best before depend could requires

Dominate Monster Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

telepathic link to issue commands to the creature while you are conscious (no action required), which it does its best to obey. You can specify a simple and general course of action, such as "Attack that

creature," "Run over there," or "Fetch that object." If the creature completes the order and doesn't receive further direction from you, it defends and preserves itself to the best of its ability. You

Dominate Beast Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

link to issue commands to the creature while you are conscious (no action required), which it does its best to obey. You can specify a simple and general course of action, such as "Attack that creature

," "Run over there," or "Fetch that object." If the creature completes the order and doesn't receive further direction from you, it defends and preserves itself to the best of its ability. You can use

Dominate Person Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

link to issue commands to the creature while you are conscious (no action required), which it does its best to obey. You can specify a simple and general course of action, such as "Attack that

creature," "Run over there," or "Fetch that object." If the creature completes the order and doesn't receive further direction from you, it defends and preserves itself to the best of its ability. You can

Githyanki Xenomancer

Monsters Spelljammer: Adventures in Space

research requires that a specimen be captured and imprisoned (to study its behavior) or killed and dissected (to study or harvest its insides). Many xenomancers prefer to do this work in their

part, on the Astral Plane. Among the best-known githyanki are the followers of the Lich-Queen Vlaakith. They terrorize the Astral Plane, raiding into Wildspace to plunder the multiverse of its magic

Stone Cursed

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

that has been turned to stone. The ritual, which requires a mixture of basilisk blood and the ashes from the burned feathers of a cockatrice, awakens a dim echo of the petrified victim’s spirit

they obey that being’s orders to the best of their ability. In combat, stony claws that drip with thick, gray sludge emerge from a stone cursed’s fingers. This alchemical sludge

Knight of Eldraine

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

surviving populace fleeing into the wilds. A young prince, Will Kenrith, does his best to reunite the shattered realm, but a return to its former glory seems far off. Even in the shattered remnants of

its former glory, or seeking to help travelers and remote communities beset by troubles. Achieving knighthood in one of the courts requires a quest that proves one’s excellence in that court

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

attuned to the artifact. Attuning to the artifact requires two hours, which can be undertaken as part of a long rest, during which time you must be inside the servant, interacting with its controls

Demogorgon Legacy

Monsters Out of the Abyss

gaze requires Demogorgon to focus both heads on the target, he can’t use his Maddening Gaze legendary action until the start of his next turn. 3. Insanity Gaze. The target suffers the effect of

form of two serpentine towers, each crowned by a skull-shaped minaret. There, Demogorgon’s heads contemplate the mysteries of the arcane while arguing about how best to obliterate their rivals. The

Wizard Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

. Some aspire to become like the gods, shaping reality itself. Though the casting of a typical spell requires merely the utterance of a few strange words, fleeting gestures, and sometimes a pinch or

, Intelligence should be your highest ability score, followed by Constitution or Dexterity. If you plan to join the School of Enchantment, make Charisma your next-best score. Second, choose the sage

Making Task Checks

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

Making Task Checks When a franchise task requires an ability check, a staff member can use their own ability check modifier to determine success. (This modifier might depend on the staff member’s

Boros Legionnaire

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

important to me than my life. 6 Dangerous work is best accomplished by an orderly group working with common purpose. 7 I treat my weapons, uniform, and insignia with reverence, for they

) 2 Justice. Achieving justice requires establishing fair, equitable, and compassionate relationships within a community. (Good) 3 Protection. It isn’t right for innocents to

Yuan-ti Pureblood Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

transformation. Every use of the ritual must be modified to suit the individual undergoing transformation, and requires rare herbs, exotic magical substances, snakes, and one or more humans to be sacrificed

the gods or as food. Depend on Deceit Yuan-ti have no sense of honorable combat. They are naturally stealthy, and if they can sneak up on enemies, either in an ambush or to murder them in their sleep

Acquisitions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

description of the different locations throughout the outpost as a guide to opportunities. Taking something without being noticed requires a successful Dexterity (Sleight of Hand) check contested by the

of death. What equipment and treasures the characters claim during their escape depend on how much of the outpost they are able to explore before fleeing. For some characters, it might be a fun

Statistics

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Flee, Mortals! Rule Primer

companion can’t read, speak, or write any language, even if similar creatures normally can. Proficiency Bonus Because a companion’s effectiveness and survivability depend on the training and

, PBd6 means 2d6. Signature Attack Each companion has an action designated as their signature attack. A signature attack is always a melee attack, and it’s typically the creature’s best natural attack. A

Scrivening and Symbology Exam: Symbol Glyphs

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

on their knowledge of scrivening and symbology as expressed in the symbol spell. The multiple choice portion of the Exam focuses on identifying common surfaces used for inscribing symbol glyphs. The essay portion then requires students to reason out how best to avoid the effects of a symbol spell.

