before better dangerous continues realm

Merrow Doublespeaker

Monsters Lorwyn: First Light

DC 13): At Will: Command, Mage Hand, Minor IllusionMost Shadowmoor merrow are Merrow Doublespeakers, seeking to trick those not wise to their nature. These merrows’ tail spines are dangerous

; doublespeakers can use them to stab or throw at foes. Merrow Merrow are primarily water-dwelling people who exploit the realm of Lorwyn-Shadowmoor’s land-dwelling species. They resemble

Boggart

Species Lorwyn: First Light

Boggarts are Small, squat goblinoids found in the realm of Lorwyn-Shadowmoor. They possess bestial physical features, including horns and animal- like snouts. Beyond these commonalities, boggart

for body modifications, such as riveting armored plates to their flesh. Shadowmoor boggart society is chaotic and decentralized; their communities are few and likely to be found in isolated or dangerous

Crown of Horns

Magic Items Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn

dying essence. Myrkul has since returned to become one of the Dead Three, and the Crown of Horns continues to further his gruesome will by seeking out mortal agents and gradually transforming them into

urges its wearer to spread dread and destruction wherever possible. Destroying the Crown. The crown is destroyed if it is worn by Myrkul's successor, Kelemvor, while he sits on the throne of Myrkul's former realm, the Bone Castle.

Razorvine Blight

Monsters Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse

dangerous, in Sigil they sometimes mimic the behaviors of the city’s other inhabitants—for better or worse. At least one blight, known as Patch, spreads copies of itself across the city, creating a spy network of copies with mysterious goals.

Xill

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

damage.Deep within the Ethereal Plane are the demiplanes, miniatures worlds built by powerful archmages and other mighty entities to serve as a private domain. Each demiplane is a designed realm

realities. Such is the realm that spawned the xill, horrific, insectoid creatures created long ago to serve an ancient, evil master. Gruesome Collectors. Xills are horrid, four-armed creatures that seem to

Burnished Hart

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

":"Hooves","rollDamageType":"fire"} fire damage.Among the first anvilwroughts to be forged by Purphoros, elegant burnished harts wander the mortal realm in search of new sights to bring back to the god of

, their minds filled with tales of how life's splendor continues to develop. The first anvilwroughts were created by the god of the forge, Purphoros. He gave the secret of breathing life into these

Mark of Shadow Elf

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

major families of the house. Known as the Shadow Schism, it resulted in a split withinin Phiarlan—and the foundation of House Thuranni. House Phiarlan continues to offer entertainment and

espionage in the lands west of the Mournland, while Thuranni operates in the eastern lands. As a rule, Phiarlan elves are the better spies and Thuranni agents are superior assassins. Thuranni and Phiarlan

Skylla

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

into allowing her to serve as the primary liaison between the League of Malevolence and the Hourglass Coven, claiming her pact with Baba Yaga made her better suited for the role than anyone else

effective melee combatant. She is more dangerous when she can use magic from a safe distance. She can also use her faerie fire spell to make foes easier for her allies to hit. League of Malevolence The

Orrery of the Wanderer

Magic Items Acquisitions Incorporated

planes. Eventually, it would impress upon its owner a desire to open portals into the most cursed and dangerous worlds, including the Far Realm. To prevent the orrery from ever being so used, Lottie

alignment changes to chaotic neutral, and you are compelled to engage with and explore the most dangerous planar realms. Master of Travel. While all six components of the Orrery of the Wanderer are

Witchkite

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

forbidden and dangerous magical secrets. The arcane nature of a witchkite’s hoard seeps into the dragon’s core, granting it spellcasting abilities and twisting its fiery breath into malevolent

Magic cards, there are red dragons (Opportunistic Dragon, Decadent Dragon, and Realm-Scorcher Hellkite), bronze dragons (Loch Dragon), and moonstone dragons (Shimmer Dragon and Archive Dragon). Moonstone dragons are described in Fizban’s Treasury of Dragons. Fire, Psychic

Mark of Handling Human

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

Mark of Handling allows Vadalis to work with more exotic creatures as well. Griffons, hippogriffs, and even bulettes can be bred and trained. Even with the Mark of Handling, this is dangerous work

rumors claim that Vadalis has crafted monsters of its own. Some rumors even insist that Vadalis is trying to magebreed better humans.

