blood before diffusing champions ranger

Bone Knight

Monsters Eberron: Rising from the Last War

hit, range 150/600 ft., one target. Hit: 5 (1d8 + 1);{"diceNotation":"1d8+1","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Longbow","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage.Bone knights are the champions of

sinister goals of Lady Illmarrow. Karrnathi Patriots. Early in the Last War, Karrnath turned to the necromancers of the Blood of Vol to bolster the nation's army with undead forces. The skeletons and

Valenar High Elf

Species Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

she danced toward the chieftain. In a moment the song of steel was over. Caerys watched as the warlord fell to the ground. With a contemptuous snap of her wrist, she flicked the blood from her blade

they came to Khorvaire, they battled the champions of the goblin empire. The greatest heroes of those struggles live on after death, known as the patron ancestors. When you became an adult, one of

Valenar Wood Elf

Species Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

she danced toward the chieftain. In a moment the song of steel was over. Caerys watched as the warlord fell to the ground. With a contemptuous snap of her wrist, she flicked the blood from her blade

they came to Khorvaire, they battled the champions of the goblin empire. The greatest heroes of those struggles live on after death, known as the patron ancestors. When you became an adult, one of

Rites

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

Sacrament of Blood. After a sermon, each member of the congregation sheds a small amount of blood into a basin. This is a symbol of unity, and a message that members of the community would shed their blood to defend one another. In some temples, this blood is donated to vampire champions of the faith.

Rites The services of the Blood of Vol focus on drawing the faithful together as a community and encouraging people to find power within themselves. The most important ritual of the faith is the

Adult Deep Dragon Legacy

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

. 4 A talented young ranger is kidnapped by a deep dragon who wants a hunting partner. 5 A friendly young copper dragon seeks an entourage, hoping to impress the deep dragon holding the

them from mind flayer;mind flayers, but the dragon is uninterested in meeting with them despite their repeated petitions. 4 A nest of vampire;vampires has developed a taste for deep dragon blood

Pharika's Champions

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

Pharika’s Champions The champions of Pharika are custodians of her experiments, keepers of her secrets, and practitioners of her esoteric arts. They serve as doctors, herbalists, and advisors as

often as they do assassins and poisoners. The Pharika’s Quests table suggests a few adventures the god’s champions might involve themselves in. Pharika’s Quests d6 Adventure Goal 1 Concoct the

Interesting Things About Thrane

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

darkness. Champions of the light find support and hospitality, but any character who dabbles with dark forces—necromancers, warlocks, and the like—finds Thrane a dangerous, unwelcoming place. The feudal

system of nobility remains in place, but ultimate authority rests in the hands of the church. Queen Diani ir’Wynarn is the “blood regent,” serving as a symbolic advisor to the Keeper of the Flame. A small fraction of the population would like to see the traditional monarchy restored to power.

Karrnathi Characters

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

weapons are prefered. Battlemasters and Champions are both sound archetypes for fighters, while Karrnathi wizards are typically Evokers or Necromancers. Heavy Armor Master, Sentinel, and Tough are all

. How do you feel about the undead? Are you a follower of the Blood of Vol who considers the undead to be a practical tool? Do you have a relative or friend currently serving? Or do you despise the Blood of Vol and the use of necromancy?

Nylea's Champions

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

Nylea’s Champions Nylea is one of the more active of the gods in the mortal realm, but she can’t be everywhere at once. Her heroes are her eyes, ears, and arrows on Theros, defending her interests

anywhere and anytime she can’t. The Nylea’s Quests table suggests a few adventures the god’s champions might involve themselves in. Nylea’s Quests d6 Adventure Goal 1 Free a hydra that has

Sahuagin Baron

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

. These boons elevate the recipients’ status among their kind, and they become champions or leaders. Sahuagin barons’ blood is infused with profane magic capable of searing their enemies and making these

Gear Breastplate, Trident Senses Darkvision 120 ft.; Passive Perception 17 Languages Sahuagin CR 5 (XP 1,800; PB +3) Traits Blood Frenzy. The sahuagin has Advantage on attack rolls against any

Heliod as Campaign Villain

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

Heliod as Campaign Villain Whether Heliod is a villain from the beginning of the campaign or takes a villainous turn against his former champions, a campaign centered on Heliod’s arrogance and

. From there, it’s a small step to suppressing the open worship of other gods, then trying to spread both policies to other cities. If the characters are champions of other gods, they might find

Sahuagin Champion

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

Sahuagin Champion Those sahuagin warriors who prove themselves through heroic acts are given both title and status. Sahuagin champions often serve as lieutenants in the sahuagin army, as they do in

