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Dungeon Master’s Guide
again until the next dawn.
Only you can remove the tongue from the book’s cover. If you do so, all spells written in the book are permanently erased.
Vecna watches anyone using this tome and can write cryptic messages in it. These messages typically fade away after they are read.
This book has a desiccated tongue pinned to its front cover. Five of these tomes exist, and it’s unknown which one is the original. The tongue on the first Tome of the Stilled Tongue belonged
Magic Items
Dungeon Master’s Guide
The definitive treatise on all that is good in the multiverse, the Book of Exalted Deeds figures prominently in many religions. Rather than being a scripture devoted to a particular faith, the book
’s authors filled the pages with their own visions of true virtue, providing guidance for defeating evil.
The Book of Exalted Deeds rarely lingers in one place. As soon as the book is read, it
Monsters
Eberron: Rising from the Last War
. Writhing cilia cover their bodies, with longer tendrils around their heads and two wiry tentacles protruding from their bare shoulders. A dolgaunt is blind but can perceive its surroundings through the
sensitive cilia that cover its skin. It can also absorb life through its tentacles, allowing it to drain the vitality out of any creature it touches.
Warped by Chaos. When the daelkyr emerged from
Book of Exalted Deeds
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Magic Items
Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
The definitive treatise on all that is good in the multiverse, the fabled Book of Exalted Deeds figures prominently in many religions. Rather than being a scripture devoted to a particular faith, the
is read, it vanishes to some other corner of the multiverse where its moral guidance can bring light to a darkened world. Although attempts have been made to copy the work, efforts to do so fail to
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
throws against any effect that turns undead.
Unreadable Face. The Returned is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its thoughts. Wisdom (Insight) checks to ascertain the
mouths. These blank surfaces they cover with distinctive golden masks.
Returned reenter the world blank and undead. No longer possessing the ability to form long-term memories, they generally can
Sage
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Backgrounds
Basic Rules (2014)
Characteristics
Sages are defined by their extensive studies, and their characteristics reflect this life of study. Devoted to scholarly pursuits, a sage values knowledge highly—sometimes in its own right
, sometimes as a means toward other ideals.
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Personality Trait
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I use polysyllabic words that convey the impression of great erudition.
2
I’ve read every book in the
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Turn Resistance. The Returned has advantage on saving throws against any effect that turns undead.
Unreadable Face. The Returned is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its
surfaces with empty eye sockets and gaping mouths. These blank surfaces they cover with distinctive golden masks.
Returned reenter the world blank and undead. No longer possessing the ability to form
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
.
Turn Resistance. The Returned has advantage on saving throws against any effect that turns undead.
Unreadable Face. The Returned is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its
mouths. These blank surfaces they cover with distinctive golden masks.
Returned reenter the world blank and undead. No longer possessing the ability to form long-term memories, they generally can
Symbol
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Spells
Basic Rules (2014)
, a scroll, or a treasure chest). If you choose a surface, the glyph can cover an area of the surface no larger than 10 feet in diameter. If you choose an object, that object must remain in its place
Intelligence saving throw. On a failed save, the target is driven insane for 1 minute. An insane creature can't take actions, can't understand what other creatures say, can't read, and speaks only in
Monsters
Keys from the Golden Vault
.
Shroud Tattoo. Prisoner 13 can’t be targeted by divination spells or any feature that would read her thoughts, and she can’t be perceived through magical scrying sensors. She can&rsquo
hand, and down the length of each finger. The runes on her fingers, known as the keystone tattoo, form the key to the vault in Gauntlgrym.
Mountain. Silver and brown mountain peaks cover her chest
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
throws against any effect that turns undead.
Unreadable Face. The Returned is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its thoughts. Wisdom (Insight) checks to ascertain the
they cover with distinctive golden masks.
Returned reenter the world blank and undead. No longer possessing the ability to form long-term memories, they generally can’t build meaningful
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
hobgoblin legions have emerged, with ranks of devoted soldiers famed for their unity.
