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Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
own mortal end, Underbrew made this vow and convinced himself over time that the executions he performed were acts of mercy, because those he killed would never be forced to turn against their beliefs
as he had. In time, these acts stopped weighing on Underbrew's conscience. In fact, the dwarf began to enjoy his grisly work.Poison
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Dwarves of the Five Nations Dwarves are spread across Khorvaire. Dwarf soldiers and engineers were part of the armies that united the Five Nations, and dwarf masons laid the foundations of the
greatest cities of Galifar. While many of the dwarves of the Five Nations still speak the language of their ancestors, they feel a bond to the lands of their birth. A Brelish dwarf feels a deep, personal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
Ability Score Increases The Ability Score Increase trait in a race reflects an archetypal bit of excellence in the adventurers of this kind in D&D’s past. For example, if you’re a dwarf, your
Constitution increases by 2, because dwarf heroes in D&D are often exceptionally tough. This increase doesn’t apply to every dwarf, just to dwarf adventurers, and it exists to reinforce an archetype. That
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
stone arches beneath a 30-foot-high domed ceiling.
Frescoes. Stone panels set into the walls bear frescoes and Dwarvish runes.
The frescoes chronicle the birth of Melair, a common shield dwarf
from orcs, and fighting a wyvern. In each scene, he is joined by a small company of dwarf prospectors. 11c. Coronation Frescoes. Stone panels set into the west and south walls bear frescoes and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Background Gargosh Blusterhelm, a young shield dwarf from Mithral Hall, has made it his life’s quest to find the legendary axe Orcsplitter and present it to the elders of Clan Blusterhelm in the
notes, drawings, rubbings of ancient stone tablets, and so on, all holding clues pointing toward the secret location of the tomb of Torhild Flametongue. Convinced at last that he has enough to go on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
Master’s Guide). 29b. Underbrew in Chains Affixed to the back wall of the western alcove is a stone-framed painting of a scarred male dwarf wearing black plate armor. He is bound by heavy iron chains
on a DC 22 Charisma saving throw or be magically pulled into it, switching places with the dwarf currently trapped inside (see below). A humanoid drawn into the painting finds itself chained in an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
of Xia’s cult. Cultist Eleith Brittlebones has been duped into following the cult of Orcus. Xia convinced the dwarf that the world is nearing its end, the gods are dead, and the demonic forces of death
is two zombified ogres that are smashing all the furniture in this room, apparently obeying the commands of a dwarf wearing a red robe. Desks and chairs made of black wood and adorned with skulls lie
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
. A dwarf assassin belonging to a demon-worshiping cult steals into Gauntlgrym to kill one or more of the faction representatives. Hoping to cast suspicion onto the adventurers, the assassin frames
residents. If defeated or somehow convinced to return to the Fiery Pit, the elementals dissipate peacefully and Maegera falls dormant once again … for now.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Conversing with the Emperor With a few imperious words, the White Jade Emperor (lawful neutral, hill dwarf noble) dismisses everyone except his guards. As the crowd disperses, Secretary Wei remains
additional evidence. The Emperor Is Not Convinced If the characters aren’t able to convince the emperor of the truth of their story through presenting evidence, he asks Secretary Wei what she has to say about
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Lady of Masks Countess Sansuri is a greedy and vainglorious giant who lives in the clouds, untethered from reality, convinced that she is the victim of a great injustice and surrounded by jealous
reflects her current mood and switches masks as her mood changes. Her inability to pry useful information out of the bronze dragon has made her very unhappy, so she’s wearing her sad mask when the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
only thing it fears is that it might be wrong.”
— Valkara Ironfell,
dwarf sage
Xenophobic Isolationists. Enemies abound, or so every beholder believes. Beholders are convinced that other creatures
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
walls here, two against the northern wall and two against the southern wall. A statue of a dwarf warrior stands between each pair of sarcophagi. The statues and sarcophagi are all badly cracked, as if
they would fall apart with a touch.
