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Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
. You infiltrate your secondary guild to learn its secrets, keep tabs on its activities, or perhaps undermine it from within.
Skill Proficiencies: Deception, Stealth
Tool Proficiencies:
guildless masses of the city.
Consider why you’re embedded in the secondary guild. Create a story with your DM, inspired by rolling on the following table or choosing a reason that suits you
Monsters
Eberron: Rising from the Last War
is built to carry wizards, artificers, magewrights, and elite troops. For this reason, these constructs are largely hollow on the inside, with tunnels, ladders, storage areas, and observation decks
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Backgrounds
Player’s Handbook (2014)
city that just happens to be for sale. These marvels sound implausible, but you make them sound like the real deal.
Skill Proficiencies: Deception, Sleight of HandTool Proficiencies
a born gambler who can’t resist taking a risk for a potential payoff.
5
I lie about almost everything, even when there’s no good reason to.
6
Sarcasm and insults are my
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
fortunately, maintaining that deception might require you to stay in hiding until you actually are.
3
You study the puzzles of mortal natures. You’ve seen followers of evil deities perform
past that could rewrite history. It might be information that would be damaging to the people who consigned you to exile, and hence the reason for your return to society.
Work with your DM to
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
you make them sound like the real deal.
Skill Proficiencies: Deception, Sleight of HandTool Proficiencies: Disguise kit, Forgery kitEquipment: A set of fine clothes, a disguise kit
. You might be able to bluff others through with you, or even convince members of the Watch that you’re a patriar. However, any true test of your authenticity is likely to reveal your deception
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
new arrivals. Characters must present a plausible reason for their presence and succeed on a DC 20 Charisma (Deception or Persuasion) check to convince the will-o’-wisps not to attack them. If they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
new arrivals. Characters must present a plausible reason for their presence and succeed on a DC 20 Charisma (Deception or Persuasion) check to convince the will-o’-wisps not to attack them. If they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
new arrivals. Characters must present a plausible reason for their presence and succeed on a DC 20 Charisma (Deception or Persuasion) check to convince the will-o’-wisps not to attack them. If they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
creature, much like the effect of rapid aging. For this reason, darklings cover their entire bodies with clothing when exposure to light is a risk. The light darklings absorb over the course of their
(3d6 + 3)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
9 (−1)
DEX
16 (+3)
CON
12 (+1)
INT
10 (+0)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
10 (+0)
Skills Acrobatics +5, Deception +2, Perception +5
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Helmed Horror This construct possesses intelligence, the ability to reason and adjust its tactics, and an unswerving devotion to its maker that persists even after its maker’s demise. Resembling an
understand the difference between an order’s intent and its exact wording. Unlike many constructs, it seeks to fulfill the former rather than slavishly follow the latter. Tactical Cunning. A helmed horror
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Helmed Horror This construct possesses intelligence, the ability to reason and adjust its tactics, and an unswerving devotion to its maker that persists even after its maker’s demise. Resembling an
understand the difference between an order’s intent and its exact wording. Unlike many constructs, it seeks to fulfill the former rather than slavishly follow the latter. Tactical Cunning. A helmed horror
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
, it’s off limits to most visitors. The tower has been condemned for years, though the reason has become obscure. No effort has been made to tear it down or repair it. There have been a few recent reports
arcane devices called rockets. With the help of several constructs, Stonky has spent months secretly repairing the Barn Door with the goal of launching it into space. The gnome plans to take a choice
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
creature, much like the effect of rapid aging. For this reason, darklings cover their entire bodies with clothing when exposure to light is a risk. The light darklings absorb over the course of their
(3d6 + 3)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
9 (−1)
DEX
16 (+3)
CON
12 (+1)
INT
10 (+0)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
10 (+0)
Skills Acrobatics +5, Deception +2, Perception +5
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
creature, much like the effect of rapid aging. For this reason, darklings cover their entire bodies with clothing when exposure to light is a risk. The light darklings absorb over the course of their
(3d6 + 3)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
9 (−1)
DEX
16 (+3)
CON
12 (+1)
INT
10 (+0)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
10 (+0)
Skills Acrobatics +5, Deception +2, Perception +5
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
metaphorical progenitor of the Returned, Phenax also takes time to provide shelter and opportunities for his children to disrupt the mortal world. Divine Relationships It stands to reason that the god of
secrets, deception, and betrayal isn’t close with the rest of the pantheon. This is not to say that Phenax doesn’t have active relationships with others in the pantheon, but his position as the patron
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
metaphorical progenitor of the Returned, Phenax also takes time to provide shelter and opportunities for his children to disrupt the mortal world. Divine Relationships It stands to reason that the god of
secrets, deception, and betrayal isn’t close with the rest of the pantheon. This is not to say that Phenax doesn’t have active relationships with others in the pantheon, but his position as the patron
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
metaphorical progenitor of the Returned, Phenax also takes time to provide shelter and opportunities for his children to disrupt the mortal world. Divine Relationships It stands to reason that the god of
secrets, deception, and betrayal isn’t close with the rest of the pantheon. This is not to say that Phenax doesn’t have active relationships with others in the pantheon, but his position as the patron
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Helmed Horror This construct possesses intelligence, the ability to reason and adjust its tactics, and an unswerving devotion to its maker that persists even after its maker’s demise. Resembling an
understand the difference between an order’s intent and its exact wording. Unlike many constructs, it seeks to fulfill the former rather than slavishly follow the latter. Tactical Cunning. A helmed horror
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
