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Quests from the Infinite Staircase
":"damage", "rollAction":"Fortified Pickaxe", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage. If the target is a Construct or an object, the attack is automatically a critical hit.
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buildings, objects, and raw materials, making them phenomenal excavators—and, if the occasion calls for it, sappers and saboteurs. Pechs enjoy sculpting and carving vast networks of tunnels and warrens
Charlatan
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Backgrounds
Player’s Handbook (2014)
Characteristics
Charlatans are colorful characters who conceal their true selves behind the masks they construct. They reflect what people want to see, what they want to believe, and how they see the
a born gambler who can’t resist taking a risk for a potential payoff.
5
I lie about almost everything, even when there’s no good reason to.
6
Sarcasm and insults are my
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
.
Suggested Characteristics
Charlatans are colorful characters who conceal their true selves behind the masks they construct. They reflect what people want to see, what they want to believe
want.
4
I’m a born gambler who can’t resist taking a risk for a potential payoff.
5
I lie about almost everything, even when there’s no good reason to.
6
Sarcasm and
Kenku
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
structures that would collapse beneath a human or an orc.
Some thieves’ guilds use kenku as lookouts and messengers. The kenku dwell in the tallest buildings and towers the guild controls
. The kenku lack the talent to improvise or alter a plan, but a wise Master sets multiple plans in motion at once, confident that underlings can follow orders to the letter.
For this reason, many
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
knucklehead trout, while most of the others spend their days in the forest felling and hewing the trees that are used to construct boats and buildings. Lonelywood’s timber is taken by cart to be sold in other
Lonelywood Founded by a Sembian family from Urmlaspyr, Lonelywood is a quiet town of loggers, fishers, and scrimshanders scratching out a living on the edge of the world. The town’s oldest buildings
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Cerulean Citadel The Cerulean Citadel is the palace of the royal family. The jewel in Jadurai’s crown, it derives its name from the sky-blue sandstone used to construct its outer walls. The octagonal
, ponds, and gardens. Bas-reliefs adorn the buildings, depicting the history, heroes, and legends of the kingdom, some of which remain mysteries to the wisest scholars. The central domed court houses the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
opposite to the thessalhydra’s zone, and for good reason. The human heart that sits within the construct is magically connected to the thessalhydra, tapping into the power of the Infernal Machine components
thessalhydra and another creation of Moghadam’s known as the thessalheart construct. Thessalhydra When the characters first enter the temple, roll a d4. On a 1–2, the temple’s guardian thessalhydra is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
prosperous and increasingly crowded, so buildings have been torn down and taller ones built — four stories high in some instances. A Waterbaron who rules for life leads Yartar. The current Waterbaron is
). Reason to Visit. The “Dark Dealings in Yartar” side trek (chapter 6) brings the characters here. More broadly, characters affiliated with the Lords’ Alliance can readily receive support in Yartar, and Harpers and Zhentarim can get aid, too, if they’re discreet and know how to contact an agent in town.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Grasslands of Oreskos Unspoiled by roads or buildings, Oreskos is a land of striking natural beauty, where the plains and sky appear to go on forever. Craggy stone formations and ancient ruins dot
prides guard their lands implacably, and without a good reason to be there—or a leonin guide to vouch for one’s presence—outsiders are often chased away. Tethmos Tethmos serves as the default capital for
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
, or otherwise take active measures to improve its defensive position. Constructed Nature. A helmed horror doesn’t require air, food, drink, or sleep. Helmed Horror
Medium construct, neutral
Armor
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Bargewright Inn Once a hilltop wayside inn, this site has become a walled community of ramshackle, often-rebuilt wooden towers and buildings now entirely cloaking a hill that overlooks the village of
, poisons, and certain magic. Reason to Visit. Thaelond is the local leader among the Zhentarim and a key contact for characters with a connection to that faction. It’s also where two side treks, “The Long Road” and “New Management,” start (see chapter 6).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Pech Pechs are slight, bipedal diggers from the Elemental Plane of Earth. They have a knack for finding weak points in buildings, objects, and raw materials, making them phenomenal excavators—and, if
throw or have the prone condition.
