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Classes
Forgotten Realms: Heroes of Faerûn
borders.
A Banneret relies on judgment, bravery, and fidelity to the code of chivalry to guide them in defeating evildoers. A lone Banneret is a skilled warrior, but when leading a band of allies one of these warriors can transform even a poorly equipped militia into a ferocious war band.
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
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3
I enjoy comfort and quiet, and prefer to avoid extra effort.
4
I have a fierce temper that doesn’t reflect the inner calm I seek.
5
I’m convinced that everyone else in the
conclave has a deeper connection to the Worldsoul than I do.
6
I’m trying to atone for the life of crime I led before I joined the Selesnya, but I find it hard to give up my bad habits
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
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
about to kill everyone. This sets the stage for countless bad decisions, from leaders making terrible sacrifices or permitting amoral acts to individuals making fatalistic choices. Everyone in Falkovnia
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Invidia Darklord: Gabrielle Aderre Hallmarks: Bad parents, possessed children Gabrielle Aderre is convinced that her son, Malocchio, is destined for greatness. From her estate outside the village of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
obsession with order and knows the living might be useful in finding his lost ka. To that end, he relies on his priests to maintain peace in Har’Akir and provide for the people. Should the populace
the day Ankhtepot blames her for not finding what he desires, though she has no idea she’s searching for the Darklord’s ka. Closing the Borders. When Ankhtepot wishes to close the borders of Har’Akir
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Hazlik’s Powers and Dominion Hazlik is a vain, egotistical overlord, convinced he is the supreme being in his domain. His statistics echo those of an archmage, but he favors using an array of magic
surveillance are detailed in “The Eye of Hazlik” later in this domain description. Closing the Borders. Hazlik can open and close the borders of his domain at will, as detailed in “The Mists” at the start of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Emerald Enclave is looking for adventurers to help patrol Goldenfields’ borders. If the characters take the bait, Goldenfields becomes the starting point for this adventure (see chapter 2). Although you
he has no proof to corroborate his suspicions, Blagothkus sees dragon conspiracies everywhere and is convinced that evil dragons would pounce on the chance to throw giant society into chaos. Although
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
. Smuggling has also long been a profitable business here. The dwarven mining operation promises to bring about a rapid growth in Saltmarsh’s fortunes. Whether that’s a good or a bad thing depends on
locals, the mine has started to yield silver in growing quantities, and the dwarves are convinced that the nearby cliffs are rich with gold. If the mine takes off, Saltmarsh could transform into a sprawling boomtown overnight.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
off bad luck or to bring good fortune. Villages or even families might have superstitions observed by no one else, such as the following:
For a safe journey through a forest, leave a few seeds or a
looks like a plucked chicken, know that Charmalaine is near — and heed her warning. Put a frog under your cap to bring good luck, but not for too long, or it’s bad luck for a fortnight. If you step on a
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
;t a native, your reason for leaving “home” probably has something to do with getting away from a bad situation.
Feature: All Eyes on You
Your accent, mannerisms, figures of
leave my loved one(s) behind. I hope to see them again one day.
d6
Flaw
1
I am secretly (or not so secretly) convinced of the superiority of my own culture over that of this
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Locathah Rising
see the “darkening” up ahead. It’s difficult to see anything clearly within its borders, though you can vaguely make out the outline of a mountain of sunken ships resting on the sea floor, grown over
he opened (Umberlee’s Maw) have created an area in the ocean that acts like a beacon for strong, irregular currents and bad weather. Underwater, the effect manifests as a general darkness in an oddly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
characters take the Darklord’s situation from bad to worse, whether as fanatical supporters or tragic victims? Write down three types of characters who are aligned with the Darklord and three who
an adventurer, making them their apprentice or inheritor.
