before blast deep continuously ready

Xardorok Sunblight

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

, requiring no material components: At will: eldritch blast (see “Actions” below), mage hand 1/day each: hold person, suggestion Sunlight Sensitivity. While in sunlight, Xardorok has

disadvantage on attack rolls, as well as on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on sight.Multiattack. Xardorok attacks twice with a weapon or casts eldritch blast twice. Spiked Gauntlet. Melee Weapon

Gnome Ceremorph

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

., one target. Hit: 12 (3d6 + 2);{"diceNotation":"3d6+2","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Laser Pistol","rollDamageType":"radiant"} radiant damage. Mind Blast (Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6

","rollType":"recharge","rollAction":"Mind Blast"}. The ceremorph magically emits psychic energy in a 60-foot cone. Each creature in that area must succeed on a DC 15 Intelligence saving throw or take 22

Sweettooth Horror

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

origin of Sweettooth Village. This eerie, abandoned town constructed of gingerbread and frosting lies deep in the wilds of Eldraine. Some say the fiendish candy monsters that prowl its butterscotch-lined

control, that time has long since passed. “I smell frosting. Ready your weapons!” —Greta, scourge of Sweettooth Horrors of Sweettooth Village In addition to the Sweettooth horror

Ulitharid

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

brain. Mind Blast (Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6", "rollType":"recharge", "rollAction":"Mind Blast"}. The ulitharid magically emits psychic energy in a 60-foot cone. Each creature in that area

must succeed on a DC 17 Intelligence saving throw or take 31 (4d12 + 5);{"diceNotation":"4d12+5", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Mind Blast", "rollDamageType":"psychic"} psychic damage and be

Assassin Bug

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

heart, consuming it and killing the host unless they are quickly destroyed. After gorging themselves on the host's body over several days, the maggots emerge as juvenile assassin bugs, ready to

infested areas, guards patrol with burning brands and flaming swords, ready to set suspect dwellings ablaze. Fire is an effective destroyer of assassin bug maggots, and wild creatures observed running

Vampiric Mist

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

victim, so vampiric mists can feed on sleepers without waking them. The more a mist feeds, the redder it gets, such that it turns pink, then red, and finally a deep scarlet hue; when sated, it rains blood

. In battle, a mist focuses its attacks on injured targets, since open wounds are a more ready source of blood.PoisonAcid, Cold, Lightning, Necrotic, Thunder; Bludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing from Nonmagical Attacks

Elder Brain Legacy

Monsters Volo's Guide to Monsters

","rollDamageType":"psychic"} psychic damage at the start of each of its turns until the grapple ends. The elder brain can have up to four targets grappled at a time. Mind Blast (Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6

","rollType":"recharge","rollAction":"Mind Blast"}. The elder brain magically emits psychic energy. Creatures of the elder brain’s choice within 60 feet of it must succeed on a DC 18 Intelligence

K'thriss Drow'b

Monsters Acquisitions Incorporated

blast, mending, prestidigitation, thorn whip, vicious mockery 1st–3rd level (2 3rd-level slots): dissonant whispers, fly, hex, misty step, sending, shatterMultiattack. K'thriss makes two attacks with his

when enemies hear K'thriss whisper the deep truths of the Ur — typically something about how on a geologic time scale, everyone's desires are meaningless — they remember it. K'thriss's familiar

Ancient White Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType":"recharge","rollAction":"Cold Breath"}. The dragon exhales an icy blast in a 90-foot cone. Each creature in that area must make a DC 22 Constitution saving throw

":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone. The dragon can then fly up to half its flying speed.A White Dragon’s Lair White dragons lair in icy caves and deep subterranean chambers far from

Adult White Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType":"recharge","rollAction":"Cold Breath"}. The dragon exhales an icy blast in a 60-foot cone. Each creature in that area must make a DC 19 Constitution saving throw

":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone. The dragon can then fly up to half its flying speed.A White Dragon’s Lair White dragons lair in icy caves and deep subterranean chambers far from

Elder Brain

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

grapple ends. The elder brain can have up to four targets grappled at a time. Mind Blast (Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType":"recharge","rollAction":"Mind Blast"}. Creatures of the elder brain

’s choice within 60 feet of it must succeed on a DC 18 Intelligence saving throw or take 32 (5d10 + 5);{"diceNotation":"5d10+5","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Mind Blast","rollDamageType

