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Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn
financial recompense. These cunning serial killers and mass murderers remain a step ahead of investigators, at least until the cultists’ zealous bloodlust overwhelms their senses.
Cultists
The
ways. Cultists who receive orders from their patron god directly are often the most ambitious and most dangerous.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
works of lesser beings crumble and fall into ruin fills me with joy.
3 I never confront a threat directly when deceit and skulduggery are available options.
4 Subjugating others is
always be torn down. (Evil)
2 Acquisitiveness. Possessing what others covet is immensely satisfying. (Any)
3 Cunning. Destroying your foes without exposing yourself to danger is an art
Goblin
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
appreciation for the finer things!
— Volo
Goblins occupy an uneasy place in a dangerous world, and they react by lashing out at any creatures they believe they can bully. Cunning in battle and
the fringes of a society first test its defenses by stealing objects, and if these crimes go unpunished, they begin stealing people.
Enslaved creatures receive the worst treatment the goblins can dish
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
, the elves are hesitant to attack possible guests of Neronvain or Chuth, but they remain suspicious. The elves are terrified of Chuth, and the cunning dragon has convinced them that he will free them
shrine. Characters who pray for her assistance in fighting the dragon can receive a boon at your discretion, including water breathing, bless, or other useful spells.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
, the elves are hesitant to attack possible guests of Neronvain or Chuth, but they remain suspicious. The elves are terrified of Chuth, and the cunning dragon has convinced them that he will free them in
shrine. Characters who pray for her assistance in fighting the dragon can receive a boon at your discretion, including water breathing, bless, or other useful spells.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
, entertainer, sailor (pirate), urchin Most champions of Phenax are exemplars of deceit, motivated by greed, revenge, or a good swindle. They have chosen to serve a mortal who ascended to godhood, possibly
because they want to emulate him. Phenax’s Favor Phenax expects his champions to be cunning and self-sufficient, much as he was when he escaped the Underworld. He has great respect for a sound plan
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
goals, you may still prefer to use trickery and cunning instead of relying on honesty or brute force. Zil gnomes typically use the forest gnome subrace. The natural illusionist trait is a part of
.
2 You have a mysterious contact who sends you missions via sending; when you follow their instructions, you invariably receive a reward.
3 You’ve acquired a plot of land in Xen’drik. You’ve
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
goals — of which there are many — often still prefers to use trickery and cunning rather than the unreliable tools of honesty or brute force. Most Zil gnomes belong to the forest gnome subrace. Their
asked, you receive handsome rewards. 3 You’ve inherited a plot of land in Q’barra. If you don’t visit within a year, you’ll lose the claim. 4 Due to an unusual twist of Triumvirate law, you share the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
finest inn. You dine at the best restaurants, retain the most skilled and fashionable tailor, and have servants attending to your every need. You receive invitations to the social gatherings of the
rich and powerful, and spend evenings in the company of politicians, guild leaders, high priests, and nobility. You must also contend with the highest levels of deceit and treachery. The wealthier you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
, retain the most skilled and fashionable tailor, and have servants attending to your every need. You receive invitations to the social gatherings of the rich and powerful, and spend evenings in the company
of politicians, guild leaders, high priests, and nobility. You must also contend with the highest levels of deceit and treachery. The wealthier you are, the greater the chance you will be drawn into
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
red eyes, and flowing robes. He can also assume other forms and is seldom seen without his ruby-tipped scepter in hand. Asmodeus is the most cunning and well-mannered of archdevils. On the surface, he
embodies the cruelty and corruption of law turned to evil ends. The devils of the Nine Hells are more cunning, more insidious, and far more dangerous than other Fiends. Their intelligence, their delight in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
live as the gods demand. Rich fields and the bounty of the sea support most people throughout Meletis. The people have reputations for being accomplished weavers, skilled sailors, and cunning
of magic can’t earn the title without such a sign of divine approval. One mage might receive the gift of a spear from Heliod, another could receive a clockwork owl from Ephara, and still another might
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
their local kingpin. A kingpin might receive requests for help from citizens, asking for loans or dealing with unauthorized crime, such as a thieving neighbor. A kingpin tracks these favors and debts
, thieves’ cant
Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
Cunning Action. On each of her turns in combat, Nine-Fingers can use a bonus action to take the Dash, Disengage, or Hide action.
Dagger Thrower. Nine-Fingers adds
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
their local kingpin. A kingpin might receive requests for help from citizens, asking for loans or dealing with unauthorized crime, such as a thieving neighbor. A kingpin tracks these favors and debts
: 6 (1d4 + 4) piercing damage plus 7 (2d6) poison damage.