Each sarcophagus holds a dwarf crypt guardian whose spirit was corrupted by the mind flayers’ magic. When a sarcophagus is disturbed or a living creature attempts
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
mountain pass for decades unexpectedly retires to the Elemental Plane of Air. Monstrous forces immediately move into the area—and might take control of the pass unless the dragon can be convinced to return
Gemcloak” and sometimes “the Axemother,” thanks to her association with a dwarf clan dwelling in the northern part of Faerûn. She lives closer to civilization than crystal dragons typically do, which
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
recesses, and dwarf-crafted traps still work perfectly well despite their age. In addition, a small number of duergar have come here to breathe life into Durgeddin’s old forges and decipher the secrets
, north, and east walls. Each depicts an armed dwarf. The eastern and western ones carry axes and shields. The center statue is armed with two axes. The ceiling rises in a dome almost thirty feet above
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
d10 and consult the Mad Duergar table to determine what the party encounters. d10 NPC 1–2 A merchant desperate to sell his wares, convinced that his life depends on it. 3–4 A street sweeper who
hounds the characters while accusing them of being spies working for the drow. 5–6 A cloaked guard who thinks he’s Deepking Horgar Steelshadow V drafts the party to help him slay Themberchaud, convinced
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
designs on a white dragon’s territory enters the picture. Taking advantage of the dragon’s limited mental faculties, the rival secretly sends its minions out to harass the dragon. Convinced that the
to assume that intoxication has the same effect on them as it does on humans.
Humans drink to forget, while dwarves drink to remember. A dwarf deep in his cups is overcome by powerful, vivid
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
characters to Dae-Shim and Ju-Won. Nah Dae-Shim, a dwarf man, and Da Ju-Won, a human woman, are in the middle of an intense game. Both are neutral nobles. They’re not unfriendly, but they’re not
borrow the cup if they ask. If the cup is brought before the gwishin of Dae Won-Ha in the Park of the Elders, the spirit might be convinced the people of Yeonido still remember her. If asked about Young
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
oldest living member, Hethyl (a peg-legged shield dwarf who has lost her right foot to frostbite), hates duergar as most dwarves do. She has convinced the other cult members to forge alliances with anyone
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
. Deadstone Cleft Reinforcements d100 Creature(s) 01–50 None 51–60 1 stone giant carrying 1d4 captured shield dwarf commoners (prospectors) in a net 61–65 1 stone giant and its animal companion, which is
can, with a successful DC 15 Charisma (Persuasion) check, be convinced to turn against Kayalithica and help the characters in some fashion, provided the characters are able to communicate with it. For
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
order to escape and survive. Prisoners of the Drow Buppido Talkative and cunning derro Prince Derendil Quaggoth who claims to be a cursed elf prince Eldeth Feldrun Shield dwarf scout from Gauntlgrym
victims and arranging their organs. Although mad, Buppido is cunning and capable of hiding his true nature to serve his own ends. Because he believes he is a god, he is convinced that he can’t be killed
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
. Manistrad Copperlocks The leader of the newly established mining operation in Saltmarsh is an iron-willed dwarven woman named Manistrad (LN female dwarf veteran). She runs the mining outfit from a
small office near the edge of town. Manistrad is a competent leader, as well as a savvy miner with a knack for pulling off impossible jobs. She’s convinced that the veins of silver found in the cliffs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
troops to battle. No stranger to the horrors of war, she is keenly aware that the lands represented by the Lords’ Alliance need their soldiers for the protection of their own people. Only when convinced
adventurers and taking a firm leadership role in the council. Ambassador Connerad Brawnanvil Lawful good male shield dwarf fighter Ideals: Honor, respect (“A sturdy axe, a strong hand to hold it, and a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
troops to battle. No stranger to the horrors of war, she is keenly aware that the lands represented by the Lords’ Alliance need their soldiers for the protection of their own people. Only when convinced
adventurers and taking a firm leadership role in the council. Ambassador Connerad Brawnanvil Lawful good male shield dwarf fighter Ideals: Honor, respect (“A sturdy axe, a strong hand to hold it, and a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
troops to battle. No stranger to the horrors of war, she is keenly aware that the lands represented by the Lords’ Alliance need their soldiers for the protection of their own people. Only when convinced
adventurers and taking a firm leadership role in the council. Ambassador Connerad Brawnanvil Lawful good male shield dwarf fighter Ideals: Honor, respect (“A sturdy axe, a strong hand to hold it, and a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
at the back of the stirge cave lies the desiccated corpse of a dwarf explorer who died here many years ago—part of the failed expedition. A leather pouch on its belt contains 35 gp. 16. High Cavern The
exchange for treasure. Even if Kaarghaz can be convinced to give up some of his wealth, he doesn’t let the matter rest—he forms a war party (as described above) and goes after the characters. Treasure. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
dungeons (see “Tresendar Manor” below). If effective roleplaying or ability checks get the characters on Brawn’s good side, he can be convinced to provide further details of the layout of dungeon areas
investments in Waterdeep and Neverwinter. With a message to either city, he can call in a large force of skilled mercenaries (veterans) to his aid.
