borders burden diffusing current resides

Relic Sloth

Monsters Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

relic sloth is subjected to an effect that would move it out of its current space or knock it prone, it is neither moved nor knocked prone.For long expeditions, Lorehold mages often employ relic sloths

moving only when necessary. But this caution makes these hulking creatures perfect for traversing treacherous and crumbling ruins, where other beasts of burden would falter. The distinctive sickle

Xenk Yendar

Monsters Thieves’ Gallery

Daggersword Flourish with Cleansing Touch if it’s available. Daggersword. Choose the attack that corresponds to the daggersword’s current form (see Daggersword Shift below): Longsword. Melee

. Daggersword Flourish. Choose the option that corresponds to the daggersword’s current form (see Daggersword Shift below): Longsword. Xenk magically detaches the longsword’s blade from its

Lady Gondafrey

Monsters Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

the towers and the current occupants of the place. She knows that Manshoon resides in an extraplanar sanctum accessible through a teleportation circle that his lieutenants can activate using special

Oracle of Strixhaven

Monsters Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

"} force damage.Somewhere in the lands beyond Strixhaven’s borders lives the Oracle: a wise and accomplished mage, tasked by the Founder Dragons to ensure that the magic of Strixhaven is used to

. The current Oracle is an elderly human named Jadzi. A graduate of Quandrix College, Jadzi has since expanded her studies to encompass all disciplines of spellcasting, tempering the mathematical abstractions she wielded at Strixhaven with benevolent divination and a return to the basics of magic itself.

Ramya's Powers and Dominion

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

Kalakeri’s borders as detailed in “The Mists” at the start of this chapter, but she can do so only while she controls the Sapphire Throne. If her faction is driven out of Jadurai, the domain’s borders remain in their current state until she regains control.

with her siblings Arijani and Reeva. She constantly struggles to quell the rebellion they lead, as detailed in “Treachery in Kalakeri” later in this domain. Closing the Borders. Ramya can close or open

Yuan-ti Pureblood Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

body, thought, and emotion. Freed from the limitations of their human bodies, the yuan-ti used their new abilities to conquer new lands and expand their borders. One Race, Many Forms The bodies of all

the blood, as it once did. Because their population is so small, the yuan-ti are aware they are vulnerable in open warfare. Instead, their current plans assume they will never rule outwardly in

Relic Sloth

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

, where other beasts of burden would falter. The distinctive sickle-shaped claws on a relic sloth’s forelimbs are primarily used for climbing, though they can fend off a hungry predator in a pinch. Relic

. When the relic sloth is subjected to an effect that would move it out of its current space or knock it prone, it is neither moved nor knocked prone.

Noteworthy Sites

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

have grown greedy and try to stifle competition from new vendors. Outer Edges The region of Siabsungkoh that borders the wilderness, the Outer Edges are overgrown with lush greenery and lau-pop flowers

and provide nourishment to the sorcerer. They believe Phi’s pact with the spirits protects them still. Beyond this memorial is the domain of the mountain’s spirits. The mountain guardian, Saan, resides

Xenk Yendar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Thieves’ Gallery

words “Neither virtue nor blade shall break” are etched in Celestial on the blade of his daggersword. Xenk ages more slowly than a normal human, and with this gift comes the burden of perspective. His

. He can replace Daggersword Flourish with Cleansing Touch if it’s available. Daggersword. Choose the attack that corresponds to the daggersword’s current form (see Daggersword Shift below

Meeting Atiba-Pa

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

former Lightsea Lancer and Djaynai’s current regent. He is known not only for his falcon-eyed shrewdness but also for his compassion and kindness. Those close to him know he suffers bleak moods, during

honor to serve my homeland. I will not pass beyond our borders for any reason.” Flaw. “I can’t let them see me when I’m like this. The melancholy in my bones is mine alone to bear.”

