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Returning 35 results for 'before before down class rumors'.
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
occupation or social class that frequents the establishment. This contact is delighted to talk with you, and to listen.
Variant Entertainer: Gladiator
A gladiator is as much an
place, I collect local rumors and spread gossip.
3
I’m a hopeless romantic, always searching for that “special someone.”
4
Nobody stays angry at me or around me for long
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
claimed it.
2
Prismatic shards rain from the sky in a beautiful but dangerous display. Rumors quickly spread that a crystal dragon is responsible.
3
A crystal dragon invites the greatest
university, but the students must travel to the dragon’s mountain lair for class.
Crystal Dragon Lairs
Crystal dragons seek out frigid, picturesque locations with clear views of the sky
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
DC 12 Intelligence (Investigation) check learns one of the rumors on the Dean Tullus Rumors table. Even if the characters choose not to investigate the dean, have some of these rumors come to the
have a chance to act until the night of the Magister’s Masquerade. Dean Tullus Rumors d4 Rumor 1 It seems like Dean Tullus is always working—she rarely leaves her office. 2 The dean is rarely seen
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
personable Volo is more than willing to share 1d4 + 1 rumors from the Jungle Rumors table at the end of chapter 1, which he’s overheard since arriving in Port Nyanzaru. VOLO’S TRAITS
Ideal. “I have no
), chaotic good
Armor Class 11
Hit Points 31 (7d8)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
9 (–1)
DEX
12 (+1)
CON
10 (+0)
INT
15 (+2)
WIS
11 (+0)
CHA
16 (+3)
Saving
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
rumors, and building a bad reputation around town. As a rule of thumb, a character has a 10 percent chance of triggering a complication for each workweek of carousing. Lower-Class Carousing Complications
a workweek of fine food, strong drink, and socializing. A character can attempt to carouse among lower-, middle-, or upper-class folk. A character can carouse with the lower class for 10 gp to cover
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
between the two. Pendragon was kicked out of wizarding school as a result of the dark rumors following the Beestinger clan. Now a self-taught mage, he specializes in making use of the dangerous spells
unfortunately comes with Oak Truestrike as a kind of father figure. Pendragon Beestinger
Medium humanoid (human), neutral evil
Armor Class 12 (15 with mage armor)
Hit Points 27 (5d8 + 5)
Speed 30
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
niece, Taranika, acts as regent, attempting to guide the polis through what is sure to be a difficult transition. As if the situation weren’t complicated enough, rumors have it that Anax isn’t dead. He
Akroan society are the lektoi, the large warrior class of Akros. Members of this class claim descent from the seven warriors who first established the Kolophon after the fall of the archons. Though the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
vessel’s exploits, rumors abound regarding the wondrous vehicle. Is it powered by a bound efreeti, as some have said? Does the hold contain clones of every high-ranking member of Acquisitions
pull each target grappled by it up to 30 feet toward the battle balloon.
Hull
Armor Class 15
Hit Points 200 (damage threshold 15)
Control: Helm
Armor Class 18
Hit Points 50
Move up to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
offering the full base price 91 or higher A shady buyer offering one and a half times the base price, no questions asked Sowing Rumors Swaying public opinion can be an effective way to bring down a
villain or elevate a friend. Spreading rumors is an efficient, if underhanded, way to accomplish that goal. Well-placed rumors can increase the subject’s standing in a community or embroil someone in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
friendship with Boranel by seizing land from Breland. However, rumors persist that Oargev plans to secede, and the King’s Dark Lanterns frequently send agents into New Cyre to keep an eye on anti-Brelish
Cyran refugees as second-class citizens and vagabonds. Among non-Cyran communities, agents of Prince Oargev can’t rely on aid from any of Cyre’s former enemies. The Lord of Blades. In the depths of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
substances knows no bounds. I’ll do anything to get more.” 61–80 “Rumors spread easily, and I know many of them. Who cares if they’re true?” 81–90 “To properly honor my dark, beautiful lord, I must
prepare intricate, debauched rituals.” 91–00 “Anyone who doesn’t do exactly what I say deserves no happiness.” Graz’zt
Large fiend (demon, shapechanger), chaotic evil
Armor Class 20 (natural armor
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
consolidating power. Tireless Guardians. Chuul still guard the ruins of the ancient aboleth empire. They linger in silent observance of eons-old commands. Rumors and ancient maps sometimes lure
their compulsions to the service of the aboleths’ sinister purposes. Chuul
Large aberration, chaotic evil
Armor Class 16 (natural armor)
Hit Points 93 (11d10 + 33)
Speed 30 ft., swim 30 ft
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
the endless movements and intricate patterns of the sky. However, the Beestinger clan has a less metaphysical reputation in the eyes of many people, as constantly swirling rumors attempt to connect the
. Rosie Beestinger
Small humanoid (halfling), chaotic good
Armor Class 15 (Unarmored Defense)
Hit Points 45 (10d6 + 10)
Speed 40 ft.
