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Soldier
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Backgrounds
Basic Rules (2014)
battlefield. You might have been part of a standing national army or a mercenary company, or perhaps a member of a local militia who rose to prominence during a recent war.
When you choose this background
Let Live. Ideals aren’t worth killing over or going to war for. (Neutral)
6
Nation. My city, nation, or people are all that matter. (Any)
d6
Bond
1
I would still
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
: In recent years, the Zhentarim have become more visible in the world at large, as the group works to improve its reputation among the common people. The faction draws employees and associates
agent. (For instance, consider the words “faith” and “faction” to be interchangeable.)
Your bond might be associated with other members of your faction, or a location or an
Paladin
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Basic Rules (2014)
an orc war band celebrating its recent victory. Silently, he stalks into their midst and whispers an oath, and two orcs are dead before they even realize he is there.
Silver hair shining in a shaft
sacred glade before nature spirits and fey beings, or in a moment of desperation and grief with the dead as the only witness, a paladin’s oath is a powerful bond. It is a source of power that
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
standing national army or a mercenary company, or perhaps a member of a local militia who rose to prominence during a recent war.
When you choose this background, work with your DM to determine which
. (Neutral)
6
Nation. My city, nation, or people are all that matter. (Any)
d6
Bond
1
I would still lay down my life for the people I served with.
2
Someone saved my
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
watches an orc war band celebrating its recent victory. Silently, he stalks into their midst and whispers an oath, and two orcs are dead before they even realize he is there. Silver hair shining in a shaft
glade before nature spirits and fey beings, or in a moment of desperation and grief with the dead as the only witness, a paladin’s oath is a powerful bond. It is a source of power that turns a devout warrior into a blessed champion.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
watches an orc war band celebrating its recent victory. Silently, he stalks into their midst and whispers an oath, and two orcs are dead before they even realize he is there. Silver hair shining in a shaft
glade before nature spirits and fey beings, or in a moment of desperation and grief with the dead as the only witness, a paladin’s oath is a powerful bond. It is a source of power that turns a devout warrior into a blessed champion.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
forever shattered when Strahd led a bloody crusade against the enemies of his family that ended here with the slaughter of hundreds. Struck by the scenic beauty of his most recent conquest and eager to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
Manor (or asking Arnulf the butler) reveals that Vecken still lives on Immar Street, a few blocks away from the manor. All the people in the area know Vecken and speak of him as an example of bravery
.” Ideal. “Good will prevail as long as the strong stand against evil.” Bond. “My frail father needs my care. It is good that I gave up my adventuring life.” Flaw. “When anger and grief take hold of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
, but I obey them. 3 Ambition. The need to improve my station drives my every action. 4 Conquest. I am equal to the sum of the foes I have defeated in combat. 5 Cunning. Those who can see an advantage
in the direst situation deserve respect. 6 Brutality. Overwhelming violence, and those who can deliver it, are worthy of obedience. Devil Bonds d6 Bond 1 I and my comrades fought well in the Blood
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
;n. Recent events in your homeland have led to the abolition of slavery, and a corresponding increase in the traffic between Mulhorand and the distant parts of Faerûn.
Those who leave behind
to learn. (Neutral)
6
Suspicious. I must be careful, for I have no way of telling friend from foe here. (Any)
d6
Bond
1
So long as I have this token from my homeland, I
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
cloudy blue eyes. They run a flower stall in the market. Friendly and a bit wistful, Astra chats with anyone who stops at their stall, as happy to hear the recent news as to make a sale. Astra was a
pruned back, lest they overtake the garden.” Bond. “I am my own person, and I fiercely cherish my independence. I don’t want to owe anyone anything.” Flaw. “I love to talk, which means I don’t always listen to what’s really being said.”
