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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
domed ceiling. The ceiling above each balcony is 20 feet high. Doors. At night, all exterior doors to the hall are locked and sealed with arcane lock spells. Only Lorehold College faculty members
up or down like escalators, or flatten out completely before raising or lowering like lifts to accommodate larger creatures and mobility devices, depending on users’ needs. Transport Glyphs. Runic
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
(and depending on whether the adventurers meet conditions that might lead to fighting; see below). This cavernous chamber is filled with drifting mist that shrouds a field of ice pillars rising from
floor to ceiling. The muffled silence beyond is broken only by the sound of running water.
Ice pillars and pressure ridges form razor-sharp crags that loom out of the roiling fog. Streams of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
(and depending on whether the adventurers meet conditions that might lead to fighting; see below). This cavernous chamber is filled with drifting mist that shrouds a field of ice pillars rising from
floor to ceiling. The muffled silence beyond is broken only by the sound of running water.
Ice pillars and pressure ridges form razor-sharp crags that loom out of the roiling fog. Streams of
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a4
22. Frictionless Trap When the characters pass through the door from area 21, describe the features of the room beyond depending on how much of the chamber they can see. The path to the west is
(1d12) damage and must succeed on a DC 15 Constitution saving throw or contract a disease called super-tetanus (see below). The walls, ceiling, and floor of the area between the pits are covered with a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy
sits in the middle of the chamber. A sliver of light streaming down on it from a hole in the cavern’s ceiling gives it a dark-blue sheen. Hovering near the meteorite are two identical creatures, each
through cracks in the ceiling. Meteorite. The meteorite looks like it was dropped in the middle of the floor. The 500-pound hunk of blackened metal takes on a dark-blue sheen when its surface is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
material by providing a structured way to resolve a social interaction. Much of this structure will be invisible to your players in play and isn’t meant to be a substitute for roleplaying. 1. Starting
be required to convince a friendly creature to take that risk. An indifferent creature might help or hinder the party, depending on what the creature sees as most beneficial. A creature’s indifference
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Cerulean Hall Blue crystal pillars reach toward this gaming hall’s ceiling. All is quiet except for the clinking of coins and shuffling of cards. Walking between tables is a lean, blue-scaled devil
depending on the section the NPC is playing in. Cerulean Hall Betting Section Level Average Bet Modifier Amateur 17 (1d4 + 15) talons +4 Intermediate 20 (2d4 + 15) talons +8 Expert 25 (4d4 + 15) talons
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
carrying you in your infancy (depending on how old you are). Your family drifted from village to village around the region, finding work as laborers where they could. You’ve spent the last few years in
a champion to those who are overlooked by the institutions that exist to protect them. Recently, your resolve has been shaken by corruption in the city guard and ruling aristocrats. Personal Goal
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Designing Dungeon Rooms Keep the following things in mind when designing a dungeon room: Ceiling Support. Underground chambers are prone to collapse, so many rooms—particularly large ones—have arched
some place dedicated to worship. Depending on the creature’s resources and piety, such a shrine can be humble or extensive. Adventurers are likely to encounter priests, cultists, and similar creatures
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
or follow him farther in, depending on their end goals. If they follow Droki, he goes to area 1a, eats a pygmywort mushroom, and disappears into a narrow tunnel (see the “Whorlstone Tunnels: General
screams in fright and knocks his feet together, activating his boots of speed. If a chase ensues, resolve the outcome using the chase rules in chapter 8 of the Dungeon Master’s Guide. Droki has advantage
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
bolted into the wall about three feet above the floor. Ten oiled chains are secured to the bars, leading up to a hole bored in the ceiling. Another solid stone door is in the middle of the east wall
pinned, face down, by rocks placed atop his arms, legs, and back. He is barefoot and wears ragged clothes.