Akmon, Hammer of Purphoros

Magic Items Mythic Odysseys of Theros

Purphoros’s hammer works wonders and disasters, the god of the forge using it to craft ground-breaking marvels and dangerous inventions in equal measure. Purphoros rarely bestows Akmon on

the next dusk. Destroying the Hammer. To destroy the hammer, it must be taken to the realm of Tizerus, in the Underworld. There it must be coated in clay from the Mire of Punishment. The heat of the

Emerald Dragon Wyrmling

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

; attentiveness to unusual events makes them particularly useful to their sapphire dragon cousins, who hunt down Aberrations and seek evidence of Far Realm incursions into the Material Plane. These gem

create illusions, allowing them to better conceal their treasures from prying eyes and divinations. Creating an Emerald Dragon Use the Emerald Dragon Personality Traits and Emerald Dragon Ideals

Ancient Amethyst Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

dragons pay particular attention to intrusions of the Far Realm into the Material Plane. They loathe the corruption that accompanies such intrusions into the world, making them fierce opponents of the Far

Realm and any creatures warped by its touch. Strangely, though, they are intrigued by and fond of flumph;flumphs. These Aberrations, which oppose the depredations of mind flayer;mind flayers and

Polukranos

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

remains. A new incarnation of the World Eater is a fearsome omen, as the monster only appears when the pillars of the world tremble and terrible things are afoot in the realm of the gods. Its rampages

period of hibernation during which it continues to grow. When it awakens, it goes on a feeding rampage, so beginning the cycle once again. These rhythms of destruction sometimes become so ingrained in

Goblin

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

court of the Queen of Air and Darkness, one of the Feywild’s archfey. Goblins thrived in her dangerous domain thanks to a special boon from her—a supernatural knack for finding the weak

spots in foes larger than themselves and for getting out of trouble. Goblins brought this fey boon with them to worlds across the Material Plane, even if they don’t remember the fey realm they

Investigator

Backgrounds Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

the mysteries you’re embroiled in are local crimes or realm-spanning conspiracies, you’re driven by a personal need to hunt down even the most elusive clues and reveal what others would

, tracking down dangerous supernatural phenomena and preventing them from doing harm. 7 You found evidence of a conspiracy underpinning society. You tried to expose this mysterious cabal, but no

Eladrin Legacy

Species Mordenkainen’s Tome of Foes

Eladrin are elves native to the Feywild, a realm of beauty, unpredictable emotion, and boundless magic. An eladrin is associated with one of the four seasons and has coloration reminiscent of that

You spend excessively on creature comforts. Winter d4 Winter Personality Trait 1 The worst case is the most likely to occur. 2 You preserve what you have. Better to

Adult Amethyst Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

wisdom to accept it. Amethyst dragons pay particular attention to intrusions of the Far Realm into the Material Plane. They loathe the corruption that accompanies such intrusions into the world, making

them fierce opponents of the Far Realm and any creatures warped by its touch. Strangely, though, they are intrigued by and fond of flumph;flumphs. These Aberrations, which oppose the depredations of

Young Emerald Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

’ attentiveness to unusual events makes them particularly useful to their sapphire dragon cousins, who hunt down Aberrations and seek evidence of Far Realm incursions into the Material Plane

spells that create illusions, allowing them to better conceal their treasures from prying eyes and divinations. Creating an Emerald Dragon Use the Emerald Dragon Personality Traits and Emerald Dragon

Urchin - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

of the Guild or pressed into dirty and dangerous work by unscrupulous masters. You grew up on the streets alone, orphaned, and poor. You had no one to watch over you or to provide for you, so you

circumstances and embark on a better life? Skill Proficiencies: Sleight of Hand, StealthTool Proficiencies: Disguise kit, thieves’ toolsEquipment: A small knife, a map of the city you grew up

Deep Dragon Wyrmling Legacy

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

nightmarish cousins of chromatic dragons. The warped magical energy of their subterranean realm gives them the ability to exhale magical spores that instill fear and scar the mind. Deep dragons&rsquo

"} Ideal 1 Understanding. True power comes from the ability to discern other creatures’ motivations better than they can discern yours. (Any) 2 Kindred. All dragons are kin to one

