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Gynosphinx
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Monsters
Basic Rules (2014)
Inscrutable. The sphinx is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its thoughts, as well as any divination spell that it refuses. Wisdom (Insight) checks made to ascertain the
moves up to 10 years forward or backward (sphinx’s choice). Only the sphinx is immediately aware of the time change. A wish spell can return the caster and up to seven other creatures designated by
Monsters
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
Inscrutable. The sphinx is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its thoughts, as well as any divination spell that it refuses. Wisdom (Insight) checks made to ascertain the
within moves up to 10 years forward or backward (sphinx’s choice). Only the sphinx is immediately aware of the time change. A wish spell can return the caster and up to seven other creatures
Monsters
Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
the Material Plane while she is in the Border Ethereal, and vice versa, yet she can’t affect or be affected by anything on the other plane.
Horrifying Visage. Each non-undead creature within 60
after the possession ends.
Change Shape. Leedara magically assumes the appearance she had in life, and her creature type changes to Humanoid, while retaining her other game statistics. This
Androsphinx
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Monsters
Basic Rules (2014)
Inscrutable. The sphinx is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its thoughts, as well as any divination spell that it refuses. Wisdom (Insight) checks made to ascertain the
immediately aware of the time change. A wish spell can return the caster and up to seven other creatures designated by the caster to their normal time.
The sphinx shifts itself and up to seven other
Monsters
Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
Inscrutable. The sphinx is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its thoughts, as well as any divination spell that it refuses. Wisdom (Insight) checks made to ascertain the
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The flow of time within the lair is altered such that everything within moves up to 10 years forward or backward (sphinx’s choice). Only the sphinx is immediately aware of the time change. A wish
Monsters
Out of the Abyss
Antimagic Cone. The beholder's central eye creates an area of antimagic, as in the antimagic field spell, in a 150-foot-cone. At the start of each of its turns, the beholder decides which way the
the beholder sleeps, minor warps in reality occur within 1 mile of its lair and then vanish 24 hours later. Marks on cave walls might change subtly, an eerie trinket might appear where none existed
Beholder
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Monsters
Monster Manual (2014)
Antimagic Cone. The beholder’s central eye creates an area of antimagic, as in the antimagic field spell, in a 150-foot-cone. At the start of each of its turns, the beholder decides which way
then vanish 24 hours later. Marks on cave walls might change subtly, an eerie trinket might appear where none existed before, harmless slime might coat a statue, and so on. These effects apply only to
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
changelings today—even in those changelings who have never set foot in the fey realm. Each changeling decides how to use their shape-shifting ability, channeling either the peril or the joy of the
, their features almost devoid of detail. It is rare to see a changeling in that form, for a typical changeling changes their shape the way others might change clothes. A casual shape—one created
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
go back without performing some act of contrition. Your DM decides whether your new god will accept you as a champion and what you might have to do to prove your commitment. When you change gods, you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
change them back? How will the champions’ patrons respond if she refuses?
4 When multiple gods turn against her in a dispute, Thassa is enraged. She releases the locks binding every kraken in the sea, along with that of an ancient and mysterious kraken brood mother.
subtle, and her resistance to change sometimes causes her to let a situation worsen until she erupts in rage. Thassa might begin by answering another god’s offensive act with a display of power—which
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
apply to magic items and artifacts that have properties that transport or banish creatures to other planes. Magic that allows transit to the Border Ethereal, such as the etherealness spell and the
Etherealness feature of incorporeal undead, is the exception to this rule. A creature that enters the Border Ethereal from Strahd’s domain is pulled back into Barovia upon leaving that plane. For the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
in the middle of divine squabbles. Heliod’s Divine Schemes d4 Scheme
1 Heliod decides to confront Erebos in the Underworld. He gathers fallen heroes around him as he marches on Erebos’s
decides to end their conflict by banishing Mogis. To his surprise, both gods turn against him. The resulting conflict causes the sun to rain divine blood, producing bizarre effects.
3 Angry at the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
A Change of Heart At some point as the characters explore Menzoberranzan, Grin Ousstyl confesses that his master Vizeran has not been entirely truthful with the adventurers. (If Grin didn’t accompany
doing, arrange a different battlefield for the demon lord showdown. He refuses to go along with any effort to leave the talisman in Menzoberranzan. If the characters intend to place the dark heart as
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
the polis of Meletis expands, clearing new land for houses and crops, Nylea decides to punish the polis and destroy it if necessary. Animated trees topple the walls, and Nyxborn beasts invade the city
.
2 Nylea refuses to turn winter into spring unless Karametra agrees to abolish agriculture and yield all cropland back to the forest.
3 When tensions between Akros and Setessa peak, Nylea
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Aundair, the wilderness around the town of Wyr is a good choice; the Eldeen Reaches function as the High Forest does in this adventure. In Breland, the small city of Xandrar on the northern border can
tracts of frontier — plenty of room for a region the size and scope of the Dessarin Valley. Halfling barbarians from the Talenta Plains can replace the Uthgardt barbarians in the adventure. The border
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
days on foot, during which time Grin says very little. Any character who succeeds on a DC 15 Wisdom (Insight) check can tell that the drow mage is troubled by something, although he refuses to share his
Demogorgon’s rampage through the city, he becomes even more reluctant to see Vizeran’s plan through (see “A Change of Heart” later in this chapter). If the characters prod Grin for information about
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
of stasis, he might pursue it. Alternatively, wittingly or otherwise, Athreos might allow some less reliable being to take over his labors. Regardless of the circumstances, any change in the River
god’s potential objectives. Athreos’s Divine Schemes d4 Scheme
1 Athreos tires of his responsibilities but refuses to abandon them. Secretly, he has allowed the same spirit to be reborn
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Astral Adventurer’s Guide
) against the target’s Armor Class. If the attack roll hits, a crash occurs; otherwise, the target moves out of the ship’s path, avoiding the crash. If the DM decides that a crash is unavoidable, no
the chapter). If the suppression of a ship’s gravity plane would cause the creatures on or inside that ship to fall, they fall in whatever direction is appropriate for the sudden change in gravity. To
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Nyx. Where they appear, these weapons change the tide of wars and the course of history. Typically a deity bestows their weapon only on a favored champion or devotee. Depending on the champion’s piety
from a divine champion who needed it but refuses to return it.
