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Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Dark Devotion. The fanatic has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened.
Spellcasting. The fanatic is a 4th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC
in cult affairs because he fears her spellcasting ability and her connection to the Arcane Brotherhood. She could take over the cult anytime she wanted, and Kadroth doesn't want to give her any reason
Hermit
Legacy
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Backgrounds
Player’s Handbook (2014)
changed to allow you to end your solitude? You can work with your DM to determine the exact nature of your seclusion, or you can choose or roll on the table below to determine the reason behind your
case stuffed full of notes from your studies or prayers, a winter blanket, a set of common clothes, an herbalism kit, and 5 gp
Life of Seclusion
What was the reason for your isolation, and what
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Divine Being. Auril can’t be surprised and can’t be changed into another form against her will.
Divine Resurrection. When Auril drops to 0 hit points, her crystalline form shatters and
time). Thus, she has no reason to capitulate to mortals’ demands. As the embodiment of winter’s cruelty, she is incapable of showing mercy or compassion. Play her as a supremely cold and
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Divine Being. Auril can’t be surprised and can’t be changed into another form against her will.
Divine Rejuvenation. When Auril drops to 0 hit points, her body turns to slush and melts
can’t truly die (although the characters can rid the world of her for a time). Thus, she has no reason to capitulate to mortals’ demands. As the embodiment of winter’s cruelty, she is
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
The Boros Legion is a zealous army, full of righteous energy tempered with military discipline. Its members share its leadership’s devotion to the ideals of justice, or they find satisfaction in
instructors at Horizon Military Academy.
6
I competed with a fellow student for the attention of a mentor at Horizon Military Academy.
7
The person who recruited me into the legion changed the
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
visit prosperous Bloomridge to try a fashionable restaurant or boutique, or watch a spectacle at the Oasis Theater, the patriars have little reason to venture into the dirtier, more dangerous parts of the
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
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Divine Being. Auril can’t be surprised and can’t be changed into another form against her will.
Divine Rejuvenation. When Auril drops to 0 hit points, her body collapses into shards of
might prove helpful:
So long as she has mortal worshipers, Auril can’t truly die (although the characters can rid the world of her for a time). Thus, she has no reason to capitulate to mortals
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sage Advice & Errata
Racial Traits (p. 118) The third sentence has been changed to “Some of these races are more or less powerful than the typical D&D races—a reason for the monstrous races to be used in a campaign with care.”
Kobold
Legacy
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
strong social structure that stresses devotion to the tribe, are clever with their hands, and viciously work together in order to overcome their physical limitations.
In the kobolds’ version of
undetected and don’t give their targets reason to harm them. For example, a group of city kobolds might sneak into a cobbler’s house at night to loot it of knives, leather bits, nails, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
feel their existence is one of secret torment and suffering. The idea that pain has nobility to it — that there can be a divine reason behind the trials that face Baldurians — comforts many. Some
patriars spread word of Ilmater’s faith not out of devotion, but to control their lessers. If people believe their suffering is worthy, they are less likely to demand safer conditions, higher pay, or more
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
feel their existence is one of secret torment and suffering. The idea that pain has nobility to it — that there can be a divine reason behind the trials that face Baldurians — comforts many. Some
patriars spread word of Ilmater’s faith not out of devotion, but to control their lessers. If people believe their suffering is worthy, they are less likely to demand safer conditions, higher pay, or more
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
reason, the world changed, and their vast empires vanished. All that remains of them are ruins and the scattered lizardfolk, bullywug, and aarakocra tribes, barbaric descendants of those who once ruled the world.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
warrior also has great devotion to a particular deity, that god can reward the faithful with a measure of divine power, making that person a paladin. Different paladin orders in the Forgotten Realms
those under them. Unjust laws must be overturned or changed in a reasonable fashion. Bravery. Gain glory through battle. Defend any charge unto death. Pride in one’s actions. Lead by example. Let your
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
-rings, nails, sheaths, finished leatherwork, and food and drinkables. However, last month the barges came late, orders were short changed, and the prices for what little did arrive went up steeply. The
a rich target to anyone in this part of the North. For the same reason, the Zhents dare not hire the retired bodyguards, adventurers, and mercenaries who live in and around Beliard, for fear rumors might spread all over the Dessarin Valley about a pay caravan.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
actions than for vows of loyalty and expressions of devotion. Whether you are silently devoted to her or vociferous in your praise, it is your actions in her name that will prompt her to continue her
you never heard another mortal’s voice, but Nylea spoke to you regularly.
Devotion to Nylea Nylea calls upon her followers to defend the natural world and oppose those who would bring it harm
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
brought them together. The reason for holding the wedding at Horn Enclave is that the caravan also bears valuable gifts provided by both families, which will be placed in a vault until Gwendolyn and Tannus
overshadows her betrothed, Tannus, who until recently was a raving barbarian bent only on war. She believes that Tannus has changed. Her goal is to convince him that she believes in him and is proud
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
contentment seep into the bones and souls of those who enter Elysium. The longer a visitor remains on the plane, the less reason they find to ever leave. An adventure in Elysium can challenge
characters’ devotion to doing good by offering them the opportunity (or the temptation) to rest from their labors and enjoy a well-earned reward. Belierin is said to be the prison of some deadly creature
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Helmed Horror This construct possesses intelligence, the ability to reason and adjust its tactics, and an unswerving devotion to its maker that persists even after its maker’s demise. Resembling an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
the best of mortals. That said, the reason for his initial interest in a champion isn’t always obvious. What made the sun god turn his attention to you? What sets you apart from the masses of people
, you swore an oath to end some great evil.
