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Player’s Handbook
from this spell, the steed is replaced by the new one.
The steed resembles a Large, rideable animal of your choice, such as a horse, a camel, a dire wolf, or an elk. Whenever you cast the spell, choose
1 mile (works only with you)
CR None (XP 0; PB equals your Proficiency Bonus)
Traits
Life Bond. When you regain Hit Points from a level 1+ spell, the steed regains the same number of Hit Points if
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
Monsters
The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
removed the goblin’s ability to perceive that fear and replaced it with an insatiable and overwhelming need to collect keys. So great is this obsession that Jingle Jangle has lost her own sense
uniqueness, whether you’re a goblin who likes keys or an awakened hill with talking trees.”
Bond. “Jingle Jangle keeps her keys shiny and clean.”
Flaw. “Jingle Jangle is
Monsters
Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
endlessly overburdens herself, struggling to protect those around her as her hate for the Caller drives her forward at any cost.
Personality Trait. “We all contribute so that we all benefit. Those who
do not carry the burden do not eat.”
Ideal. “Those most deserving of aid are those who never ask for it.”
Bond. “You share a bond with those you travel with, a bond closer
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
hound in the Border Ethereal can return to the Material Plane as an action.
Telepathic Bond. While the yeth hound is on the same plane of existence as its master, it can magically convey what it senses
hunting dogs. They race in pursuit of their prey, running it down until it’s too exhausted to fight back. Only the threat of dawn drives the pack back into hiding.
A pack of yeth hounds can be
Monsters
The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
that the work gave him a sliver of joy. When the old keeper died years later, Naeryx replaced him.
The wealthy family that owned the clock tower didn’t pay Naeryx a lot of money for his work
to reckless acts.”
Bond. “This carnival is our opportunity for a new life, far away from the gloomy world we came from.”
Flaw. “I’m too confident in my own authority to
Tabaxi
Legacy
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
replaced with a new obsession. Objects remain intriguing only as long as they still hold secrets.
A tabaxi rogue could happily spend months plotting to steal a strange gem from a noble, only to trade it
its secrets and nature have been laid bare.
Tinkers and Minstrels
Curiosity drives most of the tabaxi found outside their homeland, but not all of them become adventurers. Tabaxi who seek a safer
spells
Eberron: Forge of the Artificer
You summon a special homunculus in an unoccupied space within range. This creature uses the Homunculus Servant stat block. If you already have a homunculus from this spell, the homunculus is replaced
can't use this trait if it has the Incapacitated condition.
Magic Bond. Add the spell's level to any ability check or saving throw the homunculus makes.
Actions
Force Strike. Melee or
Knight
Legacy
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Backgrounds
Player’s Handbook (2014)
retainers is replaced by a noble who serves as your squire, aiding you in exchange for training on his or her own path to knighthood. Your two remaining retainers might include a groom to care for your
noble lord or lady to whom you have given your heart—in a chaste sort of devotion. (This person could be your bond.)
Skill Proficiencies: History, Persuasion
Tool Proficiencies: One type of
Monsters
Curse of Strahd
Abbot retains its game statistics and ability to speak, but its AC, movement modes, Strength, Dexterity, and special senses are replaced by those of the new form, and it gains any statistics and
giving the devil his heart's desire, I bring salvation to him and his land.”
Bond. “I love the creatures I create, including my beautiful golems and mongrelfolk.”
Flaw. “I can't be corrupted. My
Monsters
Eberron: Rising from the Last War
, and Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma scores, as well as this action. His statistics and capabilities are otherwise replaced by those of the new form, except any class features or legendary actions
impulses that drives many mortals to battle. Fear, greed, hatred — these are seeds that the Rage of War sows in the hopes of producing a bloody harvest.