Monk Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

, knocking their blows aside and sending them reeling, until at last she stands alone. Taking a deep breath, a human covered in tattoos settles into a battle stance. As the first charging orcs reach him, he

exhales and a blast of fire roars from his mouth, engulfing his foes. Moving with the silence of the night, a black-clad halfling steps into a shadow beneath an arch and emerges from another inky

Shifter Legacy

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

Geth’s ancient heritage rose up from deep within him, spreading out from the core of his being. Some shifters manifested terrible claws, others massive fangs, still others astounding speed or

ready for change or opportunity. Shifters have a natural inclination toward classes with a primal connection. A shifter barbarian draws their rage from the beast within. A shifter ranger indulges

Wave Echo Cave Features

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

come about two minutes apart, growing louder toward the northeast. Wave Echo Cave is nowhere near an ocean, but a water-filled cavern deep in the mine connects to an underground hot spring. The

spring boils over continuously, producing a surge that slams into a narrow funnel and sounds like breaking surf. Describe this sound to players on occasion; it should pique their curiosity and lure them toward its source—and consequently draw them deeper into the mine.

General Features

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

underfoot shiver. Waves come about two minutes apart, growing louder toward the northeast. Wave Echo Cave is nowhere near the ocean, but a water-filled cavern deep in the mine is connected to an

underground hot spring. That spring boils over continuously to produce a surge that slams into a narrow funnel, making a sound like breaking surf. Describe this sound to players on occasion. It will pique their curiosity and lure them toward its source, drawing them deeper into the mine as a consequence.

Battle Begins

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

Battle Begins When the characters are ready, Darrett or a militia member guides them into line with the other Vogler troops. Read the following description: After much laughter and jostling, the

, a reenactor hoots and yells, “Let’s send those Istarian rats running!” A moment later, a trumpet blast signals the start of the battle. “For Istar!” yells the mercenaries’ leader, a tall half-ogre

Arekanz's Donjon Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

deities. A deep valley separates two of these hills and stretches as far as can be seen in either direction. Under your feet, the ground shifts as mounds of scree continuously collapse into the

sword. They attack any characters who cross the sword bridge. G3: Horror’s Fissure An wide fissure runs east to west between the sword bridge and a tall shrine. The fissure is 30 feet deep. As the

Monk

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

, knocking their blows aside and sending them reeling, until at last she stands alone. Taking a deep breath, a human covered in tattoos settles into a battle stance. As the first charging orcs reach

him, he exhales and a blast of fire roars from his mouth, engulfing his foes. Moving with the silence of the night, a black-clad halfling steps into a shadow beneath an arch and emerges from another

6. Loot

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath

6. Loot This central chamber is where the loot to be sold or transported is packaged and stored. When ready, it’s carried down to the shore, loaded onto ships operated by the Cult of Talos, and taken

thunder damage on a failed save, or half as much on a success. The creatures within the blast radius are also covered in green ink that only comes off with repeated scrubbing over the course of months

Entering the Citadel

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

Entering the Citadel Most visitors come to the city by passage on one of the Concord Jewels. However, it’s possible to find the Citadel through exploration of the Deep Ethereal. The Auroral Diamond

acts like a beacon for the lost and hopeless, and many who seek the Radiant Citadel within the Deep Ethereal find their way there within a few days of searching. There is only one official entrance to

Monk

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

, knocking their blows aside and sending them reeling, until at last she stands alone. Taking a deep breath, a human covered in tattoos settles into a battle stance. As the first charging orcs reach

him, he exhales and a blast of fire roars from his mouth, engulfing his foes. Moving with the silence of the night, a black-clad halfling steps into a shadow beneath an arch and emerges from another

Entering the Citadel

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Radiant Citadel

Entering the Citadel Most visitors come to the city by passage on one of the Concord Jewels. However, it’s possible to find the Citadel through exploration of the Deep Ethereal. The Auroral Diamond

acts like a beacon for the lost and hopeless, and many who seek the Radiant Citadel within the Deep Ethereal find their way there within a few days of searching. There is only one official entrance to

Kysh (Triton)

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

(1d6 + 2) piercing damage, or 6 (1d8 + 2) piercing damage if used with two hands to make a melee attack. A prisoner of the sahuagin in The Final Enemy, Kysh is a defender of the deep sea realms who

is ready to join the party in their struggle. Tritons are folk of the Elemental Plane of Water who journeyed to the Material Plane to watch over the dark places of the ocean depths. They stand guard

