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would prefer the position were filled by someone more like himself, but Bargrivyek was all he was left with after Maglubiyet’s conquest. Although both deities are ultimately beholden to
greatest respect is reserved for those who earn their glory in battle. In theory, the fortunes of war can elevate the lowest-ranking banner in a legion to the highest status. In practice, warlords are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Dragon Queen’s foul magic. All draconians are fanatically devoted to Takhisis and want nothing more than her conquest of the world. They are utterly loyal to the Dragon Army and those who speak in their
manifestations of the Dragon Queen’s thirst for conquest, and they wreak her will with lethal efficacy. The various draconians of Krynn are detailed in appendix B.
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Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
As a member of the Boros Legion, your life is devoted to the service of angels and consecrated to the work of establishing justice and peace on the streets of Ravnica. You might be a true believer
, inspired by the example of the angels, moved by the plight of the downtrodden, and devoted to the cause of justice. Or you could be a cynic in the ranks, perhaps because you reluctantly followed in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
, albeit with a few minor adjustments. Oath of Conquest Most paladins who take the Oath of Conquest consider martial subjugation the ultimate form of defeat for an enemy. You have a wider view, though
, and are able to embrace monetary or business-related conquest as equally fulfilling activities. Is a business rival really all that different from a rampaging dragon? Both are dangerous and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
saved for later use is information lost. They consider literacy an important gift of the gods, one that should be spread and taught. His followers are scribes and scholars devoted, like their patron
concerned with religious hierarchy and protocol. This behavior is supported by the fact that Deneir’s blessings of divine magic are more often bestowed on those who lose themselves in written works
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
resistance. 6 Every problem can be solved with the use of force. Devil Ideals d6 Ideal 1 Loyalty. I keep my vows to my superior and respect those who do the same. 2 Law. I might not like the rules
, but I obey them. 3 Ambition. The need to improve my station drives my every action. 4 Conquest. I am equal to the sum of the foes I have defeated in combat. 5 Cunning. Those who can see an advantage
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
Hulgaz first probes the characters to test their virtue, then tries to tempt them, and finally confronts them. At the end of each encounter, Hulgaz offers the characters one or more infernal blessings
blessings. The succubi hint that this gift is on behalf of their mistress, Hulgaz, but they don’t divulge any further details. Whether or not a character accepts the offer, the succubi depart once
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
hunting. Some individuals feel a calling to a particular deity’s service and claim that god as a patron. Particularly devoted individuals become priests by setting up a shrine or helping to staff a holy
religious rites and festivals. Priests at such sites relate stories of the gods, teach the ethics of their patron deities, offer advice and blessings, perform religious rites, and provide training in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
. Worshipers of Karametra gather for a feast once a month, on the evening of the full moon, that celebrates the god’s role in parenthood and community. New parents receive gifts and blessings, and young
few have ever reached its center.
