border block diffusing clear replica

Spectral Cloud

Monsters Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

. The target dies if its hit point maximum is reduced to 0. A Humanoid slain by this attack immediately rises as a miniature spectral cloud (use the specter stat block in the Monster Manual). The

’s appearance becomes clear: a skeletal cloud giant corpse. Tales suggest cloud giants sometimes seek this fate rather than accept the end of their naturally long lives. In such stories, a

Nass Lantomir's Ghost

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

","rollDamageType":"necrotic"} necrotic damage. Etherealness. The ghost enters the Ethereal Plane from the Material Plane, or vice versa. It is visible on the Material Plane while it is in the Border

Zelennor, watches over the wizard’s frozen remains. It uses the weasel stat block in the Monster Manual but is a fey instead of a beast. If Zelennor is reduced to 0 hit points, Nass’s

Theran Chimera

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

being. As a result, a hungry chimera might appear out of a clear sky to pick off prey nearly anywhere. This threat grows even more significant in regions where magic runs rampant or where portals to

shrug off spells cast against them. Customizing a Chimera The Theran chimera stat block presents one possible chimera configuration. You may customize these statistics to design your own unique chimera

Caer-Konig in a Nutshell

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

soldiers (use the tribal warrior stat block) and 2 veterans. Heraldry. A white fish silhouette rising from the center bottom of a dark blue field, which has a white border on all sides but its bottom

. The fish signifies the local fishing trade, and the broken border represents the snow and the harbor surrounding the town. Sacrifice to Auril. Food (see "Sacrifices to Auril"). Rivals. Caer-Dineval, Easthaven.

Eclipsed Realms

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lorwyn: First Light

Eclipsed Realms The boundaries between Lorwyn and Shadowmoor are clear, either shining with brilliant light or cloaked in deep shadow. Some border regions, however, are liminal spaces known as

Super-Secret Basement

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

Screve’s attempts to create monodrones to serve him. These twelve replica modrons look exactly like their true modron counterparts and use the monodrone stat block, with the changes noted in “Replica

or attempt to open the door into area 3. These replica modrons look exactly like their true modron counterparts and use the duodrone stat block, with the changes noted in “Replica Modrons” above. In

Inner Planes

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

—form a ring around the Material Plane. The border regions between these planes are sometimes described as distinct planes in their own right: the Para-elemental Planes. These realms exemplify the

: great expanses of solid earth, blazing fire, crystal-clear water, and unsullied air. Any foreign substance is extremely rare; little air can be found in the outer reaches of the Plane of Earth, and

Inner Planes

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

, suspended within a churning realm known as the Elemental Chaos. These planes are all connected, and the border regions between them are sometimes described as distinct planes in their own right. At their

elements exist in their purest form: great expanses of solid earth, blazing fire, crystal-clear water, and unsullied air. Any foreign substance is extremely rare; little air can be found in the

Visibility Outdoors

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

Visibility Outdoors When traveling outdoors, characters can see about 2 miles in any direction on a clear day, or until the point where trees, hills, or other obstructions block their view. Rain

normally cuts maximum visibility down to 1 mile, and fog can cut it down to between 100 and 300 feet. On a clear day, the characters can see 40 miles if they are atop a mountain or a tall hill, or are otherwise able to look down on the area around them from a height.

Inner Planes

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

from the Material Plane, though, the Elemental Planes are both alien and hostile. Here, the elements exist in their purest form--great expanses of solid earth, blazing fire, crystal-clear water, and

unsullied air. These regions are little-known, so when discussing the Plane of Fire, for example, a speaker usually means just the border region. At the farthest extents of the Inner Planes, the pure

Sigil at a Glance

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

behind observers, as if they stood in a bowl or valley, stretching upward and disappearing into an industrial haze. On a clear day, a creature that looks upward sees the other side of the city

. Sigil is built to the edges of the ring, forming a wall of structures along its border. Anyone who climbs atop this outer wall of buildings can look out over the edge into an empty sky. Few who cross the

Inner Planes

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

from the Material Plane, though, the Elemental Planes are both alien and hostile. Here, the elements exist in their purest form — great expanses of solid earth, blazing fire, crystal-clear water, and

unsullied air. These regions are little-known, so when discussing the Plane of Fire, for example, a speaker usually means just the border region. At the farthest extents of the Inner Planes, the pure

