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curse takes effect whenever the target takes a short or long rest, filling the target’s thoughts with horrible images and dreams. The cursed target gains no benefit from finishing a short or long
rest. The curse lasts until it is lifted by a remove curse spell or similar magic.
Summon Erinyes (1/Day). Mahadi summons Ilzabet, an erinyes bound to him by an infernal contract. The erinyes appears
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
, encourage great thinkers, and spur adventurers to heroic deeds. They sometimes give guidance to those in need or request help from adventurers to encourage them to greatness.
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trouble in the name of lifting the “curse.”
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Ettercap;Ettercaps captured a moonstone dragon wyrmling, who has so far avoided becoming dinner by teaching the ettercaps to create wild
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Infamy. My name will be a malediction, a curse that fulfills my will. (Evil)
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Incorruptibility. Be a symbol, and leave your flawed being behind. (Any)
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Anonymity. It’s my deeds that
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
into the realm of dreams to communicate with the creatures that sleep near their lairs. In this way, they inspire artists and poets, encourage great thinkers, and spur adventurers to heroic deeds
to temper the dragon’s mischievous spirit.
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A young moonstone dragon fell victim to a fomorian;fomorian's curse and has elected to stay with the Giant rather than reveal this magical
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, ensuring that her companions’ words will be well received. Whether scholar, skald, or scoundrel, a bard weaves magic through words and music to inspire allies, demoralize foes, manipulate minds
, decipher old tomes, travel to strange places, or encounter exotic creatures. Bards love to accompany heroes to witness their deeds firsthand. A bard who can tell an awe-inspiring story from personal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
Conclusion Once the threat of the hags and their servants is dealt with, the characters have a chance to rectify the dark deeds done at the temple. Destroying the four portraits in area T17 frees
Gorba Daardenrian, Glitter, Falthrax Loderr, and Sylvarie Silversong from the hags’ curse. (See “Destroying the Paintings” earlier in the adventure for more information.) Gorba and Glitter are eternally grateful to the characters and might become lifelong allies of the party, at your discretion.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
pure orc blood. And they aren’t accepted into other societies because of their orc heritage. Half-orcs are seen as off-putting and intimidating by other people, which is both a blessing and a curse
come off as coarse, blunt, or rude in dealings with other people. With the directness of an orc, they speak their minds with no apparent concern for how their opinions are received. No matter where
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
, regardless of whether they’ve ever received that miracle in the past. Temples and scholars of divine magic are at a loss to explain a curse that has affected the entire region, and possibly the entire
introductory text to the players: For the past several days, the talk of the streets and taverns has all been about the so-called death curse: a wasting disease afflicting everyone who’s ever been raised from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
learn the magical properties of the shard dropped dead without warning, and her soul became trapped in the shard. 3 A group of bandits received the shard as ransom. That night, a sickly green light
bathed their camp, and all but one bandit disappeared. 4 A knight tried to destroy the shard, but the shard’s curse petrified her.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Gothic Horror Plots Poetic tragedy, the dichotomy between goodness and wickedness, and reckonings for wicked deeds are strong fodder for gothic horror plots. Gothic Horror Plots d8 Plot
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married.
8 Find a way to end a land’s generational curse that doesn’t involve a group of innocents willingly sacrificing themselves.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Knight Sarlamir’s Curse Among the dead entombed beneath Castle Kalaman lies the body of Knight Zanas Sarlamir. A respected knight of the Order of the Crown, Sarlamir received a divine quest from the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Conclusion Once Dae Won-Ha’s gwishin is reassured that she hasn’t been forgotten, the memory-affecting fog ceases to appear and the curse afflicting the people of Yeonido ends, restoring their
restoring knowledge of Dae Won-Ha’s deeds. If the characters don’t follow through with their promise to the gwishin, the fog and mysterious attacks continue across the city. Once the gwishin is put to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
took the opportunity as a sure thing and leaped at the chance to get even richer. He sold off many of his assets and converted the proceeds to property deeds and promissory notes, then secured that
. Fifteen days ago, Aubreck received word that Emperor of the Waves had been spotted adrift in the southern sea, apparently a ghost ship. The noble promptly used a sizable chunk of his savings to hire a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
deeds behind me and my ill-gotten gains to good use. She cursed me to dwell forever in this cave, spinning my gold into useful items for anyone who comes my way.”
In accordance with the rule of
chapter 2) and offer Nib something in return for his gifts. Nib kindly accepts whatever the character offers but isn’t looking for help to end his curse, because as long as Granny Nightshade remains
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
form and related powers through their deeds or a curse. Maybe they even gained supernatural abilities via a pact with the Dark Powers or upon arriving in their domain. Consider whether or not your
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
? Are you pursuing an epic quest that mirrors their legendary deeds? Do you seek vengeance for the death of a friend or ally? Or have you turned away from your people, either by choice or because of the
opportunity to purchase one. If you’re an elf, your blade could have a long and storied history. If you’re not an elf, you might have stolen the weapon from a fallen foe or received it from a dying
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
you can add to the villains in this chapter, giving them more or less good reasons to perform their evil deeds. Morally Ambiguous Villains d4 Villain 1 The villain is targeting people with
aberrant dragonmarks in the desperate hope of preventing another War of the Mark. 2 The villain is suffering under a terrible curse, and their increasingly serious crimes are an effort to fight off the curse
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
to the campaign. Monstrous Origin d8 Origin 1 You are a spy sent to undermine your enemies from within. 2 You are the victim of a curse or polymorph spell. 3 You were raised by humans, elves, or
dwarves and have adopted their culture. 4 At a young age, you adopted a human religion and now serve it faithfully. 5 You received divine insight that sent you on your path, and occasionally receive new
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
device called the Soulmonger. The Harpers received their intelligence from a lich, but they don’t know much about the Soulmonger other than its name and general whereabouts. Adventurers willing to
Soulmonger is feeding souls to an undead horror called an atropal. Once it consumes enough souls, the atropal will transform into an evil god. Destroying the Soulmonger ends the death curse affecting
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
companion.