Rak Tulkhesh typically takes the form of a vaguely
Noble
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Backgrounds
Basic Rules (2014)
) instead of the Position of Privilege feature. One of your commoner retainers is replaced by a noble who serves as your squire, aiding you in exchange for training on his or her own path to knighthood
, you might include among your equipment a banner or other token from a noble lord or lady to whom you have given your heart—in a chaste sort of devotion. (This person could be your bond
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
to protect those around her as her hate for the Caller drives her forward at any cost. Personality Trait. “We all contribute so that we all benefit. Those who do not carry the burden do not eat
.” Ideal. “Those most deserving of aid are those who never ask for it.” Bond. “You share a bond with those you travel with, a bond closer than blood. Choose well who you share the road with, lest you carry them forever.” Flaw. “For my victories and scars, I deserve more than a nursemaid’s duty.”
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
Position of Privilege feature. One of your commoner retainers is replaced by a noble who serves as your squire, aiding you in exchange for training on his or her own path to knighthood. Your two remaining
among your equipment a banner or other token from a noble lord or lady to whom you have given your heart—in a chaste sort of devotion. (This person could be your bond.)
Variant Feature
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Madame Samira Arah Madame Samira Arah (neutral, elf spy) joined the Kings of Coin within the last year. She was the chosen heir of the King of Coin she replaced but not part of their family (an
best.” Ideal. “Someone must always command. Why not the one with the most ambition?” Bond. “The common folk are sheep to be led, and I am the capable shepherd.” Flaw. “Why should I settle for less than everything?”
Goblin
Legacy
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
was conquered by Maglubiyet, after all, and now when the Mighty One calls for it, even their souls are forfeit. It is this realization that drives them to dominate other creatures whenever they can
of farming of which goblins are capable and are charged with checking traps for captured people or beasts. Gatherers aren’t usually armed with weapons more deadly than a sling or a knife, but
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
governs their greater actions. Bond. In one sentence, describe a person, place, or object that the Darklord desires. Avoid a bond that is simply about power; power isn’t an end in itself—power is a means to
obtain a bond. Flaws. In one sentence, describe how the Darklord’s personality causes them to act against their own best interests, especially in their quest to win their bonds and desires. Flaws are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
related to each. Either one could be positive or negative: you might work hard to overcome a low score, for example, or be cocky about your high score. Ideals Describe one ideal that drives your
your core belief system. Ideals might answer any of these questions: What are the principles that you will never betray? What would prompt you to make sacrifices? What drives you to act and guides
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
Gray Render 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, give its life to
their kind. Chaotic Allies. As a side effect of its breeding, each gray render has an overpowering need to bond with an intelligent creature. When it encounters a suitable master, the render sings to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
Gray Render 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
need 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 it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
telepathic familial bond. When the myconids of a circle gather to meld, they share their individual insights, fears, hopes, and dreams. Through the melding, all myconids join together to form the heart and
becomes a more extravagantly festive place. The quiet, contemplative joy of the mushroom folk’s way of life is being inexorably replaced by decadent, enraptured euphoria — and the madness that euphoria hides.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
, 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
in the direst situation deserve respect. 6 Brutality. Overwhelming violence, and those who can deliver it, are worthy of obedience. Devil Bonds d6 Bond 1 I and my comrades fought well in the Blood
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Describe one ideal that drives your character. Your ideals are the things that you believe in most strongly, the fundamental moral and ethical principles that compel you to act as you do. Ideals
sacrifices? What drives you to act and guides your goals and ambitions? What is the single most important thing you strive for?
You can choose any ideals you like, but your character’s alignment is a good
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
fight back. Only the threat of dawn drives the pack back into hiding. A pack of yeth hounds can be created by powerful Fey such as the Queen of Air and Darkness. Each pack’s master can telepathically
the Material Plane as an action.