5 An adventurer is a reincarnated version of the Darklord’s beloved or their murderer.
6 The Darklord is convinced that an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
loss because Urwin was on watch the night the gem was taken. Davian is convinced that Urwin shirked his duty to spend time with his betrothed, and the two men have been at odds ever since. To this day
against the winery, antagonizing the wereravens like a bad neighbor. Five days ago, evil druids stole the third and final gem and bore it to Yester Hill (chapter 14). The wereravens launched a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
face a tragic end.
2 I’m convinced something is after me, appearing in mirrors, dreams, and places where no one could.
3 I’m especially superstitious and live life seeking to avoid bad luck
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6 The world has been convinced of a terrible lie. It’s up to me to reveal the truth.
7 I deeply miss someone and am quick to adopt people who remind me of them.
8 A great evil dwells
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
overlooks the forest it borders. A few farms cluster around it, the locals relying on the royal garrison to keep them safe from marauders. Burle’s most distinctive feature is the small copse of trees
keeps the warriors and rangers headquartered here ready to fight at a moment’s notice. She is especially keen to hear news about the Scarlet Brotherhood. Kiara is convinced that the organization poses
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
Important Members Bak Mei is the undisputed leader of the order, and he relies on two apprentices—Steel Crane and Jade Tigress—to help train its junior members. Steel Crane and Jade Tigress are also
the sins of my past by giving me an unending future.” Bond. “I will lead my students to a life unstained by the problems of the world. We will rise above all into eternity.” Flaw. “I am convinced that I
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
bad things in the world are proof that the world is unraveling—and most importantly, none of it is your fault. Those drawn to this message are called aspirants. Each aspirant meets regularly with an
Things. He convinced his king to send a hero in search of it, then invited himself to the hero’s expedition and betrayed her to acquire the deck. He rashly drew a card, and his soul was imprisoned in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
Aberrant Mind Tentacles, psychic powers, beings from beyond the stars—one person’s bad dream is another person’s good time.
Tasha
An alien influence has wrapped its tendrils around your mind
Origins d6 Origin 1 You were exposed to the Far Realm’s warping influence. You are convinced that a tentacle is now growing on you, but no one else can see it. 2 A psychic wind from the Astral
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
home in their carnival. Diana greets patrons with good humor, but there’s a sadness behind her eyes. She’s quick to correct anyone who calls her a centaur, saying that she’s “a human who made a bad
, and Yon. The coven is so riddled with distrust that each hag is convinced her sisters are plotting against her.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
bad fall during her career as a thief. Artemis Entreri is always prepared for the worst and moves with a quick, precise confidence.
Consider their ideals. Tika Waylan is innocent, almost childlike
principles if she’s convinced that a particular achievement would demonstrate her maturity. Artemis Entreri is completely walled off from any personal relationship and just wants to be left alone.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
all threats to their beliefs. 6 Doomsaying Evangelists. This order believes the world is about to end. They’re convinced that if they persuade everyone else of this fact they might stave off the
order vary widely. Your patron relies on your group due to your particular skills or, perhaps, because it’s divine whim. The Religious Order Member Roles table suggests positions you might fill in an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
beyond civilization’s borders. 5 I met a grizzled ranger who taught me woodcraft and the secrets of the wild lands. 6 I served in an army, learning the precepts of my profession while blazing trails
became a sorcerer because … 1 When I was born, all the water in the house froze solid, the milk spoiled, or all the iron turned to copper. My family is convinced that this event was a harbinger of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
boastfulness and has a fear of heights resulting from a bad fall during her career as a thief. Artemis Entreri is always prepared for the worst and moves with a quick, precise confidence.
