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Returning 35 results for 'before both doesn’t con recently'.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation Supplement
lets them discern what other creatures have been in the area recently. Geonids use this ability to track prey and to determine whether other creatures have trespassed in their territory. The
information gleaned is imprecise and doesn’t include the specific identities of such creatures or the precise times when they passed nearby. Geonid
Small elemental, neutral
Armor Class 17 (natural)
Hit
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Daask … is led by monsters from Droaam. … is based in the Cogs but has been recently expanding into the lower wards. … specializes in violent crime and extortion. … is aggressively targeting the
Boromar Clan. Formed by monstrous immigrants from Droaam, Daask has been building its power for a decade and has recently begun an aggressive campaign of expansion. Humans, shifters, goblins, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
. Some of the verses have been lost for generations. Recently, an acolyte named Proclaimer Tungsten Ward learned from an old man about another acolyte who wrote down the verses of the Awakening Song to
preserve them. But the old man couldn’t remember the acolyte’s name and doesn’t know what became of the written verses.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
southern watch post at area 20. Wererats recently stole a stone key from the southern outpost. Shunn believes that the key unlocks something important (though he doesn’t know what that might be) and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Crawling Claw “Makes you wonder what can be done with all those other murderer parts, doesn’t it?”
—Evangeliza Lavain, necromancer
Crawling claws are the severed hands of murderers animated by
long passed on to another plane, the ritual fails. The ritual invoked to create a crawling claw works best with a hand recently severed from a murderer. To this end, ritualists and their servants
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
recently fought a number of lizardfolk and lost one of its teeth. Angered and hungry, it sulks in its lair, lost in primal dreams of rending and tearing. It is found in the deep marshes in Danger at
Dunwater. Thousand Teeth
Large monstrosity, neutral evil
Armor Class 12 (natural armor)
Hit Points 93 (11d10 + 33)
Speed 30 ft., swim 50 ft.
STR
19 (+4)
DEX
10 (+0)
CON
17
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
recently freed from imprisonment, but he hasn’t left the citadel yet—Vaeve doesn’t know why. Miska’s forces are varied spyder-fiends as well as flying demons that drip deadly blood. Vampire’s
battle to steal back a magic cloak—a family heirloom, Vaeve says—recently taken to Miska’s treasure vault somewhere in the stone citadel on the beach below. But Vaeve and Naxa became separated in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Boo’s Astral Menagerie
15 (+2)
CON
20 (+5)
INT
13 (+1)
WIS
14 (+2)
CHA
12 (+1)
Saving Throws Dex +6, Con +9, Wis +6, Cha +5
Skills Perception +10, Stealth +6
Damage Immunities
radiant
Condition Immunities blinded
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 20
Languages Draconic
Challenge 9 (5,000 XP) Proficiency Bonus +4
Flyby. The dragon doesn’t provoke
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
. Recently, Vinx got caught in a bind while pursuing a stolen family heirloom. When she gets loose, those goblins won’t know what hit them! Vinx Medium Humanoid (Dwarf), Chaotic Good
AC 13 Initiative +2
(12)
HP 11 (2d8 + 2)
Speed 30 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 11 +0 +0
Dex 14 +2 +2
Con 12 +1 +1
Ability Score Mod Save
Int 11 +0 +0
Wis 13 +1
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Boo’s Astral Menagerie
)
DEX
15 (+2)
CON
18 (+4)
INT
11 (+0)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
10 (+0)
Saving Throws Dex +4, Con +6, Wis +3, Cha +2
Skills Perception +5, Stealth +4
Damage
Immunities radiant
Condition Immunities blinded
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 15
Languages Draconic
Challenge 3 (700 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2
Flyby. The dragon doesn’t provoke
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
The Black Viper The Black Viper was a notorious burglar, pickpocket, mugger, and assassin who died a century ago, after a long and nefarious career. Esvele Rosznar, a brash young noble, has recently
flee. If that doesn’t work, she usually needs only to draw her dagger. Of course, some of the nobles she targets are made of sterner stuff, so Esvele has learned how to fight as well. She knows she’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
characters make themselves known to Mordenkainen’s simulacrum, he demands to know their reasons for visiting. The archmage doesn’t know the location of the Bleeding Citadel, nor does he care to find it
renown” who haunts the site of an obelisk. The yugoloths recently told Mordenkainen about this stranger and his guidance has an ulterior motive: if the characters end up slaying the mysterious mage, Mordenkainen has one less rival to contend with in Avernus.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
counterattack. A character who pokes around the tower and succeeds on a DC 15 Wisdom (Perception) check notes signs that other humanoid creatures were recently present in Araj, including discarded clothing
preparations for the archmage’s dark ritual. Grin Ousstyl doesn’t speak directly of that latter fate, saying only that Vizeran’s work can be hard on his assistants.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
, recently hatched ones might hunt one another, seeking dominance over their clutch and slaying rivals they can’t subjugate. Black Dragon Wyrmling Medium Dragon (Chromatic), Chaotic Evil
AC 17 Initiative
+4 (14)
HP 33 (6d8 + 6)
Speed 30 ft., Fly 60 ft., Swim 30 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 15 +2 +2
Dex 14 +2 +4
Con 13 +1 +1
Ability Score Mod Save
Int
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
presence and doesn’t ignore social obligations so much as get distracted easily. Larine is a member of the Intramural Water-Dancing Club, where she performs underwater balletic movements effortlessly
a ticket taker, a job she’s recently switched to as a result of struggling to give correct change while working at the box office.
