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Halfling
Legacy
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Species
Basic Rules (2014)
Regis the halfling, the only one of his kind for hundreds of miles in any direction, locked his fingers behind his head and leaned back against the mossy blanket of the tree trunk. Regis was short
colors.
Halfling practicality extends beyond their clothing. They’re concerned with basic needs and simple pleasures and have little use for ostentation. Even the wealthiest of halflings keep their
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
traveled in Waterdeep’s baroque and sometimes cutthroat conglomeration of guilds, nobles, adventurers, and secret societies. You might have been one of the behind-the-scenes law-keepers or
(which could pertain to certain individuals in the group, such as your sponsor or mentor). Your ideal might be concerned with the prevailing philosophy of your court or organization.
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Druid
Legacy
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Basic Rules (2014)
elements. Thus, druids oppose cults of Elemental Evil and others who promote one element to the exclusion of others.
Druids are also concerned with the delicate ecological balance that sustains plant
includes the worship of Nature as a primal force beyond personification, but also encompasses the worship of Beory, the Oerth Mother, as well as devotees of Obad-Hai, Ehlonna, and Ulaa.
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Paladin
Legacy
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shines from her hands, the man’s wounds knit closed, and his eyes open wide with amazement.
A dwarf crouches behind an outcrop, his black cloak making him nearly invisible in the night, and watches
your quests? Perhaps you stumbled into a sacred grove or a hidden elven enclave and found yourself called to protect all such refuges of goodness and beauty. Or you might have known from your
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lorwyn: First Light
near the kithkin clachan of Burrenton, Spinerock Knoll is home to devotees who worship a cruel Ancient Red Dragon called Knollspine. Though Knollspine hasn’t been seen in years, these devotees
believe they might one day be reborn as dragons. The devotees seek draconic relics and spread their zealotry to visitors. Toetap Mire Toetap Mire is a vast wetland with a reputation for subsuming the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
political dynamics in each region or realm, and use what they uncover to help the weak, the poor, and the oppressed from behind the scenes. Harpers act openly only as a last resort. Artus Cimber, a
former member of the Harpers, is hiding out in Chult. He possesses an artifact called the Ring of Winter, and other Harpers are concerned lest the ring fall into evil hands. To prevent that, a handful of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
, except for a few isolated outposts where Chultans and their allies take refuge behind walls. Map 2.1 shows where the undead are thickest. Characters passing through territories marked with black skull-and
well. Where undead are concerned, traveling by river is safer than traveling by land, both because undead are poor swimmers at best and because it’s easier to pour on speed in canoes and escape across the water than to flee through tangled jungle.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Fiery Fangs The fire cult is less concerned with maintaining appearances than the other elemental cults. When Vanifer or her lieutenants receive word that a band of adventurers is trying to ferret
the characters are at the time, whether traveling between sites or ostensibly safe at an inn. If the characters encounter the hell hounds in the wilderness, the hounds appear a short distance behind
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lorwyn: First Light
Adventurers might visit Lys Alana for one of the following reasons. Artistry. Committed to leaving the past behind, Perfect Gecoran seeks new decorations for the village through trade rather than theft. The
the statistics of Wyvern Poison (see the Dungeon Master’s Guide). He is concerned that someone within his inner circle wants to use the poison to sow chaos.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
have had a chance to get to know one another, read: Light rain begins to patter on the cobblestones as the sun sets behind the spires and towers of the city. You see a male vedalken in well-tailored
clothes approach your group from around the side of the prison. His deep blue face bears a gentle but concerned expression. He raises his hand to hail you and speaks in a low tone as his eyes take in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
behind. It’s sure to be dangerous, but the rewards defy imagination.”
