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Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
, thaumaturgy
1/day each: blade barrier, dispel magic, flame strike, lesser restoration, revivifyHigh Master Kansaldi Fire-Eyes leads the Red Dragon Army’s offensive in Solamnia. A fanatical adherent
pursues these orders with a fanatic’s zeal. For her, there is no possibility of defeat—there is only the Dragon Queen’s will.FireDragon Queen’s Favor. Kansaldi or one creature she
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
will of their masters. They wield a deadly combination of unarmed fighting techniques and shadow magic to deceive and defeat their foes. While on secret missions, they wear masks crafted to resemble
monsters, both to conceal their identities and to strike fear into their foes.
An iron shadow is usually recruited from the ranks of the Feywild’s hobgoblin armies or from among the hobgoblins who
Soldier
Legacy
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Backgrounds
Basic Rules (2014)
, Intimidation
Tool Proficiencies: One type of gaming set, vehicles (land)
Equipment: An insignia of rank, a trophy taken from a fallen enemy (a dagger, broken blade, or piece of a banner), a set of bone dice
forget the crushing defeat my company suffered or the enemies who dealt it.
5
Those who fight beside me are those worth dying for.
6
I fight for those who cannot fight for themselves
Classes
Xanathar's Guide to Everything
conquest seared on the upper arm.
Douse the Flame of Hope. It is not enough to merely defeat an enemy in battle. Your victory must be so overwhelming that your enemies’ will to fight is shattered
forever. A blade can end a life. Fear can end an empire.
Rule with an Iron Fist. Once you have conquered, tolerate no dissent. Your word is law. Those who obey it shall be favored. Those who defy it
Classes
Xanathar's Guide to Everything
conquest seared on the upper arm.
Douse the Flame of Hope. It is not enough to merely defeat an enemy in battle. Your victory must be so overwhelming that your enemies’ will to fight is shattered
forever. A blade can end a life. Fear can end an empire.
Rule with an Iron Fist. Once you have conquered, tolerate no dissent. Your word is law. Those who obey it shall be favored. Those who defy it
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
gaming set, vehicles (land)
Equipment: An insignia of rank, a trophy taken from a fallen enemy (a dagger, broken blade, or piece of a banner), a set of bone dice or deck of cards, a set of common
life on the battlefield. To this day, I will never leave a friend behind.
3
My honor is my life.
4
I’ll never forget the crushing defeat my company suffered or the enemies who dealt it
Monk
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Classes
Basic Rules (2014)
shadow on a balcony a stone’s throw away. She slides her blade free of its cloth-wrapped scabbard and peers through the open window at the tyrant prince, so vulnerable in the grip of sleep
landscapes of the worlds of D&D, tiny refuges from the flow of ordinary life, where time seems to stand still. The monks who live there seek personal perfection through contemplation and rigorous
Aasimar
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
I saw her, wreathed in wings of pure light, her eyes blazing with the fury of the gods. The bone devils stopped in their tracks, shielding their faces. Her blade, now a brand of light, swept
the chance.
When traveling, aasimar prefer hoods, closed helms, and other gear that allows them to conceal their identities. They nevertheless have no compunction about striking openly at evil. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
spells that completely change the way adventurers interact with the world. Their big, flashy spells are significant in combat — disintegrate, blade barrier, and heal, for example — but behind-the
hungry purple worms. They might encounter and even defeat a powerful adult dragon that has established a lair and a significant presence in the world. At this tier, adventurers make their mark on the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
techniques and shadow magic to deceive and defeat their foes. While on secret missions, they wear masks crafted to resemble monsters, both to conceal their identities and to strike fear into their foes. An
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
magic is a sign of weakness and inefficiency. A warrior doesn’t need to know about metallurgy to wield a blade, so why should a wizard care about where magic comes from? Devastators love to prove their
ready to wield a deadly combination of unarmed fighting techniques and shadow magic to deceive and defeat her foes. She continues to spy on other hobgoblins, but is now also empowered to conduct
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Kansaldi’s command and ordered her to claim the Kalaman region in the Dragon Queen’s name. Kansaldi pursues these orders with a fanatic’s zeal. For her, there is no possibility of defeat—there is only
spellcasting ability (spell save DC 16):
At will: light, spare the dying, thaumaturgy
1/day each: blade barrier, dispel magic, flame strike, lesser restoration, revivify
Bonus Actions
Dragon
