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Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
netherworld between the Domains of Dread, or they might slink forth into other realms to slake unnameable hungers.
Customizing a Horror
An unspeakable horror has one of four body compositions
, determined by rolling on the Body Composition table. You can roll on the Limbs to customize it further, while results from the Hex Blast table replace that action in the stat block. If the results of
Monsters
Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
, forcing them into unique, misshapen bodies untethered from the laws of reason or reality. Such unspeakable horrors might continue to haunt the misty netherworld between the Domains of Dread, or they
might slink forth into other realms to slake unnameable hungers.
Customizing a Horror
An unspeakable horror has one of four body compositions, determined by rolling on the Body Composition table. You
Monsters
Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
horrors might continue to haunt the misty netherworld between the Domains of Dread, or they might slink forth into other realms to slake unnameable hungers.
Customizing a Horror
An unspeakable horror
has one of four body compositions, determined by rolling on the Body Composition table. You can roll on the Limbs to customize it further, while results from the Hex Blast table replace that action in
Monsters
Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
into unique, misshapen bodies untethered from the laws of reason or reality. Such unspeakable horrors might continue to haunt the misty netherworld between the Domains of Dread, or they might slink
forth into other realms to slake unnameable hungers.
Customizing a Horror
An unspeakable horror has one of four body compositions, determined by rolling on the Body Composition table. You can roll on
Monsters
Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
unique, misshapen bodies untethered from the laws of reason or reality. Such unspeakable horrors might continue to haunt the misty netherworld between the Domains of Dread, or they might slink forth into
other realms to slake unnameable hungers.
Customizing a Horror
An unspeakable horror has one of four body compositions, determined by rolling on the Body Composition table. You can roll on the Limbs
Species
Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
veins making it clear that they’ve been touched by death. Other reborn are marvels of magic or science, being stitched together from disparate beings or bearing mysterious minds in manufactured
itchy straw stuffing inside you.
Reborn in the Domains of Dread
When creating a reborn, consult with your DM to see if it’s appropriate to tie your origins to one of the following Domains
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
Shadar-kai are the elves of the Shadowfell, originally drawn to that dread realm by the Raven Queen. Over the centuries, some of them have continued to serve her, while others have ventured into the
by 1, or increase three different scores by 1. Follow this rule regardless of the method you use to determine the scores, such as rolling or point buy. The “Quick Build” section for your
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
birdfolk. Only when they roost on a branch or walk across the ground is their Humanoid nature clear. Standing upright, aarakocra are typically about 5 feet tall, and they have long, narrow legs that
regardless of the method you use to determine the scores, such as rolling or point buy. The “Quick Build” section for your character’s class offers suggestions on which scores to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
3rd-level spell scroll, either of dispel magic or remove curse. Dread Warriors. A dread warrior carries no gold, but some of them have weapons or armor, determined by rolling on the following table. 2d4 Item 2–6 None 7 +1 weapon (usually a battleaxe or a javelin) 8 +1 chain mail
Random Encounters Random encounters help determine if characters meet other creatures moving through the Doomvault. Consider rolling for an encounter in these circumstances: The party enters a zone
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Settlements and Sites Kartakass is a gentle land of rolling hills, light forests, and clear lakes. The domain welcomes strangers. Small bands of merchants roam along the Lost Chord road or visit the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
8. Hark’s Hoard A large round rock fills the low, 4-foot-diameter tunnel leading to this cave. The boulder fits snugly in the tunnel and must be pushed into the cave to clear the passage. Moving the
boulder out of the way requires a successful DC 11 Strength (Athletics) check. The sound of the rolling boulder is loud enough to be heard by the creatures in area 9. The cave has an 8-foot-high
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Clarifying the Threat As the characters complete these assignments, it becomes clear the Dragon Army is more than a group of raiders. Gradually reinforce the following facts: Dangerous Recruits