The agent, Bannik Vorl (lawful neutral, human spy), can offer the following details: Bannik’s Employer. Bannik avoids naming
appendix A). The margrave is most concerned with ensuring his rivals don’t get the treasure, but the lantern is of special interest. Iggwilv’s Verse The scroll provided by Bannik contains a map of the Yatil
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
concerned with basic needs and simple pleasures and have little use for ostentation. Even the wealthiest of halflings keep their treasures locked in a cellar rather than on display for all to see. They have
faces, their music, their grace and all. It’s like they stepped out of a wonderful dream. But there’s no telling what’s going on behind their smiling faces — surely more than they ever let on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
are justly concerned, and some have important roles to play in events yet to unfold. The Harpers The Harpers are spellcasters and spies who covertly oppose the abuse of power, magical or otherwise
for each giant head brought to their gates. Rumors that the Lords’ Alliance was behind King Hekaton’s disappearance have not yet reached the alliance leaders. Were the alliance to learn of these rumors
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
situation? Are they mainly working to gather secrets, and to use those secrets to manipulate others? Or are they most concerned with helping other changelings, who are often with the objects of fear
. Tyrants Assignments d6 Assignment 1 Kill an important figure without leaving evidence behind so a member of the Tyrants can replace the target. 2 Steal a formal badge of office or uniform for a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
characters might encounter Star in chapter 3 (see “Little Oak”). Troubling Times Dirlagraun is concerned that Mister Witch and Mister Light are on edge. If the characters are willing to investigate
, Dirlagraun advises against confronting the carnival owners directly. Instead, the displacer beast suggests that the characters sneak into the Staff Area behind the Big Top and spy on them.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
the proto-empire behind them all. The Hidden Rune maintains a vast archive in a secret location on the Elemental Plane of Earth. Miners work constantly to excavate new halls to store the troves of
believe they have any active role to play in building the future of giantkind. They are concerned only with preserving the past so that giants of the future—however that grand future might come into being
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
contain the bones of Papazotl’s most zealous devotees who, even in death, might seek to protect him. Glass Cauldrons Disturbing the chariot, the sarcophagus, or the treasure lying atop it causes twelve
bronze statue. The hunter can’t see any creature behind the front-facing side of the shield. When it hurls a spear at a creature, the hunter makes a ranged spell attack (+10 to hit) and deals 18 (4d8
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
demon lord’s symbol on its chest over the heart. Orcus’s power flays body, mind, and soul, leaving behind a sentient husk that sucks in all life energy near it. Most bodaks come into being in this way
, then unleashed to spread death in Orcus’s name. Orcus created the first bodaks in the Abyss from seven devotees, called the Hierophants of Annihilation. These figures, as mighty as balors, have free
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
mortal, although such offspring are rare. When a genie perishes, it leaves nothing behind except what it was wearing or carrying, along with a small trace of its native element: a pile of dust, a gust of
consequences. The Power of Worship. Genies acknowledge the gods as powerful entities but have no desire to court or worship them. They find the endless fawning and mewling of religious devotees tiresome — except
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
about these travelers are, and the stories behind them, as you see fit. Mysterious Passengers d100 Passenger 01–02 A human merchant of obvious means seems to be deliberately drawing attention, loudly
interactions of the clientele, paying close attention to any dragonmarked characters. 55–56 A House Cannith tinker examines the structure of the vehicle closely, looking concerned and asking
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
adventurers are fighting to send the demon lords back to the Abyss, or that Menzoberranzan might suffer under another demon lord assault. She’s concerned only about House Baenre. By the matron
adventurers were behind the ritual that brought the demon lords to the Underdark if they are caught with the grimoire in their possession. She grants permission for the characters to enter Sorcere and instructs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
embellisher of facts. For all his faults, though, Volo is a soft-hearted sort who cares for nothing as much as his friends. At present, he is grievously concerned for the well-being of one of them. He
Renaer, knocked Floon unconscious, and dragged him away while Renaer hid and escaped their notice. Floon was taken to a Xanathar Guild hideout in the sewers. A small gang of kenku was left behind at the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
not peer any deeper, but he urges the characters to seek out this city and the obelisk. 8. Temple of Gond The boxy stone temple of Gond looms behind the royal docks. It’s popular among Port Nyanzaru’s
surrounded by a crowd of coddling devotees. 10. Jewel Market The jewel market is intentionally styled as a miniature, more exclusive version of the Grand Souk. Its chief business is buying and selling
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
example of a tight pantheon. Odin is the pantheon’s leader and father figure. Deities such as Thor, Tyr, and Freya embody important aspects of Norse culture. Meanwhile, Loki and his devotees lurk in the
initiation, in which the initiate is mystically identified with a god, or a handful of related gods. Mystery cults are intensely personal, concerned with the initiate’s relationship with the divine
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
, revealing another room once hidden behind a secret door.
