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Monsters
Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
fire giants shaped them into flexible joints and plated armor. Storm giants inscribed runes into the inert form to give it the semblance of life. The fruit of these labors was an everlasting guardian
colossus is lost to modern giants, but many tales suggest the instructions might be buried deep in ruins from ancient giants’ empires.Poison, Psychic; Bludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing from Nonmagical AttacksAcid, Cold, Fire, Lightning
Monsters
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
":"Claws","rollDamageType":"slashing"} slashing damage.In the deep sinkholes that serve as laboratories and guildhalls for the Simic Combine, biomancers employ a combination of magic and scientific
thick scales, increasing its Armor Class by 4.
3
Bioluminescent Markings. The krasis has glowing patterns on its skin that take the shape of defensive runes, granting it advantage on saving
Monsters
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
"} slashing damage.
In the deep sinkholes that serve as laboratories and guildhalls for the Simic Combine, biomancers employ a combination of magic and scientific method to create novel life
its Armor Class by 4.
3
Bioluminescent Markings. The krasis has glowing patterns on its skin that take the shape of defensive runes, granting it advantage on saving throws against spells and other
Monsters
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
succeed on a DC 19 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.In the deep sinkholes that serve as laboratories and guildhalls for the Simic Combine, biomancers employ a combination of magic and scientific
or thick scales, increasing its Armor Class by 4.
3
Bioluminescent Markings. The krasis has glowing patterns on its skin that take the shape of defensive runes, granting it advantage on saving
Magic Items
Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
weapon is searching for a new owner.
Azuredge has a solid steel handle etched with tiny runes, wrapped in blue dragon hide with a star sapphire set into the pommel. The axe head is forged from silver
, electrum, and steel alloys whose edges constantly shimmer with a deep blue luminescence.
You gain a +3 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic weapon. The shield spell provides no
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
from equally stupendous failures. Forest gnomes are less populous in Ansalon. Their few communities lie deep in the forests of Sancrist and Kendermore, where they embrace harmony with nature over
the pursuit of invention.
As a gnome, you might be a tinker pursuing some niche scientific endeavor, coaxed from Mount Nevermind to conduct research or to seek inspiration beyond the mountain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
10. Mad Mage’s Puzzle Indentation. A 4-inch-deep, 8-foot-wide, 10-foot-long rectangular indentation is carved into the floor of this 20-foot-high cavern.
Jigsaw Pieces. A loose pile of carved
creature in the cave (see “Elder Runes”). Draw a card from the Elder Runes Deck (appendix B) to determine which rune appears.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Rockslide originates from the Elemental Plane of Earth, emerging from a planar portal near the mountain peak and plunging through a second portal deep in the crevice, ending in a different area of the
bridges spanning the fissure it pours into. The Giant runes these folk carved into the bridges still glimmer with crystalline light as they harness elemental earth magic.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
15. Standing Gate to Level 17 Rising out of a 2-foot-deep pool of ooze is a pair of 15-foot-tall standing stones topped with a lintel, carved into which is a symbol of an arrow. The standing stones
pass through this gate (see “Jhesiyra Kestellharp”). The first creature to pass through the gate triggers an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”). A creature that passes through the gate appears in area 8b on level 17, in the closest unoccupied space next to the identical gate located there.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
Trap In front of the double door, situated between the Dwarvish runes carved into the floor, is a hidden 20-foot-deep pit that opens if the lock on the doors is successfully picked. The cover of the
9. Mustering Hall Decor. Blunted picks hang with shields every 10 feet along the walls.
Double Door. Dwarvish runes for strength and safety are etched in the floor in front of the double doors to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Forsaken Deep Features Dyson Logos Map 4.6: Forsaken Deep View Player Version Map 4.6 shows the ruins of the storm giant retreat and the trench, including the following features: Library. The
spirits of the slain storm giants congregate in this chamber, harmlessly but mournfully wailing their sorrow. A circle of Giant runes on the floor hums softly (see “Storm Call” below). Trench. The oceanic trench dives into darkness (see “Planar Crossing” below).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
one of the corpses. (The gnome is really a troll named Xlorp, transformed by the runes in area 11b.)
