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Zodar

Monsters Spelljammer: Adventures in Space

aloofness. They simply hover in silence. When a zodar finally performs some significant action, the reasons for that action aren’t always clear. One interpretation of this behavior posits that

struggling to find their new role. A zodar can cause speech to issue from the air around it on three occasions in its lifetime. When it feels compelled to speak, it chooses its words wisely. It can

Donaar Blit'zen

Monsters Acquisitions Incorporated

with spell attacks). He has the following paladin spells prepared: 1st level (4 slots): command, compelled duel, cure wounds, wrathful smite 2nd level (2 slots): aid, branding smite, lesser restoration

, warding bond, zone of truthMultiattack. Donaar makes two attacks with his greatsword or his whip. Greatsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +5;{"diceNotation":"1d20+5","rollType":"to hit","rollAction

Far Traveler

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

good that even if some people you meet have heard of your homeland, they know merely the name and perhaps a few outrageous stories. You have come to this part of Faerûn for your own reasons, which

number of reasons, and the departure from his or her homeland could have been voluntary or involuntary. To determine why you are so far from home, roll on the table below or choose from the options

Mark of Sentinel

feats Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

Compelled Duel, Shield of Faith 2 Warding Bond, Zone of Truth 3 Counterspell, Protection from Energy 4 Death Ward, Guardian of Faith 5 Bigby's Hand

Tabaxi Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

figure responsible for the creation of the tabaxi, gifts each of his children with one specific feline trait. Those tabaxi gifted with curiosity are compelled to wander far and wide. They seek out

tables to customize your character in addition to the trait, ideal, bond, and flaw from your background. The Tabaxi Obsession table can help hone your character’s goals. For extra fun, roll a new

Waterdhavian Noble

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

expect things of you when they know your surname and what it means. Your reasons for taking up adventuring likely involve your family in some way: Are you the family rebel, who prefers delving in

and raised in a different world from the one that most folk know—one that grants you privilege but also calls you to fulfill a duty befitting your station. Your bond might be associated with your

Gaining Inspiration

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

Gaining Inspiration Your DM can choose to give you inspiration for a variety of reasons. Typically, DMs award it when you play out your personality traits, give in to the drawbacks presented by a

flaw or bond, and otherwise portray your character in a compelling way. Your DM will tell you how you can earn inspiration in the game. You either have inspiration or you don’t - you can’t stockpile multiple “inspirations” for later use.

Gaining Inspiration

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

Gaining Inspiration Your DM can choose to give you inspiration for a variety of reasons. Typically, DMs award it when you play out your personality traits, give in to the drawbacks presented by a

flaw or bond, and otherwise portray your character in a compelling way. Your DM will tell you how you can earn inspiration in the game. You either have inspiration or you don’t - you can’t stockpile multiple “inspirations” for later use.

Dimir Operative

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

journals or hidden away in someone’s mind. Even you might not be aware of all the reasons behind the missions you carry out. Sometimes a mission’s sole purpose is to conceal the

. (Chaotic) 6 Nihilism. I don’t believe in anything, and anyone who does is a fool. (Neutral) Bonds d6 Bond 1 I discovered a secret I can’t let

Gruul Anarch

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

Spell Level Spells Cantrip fire bolt, produce flame 1st compelled duel, speak with animals, thunderwave 2nd beast sense, shatter 3rd conjure animals

;AAAAAARRRRggggh! [To live is to feel and express the rage burning in your belly.] (Chaotic) 6 Tradition. The Old Ways must be preserved and upheld. (Any) Bonds d6 Bond 1

Variant Human: Mark of Sentinel

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

of Sentinel Spells table are added to the spell list of your spellcasting class. Mark of Sentinel Spells Spell Level Spells 1st compelled duel, shield of faith 2nd warding bond, zone of truth 3rd counterspell, protection from energy 4th death ward, guardian of faith 5th Bigby’s hand

Mark of Sentinel Traits

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

Sentinel Spells table are added to the spell list of your spellcasting class. Mark of Sentinel Spells Spell Level Spells 1st compelled duel, shield of faith 2nd warding bond, zone of truth

