behind both down care related

Demonomicon of Iggwilv

Magic Items Dungeon Master’s Guide

general chapters remain, ever revealing demonic secrets. Caged behind lines of script roils a secret piece of the Abyss itself, which keeps the book up-to-date, no matter how many pages are removed, and

) check related to the Abyss. When you do so, you gain Advantage on the check. Containment. The first ten pages of the Demonomicon are blank. As a Magic action while holding the book, you can target a

Manshoon

Monsters Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn

;ve outlived their usefulness. Manshoon doesn’t care who suffers so long he’s able to crush his many enemies and force his subjects into paranoid and eager obedience. History The

clandestine coup. It’s widely believed he’s turned his attentions elsewhere, but another Manshoon clone lurks in that city, manipulating the Zhentarim behind the scenes to amass

Ghostblade Eidolon

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

identity in order to escape the Underworld as a Returned, its identity manifests as a spirit-like eidolon. While eidolons possess many of the skills and details related to their past lives, they're

disconnected from those experiences, choosing to wander the world or brood in haunts they're drawn to in death. They care nothing for morbid reunions with their lost bodies or Returned remnants. Of the

Flitterstep Eidolon

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

eidolons possess many of the skills and details related to their past lives, they’re disconnected from those experiences, choosing to wander the world or brood in haunts they’re drawn to in

death. They care nothing for morbid reunions with their lost bodies or Returned remnants. Of the various types of eidolons, flitterstep eidolons are the most common and wander without purpose. Undead

Sending Stone

Magic Items Acquisitions Incorporated

mission, make a DC 15 Intelligence (History) check. On a success, you can learn up to three rumors related to creatures or organizations involved in the mission, which come to you through your sending

Mill feature, the DM provides you with a sense of which parts of a particular rumor are inaccurate, if any. You do not necessarily learn the truth behind those false rumors.

Halfling Legacy

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

;s going on behind their smiling faces—surely more than they ever let on.” Humans. “Humans are a lot like us, really. At least some of them are. Step out of the castles and keeps

Fighter Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

A human in clanging plate armor holds her shield before her as she runs toward the massed goblins. An elf behind her, clad in studded leather armor, peppers the goblins with arrows loosed from his

left behind. There are greater risks, perhaps, but also much greater rewards—few fighters in the city watch have the opportunity to discover a magic flame tongue sword, for example. Creating a

Isolde

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

sent malevolent fey creatures to hound Isolde and her Shadowfell carnival. Isolde doesn’t know who is behind this petty torment, nor does she care. Her hunt for the Caller and her thirst for

Topaz Dragon Wyrmling

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

than my own, for no one else can compete with me. 2 If my offspring can’t care for themselves, I’m not sure they’re worthy of my attention. 3 The sea is beautiful and I

destroying the homes of all intelligent creatures in the dragon’s territory, and desperate locals seek to find out what’s behind the dragon’s wrath. Connected Creatures Topaz

Tortle Legacy

Species The Tortle Package

and its siblings inherit whatever tools, weapons, and gifts their parents left behind. Each young tortle is expected to fend for itself. It leaves the place of its birth and finds its own corner of the

, defending their offspring, and sharing a lifetime of knowledge before they die. When the children are old enough to leave the compound, they pick up whatever weapons and tools their parents left behind and

Amethyst Dragon Wyrmling

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

ancient dragon resemble glowing white or pale lavender orbs. Crystalline horns reminiscent of amethyst chunks hover behind their heads, held there by telekinetic force and shifting with their moods

amethyst dragon wyrmling is in the care of a cloistered religious order of scribes. 2 A half-amethyst dragon cares for an amethyst dragon wyrmling sibling after the disappearance of their dragon

Soldier - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

you care to remember. You trained as a youth, studied the use of weapons and armor, learned basic survival techniques, including how to stay alive on the battlefield. You might have been part of a

Fist or the Watch. If you do, you have responsibilities related to your post. For as long as you perform these responsibilities, you gain benefits. If you stop performing your responsibilities, though

Soldier Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

War has been your life for as long as you care to remember. You trained as a youth, studied the use of weapons and armor, learned basic survival techniques, including how to stay alive on the

lay down my life for the people I served with. 2 Someone saved my life on the battlefield. To this day, I will never leave a friend behind. 3 My honor is my life. 4 I’ll never

Charlatan Legacy

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

this individual never crosses paths with me or those I care about. 2 I owe everything to my mentor—a horrible person who’s probably rotting in jail somewhere. 3 Somewhere out

Mighty Servant of Leuk-o

Magic Items Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

conjecture than fact, often referring to otherworldly beings, the mysterious Barrier Peaks in Oerth, and the supposedly related device known as the Machine of Lum the Mad. The best details on the device

instantly and leave behind no remains. This does not destroy the servant permanently. Rather, 2d6 days later, its parts—left arm, left leg, right arm, right leg, lower torso, and upper torso&mdash

Young Topaz Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

else can compete with me. 2 If my offspring can’t care for themselves, I’m not sure they’re worthy of my attention. 3 The sea is beautiful and I love gazing upon it, but I

intelligent creatures in the dragon’s territory, and desperate locals seek to find out what’s behind the dragon’s wrath. Connected Creatures Topaz dragons rarely tolerate any

Clan Crafter

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

as a clan crafter. (For instance, consider the words “guild” and “clan” to be interchangeable.) Your bond is almost certainly related to the master or the clan that taught

. (Evil) 5 People. I’m committed to the people I care about, not to ideals. (Neutral) 6 Aspiration. I work hard to be the best there is at my craft. (Any) d6 Bond

