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Echo of Demogorgon

Monsters Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

the Ordning. Whatever the truth of their origin, ettins sometimes recognize a kindred soul in the two-headed Demogorgon and devote themselves to his service. Those who prove exceptionally valuable to

Demogorgon’s purposes in the Material Plane are rewarded with a “blessing” that transforms them into monstrous echoes of their demon patron. The arms of an echo of Demogorgon

Folk Hero Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

after I led a symbolic act of protest against it. 9 A celestial, fey, or similar creature gave me a blessing or revealed my secret origin. 10 Recruited into a lord’s army, I rose to

arguments. 5 I’m confident in my own abilities and do what I can to instill confidence in others. 6 Thinking is for other people. I prefer action. 7 I misuse long words in an attempt

Echo of Demogorgon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

the two-headed Demogorgon and devote themselves to his service. Those who prove exceptionally valuable to Demogorgon’s purposes in the Material Plane are rewarded with a “blessing” that transforms them

Echo of Demogorgon No transformation wrought by the hand (or tentacle, whatever) of a demon lord is rightly understood as a “blessing.” —Bigby Some legends claim the first ettins were orcs

Wei's Betrayal

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

, she witnesses the discovery of the potions of longevity, the lack of Dragon’s Blessing, and any slips Zhong Yin makes when talking about the reason for the investigation. After this, whenever the

characters decide to head for area Y1 to leave the ruins, read the following: Rumbling fills the tunnels, and a tremor disturbs the nearby rubble. All goes quiet again, but now a haze of dust hangs in

24. Children's Bedroom

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

dress with a veiled hat stares at you from where it sways in a wooden rocking chair. The skeleton is all that remains of Theodora Halvhrest. It is not undead, but a blessing laid upon this room causes

, read the following: A boy’s voice issues from a stuffed purple dragon on one of the beds. “They’re not like the others. Should we hide from them too, Regan?” “Well, it doesn’t matter now, donkey!” a

Karametra's Champions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

raiders to give up their ways, settle down, found a village, and devote their lives to farming. A Karametra Campaign At first glance, a campaign in which the player characters are champions of

the same goals. At the beginning of the campaign, the characters might discover a community in desperate straits and receive Karametra’s blessing as they restore it to a state of safety and prosperity

Odunos

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

, there was one witness to his escape, an unremarkable soul called Tymaret. Sharing what he’d seen with the god of the dead, Tymaret received a cursed blessing from Erebos: he would be restored to the

encountered, confident that one of these victims would be Phenax. Yet, when Phenax became a god, he evaded his pursuer, leaving Tymaret and his legions of Returned to eternally, fruitlessly kill in Erebos’s name.

Inscrutable

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

Inscrutable Like a sphinx, you have a mind like a maze, impenetrable to mortal scrutiny. This might be a gift or training from an actual sphinx, the blessing (or curse) of a god, or an inexplicable

. Sphinx’s Shroud. You are immune to any effect that allows other creatures to sense your emotions or read your thoughts. Wisdom (Insight) checks made to ascertain your intentions or sincerity have

Preparation Time

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

these steps: Step 1. Focus on the story of the adventure. Read or reread the adventure’s introduction and background information. Create a bulleted list of key plot points to make sure a coherent

. Carefully review each “possible” encounter. Step 7. Devote any time you have left to creating improvisational aids. Three-Hour Preparation If you have three hours to prepare, add these steps: Step 8. Skim

Secret Grotto Locations

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

this area. When all the characters have arrived, read the following: The walls of this hexagonal stone chamber are shot through with pale white veins of faintly glowing jade. A bronze double door

little they know about her plans or Dragon’s Blessing. Any investigation of the bodies in the room reveals them to be humans and dwarves, some only a few months deceased. A character who succeeds on a DC

Preparation Time

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

these steps: Step 1. Focus on the story of the adventure. Read or reread the adventure’s introduction and background information. Create a bulleted list of key plot points to make sure a coherent

another hour to prepare, add these steps: Step 6. Carefully review each “possible” encounter. Step 7. Devote any time you have left to creating improvisational aids (see the “Improvising Answers” section in

Meeting the Captains

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

Secret Agent Feel free to roleplay the interactions here as much or as little as you are comfortable. If the characters ask to get a read on the attitudes of the two captains, Stands in Tar is pretty much

as advertised: competent but foolhardy, experienced but overly confident. Kristoffen, on the other hand, is hiding something. With a successful DC 20 Wisdom (Insight) check, a character can sense

