before both dominated clever rumors

Fog Giant

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

intimidation to get their way. A fog giant seeks out news and rumors of treasures that appeal to its sense of refinement, then tracks down and treats owners of those treasures to a show of force. Kicking

roof of a merchant’s home, seizing what they seek, and stalking away before the town watch can rally. Intricate Networks. Clever, ambitious, and greedy, many fog giants build up whole networks of

Kenku Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

. Every kenku is born with a desire to take to the air, and those who learn spellcasting do so in hope of mastering spells that will allow them to fly. Rumors of magic items such as flying carpets, brooms

a talent for learning and memorizing details. Thus, ambitious kenku can excel as superb spies and scouts. A kenku who learns of clever schemes and plans devised by other creatures can put them to use

Kobold Legacy

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

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

Cities and Sites

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

. Daelkyr ruins linger in these areas, remnants of the ancient war against the goblins and orcs that once dominated Khorvaire. Dragonshard Fields The Shadow Marches hold deposits of Eberron dragonshards

green dragon Vvaraak is said to have taught the secrets of druidic magic to the first Gatekeepers thousands of years ago. Though Vvaraak is long dead, rumors say that her hidden lair holds secrets tied

Introduction

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal

Portal dims to a deep crimson, adventurers from across the Sword Coast—and even some visiting from other D&D worlds—spin tales and rumors of lost treasures. A wanderer from the distant Shou Empire

dared adventurers to enter his lair and recover them. A one-eyed dwarf spins tales of a castle that fell into the earth, and whose ruins stand above a subterranean grove dominated by a tree that spawns

The Khoravar

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

communities have weekly unity dinners where local news and events are shared; if you’re playing a half-elf, a unity dinner is a good opportunity for you to hear about local events and rumors. Of course

. House Medani holds the Mark of Detection, and offers services related to investigation, threat assessment, and security. House Lyrandar carries the Mark of Storms. Lyrandar has long dominated the

14. Diggermattock Hall

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

tables covered in maps and other papers, talking in hushed, serious tones. The back of the room is dominated by a dais carved from the rock of the cavern, atop which rest two stone desks facing each

svirfneblin (see “Changing Svirfneblin Attitudes”). “Operation: Ooze There?” The Diggermattocks relay rumors that some monster or magic in the northwestern part of the settlement might be responsible

Kruphix's Champions

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

the agents sent to stop you. 5 Investigate rumors of an unearthed divine relic and decide whether it’s safe to be in the mortal realm. 6 End a conflict between the followers of two other

. Myth of the Temple at the World’s Edge Legends say that Kruphix’s holiest temple of mystery stands at the edge of the world. Dominated by Kruphix’s Tree, the temple overhangs Nyx itself, jutting

City Government

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

Landing. Whispered rumors suggest that the changeling has ties to the mysterious Tyrants. Some insist that Kilk is actually an identity shared by a group of changelings. 9 Hruitt (owl) is a giant owl

who can assume human form. A former aerial racer, he’s a clever negotiator who fights for the good of the Bazaar and Middle Dura, often opposing the Boromar Clan and its allies. 10 Ilyra Boromar

Searching for Dran Enterprises

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

relief as desired. Having been thrown out of countless taverns, Noriel knows the general rumors talking of how Dran Enterprises has a secret headquarters somewhere in Luskan. He also knows the even more

widespread rumors of how Dran Enterprises punishes anyone who talks about the organization’s business. However, he has heard and shares that many Dran Enterprises employees wander the northern part of

Giant, Fog

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

intimidation to get their way. A fog giant seeks out news and rumors of treasures that appeal to its sense of refinement, then tracks down and treats owners of those treasures to a show of force. Kicking

they seek, and stalking away before the town watch can rally. Intricate Networks. Clever, ambitious, and greedy, many fog giants build up whole networks of bandits, raiders, spies, and criminals. In some