Bonus Actions
Cunning Action. Nine-Fingers takes the Dash, Disengage, or Hide action.
Reactions
Uncanny Dodge. Nine-Fingers halves the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
the same turn. Level 13: Versatile Trickster You gain the ability to distract targets with your Mage Hand. When you use the Trip option of your Cunning Strike on a creature, you can also use that
isn’t reduced to 0 by using Steady Aim. Level 13: Envenom Weapons When you use the Poison option of your Cunning Strike, the target also takes 2d6 Poison damage whenever it fails the saving throw. This
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
war wagon laden with gold, gems, stout armor, and sharp weapons. Given the orcs’ propensity to rely on brute force rather than cunning, they can overcome only severely weakened dwarven strongholds
. Unfortunately for the dwarves, orcs seem to receive omens from Gruumsh bidding them to invade a stronghold just when it is wracked with plague, riven by infighting, or otherwise at its weakest. The all
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
. You might primarily attempt to convince others through charismatic arguments, or through force of will or intellectual cunning. You might lead by example, or by extolling the examples of other people
franchise party. Noteworthy Decisionists: Donaar Blit’zen (“C” Team), Kelshi Annab Essential Functions: Receive one extra vote on franchise matters; resolve interparty conflicts Position Proficiencies: In
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Prisoner 13
that stretch from her collarbone to her ankles. She surveys you with unimpressed eyes.
Prisoner 13 is a cunning schemer, ruthless and patient. She listens and watches, absorbing every detail she
, or just her right hand. If the characters are working for the Golden Vault, they know the organization would not approve of this method. The characters receive no reward from the organization if they kill or mutilate Prisoner 13.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
that stretch from her collarbone to her ankles. She surveys you with unimpressed eyes.
Prisoner 13 is a cunning schemer, ruthless and patient. She listens and watches, absorbing every detail she
, or just her right hand. If the characters are working for the Golden Vault, they know the organization would not approve of this method. The characters receive no reward from the organization if they kill or mutilate Prisoner 13.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
. Smiling ones are cloud giants who honor and emulate Memnor’s craftiness and deceit above all else. They are tricksters supreme who use sleight of hand, deception, misdirection, and magic in their
pursuit of wealth. They also possess a flair for unpredictability and a wicked sense of humor. While cloud giants expect a certain amount of trickery and deceit in their dealings with others of their kind
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
cunning — a trait that drow attach more importance to than they do to sanity. Give no quarter to drow, for none shall be given to you. Capture by drow means certain death, either as a sacrifice or after
. Malyk is associated with rebellion because when a wild mage’s true nature is revealed, the individual often has no recourse but to openly attack others and create chaos. Most other drow vie to receive
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
. (A gift from one family member to another doesn’t prove anything about the family’s largesse.) No cloud giant truly believes that it’s better to give than to receive; a family does so only with an
against dragons — they’re about brilliant wagers won through boldness or deceit, and rival families brought to disgrace and ruin by the same. TWO FACES OF MEMNOR
The chief deity of cloud giants is Memnor
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Goblins Goblins occupy an uneasy place in a dangerous world, and they react by lashing out at any creatures they believe they can bully. Cunning in battle and cruel in victory, goblins are fawning
by stealing objects, and if these crimes go unpunished, they begin stealing people. Enslaved creatures receive the worst treatment the goblins can dish out while still getting decent performance out of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
visitors might bring with them. Few seek the church’s services on their own. Rather, most who come to dwell at the church either have a room rented for them by concerned family or receive a somewhat
passive Perception 12
Languages Common, thieves’ cant
Challenge 3 (700 XP)
Cunning Action. On each of her turns in combat, Rilsa can use a bonus action to take the Dash, Disengage, or Hide
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
until destroyed. This workshop was used to create metal cages of various sizes, all adorned with wicked spikes pointing inward and outward, or both. Cunning hinges and reinforced pins make these cages
Qunbraxel considers worthy, the mind flayer hopes to join the Ilvaash fanatics and receive power and insight from the Far Realm. The mind flayer fanatics had little intent on welcoming Qunbraxel into
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
rented for them by concerned family or receive a somewhat mysterious — and usually unexpected — invitation from the institute’s superintendent, Mother Aramina, a lawful good female human priest
damage.
Dagger. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d4 + 4) piercing damage.
Bonus Actions
Cunning Action. Rilsa takes the Dash
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Fifteen straw mattresses are placed around the room, each with a small wooden chest at its foot. A long table is in the center of the room, with benches to each side.
Four lizardfolk warriors receive
the deep area of this cell. This creature speaks Common (from its background as a scout and spy) and is extremely cunning and subtle. If the characters do not realize its true nature, the sahuagin






