blows building diffusing constructs ranger

Istarian Drone

Monsters Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

damage, and vulnerability to thunder damage. On a successful save, the creature takes half as much damage and isn’t restrained.Istarian drones are ancient Constructs made of marble and gleaming metal

scuttling insectile legs and barbed, scythe-shaped arms for carrying and placing building materials. The drones create a viscous gel that hardens into crystalline mortar, which they can repurpose to restrain attackers.Lightning, Poison

Swarmkeeper

Classes Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

force in battle, as 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 Swarmkeepers enjoy building vibrant communities that work for the mutual benefit of all those they consider part of their swarm. A Swarmkeeper’s swarm and spells are reflections of the

Swarmkeeper (TCoE)

Classes Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

force in battle, as 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 Swarmkeepers enjoy building vibrant communities that work for the mutual benefit of all those they consider part of their swarm. A Swarmkeeper’s swarm and spells are reflections of the

Ancient Deep Dragon Legacy

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

shipping business. 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

, they use local settlements—and any competent visitors—as pawns in their struggle. 4 An ancient deep dragon has put the folk of a city to work building the dragon a metropolis to rule

Zox Clammersham

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

allows him to command the scaladar. He has put the constructs to work building a device he calls the Simulacrux. This device will, in theory, create a simulacrum of any scaladar that passes through

Building a Party

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica

Building a Party It’s possible to put together a diverse party of D&D characters drawn from a single guild. The guild descriptions in chapter 2 offer suggestions for what such a party might look like

. Choose a guild and refer to its description in chapter 2 for suggestions on building the party around it. 2 Classic Party. Boros or Selesnya cleric (Life Domain), Azorius or Boros fighter (Champion

Building a Party

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

Building a Party You can assemble a diverse party of D&D characters drawn from a single dragonmarked house. Conversely, your party can include members of different houses united by alliances or

Deneith Fighter, a Jorasco Cleric, a Medani Wizard, and a Phiarlan Monk are assigned to protect important people. 3 Bounty Hunters. A Sivis Bard, a Tharashk Barbarian, a Tharashk Ranger, and a Vadalis

Swarmkeeper

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

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

Swarmkeepers enjoy building vibrant communities that work for the mutual benefit of all those they consider part of their swarm. IT’S YOUR SWARM A Swarmkeeper’s swarm and spells are reflections of the

Miner's Exchange

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

building’s foundation. Standing to one side is Guild Master Halia, her expression tense as she barks orders. Guild Master Halia Thornton leads the building repair efforts. If a character attempts to talk

with Halia, the guild master says tersely that she’ll be happy to talk after she’s certain the building won’t collapse. Hex Sharpe The destruction of the cornerstone weakened the foundation of the

18. Study

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

a breeze blows through the area. Thousands of sheets of heavy paper then fly into the air in a great whirlwind, slashing at any creature in the area. One distinct storm of paper forms around each

character on the first round. Every round after that, two more cyclones form, to a maximum of three per character. Treat these paper whirlwinds as swarms of ravens, but they are constructs instead of

Arrival at Korth

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fated Flight of the Recluse

bodyguard (Medium Guard Captain). The four warforged are Constructs instead of Humanoids. A character that takes the Study action and succeeds on a DC 11 Intelligence (History) check identifies that the

interest in characters who display particular skill in violence should their dealings come to blows. Treasure Whether to Kreffik or to the characters, Baron Zorlan tenders payment in a chest containing

Istarian Drone

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

Istarian Drone Istarian drones are ancient Constructs made of marble and gleaming metal inlaid with crystals that flash with sparks of electricity. Created to build the fantastic structures that once

marked the glory of Istar, these drones resemble short, stout mantises. They have four scuttling insectile legs and barbed, scythe-shaped arms for carrying and placing building materials. The drones

18. Study

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

a breeze blows through the area. Thousands of sheets of heavy paper then fly into the air in a great whirlwind, slashing at any creature in the area. One distinct storm of paper forms around each

character on the first round. Every round after that, two more cyclones form, to a maximum of three per character. Treat these paper whirlwinds as swarms of ravens, but they are constructs instead of

Caves of Hunger Locations (H22-H31)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

-high ceiling of this cavern is a forest of icicles, some of which have grown to a length of five feet or more. Embedded in the south wall is a cylindrical, domed building made of seamless black stone

and decorated with faintly glowing constellations. Rime-covered statues of human wizards stand in front of this building, gazing outward from atop three-foot-high stone pedestals. The building and

3. Determine Ability Scores

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

from the ability score and then divide the result by 2 (round down). Write the modifier next to each of your scores. BUILDING BRUENOR, STEP 3 Bob decides to use the standard set of scores (15, 14

, paladin Racial Increases Mountain dwarf (+2), Dragonborn (+2), Half-orc (+2), Human (+1) Dexterity Important for: Monk, ranger, rogue Racial Increases: Elf (+2), Halfling (+2), Forest

Captain Dapplewing's Manor

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

Captain Dapplewing’s Manor, the building is closed and locked from 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m. Because it holds many valuable antiques and volumes of sensitive research, security measures are in place in

top and bottom of the steps leading inside the building in area C1. These circles are permanent, customized teleportation circles. Anyone can move onto a circle and mentally focus on the floor to which

Smoldertown (Areas L7–L9)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

deliver unrefined ore to the foundry. Map 5.2 includes an inset map that shows the foundry’s interior, which is one large, open space. The building has no ceiling, allowing heat and smoke to escape

tinker’s tools. L8: Motherlode Tavern Hanging above the entrance of this grimy stone building is a painted wooden sign that depicts gemstones pouring from a flagon. A minor magical effect causes the