The small room is strewn with shattered pottery, a broken chest of empty drawers, and a moldering pile of clothes. A successful DC 12
east walls. The north statue depicts an elf man reclining on a bench. The south statue depicts an elf woman doing the same—but the statue has been pushed aside, revealing an open doorway behind it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
the door.
Illithids. Two mind flayers are present. One stands behind the grimlock, feasting on its brain while telepathically communicating the experience to the second mind flayer, which looks on
lawful evil creature, it tries to uphold its end of any agreement while twisting a badly worded deal to its advantage. Primarily, Extremiton is concerned with its own safety and the elimination of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
bunch of harengons leapt out from behind the reeds and shrubbery. They took Jingle Jangle’s truffles, threw Jingle Jangle down in the mud, and whacked Jingle Jangle with their wooden clubs.”
Jingle
Jangle Jingle Jangle knows that Telemy Hill is well defended, so she’s not concerned about her own well-being at the moment. However, she happily accepts any or all of the following as payment for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
cistern (area C22). C8. Speaker’s Den This well-appointed sitting room is where Crannoc Siever used to meet with visitors, whether distinguished guests or concerned townsfolk. Comfortable furnishings
. For all his political machinations, Kadroth is a visionary who has so far made the cult stronger through his actions and decisions. He spends hours behind his desk, staring into the burning fireplace
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
gate. Another one is to the east, behind a set of doors and a secret door, in the passage that leads to the Halls of Conditioning. 75. Dragon Turtle Prison If the dragon turtle occupies this area
each of the two pin locks with a separate successful DC 20 Dexterity check. White Gate. Behind the doors to the south is a white gate that connects with the Warrior Pools. 76. Naga’s Den If the spirit
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
alcoves for treasure. Nervous Obo’laka is concerned that the bones in the northern alcoves might rise up and attack. Shrewd Papazotl suspects that the atropal might be vulnerable to radiant damage and that
, but his possessions are left behind for the characters to pilfer. The sphere of annihilation remains stationary until someone takes control of it using the talisman. Because it’s not a creature, the sphere is not teleported if it enters the mist gate (see “Mist Gate” above).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
-given omens and demonic insight to guide the gnolls toward weak prey ripe for slaughter. Unlike other humanoid leaders that might skulk behind their minions, a flind leads the charge in battle. Its flail
hunter on the prowl finds prey and isn’t concerned about remaining stealthy, it sounds a horn crafted from bone that produces a keening wail similar to a banshee’s yell. Gnoll Hunter
Medium humanoid
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
a former occupant. The back of this coffin hides a panel with a latch that causes the wall behind it to swing aside. A character who searches the coffin or wall and succeeds on a DC 18 Intelligence
the Waterclock Guild left behind. The marid believes the thousands of parts are all here and reassembly shouldn’t take more than another few years. The length of time doesn’t bother Shanzezim, since
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
hidden chamber are lined with frescoes of grim githyanki warriors. A silvery sky studded with stars swirls above them. At the north end of the room, a low wall encircles a well. The floor behind it is
a Cyclops Sentry in the center of the room, with the illithid hovering in the air above and behind the cyclops. Characters who aren’t wearing circlets can’t affect or perceive these creatures
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
or lakes, where devotees use water-breathing magic to immerse themselves in the element they worship. Crushing Wave cultists embrace a philosophy of elusiveness, patience, and opportunism. They are
mount’s senses. The knights prefer to fight from or in the water, since they don’t like to leave their mounts behind, but they can be fierce opponents on foot at need. Unlike most other knights, Dark
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
stone, set with a crude gate made of thick lumber and festooned with metal blades. Gaps in the gate allow you to see an unusually tall figure in hide armor standing ten feet behind it and clutching a
. Behind it, a five-foot-diameter chute with carved footholds ascends to another cavern.
The chute leads to area S9. If goliaths are in that area, characters can hear loud cheers coming from there






