Search Results
All Results
Characters
Compendium
Spells
Items
Monsters
Vehicles
Forums
Returning 35 results for 'before behind directions cautious relieved'.
Other Suggestions:
before being direction cautious revived
before being direction curious relieved
before behind direction cautious relieved
before being direction cautious relieved
before beyond direction cautious revived
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
two elements of their character. They are cautious and distrustful, which serves them well as they navigate the dangers of the Underdark and its societies. They also have a stronger-than-normal
some duergar, derro are descended from a dwarven community that was left behind when the others escaped the rule of mind flayers. These remnants were so distorted by the mind flayers’ psionic
Monsters
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
the decaton dies, its body disintegrates into dust, leaving behind anything it was carrying.Multiattack. The decaton makes three Tentacle attacks.
Tentacle. Melee Weapon Attack: +7;{"diceNotation
sprout out from their rounded frames in all directions. Their heads contain ten eyes to readily observe the operations of surrounding base modrons. In emergencies, a decaton can discharge a bolt of
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
ago but for two elements of their character. They are cautious and distrustful, which serves them well as they navigate the dangers of the Underdark and its societies. They also have a stronger-than
histories of some duergar, derro are descended from a dwarven community that was left behind when the others escaped the rule of mind flayers. These remnants were so distorted by the mind flayers
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
;rats, leaving behind a trail of bloodless corpses. When underground, it uses its tentacles as feelers, prodding and examining the environment in all directions. Above ground, it usually keeps its
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
sporting three bulbous eyes that face in different directions.
Froghemoths are creatures not of this world. A journal purportedly written long ago by the wizard Lum describes strange, cylindrical
. The froghemoth cares nothing for its egg and might eat the hatchling. A young froghemoth’s survival thus depends on its parent leaving it behind in indifference. A newborn froghemoth grows to
Monsters
Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
Special Equipment. Halaster wears a robe of eyes that lets him see in all directions, gives him darkvision out to a range of 120 feet, grants advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on
temporary hit points per level of the slot.Halaster, the Mad Mage of Undermountain, is the deranged individual behind most of the traps and horrors found in the great dungeon under Waterdeep
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Celestial. If it hears words of Celestial spoken, the vampire must try to attack the source of those spoken words on its next turn. If these words come from multiple sources and from opposite directions, the
leaving nothing behind but bones, gristle, and the victim’s blood-spattered belongings.
Gnoll vampires are indiscriminate feeders that prefer the flesh and blood of humanoids, including other
Kobold
Legacy
This doesn't reflect the latest rules and lore.
Learn More
Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
sent Kurtulmak to retrieve it. Garl lured his pursuer into a maze-like cavern, then collapsed the exits behind him, trapping Kurtulmak for all eternity. Kurtulmak is a hateful deity, one who despises
provoke retaliatory attacks from the creatures they steal from. It’s better to be cautious and overlooked than to be considered dangerous and a threat.
In a couple of situations, kobolds might
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
;n. Recent events in your homeland have led to the abolition of slavery, and a corresponding increase in the traffic between Mulhorand and the distant parts of Faerûn.
Those who leave behind
along my way. (Good)
2
Reserved. As someone new to these strange lands, I am cautious and respectful in my dealings. (Lawful)
3
Adventure. I’m far from home, and everything is strange
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Leaving the Past Behind Before beginning the adventure, ask each player to contemplate where and how their character lives. Their answers don’t need to be specific or rooted in the Domains of Dread
has conveyed their broad thoughts about their character’s situation, inform them that their character has come to possess a cryptic message and directions to an unfamiliar but nearby meeting place
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
My research builds on my parents’ work and takes it in interesting new directions.
2
If a serious problem confounds me, I can count on my mentor to provide clarity of thought.
3
A
make a nice sideshow act.
9
I left the Selesnya — and a lover — behind when I joined the Simic.