Fortified Pickaxe. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) force damage. If the target is a Construct or an object, the attack is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
reason, most demons shun nabassus and force them to live on the fringes of the Abyss. There, nabassus pick off weaker demons or, if the situation warrants, gather in packs to take down larger prey. Some
hour, provided that creature is neither a construct nor an undead. The devouring requires the nabassu to be within 5 feet of the corpse for at least 10 minutes, after which it gains a number of Hit
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Descent into the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth
Pech Pechs are slight, bipedal diggers from the Elemental Plane of Earth. They have a knack for finding weak points in buildings, objects, and raw materials, making them phenomenal excavators—and, if
condition.
Fortified Pickaxe. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d6 + 4) force damage. If the target is a Construct or an object, the attack is automatically a critical hit
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Lord of Blades Campaign Themes The Voice of
THRANE
Do They Know the War Is Over?
Against all logic and reason, people in Breland continue to argue that the warforged — creations of House
construct eldritch machines and other weapons. What would happen if the Lord of Blades were to discover the power that caused the Mourning and unleashed that power across Khorvaire?
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
kobold minion (or some other poor fool) to ensure her own survival. Vellynne’s most potent spells are useless against the dragon construct, so she relies on her wand of magic missiles, using its
buried under the Reghed Glacier (see “Vellynne’s Quest” at the end of the chapter). If you’re unable to save Vellynne for whatever reason, have the characters discover a journal in her belongings that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
Village The grippli village is set near the sea in a brackish marsh. Rising from the muck are circular, domed mud-brick buildings that the grippli use for homes and storage facilities. The carapaces
reason other than cruelty. All six yuan-ti are languishing on the ground between the pools and don’t react until at least one of them becomes aware of the characters. If one of the malisons remains
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Setessa never construct a building that isn’t absolutely necessary, and their homes and buildings are seamlessly integrated into the environment, with magic coaxing vegetation to weave together into
branches. Inside these natural walls, patches of thick forest alternate with open spaces where the Setessans build their homes and civic buildings amid the trees. Out of deference to Nylea, the residents of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Flesh Golem A flesh golem is a grisly assortment of humanoid body parts stitched and bolted together into a muscled brute imbued with formidable strength. Its brain is capable of simple reason
construct, neutral
Armor Class 9
Hit Points 93 (11d8 + 44)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
19 (+4)
DEX
9 (−1)
CON
18 (+4)
INT
6 (−2)
WIS
10 (+0)
CHA
5 (−3
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
learned to the constables there. Shortly thereafter, the characters receive a visit from Barnibus Blastwind and Saeth Cromley (see appendix B), who have no reason to suspect the characters are lying
. He’s still at large. The Watch plans to step up its search for him. Of the nimblewright, there was no sign. According to the Gralhunds, the construct was delivered to Gralhund Villa weeks earlier. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
. Yet should such approach Evereska, its guardians mounted on giant eagles would ensure no ill befell the vale. Unlike cramped and crowded human cities, Evereska is composed of clusters of buildings
the city as the buildings are, their presence essential to our way of life. With the recent tragedy of Myth Drannor’s second fall, Evereska has seen the largest influx of new citizens in many centuries
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
long distances. But that’s what fills Sechepol’s wagon. He will make his money on the road, selling his stock to his fellow travelers in the caravan. He is diplomatic and has a gift for defusing
wonderful traveling companion. Green Imsa (Female Human Traveler). The reason behind Imsa’s name is obvious: she is green from head to foot. Her skin, hair, eyes, nails, teeth — everything about her is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
distances. But that’s what fills Sechepol’s wagon. He will make his money on the road, selling his stock to his fellow travelers in the caravan. He is diplomatic and has a gift for defusing arguments
wonderful traveling companion. Green Imsa (Female Human Traveler). The reason behind Imsa’s name is obvious: she is green from head to foot. Her skin, hair, eyes, nails, teeth—everything about her is green
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
