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Forgotten Realms: Heroes of Faerûn
off harm and allow the Bladesinger to channel magic into devastating attacks and a cunning defense. Many who have observed a Bladesinger at work remember the display as one of the more beautiful
Classes
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
elven ways.
In combat, a bladesinger uses a series of intricate, elegant maneuvers that fend off harm and allow the bladesinger to channel magic into devastating attacks and a cunning defense. Many
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Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
elven ways.
In combat, a bladesinger uses a series of intricate, elegant maneuvers that fend off harm and allow the bladesinger to channel magic into devastating attacks and a cunning defense. Many
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hold Back The Dead
Mithral Hall (Northwest) The siege weapon in Mithral Hall’s defense zone (see Map 1.3) is a modified catapult that launches iron canisters of superheated metal that explode on impact. A cunning
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
heraldic sign that represents that cause, either adopting the symbol of a nation or a royal line, or creating a crest to represent one’s self-interest. Your character could be affiliated with an
a storm cloud, symbolizing wrath and power 3 Crossed greatswords in front of a castle gate, signifying the defense of a city or kingdom 4 A skull with a dagger through it, representing the doom you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
ball, the spy in the royal court makes contact with his employer. Political intrigue, espionage, sabotage, and similar cloak-and-dagger activities can provide the basis for an exciting D&D campaign. In
create a defense-focused dwarf paladin, only to find he is out of place among elf diplomats and tiefling spies. The Brimstone Angels novels by Erin M. Evans focus on intrigue in the Forgotten Realms
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
mercenaries were hired by enemies of Yeonido seeking to undo the city from within. 3 Cunning spies are breaking into the homes of magistrates across the city, looking for proof that the Pearl of Mireu is
hidden under the royal palace. 4 A young red dragon appears, claims to be the dragon Mireu, and demands offerings for its ages of protection. The characters are hired to verify or debunk the dragon’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Patron Benefits With a head of state as your group’s patron, you gain the following benefits: Voice of
BRELAND
Pauper Prince Plots bandit barony
Prince Oargev, the exiled Cyran royal who
Boranel respond to this treachery? Will the nations come to the defense of the displaced prince? Will Oargev’s scheming result in all of eastern Breland being swathed in the same gray mist that consumed
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
, a bladesinger uses a series of intricate, elegant maneuvers that fend off harm and allow the bladesinger to channel magic into devastating attacks and a cunning defense. Many who have observed a
the Attack action on your turn. Moreover, you can cast one of your cantrips in place of one of those attacks. Song of Defense 10th-level Bladesinging feature You can direct your magic to absorb damage
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
, but I obey them. 3 Ambition. The need to improve my station drives my every action. 4 Conquest. I am equal to the sum of the foes I have defeated in combat. 5 Cunning. Those who can see an advantage
defense of all. 5 I’m so reliant on the laws of the Nine Hells that I panic without their guidance. 6 I am secretly jealous of the freedom that mortals enjoy.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
bladesinger uses a series of intricate, elegant maneuvers that fend off harm and allow the bladesinger to channel magic into devastating attacks and a cunning defense. Training in War and Song When you adopt
Attack action on your turn. Moreover, you can cast one of your cantrips in place of one of those attacks. Song of Defense Beginning at 10th level, you can direct your magic to absorb damage while your
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
, sultans, and rajahs are ready choices for powerful individuals who patronize a party of adventurers. Those on track to become such individuals—such as cunning senators, royal heirs, or influential
grant you access to perks of their position, like access to diplomatic receptions or use of the royal guards. Expenses. Your patron reimburses you for extraordinary expenses incurred as part of your work
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
overlooks the forest it borders. A few farms cluster around it, the locals relying on the royal garrison to keep them safe from marauders. Burle’s most distinctive feature is the small copse of trees
Keoland have observed the Wild Flame Pact — a treaty that calls for mutual defense against the Dreadwood’s horrors. The outpost is commanded by its castellan, Kiara Shadowbreaker (LG female half-elf
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
allied forces have devised a simple but effective plan. They begin with an attack by Saltmarsh’s militia against the entrance (area 1). Once the sahuagin commit troops to the defense of the gate, the
the main force engages the enemy. A cunning party should have the chance to take out numerous defenders, open the gate in area 1, and slay sahuagin leaders, possibly without ever raising an alert
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
characters forfeit the match if any of them leaves the temple. Xeleth, Xedalli, and Andavier move to the sidelines for their own safety, protected by royal guards. The audience also moves as far back as they
Xedalli’s defense, read: The crowd chants, “All hail Emperor Xeleth!”
