to meet adventurers and asks about the
for three rounds. On the fourth round, they overcome the effects of biza’s breath and groggily stop attacking. In the aftermath of the battle, characters who inspect the stage, the divas, or their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
might defeat her. She orders her jackals to cover her retreat, but they follow her lead the next round. She surrenders if she faces death with no way to escape. Development. Hamebi works for the Six
Travel When the characters examine the somewhat sodden device that was in Gildha’s mouth, they can see that its design and etched glyphs clearly mark it as part of the Orrery of the Wanderer. Gildha
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
horror known as a chaos quadrapod (see appendix B). It uses its Chaos Cloud at the start of combat, then surges forward to lay into stunned characters. Each round, it focuses its grappling ability on
whichever characters dealt it the most damage in the previous round. If any part of the chaos quadrapod is pushed back through the door, it can be forced to return to its void of origin if the door is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
purple energy. As soon as you step through the door, though, all the strangeness stops.
You see a perfectly ordinary inn, its common room featuring five round tables. Two of those tables are
above the common room provides additional light from its tall candles. Hanging over the fireplace is a portrait of three children, two female and one male. The male is clearly a young Omin Dran.
Next
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
round. If the characters enter this passageway from area 10 instead of from area 4, the spiders wait until the characters’ attention is focused on the deck grate (see below) before attacking. Cargo
Mate’s Cabin The smashed wreckage of a bed, dresser, and desk covers the floor of this room. Thick webs extend from floor to ceiling, making it impossible to clearly see the walls beyond. Hundreds of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
. Wakenreth Locations The following locations are keyed to map 5.4, except for area E5, which is unmapped. E1: First Level This round chamber is illuminated by white flames flickering in magical sconces on
relates the following information: Wakenreth was clearly built elsewhere and somehow fell here. He believes he can use the portal’s magic to pinpoint where Wakenreth originally stood. To do so
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
warehouse a risky place to have a fight. At the end of each round in which weapon damage or the movement of combatants might accidentally disturb a pile of crates, or if any effect deals damage in an area
portable alchemy labs — a total value of 2,500 gp. These items are next to impossible to fence in the Styes because they’re all clearly labeled, and no one wants to cross the influential and vengeful Mr
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
recent events clearly. The leader of Fate’s Devout is Moira Stonehearth, who was a priest in life. The other members are Gunter Granitefist and Ragar Onyx. When the three notice the characters, Moira
ritual can replace the fallen ghost, but the character must stand adjacent to the altar and use their action each round for the remainder of the ritual to chant the necessary incantations. If the ritual
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
clearly the place to hang out. A sign on the wall says so. Huge fish tanks feature brightly colored fish and an octopus. Soft leather chairs provide a great place to sober up or to enjoy a delicious
water weird lurk in the pool. If any creature enters the room and doesn’t throw a token into one of the fountains within 1 round, the creatures attack. The water elemental enjoys taking grappled
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
. Lupine howls of pain sound from beyond the iron door to the west.
The howls can be clearly heard coming from the other side of the locked iron door (area V7). The door can be unlocked with Guerthel’s
imprisonment, anger, and fear make it difficult for him to think clearly. He attacks the characters, thinking they are his tormentors. Red Moonlight Mirror. The mirror in the ceiling sheds bright-red light in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
fireworks are clearly ruined. If lit, an intact firework explodes in a harmless burst of light accompanied by a crackling noise audible up to 300 feet away. The light is as bright as a torch flame but lasts
swings clockwise to match the lever. This process takes 1 round. Only one lever can be engaged at once, and pulling a lever disengages any previously engaged lever. Adjoining Corridors. Each of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
violet key card can lower the platform to the area marked on map 7.3 by inserting the card into a card-locked panel on the wall opposite the lift. The platform descends at a rate of 10 feet per round
clearly malfunctioning. If pressed further, Aphelion is standoffish until the characters complete another task or reach the ship’s third level.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
entrance is closed by two massive wooden doors with bars that take eight people to slide aside. Because the area is patrolled and the fort has excellent all-round lines of sight, the gates stand open
half of his right hand; tooth marks are still clearly visible in the scar tissue. Despite Rahl’s ferocious appearance, he’s a jovial prankster who spends most of his off-duty time telling wild stories
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
intruders the moment they notice them. Development. The sahuagin wave shaper (see appendix C) in area 28 joins the battle in this area on the third round of combat. Treasure. The unlocked coffers
fighting in a small net arena. Development. The sahuagin champion (see appendix C) in area 30 joins the battle, arriving on the third round of combat. Treasure. The unlocked coffers contain a total of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Inn stands a ramshackle two-story tavern. Rusty metal grills cover its small, dirty windows. The tavern’s name is very clearly printed in large, simple letters on both sides of a jutting wooden sign
carved and painted wooden round loaf the size of a small cart. The bakery always has fresh round loaves and buns for sale. Its specialty is cheese-topped buns with melted mushroom cheese from outlying
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
were clearly made by giants, though which type is unclear. Wyvern Roost. Four Wyverns dwell on an icy ledge 80 feet above the lair entrance. The ledge blends in from below but is easily noticed from
the roost and join the fight on Initiative count 0 of the second round (losing ties). D2: Remorhaz Trophy The cave splits into two passages on either side of a huge centipede-like monster frozen in a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
and don’t appear to be allied with Ilvaash or corrupted by the Far Realm, Lowarnizel and Gossa are cautiously welcoming. Lowarnizel does most of the talking and is clearly in charge. The two demand to
following round to sense intelligences within the Briny Maze. These experiments have proven that her errant guards aren’t in the Briny Maze. Talking with Ashripask. Ashripask’s guards abandoned her. She tells