(Intimidation or Persuasion) check, they learn one of the following pieces of information: Dread Servants. Draconians serve the Dragon Queen fanatically and fearlessly. Flying Steeds. The Dragon Army
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
The Dark Powers Unfathomable, hidden forces manipulate life, death, and reality within Ravenloft. These mysterious, deathless beings are the architects of the Domains of Dread, and have secreted
hint at ways to escape the Domains of Dread. Consider the following possibilities when developing your perspective on the Dark Powers: Amoral Guardians. The Dark Powers are a group of powerful beings
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
’ interface to the D&D world, who reads (and sometimes also writes) the adventure and describes what happens in response to the characters’ actions. The DM is a referee. When it’s not clear what ought
to happen next, the DM decides how to apply the rules and keep the story going. The DM is a roleplayer. The DM plays the monsters in the adventure, choosing their actions and rolling dice for their attacks. The DM also plays all the other people the characters meet, including helpful ones.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lorwyn: First Light
Eclipsed Realms The boundaries between Lorwyn and Shadowmoor are clear, either shining with brilliant light or cloaked in deep shadow. Some border regions, however, are liminal spaces known as
miles. They are uninhabited but often contain natural features like forests, mountains, and rolling plains. Those who travel into eclipsed realms are influenced by both Lorwyn and Shadowmoor
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Acquisitions Incorporated, or had been incurred while on assignment. However, as Omin had already made his stance on the subject of death and termination of employment contracts very clear, he sought to break
Dran, from the Wandering Crypt. The specifics of her initial capture by that dread creature remain shrouded in mystery. Some say it was inspired by the evil actions of Omin’s other sister, Portentia
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
What Does a DM Do? The DM gets to play many fun roles: Actor. The DM plays the monsters, choosing their actions and rolling dice for their attacks. The DM also plays all the people the characters
way that will make the game fun for everyone. Referee. When it’s not clear what ought to happen next, the DM decides how to apply the rules. Storyteller. The DM crafts adventures, setting situations in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
What Does a DM Do? The DM gets to play many fun roles: Actor. The DM plays the monsters, choosing their actions and rolling dice for their attacks. The DM also plays all the people the characters
way that will make the game fun for everyone. Referee. When it’s not clear what ought to happen next, the DM decides how to apply the rules. Storyteller. The DM crafts adventures, setting situations in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
language and trace the patterns of Nyx in the written word. (Linguist)
The gods smile on me, but I dread the day when they withdraw their favor and my luck runs out. (Lucky)
As a child, I used to run
through the woods and play with a giant lynx—which, I learned later, was an emissary of Nylea. (Mobile)
The sun’s light brings what is hidden to clear view in my eyes. (Observant)
I ate a magical
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
brutal murders, fueling dread in the district. Jarme carries a lantern on all his grisly nocturnal harvests, and his horrible work has long been attributed to a faceless terror called “the Lantern
with a bloody knife in his hands. The confused fisher professed his innocence, but his dreams became suddenly clear. In his mind, he saw ravenous, tentacled creatures devouring the Styes and the city
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
laws of reason or reality. Such unspeakable horrors might continue to haunt the misty netherworld between the Domains of Dread, or they might slink forth into other realms to slake unnameable hungers
. Customizing a Horror An unspeakable horror has one of four body compositions, determined by rolling on the Body Composition table. You can roll on the Limbs to customize it further, while results from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
The Dungeon Master The Dungeon Master (DM) has a special role in the Dungeons & Dragons game. The DM is a referee. When it’s not clear what ought to happen next, the DM decides how to apply the rules
and villains the adventurers battle against, choosing their actions and rolling dice for their attacks. The DM also plays the part of all the other characters the players meet in the course of their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
throw caution to the wind, the density of the undergrowth makes it tricky to move faster than 200 feet per minute. If the characters stop to search for treasure, each building takes 30 minutes to clear