10
Roll an additional Simic contact; you can decide if the contact is an ally or a rival.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
from when they departed. They can explore the city for as long as they please but should eventually return to Fortune’s Wheel. Following R04M’s vague directions, they can find the portal behind the
fortune’s wheel game. A character who questions one of Shemeshka’s employees at the casino and succeeds on a DC 16 Charisma (Intimidation or Persuasion) check can also learn there’s a portal behind
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
Seelie Market Attentive travelers might notice a shimmering, majestic dragon soaring above the clouds. A wagon caravan trails behind the dragon, attached to it by a magical harness. Usually the
dragon disappears behind a cloud, taking its strange caravan with it, and is seen no more. But sometimes the dragon makes a gentle, spiraling descent into a forest or another secluded area. Those who seek
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
, jagged shards of black crystal fly off in all directions.
The dragon leaves behind hundreds of chardalyn fragments, some as big as a wagon wheel and others as small as a coffin nail. If the characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
the characters are at the time, whether traveling between sites or ostensibly safe at an inn. If the characters encounter the hell hounds in the wilderness, the hounds appear a short distance behind
hounds. Thorsk Thelorn in Red Larch can connect the symbol to a mysterious gathering of druids in the Sumber Hills he heard about from a passing merchant and provide directions to Scarlet Moon Hall.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
in the face of devastating tragedy are better suited for character backstories. DM Die Rolling Should you hide your die rolls behind a DM screen, or should you roll your dice in the open for all the
in the open demonstrates impartiality—you’re not fudging rolls to the characters’ benefit or detriment. Even if you usually roll behind a screen, it can be fun to make an especially dramatic roll where
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
in the face of devastating tragedy are better suited for character backstories. DM Die Rolling Should you hide your die rolls behind a DM screen, or should you roll your dice in the open for all the
in the open demonstrates impartiality—you’re not fudging rolls to the characters’ benefit or detriment. Even if you usually roll behind a screen, it can be fun to make an especially dramatic roll where
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
claim to have seen the fog and creatures within it as well, Ahn-Jun is relieved and shares the following details with the party: No one else in the city has seen the fog, but it’s been rising and
and nearly dead outside it only a few days ago. Ahn-Jun can offer directions to all of these locations. While Ahn-Jun’s job prevents them from traveling with the characters, the characters can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
1. Cave Entrance Whether the characters follow Gundren’s map or receive directions to Wave Echo Cave from another source, their initial approach leads them to a narrow tunnel whose entrance is hidden
within the Sword Mountain foothills. The entrance tunnel leads into a large cavern supported by a natural pillar of rock and containing three stalagmites. In the western part of the cave, behind the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
crumbling, life-sized granite statues of cloaked dwarves. Evil grins can be seen on their weatherworn faces.
If they haven’t been encountered yet, Dazlyn and Norbus are eating rations behind the easternmost
forthright and honest to a fault. Norbus is gruff and excessively cautious. They banter like an old married couple. Each dwarf has ten days of rations, a waterskin, mining tools, and one of two matching
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
here, as you spy drow, svirfneblin, derro, orcs, and other races in the crowds. The shouting of people blends with the sound of distant hammering to create a constant, distracting din.
Behind the
restricted to the Darklake District, and the characters have better luck asking other outsiders for directions rather than trying to engage the duergar locals. They are directed to the Blade Bazaar if
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Reaching the Tower Vizeran’s tower lies on the edge of the Wormwrithings, about ten days from Menzoberranzan. The map and directions the archmage provides the adventurers in chapter 11 allow them to
, and a separate camp farther from the tower will need to be established. The passage behind the secret door is narrow enough that you need to move through it single file, occasionally turning
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
from the canopy of the ancient forest below you and scatter in all directions. Moments later, a much more fearsome creature erupts from the woods: a sinewy, pale-green dragon that takes to the sky and
flies toward the palace. Its mighty wings carry it to great heights. Once above the palace, it drops like a stone and vanishes from sight behind the palace’s high walls.
The jabberwock has fed and is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
clubs. Along the walls, six iron keys hang in small niches above stone plinths. Behind the statue, a carved pedestal in a wide alcove has a keyhole set into its base.
