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Starting the Adventure

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

Starting the Adventure The adventure begins as the characters near the walls of Yeonido. Read or paraphrase the following description as the party draws close to the city gates: The curving walls of

great breath. The fog emanating from within Yeonido encompasses the city, lightly obscuring every street and building, including the interiors. This fog is unnatural, which a character who succeeds

What Caused the Mourning?

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

recovered and refined, it could produce a terrifying weapon. The Mourning was triggered by the release of an ancient demon overlord trapped since the dawn of time. This mighty fiend is lurking in the

Mournland and building its power, but soon it will be ready to act. As a DM, the question you need to ask is whether you want the mystery of the Mourning to be solved, and what the consequences would be

Gazre-Azam's Predicament

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

elemental devices, with the ultimate goal of building a floating castle fortress. For some time, the djinni served the wizard. Hoping to earn his freedom, Gazre-Azam shared much of his knowledge, but the

wizard would not release him. When Gazre-Azam changed tactics and became less helpful, Zikran cast a complicated and near-permanent spell to keep Gazre-Azam from escaping. The djinni reveals that the

5. Village Well and Square

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

either kill them as sacrifices or drive them out of the village. Othelstan can also call for reinforcements in the form of three dragonclaws, one of whom takes the time to release the two wyverns in the

his retinue arrive, suggesting that the characters rush to the stables, mount the wyverns, and take flight at once. The characters have a few rounds to reach the stables before Othelstan has the building surrounded and demands their surrender.

5. Village Well and Square

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

village. Othelstan can also call for reinforcements in the form of three dragonclaws, one of whom takes the time to release the two wyverns in the stables (see area 3). Last Recourse. If the castle flies

the stables, mount the wyverns, and take flight at once. The characters have a few rounds to reach the stables before Othelstan has the building surrounded and demands their surrender.

The Nematode

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

, passages lead to the left and right, sloping upward and curving back toward each other. Where they meet, a tough membrane holds back the Nematode’s rudimentary liquid brain matter. Read or paraphrase

save, or half as much damage on a successful one. A creature reduced to 0 hit points from this acid damage is completely dissolved. Surgical Precision. Controlling the fluid’s release more carefully

M10. Treasury

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish

M10. Treasury This solitary building is set atop a small floating islet within an area of open space punched down through the main body of the monastery’s island. It is held aloft on its own

, Intimidation, or Persuasion) check, the brain warns them of the risks of tampering with the journal (see below). It then negotiates for the characters’ aid, claiming that only it can safely release

Sample Traps

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

of the area is filled with rubble and becomes difficult terrain. Falling Net Mechanical trap This trap uses a trip wire to release a net suspended from the ceiling. The trip wire is 3 inches off the

pounds of weight is placed on the pressure plate, causing the statue to release a 30-foot cone of fire. Each creature in the fire must make a DC 13 Dexterity saving throw, taking 22 (4d10) fire damage

The Mourning

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

facility within the Mournland. If this knowledge could be recovered and refined, it could produce a terrifying weapon. The Mourning was triggered by the release of an ancient demon overlord trapped

since the dawn of time. This mighty fiend is lurking in the Mournland and building its power, but soon it will be ready to act. A DM should consider whether the mystery of the Mourning can be solved

Warforged Colossus

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

the warforged were, though, House Cannith never lost interest in building a better titan. Cyre didn’t lose its desire for deadly weapons that could give it an edge over its enemies, and tremendous

doomed to haunt it until they can find blessed release. Map 4.8: Fallen Warforged Colossus View Player Version

Example Traps

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

trap uses a trip wire to release a weighted, 10-foot-square Net suspended from the ceiling. The trip wire is 3 inches off the ground and stretches between two columns or trees. The first creature

a wall or similar barrier. It can’t go around corners, but creative dungeon builders incorporate curving turns into nearby passages that allow the stone to keep moving. Detect and Disarm. As a Study

Recurring Villains

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

adventurers. Alternatively, the characters might assume a villain is dead — after falling over a waterfall, being trapped in a burning building, or getting swallowed by a purple worm — only to

preventing the release of a demonic overlord. The Villain You Know Not every villain is a mastermind who schemes in the shadows or a world-destroying horror. Sometimes the most significant villain is

Example Traps

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

trap uses a trip wire to release a weighted, 10-foot-square Net suspended from the ceiling. The trip wire is 3 inches off the ground and stretches between two columns or trees. The first creature

builders incorporate curving turns into nearby passages that allow the stone to keep moving. Detect and Disarm. As a Study action, a creature can examine the section of floor that forms the pressure plate

Upper Level B1-B9

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

that opens up through the crumbling wall of the antechamber is illuminated by a single brazier. At the end of the passage, a set of curving stone stairs descends farther down into darkness. If the

bookcase holds a collection of debased literature, dark mythology, studies of aberrant magic, and treatises on elder gods. Lord Viallis has been building this collection for years for the benefit of his