The Old Harvest. In rare, remote settlements, high summer ceremonies acknowledge ancient rural practices devoted to a less merciful vision of Karametra. These
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
. Courtesy. Treat others with respect despite how they treat you. Give honor to those above your station. Earn the respect of those below your station. Lawfulness. Laws exist to bring prosperity to
devoted to a particular deity. The most common paladin deities are those that embody action, decision, watchfulness, and wisdom. Torm and Tyr are both popular deities for paladins, as is Ilmater, who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
, and he answered with certainty. Granted new freedom by the Dark Powers, Ankhtepot emerged from his crypt into the domain of Har’Akir. In this new land, Ankhtepot found a pious people devoted to the same
together the dead conquered the souls of Har’Akir. The ages have marched ever on. Ankhtepot has known treachery and conquest. He has known divinity and rule. But now he knows only boredom and despair
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
, see “Respect for the Players” in chapter 1 for advice about harming the people and places characters love.) If the adventure situation doesn’t have an obvious impact on the characters or the people or
noble heroes who respond without hesitation to the pleas of innocent villagers crying for help; other groups are hardened mercenaries who respond only to offers of payment. Some groups are devoted to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
respect Respite’s devoted mayor, an orc woman named Gale Whittenby. Storm’s Eye Weather Vane Due to the thin veil between planes of existence near Respite, vicious storms originating on the Plane of Air
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
beholder’s true rivals are other beholders, for only another beholder has the intellect, power, and magic to threaten another of its kind. Most of a beholder’s mental activity is devoted to unearthing plots
superiority, especially in combat, it is dismissive of its opponents’ efforts and insulting of their abilities and failures. An exceptional challenger can earn a measure of respect — enough that the beholder
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
directly with the adventurers, who have claim to the tower by right of conquest. The Zhentarim are willing to purchase the adventurers’ interest in the tower for 50,000 gold pieces, and Rian can throw in a
delegates resent the adventurers for withholding the service of their dragon allies. Only Isteval, Connerad, and the Harpers maintain their respect for the adventurers regardless of how the dragons
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
directly with the adventurers, who have claim to the tower by right of conquest. The Zhentarim are willing to purchase the adventurers’ interest in the tower for 50,000 gp, and Rian can throw in a potion of
resent the adventurers for withholding the service of their dragon allies. Only Isteval, Connerad, and the Harpers maintain their respect for the adventurers regardless of how the dragons were assigned
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Orc War Chief The war chief of an orc tribe is its strongest and most cunning member. The reign of a war chief lasts only as long as it commands the fear and respect of other tribe members, whose
bloodlust must be regularly satisfied lest the chief appear weak. Scions of Slaughter. Gruumsh bestows special blessings upon war chiefs who prove themselves in battle time and again, imbuing them with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Worshiping Kruphix Many pray to Kruphix when they need to find something lost, but few dedicate themselves to his worship. Cults devoted to Kruphix fiercely guard their secrets, and their initiates
, he etched all their names—including his own—in the bark of his great tree at the edge of the world. Immediately, the gods’ oracles could no longer hear them, their blessings faded, and the night sky
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Landro’s location descriptions provide suggestions. If you don’t want to ambush the characters with this encounter, it should occur in area L27. Glaive is devoted to her mission and fights the
to the Lord of Blades’ bloody conquest of the blighted region. Among the blades, Glaive is best known for her talent at self-modification. “Glaive” is etched onto the back of her neck-plate. It is the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
. Those who prove themselves decisive and intelligent, such as the missing Queen Cymede of Akros, earn his grudging respect and continued blessings of precognition. He finds satisfaction not only in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Dragon Relationships Some dragons rule sprawling criminal organizations devoted to plundering the surrounding region and swelling the dragons’ hoards. Others govern peaceful and prosperous towns
respect. These allies are often unaware that their activities are oriented around the dragon’s purposes, becoming unwitting pawns in the dragon’s plans. Deep attachments might form between the dragon and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Worshiping Thassa Most of Thassa’s dedicated worshipers are tritons, and the vast majority of tritons are wholly devoted to Thassa. Tritons spend much of their lives in Thassa’s realm, with their god
, fishers, and residents of Theros’s coasts and islands all pay her at least nominal respect and sacrifice. Her center of worship on land is in the coastal polis of Meletis, where sailors and philosophers
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laden wagon or after heroically defending it from thieves gain great respect and advance higher in the tribe’s pecking order.
All Are Fighters
Most of the orcs that stay behind when the
rangers might be familiar with many of these symbols, enabling them to keep their charges from inadvertently stumbling into a tribe’s territory.
