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Sorcerer

Classes Player’s Handbook

: Arcana, Deception, Insight, Intimidation, Persuasion, or Religion Weapon Proficiencies Simple weapons Armor Training None Starting Equipment Choose A or B: (A) Spear, 2 Dagger;Daggers

power, while others trace it to strange events in their personal or family history. The blessing of a dragon or a dryad at a baby’s birth or the strike of lightning from a clear sky might spark a

Path of the Ancestral Guardian

Classes Xanathar's Guide to Everything

barbarian who follows this path rages, the barbarian contacts the spirit world and calls on these guardian spirits for aid. Barbarians who draw on their ancestral guardians can better fight to protect

Path of the Ancestral Guardian (XGtE)

Classes Xanathar's Guide to Everything

barbarian who follows this path rages, the barbarian contacts the spirit world and calls on these guardian spirits for aid. Barbarians who draw on their ancestral guardians can better fight to protect

Orzhov Representative

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

. Skill Proficiencies: Intimidation, Religion Languages: Two of your choice Equipment: An Orzhov insignia, a foot-long chain made of ten gold coins, vestments, a set of fine clothes, and

. Contacts The Orzhov Syndicate operates according to a strict hierarchy built on a network of connections among old, wealthy families. Your family might provide important contacts, while your family’s

Folk Hero Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

after I led a symbolic act of protest against it. 9 A celestial, fey, or similar creature gave me a blessing or revealed my secret origin. 10 Recruited into a lord’s army, I rose to

you. Suggested Characteristics A folk hero is one of the common people, for better or for worse. Most folk heroes look on their humble origins as a virtue, not a shortcoming, and their

Golgari Agent

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

bother to couch my opinions in flattering words. 5 I can’t help but pocket any trinket or coin I come across, no matter how worthless. 6 I’m convinced that I’m better and

stronger than members of other guilds, isolated as they are from the realities of life and death. RYAN PANCOAST Contacts To the extent that the Golgari Swarm acts like a single organism

Rakdos Cultist

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

law-abiding citizens of Ravnica. Personality Traits d8 Personality Trait 1 I revel in mayhem, the more destructive the better. 2 When violence breaks out, I lose myself in

black at the spot), and I cherish it. 5 I want to be better at my chosen form of performance than any other member of my troupe. 6 I am devoted to Rakdos and live to impress him

Simic Scientist

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

against the schemes and ambitions of the other guilds, so much the better. Skill Proficiencies: Arcana, Medicine Languages: Two of your choice Equipment: A Simic insignia, a set of

my research and any other tasks I have to complete. Contacts The fluid nature of clades, whose rosters span different laboratories and change as researchers discover new interests, creates

Azorius Functionary

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

was traumatized by witnessing a crime as a child. 5 I’m incapable of deception. 6 I wish I had joined the Boros, but I fear they’d never accept me. Contacts The Azorius

the entire city, your place in the Azorius can easily bring you into contact with members of other guilds, for good or ill. Roll twice on the Azorius Contacts table (for an ally and a rival) and

Running for One Character

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

Investigation Medicine Perception Religion The solo character gains the Blessing of the Lone Champion (see the introduction) to compensate for the lack of companions.

Message from Wyhan

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

her apothecary. When they arrive, Wyhan shares the following information: “My contacts at the Tower of High Sorcery in Wayreth have denied your request to travel there and participate in the Test of

provisional member of the Mages of High Sorcery. The time of your test will be decided after the Dragon Army’s threat has passed. Until then, this token represents the conclave’s blessing. Congratulations

Quest: Priestly Duties

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

Holy Symbol Impromptu Blessing A married couple asked Fazzir to give them a blessing for safe travel for a romantic getaway. Fazzir needs two assistants to perform the ceremony. To conduct the ceremony

properly, two characters must each take the Study action and make a DC 10 Intelligence (Religion) check. On a successful check, the couple departs the temple with cheer. On a failed check, the couple

Curse of the Fire Witch

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

. Wiggan’s cult contacts helped remove a couple of his rivals, and assured him his wealth and influence could only increase as the cult ascended to power. Among the Nettlebees, Wiggan’s secret is known only

and grandfather’s new religion, but he remains unaware of its true nature. In fact, Wiggan and Bertram don’t know the cult’s ultimate aims, only that it reveres a mighty earth power. After the