Things to Do in Tavick's Landing

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

Walls alone holds more Cyran refugees than Karrnath has allowed across its borders. If you read the Sharn Inquisitive or the Korranberg Chronicle, you’ve heard the endless litany of how difficult life

survived the Mourning did so because they were beyond the borders of their nation. And why is that? Because they were soldiers. The Sharn Inquisitive talks about starving children and ailing

Prince Oargev of New Cyre

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

sentiment. Oargev wisely views Boranel as an ally, but knows Breland could be a threat. Q’barra. Aside from New Cyre, the largest population of Cyran refugees resides in Q’barra. Oargev has invited these

violent Cyran extremists. Even the Brelish, for all their practiced indifference, become guarded when confronted by Cyrans, who represent a burden foisted upon them by their leaders. They tend to treat

The Darkening

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

specific area, surrounding the coral mountain that encases the many sunken ships that recently met an untimely demise. Current. The current here is strong and constantly shifting. This effectively

The Celestial

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

The Celestial Your patron is a powerful being of the Upper Planes. You have bound yourself to an ancient empyrean, solar, ki-rin, unicorn, or other entity that resides in the planes of everlasting

your choice that is within 30 feet of you takes radiant damage equal to 2d8 + your Charisma modifier, and it is blinded until the end of the current turn. Once you use this feature, you can’t use it again until you finish a long rest.

Oracle of Strixhaven

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

Oracle of Strixhaven Somewhere in the lands beyond Strixhaven’s borders lives the Oracle: a wise and accomplished mage, tasked by the Founder Dragons to ensure that the magic of Strixhaven is used

virtue. The current Oracle is an elderly human named Jadzi. A graduate of Quandrix College, Jadzi has since expanded her studies to encompass all disciplines of spellcasting, tempering the mathematical

Sylvania

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

celebration is just for them, adorning each guest’s head with a flower crown and fashioning them garments in theme with the current festival, which changes by the day. “Hey, everybody, watch this!” –Dewie

gate’s current location, but the portal never stays there for long. Regional Effects The region containing Sylvania’s planar gate is influenced by the magic of Arborea, creating one or more of the

Finding the Nimblewright

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

character to deliver it to whichever location sets into motion the sequence of encounters discussed in this chapter (see “Encounter Chains”). Once the stone divests itself of its current owner, it tries to

erase all knowledge of itself from that character’s mind (see the item’s description in appendix A). Any player whose character is forced to forget about the stone carries the burden of roleplaying

First Session

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

that they would have been dangerous to hold onto—and even more dangerous to return. When the discussion around the events from Hoard of the Dragon Queen is concluded, the council moves on to current

investigative powers and a writ demonstrating such. This grants the characters access to resources and sites they deem necessary for their investigation, but carries with it the burden of oversight from the

First Session

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

current matters. It’s obvious to all that the adventurers have taken a firm hand in addressing this crisis, and that they have proven their worth. The council deputizes the characters with emergency

investigative powers and a writ demonstrating such. This grants the characters access to resources and sites they deem necessary for their investigation, but carries with it the burden of oversight from

Lynx Creatlach

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild

locked and accessed from inside the back of her mouth, as a container for her most private treasures. Lynx’s Manor Lynx resides in a narrow, multistory house in a fine part of the city. While she claims

ownership of the place, she has merely taken over the manor from its current owner. That owner (whose identity is left to your determination) is kept alive and bound within an extradimensional prison

Goblinoid War Camp

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

. This configuration enables all the goblinoids to swiftly rally and exit the camp en masse to meet an approaching threat. Command Center The camp’s warlord resides in the command center, which is a large

protect it. Pens and Pits Goblins are responsible for tending to the camp’s slaves, battle beasts, and beasts of burden. These are hobbled, chained to posts, or placed in pens, cages, or pits as needed

Leonin of Oreskos

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

grown less isolated, though, they have come to explore greater continuity in their leadership, and the current speaker, Brimaz, has held the office for several years. One of the few men to ever be

focus has largely been within the grasslands’ borders, he cautiously explores engaging in trade with the human poleis Ironmanes One collection of leonin prides, the Ironmanes, doesn’t recognize the

The Guild

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

, calling them in when it suits them — often with interest. Rivalries exist between kingpins, and their territorial borders shift constantly. As long as these internal feuds don’t disrupt Guild

month’s safe word, though any member of the Guild found selling the information faces harsh punishment. Nine-Fingers Keene The current leader of the Guild, Nine-Fingers Keene, disdains flashy garb and

The Guild

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer

, calling them in when it suits them — often with interest. Rivalries exist between kingpins, and their territorial borders shift constantly. As long as these internal feuds don’t disrupt Guild

month’s safe word, though any member of the Guild found selling the information faces harsh punishment. Nine-Fingers Keene The current leader of the Guild, Nine-Fingers Keene, disdains flashy garb and

