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Nezznar the Black Spider Legacy

Monsters Lost Mine of Phandelver

","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). Nezznar has the following spells prepared from the wizard’s spell list: Cantrips (at will): mage hand, ray of frost

, the Demon Queen of Spiders. Drow society is strictly matriarchal. Male drow are relegated to servitor roles, and while most train as warriors, a few, such as Nezznar, become skilled wizards.

Flabbergast

Monsters Acquisitions Incorporated

with spell attacks). He has the following wizard spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): fire bolt, light, mage hand, prestidigitation 1st level (4 slots): detect magic, mage armor, distort value,* sleep

physical labor, Flabbergast is a bit of a bridge builder in his own way, always striving to bring people together and flexing his diplomatic muscles. A pacifist bureaucrat, he abhors violence, and rarely

Davil Starsong

Monsters Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

(spell save DC 14, +6;{"diceNotation":"1d20+6","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). He has the following bard spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): mage hand, mending

. Unlike most, he's not the least bit pretentious or aloof. He keeps a room at the Yawning Portal and does all his business in the establishment's taproom. He negotiates deals with grace and aplomb

Omin Dran

Monsters Acquisitions Incorporated

spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): guidance, sacred flame, spare the dying, thaumaturgy 1st level (4 slots): bless, command, divine favor, shield of faith 2nd level (3 slots): enhance ability, hold

in matters of love, and hopeless in games of chance. Omin is also often accused of being one of the Masked Lords of Waterdeep, though this bit of fancy earns little more than a chuckle in response

Vedalken

Species Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

feelings about them. To members of other races, vedalken often seem cold, even emotionless. That assessment isn’t fair—they feel emotion every bit as intensely as other folk do, but they are

goal of perfection is paved with bricks of education, careful deliberation, and controlled experimentation. Some vedalken direct their energy toward perfecting themselves, whether by means of Simic

Ezmerelda d'Avenir

Monsters Curse of Strahd

following wizard spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): fire bolt, light, mage hand, prestidigitation 1st level (4 slots): protection from evil and good, magic missile, shield 2nd level (3 slots

paraphernalia. On one of her less successful adventures, a werewolf bit off her right leg below the knee, and although she avoided being afflicted with lycanthropy, Ezmerelda was sidelined for months. She

Bard Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

experience earns renown among other bards. Indeed, after telling so many stories about heroes accomplishing mighty deeds, many bards take these themes to heart and assume heroic roles themselves

highest ability score, followed by Dexterity. Second, choose the entertainer background. Third, choose the dancing lights and vicious mockery cantrips, along with the following 1st-level spells: charm

Morkoth Legacy

Monsters Volo's Guide to Monsters

":"to hit","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). The morkoth has the following wizard spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): acid splash, mage hand, mending, ray of frost, shocking

each of its turns to enter the lair and to move toward the morkoth's location (the target doesn't realize it's heading toward a creature). The target moves toward the morkoth by the most direct route

Sorcerer Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

unleash its full potential. Whatever their goals, sorcerers are every bit as useful to an adventuring party as wizards, making up for a comparative lack of breadth in their magical knowledge with

highest ability score, followed by Constitution. Second, choose the hermit background. Third, choose the light, prestidigitation, ray of frost, and shocking grasp cantrips, along with the 1st

Locate Creature

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

Locate Creature 4th-level divination Casting Time: 1 action Range: Self Components: V, S, M (a bit of fur from a bloodhound) Duration: Concentration, up to 1 hour Describe or name a creature that is

. If the creature you described or named is in a different form, such as being under the effects of a polymorph spell, this spell doesn’t locate the creature. This spell can’t locate a creature if running water at least 10 feet wide blocks a direct path between you and the creature.

Types of Officers

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

experts to direct a crew’s efforts. Other roles focus on keeping the crew’s health and morale in order. The roles are meant to provide a sense of the types of ability checks useful to managing a ship

Types of Officers If you’d like to explore running a ship, it needs officers to oversee its operations — officers who fill six different roles. Some roles aboard a ship reflect the need for trained

Locate Creature

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

Locate Creature 4th-level divination Casting Time: 1 action Range: Self Components: V, S, M (a bit of fur from a bloodhound) Duration: Concentration, up to 1 hour Describe or name a creature that is

. If the creature you described or named is in a different form, such as being under the effects of a polymorph spell, this spell doesn’t locate the creature. This spell can’t locate a creature if running water at least 10 feet wide blocks a direct path between you and the creature.