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Shankha Trials, the Riverine’s Shankha, don’t see it. Map 9.1: forest heartView Player Version Amanisha Manivarshi Amanisha Manivarshi is an accomplished dancer and the most recent champion of the
Manivarsha proud by bringing home the Riverine’s Shankha.” Bond. “The folk of the Manivarshi diaspora cling too much to memories. I will give them something new to celebrate.” Flaw. “I am both a child
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
him as honest, optimistic, and extraordinarily lucky. Until recently, he was a member of Force Grey and reported directly to the Blackstaff. In recent months, Meloon has spent much of his time at the
bond with adventurers, and offers a helping hand whenever doing so feels appropriate. The intellect devourer’s primary goals are to steer adventurers away from Undermountain and get them to undertake
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
followed, Jander wandered as a mysterious adventurer, secretly seeking a cure for vampirism. He’s discovered multiple remedies, but none work for him. In recent decades, his attempt to save a fellow
Sunstar’s Traits Ideal. “Vampirism is a curse that must be eradicated—from myself most of all.” Bond. “I will suffer nobly, enduring my curse so I can bring about an end to history’s greatest scourge
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
an annual commemoration of the Meletian conquest of Natumbria. This victory cemented Meletis’s control over the entire peninsula. But in Akros, the month is called Iroagonion, for the Iroan Games
. Iroas carries a battle-worn bronze shield called the Bulwark of Brotherhood. It symbolizes the protective bond shared by all soldiers at war and his determination, ironically, to defeat his own brother
Orc
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
rangers might be familiar with many of these symbols, enabling them to keep their charges from inadvertently stumbling into a tribe’s territory.
Colors of Conquest
Three colors have special meaning
goals of the tribe don’t concern me. Personal glory is what I crave. (Chaotic)
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Savagery. I will not be controlled. (Chaotic)
Orc Bonds
d6
Bond
1
I will defend my
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Traits You can add traits to a creature’s stat block to communicate aspects of the creature’s nature. See the Creature Traits list for sample traits. You can also use traits from other stat blocks in
while it can see an ally within 30 feet of itself. Telepathic Bond. The creature is linked psychically to another creature. While both are on the same plane of existence, they can communicate
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
, blurred by scouring sand. Rubble is all that remains of the portico’s collapsed roof.
A raklupis spyder-fiend named Kalzak and three phisarazu spyder-fiends (for both stat blocks, see appendix A) keep
this unfavorable posting due to his recent failed assault at Carapace Ridge. He’s determined to follow Miska’s order that no one enter Kas’s redoubt. Kalzak engages in delaying conversation to give the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
baduk hall, a raised courtyard that’s the social center of the Phoenix District. Outside the shop, no evidence of the recent attack remains. Baduk Hall The baduk hall is three blocks away from Chin-Hae’s
named Bi Chin-Hae, greets everyone who enters, offering to prepare them a pot of buckwheat or jujube tea. Chin-Hae grows taciturn if asked about the recent attack near his shop or the troubles in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
for tracks discovers boot prints leading into the tomb. The tracks are not recent and belong to the last group of treasure seekers to enter here. 4A. First Puzzle Door A slab of worked stone blocks
Configuration 4B. Second Puzzle Door When the characters move past the first door, read: Another slab blocks the hallway twenty feet beyond the first door. An iron lever is set into the door’s surface, with a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
center of the army, dragging along the equipment of war while surrounded by its users. If slaves have yet to be acquired, goblins and beasts of burden perform this function. Conquest and Occupation
community to continue to produce goods and services. The labor force likely includes more youngsters and elderly than before the goblinoids’ conquest, with a corresponding drop-off in production. In any
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
with sharp features and a toothy smile. His recent forays into trade have made him a local celebrity. Since Anders owns both a fishing fleet and several trading vessels, he can sell his catch at a
into a prosperous town. Above all else, he hates the Sea Princes and wants to see their realm and its slave trade scoured from the earth. Bond. Anders’s mother Petra was the center of his life, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
, but they can provide pointers to someone who does. Fishbone Tavern is located a few blocks from Luskan’s Open Shore docks, close enough that you can smell the sea air and hear the cries of gulls
“The Peg and Hook” below for more on Arla.) Recent word on the street is that Arla continues to be a thorn in Dran Enterprises’ side — and that she’s been marked for exile or elimination. A character
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
charmingly banters with the characters, trying to learn more about why they’re in the region. He offers little in return but is eager to hear about recent events in Kalaman. Expedition Members The elven
and precision.” Ideal. “I take pride in work done to perfection.” Bond. “I’ll show my people what I can do. My name won’t be forgotten.” Flaw. “I won’t accept any course of action that doesn’t put the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Radiant Citadel
even as she worries about the future of her native land.