Bedlam

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

deeds against their neighbors. One Pixel Brush Howling winds erupt from Sablereach, an obsidian tower that claws above the miserable bowl that is Bedlam Gate Bedlam’s blustering gate resides at the

violent winds merely changed direction, engulfing the mage before resuming their normal outward flow. When the winds reversed, they spat out Bedlam’s current gatekeeper: Cirrus the Silent, a chaotic neutral

Spaceship Locations, Level 4

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

artificial eyes that glare menacingly down at you. The voice belongs to Aphelion, whose consciousness resides on the servers in this dimly lit room. The supercomputer’s usually blithe demeanor has turned

. Nova has a shaved head and wears a green jumpsuit. Once freed, Nova takes a moment to regain her composure and footing. She then thanks the characters and questions them about her current location and

Life in the Domains of Dread

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

twelve lunar cycles. While domains don’t ascribe to a shared history, the populace of all domains inexplicably accept the current year as 735. Some local histories cleave to anomalous dates and methods

about the nature of their domains or what lies beyond the Mists. This preoccupation, along with the lack of shared borders or reliable travel, means that mercantile ventures and military conquests

The Foundry

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2

in risk being swept away by the current. A creature that falls in the river and is within 5 feet of the water’s edge must succeed on a DC 10 Strength saving throw to catch itself on the rocky bank

. On a failed save, or if the creature is too far away from the bank, it is drawn into the main current. A creature in the main current that takes no other action is swept 60 feet downstream (to the

Ziggurat Locations, Tier 5

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

proved too great, and Darius assassinated his brother. Demetrius’s vengeful spirit now resides within the softly glowing robe. Secret Doors. The north wall hides two secret doors to areas B45 and B47

Demetrius’s spirit resides within it, the spirit finds another object in the ziggurat to inhabit. If Darius is slain, Demetrius passes to the afterlife, and his robe becomes a Cloak of Protection

Factions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

he considers revolting necessities. Only a handful of true Cult of the Dragon initiates and officers resides at the castle. All of them are noted in the castle description. They act as overseers and

, Rezmir will hand Castle Naerytar over to him, and he will rule the entire Mere of Dead Men from the castle. The only obstacle he sees between himself and his goal is the castle’s current master

Factions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

revolting necessities. Only a handful of true Cult of the Dragon initiates and officers resides at the castle. All of them are noted in the castle description. They act as overseers and aides to Borngray

Naerytar over to him, and he will rule the entire Mere of Dead Men from the castle. The only obstacle he sees between himself and his goal is the castle’s current master, Dralmorrer Borngray; the notion

Bryn Shander Quests

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

gemstones as payment (see “Treasure”). See the “Xantharl’s Keep” section in chapter 3 for more information on the Weevil and his current whereabouts. Treasure. Sorelisa and Naeremos share a room in

Everlund and seek out Krowen Valharrow, a Harper wizard who resides at Moongleam Tower (see the “Inner Circles” section in chapter 3). The gnome describes Krowen as a powerful wizard known to sponsor

Locations in Bryn Shander

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

Bryn Shander that it looks as if it had been magically transported here from some other region of Faerûn. The current elected speaker, Duvessa Shane (see appendix D), is the daughter of a trader from

hours without tiring. Others might bristle at her temerity, but she usually gets what she wants. B6. Town Hall Bryn Shander’s town hall is the largest building that borders the central square. It is

Ironslag: Yakfolk Village

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

the current turns the wheel, it not only powers the elevator in area 9 but also turns a large millstone located inside a hut next to the wheel, which has a beaded curtain entrance on the south wall

turning. When the wheel is stopped, the force of the current puts tremendous strain on it. At the end of each turn, the wheel has a 25 percent chance of breaking apart and tumbling down the waterfall

Outer City Gazetteer

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer

seeking just her spellcasting is subject to a frank and unflattering critique of their current coiffure. While Danthelon may never have been a real adventurer, he loves associating with them, and

As horses and other beasts of burden aren’t allowed inside the city walls, the Outer City overflows with stables and hostlers, ranging from muddy pens to barns nicer than most inns. Of these, the

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