1d6 giant wasps 3–4 2d6 stirges 5–6 1d3 swarms of poisonous snakes Plant Discovery The ruin contains one or more rare plants, determined by rolling a d6 and consulting the Plant Discovery table
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
, but Avarice makes it clear she is willing to ignore the rules if nobody lives to find out. When Vellynne leaves the meeting, Avarice sends her familiar out to spy on her rival and see if her demands
she has learned (determine each piece by rolling on the Ythryn Lore table). Unlike Vellynne, who accompanies the characters, Avarice prefers to remain in her glass chamber atop Skydock Spire and stay
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
these caves. Shortly after discovering the hot spring, I heard what sounded like a granny singing. When the song ended with a shrill laugh, dread sunk its teeth in me. Ye gods, that horrible cackle! I
now frozen and will remain so until the Everlasting Rime ends. On clear nights, moonlight shines through an opening in the ceiling and illuminates the pool. The minerals in the ice have turned it a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
stage if the trip is a matter of following a clear path to a well-known destination. A journey consisting of three stages makes for a satisfying trek. For example, the characters might travel along a
. Journeys without Destinations
Sometimes, characters travel without a clear path to follow or a clear destination in mind. In such a case, use the grid of your map (squares or hexes) to define the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Horror Atmosphere Atmosphere is the overall mood of your game. It’s the sense of levity, excitement, or dread that stems from a story’s content and players’ perception of it. Atmosphere can be
. Furniture, whether by its arrangement or removal, can suggest a specific location. Props can even represent game mechanics, such as tracking hit points with crimson flat glass marbles in clear goblets
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
seen the large metal tongue hidden in the Occluding Miasma, it’s clear to them that the tongue is the proper size and shape to fit in this statue. When the characters attempt to reattach the tongue
overcome with hunger and dread. Hovnar has tried to rally the group, mostly to support his brother Menvin, who is nearly comatose with despair. The townspeople can share the following information
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
clear that even an hour spent resting could jeopardize their chances of success. Easing Up. It is possible to dial up the urgency to the point that the players feel they don’t have time to
danger and urgency by rolling dice behind your DM screen, even without an actual encounter!) Drain Character Resources. By draining the party’s Hit Points and spell slots, leaving the adventurers feeling
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
description is clear enough that you can adjudicate whether a character's actions locate or foil the trap. As with many situations, you shouldn't allow die rolling to override clever play and good planning
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
description is clear enough that you can adjudicate whether a character’s actions locate or foil the trap. As with many situations, you shouldn’t allow die rolling to override clever play and good planning
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
constellation most prominent in the game’s current time of year, or you can choose randomly by rolling on the table. The following are examples of events that might correspond with a zodiac phenomenon: A
similar magic. 9 Rogue. Sneaks find their efforts easier in the region. Creatures in the region make Dexterity (Stealth) checks with advantage. 10 Gem. At midnight on a clear night, the stars appear to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
sidebar outlines several possible goals for Halaster. Choose one you like, or randomly determine Halaster’s goal by rolling a d6. His goal can change at any time without explanation; he is the Mad
Mage, after all.
Goal 1: Clean House. Halaster wants adventurers to clear out parts of his dungeon so that he can restock the tunnels with new threats from across the planes. He’s unhappy about the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
but can’t be surprised. Teleport Trap. This trap fills a 10-foot-square section of the passage leading to area 24d. A creature teleported by this trap arrives at a location determined by rolling a d20
githzerai steer clear of area 24d and the hallway that leads to it unless they need to use the trap to escape a greater danger. 24b. Resting Chamber The githzerai use this chamber to sleep and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
Role of the Dungeon Master The Dungeon Master (also called “the DM”) has a special role in the D&D game. The DM is a referee. When it’s not clear what ought to happen next, the DM decides how to
plays the monsters and villains in the adventure, choosing their actions and rolling dice for their attacks. The DM also plays the parts of all the other characters who the adventurers meet, including