bitter blessing diffusing collected remain

Isolde

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Fiendish Blessing. The AC of Isolde includes her Charisma bonus. Innate Spellcasting. Isolde’s spellcasting ability is Charisma (spell save DC 14). Isolde can innately cast the following

known only as “the Caller” to corrupt and slay all of Isolde’s companions, leaving Isolde alone, bitter, and vulnerable. The insidious archfey then befriended Isolde and offered to

Killmoulis

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

Slam. Melee weapon attack: -1;{"diceNotation":"1d20-1","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Slam"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 1 bludgeoning damage. Blessing of Bountiful Generosity (1/day

its long nose. In return, it then uses its magic to enhance the travelers' comfort as they rest. A Bitter Reproach. A killmoulis will follow after any party that has provided it with a tasty snack

Gith Legacy

Species Mordenkainen’s Tome of Foes

distanced themselves from one another to pursue their separate agendas. They remain bitter enemies today, each side willing to fight to the death whenever they cross paths. The githyanki were motivated

against the illithids, a combined force of gith could conceivably tip the balance in their favor. But as long as the githyanki and githzerai stay at each other’s throats, their goal of ultimate victory over their original common enemy will likely remain unachieved.

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

home communities remain very important to them. d8 Personality Trait 1 I judge people by their actions, not their words. 2 If someone is in trouble, I’m always ready to

Fog Giant

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

treasure or start a new hoard—by any means possible. Beleaguered Moguls. Though they live as ruthless raiders, fog giants remain tasteful and refined in their desires. They remember their former

wealth and power with a bitter mix of longing, regret, and shame, seeking always to replace the grandest treasures they once possessed. Simple coins, gems, or trade goods do nothing to satisfy the

Tabaxi Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

tabaxi rarely stay in one place for long. Their innate nature pushes them to leave no secrets uncovered, no treasures or legends lost. Wandering Outcasts Most tabaxi remain in their distant

stories, artifacts, and lore. Those who survive this period of wanderlust return home in their elder years to share news of the outside world. In this manner, the tabaxi remain isolated but never ignorant

Ancient Dragon Turtle

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

Amphibious. The dragon turtle can breathe air and water Blessing of the Sea (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). If the dragon turtle would be reduced to 0 hit points, its current hit point total

62,000 XP (124,000 XP total) for defeating the dragon turtle after its Blessing of the Sea activates. Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If the dragon turtle fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed

Reckless Steps

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

what words they’re searching for and then find them in the tiles. You enter a cobweb-filled room lit by torches on opposite walls. Dust on the floor has collected in grooves that cover rows of five-foot

-square tiles. On the opposite wall, a solitary arch leads from the room. One wall bears the following inscription: Eight appear before your eyes, And eight remain in schooled disguise. Avoid

Aftermath of the Last War

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

Aftermath of the Last War The war is over, but deep rifts remain between Thrane and its neighbors. Aundairian war magic created a blasted wasteland between the two nations. To the east, the conflict

Karrns as agents of darkness. Likewise, Thranes have bitter memories of the conflict with Aundair, and Aundairian wizards or eldritch knights receive a cold reception. For most Thranes, the war

3. Talking Heads

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

. The heads in the jars are specimens that Halaster has collected throughout Undermountain: goblins, drow, kuo-toa, duergar, troglodytes, githyanki, mind flayers, and other creatures. Although detached

from their bodies, the heads remain alive and sedate as a result of Halaster’s magic. Tapping on a jar is enough to stir a head to consciousness. The heads speak only the languages they knew in life

The Last War

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

. Conflict over the succession spiraled into outright war between the Five Nations. The Last War was a bitter struggle that forever changed the shape of Khorvaire. It was a century marked by shifting

nations to the negotiating table, and the Last War came to an end in 996 YK with the Treaty of Thronehold. Although many celebrated the end of the war, others remain unsatisfied with its outcome. No

The House's Domain

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

, rageful impressions, but a few powerful personalities remain. These remnants belonged to inhabitants of the house, desperate individuals like Mara Silvra and Dalk Dranzorg. Fractured and angry, the

collective spirits within the house brood amid bitter dreams. Yet when strangers enter the domain, the spirits gradually wake, energizing the one instinct they share: to add to the number of souls bound

Chapter 4: Gith and Their Endless War

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

hostility, and the two groups distanced themselves from one another to pursue their separate agendas. They remain bitter enemies today, each side willing to fight to the death whenever they cross

to team up against the illithids, a combined force of gith could conceivably tip the balance in their favor. But as long as the githyanki and githzerai stay at each other’s throats, their goal of ultimate victory over their original common enemy will likely remain unachieved.

