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Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
tongues to spread his lies. However, Caradoc is tethered to his scorched bones, which collect dust in Dargaard Keep. He can leave the accursed castle while possessing the body of a Humanoid, but he
;The safest place to be is behind the toughest warrior in the room.”
Bond. “In life and in death, I’m the only one who matters.”
Flaw. “Who can resist a little drama
Monsters
Curse of Strahd
performance garnered the deva's sympathy, and the Abbot, playing into Strahd's hands, set for himself the goal of finding a cure for Strahd's “malady.” The Abbot is now convinced that the cure lies
giving the devil his heart's desire, I bring salvation to him and his land.”
Bond. “I love the creatures I create, including my beautiful golems and mongrelfolk.”
Flaw. “I can't be corrupted. My
Backgrounds
Ghosts of Saltmarsh
organization, or might run a small smuggling vessel of their own. Smugglers live the lies they have told, and they have a natural ability to recall all the falsehoods and half-truths they have ever spouted
means I turn a profit. (Evil)
4
Peace and Prosperity. I smuggle only to achieve a greater goal that benefits my community. (Good)
5
People. For all my many lies, I place a high
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
’s Handbook can be used for a character whose origin lies with one of the other barbarian tribes in Faerûn. You might be a fair-haired barbarian of the Reghed, dwelling in the shadow of the
totem spirits were defeated by Uthgar and where the heroes of the tribes are interred—are sacred to you.
Your bond is undoubtedly associated with your tribe or some aspect of Uthgardt philosophy or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
for flattery and making others feel like the center of the world. But he’s a natural liar, and his seeming earnestness disguises double meanings and lies. Personality Trait. “My words are beauty, my
deeds are power, and my aspirations will change the world.” Ideal. “Everyone wants to love me. I’ll make them realize that.” Bond. “I share my passions broadly and intensely, but everyone understands that the most dazzling flames die fastest.” Flaw. “Anyone who spurns my love will know my hunger.”
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
. They are nothing more than prey.” Ideal. “If I’m cleverer than you, then I deserve to live, and you deserve to die.” Bond. “My people are the strongest people, and I ensure they survive.” Flaw. “Everyone and everything lies. Only by expecting treachery will a hunter survive.”
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Marches centuries ago, and the first half-orcs helped to cement the bond between these outsiders and the native orcs. Many Marchers feel that the half-orc carries the best traits of both races, with the
-orc barbarian who’s ventured beyond the Marches so you can find worthy enemies; slaying powerful foes is the only way to earn your passage to the paradise that lies within the heart of the hollow
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
sacred to you. Your bond is undoubtedly associated with your tribe or some aspect of Uthgardt philosophy or culture (perhaps even Uthgar himself). Your ideal is a personal choice that probably hews
, either it or the outlander background from the Player’s Handbook can be used for a character whose origin lies with one of the other barbarian tribes in Faerûn. You might be a fair-haired barbarian of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
feeds on the innocent is the worst of all evils and must be destroyed.” Bond. “I’ve known little of family, but I hold those I care for close, and one day I’ll consider them a family of my own.” Flaw
agents to her existence. From a cell in Il Aluk, Ez’s mother Irena Radanavich manipulates a web of lies to bring her daughter back into the family.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
lies motionless.
The water in this area is 10 feet deep (see the Player’s Handbook for details on swimming). The island rises gently to the north and south, while on its east and west sides, 10-foot
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->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
continue to live in the Shadow Marches, and centuries of battles between them have diminished both sides. Humans settled in the Shadow Marches long ago, and the first half-orcs helped to cement the bond
new place in the world. 5 As a cultist of the Dragon Below, you believe that slaying powerful foes is the only way to earn your passage to the paradise that lies deep within the hollow world. You’ve
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
himself the goal of finding a cure for Strahd’s “malady.” The Abbot is now convinced that the cure lies in reuniting Strahd with his lost love and, in so doing, ending Barovia’s curse. The Abbot has
sickness. By giving the devil his heart’s desire, I bring salvation to him and his land.” Bond. “I love the creatures I create, including my beautiful golems and mongrelfolk.” Flaw. “I can’t be corrupted. My heart is pure, my intentions noble and good.”