Extracurriculars: Intramural Water-Dancing Club
Job: Strixhaven
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Rest. When you take a long rest, you must spend at least six hours in an inactive, motionless state, rather than sleeping. In this state, you appear inert, but it doesn’t render you unconscious, and
serve him.
3 I was created decades ago and, fearing that I’m growing obsolete, recently fled Mount Velus.
4 Purphoros regrets my creation and wants to reforge me into something better
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
Aberrant Events Beholders can alter reality when they dream. Recently, a beholder named Renekor entered Wisteria Vale by dreaming itself into the demiplane. Renekor sees Wisteria Vale as its own
, but it doesn’t rain. 5 An object near the characters suddenly loses its color and becomes gray and dull. 6 An object near the characters suddenly becomes saturated with bright colors. 7 An incongruous smell or sound manifests. 8 A smell or sound that should be present is noticeably absent.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
characters encounter in the Neverdeath Catacombs: Indrina’s Secret. A prisoner named Indrina knows that Lord Neverember doesn’t have a legitimate claim to his title. The characters can learn this secret in
area C20. Sarcelle’s Secret. A prisoner named Sarcelle recently received a disturbing vision. The characters can learn about Sarcelle’s recent vision in area C5. Umberto’s Secret. The characters can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
Cognoscenti rarely collect enough evidence to support their outlandish claims. Still, the organization occasionally stumbles upon something of true significance. Recently the group acquired a magical painting
is willing to trade information for his freedom. The Cognoscenti Esoterica distrusts the authorities and doesn’t wish to report the theft. Instead, the organization seeks skilled adventurers to recover the painting.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Toughs Tough Medium or Small Humanoid, Neutral
AC 12 Initiative +1 (11)
HP 32 (5d8 + 10)
Speed 30 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 15 +2 +2
Dex 12 +1 +1
Con 14 +2 +2
(XP 100; PB +2)
Traits
Pack Tactics. The tough has Advantage on an attack roll against a creature if at least one of the tough’s allies is within 5 feet of the creature and the ally doesn’t have
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Recluse Though most giants are social creatures, some live alone by choice or circumstance. They establish lairs in remote places, or they tend ancient ruins or enclaves that were more recently
was forced to move recently, and the beast got lost trying to find its new home. 4 A wandering giant comes to a city looking for people who are knowledgeable about the world and might possess maps of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
Owl Owl
Tiny beast, unaligned
Armor Class 11
Hit Points 1 (1d4 − 1)
Speed 5 ft., fly 60 ft.
STR
3(−4)
DEX
13(+1)
CON
8(−1)
INT
2(−4)
WIS
12(+1)
CHA
7(−2)
Skills Perception +3, Stealth +3
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 13
Languages —
Challenge 0 (10 XP)
Flyby. The owl doesn’t provoke opportunity attacks when it flies
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Owl Owl
Tiny beast, unaligned
Armor Class 11
Hit Points 1 (1d4 − 1)
Speed 5 ft., fly 60 ft.
STR
3 (−4)
DEX
13 (+1)
CON
8 (−1)
INT
2 (−4)
WIS
12 (+1
)
CHA
7 (−2)
Skills Perception +3, Stealth +3
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 13
Languages —
Challenge 0 (10 XP)
Flyby. The owl doesn’t provoke opportunity attacks
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Locathah Rising
Giant Shark Giant Shark
Huge beast, unaligned
Armor Class 13 (natural armor)
Hit Points 126 (11d12 + 55)
Speed 0 ft., swim 50 ft.
STR
23(+6)
DEX
11(+0)
CON
21(+5
advantage on melee attack rolls against any creature that doesn’t have all its hit points.
Water Breathing. The shark can breathe only underwater.