Depending on what has happened in area T3, Grund (male half-orc thug) might be standing by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
attacks while two goblins stand 30 feet away from the party and make ranged attacks. The goblins’ stat block contains the information you need to resolve these attacks. For more information on what the
need to rest after the goblin ambush, depending on how the battle plays out. See the Basic Rules for more information on short rests and long rests.
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
appears to trigger the duergar’s sudden growth and battle prowess, but they drink only to firm up their resolve. See “Development” below.) The duergar are too inebriated to turn invisible. Because night
rectangular object hanging from the ceiling fifty feet farther down the tunnel. This “trap” can be disabled with a DC 14 Dexterity check using thieves’ tools. Stepping on the pressure plate or failing to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
exceedingly narrow is a natural choke point that forces invaders to fight from a disadvantaged position. Such a location usually includes a small chamber in the ceiling that features murder holes, allowing the
area might be completely underground, or a cavern near the surface with holes in the ceiling to let in some sunlight. Root Cellars Much as humans do in their dwellings, kobolds set aside rooms with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
their grievances against the Xaryxian Empire, while Xeleth attempts to twist every point against them. Resolve this debate by having one of the characters—whichever one is leading the argument in favor
streams down from an aperture in the ceiling 175 feet above. The Astral Font has the following magical properties: Star Beam. A creature that ends its turn in the beam of light is magically teleported
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
pursuers to either divide their forces or allow some of the quarry to escape. If a pursuit splits into several smaller chases, resolve each chase separately. Run a round of one chase, then a round of
and slow down long enough to attack the nest or throw rocks at it, thus creating an obstacle for their pursuers. A map of a chase can be linear or have many branches, depending on the nature of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
in themselves. A map of Gorewood and an overview of the locations within this Abyssal realm appear later in this chapter. Depending on your players’ actions, the characters might resolve their final
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Modes of Travel The adventurers might find different ways to cross the Darklake, depending on how long they traverse it and who or what they encounter along the way. Since there is no wind in the
these caverns are massive, with immeasurably deep water and vaulted ceilings far outside the range of any light. Others are narrow, with only a few feet of space between the ceiling and the surface of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Strength check. The room east of the door is empty except for an iron ladder that climbs 60 feet to a stone trapdoor embedded in the ceiling. The trapdoor is unlocked, and above it a narrow, spiraling
, one potion of greater healing, one potion of fire breath, and one potion of psychic resistance. Depending on whether or not Droki delivered his parcel and took his payment, the desk contains either a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
living tree’s roots, which move occasionally and make the entire place feel alive. The ceiling is covered in painted leaves, which change colors depending on the season thanks to a permanent illusion
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy
Simulation Chambers Each simulation chamber is a broad circular space with a domed ceiling, its stone walls carved with arcane runes that fill the area with bright light. Each chamber is equipped
he wears is a black felt bowler cap. The color of his eyes changes depending on his mood: green if he’s feeling inquisitive, blue when determined, red for angry, yellow when excited, and pink if he’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Greater Caverns Locations The following locations are keyed to map 6.3. Mike Schley Map 6.3: Greater Caverns View Player Version G1: Warren Tunnels The domed ceiling of this chamber drips with
, completing the macabre decoration.
The steady drip of water from the ceiling down the walls and over the stony corpses creates a shallow pool in the northeastern portion of the cave.