Paladin Spell List

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

Enchantment — Compelled Duel Enchantment C Cure Wounds Abjuration — Detect Evil and Good Divination C Detect Magic Divination C, R Detect Poison and Disease Divination C, R Divine Favor Transmutation

— Locate Object Divination C Magic Weapon Transmutation — Prayer of Healing Abjuration — Protection from Poison Abjuration — Shining Smite Transmutation C Warding Bond Abjuration M Zone of Truth Enchantment

Paladin Spell List

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

Enchantment — Compelled Duel Enchantment C Cure Wounds Abjuration — Detect Evil and Good Divination C Detect Magic Divination C, R Detect Poison and Disease Divination C, R Divine Favor Transmutation

— Locate Object Divination C Magic Weapon Transmutation — Prayer of Healing Abjuration — Protection from Poison Abjuration — Shining Smite Transmutation C Warding Bond Abjuration M Zone of Truth Enchantment

Optional Rule: Loyalty

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

the NPC is currently under a player’s control). An NPC’s loyalty score increases by 1d4 if other party members help the NPC achieve a goal tied to its bond. Likewise, an NPC’s loyalty score increases

party members act in a manner that runs counter to the NPC’s alignment or bond, reduce the NPC’s loyalty score by 1d4. Reduce the NPC’s loyalty score by 2d4 if the character is abused, misled, or

Endless Torment

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

, their psychology never changes and their wounds never heal. Consider the following reasons why a Darklord’s torment remains unignorable and central to a domain’s story: Deathless Returns. Those who

reminders of the Darklord’s inadequacies. When symbolism is too subtle, the literal specters from the Darklord’s past return to haunt them. Unpleasant Hope. The Darklord’s desire—commonly their bond—is

Mausoleum: Summer

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

Cassalanters as the leaders of the cult unless magically compelled to do so. Next Encounter Proceed with encounter 10, “Converted Windmill.” VILLAIN LAIRS Chapters 5 through 8 describe the lairs of the

main villains. The characters might want to explore the lairs for a variety of reasons, including the following: Disrupting the villain’s operation Gaining an audience with the villain (perhaps to

Oath of the Crown

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

spells at the paladin levels listed. Oath of the Crown Spells Paladin Level Spells 3rd command, compelled duel 5th warding bond, zone of truth 9th aura of vitality, spirit guardians 13th

respected. Loyalty. Your word is your bond. Without loyalty, oaths and laws are meaningless. Courage. You must be willing to do what needs to be done for the sake of order, even in the face of overwhelming

The Scarlet Sash

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

secret and will carry that secret to the grave.” Ideal. “Without vigilance, evil runs amok.” Bond. “I love glass. I adore its colors and its polished gleam. Watching glass bend and take different forms

hunters. Personality Trait. “Words fail me often, so I’m happy to let others speak on my behalf.” Ideal. “I would rather eat a snake than fall prey to the trappings of the civilized world.” Bond. “Birds

Things to Do in Tavick's Landing

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

, Tavick’s Landing offers a host of opportunities to enjoy food and entertainment from distant lands. Or you might find yourself here for one of a few specific reasons, such as: Take a chance. The

cot in High Walls, especially if you already have friends or family living there. Bond over blood. The Graystone district in Middle Tavick’s Landing is one of the few places in Breland where the Blood

Meeting Rookledust

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

. “The faster I talk, think, and invent, the faster I can improve my designs.” Ideal. “Not only can I make that, I can make it better!” Bond. “Through invention, we make a more interesting world.” Flaw

weapons.” Realizing the stranger was using her devices for malign reasons, she refused to hand over her inventions. The goblinoids then attacked. She’s happy to come with the characters to Kalaman and

Donaar Blit'zen

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

is Charisma (spell save DC 13, +5 to hit with spell attacks). He has the following paladin spells prepared: 1st level (4 slots): command, compelled duel, cure wounds, wrathful smite 2nd level (2

slots): aid, branding smite, lesser restoration, warding bond, zone of truth Actions Multiattack. Donaar makes two attacks with his greatsword or his whip. Greatsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to

