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Shadow Crossings

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

Shadow Crossings Similar to fey crossings, shadow crossings are locations where the veil between the Material Plane and the Shadowfell is so thin that creatures can walk from one plane to the other

. A blot of shadow in the corner of a dusty crypt might be a shadow crossing, as might an open grave. Shadow crossings form in gloomy places where spirits or the stench of death lingers, such as

Orc Legacy

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

Orcs trace their creation to the one-eyed god Gruumsh, an unstoppable warrior and powerful leader. The divine qualities of Gruumsh resonate within orcs, granting them a reflection of his toughness

in our world. If you’d like to determine your character’s height or weight randomly, consult the Random Height and Weight table in the Player’s Handbook, and choose the row in the table that best represents the build you imagine for your character.

Homeland

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

your experiences there shaped who your favored enemies are? Homelands d6 Homeland 1 You patrolled an ancient forest, darkened and corrupted by several crossings to the Shadowfell. 2 As part of a

, in an area imperiled by land creatures as well as aquatic ones. 5 Because you grew up among the peaks, finding the best path through the mountains is second nature to you. 6 You wandered the far north, learning how to protect yourself and prosper in a realm overrun by ice.

Feywild

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

emotional state of their rulers. The following sections describe a handful of the best-known Domains of Delight. Fablerise The domain of a story-spinning spider archfey named Yarnspinner, Fablerise is a

elegant clothing and value elaborate ceremony and ritualized etiquette, and the Fey are quick to shun those who flout the Summer Court’s baroque rules. Fey Crossings Fey crossings are places of

Sideshows

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Carnival’s best-known attractions include the following troupers (along with the stat blocks they use): Tindal the Barker. Tindal, the Carnival’s cynical, fast-talking lead barker (mage), tours the grounds

with visitors. At their last stop, he reveals his own uniqueness as the Amazing Soul-less Man: he casts no reflection and claims to lack a soul. Alti the Werehare. A quick-tongued rapper and dancer

Gold Dwarves

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

considered lucky). Males grow full beards that they keep oiled and well groomed, and both genders wear their hair long and often elaborately braided. Gold dwarves are best known for crafting beautiful objects

. According to them, all the natural resources of the world exist for mortals to turn them into objects of great beauty. Gold dwarves don’t want the most of everything; they want the best. Their

Meazel

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

darkness transformed them, and their bitterness made them twisted and cruel. Now, they loiter near Shadowfell crossings to waylay travelers who venture too close to their lairs. Divide and Conquer

-shaking calamities so they can pry secrets and power from the wreckage their conspiracies create. The nagpas fear the Raven Queen and do their best to avoid her and her agents. When it’s impossible to

Shipwright

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

fully repaired. Life at Sea Your life at sea and in port has shaped you; you can roll on the following table to determine its impact or choose an element that best fits your character. d6 Sea’s

lacking is the greatest disappointment. (Evil) 5 Reflection. Muddied water always clears in time. (Any) 6 Hope. The horizon at sea holds the greatest promise. (Any) Shipwright Bonds d6 Bond 1 I

Eileanar Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Netheril’s Fall: Tales of Terror, Treasure, and Time Travel

reflection, the Court of Fountains is also Eileanar’s most beautiful locale. The elf Aurivyl (Medium, Neutral Good Archpriest), a descendant of the Eaerlanni elves who taught the Netherese magic, is in

supplies. Fresh produce and frozen meats are kept here, as well as luxuries and spell materials best preserved in the cold. Low Netherese human Commoners and summoned Ice Mephits move frozen goods

Stone Giants

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

. Young stone giants practice tirelessly, hoping to prove themselves worthy of assisting the tribe’s best carvers. A stone giant master carver might devote years to finding the best stone before

beginning a great work. The best carvers are honored as the leaders and shamans of the tribe, and their hands are seen as holy — literally becoming the hands of Skoraeus Stonebones as they work. Of course