The calcified
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
creature that steps inside the corridor triggers a trap. When the creature touches the corridor floor, the floor tiles depress, and a slab of stone lodged in the ceiling lowers to the ground, sealing
damage on a successful one. The stone slab seals off the corridor until the next dawn, when the slab rises into its ceiling cavity and the trap resets. In the meantime, a creature can use an action to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Grimskalle Locations (G8-G14) G8. Queen’s Bedchamber Auril uses this space as her personal sanctuary. Depending on how this encounter plays out, you might need to reference one or more of Auril’s
. From the ceiling to the floor, the stairs that lead up to area G6 are enclosed by thick, 9-foot-high railings of sculpted ice. The stairs, like the floor, are difficult terrain. When a creature
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
impossible, because a DC 70 Strength check is required. A staircase of ice leads from the tower’s ground floor to a higher chamber, the walls and ceiling of which gleam and glitter: Jewels are everywhere in
. Repairing the control mechanism requires a long period of extremely difficult and expensive work, though a wish spell could accomplish it. Developments The castle might crash, depending on the actions of
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
takes to complete. Step 2: Narrate the Travel. Describe what happens as the characters complete this stage of their journey. Introduce and resolve any challenges (see “Journey Stage Challenges”). Step 3
Planner. Depending on how you planned the stages, the end of a stage might mean the characters arrive at a landmark, a waystation, or an adventure location, whether or not it’s their final destination
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
impossible, because a DC 70 Strength check is required. A staircase of ice leads from the tower’s ground floor to a higher chamber, the walls and ceiling of which gleam and glitter: Jewels are everywhere in
control mechanism requires a long period of extremely difficult and expensive work, though a wish spell could accomplish it. Developments The castle might crash, depending on the actions of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
tree visible from outside breaks through the ruin’s marble floor and stretches through the collapsed ceiling. Around it, broken statues line the remaining walls, standing in crumbling alcoves.
The
. Depending on its nature, the holy symbol might also appear somewhere on or near the statue, perhaps held or worn by it. If the characters have different gods, this happens to multiple statues. Once a
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Knock spell, but doing so prompts the guardians to attack. P5: Entrance Hall This airy chamber’s floor, walls, and lofty ceiling are made of gleaming white marble. Two doors lead from the room to the
fruit.
At the far end of the room, a large, semicircular atrium contains a splashing fountain. The atrium’s soaring ceiling is transparent, letting the sky’s colorful twilight glow fill the hall. An
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
resolve those actions.
Sometimes, resolving a task is easy. If an adventurer wants to walk across a room and open a door, the DM might just say that the door opens and describe what lies beyond. But
, roll a d6 and divide the number rolled by 2 (round up). To simulate the roll of 1d2, roll any die and assign a 1 or 2 to the roll depending on whether it was odd or even. (Alternatively, if the
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
, where a broad sandstone rise is lit by sheets of green flame that scour the ceiling. Thin shelves of eroded rock emerge from the center of the rise to create a large central mesa. Ten other goblins
challenge.
When the ritual summons new goblins, you can have the minimum or maximum number appear, depending on how the characters are doing in the fight. If the characters are so focused on the fight
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
creeps along the ceiling. It attempts to plop onto one of the characters and drag them into one of the slimy chutes on the floor. Slime Chutes. Two 10-foot-wide, 40-foot-long tunnels, each covered by a
cavernous ceiling. Froth and scum line the lake’s edge. Shortly after the characters enter, a deep, guttural voice echoes in their minds. At first, its words are unintelligible, but slowly the gibberish
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
to help Caer-Dineval resolve its fishing disputes with Easthaven and Caer-Konig. The one calling the shots is a tiefling named Kadroth, who answers to someone named Levistus. C15. Old Library This room
was set on fire years ago and never repaired. Evidence remains of floor-to-ceiling shelves along the walls. A draft issues from a darkened fireplace, stirring the cobwebs around it.
Caer-Dineval’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
escape, but it serves its purpose by impeding intruders. Other examples of delaying traps include collapsing walls, a portcullis that drops from the ceiling, and a locking mechanism that shuts and bars a
trap can break it and free the captive. Examples include a bear trap, a cage that drops from a ceiling, and a device that flings a net. Slay. Some traps are designed to eliminate intruders, plain and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
wall is an open wooden cask containing a white crystalline substance, and three wooden buckets. A large iron cauldron, currently empty, hangs from the ceiling, suspended over the firepit.
The five
. The hides under the table are from those creatures, and the buckets contain their entrails and edible organs. 8. Stores Hanging from hooks set into the ceiling are six carcasses of various shapes and