Flaming Sphere

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

Flaming Sphere 2nd-level conjuration Casting Time: 1 action Range: 60 feet Components: V, S, M (a bit of tallow, a pinch of brimstone, and a dusting of powdered iron) Duration: Concentration, up to 1

into a creature, that creature must make the saving throw against the sphere’s damage, and the sphere stops moving this turn. When you move the sphere, you can direct it over barriers up to 5 feet

Nezznar the Black Spider

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

servitor roles, and while most train as warriors, a few, such as Nezznar, become skilled wizards. Nezznar the Black Spider Medium humanoid (elf), neutral evil Armor Class 11 (14 with mage armor

spell list: Cantrips (at will): mage hand, ray of frost, shocking grasp 1st Level (4 slots): mage armor, magic missile, shield 2nd Level (3 slots): invisibility, suggestion Actions Spider

Chapter 1: Greenest in Flames

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

achieving that level of eminence, but her town grew into a thriving community. Its success isn’t surprising, since Greenest is the only town of any size astride the Uldoon Trail, the most direct road

adventure as caravan guards. You can adapt Tyranny of Dragons to different regions of the Realms or to a different setting with a bit more preparation on your part. Change the names and locations to suit your campaign.

Flaming Sphere

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

Flaming Sphere 2nd-level conjuration Casting Time: 1 action Range: 60 feet Components: V, S, M (a bit of tallow, a pinch of brimstone, and a dusting of powdered iron) Duration: Concentration, up to 1

into a creature, that creature must make the saving throw against the sphere’s damage, and the sphere stops moving this turn. When you move the sphere, you can direct it over barriers up to 5 feet

Chapter 1: Greenest in Flames

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

achieving that level of eminence, but her town grew into a thriving community. Its success isn’t surprising, since Greenest is the only town of any size astride the Uldoon Trail, the most direct road

adventure as caravan guards. You can adapt Tyranny of Dragons to different regions of the Realms or to a different setting with a bit more preparation on your part. Change the names and locations to suit your campaign.

Build Your Group

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

characters in your group might have different relationships with your patron, though; consider some or all of these roles for your characters: Agent. The Agent doesn’t receive direct communications

immortal’s grand plans, but is ready to make sure those with such roles play them. This is often a character with no magical ability or sometimes from a scholarly background, such as a sage or hermit

Franchise Tasks and Downtime

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

characters’ goals through research, crafting, social encounters, and so forth. This lets the players direct behind-the-scenes activities even as the characters focus on the more rarefied pursuits of

might spend time currying favor with nobles as a means of expanding the franchise’s reputation. And what could be more fun (for you) than to have the staff engage in a bit of dangerous criminal activity

All for One: The Clan

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

dwarf’s direct descendants — beloved sons, daughters, and grandchildren — are often the ones who inherit the inanimate works their ancestor leaves behind. Marriage is a sacred rite among the dwarves

allow those similarities to blind you to their unique traits. Roles in the Clan Every clan calls upon its members to fill three principal roles, each of which contributes to the group’s welfare. First

Grungs

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

, hunters, and laborers. Blue grungs work as artisans and in other domestic roles. Supervising and guiding both groups are the purple grungs, which serve as administrators and commanders. (Use the grung

Challenge 1/4 (50 XP) Amphibious. The grung can breathe air and water. Poisonous Skin. Any creature that grapples the grung or otherwise comes into direct contact with the grung’s skin must succeed on a

Maintaining Order

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

bit of an advantage in this regard, in that the NPCs placed under their command are all well-trained faction operatives, not raw recruits or mercenaries. However, some of these seasoned personnel might

take on the roles of their faction allies as well as their regular characters. This can range from letting each player control the overall actions of the NPCs in a single faction, to creating multiple

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

created the orcs and continues to direct their destiny. He is aided and abetted by the other warrior deities, Bahgtru and Ilneval, who bring strength and cunning to the battlefield. The followers of all

relieved of their other roles and taken to the lair’s whelping pens, where they are tended to by Luthic’s followers. Orcs don’t take mates, and no pair-bonding occurs in a tribe