Actions
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +9 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 22 (3d10 + 6) piercing damage.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
throughout Oztocan. Leandro is fond of Tavio, the mayor, and doesn’t want him to suffer blame for Oztocan’s troubles or Aminta’s criminal pursuits, so he keeps these facts to himself. Leandro recently
the earthquakes began.” Tavio. “I recently spoke to the Tavio Solana, the mayor. He grew uncomfortable when I mentioned Rilago. It was Tavio’s father, the previous mayor, who refused to allow the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
(natural armor)
Hit Points 195 (17d12 + 85)
Speed 40 ft.
STR
24 (+7)
DEX
10 (+0)
CON
20 (+5)
INT
7 (−2)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
13 (+1)
Saving Throws Con +10
that rely on smell.
Regeneration. The typhon regains 20 hit points at the start of its turn. If it takes radiant damage, this trait doesn’t function at the start of its next turn. The typhon dies
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
, almost ghostly, appearance of its flesh, which provides a grotesque window into the virulent refuse the otyugh recently consumed. Otyugh Mutate Large Aberration, Typically Neutral
Armor Class 16
(natural armor)
Hit Points 76 (8d10 + 32)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
19 (+4)
DEX
11 (+0)
CON
18 (+4)
INT
10 (+0)
WIS
15 (+2)
CHA
6 (−2)
Saving Throws Str +7, Con +7
Damage
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
him as honest, optimistic, and extraordinarily lucky. Until recently, he was a member of Force Grey and reported directly to the Blackstaff. In recent months, Meloon has spent much of his time at the
Medium humanoid (human), neutral evil
Armor Class 18 (plate)
Hit Points 143 (22d8 + 44)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
20(+5)
DEX
15(+2)
CON
14(+2)
INT
10(+0)
WIS
14(+2
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
trouble until she can figure out what to do next. However, several mezzoloths recently launched an unsuccessful raid on the Mire of Doubt against Nellik’s orders. They hope she doesn’t find out they had to
hulk they recently freed from magical stasis. The mezzoloths are darkening the sand-colored umber hulk’s hide with charcoal so it more closely resembles their mottled black color. Against Nellik’s wishes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
)
CON
16 (+3)
INT
14 (+2)
WIS
13 (+1)
CHA
17 (+3)
Saving Throws Dex +5, Con +6, Int +5, Wis +4
Skills Perception +7
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive
Perception 17
Languages Sahuagin
Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
Blood Frenzy. The sahuagin has advantage on melee attack rolls against any creature that doesn’t have all its hit points.
Limited Amphibiousness
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal
and his companions will do everything in their power to ensure that anyone who happens upon their sanctum doesn’t live to tell of it. Champion Medium humanoid (any race), any alignment
Armor Class 18
(plate)
Hit Points 143 (22d8 + 44)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
20 (+5)
DEX
15 (+2)
CON
14 (+2)
INT
10 (+0)
WIS
14 (+2)
CHA
12 (+1)
Saving Throws Str +9, Con +6
Skills
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Boo’s Astral Menagerie
plate)
Hit Points 143 (26d8 + 26)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
12 (+1)
DEX
15 (+2)
CON
13 (+1)
INT
18 (+4)
WIS
18 (+4)
CHA
18 (+4)
Saving Throws Dex +5
, Con +4, Wis +7, Cha +7
Skills Deception +7, History +7, Intimidation +7, Survival +7
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 14
Languages Celestial, Common, Elvish
Challenge 7 (2,900 XP
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
is now an olvidado—a deceased person who remained behind after the Night of the Remembered. Rufina doesn’t know how or why they don’t pass on to the afterlife. Although beings like Rufina are uncommon
in the region, they’re not unheard of, and the skeleton is a well-liked member of the community. Rufina is neutral good and uses the commoner stat block, but is Undead and doesn’t require air, food
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
meeting place for high-ranking cultists, among them a Wearer of Purple known as Talis the White. Talis feels strongly that she belongs in Severin’s “inner circle,” but Severin doesn’t trust her and
recently appointed a dwarf named Varram as his wyrmspeaker in charge of recovering the White Dragon Mask. The adventurers meet Talis and her servants, and they could end up fighting Talis and her crew in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Astarion's Book of Hungers
, roll on or choose from the Rat’s Run Plots table to inspire your games. Rat’s Run Plots 1d4 Astarion … 1 Realizes several regular Rat’s Run customers have disappeared recently. The culprit is
plan and has turned the vampire hunters on Astarion. 4 Has lured too many customers to their death, and the manager of Rat’s Run has placed a bounty on Astarion. Astarion visits the tavern with the characters and doesn’t know the regulars plan to kill him.