, it’s off limits to most visitors. The tower has been condemned for years, though the reason has become obscure. No effort has been made to tear it down or repair it. There have been a few recent reports
arcane devices called rockets. With the help of several constructs, Stonky has spent months secretly repairing the Barn Door with the goal of launching it into space. The gnome plans to take a choice
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
, it’s off limits to most visitors. The tower has been condemned for years, though the reason has become obscure. No effort has been made to tear it down or repair it. There have been a few recent reports
arcane devices called rockets. With the help of several constructs, Stonky has spent months secretly repairing the Barn Door with the goal of launching it into space. The gnome plans to take a choice
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
not be sufficient motivation to take that risk. The Grand Masquerade is a fantastic adventure backdrop, but not a complete adventure. Adventurers need a good reason to attend; you can give them one by
the characters have a reason to be at the Grand Masquerade, they face a series of dangerous trials as they navigate the social intricacies of the ball. Common challenges include securing an invitation
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
for Coal as her reason for hiring the characters, but a character who succeeds on a Wisdom (Insight) check contested by the Germaine’s Charisma (Deception) check can sense that she’s holding
for no reason other than their barbaric attitudes, report them to the Watch and this publication immediately. The Sharn Watch is bound by law to arrest these hooligans when they show their criminal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
not be sufficient motivation to take that risk. The Grand Masquerade is a fantastic adventure backdrop, but not a complete adventure. Adventurers need a good reason to attend; you can give them one by
the characters have a reason to be at the Grand Masquerade, they face a series of dangerous trials as they navigate the social intricacies of the ball. Common challenges include securing an invitation
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
for Coal as her reason for hiring the characters, but a character who succeeds on a Wisdom (Insight) check contested by the Germaine’s Charisma (Deception) check can sense that she’s holding
for no reason other than their barbaric attitudes, report them to the Watch and this publication immediately. The Sharn Watch is bound by law to arrest these hooligans when they show their criminal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
for Coal as her reason for hiring the characters, but a character who succeeds on a Wisdom (Insight) check contested by the Germaine’s Charisma (Deception) check can sense that she’s holding
for no reason other than their barbaric attitudes, report them to the Watch and this publication immediately. The Sharn Watch is bound by law to arrest these hooligans when they show their criminal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
not be sufficient motivation to take that risk. The Grand Masquerade is a fantastic adventure backdrop, but not a complete adventure. Adventurers need a good reason to attend; you can give them one by
the characters have a reason to be at the Grand Masquerade, they face a series of dangerous trials as they navigate the social intricacies of the ball. Common challenges include securing an invitation
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
creature, much like the effect of rapid aging. For this reason, darklings cover their entire bodies with clothing when exposure to light is a risk. The light darklings absorb over the course of their lives
)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
9 (-1)
DEX
16 (+3)
CON
12 (+1)
INT
10 (+0)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
10 (+0)
Skills Acrobatics +5, Deception +2, Perception +5, Stealth
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
creature, much like the effect of rapid aging. For this reason, darklings cover their entire bodies with clothing when exposure to light is a risk. The light darklings absorb over the course of their lives
)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
9 (-1)
DEX
16 (+3)
CON
12 (+1)
INT
10 (+0)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
10 (+0)
Skills Acrobatics +5, Deception +2, Perception +5, Stealth
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
creature, much like the effect of rapid aging. For this reason, darklings cover their entire bodies with clothing when exposure to light is a risk. The light darklings absorb over the course of their lives
)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
9 (-1)
DEX
16 (+3)
CON
12 (+1)
INT
10 (+0)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
10 (+0)
Skills Acrobatics +5, Deception +2, Perception +5, Stealth
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
reason not to. Impostor At 13th level, you gain the ability to unerringly mimic another person’s speech, writing, and behavior. You must spend at least three hours studying these three components of the
advantage on any Charisma (Deception) check you make to avoid detection. Death Strike Starting at 17th level, you become a master of instant death. When you attack and hit a creature that is surprised, it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
reason not to. Impostor At 13th level, you gain the ability to unerringly mimic another person’s speech, writing, and behavior. You must spend at least three hours studying these three components of the
advantage on any Charisma (Deception) check you make to avoid detection. Death Strike Starting at 17th level, you become a master of instant death. When you attack and hit a creature that is surprised, it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
reason not to. Impostor At 13th level, you gain the ability to unerringly mimic another person’s speech, writing, and behavior. You must spend at least three hours studying these three components of the
advantage on any Charisma (Deception) check you make to avoid detection. Death Strike Starting at 17th level, you become a master of instant death. When you attack and hit a creature that is surprised, it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
)
INT
19(+4)
WIS
12(+1)
CHA
15(+2)
Saving Throws Int +7, Cha +5
Skills Deception +5, Perception +4, plus one of the following: Arcana +7, History +7, Nature +7, or Religion
greater restoration or heal spell. Constructs, oozes, plants, and undead succeed on the save automatically.
While memory drained, the target must roll a d4 and subtract the number rolled from any
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
)
INT
19(+4)
WIS
12(+1)
CHA
15(+2)
Saving Throws Int +7, Cha +5
Skills Deception +5, Perception +4, plus one of the following: Arcana +7, History +7, Nature +7, or Religion
greater restoration or heal spell. Constructs, oozes, plants, and undead succeed on the save automatically.
While memory drained, the target must roll a d4 and subtract the number rolled from any
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
)
INT
19(+4)
WIS
12(+1)
CHA
15(+2)
Saving Throws Int +7, Cha +5
Skills Deception +5, Perception +4, plus one of the following: Arcana +7, History +7, Nature +7, or Religion
greater restoration or heal spell. Constructs, oozes, plants, and undead succeed on the save automatically.
While memory drained, the target must roll a d4 and subtract the number rolled from any






