before both deception carries return

Cloud Giant Smiling One

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

feel like a Beast or a Humanoid it has seen or to return to its true form. Any equipment the giant is wearing or carrying is absorbed by the new form. Its statistics, other than its size, don’t

giants who honor and emulate the craftiness and deceit of the deity Memnor above all else. They are tricksters supreme who use sleight of hand, deception, misdirection, and magic in their pursuit of

Fraz-Urb'luu Legacy

Monsters Out of the Abyss

Deception and Demon Lord of Illusions. He uses every trick, every ounce of demonic cunning, to manipulate his enemies—mortal and fiend alike—to do his will. Fraz-Urb’luu can create

the Abyss. He seeks the pieces of the legendary staff of power taken from him by those who imprisoned him, and commands his servants to do likewise. The Prince of Deception’s true form is like

Steel Crane

Monsters Candlekeep Mysteries

Crane is tall and slender. He is exceptionally handsome, with neat silver hair and deep green eyes, and carries himself with the grace of a dancer. A strip of cloth was torn from the left sleeve of

.” Flaw. “The monks of my old temple know my shameful history. I can never return.”Poison, Psychic

Sir Talavar

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

Superior Invisibility. As a bonus action, Sir Talavar can magically turn invisible until his concentration ends (as if concentrating on a spell). Any equipment Sir Talavar wears or carries is

atop Telemy Hill, not too far from Slanty Tower. Sir Talavar explains that he must be set free so that he can return to his queen and report the news that Zybilna has been overthrown by the

Shapechange Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

can't use any legendary actions or lair actions of the new form. You assume the hit points and Hit Dice of the new form. When you revert to your normal form, you return to the number of hit points you

had before you transformed. If you revert as a result of dropping to 0 hit points, any excess damage carries over to your normal form. As long as the excess damage doesn't reduce your normal form to 0

Amble

Monsters Locathah Rising

assume the beast's hit points and Hit Dice. When Amble reverts to their normal form, they return to the number of hit points they had before they transformed. However, if Amble reverts as a result of

dropping to 0 hit points, any excess damage carries over their normal form. Amble can't cast spells, and their ability to speak or take any action that requires hands is limited to the capabilities of

Galder's Speedy Courier

Spells Lost Laboratory of Kwalish

You summon a Small air elemental to a spot within range. The air elemental is formless, nearly transparent, immune to all damage, and cannot interact with other creatures or objects. It carries an

removed, the elemental and the chest disappear. The elemental also disappears if the target creature orders it to return the items to you. When the elemental disappears, any items not taken from the chest

Infernal Calling

Spells Xanathar's Guide to Everything

, you must make a Charisma (Deception, Intimidation, or Persuasion) check contested by its Wisdom (Insight) check. You make the check with advantage if you say the devil’s true name. If your check

fails, the devil becomes immune to your verbal commands for the duration of the spell, though it can still carry out your commands if it chooses. If your check succeeds, the devil carries out your

Hermit - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

fortunately, maintaining that deception might require you to stay in hiding until you actually are. 3 You study the puzzles of mortal natures. You’ve seen followers of evil deities perform

superseding event. Suddenly directionless and unable to return to your homeland, you have lingered, adrift, in this wretched city. Feature: Discovery The quiet seclusion of your extended

Triton Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

foes when they found them and drove the rest into hiding. With their foes banished to the deepest reaches of the sea, tritons settled in to watch for any sign of their return. Over time, the tritons

, leaving the tritons vulnerable to deception. With their strong martial tradition, tritons can sometimes be too eager to leap into a fight. Strangers to the Surface Given their isolation, most tritons

Soldier - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

regular shift patrolling either the Lower City or the Outer City. In return, you have access to the Flaming Fist’s fortresses and a direct line of communication with Flaming Fist officers and

regular patrol in the Upper City or take a regular shift at its gates, and must report for training in the Watch Citadel once every ten days. In return, you have access to the Citadel and a direct line of

Conclusion

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

Conclusion If the characters return the diadem to Goldenbeard, he offers them lifetime membership in the Silver Fingers Society. He also promises them a personal favor they can redeem next time they

themselves, they must succeed on a DC 16 Charisma (Deception) check to convince Goldenbeard they were unable to retrieve the diadem. If Goldenbeard realizes they’re lying to him, he grows very serious. He

Key Plot Points

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves

taken up residence in a nearby temple to Orcus. The cultists have been stealing goods, which Oriann asks the characters to find and return. Temple Invasion. To foil the cultists, the characters must

dragon slay the cult’s leader. Meeting the Dragon. If the characters don’t prove themselves in battle against the cult, the silver dragon tests them with commands. The characters must either fulfill three commands or realize the dragon’s deception. The dragon tells his story if the characters win his trust.