Villa Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

Dexterity (Stealth) check. This check is made with advantage at night or in fog. V2. Stable House This stone building contains stables for four draft horses, plus a fully equipped smithy with an anvil and a

offers the following information in exchange for his release: His mother, the duke, is in the dungeon below the villa with Thavius Kreeg. She and the former high overseer of Elturel are plotting to

Wyrmheart Mine

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

track and plunge to the bottom of the shaft. Map 2.14: Wyrmheart Mine View Player Version 1. Office This building has walls made of closely fitted stone with large windows, and a wide, overhanging tile

building is made from closely fitted stones and has a tile roof, but no windows. Portions of the wall are crumbling where tree roots are pushing the stones apart. Gouges and scars show where someone tried

Locations in Triboar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

removing the garbage and burying the excrement. Darz has also buried his shady past; he was a member of a thieves’ guild in Waterdeep who was caught and imprisoned for his many crimes. After his release from

Wainwright brand name is the only thing keeping the establishment in business... for now. T6. The Lion’s Share This building was recently purchased and refurbished by the Lionshield Coster, a

Headquarters Features

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

a building, a vessel, or some other structure, a franchise is equipped with a compartment holding grease. When activated, nozzles release the grease either in a 30-foot cone or into a specific area no

small beach with a dock. Expanded Tavern. The building adjacent to the tavern has been bought out and connected to it, allowing for more guest chambers, a larger common room, a larger kitchen, and

Predator Pools

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5

creature can free itself with a successful DC 15 Intelligence check. Also as an action, a globe’s controller can release a trapped creature with a successful DC 10 Intelligence check. A creature inside a

the water of a vast pool situated between curving northern and southern staircases that lead up to double doors. Two enormous globes of blue liquid are suspended in the air to the east. Creatures. One

Palace of Spires Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase

(greater); and a bag with 10 pp, 20 gp, 15 sp, and a flawed emerald worth 500 gp. P8: Gallery Curving metal stairs ascend to an art gallery that constitutes the palace’s second floor. A low stone rail

painting showing the same couple dancing on the shores of a lake. The art in this room all depicts Caerwyn and Porphura. The pieces are affixed to the building and can’t be moved from their positions

Guildhouse Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

fire that starts in the barn. Such a fire takes 1 minute to spread throughout the structure. After that, the fire moves 5 feet westward each minute until the whole east building is engulfed. After 5

minutes, the building collapses, and the stairs to the basement are buried in flaming debris. The west building is spared. Ladders. A wooden ladder in each corner stall ascends to a trapdoor that leads

Tier 1 Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves

: Garden of Sacred Repose View Player Version The frescoes in these chambers depict four githyanki building and tending the gardens, conquering the surrounding region, and feasting in celebration. An

DC 15 Wisdom (Perception) check notices that the curving wall just west of the southern entrance is less smooth than the other walls, holding stair-like footholds. They go about four feet up the side

Locations M - P

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

as a likely target to illustrate his point. Gundahella agrees to Fylo’s terms and tells him that Duke Zalto is going to release a Zhentarim prisoner currently being held in Ironslag as a token of good

once-famous hunting lodge, the White Hart Inn, stands amid low stone cottages and stables. The creaky building is well maintained on the inside, offering a bit of grandeur in an otherwise rustic

Silent Sound Lighthouse

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

release a rain of arrows from turrets up higher on the lighthouse. The trap can be bypassed by pressing a hidden button on the door, requiring a successful DC 15 Intelligence (Investigation) check to

floor is circular, as the square base cut into the promontory gives way to the upper levels of the tower. The stairway continues its upward spiral from this floor to another. Building implements, tools

Necropolis Locations (Y20-Y29)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

only a few seconds before she dies and turns to dust; with her dying breath, she implores the characters in Loross (the dead Netherese tongue) to “destroy the crown … release my memories … let me have

urge is easily resisted. Prolonged custody of the wand might have a more detrimental effect, at your discretion. Y29. Museum A palatial hexagonal building rises before you, crowned with a glittering

Chromatic Dragons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

. Its curving, segmented horns are bone-colored near the base and darken to dead black at the tips. As a black dragon ages, the flesh around its horns and cheekbones deteriorates as though eaten by

territory. Evil lizardfolk venerate and serve black dragons, raiding humanoid settlements for treasure and food to give as tribute and building crude draconic effigies along the borders of their

Metallic Dragons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

defines the shape of a bronze dragon’s head. Curving horns extend out from the crest, echoed by spines on its lower jaw and chin. To help them swim, bronze dragons have webbed feet and smooth scales. A

a copper dragon, such companionship is a treasure to be coveted. Cautious and Crafty. When building its hoard, a copper dragon prefers treasures from the earth. Metals and precious stones are

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