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Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
hierarchs, such as productivity reports to septon modron;septons and diagnostic data to decaton modron;decatons. Octons have eight mechanical tentacles which they use to manipulate objects and defend
obeys commands from the rank directly above it and in turn acts as the superior to the rank directly below it, passing down commands from paragons of law to the lowliest monodrone. While most modrons
Monsters
Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
, ending the effect on itself on a success.Ziraj is a half-orc hunter who wields an oversized bow that shoots correspondingly large arrows. He is the Master of Assassination for the Black Network. If Ziraj
Ziraj's prey, or Ziraj might come to their aid to eliminate a common enemy. He's the strong, silent type.
The City Watch has received reports of a figure who haunts the rooftops of Waterdeep — a
Equipment
This tarry substance harvested from the dark boughs of the death’s head willow is a powerful intoxicant. It can be smoked as a concentrate or injected directly into the bloodstream. A creature
subjected to a dose of black sap cannot be charmed or frightened for 1d6 hours.
For each dose of black sap consumed, a creature must succeed on a DC 15 Constitution saving throw or become poisoned for 2d4 hours—an effect that is cumulative with multiple doses.
Magic Items
The Book of Many Things
This black studded leather armor bears a red sheen. While wearing this armor, you can use a bonus action to summon a projection of yourself in an unoccupied space within 30 feet of yourself. The
, continuously hearing whispers that call for you to join them. Whenever you finish a long rest while cursed, you must make a DC 11 Charisma saving throw. On a failed save, your soul is drawn from your body and
Monsters
Curse of Strahd
black tentacles, polymorph
5th level (2 slots): cloudkill, geas, scrying
6th level (1 slot): programmed illusion, true seeing
7th level (1 slot): finger of death, mirage arcane
8th level (1 slot
received several disturbing reports, Queen Ravenovia was forced to banish the midwife from the kingdom. Lysaga never saw Strahd again, but she has succeeded in staying alive to witness the triumphs of
Magic Items
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
it is an artificial human.
Dimir Keyrune (Very Rare). This keyrune, carved from black stone accented with steel, resembles a stylized horror. On command, it transforms into an intellect devourer that
over someone’s body, either to impersonate that person for a brief time or to extract secrets from their mind. When the mission is complete, the creature returns to you, reports its success
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
clothes, and a pouch containing 15 gp
Factions of the Sword Coast
The lack of large, centralized governments in the North and along the Sword Coast is likely directly responsible for the
from many walks of life, setting them to tasks that serve the goals of the Black Network but aren’t necessarily criminal in nature. Agents of the Black Network must often work in secret, and are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
continuously stoops, as if trying to occupy as little space as possible. Several activities and clubs that involve feats of strength and size continuously try to recruit him—to no avail. Drazhomir prefers
for stirring poems written in old tongues, reading them to the rest of the group in a soft, resonant voice that comes directly from his soul.
Extracurriculars: Dead Languages Society
Job
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
+ 2 drow elite warriors wearing the insignia of House Auvryndar. The leader of such a patrol is always a female drow who reports directly to Zress Orlezziir. Most drow patrols are spoiling for a fight; if a battle turns against them, however, they withdraw to a more defensible location.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
characters recorded in their mimir during part 2 and whether their reports on the Outlands were accurate, inconsistent, or skewed. Consult the Mimir Restoration Tracker from chapter 4, and choose
eager to lead its followers directly to Mechanus, where they can make an unremarkable report. Inconsistent If the characters provided inconsistent details about the Outlands—several accurate and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rrakkma
with small depressions at regular intervals. Water rapidly and continuously drips from the ceiling into the center of each depression. Manacled chains bound to the floor are mounted near many of the
drive them completely insane. A successful DC 25 Intelligence (Investigation) check turns up a rather sizeable black pearl (pearl of power) that seems to have found its way to the bottom of one of the depressions. Treasure & Rewards The characters may find the following treasure. A pearl of power
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
, which makes this morning’s raid troubling. She suspects the black dragon is related to the pirates’ new brutality. Mayor Gale offers the characters 500 GP to infiltrate the Corsairs’ hideout in
characters seem unmotivated and Mayor Gale is Friendly, she increases the payment to 800 GP—her entire personal savings. The mayor stresses that there is no time to waste, as reports indicate a storm will hit Respite this evening.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Zhentarim believes intrigue in Yartar is to blame: someone wants to harm the Black Network’s profits. Zhentarim agents first suspected the Harpers, but trusted spies recently reported back that an
unknown organization seems to be at work in Yartar. None of the reports that reach the Bargewright Inn contain any hint of the truth, but the troublemakers are members of the Kraken Society, trying to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Creating a Black Dragon Use the Black Dragon Personality Traits and Black Dragon Ideals tables to inspire your portrayal of distinctive black dragon characters, and use the Black Dragon Spellcasting
table to help select spells for a spellcasting dragon. Black Dragon Personality Traits d8 Trait