Demonomicon of Iggwilv Legacy

Magic Items Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

chapters remain, ever revealing demonic secrets. And the book holds more than blasphemies. Caged behind lines of script roils a secret piece of the Abyss itself, which keeps the book up-to-date, no matter

charges). Abyssal Reference. You can reference the Demonomicon whenever you make an Intelligence check to discern information about demons or a Wisdom (Survival) check related to the Abyss. When you

Paladin Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

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

. Although the class features related to your oath don’t appear until you reach 3rd level, plan ahead for that choice by reading the oath descriptions at the end of the class. Are you a devoted

Courtier

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

money. (Evil) 5 People. I’m committed to the people I care about, not to ideals. (Neutral) 6 Aspiration. I work hard to be the best there is at my craft. (Any) d6 Bond

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

sent Kurtulmak to retrieve it. Garl lured his pursuer into a maze-like cavern, then collapsed the exits behind him, trapping Kurtulmak for all eternity. Kurtulmak is a hateful deity, one who despises

use for healing magic, and a sorcerer can meet most of the tribe’s other magic-related needs. Kobold shamans are very rare; priests of Kurtulmak, when they reveal themselves, are easily recognized

Origins

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

know, I actually don’t care. I’m just making small talk while my minion sneaks up behind you. Ha! Made you look!

Part 3: Homecoming

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy

Foundling arrives to give you, Saerthe, and Boatswain Tarto a lift back to the academy. Seasoned staff are left behind to take care of the tyrant ship. After returning to Spelljammer Academy on the

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

for survival in the material world, but to keep Maglubiyet at bay in the conflict on the planes. Her children will remain in her care, and if need be she wouldn’t hesitate to take to the field

diplomacy. They care only for satisfying their insatiable desire for battle, to smash their foes and appease their gods. Booming Birth Rate In order to replenish the casualties of their endless warring

Charlatan - Baldur's Gate

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

work to ensure that this individual never crosses paths with me or those I care about. 2 I owe everything to my mentor—a horrible person who’s probably rotting in jail somewhere

Using an Overarching Story

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

is to amass the power they need to defeat a powerful enemy that threatens the world. Their goal in the second example is to defend something they care about by destroying whatever threatens it. The

overarching goal that can be fulfilled only by first completing a series of related quests. For example, you could create a villain who can’t be defeated until the characters explore nine dungeons in which the

Ancient Topaz Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

"} Trait 1 I seek no company other than my own, for no one else can compete with me. 2 If my offspring can’t care for themselves, I’m not sure they’re worthy of my

. 8 A topaz dragon is intent on destroying the homes of all intelligent creatures in the dragon’s territory, and desperate locals seek to find out what’s behind the dragon’s wrath

All for One: The Clan

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

hardship or lay down their lives for any of their clan mates, whether related to them by blood or by the devotion that holds the clan together. The Greatest Legacy The life of a dwarf is all about doing good

work and leaving behind a fitting legacy that continues to bolster the clan even after its creator has passed on — a legacy counted not only in objects, but also in dwarven souls. Dwarves who become

4. Flumph Cloister

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

destroy their githyanki enemies. Right now, the neothelid is trapped behind several wall of force spells (in area 8). The mind flayers have captured many humanoids from Waterdeep and Undermountain, most

rely on the illithid colony for sustenance. The flumphs would rather feed on the psionic energy of the mind flayers, who couldn’t care less, than the energy of the githyanki, who abhor the flumphs and attack them on sight.

Bring It to an End

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

Bring It to an End The climactic ending of an adventure fulfills the promise of all that came before. The best climax is one the players see coming, so if a dragon is the mastermind behind all the

whether to pursue a fleeing villain or save an NPC they care about or a group of innocents. 10 Just when the characters think the main threat is defeated, it transforms into a different monster or a more powerful form.

Adult Emerald Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

information I glean, I don’t care what others do with it. (Evil) Emerald Dragon Adventures The Emerald Dragon Adventure Hooks table offers suggestions for stories and adventures involving

creators abandoned them, taking great interest in the artifacts and architecture they left behind. Visitors who manage to convince the dragon they are not a threat are treated to a tour of the vaults, with

Adult Topaz Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

no company other than my own, for no one else can compete with me. 2 If my offspring can’t care for themselves, I’m not sure they’re worthy of my attention. 3 The sea is

intent on destroying the homes of all intelligent creatures in the dragon’s territory, and desperate locals seek to find out what’s behind the dragon’s wrath. Connected

Ancient Emerald Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

, I don’t care what others do with it. (Evil) Emerald Dragon Adventures The Emerald Dragon Adventure Hooks table offers suggestions for stories and adventures involving emerald dragons

of the remaining areas of the vaults as they were when their creators abandoned them, taking great interest in the artifacts and architecture they left behind. Visitors who manage to convince the

Docks

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

Docks The docks of Saltmarsh are the beating heart of the town. The fishing trade and related commerce that keep the town alive are based here. The docks have recently undergone a series of

That tiefling who’s looking to buy crocodile skulls can’t be up to anything good. 6 A couple of fishing boats have gone missing. If the sea devils aren’t behind it, I’m a merman. 7 A big critter’s

Starting the Adventure

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

competition is being held next to the temple to the riverine Iravati, an ancient burnt-clay edifice adorned by images of lilies and spirits that peek from behind moss and vines. Countless spectators fill

the surrounding streets and line the river. If the characters don’t already know the information in “The Shankha Trials” section, now’s a perfect time for them to learn it. This might be related by

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