Halfling Tables

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

sleeping giant’s pouch? Of course you can! Halfling Bonds d6 Bond 1 The safety of your village is worth any sacrifice. 2 Nothing is more valuable than friendship and family. 3 You are following

for just one slice when you can have the whole cake. Reasons for Adventuring d6 Reason 1 Peeling taters and herding goats all the time wasn’t your cup of tea. 2 You fell asleep on a raft one day

Genies

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

when bribed or compelled by magic. All genies command the power of their native element, but a rare few also possess the power to grant wishes. For both these reasons, mortal mages often seek to bind

Reproduction

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

process, half-dragons come into being through a variety of means. The Half-Dragon Origin table below offers examples. Dragons create half-dragon progeny for a wide range of reasons. Some dragons create

Gift. Love occasionally blossoms between dragons and creatures of other kinds, and this life bond can result in half-dragon children. Most half-dragons born of love are created as a magical gift

Archon of the Triumvirate

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

beauty with a stern expression and blank white eyes. Eternal Riders. The bond between an archon and its winged felidar mount is so close that the two are sometimes considered a single being, acting

(spell save DC 18, +10 to hit with spell attacks). The archon can innately cast the following spells, requiring no material components: At will: calm emotions, command, compelled duel Mount. If the

NPCs as Party Members

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

a bond of loyalty, gratitude, or love. You can delegate decisions about an NPC’s actions to one of the players, especially in combat, but you can override the player’s decisions to reflect the NPC’s

Loyalty Score by 2d4 if the NPC is abused, misled, or endangered by other party members for purely selfish reasons. A Loyalty Score can never drop below 0. Meaning of Loyalty. An NPC with a Loyalty Score

Asteria

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

Asteria Tinnel Lovitt Though she now travels alone, Asteria still draws much of her power from her bond with Euryale. Asteria is foremost a protector and warrior, traveling the multiverse to uproot

decks from their many dangers—especially from the curse imposed by the Euryale card, which Asteria resents as a defamation of her devoted friend. For this and many other reasons, Asteria tracks down

After the Fall

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

reasons why folk would subject themselves to this dangerous experience are numerous, including: To free themselves from a dark and terrible past. It is said that the Raven Queen can make you confront

travel to a location and simply wait. Most of those who have talked about these visitations say they felt compelled to do her bidding, because the visions imparted by the Raven Queen made it apparent

Dragonmark Feats

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

Spellcasting or Pact Magic class feature, the spells on the Mark of Sentinel Spells table are added to that feature’s spell list. Mark of Sentinel Spells Spell Level Spells 1 Compelled Duel, Shield of

Faith 2 Warding Bond, Zone of Truth 3 Counterspell, Protection from Energy 4 Death Ward, Guardian of Faith 5 Bigby’s Hand Mark of Shadow Dragonmark Feat (Prerequisite: Eberron Campaign, Can’t Have

Guild Membership

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

for you.) Contacts, in comparison, are simply people you know. They might be friends, rivals, or even family members, but their relationship with you is rarely as strong as with a bond. Although the

and respected member of the guild. Other members of the guild have a friendly attitude toward you by default. (Individual members of the guild might have reasons to dislike you despite your renown

Roleplaying a Giant

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

Roleplaying a Giant Giving a giant a personality trait, an ideal, a bond, and a flaw helps to create a more vibrant NPC. You can also give a character background to a giant. The noble background, for

Religion. Of Annam’s many sons, none is greater than my patron deity. (Any) Giant Bonds d6 Bond 1 My clan is the most important influence on my life; our collective place in the ordning depends on

Areas of the Ships

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

, magic missile, misty step, Rary’s telepathic bond, sending, shield, suggestion, thunderwave, water breathing, and web. Locked Trunk. A successful DC 20 Dexterity check by a character using thieves’ tools

(see below). If separated from Jarlaxle and compelled to divulge information about their host, Margo and Khafeyta reveal some or all of the following facts: Zardoz Zord is a drow named Jarlaxle in

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