bond bitter down cause rule

Orlekto

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

to eliminate Hekaton or Serissa presents itself, Orlekto seizes it. Until then, he conceals his treacherous nature. Ideal: “Storm giants should rule the world. Weak leaders have let dragons and

others steal what the gods gave to us!” Bond: “I serve Princess Mirran and her alone.” Flaw: “For Mirran’s love or my revenge, I’d betray my king and my honor.”Lightning, ThunderCold

Jarund Elkhardt

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

in battle. The strain of his long years of rule is etched on his weather-worn face. Jarund's late son, Jarund Twice-Born, was killed almost a decade ago while trying to bring down a cave bear, leaving

strengthen the bond between them. Mjenir believes that the only way to break Auril's spell is to slay the goddess in her home, but Jarund believes that his warriors aren't strong enough to accomplish that task alone.

Amidor the Dandelion

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

tears as faeries collect morning dew. Let me lift your spirits like a seed on the breeze!” Ideal. “The pursuit of true love compels me! Never shall I wilt if I have such a cause to champion

.” Bond. “The beautiful Pollenella—a vision in stripes.” Flaw. “I cannot resist a pretty face or a heavenly scent.”

Isolde

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

known only as “the Caller” to corrupt and slay all of Isolde’s companions, leaving Isolde alone, bitter, and vulnerable. The insidious archfey then befriended Isolde and offered to

do not carry the burden do not eat.” Ideal. “Those most deserving of aid are those who never ask for it.” Bond. “You share a bond with those you travel with, a bond closer

Dragonborn of Bahamut

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

, plus 13 (3d8);{"diceNotation":"3d8", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Longsword", "rollDamageType":"radiant"} radiant damage. The dragonborn can cause the sword to flare with bright light, and the

consider their draconic heritage—chromatic, metallic, or gem—something like a large extended family. But for dragonborn champions, this bond is spiritual as much as biological, and they devote

Gray Render

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

its master.A curious impulse drives the gray render. Despite its hulking form and terrible appetite, it wants most of all to bond with an intelligent creature and, once bonded, to give its life to

to bond with an intelligent creature. When one encounters a suitable master, it sings to that creature—a weird, warbling cry accompanied by scratching at the earth and a show of deference. Once

Dragonborn of Tiamat

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

their draconic heritage—chromatic, metallic, or gem—something like a large extended family. But for dragonborn champions, this bond is spiritual as much as biological, and they devote

themselves to their divine ancestor. Dragonborn champions advance the cause of their dragon god among draconic creatures and other folk alike.

Kalashtar Legacy

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

an orphan kalashtar raised among strangers. The bond to the spirit can cause some kalashtar to display unusual quirks. Consider rolling or selecting a trait from the Kalashtar Quirks table

spirits. Bound to Spirits Every kalashtar has a connection to a spirit of light, a bond shared by other members of their bloodline. Kalashtar appear human, but their spiritual connection affects them

Strongheart

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

can also cause the blade to gleam with holy light. If he does so, the target is blinded until the start of Strongheart’s next turn. Revivify (Recharges at the Next Dawn). While holding Steel

comfort to those who have no goodness in them.” Ideal. “Justice needs champions. I count myself as one.” Bond. “Valor’s Call is not just an assembly of like-minded

Dragonborn of Sardior

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

, metallic, or gem—something like a large extended family. But for dragonborn champions, this bond is spiritual as much as biological, and they devote themselves to their divine ancestor. Dragonborn champions advance the cause of their dragon god among draconic creatures and other folk alike.Psychic

Sardior's divine essence survives within every gem dragon. This philosophy is central to the teachings of Sardior's dragonborn champions, who wield psionic power in the service of their mysterious cause

Forlarren

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

of Avernus attempted an expedition to the Feywild long ago, and the forlarren are the bitter reminder of that doomed excursion. The archdevil Fierna—co-ruler of Phlegethos, the fourth layer of the Nine

, set itself up as a petty lord, and rule over all those who fall into its grasp. A Sinister Cycle. A forlarren in its fey aspect demonstrates self-destructive urges that reflect the inherent tension in