Hobgoblins are generally taller than their goblin cousins but not quite as big as bugbears. They have curved
above 20.
Languages
Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you and your DM agree is appropriate for the character. The Player’s Handbook offers a list of
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
involved, have a strong chance of knowing who is.
Suggested Characteristics
Sages are defined by their extensive studies, and their characteristics reflect this life of study. Devoted to
convey the impression of great erudition.
2
I’ve read every book in the world’s greatest libraries—or I like to boast that I have.
3
I’m used to helping out those who
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
taper to sharp talons. Feathers cover their bodies—usually red, orange, yellow, brown, or gray. Their heads are also avian, often resembling those of parrots or eagles.
Creating Your Character
increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20.
Languages
Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
, it has total cover against attacks and other effects outside Tromokratis, and it takes 42 (12d6);{"diceNotation":"12d6","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Bite","rollDamageType":"acid"} acid damage at
its hearts are exposed, Tromokratis can choose one of its mythic actions when it uses a legendary action.
Read or paraphrase the following text when Tromokratis uses its Hearts of the Kraken trait
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
trapped in the crystal, which is immovable. If the saving throw succeeds, the crystal shatters and nothing else happens. A creature trapped in the crystal is stunned, has total cover against attacks and
night while also granting spells to her devoted followers leaves Auril weak and vulnerable. In her self-inflicted weakened state, Auril is inclined to be cautious and avoid contact with other creatures
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sage Advice & Errata
Glyph of Warding (p. 245) The first sentence clarifies that the magical effect needn’t be harmful. The final two sentences of the first paragraph now read as follows: “The glyph can cover an area no
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
remove the tongue from the book’s cover. If you do so, all spells written in the book are permanently erased. Vecna watches anyone using this tome. He can also write cryptic messages in the book. These messages appear at midnight and fade away after they are read.
Tome of the Stilled Tongue Wondrous item, legendary (requires attunement by a wizard) This thick leather-bound volume has a desiccated tongue pinned to the front cover. Five of these tomes exist, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
and recently established as a medical doctor, Rudolph ran afoul of the Radanaviches, a family using Vistani traditions as a cover for brigandage. When the doctor refused to treat one of the family’s
with the knowledge they need to confront the dark. Though he’s made many devoted allies, he keeps them at arm’s length, fearing the threat of his curse. When not traveling, van Richten lives out of his
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
Preparation Before running the adventure, prepare as follows: Step 1. Read the “Adventure Background” section (including “Redwood Watch” and “The Council”). Step 2. Familiarize yourself with the Key
Heroes” Kaynen Guardian of the redwood grove Dryad R3 Marilissa Sunset-Is-Nigh’s devoted servant Yuan-ti Malison (Type 1) L3 Selenar Woodwise Elf council member Noble (Medium) “A Call for Heroes” Sunny
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Haruman’s Hill Behold! Zariel’s dog crucified those who betrayed his mistress in battle. — The Cartographer Haruman’s Hill is marked on map 3.1. When the characters arrive at this location, read or
writhing in torment as bloated stirges feast on their blood.
