both been demand class ranks

Sword of Kas

Magic Items Dungeon Master’s Guide

3d6 Psychic damage. On a failed save, the wielder is dominated by the sword, as if by the Dominate Monster spell, and the sword demands blood. The spell effect ends when the sword’s demand is met

Initiative rolls. Blade of Defense. When you take an action to attack with the sword, you can transfer some or all of its attack bonus to your Armor Class instead. The adjusted bonuses remain in

Paladin

Classes Player’s Handbook

definition, the life of a Paladin is an adventuring life, for every Paladin lives on the front lines of the cosmic struggle against annihilation. Fighters are rare enough among the ranks of a world&rsquo

Spell Level— Level Proficiency Bonus Class Features Channel Divinity Prepared Spells 1 2 3 4 5 1 +2 Lay On Hands, Spellcasting, Weapon Mastery — 2 2 &mdash

Orzhov Representative

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

The prospect of immense wealth is the promise of membership in the Orzhov Syndicate. All of the guild’s endeavors channel wealth from Ravnican society into the ranks of the Orzhov — and

a belt pouch containing 1 pp (an Orzhov-minted 10-zino coin) Feature: Leverage You can exert leverage over one or more individuals below you in the guild’s hierarchy and demand their help as

Cleric Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

his axe in wide swaths to cut through the ranks of orcs arrayed against him, shouting praise to the gods with every foe’s fall. Calling down a curse upon the forces of undeath, a human lifts

. Most adventuring clerics maintain some connection to established temples and orders of their faiths. A temple might ask for a cleric’s aid, or a high priest might be in a position to demand it

Sword of Kas Legacy

Magic Items Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

dominated by the sword, as if by the dominate monster spell, and the sword demands that it be bathed in blood. The spell effect ends when the sword’s demand is met. Random Properties. The Sword of Kas

Class instead. The adjusted bonuses remain in effect until the start of your next turn. Spells. While the sword is on your person, you can use an action to cast one of the following spells (save DC 18

Entertainer - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

Storyteller 10 Tumbler FEATURE: BY POPULAR DEMAND You can always find a place to perform, usually in an inn or tavern but possibly with a circus, at a theater, or even in a noble’s

occupation or social class that frequents the establishment. This contact is delighted to talk with you, and to listen. Variant Entertainer: Gladiator A gladiator is as much an

Paladin Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

has taken him or her away from adventuring for a time, every paladin lives on the front lines of the cosmic struggle against evil. Fighters are rare enough among the ranks of the militias and armies

. Although the class features related to your oath don’t appear until you reach 3rd level, plan ahead for that choice by reading the oath descriptions at the end of the class. Are you a devoted

Wizard Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

spell and launches a tiny bead of fire toward the enemy ranks, where it erupts into a conflagration that engulfs the soldiers. Checking and rechecking his work, a human scribes an intricate magic

, defined and united as a class by the spells they cast. Drawing on the subtle weave of magic that permeates the cosmos, wizards cast spells of explosive fire, arcing lightning, subtle deception, and brute

Boros Legionnaire

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

, inspired by the example of the angels, moved by the plight of the downtrodden, and devoted to the cause of justice. Or you could be a cynic in the ranks, perhaps because you reluctantly followed in the

lifestyle between adventures. Boros Guild Spells Prerequisite: Spellcasting or Pact Magic class feature For you, the spells on the Boros Guild Spells table are added to the spell list of your

Hobgoblin

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

hobgoblin legions have emerged, with ranks of devoted soldiers famed for their unity. Hobgoblins are generally taller than their goblin cousins but not quite as big as bugbears. They have curved

;Quick Build” section for your character’s class offers suggestions on which scores to increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores

Monk Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

Her fists a blur as they deflect an incoming hail of arrows, a half-elf springs over a barricade and throws herself into the massed ranks of hobgoblins on the other side. She whirls among them

+30 ft. Empty Body 19th +6 1d10 19 +30 ft. Ability Score Improvement 20th +6 1d10 20 +30 ft. Perfect Self Class Features As a monk, you gain the following class features.

