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Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
of Avernus attempted an expedition to the Feywild long ago, and the forlarren are the bitter reminder of that doomed excursion. The archdevil Fierna—co-ruler of Phlegethos, the fourth layer of the Nine
, set itself up as a petty lord, and rule over all those who fall into its grasp.
A Sinister Cycle. A forlarren in its fey aspect demonstrates self-destructive urges that reflect the inherent tension in
Gladiator
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Player’s Handbook (2014)
defuse any amount of tension.
5
I love a good insult, even one directed at me.
6
I get bitter if I’m not the center of attention.
7
I’ll settle for nothing less than
. Art should reflect the soul; it should come from within and reveal who we really are. (Any)
D6
BOND
1
My instrument is my most treasured possession, and it reminds me of someone
Species
Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
physical state that their minds are ill equipped to deal with. Their memories of events before this interruption are often vague or absent. Occasionally, the most unexpected experiences might cause
tears to your eyes. Is it a bitter or cheerful memory? Does recalling it make you feel the same way?
3
You recall a childhood memory. What about that event or who you were still influences you
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I get bitter if I’m not the center of attention.
7
I’ll settle for nothing less than perfection.
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I change my mood or my mind as quickly as I change key in a song
smiles on people’s faces when I perform. That’s all that matters. (Neutral)
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Honesty. Art should reflect the soul; it should come from within and reveal who we really are. (Any
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
order’s cause.
The “Knightly Orders of Faerûn” sidebar details several of the orders that are active at present and is designed to help inform your decision about which group
reflect the agenda, sentiment, or philosophy of one’s order.
KNIGHTLY ORDERS OF FAERÛN
Many who rightfully call themselves “knight” earn that title as part of an order in
Demilich (Variant)
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Monster Manual (2014)
curse on a success.The transformation into a demilich isn’t a bitter end for all liches that experience it. Made as a conscious choice, the path of the demilich becomes the next step in a dark
Action"}. On a result of 11 or higher, the demilich takes a lair action to cause one of the following effects. It can’t use the same effect two rounds in a row.
The tomb trembles violently for
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
, since I can defuse any amount of tension.
5
I love a good insult, even one directed at me.
6
I get bitter if I’m not the center of attention.
7
I’ll settle for nothing
Honesty. Art should reflect the soul; it should come from within and reveal who we really are. (Any)
d6
Bond
1
My instrument is my most treasured possession, and it reminds
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
, inspired by the example of the angels, moved by the plight of the downtrodden, and devoted to the cause of justice. Or you could be a cynic in the ranks, perhaps because you reluctantly followed in the
Boros emphasis on order and community, or bitter enemies among the guilds that represent chaos and destruction.
Roll twice on the Boros Contacts table (for an ally and a rival) and once on the Non
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
strengthen Thrane resolve. The common people are united by their faith and sure of the righteousness of their cause. The Silver Flame urges people to stand together in the face of evil, and across the nation
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Dragonmarked Characters Some examples of characters with this mark: Paladin Soldier. You’re a Sentinel Marshal, and you feel a divine calling to the cause of justice. You may follow Dol Arrah or the
Silver Flame, but your paladin abilities could reflect the powers of your mark and your devotion to justice. Your “military rank” benefit reflects your authority as a marshal and is recognized by law
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
with. Their memories of events before this interruption are often vague or absent. Occasionally, the most unexpected experiences might cause sensations or visions of the past to come rushing back
Memory
1 You recall a physically painful moment. What mark or scar on your body does it relate to?
2 A memory brings tears to your eyes. Is it a bitter or cheerful memory? Does recalling
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
nation of Cyre was consumed in a magical cataclysm now known as the Mourning. The cause of the Mourning remains unknown; many fear it was caused by unbridled use of war magic. Shock and fear brought the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
to their cause. Each tower sage has magical tattoos on their arms: glowing constellations that magically update to reflect that sage’s hierarchy within the tower’s prophetic order. Though Piyarz claims
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
, memory, or deductive reasoning. The Arcana, History, Investigation, Nature, and Religion skills reflect aptitude in certain kinds of Intelligence checks. Arcana Your Intelligence (Arcana) check
it, or determine the weakest point in a tunnel that could cause it to collapse. Poring through ancient scrolls in search of a hidden fragment of knowledge might also call for an Intelligence
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
, memory, or deductive reasoning. The Arcana, History, Investigation, Nature, and Religion skills reflect aptitude in certain kinds of Intelligence checks. Arcana. Your Intelligence (Arcana) check
dealt it, or determine the weakest point in a tunnel that could cause it to collapse. Poring through ancient scrolls in search of a hidden fragment of knowledge might also call for an Intelligence
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
minor demons akin to quasits. While the larger demons embody evil qualities such as blood lust and torment, these lesser demons reflect the whimsical and chaotic side of Rakdos and his cult. Their
mischievous antics cause disorder and destruction out of proportion to the demons’ small size. Diabolic Demons. Many of the demons of Ravnica are monstrous, winged creatures of human-like form. They are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
take part in the Last War, and if so, in what capacity? If you fought, which nation did you serve? Were you honorably discharged, or did you abandon your cause? If you didn’t take part in the war
, why didn’t you fight and what did you do instead? The following table provides ideas about how a background could reflect a connection to the Last War. Feel free to change the suggested backgrounds
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Green Dragon Treasures Green dragons relish gems and jewelry whose palettes reflect their chosen forest environments, favoring viridescent colors and bursts of floral brilliance. Many develop vast