3 A faerie dragon needs help ending a curse that has begun corrupting local plants and animals in the dragon’s forest.
4 A faerie dragon has been harassing local miners who are
branches of a tree that recently received the benefit of a druid’s awaken spell and promises to teach the awakened tree in exchange for shelter and companionship.
7 A faerie dragon rules a pack
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
the contract forms as soon as the gift is received. Accidental Fey Contracts A creature can accidentally stumble into a fey contract in a number of ways. The one bit of good news for the novice
Feywild explorer is that most fey contracts can be broken with a remove curse spell or similar magic. Only the most powerful fey contracts are hard to break—ones woven by ancient hags, the queens of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
god’s most exalted lore.
Aestraste’s Reward. So impressed was she with the deeds of her champion Aestraste that Pharika offered to fill her kylix with any draught for Aestraste to imbibe. The
dragon hunting.
The Medusa’s Curse. To seed the world with knowledge, Pharika gathered her medusa children and granted a hundred secrets to each, bidding them to hide their revelations throughout the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
patron. In his role as the master of the Wandering Emporium, Mahadi has received special dispensation from Asmodeus to travel freely between the Material Plane and the Nine Hells to operate his
) slashing damage, and the target is cursed if it’s a creature. The curse takes effect whenever the target takes a short or long rest, filling the target’s thoughts with horrible images and dreams
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
only in extreme situations.
2 Balance. I strive to counter the deeds of someone for whom I feel responsible.
3 Bound. I’ve wronged someone and must work their will to avoid their curse
within me. I will fight against it and the world’s other evils for as long as I can.
9 I’m desperately seeking a cure to an affliction or a curse, either for someone close to me for myself
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
harmless at first, but Morwen has received reports that they have begun harassing townsfolk and other visitors as they come and go, demanding money and wine, and threatening to put hexes on anyone who
level (3 slots): bestow curse, phantom steed, vampiric touch
4th level (3 slots): greater invisibility, stoneskin
5th level (1 slot): dominate person
Stanimir is joined by his daughter, Damia
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
legends told of Keranos’s deeds demonstrate his wisdom and wrath, dispensed in equal measure.
Epiphany. The lightning bolt is a symbol of both Keranos’s fury and his ability to inspire. Pondering this
favor, the font lies at the end of a series of fierce traps and riddles. It exists both in and out of Nyx, hidden to all but the most diligent of seekers.
Lightning Diadem. Years ago, Keranos received
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
your clothes.
But none among us can compare
To one wily, swift, and stand-up hare—
Scarf that’s glorious, thief notorious,
His deeds are truly meritorious!
With a wink and a grin, he’ll show
. She demands that each character surrender the feeling of delight they remember from when they were given the best gift they ever received. Jebbek produces a stoppered gourd that can hold these
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
seen a goliath, and fewer still to have forged a friendship with one. Goliaths love to compete and keep score, counting up their deeds and tallying their accomplishments to compare to what others
smiles and tests their mettle. Those who impress her with their fighting skills are bitten and become goliath werebears themselves—goliaths who carry Oyaminartok’s curse of lycanthropy. Contrary to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
a considerable amount of wealth, he has lived his entire life on stories of honor and great deeds, none of which are his own. Now Lord Bakaris sees the situation in Kalaman as his chance to win glory
greatness, and I’ll take what I deserve.” Ideal. “My brilliance and worthiness are clear to everyone intelligent enough to deserve my time.” Bond. “My deeds will be the grandest chapter in the Estide
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
to harm. (Lawful)
3 Confusion. Deception is a weapon. Strike from where your foes won’t expect. (Chaotic)
4 Infamy. My name will be a malediction, a curse that fulfills my will. (Evil
)
5 Incorruptibility. Be a symbol, and leave your flawed being behind. (Any)
6 Anonymity. It’s my deeds that should be remembered, not their instrument. (Any)
Faceless Bonds d6 Bond
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
reference to that individual’s past deeds. She then asks the characters if they want their fortunes read. If they say yes, Madam Eva produces a worn deck of cards and proceeds with the sequence outlined
, cunning and sharp of mind. She has met a good many adventurers in her time and knows they can’t be fully trusted. She wants to free the land of Barovia from its curse, and her fate is interwoven with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
clenched fists. Timber from broken rafters and smashed doors lies strewn across the floor. The ice statue is harmless. Nevertheless, anyone who damages the statue is cursed. Until the curse is lifted
with a remove curse spell or similar magic, the afflicted creature has vulnerability to cold damage. This curse negates any resistance or immunity to cold damage the creature might otherwise possess. 4B
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
injustice, defend innocents, and inspire hope. She believes everyone deserves a chance to write their own story on their own terms, and her deeds have inspired countless heroic tales. Even after so
decks from their many dangers—especially from the curse imposed by the Euryale card, which Asteria resents as a defamation of her devoted friend. For this and many other reasons, Asteria tracks down
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
be a malediction, a curse that fulfills my will. (Evil) 5 Incorruptibility. Be a symbol, and leave your flawed being behind. (Any) 6 Anonymity. It’s my deeds that should be remembered, not their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
ill, but he confessed his secret earlier that day and fled. Serapio’s father, Orencio, was a sorcerer who consorted with demons. He was executed years ago after Doña Rosa exposed his deeds. Doña Rosa
believes Orencio or the cult he served is responsible for Serapio’s curse. She can share any of the details from the “Family Matters” section earlier in the adventure. A Mother’s Request. Doña Rosa asks