Secrets

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

collected equally damaging secrets on all of you. 4 Conspiracy. A local organization, such as a guild, government, or dragonmarked house, is engaged in dirty deeds, and you have inside information on

them. 5 Deep Cover. You know the secret identity of a seemingly innocent but powerful person who would rather remain anonymous. 6 Empty Threats. Rumors say you collect damaging secrets on anyone, and

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

for survival in the material world, but to keep Maglubiyet at bay in the conflict on the planes. Her children will remain in her care, and if need be she wouldn’t hesitate to take to the field

battle or illness, but an orc can live to about 40, remaining healthy almost up until the end. Luthic’s divine blessing can further extend an orc’s life, though Gruumsh is never happy when

Candlekeep

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

who have a love for or a need of knowledge and who want to pursue such interests alongside fellow seekers. Candlekeep has the largest repository of written lore in Faerûn, including the collected

long since passed. The abundance of these ancillary works makes finding notable tomes an exercise in patience and perseverance. Fortunately, a legion of scholars and sages called the Avowed look after the library and remain vigilant in the care and cataloging of all the knowledge it holds.

Approach by Sea

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

party’s mission. At a predetermined signal or after some period of time, the keelboat will return to see if the characters are ready to be collected. COMBAT NOT REQUIRED The characters are considered

an elite team that can bring back the needed information. They will likely need to fight some of the sahuagin, but must remain quiet as often as possible to avoid becoming overwhelmed. If they can

Denizens

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

Denizens Ten stone giants reside in Deadstone Cleft when the adventurers arrive, including Thane Kayalithica. With the exception of the giant in area 6, who checks on the roc, the giants remain in

pursue fleeing enemies but otherwise remain here. area 6 1 stone giant If the giant hears the roc screeching in area 2, it investigates. Otherwise it remains here. area 9 2 stone giants, 16 mountain

Introduction

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

support. Every dollar is one step closer to the next level. Game on! Mike Mearls November, 2019 ON FIENDS AND FOLIOS Since a treacherous, former servant of mine thought it wise to release my collected

many forces that insist on upsetting it. Some among the Circle of Eight counsel that sharing the lore collected in this volume is the first step to setting the Balance forever off its center. Others

Chapter 1: What Is Eberron?

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

light may have things they regret. The Last War. Eberron has just emerged from a century-long civil war, and the scars of that bitter conflict remain. How did the war affect your character, and how will

adventure and adds a layer of neo-noir intrigue. Stories don’t always end well and there isn’t a perfect answer to every problem. The Last War turned old allies into bitter enemies and destroyed an

The Last War

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

over the succession spiraled into outright war between the Five Nations. The Last War was a bitter struggle that forever changed the shape of Khorvaire. It was a century marked by shifting alliances

fear brought the nations to the negotiating table, and the Last War came to an end in 996 YK with the Treaty of Thronehold. While many celebrated the end of the war, others remain unsatisfied with its

Trickery Domain

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

Spells 1st charm person, disguise self 3rd mirror image, pass without trace 5th blink, dispel magic 7th dimension door, polymorph 9th dominate person, modify memory Blessing of the Trickster

Starting when you choose this domain at 1st level, you can use your action to touch a willing creature other than yourself to give it advantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks. This blessing lasts for 1 hour

Worshiping Athreos

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

he collected the coins anew, the gods would free the River Guide from his service and welcome him into their ranks. Ever since, Athreos has labored, both at ferrying the dead and in search of his

bitter old friend whenever the River Guide draws near. If any mortal has ever truly known Athreos, it is her. Eight Exceptions. Eight times in the course of history, Athreos has purposely allowed a