Colors of Conquest
Three colors have special meaning
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
of meditation and discipline. Monks, his most devoted followers, honor him by leading lives of quiet contemplation in remote monasteries. Many orphans are raised in the monasteries of Majere; some
become monks themselves, while those who leave the monastic life often take the surname Majere out of respect. Mishakal God of compassion, healing, and love, Mishakal is widely worshiped by healers and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
the tradition of circles. In a circle, all are equal, and while respect is given to age and accomplishment, the circle reaches decisions as a whole. Those who disagree are free to argue their point, or
circle and more a loose confederation of circles and their allies, the Emerald Enclave is devoted to protecting the redoubt of civilization in the North from destruction. Elsewhere in the world, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
hurt those I love to accomplish my goals.” Bond. “I’ve devoted my entire life to becoming Empress Inaya’s heir.” Flaw. “I’ll stop at nothing to attain the throne.” Simbon, Prince of Anisa Prince Simbon
, the least you can do is fake it.” Bond. “I respect my father even as he grovels to the empress on my behalf.” Flaw. “I don’t want the life I’m supposed to want.” Searching the Alley After the battle
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
, Bargrivyek serves as Nomog-Geaya’s second in command. Nomog-Geaya would prefer the position were filled by someone more like himself, but Bargrivyek was all he was left with after Maglubiyet’s conquest
means. But the greatest respect is reserved for those who earn their glory in battle. In theory, the fortunes of war can elevate the lowest-ranking banner in a legion to the highest status. In practice
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
center of the army, dragging along the equipment of war while surrounded by its users. If slaves have yet to be acquired, goblins and beasts of burden perform this function. Conquest and Occupation
community to continue to produce goods and services. The labor force likely includes more youngsters and elderly than before the goblinoids’ conquest, with a corresponding drop-off in production. In any
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
Orzhov Syndicate is there to welcome the angel with open arms, offering status, respect, and power. Orzhov angels might claim positions as executioners, commanders, or power brokers, but more often
surround themselves with wealth and wretched vassals that are utterly in their thrall. Gift Givers. Posing as a beneficent god, a deathpact angel attracts petitioners who beg the angel for blessings
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
Purple”—the lords, leaders, and cult masters of particular locales. The cult is ruled by a secretive inner group led by Severin and four other wyrmspeakers—a term of respect given to those whose bond with
the dragon masks and Severin’s most devoted servants in the effort to summon Tiamat. Each of these wyrmspeakers bears one of the dragon masks, which they never part with except under the direst
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
group of deities. Followers of a tight pantheon might favor one of its member deities over another, but they respect all the deities and honor them with sacrifices and prayer as appropriate. The key
resemble mystery cults, their members strictly devoted to their single god, though even members of aberrant cults pay lip service in the temples of the tight pantheon. The Norse deities serve as an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
”—the lords, leaders, and cult masters of particular locales. The cult is ruled by a secretive inner group led by Severin and four other wyrmspeakers—a term of respect given to those whose bond with
and Severin’s most devoted servants in the effort to summon Tiamat. Each of these wyrmspeakers bears one of the dragon masks, which they never part with except under the direst circumstances—and then
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
Purple”—the lords, leaders, and cult masters of particular locales. The cult is ruled by a secretive inner group led by Severin and four other wyrmspeakers—a term of respect given to those whose bond with
the dragon masks and Severin’s most devoted servants in the effort to summon Tiamat. Each of these wyrmspeakers bears one of the dragon masks, which they never part with except under the direst
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
.
— Battle hymn of the githyanki knights
Githyanki knights are warriors, spellcasters, and scouts of exceptional ability devoted to the unflagging service of Vlaakith. Knights report directly to the queen
with Tiamat, the githyanki are forbidden from using psionics or magic to compel their dragon allies’ actions or read their minds. A dragon remains a loyal ally as long as its riders and handlers treat it with respect and it gets plenty of opportunities to pillage.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
lost an eye and several fingers before they were rescued and brought to Setessa, where they have devoted themselves to saving others in a similar plight. The “Little Bears” of Setessa Children in
Setessa are reared by the polis as a whole and treated with the highest respect; their welfare is paramount and their training is a significant part of every warrior’s occupation. Orphans and abandoned