Adventure Synopsis

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

Adventure Synopsis The adventure begins when the characters arrive in the town of Red Larch, a small settlement on the western side of the Dessarin Valley. Strange rumors and ominous signs have the

the remaining cult leaders make their stands, and here the characters face the overwhelming power of the Princes of Elemental Evil. Victory might seem doubtful against such opponents, but clever and

Key Descriptions

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

obtained from a member of Bregan D’aerthe or some other dark elf. If the characters have encountered no drow, they might hear rumors that Xanathar employs a drow advisor. Shapechanger Any living creature

vault lies deep underground, natural sunlight is difficult to come by. Clever characters can buy twenty steel mirrors (5 gp each) and arrange them in places (and at the proper angles) so that

Ribcage

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

Avernus, the war-torn first layer of the Nine Hells. Clever Fiends and mages can change the gate’s destination, warping the pillar into an icy mirror that leads to the glacial layer of Cania or a noxious

. The heat from the glowing lava fall behind the bar keeps drink orders coming. Loose-lipped nobles regularly spill secrets and rumors to Sparax, who always keeps one antenna to the ground. Citadel of

Mr. Dory's Warehouse

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

rumors of Dory’s terrible skin condition are partly true. Several of the Tharizdun cultists were turned to skum to better serve Sgothgah, but Dory was too clever and important to be reduced to a simple

trailing a target through the Styes. Now completely dominated and transformed by the aboleth, Harid must soak his slimy, transparent skin in water every ten minutes to avoid excruciating pain. Harid is

Locations M - P

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

the majority of the city’s surface dwellers. Another city lies just below the surface, and that place is dominated by dwarves. Underground, Mirabar is a city of lit residential caverns, superheated

, spurring dark rumors that the five Hunt Lords who ruled Noanar’s Hold were arranging wanton slaughters to amuse their guests and even allowing their guests to hunt one another. The place was shunned, and

Roleplaying a Giant

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

cloud giants believe the information might yet be buried in some long-forgotten, ruined library. Rumors of its existence crop up from time to time, stirring debate and dreams of resurgent glory among

, the cleverest of Annam’s offspring. But Memnor isn’t only clever, he’s sly and deceitful. Tales of his exploits emphasize his charisma, his smooth manner, and his ability to manipulate and mislead

N2. Blue Water Inn

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

in the taproom (area N2c). At dusk, he leaves the inn to tend to his horse and his wagon again, then returns to his room to retire for the night. Rictavio is too clever to leave anything valuable or

canopy. Across from the bed hangs a tapestry depicting a beautiful mountain valley. The other walls are dominated by a fireplace and a wardrobe. Urwin and Danika retire to this room every night before

Getting Around

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

wealthy quality. Seventh Tower is especially noteworthy for Little Xen’drik, a collection of galleries whose owners buy and sell goods from Xen’drik. Upper Menthis University This district is dominated

Karrnathi travelers passing through Sharn. Rumors say there’s a temple devoted to the Blood of Vol in Graywall, but if that’s the case, it’s kept hidden. Middle Tavick’s Landing Tavick’s Market This

Cove Reef

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

discover the source of the problem and end it. Clever Ruse. Talnad and Valas stay near the top of the gorge (area C7), looking for creatures that have equipment they can steal. Allero, a giant

been caused, but rumors about these incidents have spread wildly and the local fishing crews are spooked. Keledek the Unspoken (see location 6 in chapter 1) promises the characters a cap of water

Lower City Gazetteer

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

always looking to hire daring “investigative reporters” willing to investigate rumors of strange happenings or procure proof of corruption by the city’s elite. Even just reading the broadsheet can

central bailey, the organization’s vast armory holds every weapon a mercenary company could need, along with trophies from campaigns abroad, a priceless library of war-related texts, and more. Rumors

Lower City Gazetteer

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

always looking to hire daring “investigative reporters” willing to investigate rumors of strange happenings or procure proof of corruption by the city’s elite. Even just reading the broadsheet can

priceless library of war-related texts, and more. Rumors also speak of the Fist’s treasury, kept in a lead-lined vault somewhere beneath the Officers’ Tower and surrounded by yards of solid stone, the

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