1 I demonstrate my brilliance through the cruel subtlety of my actions.
2 Watching the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
produced by the nearby elemental node. Unlike the members of the other three cults, the Black Earth cultists have easy access to the surface. This quarter of the temple complex lies almost directly
Temple of Black Earth When the elemental prophets were drawn to Tyar-Besil, the servants of elemental earth took control of the northeast quarter of the dwarven ruins. Long ago, this area served as
Ancient Deep Dragon
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Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
cousins of chromatic dragons. The warped magical energy of their subterranean realm gives them the ability to exhale magical spores that instill fear and scar the mind.
Deep dragons’ black-and
once every hundred years, when they choose targets for a deadly hunting spree.
3
Two ancient deep dragon;ancient deep dragons fight over territory. Unwilling to move against each other directly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
The Zhentarim Members of the shadowy Black Network consider themselves part of an extended family, and rely on the larger organization for resources and security. The Zhentarim recognizes and
full extent of the threat, as corruption and madness have already infiltrated their secret outpost since those initial reports (see chapter 9). However, even the most cautious member of the Zhentarim
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
) check reveals the following: One of the dead male humans has a black, winged snake (the symbol of the Black Network) tattooed on his right forearm. The dead gnome has dry waste on his boots and cloak
with a successful DC 13 Dexterity (Sleight of Hand) check. On a failed check, the character still acquires the pouch, but someone observes the theft and reports it to City Watch constables once they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
guide them to a deserted pier where they can dock quietly. He warns them that they have to keep a low profile and head directly to the only inn in the city devoted to outsiders. The Ghohlbrorn’s Lair is
like the teeth of some great maw.
Light. Gracklstugh’s glowing forges and smithies operate continuously. Most of the city is dimly lit by a hellish red glow, with patches of darkness here and there
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
a writing desk, several smaller tables stacked with inventories and reports, and four beautiful but uncomfortable wooden chairs. Among the papers on the desk are Rezmir’s notes describing the portal
beneath the castle and how to operate it, including its command word (“Draezir”). Treasure Two matched onyx carvings of black dragons flank the top of the staircase. A serious collector would pay up to 3,000 gp for the pair. They are three feet tall and weigh 400 pounds apiece.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
a writing desk, several smaller tables stacked with inventories and reports, and four beautiful but uncomfortable wooden chairs. Among the papers on the desk are Rezmir’s notes describing the portal
beneath the castle and how to operate it, including its command word (“Draezir”). Treasure Two matched onyx carvings of black dragons flank the top of the staircase. A serious collector would pay up to 3,000 gp for the pair. They are three feet tall and weigh 400 pounds apiece.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
, a githyanki knight with 140 hit points, stands at a 5-foot-diameter round table in the center of the room, poring over reports written in Gith that document recent clashes with the mind flayers on
small, shiny, black metal chest next to it (see “Treasure” below). Mounted on other walls are thirteen stuffed mind flayer heads.