Staff Area

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

area enclosed by the wagons is guarded by Thaco the clown, a human Witchlight hand (chaotic neutral; see the stat block earlier in the chapter) who is loyal only to Mister Witch. He usually sits right

successful DC 15 Intelligence (Investigation) check. The compartment is located in a bench and contains a tiny, bejeweled chest worth 50 gp. This chest is a replica of a much larger chest hidden on the

2. False Entrance Tunnel

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a7

2. False Entrance Tunnel If the characters clear the passage on the east side of the cliff face, read: The corridor before you is made of plain stone, roughly worked and mortared, with a 10-foot-high

across the stone, and the trap is triggered. Sliding Block Trap. If the paving stones shift when someone moves across them, a 10-foot-thick block of stone emerges from the midpoint of the eastern

The Mourning

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

characters.) In the days immediately following the Mourning, many assumed that the mist would continue to spread. Intense panic slowly turned to curiosity as it became clear that the border had stabilized

front. And though the vast majority of people caught in the Mourning died, thousands did survive. Most have no clear memory of the event, and there’s no explanation for why they were spared. The

Voice of the Princess

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

of the Queen of Air and Darkness, the princess communicates telepathically with a character of your choice. See the end of the adventure for her stat block and guidance on how to portray her. The

princess, who does not reveal her true name, claims to be the only one who can destroy the Queen of Air and Darkness and free the Gloaming Court from that tyrannical ruler. It’s clear that the speaker’s

11. Student Dormitories

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

on a failed saving throw, or half as much damage on a successful one. Treasure. Spite keeps a tiny jeweled chest inside his rolltop desk. This chest (50 gp) is a replica of a full-sized chest made of

successful DC 15 Intelligence (Arcana) check. Spite alone can use the replica to recall the larger chest, which contains two spellbooks titled Spells of Spite, volumes I and II. These books contain all the

15: Metallurgy Lab

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

remain there Alien minerals and samples of rare ores line the shelves of this metallurgist’s laboratory. An advanced detention drone (use the shield guardian stat block) stands in the room’s

brains in the brain room,” Bimbi burbles. “But I knocked over some jars there, and the brains came to life!” If the characters agree to clear the “brain monsters” out of area 21, the flumph gives them its key card.

Perception

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

direction on a clear day, except where obstructions block their view. That range increases to 40 miles if they are atop a mountain or a tall hill or are otherwise able to look down on the area from a

opening the desk drawer, suggesting the presence of a hidden compartment in the back or bottom of the drawer) or obvious (clear footprints lead across the room to a blank wall that is actually a

Alterations to Magic

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

. These restrictions apply to magic items and artifacts that have properties that transport or banish creatures to other planes as well. Magic that allows transit to the Border Ethereal, such as the

etherealness spell, is the exception to this rule. A creature that enters the Border Ethereal from Undermountain is pulled back into the dungeon upon leaving that plane. Magic that summons creatures or

Vladeska's Powers and Dominion

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

, though, they’re fighting a losing battle against foes whose numbers only grow. And every time a Talon falls, Lekar’s final defeat grows closer. Talon soldiers use the guard stat block, while commanders

executions serve the greater good and impose necessary order, but make it clear that zombies aren’t the realm’s only monsters. Only Bad Decisions. There is one simple truth in Falkovnia: the dead are

Daring Dancer

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

keeps their distance only if threatened or rebuffed in extremely clear terms. Ollin Ollin is a chaotic good tiefling. They use the priest stat block but have Performance +3 rather than Persuasion, and

Gate to Carceri

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel

guards or deterrents block access to the gate. The gate is a two-way portal to Carceri, but most locals believe it’s a one-way gate and refuse to approach. Characters loitering near the gate with the

anyone who appears at the estate before urging them to move on. Once the challenges of leaving Curst become clear but before the characters make any elaborate escape attempts, proceed with the “Innocent Prisoner” section.