The statue is 9 feet tall and
represents the trickster god Unkh as a flail snail. Three ghasts (undead Chultan tribesfolk) hide behind it. Each ghast has Ras Nsi’s symbol — a small blue triangle — tattooed on its forehead. The ghasts
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
) 2 Reserved. As someone new to these strange lands, I am cautious and respectful in my dealings. (Lawful) 3 Adventure. I’m far from home, and everything is strange and wonderful! (Chaotic) 4 Cunning
fascinated by the beauty and wonder of this new land. 6 Though I had no choice, I lament having to leave my loved one(s) behind. I hope to see them again one day. Flaws d6 Flaw 1 I am secretly (or not
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath
addresses the fifty or so of his fellows, and they scatter, performing the tasks of setting up camp. A larger, bestial-looking lizardfolk moves closer to the leader, as if waiting for directions
are a typical adventuring party, they charge in without a plan. However, they might favor caution and knowledge over brute force. A more cautious party can better catch the lizards unaware and might
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
seek.” Characters who follow Ulrich’s directions end up at area U5. Cellar Buried under rubble inside the mansion is a stone staircase that leads down to an intact cellar. A single character can clear
. Garden The garden behind the ruined mansion has run wild. Hidden behind tall weeds and thorny vines are nude sculptures of handsome men and beautiful women, as well as carved stone benches. Four giant
Orc
Legacy
This doesn't reflect the latest rules and lore.
Learn More
Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
relieved of their other roles and taken to the lair’s whelping pens, where they are tended to by Luthic’s followers.
Orcs don’t take mates, and no pair-bonding occurs in a tribe
laden wagon or after heroically defending it from thieves gain great respect and advance higher in the tribe’s pecking order.
All Are Fighters
Most of the orcs that stay behind when the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
If the Characters Decline If the characters are suspicious, or if they are being particularly cautious, they might not want to hand over the Rod of Seven Parts or rest in their quarters. Below are
wife before the group leaves to confront the archlich. Alustriel provides directions to Velgar’s Vittles. In reality, Malaina was suspicious of Mordenkainen, but she didn’t want to make accusations
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
once more Awaits the mad one’s doom; Between there and here, heaven’s tears. Evil knocking on the Far Realm’s door. 12b. Treasure Cave This cave contains a hoard left behind by the behirs. Treasure. The
within 10 feet of the column, dozens of eyes open on its surface, staring in all directions. The eyes follow creatures that move past the column, but they are only harmless magical effects created by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Morte’s Planar Parade
rounded frames in all directions. Their heads contain ten eyes to readily observe the operations of surrounding base modrons. In emergencies, a decaton can discharge a bolt of electricity from each
behind anything it was carrying.
Actions
Multiattack. The decaton makes three Tentacle attacks.
Tentacle. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 15 (2d10 + 4) piercing damage
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Random Tricks Tricks are quirkier and less deadly than traps. Some are effects left behind by the dungeon’s creators, while others might be manifestations of the strange magical energy suffusing the
directions (true or false) 42–44 Grants a wish 45–47 Flies about to avoid being touched 48–50 Casts geas on the characters 51–53 Increases, reduces, negates, or reverses gravity 54–56 Induces greed 57–59
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
meander through the keep, helpful monks stop to offer them directions. If Falaster Fisk is with the party, he already knows the way to Sylvira’s laboratory, located in one of Candlekeep’s spires. When the
mazelike troughs carved into the box’s surface. She then tips the box so that the liquid flows in certain directions through the mazelike patterns — until the box’s horn inlays pop loose and it breaks
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
the high ground to the west. A frayed length of rope dances from its beam. The well-worn road splits here, and a signpost opposite the gallows points off in three directions: Barovia Village to the
from the gallows. Characters who dig up the graves find rotted coffins containing moldy bones. The Hanged One As the characters leave the area, read: You hear a creaking noise behind you, coming from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
each. Advice from the Spirits Any characters inhabited by the spirits of Obo’laka or Papazotl receive advice when entering this area: Cautious Obo’laka advises her host to not disturb the throne or pick
shattered floor tiles behind. While it’s too big to squeeze down any 5-foot-wide corridors, it can easily traverse the wider passageway to the east. Throne of Acererak The throne is made from the skin