Ship Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

Ship Locations The following areas are identified on map 2.3. Map 2.3: Sea Ghost View Player Version 1. Main Deck Though the light is dim at best, you can see details of the ship’s main deck. In the

story to relate and will assist the characters to the best of his ability in their undertaking. Oceanus speaks Aquan as well as Elvish. If invited to do so, he joins the characters with enthusiasm and

Appendix: Roleplaying Cards

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory

afraid of my own reflection and avoid looking into mirrors. The Hall of Illusions terrifies me.” Clapperclaw the Scarecrow CHAPTER 2: HITHER Despite the loss of its original head, this child

whomever I’m talking with.” Ideal. “Terror is the best teacher, and frightened children make the best workers.” Bond. “Skabatha Nightshade is my true, loving mother. I must honor and protect her

Appendix D: Roleplaying Cards

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

afraid of my own reflection and avoid looking into mirrors. The Hall of Illusions terrifies me.” Clapperclaw the Scarecrow CHAPTER 2: HITHER Despite the loss of its original head, this child

whomever I’m talking with.” Ideal. “Terror is the best teacher, and frightened children make the best workers.” Bond. “Skabatha Nightshade is my true, loving mother. I must honor and protect her

Tomb Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

command me.” Ideal. “I yearn to see the best of all possible futures, so that I can help those futures come to pass.” Bond. “I faithfully serve Valin Sarnaster, the living embodiment of the divine will

they catch your reflection. This chamber was once used by the priests of the temple for meditation, and its magic is still intact. Two-sided mirrors set along the outside walls of this area reflect

The Dark Seldarine

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

assassination, illusions, and lies, Zinzerena personifies cruelty, stealth, misdirection, and survival by any means necessary. In some ways, Malyk is her reflection, and in many interpretations of

discovered, they are cast out from their houses. Ironically, these maverick nobles often become leading figures in Zinzerena’s cult, for they are the best educated and most politically experienced of

Colossus Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

follows its creator’s commands to the best of its ability. Teresiel doesn’t relinquish with the seeds willingly and is determined to deliver them to the abbey at Goldenfields. She asks the characters to

abode (area W9), it is visible to any character who enters this room. This room serves as a place of reflection and worship. Two Eternal Flame priests and one razerblast (see chapter 7 for both) are

Gibbet Crossing Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

to the brown mold growing on the other side of it. Statues. The six statues pushed into the corners are two dwarves, a drow, two quaggoths, and a basilisk that saw its own reflection. Each is

, Qunbraxel studies the obelisk fragment to determine how to best help the mind flayer fanatics. G24: Guard Room Lily Abdullina Qunbraxel, leader of the grimlocks in Gibbet Crossing, sits on a throne The east

Daelkyr

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

accumulated their own followings among the Cults of the Dragon Below. A few have abandoned the path of aggression in favor of solitary philosophy and reflection. A beholder philosopher might manipulate events

telepathic commands to the charmed creature (no action required), which it does its best to obey. Mind-Weakening Ray. The target must succeed on a DC 22 Intelligence saving throw or take 36 (8d8

Monastery Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

. After hearing out the characters, Qarbo chooses one of the following options: If the party seems ready to join the cult, Qarbo explains that they must start with a period of self-denial and reflection

attack her at once, she realizes at once that this is no longer a practice session and tries her best to kill or incapacitate as many of her foes as possible. Her battered Sacred Stone monks join in as

Upper Palace Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

could see the objects of their heart’s desire reflected in it. Any creature that stares into the mirror for 1 minute sees its own reflection fade away, to be replaced by an image of the thing it wants

with each hag using her plane shift spell to flee Prismeer. The hags also use this spell to escape if the characters attack them. Otherwise, the hags do what they do best: deceive and bargain. They

Locations E - H

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

belligerently protective treants. Thus, it is best “forgotten.” An immortal druid named Pheszeltan dwells deep in the woods and is willing to offer advice to those with the skill to reach him. Fork

Tree Ghost tribe. The forest holds many hidden settlements, haunted ruins, fey crossings, and ancient magical wards. In the outermost fringes of the forest, woodcutters ply their trade, and outlaws on

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