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
, appearing to one side or the other. If he is seen riding a white mare (Veiros), then the army will succeed. If he rides a black stallion (Deiros), then defeat is certain. Most often he appears to be riding
skilled in the art of war. Many of his ordained don’t serve in temples, but as battlefield chaplains with armies and mercenary companies, encouraging their fellow soldiers with both word and blade
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
bleak stone fortress carved out of a gigantic, blade-shaped rock. A central tower looms above the rest of the fortress, and light leaks from its arrow slits. Four smaller towers rise from the outermost
guard room (area R3). These guards insist on confiscating the characters’ weapons. In addition, one guard searches each character for concealed weapons. A character can conceal a dagger or similarly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
accosted by four lawful evil astral elf warriors (see Boo’s Astral Menagerie) wearing cloaks and visors to conceal their identities. These elves (named Faarfryn, Helix, Kekarion, and Lannis) seek to
avenge the defeat of Captain Azmadian and the Dark Star by killing the characters in the streets. Gadaric Main, the proconsul to Prince Andru of Bral, has given these emissaries diplomatic immunity. As a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
will help civilize the town. Sildar also encourages the characters to keep up the pressure on the Cragmaw goblins. He offers the party a 500 gp reward if they can locate Cragmaw Castle and defeat or
the alias Glasstaff to conceal his identity. (The Redbrands call him that because he carries a glass staff.) Once he learns the truth about Iarno, Sildar expresses a desire to have the wizard captured
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
encourages the characters to keep up the pressure on the Cragmaw goblins. He offers the party a 500 gp reward if they can locate Cragmaw Castle and defeat or drive off the band’s leader. Sildar suggests
his thirties.” In reality, Iarno created the Redbrands, installed himself as their leader, and took the pseudonym “Glasstaff” to conceal his true identity. (The Redbrands call him that because he
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
about the characters’ prowess. The characters might later face Rachazz in or near the citadel. If the characters struggle to defeat the drow and driders, Rachazz joins the fight against the intruders
saving throw or have the paralyzed condition until the start of Camlash’s next turn.
Actions
Multiattack. Camlash makes one Flaming Whip attack and one Lightning Blade attack. Camlash can replace one
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
characters enter before defeating the banshee in area B44, the five skeletons animate and attack. The skeletons don’t pursue characters outside this room. If the characters defeat the banshee, the
burial chambers of King Alendria and Queen Zanobis. The annex contains several obstacles designed to deter tomb robbers and other would-be plunderers. Blade Traps. Three swinging blades are hidden in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer
shadows. Under the tutelage of the Dreaming Dark, the Sharn Deneith have become masters of intrigue and subtlety. They carefully conceal their psionic power from outsiders while using it to gather
Multiattack. The infiltrator makes three Mind Blade attacks.
Mind Blade. Melee or Ranged Attack Roll: +7, reach 5 ft. or range 30 ft. Hit: 14 (3d6 + 4) Psychic damage.
Spellcasting. The infiltrator casts
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Prisoner 13
, blade-shaped rock. A central tower looms above the rest of the fortress, and light leaks from its arrow slits. Four smaller towers rise from the outermost corners of the fortress, and guards can be seen
conceal a dagger or similarly sized weapon from a guard’s notice with a successful DC 13 Dexterity (Sleight of Hand) check. If the characters have sled dogs or pack animals, a guard grants the party
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
, blade-shaped rock. A central tower looms above the rest of the fortress, and light leaks from its arrow slits. Four smaller towers rise from the outermost corners of the fortress, and guards can be seen
conceal a dagger or similarly sized weapon from a guard’s notice with a successful DC 13 Dexterity (Sleight of Hand) check. If the characters have sled dogs or pack animals, a guard grants the party
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
denizens use these mounds to conceal their treasure. Two Lizardfolk Wardens hide among the reeds, watching over the mounds. The lizardfolk have the Invisible condition and are Hostile toward the characters
campsite for clues to its inhabitant’s whereabouts and make one of the following ability checks. Consider these examples: DC 15 Wisdom (Perception). The character spots the glint of Jacko’s blade in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Proficiencies: One type of gaming set, vehicles (land) Equipment: An insignia of rank, a trophy taken from a fallen enemy (a dagger, broken blade, or piece of a banner), a set of bone dice or deck of cards, a