Haruman, a human paladin of Helm, was one of Zariel’s most devoted Hellriders. He crucified deserters to Zariel’s cause on “Coward’s Way
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
remain. The stone windmill on the hill is a later addition, but is still more than a hundred years old. Adabra Gwynn, a midwife and apothecary devoted to Chauntea (goddess of agriculture), resides here. A
manticore driven out of the mountains by Cryovain the white dragon attacks the windmill shortly before the adventurers arrive. Read the following boxed text to set the scene: Built on the slope of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
radiates auras of illusion and conjuration magic courtesy of a magic mirror set into its cover. Though the full function of the mirror has never been determined by the Avowed, the book is known to speak to some of those who read it—including an acolyte who has vanished from Candlekeep without a trace.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
The Twilight Rose The Twilight Rose is a few minutes’ walk from Three Sun Square. As the characters approach the theater, read or paraphrase the following text: Colorful geometric tiles emboss the
exterior of this two-story circular theater. People pass along the street, but all is dark behind the boards that cover the structure’s windows. A tattered awning shades the theater’s stout wooden
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Tome of the Stilled Tongue Wondrous Item, Legendary (Requires Attunement by a Wizard) This book has a desiccated tongue pinned to its front cover. Five of these tomes exist, and it’s unknown which
. Once used, this property of the tome can’t be used again until the next dawn. Only you can remove the tongue from the book’s cover. If you do so, all spells written in the book are permanently erased
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Approaching the Citadel As the characters approach the Bleeding Citadel, read or paraphrase the following boxed text to the players: A great, disgusting scab the size of a large hill rises up from a
portions of the Bleeding Citadel are impenetrable and indestructible. If Lulu is with the characters, she shares her fear that the scab will eventually cover the entire structure, whereupon the citadel
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Haetae District The Park of the Elders, in the Haetae District, is a beautiful public space devoted to walking and peaceful contemplation. It features a stately monument to the late Queen Young-Soo
, aunt to Queen Jin-Mi. Read the following description if the characters visit this statue: The monument depicts a regal dragonborn seated on an ornate throne, a vision of wisdom and grace. She cradles
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
Approaching the Village When the characters first approach the village, read: Tall shapes loom out of the dense fog that surrounds everything. The muddy ground underfoot gives way to slick, wet
shops have been looted of anything valuable. Claw marks cover most of the walls. When the fog eventually burns off, Castle Ravenloft looms over the village, like a lance piercing the sky.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
D4. Dormitory The passage west from the courtyard becomes a long hallway with a series of stone doors on either side. Read the following aloud the first time a character enters one of the rooms: A
benches rests in the middle. Shelves and open cupboards are chiseled out of the walls, all of it smooth and perfectly formed. Cushions cover the benches, and mattresses rest on the beds. A variety of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
Tome of Strahd The Tome of Strahd is an ancient work penned by Strahd, a tragic tale of how he came to his fallen state. The book is bound in a thick leather cover with steel hinges and fastenings
remain intact and readable. If the characters acquire the Tome of Strahd and want to read these paragraphs, show the players the “From the Tome of Strahd” section in appendix F. If Strahd sees, or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
figures prominently in many religions. Rather than being a scripture devoted to a particular faith, the book’s various authors filled the pages with their own vision of true virtue, providing guidance
for defeating evil. Book of Exalted Deeds The Book of Exalted Deeds rarely lingers in one place. As soon as the book is read, it vanishes to some other corner of the multiverse where its moral guidance
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
render and describe, to write and to read, and to pass on information. In legend, Deneir is often portrayed as being a scribe in service to Oghma, and he is sometimes thought of as Oghma’s right hand
saved for later use is information lost. They consider literacy an important gift of the gods, one that should be spread and taught. His followers are scribes and scholars devoted, like their patron
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
Audience with Neverember After the ships arrive in Neverwinter, the ship captains waste no time leading the characters to an audience with Lord Dagult Neverember in Castle Never. Read the following
demands provided that the Leilon town council pays 250 gp to help cover costs. If half or fewer (but at least one) of the characters succeed, Neverember agrees to Leilon’s demands provided that the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
Tashalar. The characters can be in Candlekeep already doing research of their own, or they might be summoned there if they are known to the library and its scholars. Read or paraphrase the following when
. “Mayastan Sadaar, one of our finest sages, had been studying a particular tome, held in the vaults.” So saying, A’lai gestures to a book on a cluttered desk whose cover appears to be of made
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
be found in Strahd’s study in Castle Ravenloft.) The sole remaining volume lies on the floor behind the overturned chair. Titled The Oath Celestial, the book has been partially burned, and its cover
against Strahd came from that empire — now lost beyond the mists. Journal Page As the characters cross the room, read: You hear the soft flapping sound of wings, but can’t discern its origin. A single