STR
8 (−1)
DEX
16 (+3)
CON
12 (+1
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
said to the students and doesn’t remember anything useful beyond this. She begs the characters not to spread rumors about the tavern until it’s clear what happened. Talking to the Dean If the characters
class occupying a prominent space behind her desk. If the characters persist in their questioning, Dean Tullus brushes off any implication of impropriety and mentions that the Strixhaven administration
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
are the most common character types in the Harpers, but characters of every class can be found in the organization. Remallia Haventree Chaotic good female moon elf fighter Ideals: Freedom, respect
and guidance. This embodies her attitude about combating the cult as well. Remi is convinced that the rumors of Tiamat’s return are true, and she is frustrated by the unwillingness of the other Harpers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
understands that he can’t afford to make more enemies. Given his blue skin tone, rumors suggest that K’thriss is of mixed heritage, but no one knows for sure. As a young and doubting adherent of Lolth, he
humanoid (elf), chaotic neutral
Armor Class 14 (studded leather)
Hit Points 44 (8d8 + 8)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
8 (−1)
DEX
14 (+2)
CON
12 (+1)
INT
14 (+2)
WIS
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
are the most common character types in the Harpers, but characters of every class can be found in the organization. Remallia Haventree Chaotic good female moon elf fighter Ideals: Freedom, respect
guidance. This embodies her attitude about combating the cult as well. Remi is convinced that the rumors of Tiamat’s return are true, and she is frustrated by the unwillingness of the other Harpers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
are the most common character types in the Harpers, but characters of every class can be found in the organization. Remallia Haventree Chaotic good female moon elf fighter Ideals: Freedom, respect
guidance. This embodies her attitude about combating the cult as well. Remi is convinced that the rumors of Tiamat’s return are true, and she is frustrated by the unwillingness of the other Harpers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume Two
Alignment
Armor Class 12
Hit Points 27 (5d8 + 5)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
10 (+0)
DEX
15 (+2)
CON
12 (+1)
INT
11 (+0)
WIS
14 (+2)
CHA
16 (+3
illusory powers, irda veil keepers protect their companions by weaving magical mirages that disorient foes. Rumors say that the most skilled irda veil keepers can keep entire enclaves hidden, guarding
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
Patriars Patriars are the elite upper class of the city, a rank defined largely by money and lines of vague, increasingly inconsequential heritage. Many nobles claim generations of lineage, dating to
city’s common folk, their insulation leading to the spread of divisive rumors. Patriars know the danger of the other districts, where their wealth is a lure and their names carry no weight. Patriars who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Patriars Patriars are the elite upper class of the city, a rank defined largely by money and lines of vague, increasingly inconsequential heritage. Many nobles claim generations of lineage, dating to
city’s common folk, their insulation leading to the spread of divisive rumors. Patriars know the danger of the other districts, where their wealth is a lure and their names carry no weight. Patriars who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume Four
the stat blocks for pixies or sprites.
Faerie Borrower The throng of faeries flitted from castle to castle, leaving a trail of star-crossed love, damaging rumors, and missing heirlooms in their wake
Borrower Tiny Fey, Typically Chaotic Neutral
Armor Class 15
Hit Points 12 (5d4)
Speed 10 ft., fly 30 ft.