Sanctuary

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

. The temple is a large building, made of fieldstone with a peaked slate roof, and square in shape. It is taller than most other buildings in town. Inside, the altar occupies the middle of the temple

for a plan. Time is pressing. While characters are inside the temple, remind them of the booming blows of the battering ram against the front doors and the frightened townsfolk. How much time you allow

Sanctuary

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

. The temple is a large building, made of fieldstone with a peaked slate roof, and square in shape. It is taller than most other buildings in town. Inside, the altar occupies the middle of the temple

for a plan. Time is pressing. While characters are inside the temple, remind them of the booming blows of the battering ram against the front doors and the frightened townsfolk. How much time you

Building a Dungeon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

Building a Dungeon When you set out to create a dungeon, think about its distinctive qualities. For example, a dungeon that serves as a hobgoblin stronghold has a different quality from an ancient

dungeon. You can roll on the table or choose an entry that inspires you. Dungeon Location d100 Location 01–04 A building in a city 05–08 Catacombs or sewers beneath a city 09–12 Beneath a farmhouse 13

Locations in Wisteria Vale

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

because they are constructs, they do so when Quill is around. In the evenings when Quill visits the village, Ulrich always insists that Quill perform for an enraptured audience that never seems to get

village’s everyday events. W6. Manor The manor on the northern edge of Wisteria Vale stands out as the biggest and most ornate building in the village, two stories tall and made of white stone that gleams when the light catches it.

Secret of the Black Cabin

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

Secret of the Black Cabin The Black Cabin was built by a ranger of the Far North long before the founding of Ten-Towns. When he moved on, the lodge became a refuge for others seeking sanctuary from

himself for his failure. He welcomes the company of others, but anyone who questions his motives or mocks his invention quickly loses his favor. He spent months locked away in the cabin, building the

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

other than necessity Dedicating a building or making a sacrifice to any god, including Nylea Protecting a city or farm from natural dangers Nylea’s Devotee Piety 3+ Nylea trait As a devotee of Nylea

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

the world in a concrete way through acts such as these: Turning a wild field into fertile cropland Feeding those who are starving Defending a farm from monsters Building or restoring a temple to

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

creature Building or restoring a temple to Pharika, or a site that glorifies serpentine creatures Your piety score to Pharika decreases if you diminish Pharika’s influence in the world, contradict her

Deep Dragon Adventures

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

dragon neighbor. 3 A disguised deep dragon offers access to rare artifacts—to a party who is willing to partner up on a seafood shipping business. 4 A talented young ranger is kidnapped by a

has put the folk of a city to work building the dragon a metropolis to rule in the center of a vast underground salt lake.

Locations in Saltmarsh

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

building has sleeping quarters for rent on the upper floor, usually sufficient to accommodate the slow stream of travelers making their way through Saltmarsh on the way to somewhere else. Those who seek an

noble family, this building was purchased by the crown and serves as the dwarven mining company’s headquarters in Saltmarsh. Manistrad Copperlocks stays here when she must do business in town

Red Larch Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

carved wooden scimitar emblazoned with the inn’s name in red paint on both sides. An inn yard with stables and outbuildings lies behind the building. The Swinging Sword is welcoming and luxurious by the

and legs, she looks like an adventurer. She has idle dreams of traveling the North and slaying dragons, but she is far more interested in building a mercantile empire and outgrowing Red Larch someday

Southern Isles

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

fascinated — some say obsessed — with building mechanical wonders. Though they employed magic from time to time, the whole island smelled like sawdust, grease, and freshly scraped metal, as shop after shop

auctions up and down the Sword Coast, and such golem-like constructs are usually the province of wizards, not tinkerers. Nelanther Take an old salt’s advice and beware the Pirate Isles of the Sea of Swords

Middle Level (M1-M9)

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

wall opposite the entrance. M2. Patio A semicircular patio paved with gray flagstones is nestled against the building, lit by the swirling indigo miasma that surrounds the mansion. M3. Library Tall

Medium swarm of Tiny constructs Armor Class 12 (natural armor) Hit Points 22 (4d8 + 4) Speed 0 ft., fly 30 ft. (hover) STR 10 (+0) DEX 13 (+1) CON 12 (+1) INT

The Village

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

village sits in a sheltered spot near the center of the iceberg. When the wind blows—which is most of the time—snow whips off the surrounding drifts and surrounds the settlement in a swirling shroud

adventurers and speak the truth of her people’s plight. A druid, ranger, or some other character who can truthfully express an understanding of the shaman’s animal totem-based faith has advantage on

The Village

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

village sits in a sheltered spot near the center of the iceberg. When the wind blows — which is most of the time — snow whips off the surrounding drifts and surrounds the settlement in a swirling

speak the truth of her people’s plight. A druid, ranger, or some other character who can truthfully express an understanding of the shaman’s animal totem-based faith has advantage on this check

Underlevel Locations

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

on the floor. Four mechanical constructs resembling wolf-sized, dog-headed cockroaches march in a circle around the perimeter of the cylinders. The constructs are four skitterwidgets (see the end of

mechanical constructs, all in various stages of completion. Components and parts are scattered across the tables and the floor. Skittering around in the debris are three creatures that look like oversized

Death Tyrant

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

rays to destroy every creature it encounters, then building an army of undead. If left unchecked, a death tyrant might wipe out the population of a city in weeks, then set its undead eye on wider

awakens if it takes damage or another creature takes an action to wake it. This ray has no effect on constructs and undead. Petrification Ray. The targeted creature must make a DC 17 Dexterity saving

Warforged Colossus

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

mountains, in the Mournland, filled with secrets and waiting to be explored. History of the Colossi House Cannith spent much of the war working on various kinds of constructs that could serve as soldiers

the warforged were, though, House Cannith never lost interest in building a better titan. Cyre didn’t lose its desire for deadly weapons that could give it an edge over its enemies, and tremendous

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