Consider their
ago. She might even be tempted to act against her principles if she’s convinced that a particular achievement would demonstrate her maturity. Artemis Entreri is completely walled off from any personal relationship and just wants to be left alone.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
note are located within the borders of Elturgard. I describe three of them briefly here. Berdusk. A large population of artisans drives the activity in the city of Berdusk. Its native nobility, the so
-called “First Folk of Berdusk,” have made a great show of their piety since the founding of Elturgard, and a great many of the high-ranking priests hail from their families. Over the years a few bad
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
navigation weren’t bad enough, explorers must bring their own provisions into the Mournland, unless they want to risk the danger of ingesting tainted food and water. Terrain Features The Day of
it was; the entire land is a scar left by the catastrophe of the Mourning. Mist Wall. The borders of the Mournland are defined by a wall of thick, gray mist that rises thousands of feet into the air
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
, she casts a detect thoughts spell to confirm or put to rest her suspicions. If she becomes convinced that someone is cheating, she uses her suggestion spell to convince the individual to take a
to bad taste, with its purple velvet curtains and scented candles in gaudy candelabras. In the middle of the room is a table with a large aquarium tank resting atop it. The aquarium contains a coral
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
they risk a bad performance taking on malevolent life. A character who succeeds on a DC 13 Charisma (Performance) check causes any existing shadows to wink out and new shadows to replace them and
has made Varakkta more paranoid and suspicious than usual. She’s convinced that other intellect snares lurk in the same area (which they don’t) or that the slime that gushed from the wall she pierced is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Giants The giants presented here are more powerful than others of their kind, either because their gods have shown them favor or because fate has dealt them a bad hand and forced them to seek out
can be taken or lost. True greatness relies on personal prowess. Faced with this truth, a frost giant might seek a supernatural gift from Vaprak the Destroyer. Troll Eater. Frost giants mainly turn
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
brother, Hurly, joined the carnival as youngsters. Hurly disappeared a few months ago, and search parties failed to locate him. Mister Witch and Mister Light convinced Burly to stay with the carnival
relies on humor to defuse tension.
Alignment. Lawful neutral.
Personality Trait. “I’m generally positive, and I make jokes when I’m nervous or sense tension in the air.”
Ideal. “I prefer to keep
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
brother, Hurly, joined the carnival as youngsters. Hurly disappeared a few months ago, and search parties failed to locate him. Mister Witch and Mister Light convinced Burly to stay with the carnival
relies on humor to defuse tension.
Alignment. Lawful neutral.
Personality Trait. “I’m generally positive, and I make jokes when I’m nervous or sense tension in the air.”
Ideal. “I prefer to keep
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
cost of their free will. The Cult of the Howling Hatred relies upon deception and trickery both to recruit its members and defeat its enemies. Even so, those that underestimate the air cult for their
mortals into joining her cult. She has convinced all her followers that she is in fact an avariel, and believes it herself even though she must cast seeming each day to “reveal” her wings. Aerisi is prone
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
monitoring devil activity in Baldur’s Gate and Elturel for months.” “Sylvira is convinced that Thavius Kreeg struck a bargain with an archdevil, and that a copy of the contract he signed is hidden inside
humanoid to squeeze through. IMPRISONED CHARACTERS
If the characters are defeated in Vanthampur Villa or the dungeon below, you can have the bad guys stabilize dying party members, strip them of their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
punchline. Baron Vallakovich has convinced himself that if he can make everyone in Vallaki happy, the town will slip free of Strahd’s dark grasp. The baron has a brittle ego, and he lashes out at
). In addition to his weapons, Izek carries an iron ring of keys that unlock the stocks in the town square (area N8). If the characters get on his bad side, the baron accuses them of being “spies of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
in profit than quality. Lacking the carpentry skills of his ancestors, he relies on underpaid apprentices to assemble wagons that are little better than ordinary, yet they cost five times as much. The
Othovir to learn the truth. Urlam is convinced that Tolmara Hysstryn (see area T14) has a secret, and he wants to know what it is. The characters can complete this quest by finding Tolmara’s dead
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
characters must enter all four pools, whether the outcome is good or bad. When a character is submerged in the last pool, a silver key studded with polished red garnets appears in midair in the center of
is starting to fear (rightfully) that Caerhan is dead, however, and if the characters treat him kindly, he might be convinced to join them. Gorkoh carries standard goblin weapons, plus three potions