MACKLIN TALCTUFT
Macklin Talctuft Macklin (N dwarf
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
high among the dwarf wedding guests, both for the coming events and for their first trip to the storied enclave. Read or paraphrase the following: On a gray morning with cloudy skies, three horse-drawn
before the caravan’s approach, with a set of stone doors taller than a giant set behind them to mark the interior entrance to the enclave. The caravan stops and waits as a dwarf with bagpipes steps
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
three statues on short pedestals: one of a tiefling, one of a dwarf, and one of a human, all in poses of supplication. Two of the statues—the tiefling and the human—appear to be missing something
statue of a dwarf holds a large urn as if about to take a drink. An etching on the statue’s base reads, “Lilva, who brewed the waters of the gods.” Pattox. At the room’s south, this blue stone statue of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
hangs in the fireplace of this cluttered kitchen, and stout worktables sized for a dwarf are covered with handy implements. A closet pantry stands in the corner next to a door that leads outside
.
Merle, the dwarf cook (commoner), works here from 6 a.m. to midnight. When confronted with danger, he grabs a rolling pin (treat it as a club) and defends himself. The door that leads outside is used
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
keeps the warriors and rangers headquartered here ready to fight at a moment’s notice. She is especially keen to hear news about the Scarlet Brotherhood. Kiara is convinced that the organization poses
alongside dwarf fighters from the Copperlocks clan. Travelers in need of shelter can rest on cots in the guard towers that surround the place, but only those with business related to the mine are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
dwarf (see the “Morley’s Debt” adventure hook) All three survivors have been traumatized by the recent attacks, which were unknowingly triggered by Janore Stormswake’s arrival at the hermitage. A fourth
survivors are convinced they will be back — perhaps as early as tonight, after the sun sets. Drowned Ones’ Threat. If the characters haven’t identified the ruined map found in area 13, Janore can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
. If Moguhl is captured and convinced to talk, she can provide intelligence on the prison beneath Castle Never, which she has been gathering in case she needs to break in to talk to Oppal. Characters
builder overseeing the renovations. Dwarf artisan Kollette Kwarter (NG female dwarf commoner) has finally grown tired of the elf’s constant griping and badgering. At any opportune moment as the characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
-foot-tall statue made of lustrous black rock reflects the torchlight. The statue depicts a giant, his face frozen in determination and his arms bracing the ceiling. A hole in the statue’s chest exposes
ruffians in leather armor play cards at one table, while two town guards eat at the bar and chat with the dwarf bartender. All eyes turn to you as the door opens.
This area is used as a mess hall for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
, Lupin has received parcels containing pieces of the shattered shield, each bearing a tiny constellation upon it. Lupin is convinced it’s a map, but to where, and whether that destination is terrestrial
flooded channels, keeping thieves from tunneling into the magically warded vaults. A lawful evil gold dwarf named Rakath Glitterbeard (bandit captain) acts as the bank’s proprietor and key treasurer of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
is starting to fear (rightfully) that Caerhan is dead, however, and if the characters treat him kindly, he might be convinced to join them. Gorkoh carries standard goblin weapons, plus three potions
sky to return the favor the heroes once did for her.
10. Shrine of Destruction In this final area of the caverns, the characters discover the missing City Watch guard, the dead dwarf who caused all