before boss diffusing course refer

Darkling Elder Legacy

Monsters Volo's Guide to Monsters

call him Dubh Catha ("Dark Crow" in Common). So great was the Summer Queen's wrath that she cursed every member of his house. Other fey refer to the descendants of Dubh Catha's house as the dubh sith-or

part of their body with clothing when exposure to light is a risk. The light a darkling absorbs over the course of its lifetime explodes outward when the darkling dies, incinerating the creature and

Darkling Legacy

Monsters Volo's Guide to Monsters

that she cursed every member of his house. Other fey refer to the descendants of Dubh Catha's house as the dubh sith-or, in Common, "darklings." Darklings most often settle in secluded caverns and

absorbs over the course of its lifetime explodes outward when the darkling dies, incinerating the creature and much of its possessions. Love of Art. Despite their curse, darklings retain a fondness

Yuan-ti Broodguard

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

no longer think as clearly as before their transformation, they are able to perform simple yet important tasks in the community, such as guarding eggs or patrolling for intruders. Yuan-ti refer to

any time before it runs its course. After the process is complete, only a wish spell can reverse the effect.Poison

Far Traveler

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

to the folk of the Sword Coast. If you come from Kara-Tur, the people of Faerûn likely refer to you as Shou, even if that isn’t your true ethnicity, because that’s the blanket term

course, you followed an equally long route when you came north from your place of birth. Though it isn’t unusual for Zakharans to visit the southern extremes of Faerûn for trading purposes, few

Preparing for Play

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

list of key story elements that you can refer to throughout the course of the adventure. Include locations and NPCs important to each character’s faction and background. As the characters become more involved in aspects of the adventure, keep this list up to date.

Franchise Downtime

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

defeat) and to set the course for the campaign to come. The characters might enjoy changing cosmetic elements of their franchise headquarters to reflect their recent victories, spread their reputation

dynamic between Acquisitions Incorporated and Dran Enterprises, for good or ill. Likewise, a failed ritual deals the Six a severe setback, though Jeff Magic (Splugoth’s lich boss) is still out there

Den of Villainy

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Astarion's Book of Hungers

, and ensuring that no witnesses ever speak to the authorities. Each week, the manager gives these bribes to a hooded, ever-changing courier who, of course, knows nothing about their boss. Haven for

Assignments

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

. Your group’s patron might occasionally come to you and give you an assignment. This can be an easy way to get into an adventure. Of course, it’s up to you how you respond to your patron’s demands, and

, and universities are typically highly autonomous. In a player-directed organization, you don’t have a patron because your adventuring party is in charge. You’re the boss; you tell others what to do

Schools of Magic

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

Schools of Magic The rules of the game refer to the schools of magic (abjuration, illusion, necromancy, and so on), but it’s up to you to determine what those schools signify in your world. Similarly

hierarchy, he is allowed to wear the red and green robes of a master. Of course, when he wears these robes, his occupation is easily identified by those who know of the cabal. This recognition could be a

Darklings

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

history, but the stories call him Dubh Catha (“Dark Crow” in Common), and other Fey refer to the house’s descendants as dubh sith—“darklings.” Darklings dwell in secluded caverns and chambers beneath

creature, much like the effect of rapid aging. For this reason, darklings cover their entire bodies with clothing when exposure to light is a risk. The light darklings absorb over the course of their

Yuan-ti Broodguard

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse

can no longer think as clearly as before their transformation, they are able to perform simple yet important tasks in the community, such as guarding eggs or patrolling for intruders. Yuan-ti refer to

before it runs its course. After the process is complete, only a wish spell can reverse the effect. Yuan-ti Broodguard Medium Monstrosity, Typically Neutral Evil Armor Class 14 (natural armor

Around the Outlands

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel

directions in infinite planes like the Outlands. Nevertheless, maps and descriptions refer to such directions for ease of use. To aid in navigation, residents of the Outlands refer to the direction

encounters occur only when you choose. Time also has little meaning, as the characters and many of the NPCs in this adventure are effectively immortal. The following chapters could take place over the course