Telepathic Bond. While the yeth hound is on the same plane of existence as its master, it can magically convey what it senses to its master, and the two can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
carried by Speakers of the Past is not to be confused with the undead revenants described in the Monster Manual.) The bond between ancestor and living elf is holy. Your ancestor doesn’t speak to you or
want is to let your ancestors live again, and that means you need to perform deeds worthy of champions. That drives you now: seeking out adventures that will add to the legends of your patron. You and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
unoccupied space of your choice within range. This creature uses the Otherworldly Steed stat block. If you already have a steed from this spell, the steed is replaced by the new one. The steed resembles a
Languages Telepathy 1 mile (works only with you)
CR None (XP 0; PB equals your Proficiency Bonus)
Traits
Life Bond. When you regain Hit Points from a level 1+ spell, the steed regains the same number of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
unoccupied space of your choice within range. This creature uses the Otherworldly Steed stat block. If you already have a steed from this spell, the steed is replaced by the new one. The steed resembles a
Perception 11
Languages Telepathy 1 mile (works only with you)
CR None (XP 0; PB equals your Proficiency Bonus)
Traits
Life Bond. When you regain Hit Points from a level 1+ spell, the steed
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
. He drives his subordinates to catalog every foot of the Northern Wastes in search of the barest scrap of Silvanesti magic. Personality Trait. “I know what’s best for my people, and I lead with logic
and precision.” Ideal. “I take pride in work done to perfection.” Bond. “I’ll show my people what I can do. My name won’t be forgotten.” Flaw. “I won’t accept any course of action that doesn’t put the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
care for the people beneath me. (Good) d6 Bond 1 I will face any challenge to win the approval of my family. 2 My house’s alliance with another noble family must be sustained at all costs. 3
(see the sidebar) instead of the Position of Privilege feature. One of your commoner retainers is replaced by a noble who serves as your squire, aiding you in exchange for training on his or her own
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
to fight back. Only the threat of dawn drives the pack back into hiding. Minions of a Dark Master. A pack of yeth hounds can be created by powerful fey such as the Queen of Air and Darkness. Once it
it is adjacent to its master or a pack mate that is on the Material Plane, a yeth hound in the Border Ethereal can return to the Material Plane as an action.
Telepathic Bond. While the yeth hound is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
criminal territory as possible. The Xanathar’s bond is its lair, an elaborate cavern complex created by its predecessors, carved out between the twisting sewers of Waterdeep. It almost never leaves its home
). When one needs to be replaced, the best candidates are those who appreciate the benefits of strict organization (and thus are lawful evil or at worst neutral evil) and who have a high tolerance for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
attacks. Up to three of these attacks can be replaced by Blood Drain, one replacement per tentacle grappling a creature.
Tentacle. Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 20 ft., one target. Hit: 14
beholder to ignorant creatures in an attempt to intimidate them, or as a spectator to its summoner in order to drain magic items it is expected to guard. Inferior Tyrant. A beholder usually drives
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Attacks. Level 7: Additional Fighting Style You gain another Fighting Style feat of your choice. Level 10: Heroic Warrior The thrill of battle drives you toward victory. During combat, you can give yourself
. Spellcasting Ability. Intelligence is your spellcasting ability for your Wizard spells. Spellcasting Focus. You can use an Arcane Focus as a Spellcasting Focus for your Wizard spells. Level 3: War Bond You
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
impulses that drives many mortals to battle. Fear, greed, hatred—these are seeds that the Rage of War sows in the hopes of producing a bloody harvest. Rak Tulkhesh typically takes the form of a vaguely
, proficiencies, Legendary Resistance, and Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma scores, as well as this action. His statistics and capabilities are otherwise replaced by those of the new form, except any class
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Chukka and Clonk These two kenku are loyal, longtime associates of Mad Maggie’s. She refers to them as the Magpies. Clonk, the bigger of the two kenku, is the strong, silent type who sometimes drives
Mad Maggie’s infernal war machine. Chukka is animated, irritable, and takes care of repairs around the fort. Chukka and Clonk lost their weapons and replaced them with the following weapons salvaged