Captain Othelstan

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

) CON 16 (+3) INT 13 (+1) WIS 14 (+2) CHA 12 (+1) Saving Throws Str +7, Con +6 Skills Athletics +7, Intimidation +4, Perception +5, Religion +4 Senses passive

. Tiamat’s Blessing of Retribution. When Othelstan takes damage that reduces him to 0 hit points, he immediately regains 20 hit points. If he has 20 hit points or fewer at the end of his next turn, he

Captain Othelstan

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

) CON 16 (+3) INT 13 (+1) WIS 14 (+2) CHA 12 (+1) Saving Throws Str +7, Con +6 Skills Athletics +7, Intimidation +4, Perception +5, Religion +4 Senses passive

. Tiamat’s Blessing of Retribution. When Othelstan takes damage that reduces him to 0 hit points, he immediately regains 20 hit points. If he has 20 hit points or fewer at the end of his next turn, he

Captain Othelstan

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

) CON 16 (+3) INT 13 (+1) WIS 14 (+2) CHA 12 (+1) Saving Throws Str +7, Con +6 Skills Athletics +7, Intimidation +4, Perception +5, Religion +4 Senses passive

. Tiamat’s Blessing of Retribution. When Othelstan takes damage that reduces him to 0 hit points, he immediately regains 20 hit points. If he has 20 hit points or fewer at the end of his next turn

Temples and Shrines

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

Temples and Shrines Every major religion has outposts in Sharn. A number of sacred sites draw pilgrims to the city from across Breland and Khorvaire. Priests don’t usually sell their services

; temples are places for worship and spiritual guidance. The Sovereign Host is the dominant religion of Breland, represented by shrines and small temples throughout the city. The Pavilion of the Host in

Religious Order Contacts

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

Religious Order Contacts Your primary contact within the religious order is usually some kind of priest—not necessarily a cleric or druid, but someone who holds a priestly office and a position of

cynical priest who thinks nothing you do makes any difference in the grand scheme of things 3 A zealous priest who is constantly urging you to do more and do it better 4 An ambitious priest who views you

Commerce

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

merchant has far-reaching contacts across the region. Traveling merchants pass on gossip and adventure hooks to the characters as they conduct their business. Since merchants make their living

the griffon eggs they’ve found, or an architect to design their castle, they’re better off going to a large city than looking in a village.

Goblin Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

, smelting, forging, and religion. If the tribe has any spellcasters, this caste includes them. Lashers follow the lead of the tribe’s boss, and enforce their will on other goblins with whips

new leader can act as the real boss. If the creature brushes aside such manipulation, the tribe falls into line behind the new tyrant—better to abide the new rule than conspire against it and be

Noteworthy Sites

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

Sun Square is an important hub whose three architectural marvels exemplify the pillars of local society—religion, government, and economy. Avalin Sahar. The decorative turquoise-and-gold facade of the

fertile, blessing farmers with bountiful harvests of juicy pomegranates, buttery pistachios, and crimson strands of saffron. Rebellion also flourishes, as the Brightguard has a smaller presence here, and

Life in the Styes

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

Life in the Styes In better days, the fact that the Styes was sheltered from offshore winds was one of its more desirable qualities. Now, the Alchemists’ Quarter spews a permanent miasma of acrid

common. The best taverns in the Styes would be considered dives in most cities — and its inns are no better. Visitors are advised to bring their own bedding to avoid bugs, and to move the bed in front

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

provoke retaliatory attacks from the creatures they steal from. It’s better to be cautious and overlooked than to be considered dangerous and a threat. In a couple of situations, kobolds might

being able to fly is an incredible gift, and it would be expected for kobolds to interpret the wings as a blessing from Tiamat, ordinary kobolds resent urds and don’t get along with them. Fragments

Build Your Group

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

soldiers or more-or-less reformed criminals. Networker. The Networker knows exactly who can get the party what they need. This character makes extensive use of contacts and friends to facilitate the

party’s work. A character with the criminal background likely has underworld contacts, while an urchin could be familiar with the ins and outs of the city. Interpersonal connections are typically more