Dimir Operative

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

;s activities. 3 I’ve been assigned to get close to an individual in this guild and learn their secrets. 4 I’ve been assigned to recruit a new Dimir spy from the ranks of this

leave the Dimir and join this guild, but there is no escaping the Dimir. 8 I chose this guild at random or on a lark. Dimir Guild Spells Prerequisite: Spellcasting or Pact Magic class

The Goblins' Story

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

psionic powers, as evidenced by the goblin psi commanders and goblin psi brawlers (see appendix A for descriptions of both) that make up their ranks. Collectively, the goblins call themselves the

mind flayers demand that Ruxithid’s goblins find peculiar, black stone shards that came from an ancient obelisk once erected in the wilds outside of Phandalin. The obelisk originated in the ancient

Example Rival: Marina Rodemus

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

distant city, out of fear that their secret would be impossible to keep in their former home. After fighting her way to the top ranks of the wererat clans, Marina — along with a small army of followers

rundown neighborhoods. Folk demand that action be taken. Action Caravan raids by goblinoids become more common, and folk talk of gathering a militia. Marina contributes generously to the effort. Action

The Rank and File

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

ranks. A devil of a higher rank can potentially compel those beneath it to obey its orders, but it must still abide by the law when exercising its authority. In most cases, a devil can demand the

question, and take part in drills when off duty to ensure that they act to the exact parameters of their instructions. Some other devils, particularly those of higher ranks and those tasked with

Animated Armor

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

guardian is almost always a suit of plate armor. To add to its menace, animated armor is frequently enchanted with scripted speech, so the armor can utter warnings, demand passwords, or deliver riddles

. Rare suits of animated armor are able to carry on an actual conversation. Animated Armor Medium construct, unaligned Armor Class 18 (natural armor) Hit Points 33 (6d8 + 6) Speed 25 ft

Hobgoblin Iron Shadow

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse

iron shadow is usually recruited from the ranks of the Feywild’s hobgoblin armies or from among the hobgoblins who have resided in the Material Plane for centuries. A candidate for admission undergoes a

and arduous process; many aspirants don’t finish it, and years might go by during which the iron shadows welcome no new members into their ranks. When a recruit’s training is complete, they are tasked

City Guard

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

, Goldenfields, and Daggerford. City Guard Private, Captain, and Griffon Cavalry Rider Ranks in the City Guard Members of the City Guard have ranks. From lowest to highest, they are: Private Sergeant (armar

alignment Armor Class 17 (half plate) Hit Points 58 (9d8 + 18) Speed 30 ft. STR 14(+2) DEX 15(+2) CON 14(+2) INT 10(+0) WIS 12(+1) CHA 10(+0) Skills

Adventurer NPCs

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

Adventurer NPCs If you don’t have enough players to form a full party, you can use NPCs to fill out the ranks. These NPCs should be the same level as the lowest-level adventurer in the party and

NPC is being portrayed well, you can take control of the NPC, give it to another player, or simply have the NPC leave the party. NPC supporting characters are easier to play if you limit their class

Wizard

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

completes her spell and launches a tiny bead of fire toward the enemy ranks, where it erupts into a conflagration that engulfs the soldiers. Checking and rechecking his work, a human scribes an intricate

, defined and united as a class by the spells they cast. Drawing on the subtle weave of magic that permeates the cosmos, wizards cast spells of explosive fire, arcing lightning, subtle deception, and

What Devils Want

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

character’s soul might demand a service by way of compensation. Such services drive the character toward committing evil or morally questionable acts designed to make the character more amenable to

level in the warlock class, choosing the Fiend (represented in this case by the archdevil) as their otherworldly patron.

Wizard

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

completes her spell and launches a tiny bead of fire toward the enemy ranks, where it erupts into a conflagration that engulfs the soldiers. Checking and rechecking his work, a human scribes an intricate

, defined and united as a class by the spells they cast. Drawing on the subtle weave of magic that permeates the cosmos, wizards cast spells of explosive fire, arcing lightning, subtle deception, and

Sahuagin Coral Smasher

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

Sahuagin Coral Smasher Employed as frontline brutes in The Final Enemy, coral smashers are drawn from the ranks of the strongest sahuagin warriors. Their physical strength overcomes the resistance of

the water as they swing their hammers at structures and foes with equal zeal. Sahuagin Coral Smasher Medium humanoid (sahuagin), lawful evil Armor Class 14 (natural armor) Hit Points 33 (6d8

Orzhov Giant

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica

Orzhov Giant A few giants join the ranks of the Orzhov Syndicate and serve as guards, executioners, and thugs — the muscle of the guild. The presence of Orzhov giants in markets and streets serves as

an effective reminder for business owners to keep their payments up to date. Orzhov Giant Large giant, lawful evil Armor Class 18 (plate) Hit Points 84 (8d10 + 40) Speed 40 ft. STR 23