STR
2 (−4)
DEX
20 (+5)
CON
10 (+0)
INT
13 (+1)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
times wandering the planes in search of magical might or secrets that might help him win back his title. Rumors suggest that he can often be found in Sigil, where he bargains with yugoloths to build
. Moloch
Large Fiend (Devil), Lawful Evil
Armor Class 19 (natural armor)
Hit Points 253 (22d10 + 132)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
26 (+8)
DEX
19 (+4)
CON
22 (+6)
INT
21
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
business or draw the attention of the authorities, no one interferes. Recent rumors claim that an Outer City kingpin known as Straightstick is calling in all his favors to make a move on a Lower City turf
), neutral
Armor Class 15 (leather armor)
Hit Points 84 (13d8 + 26)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
12 (+1)
DEX
18 (+4)
CON
14 (+2)
INT
13 (+1)
WIS
17 (+3)
CHA
14 (+2
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
business or draw the attention of the authorities, no one interferes. Recent rumors claim that an Outer City kingpin known as Straightstick is calling in all his favors to make a move on a Lower City turf
Armor Class 15 (leather armor)
Hit Points 84 (13d8 + 26)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
12 (+1)
DEX
18 (+4)
CON
14 (+2)
INT
13 (+1)
WIS
17 (+3)
CHA
14 (+2)
Saving Throws Dex +7
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
King Gullop XIX. All the heads agree he is a weak ruler. They’ve heard rumors of yet another coup in the works. Sir Talavar, Bavlorna’s escaped prisoner, had help from bullywugs of the Soggy Court
matter. Appendix D has additional roleplaying notes for Clapperclaw. Clapperclaw the Scarecrow
Small Construct, Lawful Neutral
Armor Class 12 (natural armor)
Hit Points 14 (4d6)
Speed 25 ft
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
death.
Middle Northedge This ward caters to the middle class of Sharn, offering a wide range of comfortable housing. Dwarves make up most of the population, with the highest concentration in the
, the artist spends her days in the dingy back rooms of the Diamond Theater. This seclusion has led to a number of fanciful rumors. Some say Syara fought in the Last War and that she was in Metrol on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
and unrest. It is said that eyes of fear and flame were created by chaotic gods to foment the destruction of lawful creatures, or by lawful gods for the testing of their followers. Rumors state that
discerning—and brazen—collectors. Eye of Fear and Flame
Medium undead, chaotic evil
Armor Class 15 (natural armor)
Hit Points 136 (16d8 + 64)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
16 (+3)
DEX
14 (+2
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
intimidation to get their way. A fog giant seeks out news and rumors of treasures that appeal to its sense of refinement, then tracks down and treats owners of those treasures to a show of force. Kicking
, and often take on such fanciful titles as Duke of Robbery, Baron of Bandits, or Lord of Larceny. fog giant
Huge giant, neutral evil
Armor Class 16 (chain mail)
Hit Points 200 (16d12 + 96
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
in Malbolge or other layers of the Hells and at other times wandering the planes searching for magical might or secrets that might help him win back his title. Rumors suggest that he can often be
potential.
Moloch
Large fiend (devil), lawful evil
Armor Class 19 (natural armor)
Hit Points 253 (22d10 + 132)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
26(+8)
DEX
19(+4)
CON
22(+6)
INT
21(+5
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
terrors bear stunted humanoid limbs hinting at the bizarre ceremonies that created them. Dangerous Cultivation. While the exact origins of the assassin bug are uncertain, rumors speak of an ancient sect
monstrosity, neutral
Armor Class 14 (natural armor)
Hit Points 55 (10d8 + 10)
Speed 10 ft., fly 50 ft.
STR
13(+1)
DEX
14(+2)
CON
13(+1)
INT
4(−3)
WIS
12(+1
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
you want them to, for they are as much plot devices as magic items. Tracking down and recovering an Artifact is often the main goal of an adventure. Characters must chase down rumors, undergo
–90 As 61–70 above, except the spell is level 3. 91–00 While attuned to the Artifact, you gain a +1 bonus to Armor Class. Major Beneficial Properties 1d100 Property 01–20 While attuned to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
person who keeps her ear to the ground about Dran Enterprises is Arla at the Peg and Hook (see below). He can share Arla’s story and provide directions to her shop. Working-Class Rumors The two fishers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
, feeding rumors that the brotherhood’s leaders are more interested in marketing their own brand of exclusivity than finding new talent. Yet wizards seem willing to debase themselves regardless, for
sabotage one another. The Arcane Brotherhood sent three of its members to investigate rumors of a lost Netherese enclave that crashed in Icewind Dale nearly two thousand years ago. A fourth wizard, Nass
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
claimed it.
2 Prismatic shards rain from the sky in a beautiful but dangerous display. Rumors quickly spread that a crystal dragon is responsible.
3 A crystal dragon invites the greatest bards
revenge on the frost giants who murdered her.
8 An adult crystal dragon teaches astronomy to students of a renowned university, but the students must travel to the dragon’s mountain lair for class






