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Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
into the eyes of the stunned onlookers. She smiled behind her spirit veil, counting the blades arrayed against her.
“But forty will.”
Elven culture began on the distant continent of Xen
to perfect the techniques of their ancestors. With centuries to devote to their studies, the elves are masters of their chosen crafts; at the same time, their society has changed very little over the
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Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
into the eyes of the stunned onlookers. She smiled behind her spirit veil, counting the blades arrayed against her.
“But forty will.”
Elven culture began on the distant continent of Xen
to perfect the techniques of their ancestors. With centuries to devote to their studies, the elves are masters of their chosen crafts; at the same time, their society has changed very little over the
Species
Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
into the eyes of the stunned onlookers. She smiled behind her spirit veil, counting the blades arrayed against her.
“But forty will.”
Elven culture began on the distant continent of Xen
to perfect the techniques of their ancestors. With centuries to devote to their studies, the elves are masters of their chosen crafts; at the same time, their society has changed very little over the
Species
Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
into the eyes of the stunned onlookers. She smiled behind her spirit veil, counting the blades arrayed against her.
“But forty will.”
Elven culture began on the distant continent of Xen
to perfect the techniques of their ancestors. With centuries to devote to their studies, the elves are masters of their chosen crafts; at the same time, their society has changed very little over the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
the land from long before humanity’s arrival on the continent. The elves of Valenar devote themselves to the arts of war. Their cavalry has no equal in Khorvaire, and they combine a talent for magic
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye
. Read or paraphrase the following: The withered eyeball aims its empty gaze down an alley strewn with rubble. Rats scurry between chunks of old stone and dusty crates. At the back of the alley is a set of
moldering wood boards, propped up just enough to block a dark tunnel leading below the surface.
The boards blocking the entrance to the catacombs can be moved easily, revealing a sloping tunnel (area N1).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
eyes of the stunned onlookers. She smiled behind her spirit veil, counting the blades arrayed against her.
“But forty will.”
Elven culture began on the distant continent of Xen’drik. Tens of
ancestors. With centuries to devote to their studies, the elves are masters of their chosen crafts; at the same time, their society has changed very little over the last five thousand years, while
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Savage Frontier, in the northwest corner of the continent of Faerûn. Nonetheless, you can easily adapt the adventure to your home campaign by changing the names of various locations and factions. We
recommend that you read the entire adventure before attempting to run it. This introduction begins with an “Adventure Background” section that summarizes the events that set the adventure in motion. The
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
characters approach either bridge, they can make out the initial details of the rift and can see the guards blocking the path. Read the following to set the scene: A rift in the earth divides Elturel into
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
Trouble at the Docks When the characters arrive at the docks, read: The scene at the docks is chaotic. Hundreds of people swarm the piers, trying to push their way onto three vessels that haven’t yet
ten thugs blocking her path work for him. Traevus and his thugs are indifferent toward the party but turn hostile if the characters try to force their way onto the Moondancer with Captain Sartell in
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
M12. Parts Storage The secret tunnel from Brigganock Mine leads here. If the characters enter Motherhorn this way, read: The tunnel ends at a wall of loose-fitting stones. Red light shines through
the cracks, and you hear the sounds of shouting and hammering coming from somewhere beyond the wall.
The stones blocking the end of the tunnel can be easily moved to create a 3-foot-square opening
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
two exits, including an adamantine portcullis blocking a passage to the north. Set into a metal plate above the portcullis is a row of five red crystals shaped like drops of blood.
The adamantine
psychic damage. Acheron Wardrobe The scene on this door depicts an army of orcs clashing with an army of hobgoblins. When the door is opened, read: Dust and smoke billow from the wardrobe, and the air
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Locathah Rising
characters enter the chamber, read or paraphrase the following boxed text: Seated on a rough throne made of an odd arrangement of coral, bones, and barnacles, is a man whose right arm has been replaced
, blocking them in. If anyone is hesitant to enter, he’ll beckon for them to come forward, asking them to converse with him. In this regard, his demeanor is regal, but gracious and non-hostile. “Please. Come
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Locathah Rising
10. The Kraken As the characters approach this area, read or paraphrase the following boxed text: The coral in this area is equally as beautiful as what you’ve seen elsewhere. The space opens up
, one of the kraken priests triggers the ballistae trap, firing both siege weapons simultaneously, while the other casts Evard’s black tentacles, effectively blocking off the entrance to area 10. On the
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
Goblin Ambush Read the following boxed text to start the encounter: You’ve been on the Triboar Trail for about half a day. As you come around a bend, you spot two dead horses sprawled about fifty
feet ahead of you, blocking the path. Each has several black-feathered arrows sticking out of it. The woods press close to the trail here, with a steep embankment and dense thickets on either side.