Adult Emerald Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

. 8 An emerald dragon has been spying for a villainous cabal, ensuring the villains remain one step ahead of the adventurers. Connected Creatures Emerald dragons generally go out of

through their lairs in multiple ways and set traps leading to yawning chasms or pools and flows of lava. Emerald dragons take great pains to hide the chambers that house their hoards and collected lore

Ancient Emerald Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

emerald dragon has been spying for a villainous cabal, ensuring the villains remain one step ahead of the adventurers. Connected Creatures Emerald dragons generally go out of their way to

to hide the chambers that house their hoards and collected lore, often using illusion magic and subtle construction around the natural features of their lairs to conceal their central hoard chambers

The Serpent Hills

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

opportunity for another meal. A hill giant retreats when reduced to half its hit points or fewer, preferring prey that does not fight back. Unmarked Grave A low rise covered in hastily collected rocks

all that remain of the many lost settlements of the Serpent Hills. Lizardfolk Lizardfolk regularly hunt and gather food for their yuan-ti masters, grabbing humanoid settlers along the fringes of the hills when they can.

Lorinda's Powers and Dominion

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

famine and aberrant livestock. Those in her service rarely produce offspring and so petition her for hexblood children (see chapter 1). All Mother asks of her followers in return for her blessing is that

they love her best, remain watchful for those of weak faith, and offer seasonal sacrifices (see “Viktal and the Tithe”). Mother’s Minders. Servants of Mother prove their faith through song, rustic

Isolde

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

, Zybilna was impressed by her. She enlisted a powerful fiend known only as “the Caller” to corrupt and slay all of Isolde’s companions, leaving Isolde alone, bitter, and vulnerable. The insidious archfey

they would become the masters of hers. To appease Zybilna, this arrangement would remain in place only until the two carnivals crossed paths again. Zybilna was intrigued enough by the shadar-kai to

The Dead Three

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

living in such a dangerous city. As a result, few desperate elders seek the blessing of the Lord of Bones. Those who do, though, tend to be both cagey and wealthy, which means that although Myrkul’s

place in Baldurians’ fears, their faiths currently have only the shallowest roots in the city. Followers of the Dead Three have done more to incite dread than faith. As a result, their numbers remain

The Dead Three

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer

living in such a dangerous city. As a result, few desperate elders seek the blessing of the Lord of Bones. Those who do, though, tend to be both cagey and wealthy, which means that although Myrkul’s

place in Baldurians’ fears, their faiths currently have only the shallowest roots in the city. Followers of the Dead Three have done more to incite dread than faith. As a result, their numbers remain

The Serpent Hills

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

the opportunity for another meal. A hill giant retreats when reduced to half its hit points or fewer, preferring prey that does not fight back. Unmarked Grave. A low rise covered in hastily collected

dry wells are all that remain of the many lost settlements of the Serpent Hills. Lizardfolk. Lizardfolk regularly hunt and gather food for their yuan-ti masters, grabbing humanoid settlers along the fringes of the hills when they can.

Iroas's Champions

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

, expected to hurl themselves at danger when it presents itself. Iroas holds a bitter grudge against his brother Mogis, and Iroas’s champions often counter the agents of the god of carnage. As the

, and he proudly bestows his blessing on them. Every subsequent engagement only enhances the characters’ reputation as skilled, steadfast warriors without peer. Their actions inevitably lead to a

Killmoulis

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

day’s worth of food with its long nose. In return, it then uses its magic to enhance the travelers’ comfort as they rest. A Bitter Reproach. A killmoulis will follow after any party that has provided it

Perception 14 Languages Common, Sylvan, telepathy 60 ft. Challenge 0 (10 XP) Actions Slam. Melee Weapon Attack: −1 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 1 bludgeoning damage. Blessing of

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

other creatures, because such objects are more likely to be in good condition and thus more useful or valuable. When they go after items that aren’t free for the taking, kobolds try to remain

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

Wandering Emporium Businesses

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

specifically. Burney is under the effect of a permanent mind blank spell, and cannot be detected by magical or mundane means unless she wishes it. In exchange for this blessing, Burney can take no direct

Burney so desires, she can instantly transport herself to the court of Bahamut via a powerful blessing akin to the plane shift spell. Barber Pricing. Burney charges 1 gp for each service involving

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