Vladimir Horngaard

Monsters Curse of Strahd

battled Strahd's armies to the bitter end. Deadly Vengeance. Unwilling to accept his failure, Vladimir returned as a revenant. So great was his hatred of Strahd and his thirst for vengeance that those

to the land of Barovia. Gone are the days of honor and valor. Vladimir Horngaard's Traits Ideal. “Vengeance is all I have left.” Bond. “I have sworn oaths of allegiance to the Order of the Silver

Endelyn Moongrave

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

): At will: detect magic, mage hand 2/day each: augury, polymorph 1/day: plane shift (self only)Endelyn, also known by the names Creeping Lyn and Bitter End, is the youngest member of the Hourglass

waste my time.” Bond. “My world is the stage, and my theater is of paramount importance to me.” Flaw. “My death will occur during an eclipse. That is my doom, and I can

Molliver

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

tyrants.” Bond. “The brigganock;brigganocks of Yon are my trusted friends. They need someone to protect them, and I happily volunteer.” Flaw. “My impatience sometimes

not appear in this adventure, are busy elsewhere.) Strongheart is always on the lookout for courageous heroes who are willing to devote themselves to a good cause. Only good-aligned characters are allowed to join Valor’s Call.

Reborn

Species Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

physical state that their minds are ill equipped to deal with. Their memories of events before this interruption are often vague or absent. Occasionally, the most unexpected experiences might cause

tears to your eyes. Is it a bitter or cheerful memory? Does recalling it make you feel the same way? 3 You recall a childhood memory. What about that event or who you were still influences you

Loxodon

Species Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

structures. Relentlessly Loyal Loxodons believe in the value of community and life, and thus are most often found in the Selesnya Conclave. Some find fulfillment in the cause of order by joining

in any capacity, loxodons devote themselves to maintaining that bond. They coordinate their efforts and are often willing to sacrifice themselves for the sake of the group. They expect reciprocal

Mark of Shadow Elf

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

assassins within House Phiarlan. Only special clients—nobles, merchant lords, and the like—have access to these spies. Toward the end of the Last War, a bitter feud broke out between the

espionage in the lands west of the Mournland, while Thuranni operates in the eastern lands. As a rule, Phiarlan elves are the better spies and Thuranni agents are superior assassins. Thuranni and Phiarlan

Mercion

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

against what I hold dear.” Ideal. “Truth begets art and beauty, while deceit does nothing but tear the fabric of our souls.” Bond. “Evildoers beware! Valor’s Call is

.) Strongheart is always on the lookout for courageous heroes who are willing to devote themselves to a good cause. Only good-aligned characters are allowed to join Valor’s Call.

Elkhorn

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

; Bond. “Strongheart is a good egg, but I have yet to teach him all I know about being a true menace to evildoers.” Flaw. “Retire? My goodness, no. I’ll retire when I’m

. (The other members, who do not appear in this adventure, are busy elsewhere.) Strongheart is always on the lookout for courageous heroes who are willing to devote themselves to a good cause. Only good

Gladiator Legacy

Backgrounds Player’s Handbook (2014)

defuse any amount of tension. 5 I love a good insult, even one directed at me. 6 I get bitter if I’m not the center of attention. 7 I’ll settle for nothing less than

. Art should reflect the soul; it should come from within and reveal who we really are. (Any) D6 BOND 1 My instrument is my most treasured possession, and it reminds me of someone

Knight of the Order

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

order’s cause. The “Knightly Orders of Faerûn” sidebar details several of the orders that are active at present and is designed to help inform your decision about which group

your identity as a knight of your order. Your bond almost always involves the order to which you belong (or at least key members of it), and it is highly unusual for a knight’s ideal not to

Demilich (Variant) Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

curse on a success.The transformation into a demilich isn’t a bitter end for all liches that experience it. Made as a conscious choice, the path of the demilich becomes the next step in a dark

Action"}. On a result of 11 or higher, the demilich takes a lair action to cause one of the following effects. It can’t use the same effect two rounds in a row. The tomb trembles violently for

Nintra Siotta

Monsters Candlekeep Mysteries

; Bond. “I have many supporters in the Gloaming Court who worship the ground I walk on. They deserve a sovereign who is worthy of their love.” Flaw. “Why should I worry about the

schemes of others? No one is my equal in cunning.”On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties) Nintra can take a lair action to cause one of the following effects; she can’t use the same