If
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
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.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
toward the myconids, one violet fungus attacks them, extending long tendrils that cause immediate rot when they touch living flesh. Read this text: As you advance into the cave, a sickly looking mushroom
Elemental Plane of Fire—another dimension of reality that is the cosmic source of fiery energy. The Plane of Fire is the origin of both the orange crystal blocking the vent (which is actually an egg case
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
of bones, and other macabre paraphernalia lie scattered around the room. An eerie, persistent scratching sound comes from behind the fallen masonry blocking the far end of the room.
This was the
rubble, read or paraphrase the following: The air in these ruins is thick with the smell of death. Shattered furniture, rubble, and the corpses of derro and hunters litter the floor. A pair of stylish
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Borderlands Quest: Goblin Trouble
Introducing Characters To run this adventure, first present the character sheets in front of the players and read the following text, which covers the basics of a character sheet. You should use the
use it to track how many uses you have left.
Let the players ask any questions about the character sheet. When it seems like they’re ready to begin the adventure, read the following. Here is some
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
of the stairs, read: The door at the bottom of the stairs opens atop a set of double stairs that descend, north and south, about ten feet into a cellar. At the west end of that room, a cistern full of
open the door, read: This room reeks of filth and death. The corpse of a dragonborn rots in a rusty cell of iron bars to the north. To the south, a similar cell holds two living prisoners.
The cell
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
room with the statue, read: Inside this room, you can hear loud mechanical noises that seem to come from behind the south wall.
Standing in the middle of the room, facing the double door to the north
-foot-tall stone door swings into a 5-foot-diameter tunnel that leads to a similar door blocking entry to area X34. X30. Eastern Elevator The elevator shaft terminates in this room. A large stone wheel
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
ice to enter the city. As the characters approach the end of the causeway, read: Green and purple lights cast an otherworldly glow upon the frost draping the silent city. Clawing spires, broken domes
, with bridges leading to their entrances. If a character approaches one of these outer towers, read: A stone walkway leads to a tower that claws upward and inward, its pointed roof leaning menacingly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
. Young stone giants practice tirelessly, hoping to prove themselves worthy of assisting the tribe’s best carvers. A stone giant master carver might devote years to finding the best stone before
balance it upright, the writing can be read as the cylinder goes around. The message wraps around the pillar like the threads of a screw, but in two alternating spirals. The first is read from top to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
blocking it out of the way. Characters attempting to hold the door become suddenly distracted, unable to remember why they were doing so. Characters who refuse to enter the inn feel oddly compelled to move
thanks to its Read Thoughts feature. If the character’s check fails, the character perceives that “Propha” truly wants to help the characters, but is unable to do so for some reason. The barkeep often
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
wall, effectively blocking it, is a large crystal statue of a minotaur.
One ogre zombie, two ghasts, and one minotaur living crystal statue (see appendix C) guard this area. Unless a character in
minute. When the party enters the room, read: Chests, urns, and a large strongbox stand in alcoves set uniformly along this chamber’s walls. Some chests are open, and you see jewelry and coins
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
make a DC 16 Dexterity saving throw as the south end of the path collapses, blocking the way to area R7. On a successful save, the creature safely dodges back into area R3. On a failed save, it takes
unfold. Read the following text after all the scenes have played out and the characters are in this area: The violet flames waver, forming ominous images once more. The terrifying knight from the last
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
even the Queen of Spiders is sometimes tricked when Zinzerena shifts blame for her actions onto others. Not many female drow devote their lives to the study of magic, because it’s held to be a low-status
Dark Six) are one and the same. Drow from the jungle continent of Xen’drik ritually tattoo themselves using scorpion venom, leaving white scars etched into their skin. Drow of other worlds rarely know
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sleeping Dragon’s Wake
Claugiyliamatar. The dragon devoured bandits attacking Argina when she was a young girl. Argina sees Claugiyliamatar as a savior of those who devote themselves to the dragon and is fanatical in her loyalty
Companions of Mithral Hall. Ammalia Cassalanter is a human dressed in rich finery. She is a powerful enchanter and noble living in the city of Waterdeep. C12. Map Room Read the following boxed text aloud
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
, blocking a short staircase that climbs to a turret, is a ten-foot-tall marble statue of a reindeer.
The statue is a stone golem that guards the way to area P12. Zorhanna, her simulacrum, or someone
15 Strength (Athletics) check. A knock spell or similar magic also opens the door. The easternmost closet is the one emitting light. When a character opens this closet for the first time, read or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
percent chance that the temperature shifts dramatically. When the temperature shifts, read the following: Suddenly, the air grows very warm. Water rains from above. The ice cracks, and thick waves of steam
, causing bits of debris to ricochet off the walls, exploding into dust from the impact. In the middle of the cavern a stone brazier is lit with a steady green flame. Blocking the tunnel to the north
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
dragons share a common territory and hoard, live under a strict code of discipline, and devote themselves to a common goal. Their most notable feature, though, is their practice of carving arcane sigils of
dragon is immune to any spell or effect that would alter its form.
2 Inscrutability. The dragon is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its thoughts. Wisdom (Insight) checks