4 Destroy a god’s weapon and channel the energy released to create a new magic item or work a miracle.
5 Reforge a god’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hold Back The Dead
stronghold’s most effective defenders and decides to sabotage the siege weapon, then kill the characters. Read or paraphrase the following about an hour after their previous encounter (after the
back away while we work.”
“Corlie” is actually a Doppelganger, and the three human squires (Medium, Neutral Evil Scouts) are loyal to the Red Wizards. Characters suspicious of this unexpected change
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
in changelings today—even in those changelings who have never set foot in the fey realm. Each changeling decides how to use their shape-shifting ability, channeling either the peril or the joy of the
faded, their features almost devoid of detail. It is rare to see a changeling in that form, for a typical changeling changes their shape the way others might change clothes. A casual shape—one created
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
the Frostfell, forms the border between the Plane of Air and the Plane of Water. This plane is a seemingly endless glacier swept by constant, raging blizzards. Frozen caverns twist through the Plane of
, and red dragons, as well as creatures from the neighboring planes. Lava flows down the slopes of these mountains toward the Plane of Fire. Plane of Ooze The border region between the Plane of Water
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
embellishments shouldn’t change the actual effects of spells or magic items. Prison of Souls Everyone among the Domains of Dread is a prisoner. The Darklords number among the most prominent captives, but
another plane. These restrictions apply to all other effects, including magic items and artifacts that transport or banish creatures to other planes. Magic that allows transit to the Border Ethereal, such
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
of the Tartyx River unprepared, though, risk being stranded, as Athreos refuses to ferry those who can’t pay. Athreos is also invoked as the god of passage, as well as the deity with dominion over
work with silent efficiency to restore balance. Divine Relationships Athreos cares little for the dealings of the other gods. As long as other deities don’t impinge on the border between life and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
decides to keep the cameo, which was intended as a bit of embellishment. You make a note of it in your journal. Months later, while planning a future session, you flip through the journal and are
adventure tucked in the middle of a serialized campaign can be a welcome change of pace for you and your players.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
supporting characters, breathing life into them. And as a referee, the DM interprets the rules and decides when to abide by them and when to change them. Inventing, writing, storytelling, improvising, acting
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
include numerous assassinations. The monks have no interest in politics and no wish to harbor assassins, but Ronnom refuses to leave. He and his bodyguards have private quarters on the lower level
approach the island. The monks began noticing Skalanthas’s change in demeanor shortly after Ronnom’s arrival.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
, point out that the player’s behavior is spoiling the fun for others, and ask the player to tone it down. If the player refuses to change this behavior, ask the player to leave the group. Some problems
to make players much more careful about what they say, which can dampen the atmosphere and discourage humor.
Other DMs let players change their minds freely. This creates a more relaxed mood at the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
key components of life within the city. Change is possible, but usually only when it’s driven by members of the royal family or the noble clans. Queen Jin-Mi sits at the apex of the social order
decides to establish their own clan, though they often face judgment from their birth clans. Rule by Magistrates The city-state of Yeonido is ruled by the beloved Queen Jin-Mi, a dragonborn said to be
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
, point out that the player’s behavior is spoiling the fun for others, and ask the player to tone it down. If the player refuses to change this behavior, ask the player to leave the group. Some problems
to make players much more careful about what they say, which can dampen the atmosphere and discourage humor.
Other DMs let players change their minds freely. This creates a more relaxed mood at the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
imagine the perceptible part of the Outer Planes as a sort of border region, while extensive spiritual regions lie beyond ordinary sensory experience. Even in those perceptible regions, appearances
can be deceptive. Initially, many of the Outer Planes appear hospitable and familiar to natives of the Material Plane. But the landscape can change at the whims of the powerful forces that live on the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
. These restrictions apply to magic items and artifacts that have properties that transport or banish creatures to other planes as well. Magic that allows transit to the Border Ethereal, such as the
etherealness spell, is the exception to this rule. A creature that enters the Border Ethereal from Undermountain is pulled back into the dungeon upon leaving that plane. Magic that summons creatures or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
exemplify the idea that the Outer Planes are realms of thought and spirit. As with the Elemental Planes, one can imagine the perceptible part of the Outer Planes as a border region, while extensive
Material Plane. But the landscape can change at a whim of the powerful forces that dwell on these planes, which can remake them completely, effectively erasing and rebuilding existence to better fulfill
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
take offense if the character refuses her invitation. A day later, she casts another sending spell and reaches out to a different party member. If she is refused a second time, she doesn’t contact the
share information requires a DC 12 Charisma (Persuasion) check. If the check succeeds, he tells the characters, “Evil’s twin hides its face for now. Expect that to change before winter’s end.” (This is an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
that sense. You choose whether your equipment falls to the ground in your space, merges into your new form, or is worn by it. Worn equipment functions as normal, but the DM decides whether it is
practical for the new form to wear a piece of equipment, based on the creature’s shape and size. Your equipment doesn’t change size or shape to match the new form, and any equipment that the new form can’t