6 You have no idea why Heliod showed interest in you, and you might sometimes wish he hadn’t.
Devotion to Heliod Following Heliod means devoting
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
stuffed full of notes from your studies or prayers, a winter blanket, a set of common clothes, an herbalism kit, and 5 gp Life of Seclusion What was the reason for your isolation, and what changed to
allow you to end your solitude? You can work with your DM to determine the exact nature of your seclusion, or you can choose or roll on the table below to determine the reason behind your seclusion
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
of measuring a character’s devotion to that code. The Honor ability is useful in any campaign that revolves around orders of knights or other warriors who adhere to a formal code. Honor measures not
only a character’s devotion to a code but also the character’s understanding of it. The Honor score can also reflect how others perceive a character’s honor. A character with a high Honor usually has a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
. Nyklean philosophers teach that reason or destiny underlies all of reality, so that everything that takes place must unfold just as it does. These philosophers train themselves to accept and endure
experience a wild, creative vision from Keranos. The Reverent Army The hoplites of Meletis practice battlefield tactics in an environment saturated with religious devotion. The military force of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
deck of Dangerous Business for any reason, they immediately attract the attention of nearby guards. Dead Guard The dead guard is a male half-orc. Lying on his chest is a black business card bearing
doors lead to specific portals. That coding is changed regularly, with the portals reassigned to different locations and the stones swapped around to help keep their destinations a secret. As such, a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
following categories: Goal. A character’s goal is a short-term reason for the character to adventure. At the start of a campaign, this might be a desire for treasure, a thirst for excitement, or some need
you’re uncertain or a character’s motivations seem to have changed, it’s OK to ask players for clarification. Family, Friends, and Foes. A character’s origin (species and background) implies some
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
choice, it cannot be changed until the next dawn. LOK
Dwarf Obviator (Cleric)
Like many Obviators, “Lok” chooses to use a working name rather than her actual name out of an abundance of caution
. Obviators are cautious because they know precisely how dangerous any moment can be — and they are dangerous for the same reason. An obviator is like a lethal walking library. And if you were to face
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
suggestions, which you can use in concert with the material here. Barbarian d6 I became a barbarian because … 1 My devotion to my people lifted me in battle, making me powerful and dangerous. 2 The spirits
origin. For this reason, I immersed myself in the study of the druidic mysteries and became a champion of the natural order. Fighter d6 I became a fighter because … 1 I wanted to hone my combat skills
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Revenge. As the drow continued to perform the rituals, the process usually transformed the subject into the spindly, stunted creature they expected. Occasionally, though, the elf changed into a monstrosity
fanatical devotion to Lolth, which leads them to develop some skill in divine magic. They preach that chitines are Lolth’s favored people, and that choldriths are the Spider Queen’s rightful worldly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
in turn creates trends all across the North for clothing, weaponry, favored trinkets, music, and any other preference that can be changed at a whim by those with enough coin to afford the expense
Thayans and Baldurian merchants have coin enough to buy property within the city, if they choose, but that is no reason to award them noble titles and legal rights, instead of merely a mansion, for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
helpful: So long as she has mortal worshipers, Auril can’t truly die (although the characters can rid the world of her for a time). Thus, she has no reason to capitulate to mortals’ demands. As the
, telepathy 1,000 ft.
Challenge 9 (5,000 XP)
Divine Being. Auril can’t be surprised and can’t be changed into another form against her will.
Divine Rejuvenation. When Auril drops to 0 hit points, her
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
their emotions and instincts rather than out of reason and logic. Only certain charismatic orcs, those who have been directly touched by the will and might of Gruumsh, have the capacity to control the
orc that has been chosen by Gruumsh must gouge out one of its eyes as a sign of devotion, sacrificing half of its mortal vision in return for divine power. These god-touched orcs are revered as living
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
creatures with strong devotion to the Red Wizards. Four Thayan warriors chained to the pillars are in an advanced state of entrancement. They can be treated as unconscious. If they are slain, a gong sounds
weeks or months, improve spellcasting capabilities and imbue most creatures with strong devotion to the Red Wizards. Each tier of the monument is 5 feet high, and clambering onto it requires 5 extra
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
pragmatic, willing to do whatever necessary to achieve their ends. But they have no need to terrorize the folk of Darkhold Vale, for one simple reason: they already control them. In years past, these folk
I’ve ever heard — even worse than those that fall from the foul lips of orc raiders in the North. The attitudes of the vale folk have changed over the years, however, no doubt due in part to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
Abyssal Prisons Originally an area containing summoning traps, this sector has been changed into a place for confining demons. Thayans break the will of imprisoned fiends and bind them into service
the Temple of Chaos. Another white gate stands in the corridor that leads south to the Pools of Devotion. 3. Issem’s Vault Deadly traps, which Issem avoids while in mist form, protect the vampire’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sage Advice Compendium
the necrotic damage, whether because of immunity or some other reason. Using 5-foot squares, does cloud of daggers affect a single square? Cloud of daggers (5 ft. cube) can affect more than one square
sort on a target (such as a vampire’s Charm or a dryad’s Fey Charm), and a paladin’s Aura of Devotion can prevent or suspend such an effect. Three of the most versatile spells for ending certain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
tongue was removed for questioning Lolth’s orders. Worshipers of Vhaeraun who believe this dogma sometimes ritually scar and silence themselves as signs of their devotion, and then serve as voiceless
surface on raids to retreat if they can see the moon — practical advice, it would seem. But an equally important reason is that Eilistraee is known to work her wiles under the light of the moon, so that