Speaker Sholeh
In recent years, the weight of leadership has taken a toll on Sholeh. She picks her scales in private as she tries to
the Radiant Citadel.” Bond. “I love the city and all its people. I will do anything for them.” Flaw. “Do I exist only because others need me?”
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
even as she worries about the future of her native land.
Speaker Sholeh
In recent years, the weight of leadership has taken a toll on Sholeh. She picks her scales in private as she tries to
the Radiant Citadel.” Bond. “I love the city and all its people. I will do anything for them.” Flaw. “Do I exist only because others need me?”
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Gullop XIX, a bullywug royal (neutral) is accompanied by a baby crocodile (a Small noncombatant) named Snoodle and protected by five bullywug knights (neutral; see appendix C for their stat blocks). The
safety. Scheming King. The king has only recently come into his position, but already his reign is a troubled one. Sir Talavar’s recent escape through the theft of one of Bavlorna’s prized balloons has
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
communities across Ravnica.Trostani’s Traits Ideal: “In each of us is the strength of all of us.”
Bond: “All will come to the warm embrace of the Conclave.”
Flaw: “I have nothing but anger for those who
, causing them to uproot themselves and become awakened trees (see the Monster Manual for their stat blocks) for 1 minute or until Trostani uses a bonus action to end the effect. These trees understand
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Docents from these ruins, and that the pilgrims consider the items sacred. Mercy also talks about the pilgrims’ recent run-ins with rival salvagers. Mercy mentions two other groups in particular: a
appendix A for both stat blocks). The blades fight until destroyed. They remain tight-lipped if captured, but if a character demands information and succeeds on a DC 15 Charisma (Intimidation) check
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
dragon goes out hunting, a wall of ice blocks the cave’s entrance. But while in residence, the dragon leaves the cave mouth open to let the lair “breathe.” Frozen Stream. The cave’s interior is a
chamber adjoining the stream just inside the cave’s entrance is the dragon’s dining hall; it contains the horrid remnants of recent meals. Rocky Grotto. Past the topmost cascade is the grotto floor
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
must not be repeated.” Bond. “Onyari is my tomb. We must both stay buried.” Flaw. “My time is over. It’s up to the people of the new world to avoid the sins of the past.” Talking with Demelin Once the
party agrees to hear Demelin out, she explains herself. Read or paraphrase the following: “I am Demelin, high wizard of Onyari. You’re not the first visitors my fallen city has had in recent days
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
the battlefield. You might have been part of a standing national army or a mercenary company, or perhaps a member of a local militia who rose to prominence during a recent war. When you choose this
going to war for. (Neutral) 6 Nation. My city, nation, or people are all that matter. (Any) d6 Bond 1 I would still lay down my life for the people I served with. 2 Someone saved my life on the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
with a jagged black crown on his brow and a spiky black gauntlet on one hand. His crown and gauntlet are made of chardalyn. DEEP DUERRA
Deep Duerra is a lawful evil god of conquest and psionic power
their thralls.
While in this temple, Xardorok has the following additional trait: Psychic Conquest. Xardorok deals an extra 5 (1d10) psychic damage to any creature he hits with a weapon attack, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Mister Witch and Mister Light (see their stat blocks earlier in the chapter) are in their wagon throughout the evening, except during the Big Top Extravaganza (which Light attends and Witch does not
Ethereal Plane by using an action and touching both the chest and the replica. Treasure. The chest hidden on the Ethereal Plane (which is worth 5,000 gp) contains recent earnings (210 sp and 70 gp), a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
sightless eye sockets stare up blankly, and a small silver disk is clutched in one of its skeletal hands. A horizontal crevice between two blocks in the south wall glows with faint daylight, marking a
dwarf (see the “Morley’s Debt” adventure hook) All three survivors have been traumatized by the recent attacks, which were unknowingly triggered by Janore Stormswake’s arrival at the hermitage. A fourth