In its current form, the troll has the statistics of an unarmored (AC 12), chaotic evil deep gnome
3. Hungry Gnome Corpses. Eight drow corpses are splayed like rag dolls across the floor of this 10-foot-high cavern.
Troll in Gnome Form. A naked, hairless, gray-skinned deep gnome is gnawing on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
feet deep, but the bottom is not visible through the murk. Four of the five stepstones are boulders sunk deep in the mire. The middle stepstone is actually the top of a galeb duhr. If someone steps on it
). If the characters offer the bullywugs nothing in return for their help, the bullywugs take no offense. They don’t expect foreigners to honor the rule of reciprocity (see “Rules of Conduct” earlier in the chapter).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
Open Pit. In the middle of the floor is a 10-foot-wide, 30-foot-long, 20-foot-deep pit with a fine layer of dust and rubble on its floor.
Levers. Two stone levers protrude from the wall opposite the
door to area 36c. Dwarvish runes are inscribed above each lever.
The pit is a trash compactor designed to flatten garbage into sheets that can be easily carted away and disposed of. The first lever
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
the diary, dated just over five years earlier, change in tone as Sarah worries about the strange conduct of Lord Yellowcrest, and his habit of spending too much time with ancient books in his study
. The final diary entry reads: I stole close to Lord Viallis today, and saw that he had chalked a circle marked with strange runes across the floor of his study. A puddle spread within the circle and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
teleportation gate. The hole bored into the top of the pedestal is 1 inch wide and 6 inches deep. When a Stardock rod (see “Stardock Rods”) is inserted into the hole, the solid wall inside the arch disappears
creature tries to pry a crystal from the arch, a random elder rune appears above the pedestal, targets a random creature within 60 feet of it, then disappears (see “Elder Runes”). Determine the elder
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
demon worshiper.” (Partially true; Xanthe is referring to Ivlis, the former priest)
Occult Ritual Eventually, you come across an eerie statue in a forest clearing. Strange runes are etched into
the stone idol. Four human figures in occult robes gather around the statue, chanting ominously.
Four Cultists conduct a ritual around this ancient statue. They belong to the Cult of Chaos, a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
west and east walls hold battleaxes and war picks.
Arch. Set into the back of a deep alcove to the south is a stone arch engraved with images of dancing dwarves.
Arch Gate to Level 5 The arch in
gate triggers an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”). A creature that passes through the gate appears in area 9 on level 5, in the closest unoccupied space next to the identical gate located there. Armor and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Endless Rockslide Adventures Here are sample adventure hooks to bring characters to the Endless Rockslide or to give them missions to pursue there. Constructive Endeavors Runes harnessing the
Annam’s Cradle (in this chapter). Opening the path frees beasts from the Megafauna World Encounters table (see chapter 3), which then threaten a settlement of deep gnomes and duergar. Hungry Earth Hungry
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
choice. Waves of invaders appear throughout the night, unless the characters can activate the proper sequences of runes and star carvings to sever the invaders’ connection to the circle. Missing
Coordinates Characters in search of a crucial secret at the circle find the sequence of star charts they need is damaged. The only place the charts still exist is in the Forsaken Deep (in this chapter), in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
5. In the Grip of Ghaunadaur A 15-foot-high tunnel containing an open pit connects two caves with 20-foot-high ceilings. 5a. Pudding Pit This naturally formed pit is 20 feet across and 20 feet deep
Kestellharp”). The first creature to pass through the gate triggers an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”). A creature that passes through the gate appears in area 8b on level 12, in the closest unoccupied space next to the identical gate located there.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
feet deep and counts as difficult terrain. A creature that enters the stream or starts its turn in it must succeed on a DC 10 Strength saving throw or fall prone due to the current. Moonstone The
threat has passed. MOON WRITING
The moon writing is magical Dwarven rune script left by ancient worshippers of Dumathoin. The runes writhe and wriggle until a living creature gets within 5 feet of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
there. Covered Pit This 40-foot-deep hidden pit (see “Covered Pits”) is located between the two northernmost statues. Halaster has cast a glyph of warding spell at the bottom of the pit, set to trigger a
trap, an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”) appears in the air between the two southern statues a split second after the creature disappears, and at the same moment a booming voice shouts, “Teleported
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
