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Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Legendary Resistance (1/Day). If the slasher fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead.
Shrouded Presence. The slasher is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its
’s bargain with sinister forces.
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It was marked by a fiend before its birth, and its wicked nature emerged over time.
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A wicked place or magic relic seeped into its being, turning it
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
Sea elves fell in love with the wild beauty of the ocean in the earliest days of the multiverse. While other elves traveled from realm to realm, sea elves navigated the currents and explored the
increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20.
Languages
Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
Sea Elf Sea elves fell in love with the wild beauty of the ocean in the earliest days of the multiverse. While other elves traveled from realm to realm, the sea elves navigated the deepest currents
any beast that has an innate swimming speed. Languages. You can speak, read, and write Aquan. SAHUAGIN: DANGER FROM THE DEPTHS
The sea elves face as many perils in their watery world as other elves
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
these steps: Step 1. Focus on the story of the adventure. Read or reread the adventure’s introduction and background information. Create a bulleted list of key plot points to make sure a coherent
. Carefully review each “possible” encounter. Step 7. Devote any time you have left to creating improvisational aids. Three-Hour Preparation If you have three hours to prepare, add these steps: Step 8. Skim
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
these steps: Step 1. Focus on the story of the adventure. Read or reread the adventure’s introduction and background information. Create a bulleted list of key plot points to make sure a coherent
another hour to prepare, add these steps: Step 6. Carefully review each “possible” encounter. Step 7. Devote any time you have left to creating improvisational aids (see the “Improvising Answers” section in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Locathah Rising
2. What Is Dead May Never Die As the characters descend into the lower decks of this ship, read or paraphrase the following boxed text: As you proceed belowdecks, it becomes much easier to swim as
the hull protects you from the the strong currents outside. Many boxes and barrels are present here, somewhat waterlogged but largely intact.
This ship served as a tender vessel, bringing supplies to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
he sees no need for outsiders to be involved in sacred matters. The archpriest dismisses his son’s concerns with a negligent wave, telling Glooglugogg that he must flow with the currents of the
, where Bloppblippodd awaits them. Describe the scene to the players as given in that area, then read the following boxed text; if none of the characters speak Undercommon, the exchange is gibberish to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation Supplement
by 1. Age. Young tortles crawl for a few weeks after birth before learning to walk on two legs. They reach adulthood by the age of 15 and live an average of 50 years. Alignment. Tortles tend to lead
. Survival Instinct. You gain proficiency in the Survival skill. Tortles have finely honed survival instincts. Languages. You can speak, read, and write Aquan and Common.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Forest Heart Pushing through the Forest of Hands eventually brings the characters to a clearing at the forest’s heart. This area is depicted on map 9.1. Read the following description when the
of respect for her family and heritage. Personality Trait. “Many see my focus and assume I’m not approachable. But I welcome new friends.” Ideal. “I will make the city of my birth and descendants of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
on one’s familiarity with its intricate network of caverns, passages, and currents. Experienced navigators know how to find and read ancient duergar runes carved along the Darklake’s tunnels, though
Underdark, all water travel involves either rowing at 1½ miles per hour, or floating with prevailing currents at 1 mile per hour. Characters can work in shifts to row more than 8 hours per day, but
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
world and showed them how to work with stone and soil, and how to read the future in the movement of the Ring of Siberys. She charged her students to remain ever vigilant against the threat that was to
, the Gatekeepers have shared Vvaraak’s wisdom and druidic magic with humans, shifters, and others who came to Khorvaire. New interpretations of Vvaraak’s teachings gave birth to new druid sects: the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
queen Korinna, and the resulting birth of the Dakra Isles from Thassa’s falling tears, is a tale told incidentally, by way of comparison to the grief of the Olantian king. The tale of Phenax escaping
champion of Heliod who is never named but simply called “the Champion.” A closer read, though, reveals that the tales take place over the span of centuries and the identity of the Champion changes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Locathah Rising