35. I'jin's Tomb

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

rises to seal the tunnel. Any creature atop the block when it meets the ceiling must succeed on a DC 7 Dexterity saving throw to leap clear in one direction or the other. On a failed save, the creature

35. I’jin’s Tomb Characters can reach this area via area 18, by lowering the stone block in the east wall (area 35A), or by slipping between the teeth of the jackal visage at area 29. 35A. Stone

Trading Post

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

mud-brick edifice, decorated with the preserved carapaces and claws of giant crabs, where commerce is normally conducted. The ground around it, usually clear of construction, now houses a host of

Mother, is an aged grippli warrior (see the end of the adventure for her stat block stat block). She evacuated the village when most of the other residents did and has set up quarters inside the

The Attack

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath

run this encounter. As the characters load the wagons, storm clouds descend and block the sun. Argus Skeel (male vampire spawn) and two ghouls, plus one ghoul per character, including sidekicks

. When it’s clear that the characters have the upper hand, turn on the monster toward them. But when it is clear that the characters will be victorious, have the remaining enemies fall quickly to avoid a drawn-out and anticlimactic denouement.

Ambush at the Archway

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

as the characters advance or attempt to fall back from the arch, the bounty hunters spring their ambush: Seven figures spring up from behind the wall, aiming longbows at you. “Clear out!” one of

them shouts. “La Paloma pays for her crimes this day!” Without hesitation, they attack. Seven bounty hunters (use the scout stat block) shoot from behind the waist-high wall, which grants them half

Guests of the Temple

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

, but they are paranoid about other guests recognizing them. 4 A merchant and her wife (both commoners) have come to the bathhouse to celebrate their anniversary, but it is clear that the two are

noble stat block) from the city of Silverymoon has come to the bathhouse to sell the owners a collection of cleaning gadgets. 8 A lawful neutral assassin targeting evil nobles has come to the

S12. Courtyard

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

you—or so it seemed at first. It’s clear now that these guards are merely scarecrows. Wooden doors to the north and east lead to the abbey’s two wings. In the center of the courtyard is a stone

block in appendix D). In his madness, he’s discovered he enjoys killing people. S12b. Old Troughs These three horse troughs are badly rotted and fall apart if handled or jostled. S12c. Chicken Sheds

4. The Alchemist

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

numerous gourds, most of which contain failed alchemical elixirs. Stone Block. A rough-hewn block of stone in the middle of the cave serves as a table. It is covered with a set of alchemist’s supplies

comprehend languages spell for 1 hour. This liquid is a clear concoction with bits of salt and soot swirling in it. Potion of Watchful Rest. When you drink this potion, you gain the following benefits for

The Castle

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

far gone unchallenged by Halaster, and it’s not clear whether the two wizards have ever crossed paths. Characters who approach the castle can examine it for points of entry. The main entrance is a door

colored glass blocks embedded in them. The blocks are not lit when the characters first arrive, but pulling a lever in area 37 causes each block to shed colorful light as bright as that created by a

Peril at the Pool

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

within a couple minutes’ walk to the south. In the far distance, the sky is clear, but directly above the pool is a black storm cloud spitting bolts of red lightning. When the characters arrive

, or at least what’s left of it: its once clear waters are now streaked with red and black impurities. Standing at the edge of the pool is a feral-looking human clad in animal skins. This individual

Mountain Encounters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase

, rerolling duplicates. Mountain Encounters d8 Encounter 1 Border Patrol 2 Dragon Flight 3 Fire Giant 4 Gnome Vale 5 Hermit 6 Rockslide 7 Troll Cave 8 Wyvern Roost Border Patrol A group of human

soldiers from a nation bordering the mountain range travels the road. A captain (use the gladiator stat block) leads two knights and six guards. All the soldiers are lawful neutral. Their orders are

Small Stalls

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

Small Stalls Catch the Dragon by the Tail The fair boasts several small stalls, each run by a Witchlight hand (variable alignments; see the stat block earlier in the chapter). Some of the stalls

). 4 Bottle of Witchlight wine. While the bottle is uncorked, it plays calliope music until the bottle is emptied of wine. 5 Replica unicorn horn filled with candy. 6 Single application of magic face

Idyllglen Events

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

animals and townsfolk dart through Idyllglen, chased by Garoknul, a unique demon in the service of Yeenoghu. Use the marilith stat block to represent Garoknul. The fleeing beasts and townsfolk

hazy border. Next Event. After the characters deal with the guards, proceed with event 4. Event 4. Unsettling Calm This event begins with Yael telepathically contacting the characters: A woman’s voice

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