threads can be cut only by a magic sword. Cutting a thread causes it to disappear but also causes an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”) to momentarily appear between the statue’s hands. This elder rune
specifically targets the creature that cut the thread. To determine which rune appears, draw a card from the Elder Runes Deck (see appendix B). The shadow curtain disappears when both silver threads are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
, Larlow was killed instantly. Taela managed to escape with their four children. Treasure. Goblins have already searched the cottage, but characters who conduct their own search and succeed on a DC 15 Wisdom
Agganor, the village’s tiefling midwife, and her adult son, Grin. The cottage has locked shutters over its windows. The door, which is also locked, has row upon row of ornate runes burned into it. Most
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
17. Battlefield Cavern This 30-foot-high cavern was the main front of the battle between the yuan-ti and the nagas. 17a. Bones in the Mud The water here is 2 feet deep, and the cavern floor beneath
Kestellharp”). The first creature to pass through the gate triggers an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”). A creature that passes through the gate appears in area 25b on level 10, in the closest unoccupied space next to the identical gate located there.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
blends in well amid the floating meat and has advantage on its Dexterity (Stealth) checks. If Ozk notices any non-Aberration, it stops meditating on its own decay and attacks, shouting in Deep Speech that
runes is etched into the ground. The symbols move, crawling in a circle. Above them hovers a mass of insectile limbs encompassing an alien light. Beyond it, a narrow passage opens into the vast void
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
“Elder Runes”). A creature that passes through the gate appears in area 2b on level 11, in the closest unoccupied space next to the identical gate located there. Instruments Any inspection of the room
deep, distinctive sound. The tuba is worth 30 gp and weighs 30 pounds. Kettle Drums. When struck, these two copper drums make a thunderous booming sound. Each drum is worth 50 gp and weighs 100
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
explosive runes variety in each passage. The explosive runes deal thunder damage. If the glyph activates, Chalaag casts invisibility on itself and investigates. S2: Crystal Pit The floor of this funnel-shaped
to get some fresh meat. The whirlpool is about 5 feet across and 5 feet deep, with very salty water. The whirlpool is the origin of the warty flesh that moves throughout Spawn Hollow and ultimately
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
edge. Pit. The pit is 20 feet deep. Operatives of the Six spread shards of broken glass over the bottom of the pit, so that a creature falling in takes 2 (1d4) slashing damage in addition to 7 (2d6
desiccated and skeletal humanoid corpses litter the floor of this small chamber. The stone of the north wall has been etched with intricate runes, but the pattern ends abruptly.
Bodies and Runes. A closer
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
unless they conduct extensive dives to plumb the mere’s depths, requiring DC 10 Strength (Athletics) checks to swim underwater. If any characters are capable of staying this deep without suffocating and
The Stone Tooth When the characters set forth on their journey, read: As you travel north from the mining town of Blasingdell, you pass through brooding pine forests and deep vales. From where you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
for all of us. I assure you that House Vadalis will conduct a full investigation of this incident and work to regain the trust of the good people of Fairhaven.”
The Cults of the Dragon Below are
wildly diverse. The tenets above describe the beliefs of three different cults. Warlocks draw power from demon overlords, and daelkyr cultists serve mind flayers and beholders. Others embrace deep
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
: The walls of this chamber are crudely dug and covered with scratches—particularly around seams of glistening ore. A half dozen deep alcoves circle a broad, open space. Two bodies lie in the center of
commoner stat block. Suspicious Runes. Characters who investigate the area where the survivors were hiding can make a DC 14 Intelligence (Investigation) check. If they succeed, they find a series of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
, with lauded scholars traveling to the site to conduct archaeological research. Or maybe its origins are a mystery, your only clues being the strange, oversized objects occasionally found in the
marble or obsidian. 6 Your hair ripples as if moved by an unseen current. Sequestered Caverns You spent your formative years deep beneath the ground, sequestered far from the sun and wind of the surface
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
buildings become unlivable, new ones are built atop them, and the tangle of structures is four or five stories deep in some places. Many of the lower structures are completely walled off from the
Styes, alchemists are free to conduct whatever dangerous experiments they like, and to cut corners on safety and quality control. Iron chimneys belch smoke and foul vapors into the air, while liquid