Ankhtepot

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

place, one with knowledge of rule and the deities’ blessing. On the day of the ritual that would consecrate the pharaoh’s connection with the gods, Ankhtepot rallied his loyal priests and murdered their

gods he once served. Immediately he set to wiping out that religion, replacing it with new gods of his own imagining, false divinities for whom he alone spoke. Using blasphemous rites, Ankhtepot

Comforts of Civilization

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica

and smooth roads and sturdy construction. No one needs to go hungry in Ravnica, because the Golgari Swarm provides a bare minimum of sustenance to anyone who can’t afford better food, though it is best

contacts to find housing. Diversions and entertainments abound, including raucous street-side theater (including the circus-like spectacles of the Cult of Rakdos), operas and symphonies, illegal fight clubs

Sorcerer

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

Charisma Skill Proficiencies Choose 2: Arcana, Deception, Insight, Intimidation, Persuasion, or Religion Weapon Proficiencies Simple weapons Armor Training None Starting Equipment Choose A or B:(A) Spear, 2

others trace it to strange events in their personal or family history. The blessing of a dragon or a dryad at a baby’s birth or the strike of lightning from a clear sky might spark a Sorcerer’s gift

Sorcerer

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

, Insight, Intimidation, Persuasion, or Religion Weapon Proficiencies Simple weapons Armor Training None Starting Equipment Choose A or B: (A) Spear, 2 Daggers, Arcane Focus (crystal), Dungeoneer’s Pack

or family history. The blessing of a dragon or a dryad at a baby’s birth or the strike of lightning from a clear sky might spark a Sorcerer’s gift. So too might the gift of a deity, exposure to the

Build Your Group

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

this kind of work. Characters with the criminal background excel at putting their skills and contacts to use on the church’s behalf. Prophet. The Prophet is a visionary with a more-or-less direct

connection to the divine. This character might be the driving force behind the group’s quests, steering them according to divine will. Proficiency in skills such as Insight and Religion can help reflect

Interesting Locations

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

barristers in Sharn, though certainly one of the most expensive. Kavv’s is quieter than the Drunken Dragon, but the food is far better. Saza and Taji Kavv are immigrants from the city of Stormreach in

Xen’drik, and use many exotic ingredients and spices the people of Khorvaire have never tasted. The Kavvs have many friends in Stormreach, and their insights and contacts could be useful to adventurers

Pharika's Villains

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

. The researcher’s blessing alleviates the pox but leaves the survivors delusional and violent. 5 After the characters witness a miracle, an apothecary (mage) seeks their blood as a medicinal

Basilisk* MM 6 Medusa* MM 8 Assassin MM 8 Hydra MM 8 Spirit naga MM 17 Hythonia MOoT * See chapter 6 for details about these creatures in Theros. Pharika’s clerics believe that they are better healers because they are so well acquainted with death (CHASE STONE)

3. Shrine of the Sea Mother

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

Great Sea Mother Blibdoolpoolp. A successful DC 13 Intelligence (Religion) check recalls that Blibdoolpoolp is a scavenger goddess, meaning that discarded and recovered items are worthy offerings — and

the more personal the better. Regurgitating at the goddess’s feet is considered a sincere show of faith (and a behavior faithful kuo-toa might display if the characters wait long enough). Four kuo-toa

Group Patron Benefits

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

patron’s guidance and encouragement inspire better coordination. As a result of this unity, each member of your party can grant Advantage to a D20 Test made by another member of the party. To grant

You have access to continuing education at no cost. You can spend 30 days in classes to gain one of the following benefits: You gain proficiency in the Arcana, History, Nature, or Religion skill. You

Inquisitive Agencies of Sharn

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

involved in very different sorts of investigations. Lower Sharn means poor clients and lawless streets. Middle Sharn means merchant rivalries and better pay. Upper Sharn means uncovering the secrets

flesh out more details about their agency, including allies, enemies, contacts, roles for each character in the agency, type of work, a signature case, and clientele.

Path of the Ancestral Guardian

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

and protect the living. When a barbarian who follows this path rages, the barbarian contacts the spirit world and calls on these guardian spirits for aid. Barbarians who draw on their ancestral

guardians can better fight to protect their tribes and their allies. In order to cement ties to their ancestral guardians, barbarians who follow this path cover themselves in elaborate tattoos that celebrate

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