(700 XP) Blood Frenzy. The champion has advantage on melee attack rolls against any creature that doesn’t have all its hit points. Limited Amphibiousness. The champion can breathe air and water, but

Mogis's Champions

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

someone who lacks a moral compass. Mogis demands that blood be spilled in his service, preferably the blood of Iroas’s followers. Would-be champions should realize, though, that the god of slaughter

Mogis’s Champions Alignment: Usually chaotic, often evil Suggested Classes: Barbarian, cleric, druid, fighter, warlock Suggested Cleric Domains: War Suggested Backgrounds: Athlete, criminal

Karametra as Campaign Villain

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

mortal lives, the collective force of mortal belief can reshape the gods’ very nature. As a campaign villain, Karametra might seek to return to her blood-soaked origins, sending her champions to

aspect held in check by the power of mortal belief, which paints her as a gentle, mothering source of bounty. She no longer demands blood sacrifices from her worshipers because they no longer believe

Swarmkeeper

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

Swarmkeeper I love insects—organized, relentless, specialized little champions. And aligning their single-minded will with your own: beautiful. Just keep them out of my lab. Tasha Feeling a deep

well as helpful company for the ranger. Some Swarmkeepers are outcasts or hermits, keeping to themselves and their attendant swarms rather than dealing with the discomfort of others. Other

Nylea's Champions

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

Nylea’s Champions Alignment: Usually neutral, often good Suggested Classes: Barbarian, cleric, druid, ranger Suggested Cleric Domains: Nature Suggested Backgrounds: Folk hero, hermit, outlander Most

champions of Nylea understand the cycles of nature—embracing life, death, and rebirth. They might commit violence when necessary but never revel in it, advocating for the proper treatment of animals

A Wide Range of Talents

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

A Wide Range of Talents No matter whether a ranger ranges in the crowded city streets, the trackless wilderness, or the most desolate and confounding planes, all ranger archetypes can find a place in

their work in the Underdark, but shadows are shadows wherever they occur. As a Gloom Stalker ranger, you find solace and refuge in dark alleys, dimly lit back rooms, and the shadowy corners of any

Spirits of the Past

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

Spirits of the Past We are the spiritual anchors of the greatest champions of our people. Through our faith, we keep their spirits from being lost to oblivion. You have been chosen by a hero. Live

end tomorrow, you read it here first! As a Tairnadal elf of Valenar, you were raised on the legends of your people, on tales of champions who battled mighty dragons and armies of giants. When you came

Worshiping Mogis

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

weapon with which to kill his brother. Mogis assembled his champions and sent them out to battlefields, where they collected the essences of rage, hatred, and bloodlust. Under a blood-red moon, Mogis used those ingredients to forge a black iron greataxe of manifest violence, Wrathbringer.

dangerous lot. From the spurned lover thirsting for revenge to the blood-drenched warrior on the battlefield, all honor Mogis with the shedding of blood in anger. Minotaurs are the most ardent worshipers of

What Coalition?

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis

. Vocath enjoys blood sports, and his base houses a gladiatorial arena where champions do battle with fearsome creatures that Vocath has transported from Fyreen. Factions send their greatest warriors to fight in the arena to get Vocath’s attention or to win supplies, weapons, or both.

Dwarves of the Mror Holds

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

. Defining a relationship to these discoveries can be an important element of your character’s background; you might be a Mroranon paladin or ranger dedicated to expunging any trace of daelkyr magic from

assemble champions who can help you explore the ancient ruins beneath your ancestral home. 7 You’ve rejected your clan’s attitude toward daelkyr magic, earning the enmity of powerful dwarves. 8 You want to understand how the other peoples of Khorvaire — especially the goblins and orcs — have fought the daelkyr.

Karametra's Champions

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

Karametra’s Champions Alignment: Usually neutral, often good Suggested Classes: Cleric, fighter, paladin, ranger Suggested Cleric Domains: Life, Nature Suggested Backgrounds: Acolyte, folk hero

, guild artisan, soldier, urchin Most champions of Karametra are advocates of community and family. They typically form tight-knit squads or surrogate families and take care of their people. Karametra’s

Kruphix's Champions

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

Kruphix’s Champions Alignment: Usually neutral Suggested Classes: Bard, cleric, druid, monk, ranger, wizard Suggested Cleric Domains: Knowledge, Trickery Suggested Backgrounds: Hermit, outlander

, sage, sailor Most champions of Kruphix seek to learn the secrets of the universe and maintain the balance of the world. They largely view the other gods as petty and seek to separate themselves from