Group Debriefing

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

Group Debriefing The meeting with Marshal Vendri takes place in a small meeting room. Read the following: Marshal Vendri has claimed a modest meeting room down the hall from the council chamber

isn’t confident the move is strategically sound, she thinks it’s a good idea for the characters to get out of Kalaman for a while to avoid the ire of its citizens. She asks the characters to leave

Quest: Priestly Duties

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

Holy Symbol Impromptu Blessing A married couple asked Fazzir to give them a blessing for safe travel for a romantic getaway. Fazzir needs two assistants to perform the ceremony. To conduct the ceremony

gatehouse, read the following boxed text aloud: This gatehouse consists of a broad stone archway framed by a squat building constructed along the keep’s inner wall. Battlements line its flat roof, atop

Oracle

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

determine what unwanted revelations you receive. The gods seek mortal oracles to act as their agents. As a result, most oracles devote themselves to the service of a single god and learn to ignore the

the god’s service, if necessary. You gain the following traits. Ears of the Oracle. You can speak, read, and write Celestial, the language of the gods. In addition, a god might deliver a message

Elk and Tiger

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

Elk Tribe, who received a vision about the characters’ journey to the Reghed Glacier. Elk Tribe Escort Several hours before the party reaches the glacier, read: As you crest another ridge, you spot a

shoulders.” Tiger Tribe Ambush When the characters reach the glacial wall, read: The Reghed Glacier rises hundreds of feet into the sky. The foot of the glacier is still a half-mile away. Suddenly, nearly

Folk Hero

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

implements as weapons against a tyrant’s soldiers. 8 A lord rescinded an unpopular decree after I led a symbolic act of protest against it. 9 A celestial, fey, or similar creature gave me a blessing

solution to arguments. 5 I’m confident in my own abilities and do what I can to instill confidence in others. 6 Thinking is for other people. I prefer action. 7 I misuse long words in an attempt to sound

Folk Hero

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

implements as weapons against a tyrant’s soldiers. 8 A lord rescinded an unpopular decree after I led a symbolic act of protest against it. 9 A celestial, fey, or similar creature gave me a blessing

solution to arguments. 5 I’m confident in my own abilities and do what I can to instill confidence in others. 6 Thinking is for other people. I prefer action. 7 I misuse long words in an attempt to sound

Into the Forest

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

characters help the druid without reservation, read the following. It takes all your effort to lift the tree, knowing that you put yourselves at risk if it shifts against you. But then even as you

!” she says. “How many might fall back in fear at the sight of a stranger in the woods, or think first of their own safety before helping another? I grant you my blessing. May your hearts prove true

Into the Forest

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

help others. If the characters help the druid without reservation, read the following. It takes all your effort to lift the tree, knowing that you put yourselves at risk if it shifts against you. But

injury. “Heroes at last!” she says. “How many might fall back in fear at the sight of a stranger in the woods, or think first of their own safety before helping another? I grant you my blessing. May your

Grimskalle Locations (G15-G23)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

Grimskalle Locations (G15-G23) G15. Tests of the Frostmaiden The first time the characters enter one of these chambers, read: The walls of this oddly shaped room are etched with elaborate panoramas

one or more of the characters are transported here, read: Your surroundings vanish in a flurry of snow and ice. When your vision clears, you find yourself standing at the edge of a camp, its tents

Roleplaying Prisoner 13

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

Roleplaying Prisoner 13 The first time the characters encounter Prisoner 13, read the following: This tightly muscled dwarven woman keeps her red hair cut short. Her bronze skin is covered in tattoos

. While confined to her antimagic cell, she is cautious since she can’t rely on her magic tattoos to defend herself. Outside her cell, she grows overly confident and even banters if she’s able to do so

Loxodon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica

capacity, loxodons devote themselves to maintaining that bond. They coordinate their efforts and are often willing to sacrifice themselves for the sake of the group. They expect reciprocal loyalty

. Thanks to your sensitive trunk, you have advantage on Wisdom (Perception), Wisdom (Survival), and Intelligence (Investigation) checks that involve smell. Languages. You can speak, read, and write

When Elves Attack

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis

When Elves Attack The characters have time to take a short rest before trouble catches up to them and Captain Sartell presses them into service. At the end of the characters’ short rest, read: The

it looks like the characters are about to lose. The astral elves are confident they can conquer the Moondancer, but if two of the warriors fall, the third tries to retreat to the Dark Star. After

Leonin

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

superiority proven), the insult is forgotten—along with the vanquished foe. Pride and Self-Reliance Few leonin devote themselves to the service of the gods. Centuries ago, the leonin worshiped the same gods

end of your next turn. The DC of the save equals 8 + your proficiency bonus + your Constitution modifier. Once you use this trait, you can’t use it again until you finish a short or long rest. Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and Leonin.