Secret Trapdoor. A secret trapdoor in the floor under the table opens
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
characters can get a good glimpse of Vidorant and several associates, which can aid the characters in creating disguises. Vidorant is a tall elf woman with sleek black hair. She usually wears black
directly. While no one in the Silver Fingers Society would dare help Vidorant right now, she still has a few informants and cronies from outside the organization. If the characters watch her long enough
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
raid just as another group returns, laden with severed heads, sacks of loot, and armfuls of food. Warriors also serve as scouts, bringing back detailed reports about the surrounding area so that the
area is at risk. If orcs come upon a target that is too large to assault directly, they will lurk along supply routes, taking out their frustration on caravans and travelers. Left unchecked, a tribe can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Reckless Hate When the characters defeat a second elemental temple, the offended cult strikes back. Through divinations, spy reports, or visions bestowed by the Elder Elemental Eye, the cultists
devastation orb of air One Black Earth priest, two Black Earth guards, and four Sacred Stone monks armed with a devastation orb of earth One Eternal Flame priest, three Eternal Flame guardians, and one
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Gate are abuzz with soldiers rushing reports in and orders out. Amid the activity stands Marshal Vendri, issuing sharp commands to an endless array of lieutenants. Every so often, the marshal’s gaze
passes through the tangle of soldiers to the field beyond the walls.
There, thousands of soldiers in red and black raise the Dragon Army’s camp beyond the reach of Kalaman’s defenders. War machines roll
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
angelic figures entwined with grape vines. The light from above falls directly on a silver statuette. A cloaked figure is draped over the altar, and a black mace lies on the floor near its feet.
The
damage on a successful one. The statuette is safe for all creatures to handle once it is no longer in contact with the altar. Gustav’s corpse wears a handsome, fur-lined black cloak embroidered with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hold Back The Dead
that the horde approaches. Distant shapes of skeletal soldiers and shambling corpses appear around nearby hills in several directions. Just then, a sickly black fog seeps from the ground in a ring
into its rotting flesh. The zombies lumber directly toward the wall and stay there. The skeleton soldiers advance and make ranged attacks until they can get up a ladder to fight in melee. The zombies
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
mines. Others were sent down to the Temple of the Black Earth (see chapter 4). Other troubles have also surfaced recently, including some that might directly affect the characters. Tailor the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
north.
Captain Hask Captain Hask, an aurak draconian (see appendix B), is writing reports at the desk. Hask knows all the soldiers in his unit, and the characters can convince Hask they’re Dragon
. Hask is a devout servant of the Dragon Queen and fights to the death. Command Intelligence. The desk is covered in reports to Hask’s superior, referred to as “Glorious Belephaion.” A character who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
dripping water echoes continuously.
The lower portion of the room (10A) is 15 feet below the ledge. Wooden steps have been built down to the lower floor. As in room 7, the steps are enclosed in a
below. The cavern extends into darkness beyond the range of their light. They need to go down the stairs and explore the area directly to discover its full extent. Characters standing along the ledge
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
dripping water echoes continuously. The lower portion of the room (10A) is 15 feet below the ledge. Wooden steps have been built down to the lower floor. As in room 7, the steps are enclosed in a stout
below. The cavern extends into darkness beyond the range of their light. They need to go down the stairs and explore the area directly to discover its full extent. Characters standing along the ledge
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Cult of the Black Earth The earth cult worships the implacable strength and unyielding resistance of elemental earth. Cultists seek the power to destroy the works of civilization with landslides
living rock and soil. They believe the earth thirsts for the blood of those who don't venerate it before all other powers and beings. The Cult of the Black Earth appeals to those who draw their fortunes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
14. Chapel of Evil The chanting heard throughout the tomb originates in this chapel, whose pews are filled with more than two dozen worshipers — and, oddly, with two large chunks of rough black stone
watch, one of them collapses — and is suddenly and horrifyingly petrified into another chunk of black stone.
At the far end of the chapel, a handsome priest stands behind an altar block that glows an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Council. Of the seventeen members of Sharn’s city council, four have close ties to the Boromar Clan—including one, Ilyra Boromar, who reports directly to the head of the syndicate. These four vote as
directly for the them or pay tribute in exchange for independence. The Boromars control a vast network of extortion, blackmail, and graft that extends throughout the city, and their influence reaches