Prismari Student

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

or Pact Magic feature, the spells on the Prismari Spells table are added to the spell list of your spellcasting class. (If you are a multiclass character with multiple spell lists, these spells are

Prismari Character Any class or subclass that wields elemental forces of cold, fire, lightning, and wind can be a good fit in Prismari. Druids and sorcerers are common in Prismari, and wizards who study the

2. Island Chamber

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

characters might be able to bluff or roleplay past them. The elves demand the characters’ names and ask questions they believe only true cultists would know the answers to, including knowing the

identities of the cult’s leaders and the structure of its ranks. Even if they are fooled initially, the elves become suspicious if the characters begin to ask any questions that cultists should know

2. Island Chamber

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

to arrive at the lair, and savvy characters might be able to bluff or roleplay past them. The elves demand the characters’ names and ask questions they believe only true cultists would know the

answers to, including knowing the identities of the cult’s leaders and the structure of its ranks. Even if they are fooled initially, the elves become suspicious if the characters begin to ask any

Githyanki Kith'rak

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

Githyanki Kith’rak The githyanki’s militarized culture assigns ranks and responsibilities to its citizens. Groups of ten warriors follow the commands of the sarths (githyanki warriors), while ten

Kith’rak Medium humanoid (gith), lawful evil Armor Class 18 (plate) Hit Points 180 (24d8 + 72) Speed 30 ft. STR 18(+4) DEX 16(+3) CON 17(+3) INT 16(+3) WIS 15(+2

Knight of Solamnia

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

Solamnia provide you free, modest lodging and food at any of their fortresses or encampments. Building a Knight of Solamnia Character Any class that has martial prowess can be a good fit in the Knights

of Solamnia. Fighters and paladins make up the bulk of the knighthood’s forces. Clerics (often with the War domain) can also be found among the knights’ ranks. For a more unusual take on a Knight

Paladin Orders

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

against dangerous and wild forces, particularly unnatural creatures. Of the options in the Sacred Oath class feature, the Oath of the Crown (described below) and the Oath of Devotion (described in the

Player’s Handbook) are equally represented among their ranks. Order of the Gilded Eye The monastery and cathedral of Helm’s Hold stands on the edge of the Neverwinter Wood in the North as a safe haven

Vlazok

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

of chaos, smashing through crowds of weaker demons and decimating their ranks with powerful attacks. Vlazok Large Fiend (Demon), Typically Chaotic Evil Armor Class 17 (natural armor) Hit Points 136

Elves of Valenar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

find challenges worthy of a hero. In creating a Valenar, think about your patron ancestor. Your class should reflect their class; if you’re a wizard, your ancestor was likely a legendary archmage. If

Valenar ally. If you work with your DM to create the story behind your double scimitar, you can start with the weapon at 1st level in place of a martial weapon normally granted by your class. However

Hobgoblin

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

. However, they hate elves and attack them first in battle over any other opponents, even if doing so would be a tactical error. Legions often supplement their ranks with less reliable and more

evil Armor Class 18 (chain mail, shield) Hit Points 11 (2d8 + 2) Speed 30 ft. STR 13 (+1) DEX 12 (+1) CON 12 (+1) INT 10 (+0) WIS 10 (+0) CHA

Raklupis Spyder-Fiend

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

-fiends. Raklupis Spyder-Fiend Large Fiend (Demon), Typically Chaotic Evil Armor Class 19 (natural armor) Hit Points 210 (28d10 + 56) Speed 40 ft., climb 40 ft. STR 17 (+3) DEX 20 (+5

, Telekinesis, Teleport Bonus Actions Demand Loyalty. The raklupis magically ends the charmed and frightened conditions on itself and on any number of allies within 60 feet of itself. Conceptopolis

Cadaver Collector

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

Cadaver Collector Tom Babbey Ancient war machines known as cadaver collectors lumber aimlessly across the blasted plains of Acheron until they are called on by a necromancer to bolster the ranks of

Collector Large Construct, Typically Lawful Evil Armor Class 17 (natural armor) Hit Points 189 (18d10 + 90) Speed 30 ft. STR 21 (+5) DEX 14 (+2) CON 20 (+5) INT 5 (−3) WIS 11

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