Chapter 7: Siege of Kalaman

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

Chapter 7: Siege of Kalaman The City of Lost Names shatters into dozens of flying pieces. One of these carries an ancient temple of the evil gods into the sky. This flying citadel and the rest of the

full might of the Dragon Army. The lead-up to the Dragon Army’s attack is a great time for allies to return and support the characters. Ultimately, the characters have the opportunity to infiltrate the

Green Hag

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

bidding, masking their intentions behind layers of deception. They lure victims to them by mimicking voices calling out for help, or drive unwanted visitors away by imitating the cries of fierce beasts

armor) Hit Points 82 (11d8 + 33) Speed 30 ft. STR 18 (+4) DEX 12 (+1) CON 16 (+3) INT 13 (+1) WIS 14 (+2) CHA 14 (+2) Skills Arcana +3, Deception

Facing Strahd

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

the characters don’t intend to return to the main hall, Strahd and his minions wait for the characters in another room of the house, such as the dining room (area D5) or the den of wolves (area D3

, Strahd regards the Ulmist inquisitor with grave respect and allows her to leave the house. “I will permit you to flee this place,” he intones. “But only if you do so immediately, and you never return

Courthouse: Autumn

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

have sufficient renown in a politically influential faction — or a talent for deception: A character who has at least 4 renown in the Harpers can convince Mirt (see appendix B) to use his authority as a

whereabouts. The safe return of Neverember’s cache of dragons is more important to her than the fate of one brigand. The characters can purposely get themselves arrested in the Castle Ward. Even a minor

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

dominated by his emotions—intelligent, but not wise. Arrogant and prone to gloating, he carries grudges, has a huge chip on his shoulder, and spends a lot of time fashioning elaborate revenge scenarios

protection from invaders and in return providing services such as excavating new living spaces and disposing of trash. If it’s unlucky, the tribe is enslaved by the other humanoids, and the kobolds

Imp

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

ft. in spider form) STR 6 (–2) DEX 17 (+3) CON 13 (+1) INT 11 (+0) WIS 12 (+1) CHA 14 (+2) Skills Deception +4, Insight +3, Persuasion +4

damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one. Invisibility. The imp magically turns invisible until it attacks or until its concentration ends (as if concentrating on a spell). Any equipment the imp wears or carries is invisible with it. imp

Mood of the Town

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

, and dock workers rush to load and unload goods before the boats return. The daily energy and bustle carries over into rowdy nights. The fishers chug ale and swap stories, each seeking to outdo the

for the day. When they return, they spend time unloading their catch, mending nets, and repairing their vessels. The merchants move their ships into the docks once the fishing fleet is out for the day

Patrol Routes

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Prisoner 13

) and the armory (area R10). The route is marked in yellow on the players’ map of Revel’s End. It normally takes 4 minutes for a patrol to make its round and return to its post. When one or more

group Dexterity (Stealth) check or try to blend in by making a group Charisma (Deception) check. Each check is made against a DC set by the current suspicion level. On a failure, the patrol notices

Patrol Routes

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

) and the armory (area R10). The route is marked in yellow on the players’ map of Revel’s End. It normally takes 4 minutes for a patrol to make its round and return to its post. When one or more

group Dexterity (Stealth) check or try to blend in by making a group Charisma (Deception) check. Each check is made against a DC set by the current suspicion level. On a failure, the patrol notices

Mounts and Vehicles

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

a mortal hero might require that hero to serve as her mount for a year as part of fulfilling her bargain. The giant raven that carries a hag aloft could be in actuality one of the hag’s victims

tombstone. Usually only the hag that obtained or created them can use her mounts and vehicles. They obey only her commands, and their magic responds only to her will. If a hag allows any other creature to use one of them as part of a bargain, she must be expecting an immense return on her investment.