Auril (Third Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

their own fates without the gods’ meddling, but the Frostmaiden could not stay away for long. Auril returned to her icy realm in the far north and, after a time, plunged it into frigid darkness

to be cautious and avoid contact with other creatures that can harm her. Auril’s worshipers know better than to disturb her self-imposed isolation. Terrible blizzards have cut off Icewind Dale

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

provoke retaliatory attacks from the creatures they steal from. It’s better to be cautious and overlooked than to be considered dangerous and a threat. In a couple of situations, kobolds might

invasion and oppression. Although individually they are timid and shy away from conflict, kobolds are dangerous if cornered, vicious when defending their eggs, and notorious for the dangerous

Auril (First Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

realm in the far north and, after a time, plunged it into frigid darkness using her magic. Casting such great magic night after 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 that can harm her. Auril’s worshipers know better than to

Young Deep Dragon Legacy

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

in the depths of the Underdark, deep dragons are nightmarish cousins of chromatic dragons. The warped magical energy of their subterranean realm gives them the ability to exhale magical spores that

":"1d6","rollType":"roll","rollAction":"Ideal"} Ideal 1 Understanding. True power comes from the ability to discern other creatures’ motivations better than they can discern yours

Claugiyliamatar (possessed)

Monsters Divine Contention

the crest that begins near its eyes and continues down its spine, reaching full height just behind the skull. A small wooded region near Westbridge hides many old dwarven ruins and the extensive

underground city known as Southkrypt. For centuries, Kryptgarden Forest has been the home and hunting ground of the ancient female green dragon Claugiyliamatar, better known to many as Old Gnawbone. She

Lizardfolk Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

’t scared of a troll; instead, they understand that a troll is a fearsome, dangerous creature and react accordingly. Lizardfolk never become angry in the way others do, but they act with

learned to laugh. You use this talent in response to all emotional situations, to better fit in with your comrades. 6 You still don’t understand how metaphors work. That doesn’t stop

Auril (Second Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

Frostmaiden could not stay away for long. Auril returned to her icy realm in the far north and, after a time, plunged it into frigid darkness using her magic. Casting such great magic night after

that can harm her. Auril’s worshipers know better than to disturb her self-imposed isolation. Terrible blizzards have cut off Icewind Dale from the rest of the world, and a shroud of mist

Exploring Delimbiyran

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

Exploring Delimbiyran The city of Delimbiyran, located a day’s march north of Daggerford, was once part of Phalorm, the dwarven, elven, and human Realm of Three Crowns. Repeated attacks by powerful

then have left little more than a few partially collapsed walls and archways to mark the fallen city aboveground, though its underground ruins are better preserved. If you have not yet staged a follow

Adventure Hooks

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Uni and the Hunt for the Lost Horn

Adventure Hooks Use one of the following adventure hooks to draw the characters into the story: Back to the Realm. This hook continues the story of the Dungeons & Dragons animated series and assumes

the players choose the premade characters that accompany this adventure. Long ago, the characters were transported to the Realm, a world filled with magic and monsters. With magic items they received

Adult Deep Dragon Legacy

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

nightmarish cousins of chromatic dragons. The warped magical energy of their subterranean realm gives them the ability to exhale magical spores that instill fear and scar the mind. Deep dragons’ black

1 Understanding. True power comes from the ability to discern other creatures’ motivations better than they can discern yours. (Any) 2 Kindred. All dragons are kin to one another

Mount Arak

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

Mount Arak Miles of tunnels run beneath Tepest’s forests and vales, all of which eventually lead to vast hidden caverns beneath the dramatic peaks of Mount Arak. The fey create their homes in a realm

of glowing crystals and mist-filled fissures. Dozens of different species live here, under the seelie Queen Maeve and the unseelie Prince Loht. These siblings jointly rule their hidden realm together

Marks of Prestige

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

Marks of Prestige Sometimes the most memorable reward for adventurers is the prestige that they acquire throughout a realm. Their adventures often earn them fame and power, allies and enemies, and

titles that they can pass on to their descendants. Some lords and ladies began as commoners who ventured into the dangerous places of the world and made names for themselves through their brave deeds

Background

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

becomes less fertile each year, groups of young farmers and adventurers have begun to plant crops along the dangerous borderlands called the Rattle. Despite the constant threat of monstrous predators

, new volunteers keep working in the Rattle to help provide for their people. If the bounty of the Ribbon continues to fade, learning to survive in the Rattle will prove vital to supporting

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