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Player’s Handbook
Paladin’s oath is a powerful bond. It is a source of power that turns a devout warrior into a blessed champion.
Paladins train to learn the skills of combat, mastering a variety of weapons and
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Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
requires the abomination to bathe in the blood of their enemies. The transformation is quick but painful.
Anathemas consider themselves demigods on the path to greater divinity. They demand obeisance
from weaker creatures and use every resource at their disposal to war against neighbors, seeking the captives, sacrifices, glory, and riches the anathemas believe they need to achieve true divinity
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Storm King's Thunder
to eliminate Hekaton or Serissa presents itself, Orlekto seizes it. Until then, he conceals his treacherous nature.
Ideal: “Storm giants should rule the world. Weak leaders have let dragons and
others steal what the gods gave to us!”
Bond: “I serve Princess Mirran and her alone.”
Flaw: “For Mirran’s love or my revenge, I’d betray my king and my honor.”Lightning, ThunderCold
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
in battle. The strain of his long years of rule is etched on his weather-worn face.
Jarund's late son, Jarund Twice-Born, was killed almost a decade ago while trying to bring down a cave bear, leaving
strengthen the bond between them. Mjenir believes that the only way to break Auril's spell is to slay the goddess in her home, but Jarund believes that his warriors aren't strong enough to accomplish that task alone.
Monsters
The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
tears as faeries collect morning dew. Let me lift your spirits like a seed on the breeze!”
Ideal. “The pursuit of true love compels me! Never shall I wilt if I have such a cause to champion
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Bond. “The beautiful Pollenella—a vision in stripes.”
Flaw. “I cannot resist a pretty face or a heavenly scent.”
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
, plus 13 (3d8);{"diceNotation":"3d8", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Longsword", "rollDamageType":"radiant"} radiant damage. The dragonborn can cause the sword to flare with bright light, and the
consider their draconic heritage—chromatic, metallic, or gem—something like a large extended family. But for dragonborn champions, this bond is spiritual as much as biological, and they devote
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
its master.A curious impulse drives the gray render. Despite its hulking form and terrible appetite, it wants most of all to bond with an intelligent creature and, once bonded, to give its life to
to bond with an intelligent creature. When one encounters a suitable master, it sings to that creature—a weird, warbling cry accompanied by scratching at the earth and a show of deference. Once
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Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
their draconic heritage—chromatic, metallic, or gem—something like a large extended family. But for dragonborn champions, this bond is spiritual as much as biological, and they devote
themselves to their divine ancestor. Dragonborn champions advance the cause of their dragon god among draconic creatures and other folk alike.
Kalashtar
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Eberron: Rising from the Last War
an orphan kalashtar raised among strangers.
The bond to the spirit can cause some kalashtar to display unusual quirks. Consider rolling or selecting a trait from the Kalashtar Quirks table
spirits.
Bound to Spirits
Every kalashtar has a connection to a spirit of light, a bond shared by other members of their bloodline. Kalashtar appear human, but their spiritual connection affects them
Classes
Xanathar's Guide to Everything
to consort with the powers of the Nine Hells, valuing the rule of law over the balm of mercy. The archdevil Bel, warlord of Avernus, counts many of these paladins — called hell knights &mdash
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
to consort with the powers of the Nine Hells, valuing the rule of law over the balm of mercy. The archdevil Bel, warlord of Avernus, counts many of these paladins — called hell knights &mdash
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
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The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
can also cause the blade to gleam with holy light. If he does so, the target is blinded until the start of Strongheart’s next turn.
Revivify (Recharges at the Next Dawn). While holding Steel
comfort to those who have no goodness in them.”
Ideal. “Justice needs champions. I count myself as one.”