Goblinoids (Heirs of Dhakaan)

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

spreading among their people and knew it would destroy their civilization. They led their forces into deep subterranean chambers and severed all contact with the outside world. In recent years these

clan, or kech, believes its leader has the right to control all the others. And so the champions of Dhakaan continuously compete with each other to prove their right to rule. The Kech Sharaat

Mind Flayer

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

.; Passive Perception 16 Languages Deep Speech, Undercommon; telepathy 120 ft. CR 7 (XP 2,900; PB +3) Traits Magic Resistance. The mind flayer has Advantage on saving throws against spells and other

. Mind Blast (Recharge 5–6). Intelligence Saving Throw: DC 15, each creature in a 60-foot Cone. Failure: 31 (6d8 + 4) Psychic damage, and the target has the Stunned condition until the end of the mind

Arborea

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

Arborea Larger than life, Arborea is a place of violent moods and deep affections, of whim backed by steel, and of passions that blaze brightly until they burn out. Its good-natured inhabitants are

. Elves born on this plane have the celestial type and are wild at heart, ready to battle evil in a heartbeat. Otherwise, they look and behave like normal elves. Optional Rule: Intense Yearning Keep track

Shown the Door

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

Shown the Door When the characters are ready to enter Little Lockford, they’re led to the town’s fortified entrance by Sergeant Yombad Cragknuckle (neutral good deep gnome), the highest ranked of the

Catching the Train

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

and the train is ready to go, read the following text: Machinery whirs and clicks as the train shudders and creeps forward, gradually picking up speed. Another horn blast signals that the Concordant Express is once again on the move.

Military Contacts

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

haze of intoxication 3 A grim officer who expects the Last War to reignite at any moment and intends to be ready 4 A cheerful officer with a dark sense of humor who merrily sends you into grave danger 5

A kindly officer who is hesitant to send you into danger and constantly reminds you to be careful 6 A bitter officer who carries deep grudges against your nation’s enemies in the Last War and leaps at

The Phylactery Vault

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5

. “You have a chance to deal a heavy blow to Szass Tam and the liches of Thay. The black gates have been disrupted, allowing entry into a chamber deep beneath the Doomvault. Accessible only by magic, this

. You can enter through any black gate in the Temples of Extraction when you are ready.” The characters can ask questions, but at best Syranna knows only a little more than they do. (You can use this opportunity to give out information you want the players to know before proceeding.)

6. Svirfneblin Enclave

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

6. Svirfneblin Enclave The deep gnomes look for any opportunity to corner the market on goods their competitors are in short supply of. Gabble Dripskillet, the svirfneblin chief negotiator, used to

duergar attacked. 6a. Svirfneblin Fungi Grove The fungal grove in the deep gnome enclave has been left to grow wild. Strewn about the grove are the corpses of a dozen dead svirfneblin, all of whom were

The Deep Roots of War

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

The Deep Roots of War Take this message to your doddering fool of a god. His turn is coming, Laduguer willing. — Duergar assassin Vozala Spikefist, before slaying the dwarf king Umbrag

valuables, not digging too far beneath the surface. The dwarves of clan Duergar, however, became obsessed with delving deep into the Underdark. The clan’s miners continually insisted that a great trove of

Mantol-Derith

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

svirfneblin come to trade with each other and with surface-dwellers interested in conducting business with the deep places. Its location is kept secret — I only know that it is fairly close to the

Darklake. The drow sell weapons, armor, magic scrolls and potions, and fine works of art. The duergar trade mainly in fine steel, and demand high prices to do so. Deep gnomes come to market with gems

Alley: Spring

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

squares contain deep puddles of muddy water. Hidden within each puddle is a spring-loaded bear trap. A creature that has a passive Perception score of 13 or higher spots a trap before accidentally stepping

becomes attuned to the Stone of Golorr, it reveals the location of the Vault of Dragons, below a theater in the Castle Ward called the Pink Flumph, and the three keys that are needed to enter it. When the characters are ready to visit the location, proceed with encounter 6, “Theater.”

Ilvaash's Refraction

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

ascend to the surface of the Briny Pool in area B22, read or paraphrase the following: The large chamber holding the impossibly deep pool of cerebral fluid is no longer empty. An enormous, floating

foe. It fights until destroyed. If the characters are escorting rescued townspeople, the refraction targets the former captives with its Dissonant Claw attack or mind blast in the hope of driving the

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