Encounters in Phandalin

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

what information they want to share, then can move on to the next location. These scenes are a series of roleplaying encounters that take place over the course of a couple of days of game time. To

homes and businesses. Where do you want to go?” When the players pick a spot, refer to the description in the following section, introduce the NPCs there, and let the interaction begin. The Stonehill

The Last War

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

though people optimistically refer to it as the Last War, most believe that it’s only a matter of time until it begins anew. The mystery of the Mourning is the only thing holding the warmongers at bay

into its armies. The religion was largely abandoned toward the end of the war and many of the undead were confined to crypts, but some are still in use. Magical Innovation. Over the course of a

Activity While Traveling

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

Activity While Traveling The activities available to a ship’s crew and passengers are a bit different from the options available to a group traveling by land. Refer to “Activity While Traveling” in

traveling by ship. Draw a Map A ship’s captain often undertakes this activity, producing a map of the ship’s progress and helps the crew get back on course if they get lost. No ability check is required

Halfway Isle (Area L3)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

their guards as they were being led from the jail (area L5) during the evacuation of Little Lockford. The two prisoners—a goblin boss named Slonk and a bugbear named Yuzzik—have manacles on their

course of action. If he is separated from the characters or wounded, Kavoda runs back to the abbey, crying “Callarduran, protect me!” all the way.

Darklings

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse

history, but the stories call him Dubh Catha (“Dark Crow” in Common), and other Fey refer to the house’s descendants as dubh sith—“darklings.” Darklings dwell in secluded caverns and chambers beneath the

creature, much like the effect of rapid aging. For this reason, darklings cover their entire bodies with clothing when exposure to light is a risk. The light darklings absorb over the course of their lives

Attack Rolls

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

; they have no rules of their own, although some rules refer to the schools. Abjuration spells are protective in nature, though some of them have aggressive uses. They create magical barriers, negate

spells affect the minds of others, influencing or controlling their behavior. Such spells can make enemies see the caster as a friend, force creatures to take a course of action, or even control

Yeenoghu's Hunt

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

Yeenoghu’s Hunt About twelve miles from their encounter with the modrons, as they travel through the Labyrinth, the characters hear sounds of howling in the distance off and on over the course of

best course of action, the gnoll pack lord sniffs out the intruders. When it realizes that enemies are present, the pack lord howls to draw the attention of its followers. HUNTED BY YEENOGHU If you’d

Academy Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy

. Otherwise, the arrogant cadets are more than willing to use force to teach the upstart characters who’s boss. Give inspiration to any character who overcomes the situation without resorting to violence. Veena

Gymnasium features a magically powered arena that can be reconfigured for a variety of training exercises. For the induction of new recruits, it is set up for a standard cadet training course. Orientation

Search for the Sled

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

hours. They can stop and wait for the blizzard to pass, or they can press on. If they don’t stop and wait, they could lose their bearings and veer off course—or worse, they could become separated (see

are two roaring polar bears that don’t look happy. These goblins were rolling across the tundra when their advance scout, a trained hawk, spotted the abandoned sled. The one-eared goblin boss, Izobai

Where Are You From?

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

continent of Kara-Tur, far to the east of Faerûn, is home to people whose customs are unfamiliar to the folk of the Sword Coast. If you come from Kara-Tur, the people of Faerûn likely refer to you as Shou

south some more.” Of course, you followed an equally long route when you came north from your place of birth. Though it isn’t unusual for Zakharans to visit the southern extremes of Faerûn for trading

Darklings

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

the Summer Queen’s wrath that she cursed every member of his house. Other fey refer to the descendants of Dubh Catha’s house as the dubh sith — or, in Common, “darklings.” Darklings most often settle

risk. The light a darkling absorbs over the course of its lifetime explodes outward when the darkling dies, incinerating the creature and much of its possessions. Love of Art. Despite their curse

Divine Relationships

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

titans or the other gods, and Klothys at least has existed for unknown ages despite being all but forgotten among mortal folk. Once mortals could imagine a world beyond the horizon and a course of