Entertainer Legacy

Backgrounds Player’s Handbook (2014)

I get bitter if I’m not the center of attention. 7 I’ll settle for nothing less than perfection. 8 I change my mood or my mind as quickly as I change key in a song

) d6 Bond 1 My instrument is my most treasured possession, and it reminds me of someone I love. 2 Someone stole my precious instrument, and someday I’ll get it back

Sage Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

can obtain it. Usually, this information comes from a library, scriptorium, university, or a sage or other learned person or creature. Your DM might rule that the knowledge you seek is secreted away in

of oneself. (Any) d6 Bond 1 It is my duty to protect my students. 2 I have an ancient text that holds terrible secrets that must not fall into the wrong hands. 3 I

Boros Legionnaire

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

, inspired by the example of the angels, moved by the plight of the downtrodden, and devoted to the cause of justice. Or you could be a cynic in the ranks, perhaps because you reluctantly followed in the

d6 Bond 1 I would lay down my life for Aurelia and the angels. 2 I owe my life to the Boros captain who took me in when I was living on the streets. 3 My fellow legionnaires

Ringlerun

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

noble ends.” Bond. “My staff of power dramatically enhances my magical abilities. I shudder to think how its power could be abused in the wrong hands.” Flaw. “I get prickly

described here. (The other members, who do not appear in this adventure, are busy elsewhere.) Strongheart is always on the lookout for courageous heroes who are willing to devote themselves to a good cause. Only good-aligned characters are allowed to join Valor’s Call.

Hobgoblin

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

Maglubiyet, who marshaled them as soldiers, but the fey realm left its mark; wherever they are in the multiverse, they continue to channel an aspect of the Feywild’s rule of reciprocity, which

creates a mystical bond between the giver and the receiver of a gift. On some worlds, such bonds lead hobgoblins to form communities with deep ties to one another. In Eberron and the Forgotten Realms, vast

Aftermath of the Last War

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

strengthen Thrane resolve. The common people are united by their faith and sure of the righteousness of their cause. The Silver Flame urges people to stand together in the face of evil, and across the nation

Karrns as agents of darkness. Likewise, Thranes have bitter memories of the conflict with Aundair, and Aundairian wizards or eldritch knights receive a cold reception. For most Thranes, the war

Far Traveler

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

here as part of some such delegation, then decided to stay when the mission was over. Mulhorand. From the terrain to the architecture to the god-kings who rule over these lands, nearly everything

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

Bavlorna Blightstraw

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

moment, is all that matters.” Bond. “I’m safe in my cottage. Why should I leave it when I can make others come to me?" Flaw. “Watching someone run widdershins makes me sneeze

within 10 feet of Bavlorna cause her to lapse into a fit of sneezing. See the stat block for more details. Hourglass Coven The Hourglass Coven is a group of three hags, each one bound to an aspect of

Githyanki

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

cultivated over eons in the Astral Plane. Now all githyanki can use their psychic bond with that plane to access splinters of knowledge left behind by beings who travel, live, and die among the silver

by 2 and increase a different score by 1, or increase three different scores by 1. Follow this rule regardless of the method you use to determine the scores, such as rolling or point buy. The &ldquo

Paladin Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

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

turns a devout warrior into a blessed champion. The Cause of Righteousness A paladin swears to uphold justice and righteousness, to stand with the good things of the world against the encroaching

Artus Cimber

Monsters Tomb of Annihilation

following properties while attuned to the dagger, provided he has the weapon drawn: Cause a blue gem set into the dagger’s pommel to shed bright light in a 20-foot radius and dim light for an

presence in the party might put the characters in danger. Artus Cimber’s Traits Ideal. “The preservation of knowledge and history is important to me.” Bond. “I long to be

Valin Sarnaster

Monsters Candlekeep Mysteries

. Therefore, nothing surprises me.” Ideal. “To know all things is the goal of the most powerful oracles. And I will be the most powerful oracle of all.” Bond. “This temple was

Sarnaster’s Lair Valin can use her lair actions in any area of the tomb. Lair Actions On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties), Valin takes a lair action to cause one of the following

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