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Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
cover by serving as a bodyguard to Vorondar Levelstone, a dwarf magister stationed at the South Gate. She likes the dwarf and has earned his confidence, allowing her to reach the rank of captain in the
, Tashlyn has an unfettered sense of superiority. Quick to anger, she hates to back down from a fight. She respects anyone who can best her in melee combat.
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
dozen adopted grandparents inviting you in for a meal.
3
Seeing a lost patriar after dark in the Outer City, you guided the wayward noble through back streets to safety. The patriar repaid your
for one last chance to win back the goodwill you’ve drunk away.
5
You once defeated a raging bugbear with a hand mirror, a mounted deer’s head, and two kicks to the groin. Later, you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
that a performance can go wrong are as varied as the fish in the sea. No matter what sort of disaster might occur, however, a bard has the courage and the confidence to rebound from it — either pressing
on with the show (if possible) or promising to come back tomorrow with a new performance that’s guaranteed to please. Embarrassments d6 Embarrassment 1 The time when your comedic song, “Big Tom’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
’ appearance and back up their claims with evidence, such as the matching symbols from the cave and Prince Kirina’s or Kedjou’s notes, Uzoma believes them and is outraged. Prince Kirina’s confidence rapidly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
pinned, face down, by rocks placed atop his arms, legs, and back. He is barefoot and wears ragged clothes.
Depending on what has happened in area T3, Grund (male half-orc thug) might be standing by
as responses to the characters’ questions. The Believers put him here as punishment for being disobedient. He failed to deliver a message from his father, Rotharr Hatherhand, to Ilmeth Waelvur. It
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
into thin air for no reason, then return in a fury if the characters try to call her back. If the party manages to converse with Ilda, they might learn that yuan-ti dwell in the innermost parts of the
complex. Ilda knows nothing about the cultists, who have not entered this area. If the characters gain her confidence, Ilda can also offer the following information: Diderius’s passion was powerful
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Charisma Charisma measures your ability to interact effectively with others. It includes such factors as confidence and eloquence, and it can represent a charming or commanding personality. Charisma
trying to pry information out of a prisoner, convincing street thugs to back down from a confrontation, or using the edge of a broken bottle to convince a sneering vizier to reconsider a decision
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Charisma Charisma measures your ability to interact effectively with others. It includes such factors as confidence and eloquence, and it can represent a charming or commanding personality. Charisma
trying to pry information out of a prisoner, convincing street thugs to back down from a confrontation, or using the edge of a broken bottle to convince a sneering vizier to reconsider a decision
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
the Fey type, has Intelligence 7, and can speak and understand simple phrases and concepts in Common. Nene has a boisterous personality but is easily distracted. He can mime straightforward responses to
questions, tap objects to get his point across, scratch simple images in the dirt, and so forth. The macaw is confused by the process of passing through the rift but is eager to get back to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
project, I hold the necklace to give me confidence.” Flaw. “The world disappears when I’m focused. I often don’t notice people talking to me at such times.” Ameyali’s Request Ameyali can use her magic
companions right their cart, Ameyali can answer the characters’ questions. She then asks if her caravan might travel back to Etizalan with them. Along the way, she shares the following information: The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
confidence in her allies and fear in her enemies. Though normally calm and composed, Korvala becomes angry and combative when recalling the struggles she and her pack have experienced, including Nidalia’s
live in peace.” Bond. “Nidalia, I owe everything to you. I will bring you back, mark my words.” Flaw. “If I can’t benefit from it, I’m not interested.”