and desires of your players. Edermath Orchard The apple trees of Edermath Orchard surround a small group of buildings on the edge of town. The smell of fruit is strong around the orchard year round
of Maza are those who question the nature of Alger’s death — including a few malcontents who whisper that perhaps the young smith had a compelling reason to kill her master. Whether these rumors hold
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
Smoldertown (Areas L7–L9) When the characters first enter this district, describe it as follows: The acrid stench of hot metal hangs over this district. Buildings here have no decoration, and nearly
This windowless, two-story structure has a single door tucked near a corner on the ground floor. Standing in front of the door is an eight-foot-tall, bipedal construct made of chipped stone, rusty metal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Getting About Perambulating is the superior manner of experiencing the city and all its splendors. But if you’ve come with your own conveyance, the weather is inclement, or some other reason drives
identification varies by ward and neighborhood (including brass plates, carvings in stone, and stencil-painted wooden signs), but street names are typically displayed on the corners of buildings at intersections
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
days since, from the attacks of terrible creatures, a lack of food and water, and the collapse of many of the city’s buildings. Harkina and the boys have been hiding in the basement of a tavern that
how long that process will take.) The only reason the city is not already under the control of devilish forces is the demon attacks. Stemming that abyssal tide is taking all the devils’ resources. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
lavishly decorated, with many halls used by government officials, guildmasters, and nobles for meetings and court proceedings. If you have reason to be invited (not compelled, I should hope!) to meet with
long ago. Many other buildings in the ward are given over to city business, including several courts for magisters and the barracks of the City Guard. So many of the ward’s structures are offices and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
stone. Within the castle, surrounding the bailey, are small buildings of wood and plaster that hold animals and are used for smithwork, candlemaking, laundry, wood repairs (including wagons and the
of their defenses. For the same reason, only the Stoneshaft elders know and plan all the details of those defenses, so any single dwarf doesn’t know everything and can’t reveal it. Stoneshafts like
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
shares with her four perfect daughters. Day or night, the streets are filled with people ever toiling to perfect the buildings, reshape the gardens, and undo the work of the previous days and weeks in
? Did you discover a secret way out of the city? Did a family member make a bargain with Tsien Chiang that gave you a chance at a better life? Did Tsien Chiang send you forth for a reason?
Whom did
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
tenements, cobblestone plazas, and broken ruins where once-majestic buildings have crumbled to rubble. She imagines the teeming masses below her: humans, elves, vedalken, minotaurs, goblins, loxodons
, and other peoples, as some of them rise to greet the morning and others retire after a hard night of work or play. They are the reason she is here: sworn to protect them, she leads a flight of roc
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
cove. This time is halved if a character is proficient with water vehicles or is a ranger whose favored terrain is the coast. A few rotten wooden buildings abandoned by smugglers line this cove
his patience. Dalamar participated in the ill-fated defense of Silvanesti against the Dragon Armies. His desperate actions were part of the reason he and the other mages were sent to the Northern
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
, artificers, magewrights, and elite troops. For this reason, these constructs are largely hollow on the inside, with tunnels, ladders, storage areas, and observation decks. A colossus might be filled with
colossus might serve as an adventure location. Warforged Colossus
Gargantuan construct, unaligned
Armor Class 23 (natural armor)
Hit Points 410 (20d20 + 200)
Speed 60 ft.
STR
30 (+10
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
kind of document or the handwriting you are trying to copy. Suggested Characteristics Charlatans are colorful characters who conceal their true selves behind the masks they construct. They reflect what
for getting what I want. 4 I’m a born gambler who can’t resist taking a risk for a potential payoff. 5 I lie about almost everything, even when there’s no good reason to. 6 Sarcasm and insults are my
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
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
they’re in or what a ward’s name signifies. The names of the wards suggest the contents of the buildings and the character of the activity in each one, but no laws exist that restrict a given activity or