the players to introduce their characters and describe them to the group. Once they have completed their introductions, read or paraphrase the following boxed text: After swimming for half the day, you
he opened (Umberlee’s Maw) have created an area in the ocean that acts like a beacon for strong, irregular currents and bad weather. Underwater, the effect manifests as a general darkness in an oddly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
determine what unwanted revelations you receive. The gods seek mortal oracles to act as their agents. As a result, most oracles devote themselves to the service of a single god and learn to ignore the
the god’s service, if necessary. You gain the following traits. Ears of the Oracle. You can speak, read, and write Celestial, the language of the gods. In addition, a god might deliver a message
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
People of Akros For most of Akros’s neighbors, the term “Akroan” evokes legendary warriors, trained from birth in every martial discipline known to humankind. It brings to mind songs of tight-knit
Akros’s inhabitants, though, aren’t members of its martial elite. The famed warriors of Akros have the means to devote their lives to studying and training in the ways of war because they rest atop a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
Simic bioengineering or through extensive study, and others concentrate on perfecting society through the careful drafting and application of laws. Vedalken Names Vedalken are given names at birth
this trait again until you finish a long rest. Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common, Vedalken, and one other language of your choice. YONGJAE CHOI
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
about a century. Size. Gith are taller and leaner than humans, with most a slender 6 feet in height. Speed. Your base walking speed is 30 feet. Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and Gith
. Subrace. There are two kinds of gith, githyanki and githzerai. Choose one of these subraces. Githyanki The brutal githyanki are trained from birth as warriors. Ability Score Increase. Your Strength
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer
forge, especially when connected to House Cannith as the gorgon in the previous line. Or they could refer to the birth of a new thing from the ashes of the old, or to mortal passions (the fires of the
, destructive fire raging to life after long lying dormant, or perhaps even the hatching of a red dragon’s egg. “Five shall rise to cause a dragon’s fall.” The best way to read this line is as a reference
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
that resist the town’s volatile nature—nothing remains for long. Most homes and businesses are owned by githzerai, sculpted from currents of instability into ordered redoubts: towers of latticed
mysterious geometric pillar, their victims become unwilling incubators for hideous slaad tadpoles that erupt from their hosts at birth. Adventures in Xaos The Xaos Adventures table offers suggestions for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
capacity, loxodons devote themselves to maintaining that bond. They coordinate their efforts and are often willing to sacrifice themselves for the sake of the group. They expect reciprocal loyalty
. Thanks to your sensitive trunk, you have advantage on Wisdom (Perception), Wisdom (Survival), and Intelligence (Investigation) checks that involve smell. Languages. You can speak, read, and write
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
a result, few goliaths live to see old age. Goliath Names Every goliath has three names: a birth name assigned by the newborn’s mother and father, a nickname assigned by the tribal chief, and a
family or clan name. Birth Names: Aukan, Eglath, Gae-Al, Gauthak, Ilikan, Keothi, Kuori, Lo-Kag, Manneo, Maveith, Nalla, Orilo, Paavu, Pethani, Thalai, Thotham, Uthal, Vaunea, Vimak Nicknames: Bearkiller
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
superiority proven), the insult is forgotten—along with the vanquished foe. Pride and Self-Reliance Few leonin devote themselves to the service of the gods. Centuries ago, the leonin worshiped the same gods
end of your next turn. The DC of the save equals 8 + your proficiency bonus + your Constitution modifier. Once you use this trait, you can’t use it again until you finish a short or long rest. Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and Leonin.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
the Simic. Centaurs celebrate life and growth, and the birth of a foal is always cause for festivities. At the same time, they revere the traditions of the past, and among both the Gruul and the
Survival. Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and Sylvan. Sylvan is widely spoken in the Selesnya Conclave, for it is rich in vocabulary to describe natural phenomena and spiritual forces.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
Attacking the Citadel When the characters come within 1 mile of the imperial citadel, read: Ahead, you see an elegant, crystal-spired city built on the back of an asteroid shaped like a moth, with
brandishes Xedalli’s ring of shooting stars; the dragons have been trained since birth not to harm anyone bearing such a ring.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its thoughts, and it can’t be detected by abilities that sense Fiends.