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
Flail Snail A flail snail is a creature of elemental earth that is prized for its multihued shell. Hunters might be lulled into a false sense of confidence upon sighting this ponderous, seemingly
rolling a d6:
1–2. If the spell affects an area or has multiple targets, it fails and has no effect. If the spell targets only the snail, it has no effect on the snail and is reflected back at the caster
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
handle at any moment. She might vanish into thin air for no reason, then return in a fury if the characters try to call her back. If the party manages to converse with Ilda, they might learn that yuan-ti
dwell in the innermost parts of the complex. Ilda knows nothing about the cultists, who have not entered this area. If the characters gain her confidence, Ilda can also offer the following information
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
hundreds of refugees from the neighboring land of Elturgard. However, the gates can’t hold back news that Elturgard’s capital has fallen, and that Grand Duke Ulder Ravengard of Baldur’s Gate is missing
the hoard of Tiamat, the evil queen of dragons imprisoned in the Nine Hells. With Grand Duke Ulder Ravengard out of the way, Thalamra is paying the Dead Three to shatter confidence in the Flaming Fist
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
hobgoblin and the bandit try to prevent the characters from entering the room, while the scout hangs back to fire its ranged weapon. Treasure. The five bolts of silk are worth 50 gp each, and the eight casks
sacrifice every one of his companions to achive these ends.
Confidence Aplenty. Sanbalet’s success stems from confidence in his abilities. He delights in criminal behavior and considers himself a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
turns his head and addresses them: “Are you here to worship me?”
If one or more characters say yes, the giant invites them to sit with him. If no characters say yes, he goes back to staring. Characters
who speak with the giant get lethargic responses but can eventually learn that he believes he’s a god whose followers forgot him, and now even he has forgotten who he is. The giant has no hope of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Lies to intercept a message from Alustriel to Mordenkainen, then used the crown to mimic Mordenkainen. Kas then met with Alustriel and gained her confidence. While posing as Mordenkainen, Kas sabotages
Pandemonium. Alustriel has the clerics of Silverymoon bring the characters back to life, apologetic for not discovering Kas’s ruse and angry she was duped. Alustriel suspects Kas knows where Vecna
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
of uninvited guests, but quickly conceals her feelings with a welcoming smile. She attempts to gain the intruders’ confidence by pretending to believe that they are guests of Victoro’s and saying
few years back, but they have since reversed their fortunes and restored their lucrative banking and money-lending business. Victoro and Ammalia’s eldest son disappeared three years ago when the family
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
victim. If the characters win Jute’s full confidence, either through roleplaying or with a successful DC 15 Charisma (Persuasion) check, she admits that she doesn’t believe Jarme was the sole killer — if
than an hour away from his chambers. When he appears in public, he wears heavy perfume and thick clothing soaked in water to forestall the effect, then rushes back to his lair as soon as he can to recover.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy
Spelljammer Nexus, the training area for Spelljammer cadets. The thefts have shaken the confidence of the academy’s investors and caused them to reduce their monthly funding. Mirt is not happy! Boatswain
Tarto tells the characters to get on with their tasks, then report back to her once all those tasks are complete. Tarto remains on the Simulations Deck.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Flail Snail A flail snail is a creature of elemental earth that is prized for its multihued shell. Hunters might be lulled into a false sense of confidence upon sighting this ponderous, seemingly
by rolling a d6:
1–2. If the spell affects an area or has multiple targets, it fails and has no effect. If the spell targets only the snail, it has no effect on the snail and is reflected back at the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
city’s own. Seventy-eight noble family lines are found here, many of which can trace their lineage back to the city’s founding. Books have been written about individual families — histories of their
themselves what it means to be a man or a woman, those who transcend gender as the gods do, and those who redefine entirely who they are. What confidence! I never tire of witnessing it. I have seen folk
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
. It’s a daunting task, but the party has their allies’ full confidence. Resources Before being ferried from to a landing point near the sahuagin fortress, the Saltmarsh council provides the characters
forces. The characters are ferried back to Saltmarsh, all the while being hailed as heroes willing to sacrifice everything for the cause. Alternatively, if the characters confront Baron Kepmak, they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
as the Cassalanters and the Irlingstars), but the penalties for not paying back Istrid’s loans are severe. Istrid worships Vergadain, the dwarven god of wealth and luck. She likes having others
, a dwarf magister stationed at the South Gate. She likes the dwarf and has earned his confidence, allowing her to reach the rank of captain in the City Guard. In that position, she watches over
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
style, consider using inspiration as a reward when the characters achieve an important goal or victory, representing a surge of confidence and energy. Under this model, give everyone in the party
retroactively spend it or are quick enough to award it before any rolls. This approach works best for groups that want to focus on immersion and player agency, where the DM steps back and gives the players
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
generosity.”