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
of Hope’s Peak. The enlightened Havakhad—that’s what he calls himself—issued a warning that “darkness was gathering” and that “a terrible time lies just ahead.” He beseeched the assembled crowds to
carried by Speakers of the Past is not to be confused with the undead revenants described in the Monster Manual.) The bond between ancestor and living elf is holy. Your ancestor doesn’t speak to you or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
camp lies next to some small ruins on a plateau overlooking the wastes, with a dozen or so tents arranged in a spiral pattern. Ten elves are present in the camp when the characters arrive, including
, the elven land of Silvanesti lies in ruins after being invaded by the Dragon Armies. The elves struggled to defend their homeland and were ultimately forced to retreat to the island of Southern Ergoth
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
many lies, I place a high value on friendship. (Any) 6 Daring. I am most happy when risking everything. (Any) Smuggler Bonds d6 Bond 1 My vessel was stolen from me, and I burn with the desire to
. Smugglers live the lies they have told, and they have a natural ability to recall all the falsehoods and half-truths they have ever spouted. Smuggler Personality Traits d8 Personality Trait 1 I love
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
Artista DeSlop—Court Ceiling Painter The domed ceiling of this crypt is painted with an image of imps holding bouquets of colorful flowers. A skeleton draped in rags lies atop a marble slab in the center
the Incredible): Purveyor of antiques and imports A skeleton draped in rags lies atop a marble slab in the center of the crypt. Piled all around it, covering the floor, are heaps of old baskets
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
A faceless mother figure
Roknar NE Lies, intrigue Trickery Hands filled with coins
Sharindlar CG Healing, love Life Burning needle
Thard Harr CG Wilderness, hunting Nature
no skill in crafting. Instead, he relies on his ability as a thief to take ownership of what he wants. Why work so hard to manufacture something when a much easier path to riches lies open? Abbathor
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Bond
1 While my parent was out adventuring, a servant raised me, and I care about that person more than anyone.
2 I consider every member of my parent’s former adventuring party to be
to prove my worth.
4 Oh, yeah, that spell? Named after my parent’s best friend. Let me tell you about them.
5 My best days are behind me. Ahead lies only toil, pain, and death.
6 You have to look out for yourself. No one else will.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
, faith, family, or teacher to continue a vaunted legacy.
9 Promise. My life is no longer my own. I must fulfill the dream of someone who’s gone.
10 Revelation. I need to know what lies
above all else, even if it doesn’t benefit anyone.
Horror Character Bonds d12 Bond
1 I desperately need to get back to someone or someplace, but I lost them in the Mists.
2
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
horrible deaths. One such dungeon lies under the lost city of Omu. This dungeon is called the Tomb of the Nine Gods, for Acererak slew nine false gods and sealed them within it. More recently, he built a
necromantic device called the Soulmonger, then hid it in the heart of the tomb. ACERERAK’S TRAITS
Ideal. “Why be a god when I can be a creator of gods?”
Bond. “I build dungeons to trap and slay
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
leprous wounds cover his flesh. In a fitting irony, Ras Nsi is unaware that Acererak is the cause of the curse, for neither he nor the yuan-ti are aware of what lies within the Tomb of the Nine Gods
. “I seek to bring about the end of this world and rule the next one.”
Bond. “The yuan-ti of Chult are mine to command. They will help me rule an empire.”