Roleplaying Prisoner 13

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Prisoner 13

Roleplaying Prisoner 13 The first time the characters encounter Prisoner 13, read the following: This tightly muscled dwarven woman keeps her red hair cut short. Her bronze skin is covered in tattoos

. While confined to her antimagic cell, she is cautious since she can’t rely on her magic tattoos to defend herself. Outside her cell, she grows overly confident and even banters if she’s able to do so

Idyllglen Events

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

, proceed with event 2. Event 2. Yeenoghu’s Champion This event overlaps with the end of the previous event. When it begins, read the following to the players: A chorus of screams rises up as people, sheep

Garoknul leaves the area or dies, proceed with event 3. Event 3. Madness Reigns This event begins as the previous one ends. Read the following boxed text to the players: Five guards wielding spears advance

Character Advancement

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

rules such as Bright Light. Getting Started To begin, read the following boxed text aloud: You travel along a well-kept trail east of the Keep on the Borderlands. Gnarled tree roots and

big rocks mark the edges of the ten-foot-wide path. Boxed Text. Text that appears in a box like the one in this section is meant to be read aloud or paraphrased when the characters first arrive

Annam and the Ordning

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

cleverness. Giants who value or seek to emulate these qualities pray and sacrifice to her, asking her blessing. Those who hold out hope for the restoration of giants’ ancient glory worship her as well

between these two oldest children are the focus of many myths. In these stories, Hiatea is both a protective figure who keeps watch over the hearths and fields of giants, blessing their agriculture and

Sparkrender's Ritual

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle

area D2, they have been replaced by even cruder versions created in a hurry.) Read the following text: Streams of colored light swirl through the air around the golden statue in the ruined rotunda. Each

Astalagan’s Blessing. Aidron and the characters each regain 1d4 + 4 hit points as the bronze light surrounds them with warmth. 3–4 Clyssavar’s Flames. Sparkrender must succeed on a DC 12 Dexterity saving

Redeeming Zariel

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

check fails, proceed with “Zariel’s Wrath” instead. Zariel’s Redemption If Zariel is convinced to accept the angelic spark, she grasps the Sword of Zariel. Read or paraphrase the following boxed text

wisps of the same light that transformed her, and are infused with a blessing of health (see “Other Rewards” in chapter 7 of the Dungeon Master’s Guide). Returned to her full celestial glory, Zariel

Black Cabin Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

party receives a special blessing from Lathander. Any party member who died within the past 24 hours is instantly restored to life at full health, regardless of how the character died. In addition, each

character who helped lay Macreadus’s spirit to rest gains a blessing of the Morninglord (described below). For rules on blessings, see “Supernatural Gifts” in the Dungeon Master’s Guide. Blessing of

1. The Vault of Chicomoztoc

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a3

costume is blessing the fields. Niche C. The display portrays a temple upon a tiered pyramid. Seven commoners are bringing small offerings of gold and jade. Before the temple stands a cult fanatic

characters investigate the door that offers an exit from the chamber, read: The door is carved with a sun symbol and appears to open into the room; there are hinges on this side and scratches on the

Satyr

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

pleasure. While their spontaneity and whimsy sometimes put them at odds with more stoic peoples, satyrs rarely let the moodiness of others hinder their own happiness. Life is a blessing from the gods

jump. This extra distance costs movement as normal. Reveler. You have proficiency in the Performance and Persuasion skills, and you have proficiency with one musical instrument of your choice. Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and Sylvan. (JOHANNES VOSS)

Temple of Paladine Locations

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

Temple of Paladine Locations The following locations are keyed to map 6.4. Map 6.4: temple of paladine View Player Version P1: Causeway As characters near the temple’s grounds, read or paraphrase

. At the same time, the spear lengthens, growing into a whole, newly forged, pike-length dragonlance (see appendix A). Before a character takes the reforged lance, read the following text: From nowhere

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