Testing Phase

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

owlbears’ hunting, eating, mating, fighting, and living habits requires a successful DC 12 Intelligence (Nature) check. Owlbear Companions. Writing short essays on common methods for taming, training, and

handling owlbears and on keeping owlbears as companions requires a successful DC 12 Wisdom (Animal Handling) check. Have each player note their character’s Exam results—how many Student Dice they

Joint Effort

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

Joint Effort Players — and especially new players — should keep in mind the amount of creativity and collaboration a company position requires when determining which position is the best fit for

Dominate Monster

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

action required), which it does its best to obey. You can specify a simple and general course of action, such as “Attack that creature,” “Run over there,” or “Fetch that object.” If the creature

completes the order and doesn’t receive further direction from you, it defends and preserves itself to the best of its ability. You can use your action to take total and precise control of the target

Dominate Person

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

action required), which it does its best to obey. You can specify a simple and general course of action, such as “Attack that creature,” “Run over there,” or “Fetch that object.” If the creature

completes the order and doesn’t receive further direction from you, it defends and preserves itself to the best of its ability. You can use your action to take total and precise control of the target

Dominate Beast

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

action required), which it does its best to obey. You can specify a simple and general course of action, such as “Attack that creature,” “Run over there,” or “Fetch that object.” If the creature completes

the order and doesn’t receive further direction from you, it defends and preserves itself to the best of its ability. You can use your action to take total and precise control of the target. Until the

Dominate Person

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

action required), which it does its best to obey. You can specify a simple and general course of action, such as “Attack that creature,” “Run over there,” or “Fetch that object.” If the creature

completes the order and doesn’t receive further direction from you, it defends and preserves itself to the best of its ability. You can use your action to take total and precise control of the target

Dominate Monster

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

action required), which it does its best to obey. You can specify a simple and general course of action, such as “Attack that creature,” “Run over there,” or “Fetch that object.” If the creature

completes the order and doesn’t receive further direction from you, it defends and preserves itself to the best of its ability. You can use your action to take total and precise control of the target

Dominate Beast

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

action required), which it does its best to obey. You can specify a simple and general course of action, such as “Attack that creature,” “Run over there,” or “Fetch that object.” If the creature completes

the order and doesn’t receive further direction from you, it defends and preserves itself to the best of its ability. You can use your action to take total and precise control of the target. Until the

Relaxation

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

Relaxation Sometimes the best thing to do between adventures is relax. Whether a character wants a hard-earned vacation or needs to recover from injuries, relaxation is the ideal option for

adventurers who need a break. This option is also ideal for players who don’t want to make use of the downtime system. Resources. Relaxation requires one week. A character needs to maintain at least a modest

Using the Adventures

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

contains a mystery. Getting to the bottom of this mystery requires embarking on an adventure. The characters come to Candlekeep on a quest for information, perhaps to solve a crisis elsewhere in the world

. During their research, they uncover a book and the mystery it contains, which leads to adventure. These short adventures work best with players who like mysteries and discovering their secrets. That

Shard Solitaire Lore

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

Crestfall Coven. She never encountered the hags again, to the best of Fifel’s knowledge. Safeguard. Zorhanna paid a master jeweler to craft a platinum necklace and attach the shard solitaire to it. If

about the vault’s location.) The necklace doesn’t teleport if it’s removed from the vault, so stealing it requires that it be taken from that location.

Time

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

Time In situations where keeping track of the passage of time is important, the DM determines the time a task requires. The DM might use a different time scale depending on the context of the

to reach the lonely tower at the heart of the forest hurry across those fifteen miles in just under four hours' time. For long journeys, a scale of days works best. Following the road from Baldur's

Time

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

Time In situations where keeping track of the passage of time is important, the DM determines the time a task requires. The DM might use a different time scale depending on the context of the

to reach the lonely tower at the heart of the forest hurry across those fifteen miles in just under four hours' time. For long journeys, a scale of days works best. Following the road from Baldur's

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

divination (to find raw materials and foresee threats to the tribe). The main reason why kobolds depend on arcane magic rather than divine is Kurtulmak’s imprisonment, which makes it difficult for

actions contribute to the survival of the group. The tribe practices for the eventuality of defending the lair against intruders, and their plans always include knowing the best escape routes and who is

Interesting Locations

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

). The master of the Augury is an elf named Kestia. She has ties to a number of angels of Syrania, and if she chooses she can perform commune. However, as this requires her to call in a celestial favor

, it’s not something she offers as a standard service. The Drunken Dragon is a legendary watering hole. While the service is slow and the food is modest at best, it has the widest selection of beverages

Dispater

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

Dispater The cosmos is a grand game. He who knows its rules the best shall win the prize. — Dispater Dispater is the foremost arms dealer of the Nine Hells, and perhaps the greatest weapons

unearthed over his lifetime, the foundries of Dis produce deadly armaments that help to stem the abyssal tide. The fighting requires constant reinforcements, creating a voracious appetite for the

Planting Adventure Seeds

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

requires finesse. The lure should be compelling, but not so irresistible that the players stop caring about what their characters are doing right now. To keep players from straying, save your best

21. Warrior Quarters

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

. They keep the warriors in line and defend the nursery (area 16). If they are not alerted to the characters’ approach, the two are talking in Draconic, discussing how to best torture new mind flayer

to area 22. The trapdoor is a 3-foot-square stone slab that requires a successful DC 13 Strength (Athletics) check to lift. The githyanki fight intruders until six or more of them fall. The

Wizardry

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

practice. More than that, each spell a wizard might cast requires a portion of one’s powerful intellect to be dedicated to the task, with the necessary patterns of thought and proper mindset kept in stasis

mental barriers in order to achieve ever greater mastery. Of all peoples, elves are perhaps best suited to wizardry. They have centuries of life to devote to their studies, and their trance effectively

Leveling Up

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

pore over their new options during a lull in the action or between sessions. Do what works best for your group. If a character levels up outside a Long Rest, the character’s current Hit Points and Hit

new level, a character must train for a number of days before gaining any class features associated with the new level. You can decide whether the character can train independently or requires a trainer

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