Karrnathi Undead Soldier

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

lives. Such undead are often found as champions of the Blood of Vol or agents of the Order of the Emerald Claw. Undead Nature. A Karrnathi undead soldier doesn’t require air, food, drink, or sleep

plague. In desperation, King Kaius I embraced the Blood of Vol, whose priests bolstered the armies of Karrnath with undead. Initially, those skeletons and zombies required constant control and served

Pharika's Champions

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

Pharika’s Champions Alignment: Usually neutral, often evil Suggested Classes: Cleric, druid, ranger, rogue, warlock, wizard Suggested Cleric Domains: Death, Knowledge, Life Suggested Backgrounds

: Criminal, guild artisan, hermit, outlander, sage Most champions of Pharika seek to uncover the world’s greatest secrets through science, alchemy, and magic. They are often enamored with the mysteries of

Bone Knight

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

Bone Knight Bone knights are the champions of the Order of the Emerald Claw. Clad in distinctive bonecraft armor—heavy armor adorned with the bones of fallen enemies—these fearsome warriors command

squads of undead soldiers as they pursue the sinister goals of Lady Illmarrow. Karrnathi Patriots. Early in the Last War, Karrnath turned to the necromancers of the Blood of Vol to bolster the nation’s

Elves of Valenar

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

Elves of Valenar Your people are dedicated to the arts of war. Millenia ago, your ancestors fought an epic war against mighty giants. When they came to Khorvaire, they battled the champions of the

you’re a ranger, was your ancestor a famous blademaster, or a stealthy hunter? Was your ancestor chivalrous or merciless? Bold or clever? Whatever their nature, it’s your duty to follow their example

Klothys's Champions

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

Klothys’s Champions Alignment: Usually neutral Suggested Classes: Barbarian, cleric, ranger, warlock Suggested Cleric Domains: Knowledge, War Suggested Backgrounds: Folk hero, hermit, outlander, sage

Most champions of Klothys believe it is their destiny to fulfill a particular role or seek answers to omens they struggle to understand. They are passionate about punishing those who violate the

City of Skophos

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

fortress-palaces of tyrants, the lairs of monstrous oracles, and cavernous indoor markets also stand as destinations at the end of confounding avenues. Priests and warlord champions of Mogis rule the

they are far enough inland that they have little cause to honor Thassa, and many of them view Iroas as an enemy of their people. They worship a more ancient aspect of Karametra, who demands blood to

Ranger: Drakewarden

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

Ranger: Drakewarden They say that rangers tend to look a lot like their bestial companions. That makes Drakewardens among the most attractive of humanoids! -Fizban Your connection to the natural

, the drake hatched from that stone. 4 You ingested a few drops of dragon blood, forever infusing your nature magic with draconic power. 5 An ancient Draconic inscription on a standing

Class Training

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

new techniques of performance and magic. 4 I felt a calling to recount the deeds of champions and heroes, to bring them alive in song and story. 5 I joined one of the great colleges to learn old lore

consequence of my unwavering faith. In taking my vows, I became the holy sword of my religion. Ranger d6 I became a ranger because … 1 I found purpose while I honed my hunting skills by bringing down

Random Encounters

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

–67 1d4 blood hawks 68–70 1 sahuagin champion (see appendix C) 71–74 1 giant shark 75 1 young bronze dragon 76–00 A ship (generated at random) Open Water Encounters (Levels 5–10) d100 Encounter 01

high priestess and 2d4 sahuagin champions (see appendix C for both) 19–25 1 sahuagin baron and 1d4 sahuagin blademasters (see appendix C) 26–28 3d6 reef sharks 29–32 2d6 hunter sharks 33–39 A rank 3

Chapter 1: What Is Eberron?

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

gold, they find a secret that could shatter the fragile peace between the Five Nations… On the deck of an airship, a wizard debates the interpretation of an ancient prophecy with a blood-red dragon

encourages cinematic action and swashbuckling adventure. Neo-Noir Intrigue. Eberron is a world of difficult choices. The line between hero and villain is easily blurred, and even the champions of the

Myths and Deeds

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

number of different tales about the birth of dragons. It also describes how Pharika hid secrets in the blood of basilisks, how the spirits of great warriors are reincarnated in the form of manticores

, and dozens of other tales. The epic poem called The Theriad is another such collection. It describes the exploits of various champions of Heliod, all of whom are simply called “the Champion,” as if

The Drow of Eberron

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

poison their hearts and turn them to her service. Alternately, you could present both Corellon and Lolth as legendary champions from the past. Corellon could be one of the great heroes and patron

question of the story you want to tell. Do you want to preserve the unique cultures of Eberron? Incorporate Corellon and Lolth into those cultures organically? Or explore the idea of these powers just discovering Eberron and awakening hidden memories in the blood of elf and drow?

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