Flaw. “I will do anything and betray
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
Demon Customization Tables This section provides tables useful for DMs who want to customize certain demons. Demon Personality Traits d6 Trait 1 I enjoy telling lies. 2 Threats are my only
potential is an empty weapon. Demon Bonds d6 Bond 1–6 I am a perfect product of creation, destined to one day shape the cosmos to my whims. Everything I do verifies my destiny. Demon Flaws d6
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Forge, which lies upon the bones of those unable to escape the collapse of bridges and walls. Other coils remain in place, and the furnaces to which they are linked burn as hot today as they did in
. This bond lasted for centuries until the channels of water were closed through trickery by agents of Thay. With the pit’s cooling mechanism shut down, Maegera stirred in its slumber, and its dream
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
must be upheld whatever the cost.” Bond. “My life and my service to the empire are one.” Flaw. “I know what’s best for the empire.” Archaeological Assignment Secretary Wei thanks the characters for
rulers for the benefit of future ones. Historians believe that the palace of the last ruler of the Yun dynasty—known as the Mountain Cloud Empress—lies in the Old City beneath present-day Yongjing. Wei
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
Threshold of the Heavens at the city’s center. Troops also frequently come and go from a sizable mansion that lies along the road to the Threshold. She suspects the latter is a command post. If asked, she
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
that something is aboard the derelict vessel but can’t say what. He shares this information with Sartell and any characters with whom he has forged a close bond. Captain Sartell orders Flapjack to bring
force. 3: Spelljamming Helm Lying on the floor of this raised platform is the headless body of a mind flayer. The stench of the rotting corpse is unpleasant, to say the least. The dead mind flayer lies
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
, Nargis took great pride in the city’s success, but the attack on Zenia threatens to expose their lies. Nargis is a stylishly dressed, middle-aged orc with a stout build. They switch between a posh
more important than all the gold in Zinda.” Bond. “I would cheat and kill to keep my daughter with me, but I fear I will lose her as a result.” Flaw. “I have taken the easy way out before, and I would
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
. “The safest place to be is behind the toughest warrior in the room.” Bond. “In life and in death, I’m the only one who matters.” Flaw. “Who can resist a little drama?” Knight Caradoc carries a
in the council chamber lies a narrow corridor used by servants. Several plain doors lead to other parts of the castle, but at the far end of the passage shines a faint violet light. Characters who seek
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
across. White Gate. A white gate lies in the east–west corridor between this area and the Warren of Eyes. 37. Compelling Light Light. The dim light that fills the chamber can be seen before the room can
key attuned to the Forest of Death. White Gate. A white gate lies at the foot of the stairs leading west toward the Forest of Death. Warren of Eyes Thaxalia, a beholder, has been summoned and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
next to the aft door to the central bulkhead. Each hammock is occupied by a scaled figure.
A small chest or box of some sort lies under the most forward hammock. There appear to be weapons under each
with that individual. Bimz prefers to bond with a party member that did not directly attack it, is good-aligned, and also did not directly attack its lizardfolk master. If no character meets all those
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
adventures building a stronghold. Before work can begin, the character must acquire a plot of land. If the estate lies within a kingdom or similar domain, the character will need a royal charter (a legal
DM’s approval. If the romance ends badly, you might gain a new flaw. If it ends well or is ongoing, your new love interest might represent a new bond. 41–80 You earn modest winnings from gambling and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
10 percent chance of containing a crystal ball-sized white pearl (2,500 gp).
8 A giant-sized sea chest containing 2,500 gp, 5,000 sp, and a +2 Trident lies in the ship’s hold.
Nass
when its creator dies, but Zelennor has somehow formed a bond with Nass’s spectral undead form. If Nass’s ghost is destroyed, even temporarily, the weasel ceases to exist. Treasure. Characters who dig
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
tribe has members that remain deep inside the lair, seldom if ever seeing what lies outside the darkness of their den. In addition, orcs have special relationships with two creatures that are sometimes
level (3 slots): augury, warding bond
3rd level (2 slots): bestow curse, create food and water
Actions
Multiattack. The orc makes two claw attacks, or four claw attacks if it has fewer than half
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
(detailed below), a fire-gutted building conceals a gaping hole into the ground with a single ladder leading down into darkness. Here lies the Bones of the Night, a cavern complex home to the Master of
of destructive forces. Beyond lies the main yard, a sooty, gravel expanse heaped with piles of rubble and raw ore. Mithral Tower. At the center of the Great Foundry is the Mithral Tower, a metalworks
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
command me.”
Ideal. “I yearn to see the best of all possible futures, so that I can help those futures come to pass.”
Bond. “I faithfully serve Valin Sarnaster, the living embodiment of the divine will
which a dragonborn lies in a pool of dried blood on the floor. A dagger and an oblong rock broken into two pieces lie near the body’s outstretched arms.
The fallen figure is Mayastan Sadaar, the