Actions
Multiattack. The slasher makes two Slasher’s Knife attacks
granted new life to seek revenge.
2 It was turned into a weapon of vengeance by a family member’s bargain with sinister forces.
3 It was marked by a fiend before its birth, and its wicked nature
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
the characters fought Cyanwrath during the raid but spent time in the cultists’ camp, read this. “You look familiar … I’ve seen you around the camp. If you came looking for trouble, I am the trouble
volcano is located, or to know if it’s meant to be a prediction of events to come or just a birth metaphor for the queen of evil dragons. The chest is locked and trapped; see “Acid Trap” below for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
fought Cyanwrath during the raid but spent time in the cultists’ camp, read this. “You look familiar . . . I’ve seen you around the camp. If you came looking for trouble, I am the trouble you seek.” Then
, or to know if it’s meant to be a prediction of events to come or just a birth metaphor for the queen of evil dragons. The chest is locked and trapped; see “Acid Trap” below for details. Characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
their family lives, and a wild huntress who wields the power of nature as a weapon of destruction as well as a source of bounty. Some myths suggest her mother hid her among firbolgs after her birth
it comes to Memnor, the wisest policy is the simplest: don’t believe a single thing you read.
—Diancastra
Memnor is an ambiguous figure in the mythology of giants, and the tales concerning him are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
first time on a turn takes 40 (9d8) lightning damage. When the barrier appears, read: The shimmering head and shoulders of a woman blink into existence above the arena floor. Electrical currents course
ice to enter the city. As the characters approach the end of the causeway, read: Green and purple lights cast an otherworldly glow upon the frost draping the silent city. Clawing spires, broken domes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
yields the following treasures: A 5-foot-tall, 150-pound silvery dragon egg that will hatch in 3d10 days, giving birth to a silver dragon wyrmling A carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and
holding greataxes. Runes are carved into the door’s surface.
The runes on the door, written in the Dwarvish script, read as follows: In ice and blood, our folk are born.
To our great queen, we
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a3
ferret-faced, feathered mask that functions as a hat of disguise. 33A. Sacrifice to the Sun When the characters can see the northern end of the chamber, read: In an alcove framed by pillars stands a
boy chosen at birth to be sacrificed to the sun upon his coming of age. Treasure. The items at the corpse’s feet include an agate carved in the shape of a heart (worth 15 gp) that is actually a stone
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
. Young stone giants practice tirelessly, hoping to prove themselves worthy of assisting the tribe’s best carvers. A stone giant master carver might devote years to finding the best stone before
balance it upright, the writing can be read as the cylinder goes around. The message wraps around the pillar like the threads of a screw, but in two alternating spirals. The first is read from top to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
southernmost chamber and one in the northernmost chamber. Their limbs are wrapped in kelp to keep them from drifting. The giants are sensitive to water currents, so that any creature that swims through a
other small folk from perusing the tomes. Since the books are small by Serissa’s standards, she uses a spyglass to read them. The spyglass rests on top of the 20-foot-tall bookshelf. Other furnishings
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
thanks to its Read Thoughts feature. If the character’s check fails, the character perceives that “Propha” truly wants to help the characters, but is unable to do so for some reason. The barkeep often
. Running a Yum Yum Hut is the single most important moment in a person’s life. It’s more important than marriage or the birth of an offspring. It eclipses all other things. So when picking proper
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
the phenomenon. He ordered a bozak draconian named Virruza to stay behind and claim the Spawning Shard’s magic in the Dragon Queen’s name. Approaching the Fortress Read the following when the
feels unwell; its speed is halved; and it has disadvantage on attack rolls, ability checks, and saving throws. At birth, the tadpole chews its way through vital organs and out of the host’s chest in