-dwelling Thassa, bleak-hearted Erebos, bronze-blooded Purphoros, and keen-eyed Nylea. These gods are known to refer to each other as “brother” and “sister,” though they never speak of parents and

Components

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

, although some rules refer to the schools. Abjuration spells are protective in nature, though some of them have aggressive uses. They create magical barriers, negate harmful effects, harm

others, influencing or controlling their behavior. Such spells can make enemies see the caster as a friend, force creatures to take a course of action, or even control another creature like a puppet

Monster Behavior

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

course of combat. Brian Valeza Kobolds build a barricade to keep adventurers at bay Initial Attitudes A published adventure typically notes or implies whether a creature’s initial attitude toward the

if its hunting companion is killed, or a mistreated toady might be eager to surrender and betray its boss in return for its life. You can use the Monster Relationships table to inspire such

Candlekeep

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

any person with the ability to discover and absorb it all powerful beyond compare. The problem with doing that, of course, is the same as with secrets in any other location: one must know that a

, and the sages who come seeking such trifles. Of course, before this treasure trove can be plumbed, one must gain entry to its hallowed halls. The cloistered scholar-monks of Candlekeep, who are

Annam and the Ordning

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

, depicted in a variety of ways in myths told across countless worlds of the Material Plane. These stories have been altered in the telling over the course of thousands of years. In some myths, he is

sometimes refer to him as “the banished son,” “the forgotten one,” or “the king that crawls.” A few cults revere him, beseeching him for sinister magical secrets or to consume their enemies. Memnor When

Jahaka Anchorage

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

is repaired. Striking a third rock causes the ship to sink. The pirates, of course, know where the rocks are and avoid them. The watchtower (area 6) and the entire elevated walkway from the tower to

without his other hand resting threateningly on the dagger in his sash. He keeps a semi-tame deinonychus (see appendix D) as a guard animal, which he controls with his magic ring. The pirates refer to

Traveling to Phandalin

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

offer 10 gp or more to each of them, they walk away and leave their boss to his fate. Rasqel, who is indebted to bad people, fights to the death. If the situation looks grim for the adventurers

accident. The curse is gone, but if word of the death reaches the character who transferred the curse, the consequences might live on. A Horse Is a Corpse, of Course When the characters move off the

Faerûn

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

Wychlaran, the society of masked witches that determine Rashemen’s course. These witches wield great powers tied to the land and its magic and guard against evil fey and vengeful spirits. A small number

in the Realms is summarized below. Each grouping is arranged in order of value: copper, silver, electrum, gold, and (when present) platinum. Most people across Faerûn refer to coins by whatever name

Redbrand Hideout Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

here while they develop a ransom plan. The Dendrars are grateful to the characters for rescuing them, but they can’t provide much information about the hideout. All they know is that the boss is a

sordid acts such as kidnapping or arson as “that unpleasant little business” or “those unfortunate events.” He may refer to the characters as his “honored guests,” and expresses regret that he cannot

Creating a Monster Stat Block

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

monster’s stat block. Familiarize yourself with that material before you begin. In the course of creating your monster, if you find yourself unable to make a decision, let the examples in the Monster

Increase the monster’s effective per-round damage by 2. Reactive Marilith — Read Thoughts Doppelganger — Reckless Minotaur — Redirect Attack Goblin boss — Reel Roper — Regeneration Troll Increase the

Island Approach and First Floor

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

hags have lived in the area for years, and they witnessed the first drowned one attack ten years before. They refer to the drowned ones as “walkers,” because the creatures plod along the floor of the

areas — which, of course, leads to even more creatures coming under his sway (see “Conclusion” for more information). Three chuuls hide beneath the mass of corpses. These creatures were attracted by

Outer City Gazetteer

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

structure — which popular stories now refer to as Balduran’s Tomb — has been discovered three more times in the same fashion, each time in a different location, yet so far no one has been able to enter

spellcasters and warriors in the styles of their ancestral homeland, allowing only the most talented outsiders to access their archives or join in their lessons. And, of course, every patriar in the

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