battlefield. To this day, I will never leave a friend behind. 3 My honor is my life. 4 I’ll never forget the crushing defeat my company suffered or the enemies who dealt it. 5 Those who fight beside me
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
conquest seared on the upper arm. Douse the Flame of Hope. It is not enough to merely defeat an enemy in battle. Your victory must be so overwhelming that your enemies’ will to fight is shattered forever. A
blade can end a life. Fear can end an empire. Rule with an Iron Fist. Once you have conquered, tolerate no dissent. Your word is law. Those who obey it shall be favored. Those who defy it shall be
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
secrets Grave,* Knowledge Gemstone in a mountain
Gorm Gulthyn LG Vigilance War Bronze half-mask
Haela Brightaxe CG Combat prowess, luck in battle War Upright sword with blade sheathed
foes. Clangeddin encourages dwarf warriors to venture out of the stronghold in search of foes to defeat. He particularly hates goblinoids, giants, and dragons. He compels his followers to seek out and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
friend and war mount, with the power to shapechange into a golden-furred mammoth with wings. Their friendship stretches back centuries. When defeat on Avernus appeared inevitable, Zariel entrusted her
. Yeenoghu’s pet — an enormous demon named Crokek’toeck — chased Yael and Lulu across Avernus. Before it could devour them, Yael plunged Zariel’s holy blade into a stone as Lulu poured every ounce of her
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Maze of Mists The second floor of the pyramid is the Maze of Mists: a vast, confounding maze designed to defeat clever intruders who bypass the false tomb by way of the offering bowl in area P4. Amun
axe juts from his chest. The axe is a Berserker Axe. The weapon’s name (“Enduval”) is inscribed into the blade. The axe stops shimmering once it’s removed from the corpse. P14i. Characters who have a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
cost of their free will. The Cult of the Howling Hatred relies upon deception and trickery both to recruit its members and defeat its enemies. Even so, those that underestimate the air cult for their
is from appendix B):
Cantrips (at will): blade ward, gust,* light, prestidigitation, shocking grasp
1st level (4 slots): feather fall, shield, witch bolt
2nd level (3 slots): dust devil,* gust
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
, plant, and harvest. She knew that the bounty of a halfling village would be tempting plunder for any brigand or monster, so she used her powers to conceal their homes from easy discovery, blending them
to defeat a much larger foe. The elders know that the world outside is dangerous and that their kin must understand how to deal with those dangers. Stories about Arvoreen are told in such a way that
compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
tactics and quick thinking, and the party risks defeat.
XP Thresholds by Character Level Character Level ————— Encounter Difficulty —————
Easy Medium Hard Deadly
1st 25 50 75 100
their enemies to move around, such as chandeliers, kegs of gunpowder or oil, and whirling blade traps
Enemies in hard-to-reach locations or defensive positions, so that characters who normally attack at range are forced to move around the battlefield
Different types of monsters working together
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
conceal his identity, revealing it only when the time has come to display his true power. He is always well-dressed, donning the fine clothing of a noble or wearing the armor and gear of a successful
, is hairless, and is covered with bleeding wounds caused by a slashing blade. His face is a skull flayed of its flesh and surrounded by a halo of blood. Bhaal is a vicious bully who enjoys killing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
(spell save DC 13, +5 to hit with spell attacks). It knows the following sorcerer spells (an asterisked spell is from appendix B):
Cantrips (at will): acid splash, blade ward, light, mending, mold earth
attacks). It knows the following sorcerer spells (an asterisked spell is from appendix B):
Cantrips (at will): acid splash, blade ward, light, mending, mold earth*
1st level (4 slots): expeditious
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
is obvious. Understanding its nature is not. The DC of the check, regardless of its type, depends on the skill and care taken to conceal the trap. Most traps can be detected with a successful DC 20
scything blade can be broken, a sliding block can be held in place, or a net can be torn apart. A magic trap can be disabled by someone who can undermine the magic used to power it. Typically, a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
be left alone and seldom, if ever, leaves their domain. They might adopt disguises or turn invisible when they travel, and they might use magic to conceal their lair. 8 Wild. The archfey has the
magic item that can be used to defeat a powerful monster. As the DM, you decide whether such a gift is warranted. To randomly determine what kind of gift your archfey might bestow on a character, roll on