Bond. “Valor’s Call is not just an assembly of like-minded
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Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
, metallic, or gem—something like a large extended family. But for dragonborn champions, this bond is spiritual as much as biological, and they devote themselves to their divine ancestor. Dragonborn champions advance the cause of their dragon god among draconic creatures and other folk alike.Psychic
Sardior's divine essence survives within every gem dragon. This philosophy is central to the teachings of Sardior's dragonborn champions, who wield psionic power in the service of their mysterious cause
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The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
tyrants.”
Bond. “The brigganock;brigganocks of Yon are my trusted friends. They need someone to protect them, and I happily volunteer.”
Flaw. “My impatience sometimes
not appear in this adventure, are busy elsewhere.) Strongheart is always on the lookout for courageous heroes who are willing to devote themselves to a good cause. Only good-aligned characters are allowed to join Valor’s Call.
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The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
against what I hold dear.”
Ideal. “Truth begets art and beauty, while deceit does nothing but tear the fabric of our souls.”
Bond. “Evildoers beware! Valor’s Call is
.) Strongheart is always on the lookout for courageous heroes who are willing to devote themselves to a good cause. Only good-aligned characters are allowed to join Valor’s Call.
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The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
;
Bond. “Strongheart is a good egg, but I have yet to teach him all I know about being a true menace to evildoers.”
Flaw. “Retire? My goodness, no. I’ll retire when I’m
. (The other members, who do not appear in this adventure, are busy elsewhere.) Strongheart is always on the lookout for courageous heroes who are willing to devote themselves to a good cause. Only good
Species
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
structures.
Relentlessly Loyal
Loxodons believe in the value of community and life, and thus are most often found in the Selesnya Conclave. Some find fulfillment in the cause of order by joining
in any 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
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
order’s cause.
The “Knightly Orders of Faerûn” sidebar details several of the orders that are active at present and is designed to help inform your decision about which group
your identity as a knight of your order.
Your bond almost always involves the order to which you belong (or at least key members of it), and it is highly unusual for a knight’s ideal not to
Monsters
Candlekeep Mysteries
;
Bond. “I have many supporters in the Gloaming Court who worship the ground I walk on. They deserve a sovereign who is worthy of their love.”
Flaw. “Why should I worry about the
schemes of others? No one is my equal in cunning.”On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties) Nintra can take a lair action to cause one of the following effects; she can’t use the same
Sage
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can obtain it. Usually, this information comes from a library, scriptorium, university, or a sage or other learned person or creature. Your DM might rule that the knowledge you seek is secreted away in
of oneself. (Any)
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Bond
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It is my duty to protect my students.
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I have an ancient text that holds terrible secrets that must not fall into the wrong hands.
3
I
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The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
noble ends.”
Bond. “My staff of power dramatically enhances my magical abilities. I shudder to think how its power could be abused in the wrong hands.”
Flaw. “I get prickly
described here. (The other members, who do not appear in this adventure, are busy elsewhere.) Strongheart is always on the lookout for courageous heroes who are willing to devote themselves to a good cause. Only good-aligned characters are allowed to join Valor’s Call.
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
Maglubiyet, who marshaled them as soldiers, but the fey realm left its mark; wherever they are in the multiverse, they continue to channel an aspect of the Feywild’s rule of reciprocity, which
creates a mystical bond between the giver and the receiver of a gift.
On some worlds, such bonds lead hobgoblins to form communities with deep ties to one another. In Eberron and the Forgotten Realms, vast
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
here as part of some such delegation, then decided to stay when the mission was over.
Mulhorand. From the terrain to the architecture to the god-kings who rule over these lands, nearly everything
to learn. (Neutral)
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Suspicious. I must be careful, for I have no way of telling friend from foe here. (Any)
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Bond
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So long as I have this token from my homeland, I
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The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
moment, is all that matters.”
Bond. “I’m safe in my cottage. Why should I leave it when I can make others come to me?"
Flaw. “Watching someone run widdershins makes me sneeze
within 10 feet of Bavlorna cause her to lapse into a fit of sneezing. See the stat block for more details.