dragon has no particular loyalty to Tiamat or dedication to her cause; his actions are in his own best interests.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
discover some clue as to the cause of Cyre’s demise. Allies. Prince Oargev has a gift for diplomacy (and a number of talented ambassadors in his employ), which has enabled a widespread campaign of
Khorvaire in the wake of the Last War. Oargev does significant work in reaching out to his displaced subjects, and the majority of them sympathize with his goals and aid his agents. Enemies. Bitter Cyran
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
them a chance to meet the evil cloud giant and convince him to aid their cause. The characters might also want to confront him after meeting the ghost of his dead son, Eigeron, in chapter 4, “The Chosen
orchestrated the king’s abduction. Although they share a disdain for dragons, Blagothkus and Countess Sansuri are bitter rivals. If the characters intend to confront Sansuri (see chapter 9, “Castle of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
prefer to hear instead of the truth, and Phenax is happy to give them what they want. He takes pleasure in finding ways to subvert or corrupt champions of law, order, and justice, turning them to his cause
Lord of the Underworld and the River Guide. Still bitter over Phenax’s deception, Erebos concocts ways to torment the upstart god. Were he to discover a method to slay Phenax and return him to the
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
Cyre was consumed in a magical cataclysm now known as the Mourning. The cause of the Mourning remains unknown, and many fear that it was a consequence of the extensive use of war magic. Shock and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
, and the nature of domains and Darklords all claim part of the answer, but ultimately they reflect aspects of the same cause: nightmare logic. Ravenloft is inherently a vast nightmare. Most of those
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
as long as no other, more powerful force is exerting its influence. For example, flowers might wilt in the presence of a goblin who is terribly unhappy. Similarly, a satyr’s laughter might cause a
smile to appear on the trunk of an inanimate tree nearby. A more powerful creature, such as a hag, can reshape a larger portion of the domain to reflect their emotional state. An archfey is so attuned to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer
line, with notable scions arising from a family in decline; their “reaching to the sky” could reflect their lofty aspirations or their literal piloting of an airship. “Embers spring to life.” Hope
, destructive fire raging to life after long lying dormant, or perhaps even the hatching of a red dragon’s egg. “Five shall rise to cause a dragon’s fall.” The best way to read this line is as a reference
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
forlarren are the bitter reminder of that doomed excursion. The archdevil Fierna—co-ruler of Phlegethos, the fourth layer of the Nine Hells—courted a mighty fey in hopes of luring him into trading
into its grasp. A Sinister Cycle. A forlarren in its fey aspect demonstrates self-destructive urges that reflect the inherent tension in its nature. That aspect might drive it to drink itself nearly to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
bitter if I’m not the center of attention. 7 I’ll settle for nothing less than perfection. 8 I change my mood or my mind as quickly as I change key in a song. d6 Ideal 1 Beauty. When I perform, I
Honesty. Art should reflect the soul; it should come from within and reveal who we really are. (Any) d6 Bond 1 My instrument is my most treasured possession, and it reminds me of someone I love. 2
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
of 20 (24,500 XP). Lair Actions On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties), the demilich rolls a d20. On a result of 11 or higher, the demilich takes a lair action to cause one of the following
demilich is destroyed, these effects fade over the course of 10 days. ACERERAK AND HIS DISCIPLES
The transformation into a demilich isn’t a bitter end for all liches that experience it. Made as a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
those of Dead Three. The demigods Bane, Bhaal, and Myrkul walk among mortals, personally seeking followers to their cause. More than once, it’s rumored, the trio has even trod the streets of Baldur’s
rumored to sleep at the bottom of Gray Harbor. To prove his story, Straightstick uses a splinted old ferry pole as a crutch. Recently, the kingpin has grown bitter about his position, believing he
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
their services to dragons in exchange for membership in a draconic faction. By joining one dragon’s faction, characters might end up locked in bitter strife with a different faction—and characters who
adventuring party might include members of any or all of the five Metallic Orders, each concerned with advancing the cause of their own order while cooperating in pursuit of common goals. The Scaled
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
from the hoard want to return to the dragon’s lair and cause characters to accidentally stray in that direction. Verdant Influence. If coins from the hoard are placed in soil, they encourage lush plant
lingering curse. A dying dragon might pronounce a bitter magical oath upon any who would plunder the dragon’s hoard, or a living dragon might inscribe a dire warning about the foul magic that will be
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
those of Dead Three. The demigods Bane, Bhaal, and Myrkul walk among mortals, personally seeking followers to their cause. More than once, it’s rumored, the trio has even trod the streets of Baldur’s
rumored to sleep at the bottom of Gray Harbor. To prove his story, Straightstick uses a splinted old ferry pole as a crutch. Recently, the kingpin has grown bitter about his position, believing he
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
is haunted by Undead because of a cursed item in the house. 15 Creatures from the Feywild enter the world and cause mischief and misfortune among villagers and their livestock. 16 A hag’s curse is
that has just established a lair. Levels 5–10 Adventure Situations 1d20 Situation 1 A group of cultists has summoned a demon to wreak havoc in the city. 2 A rebel lures monsters to the cause with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
dragon Ephelomon brought news to the gith: Tiamat had pledged many of her red dragon servants to the gith cause. They would refrain from attacking gith and would provide support against the illithids
Vlaakith: she knows how to build fanatics. But alas, fanatics are good for nothing of lasting consequence.
The Bitter Truth In the time since Vlaakith made this promise to her people, she has called
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
and, won over to their cause, he and the rebels marched on the Ergothian capital of Daltigoth. The capital fell, and Vinas Solamnus was crowned king of a new independent nation on the eastern plains
Isle in the west or retreated to the protection of their strongholds and keeps, while others disguised themselves to continue their work. Their power waning, the knights today are locked in a bitter