Kobold Scale Sorcerer

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

a bit of magic for itself in case it needs to flee or take advantage of a captor. Kobold Scale Sorcerer Small humanoid (kobold), lawful evil Armor Class 15 (natural armor) Hit Points 27 (5d6

spell attacks). It has the following sorcerer spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): fire bolt, mage hand, mending, poison spray 1st level (4 slots): charm person, chromatic orb, expeditious retreat

Flabbergast

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

wealthy family helped erect and carve the famous Dolphin Bridge in that city. Although he detests physical labor, Flabbergast is a bit of a bridge builder in his own way, always striving to bring people

save DC 13, +5 to hit with spell attacks). He has the following wizard spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): fire bolt, light, mage hand, prestidigitation 1st level (4 slots): detect magic, mage

Plot Points

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

can spend a plot point to become the DM. That player’s character becomes an NPC, and play continues. It’s probably not a good idea to swap roles in the middle of combat, but it can happen if your group

table with a bit of material prepared or specific encounters in mind. A player who isn’t prepared or who doesn’t feel like DMing can choose to not spend a plot point that session. For this approach to

Build Your Group

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

Build Your Group Newspapers employ a wide range of adventurers to bring news back to the home office. Consider some or all of these roles for the characters in your party: Voice of BRELAND

this role. Muscle. Sometimes sources need a bit of physical cajoling to share their stories. The Muscle has a knack for getting people to talk. Alternatively, when those in power lock away the truth

Cleric Class Features

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

——Spell Slots per Spell Level—— Level Proficiency Bonus Class Features Channel Divinity Cantrips Prepared Spells 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 +2 Spellcasting, Divine Order — 3 4 2 — — — — — — — — 2 +2 Channel

below details how you use those rules with Cleric spells, which appear on the Cleric spell list later in the class’s description. Cantrips. You know three cantrips of your choice from the Cleric spell

The Xanathar Guild

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

, the Xanathar is able to efficiently supervise and direct the efforts of many creatures at the same time. It holds sway over a dozen specialized lieutenants. Each lieutenant is responsible for operating

their boss’s sometimes erratic behavior. Each lieutenant is allowed to manage its part of the guild operation as desired. Some use a direct, hands-on approach, and some establish a chain of command

Cleric Class Features

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

——Spell Slots per Spell Level—— Level Proficiency Bonus Class Features Channel Divinity Cantrips Prepared Spells 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 +2 Spellcasting, Divine Order — 3 4 2 — — — — — — — — 2 +2 Channel

below details how you use those rules with Cleric spells, which appear on the Cleric spell list later in the class’s description. Cantrips. You know three cantrips of your choice from the Cleric spell

Grungs

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

takes on the color of its caste as it grows to adulthood. Green grungs are the tribe’s warriors, hunters, and laborers, and blue grungs work as artisans and in other domestic roles. Supervising and

) Amphibious. The grung can breathe air and water. Poisonous Skin. Any creature that grapples the grung or otherwise comes into direct contact with the grung’s skin must succeed on a DC 12 Constitution

Omin Dran

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

matters of business, feckless in matters of love, and hopeless in games of chance. Omin is also often accused of being one of the Masked Lords of Waterdeep, though this bit of fancy earns little more

spellcaster. His spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC 15, +7 to hit with spell attacks). He has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): guidance, sacred flame, spare the

Life Events

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

has experienced, roll once on the Life Events table for each of them. Many of the results on that table direct you to one of the secondary tables that follow. Once you have determined all of your

1d6 70–89 41–50 years 1d8 90–99 51–60 years 1d10 00 61 years or older 1d12 Life Events d100 Event 01–10 You suffered a tragedy. Roll on the Tragedies table. 11–20 You gained a bit of good fortune

Vedalken

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

rather than their feelings about them. To members of other races, vedalken often seem cold, even emotionless. That assessment isn’t fair — they feel emotion every bit as intensely as other folk do, but

impossible goal of perfection is paved with bricks of education, careful deliberation, and controlled experimentation. Some vedalken direct their energy toward perfecting themselves, whether by means of

Bladesinging

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

the Attack action on your turn. Moreover, you can cast one of your cantrips in place of one of those attacks. Song of Defense 10th-level Bladesinging feature You can direct your magic to absorb damage

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