Flaw. “My confidence is bound up in my scarf’s powers. I’m quite the coward without it.”
Amidor the Dandelion
CHAPTER 4: YON
This 3-foot-tall talking dandelion finds poetry in
lives in his head, because he fears losing it might turn him back into the uncaring, self-serving person he was previously.
Alignment. Neutral (neutral evil without the maggot).
Personality Trait
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
generosity.”
Flaw. “My confidence is bound up in my scarf’s powers. I’m quite the coward without it.”
Amidor the Dandelion
CHAPTER 4: YON
This 3-foot-tall talking dandelion finds poetry
that lives in his head, because he fears losing it might turn him back into the uncaring, self-serving person he was previously.
Alignment. Neutral (neutral evil without the maggot).
Personality
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
demonic terrors of the Abyss. Were you in my place, would you risk it all to save others?” Zariel lets each character answer her question in turn. She thanks them for their responses, then utters a
question receive nothing. Once Zariel bestows her supernatural charms, Lulu’s Idyllglen memory ends. A flash of light brings all the characters (including dead ones) back to the Bleeding Citadel so that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Scarlet Brotherhood The Scarlet Brotherhood claims that the bloodline of its followers traces back to an ancient empire, the Suel Imperium, and their goal is to restore the old Suloise noble houses
. He relied on his mother’s expertise in most matters, which has allowed Skerrin to worm his way into Anders’s confidence. Skerrin Wavechaser Skerrin (LE male human assassin) is secretly the head
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
and everywhere comes a powerful voice that inspires confidence and awe.
“The last to wield this weapon was unworthy. His failure was a step along the path to the world’s destruction. But this new
, healing each creature present as if by the heal spell. If any characters died during this chapter, they immediately come back to life as if by the true resurrection spell, their bodies appearing in the chancel if they’re not already present. The light then vanishes.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
the characters approach in a peaceful manner, one of the scouts runs back to the vale to fetch their leaders, Laira Na’Gwaylar (lawful good, gnome veteran) and Saleen Glimmershade (neutral, gnome druid
holds authority and confidence. Stolen Steel. A group of trolls recently stole a crate of steel ingots from the gnomes. If the characters retrieve the ingots from the trolls (see the “Troll Cave
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
characters’ help, the keep can turn back the attackers with few casualties. (Many goblins are killed as their bodies are flung against the keep by the huckers.) During the uproar, any character who
succeeds on a DC 20 Wisdom (Insight) check realizes that the siege is a ruse to draw attention away from the village’s east gate, where the real attack is taking place. A while back, Worvil Forkbeard told
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
characters use the “Rime of the Frostmaiden” to cut a path to the dungeon. Reading the poem creates an opening in the ice wall that’s 100 feet high, 30 feet wide, and 20 feet deep. A tunnel at the back
examples of the questions the party might ask, and the golem’s responses: “Do you know where Ythryn is?” (No.) “Were you damaged when the city fell?” (Yes.) “Is there danger ahead?” (I don’t know.) “Have
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
the obsidian insignia scarabs of House Freth can ignore. The back wall is lined with boxes arrayed on shelves. Inside these boxes are thirty shortswords, thirty hand crossbows, and several hundred
music box worth 2,500 gp. 19k. Mother and Brother As the characters approach any of the doors to this area, they hear a female voice shouting in Elvish, followed by a male voice’s muted responses. Erelal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
instead has darkvision out to a range of 60 feet. It can understand Common but speaks only preprogrammed responses. If the modron has a flying speed, the replica has wings but can’t fly. The modron’s
has an easily spotted 6-inch-wide slot on its back, with the edge of a round disk protruding from it. A character within 5 feet of the buzz saw who succeeds on a DC 10 Dexterity (Sleight of Hand