Hourglass Coven
The Hourglass Coven is a group of three hags, each one bound to an aspect of
Compendium
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Cleric: Death Domain The Death domain is concerned with the forces that cause death, as well as the negative energy that gives rise to undead creatures. Deities such as Chemosh, Myrkul, and Wee Jas
target two creatures within range and within 5 feet of each other. Channel Divinity: Touch of Death Starting at 2nd level, the cleric can use Channel Divinity to destroy another creature’s life force
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Divine Domain class feature for how domain spells work. Peace Domain Spells Cleric Level Spells 1st heroism, sanctuary 3rd aid, warding bond 5th beacon of hope, sending 7th aura of purity, Otiluke’s
resilient sphere 9th greater restoration, Rary’s telepathic bond Implement of Peace 1st-level Peace Domain feature You gain proficiency in the Insight, Performance, or Persuasion skill (your choice
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respected. Loyalty. Your word is your bond. Without loyalty, oaths and laws are meaningless. Courage. You must be willing to do what needs to be done for the sake of order, even in the face of overwhelming
spells at the paladin levels listed. Oath of the Crown Spells Paladin Level Spells 3rd command, compelled duel 5th warding bond, zone of truth 9th aura of vitality, spirit guardians 13th
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Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
cultivated over eons in the Astral Plane. Now all githyanki can use their psychic bond with that plane to access splinters of knowledge left behind by beings who travel, live, and die among the silver
by 2 and increase a different score by 1, or increase three different scores by 1. Follow this rule regardless of the method you use to determine the scores, such as rolling or point buy. The &ldquo
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
Faerûn for being eccentric, spoiled, venal, and, above all else, rich.
Whether you are a shining example of the reason for this reputation or one who proves the rule by being an exception, people
and raised in a different world from the one that most folk know—one that grants you privilege but also calls you to fulfill a duty befitting your station. Your bond might be associated with your
Paladin
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sacred glade before nature spirits and fey beings, or in a moment of desperation and grief with the dead as the only witness, a paladin’s oath is a powerful bond. It is a source of power that
turns a devout warrior into a blessed champion.
The Cause of Righteousness
A paladin swears to uphold justice and righteousness, to stand with the good things of the world against the encroaching
Monsters
Tomb of Annihilation
following properties while attuned to the dagger, provided he has the weapon drawn:
Cause a blue gem set into the dagger’s pommel to shed bright light in a 20-foot radius and dim light for an
presence in the party might put the characters in danger.
Artus Cimber’s Traits
Ideal. “The preservation of knowledge and history is important to me.”
Bond. “I long to be
Monsters
Candlekeep Mysteries
. Therefore, nothing surprises me.”
Ideal. “To know all things is the goal of the most powerful oracles. And I will be the most powerful oracle of all.”
Bond. “This temple was
Sarnaster’s Lair
Valin can use her lair actions in any area of the tomb.
Lair Actions
On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties), Valin takes a lair action to cause one of the following
Compendium
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so far as to consort with the powers of the Nine Hells, valuing the rule of law over the balm of mercy. The archdevil Bel, warlord of Avernus, counts many of these paladins — called hell knights — as
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
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Inspiration Inspiration is a rule the game master can use to reward you for playing your character in a way that’s true to his or her personality traits, ideal, bond, and flaw. By using inspiration
, you can draw on your personality trait of compassion for the downtrodden to give you an edge in negotiating with the Beggar Prince. Or inspiration can let you call on your bond to the defense of your home village to push past the effect of a spell that has been laid on you.
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Inspiration Inspiration is a rule the game master can use to reward you for playing your character in a way that’s true to his or her personality traits, ideal, bond, and flaw. By using inspiration
, you can draw on your personality trait of compassion for the downtrodden to give you an edge in negotiating with the Beggar Prince. Or inspiration can let you call on your bond to the defense of your home village to push past the effect of a spell that has been laid on you.