35. Hall of Rats

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

, not loyalty. He’s waiting for his companion, Sylvia, to return (see area 31). If threatened, Flyndol commands the giant rats to cover his escape. If escape is impossible, he surrenders but won’t

give his captors any useful information unless they charm him. He carries nothing of value. Fountains Each fountain consists of a blue marble basin enclosed by a 1-foot-high stone retaining wall with

Cloud Giant Smiling One

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

, deception, misdirection, and magic in their pursuit of wealth. They also possess a flair for unpredictability and a wicked sense of humor. Smiling ones overstep all bounds of decorum with their behavior

Throws Con +10, Int +6, Cha +7 Skills Deception +11, Insight +7, Perception +11, Sleight of Hand +9 Senses passive Perception 21 Languages Common, Giant Challenge 11 (7,200 XP) Proficiency Bonus

Special Delivery

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

fewer drow in their party, since they have had no opportunity to replace lost members. If his mission in Gauntlgrym was successful, Draac carries an iron flask that he aims to return to Duke Zalto. The

Aftermath

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

conceal what has transpired. The arrival of the City Watch foreshadows the return of Barnibus Blastwind and Saeth Cromley (see appendix B), who arrive in due course with twenty constables (veterans) and

evidence of the act, Barnibus instructs Sergeant Cromley to arrest them for the crime of murdering a noble, which carries a death sentence if they’re found guilty.

Phenax's Influence

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

Lord of the Underworld and the River Guide. Still bitter over Phenax’s deception, Erebos concocts ways to torment the upstart god. Were he to discover a method to slay Phenax and return him to the

secrets, deception, and betrayal isn’t close with the rest of the pantheon. This is not to say that Phenax doesn’t have active relationships with others in the pantheon, but his position as the patron

Aftermath

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath

contains the remains of some fish that were meant to be taken to the fishery. One of the dark tide knights carries a potion of greater healing. The Request. Seeing that this threat came from the

. The council asks the party to sneak into town and assess the situation there. If the town is no longer safe, the settlers must return to Neverwinter in defeat.

Treasure

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

who gets what. If the tribe’s war wagon is available, it is used to transport large or especially treasured items. Each orc warrior carries its personal loot from the raid in a sack. These are the

trophies of victory that orcs brandish and boast about when they return to the den. A loot sack might contain something of demonstrable worth or usefulness, something that’s edible (or used to be), or

9. Guard Barracks

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

“impostors” elsewhere in the dungeon. If you don’t think the players are doing a great job roleplaying the deception, you can have the character who is doing most of the talking make a DC 15 Charisma

(Deception) check to convince the bugbears to do what the party wants. Roleplaying Droop The goblin, Droop, is not a threat to the party. He has been cowed by the bugbears and follows their orders until

Soldier

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

Balduran for training, and you’re required to take a regular shift patrolling either the Lower City or the Outer City. In return, you have access to the Flaming Fist’s fortresses and a direct line of

conduct a regular patrol in the Upper City or take a regular shift at its gates, and must report for training in the Watch Citadel once every ten days. In return, you have access to the Citadel and a

With Friends Like These

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

, though a character can attempt to bribe one friendly or indifferent NPC to join in as an action. With a successful DC 15 Charisma (Persuasion) check — or a Charisma (Deception) check if the offer is not

far too suspicious to be fooled by so obvious a deception, and he can’t bring himself to believe that anyone would value Tarina’s life so highly. Treasure Tucked in Dead-Eye’s vest is a pouch

Soldier

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer

Seatower of Balduran for training, and you’re required to take a regular shift patrolling either the Lower City or the Outer City. In return, you have access to the Flaming Fist’s fortresses and a direct

required to conduct a regular patrol in the Upper City or take a regular shift at its gates, and must report for training in the Watch Citadel once every ten days. In return, you have access to the Citadel

Chapter 12: Doom of the Desert

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

Chapter 12: Doom of the Desert Upon his return to Maelstrom, King Hekaton is quick to act against the evil that threatens all giants. With the help of his scrying pool, Hekaton figures out where

, swearing that Iymrith’s deception will not go unpunished. She reaches out to the adventurers one more time, imploring them to join her as she confronts the dragon. An ancient blue dragon is more than

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