Xeleth glowers at you. “Pathetic fools. Hurling yourselves into the void without the slightest inkling of who or what is out here
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
walls in the lair can conceal cunning hidden passages or might be stone or clay thin enough for the dragon to burst through them. The narrowest tunnels in a copper dragon’s lair are just barely wide
dragon often sleeps in the adjoining chamber, acting as a final line of defense against intruders. Additional Lair Actions At your discretion, a legendary (adult or ancient) copper dragon can use one or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
eventual destruction of a humanoid city. A disguised silver dragon, cunning and subtle, works to destabilize the city and bring about its ruin. 3 A local librarian is a disguised gold dragon in the service
specifically target dragonmarked heirs, or start a popular movement that seeks to destroy the houses. 5 A royal advisor or prominent noble, secretly a servant of the Chamber, guides the leader in a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
immediately. Otherwise, they mock the party but don’t fight except in self-defense. Roaming Ooze The presence of the Pudding King (see “The Pudding Court” later in this chapter) is drawing oozes to
features. Gnome Cunning. The wererat has advantage on Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma saving throws against magic.
Innate Spellcasting. The wererat’s innate spellcasting ability is Intelligence
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
legend. Welcome to Baldur’s Gate.” Baldur’s Gate and its Coat of Arms
Population: 125,000 (predominantly humans)
Government: Plutocracy, helmed by the Council of Four and Parliament of Peers
Defense
desire to remain a peaceful power and the clear skies symbolize a prosperous future. But those who know the city’s history see the cunning and violence underpinning the emblem. For many, the contradictory interpretations make the city’s coat of arms all the more fitting.
Mike Schley Map: Sword Coast
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Baldur’s Gate.” BALDUR’S GATE AND ITS COAT OF ARMS
Population: 125,000 (predominantly humans)
Government: Plutocracy, helmed by the Council of Four and Parliament of Peers
Defense: Flaming Fist
peaceful power and the clear skies symbolize a prosperous future. But those who know the city’s history see the cunning and violence underpinning the emblem. For many, the contradictory interpretations make the city’s coat of arms all the more fitting.
Map: Sword Coast
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
pose as merchants and rely on their local contacts to move goods through the region without interference from the town guard or royal agents. Smuggling has long been an easy way to make money in
Gellan (NE male human noble) is a well-spoken, dapper older gentleman with a neatly trimmed beard and a fancy wardrobe. With his cunning instincts, he has positioned his family to become the most prominent
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
to suit your campaign. Duchess Morwen of Daggerford is having guests for dinner—and you are invited. No strangers to Daggerford, you have come to the town’s defense on more than one occasion, and you
the dark figure standing with sword drawn, fighting off a host of shadowy shapes.
“This man of royal blood fought to protect us, as we protected him. We bore him safely to his home, and he thanked
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
oversees all of Blingdenstone’s mines, as well as the mining, cutting, and enchanting of spell gems (see appendix B), both for the settlement’s defense and for trade export. Stoneheart Enclave This group
wererats claims a large chunk of the ruins under the name of Clan Goldwhisker, holding territory against new settlers and engaging in urban warfare against them. The pack leader is the cunning and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
from which he and his gang mount a defense. If an alarm has not been raised, two bandits and a scout are here, stealing drinks from the store of brandy. If the smugglers have been alerted, Sanbalet (see
leader of the smugglers is as charismatic as he is cunning. Sanbalet is a plotting nemesis who prefers manipulation to direct action. It is no accident that his gang occupies the old house, since the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
hearing what the “small folk” have to say. Watching the visitors are two storm giants wearing helms. If Mirran and Nym are attacked, these royal guards rush to the princesses’ defense and cover their
retreat to the throne room (area 15). The visiting giants join the battle on the side of the storm giants to avoid incurring the royal family’s wrath. A 40-foot-wide hall leading south ends at a guarded
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
to steal royal regalia. 7 A golem intended to serve as a protector has gone berserk and captured its creator. 8 A conspiracy of spies, assassins, and necromancers schemes to overthrow a ruler. 9 After
the characters at this tier. These adventurers explore uncharted regions and delve into forgotten dungeons, where the characters confront terrible schemers of the Lower Planes, cunning rakshasas and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
before the DM says whether it succeeds or fails. Once the inspiration die is rolled, it is lost. A creature can have only one inspiration die at a time.
Cunning Action. On each of his turns, Garret can
XP)
Unarmored Defense. While the adept is wearing no armor and wielding no shield, its AC includes its Wisdom modifier.
Actions
Multiattack. The adept makes three unarmed strikes or three dart
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
its share of noble intrigue and royal murder, and adventurers who are native to Tethyr or merely passing through that land are often drawn into such plots, either as unwitting accomplices or as easy
, Calimshan, and Tethyr, also known as the Empires of the Sands
The Old Empires: Chessenta, Mulhorand, and Unther
Chessenta. A collection of city-states bound by common culture and mutual defense
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
healed. The hands cultivate the sickness of these nurtured ones, turning them into instruments of defense and weapons of war. When orcs go to battle, a band of nurtured ones might charge in first — to
Challenge 3 (700 XP)
Cunning Action. On each of its turns, the orc can use a bonus action to take the Dash, Disengage, or Hide action.
Hand of Shargaas. The orc deals an 2 extra dice of damage when it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
to the fore in every halfling’s memory. Every youth hears over and over again the stories of the hero’s bravery and cunning, his clever tactics in battle, and his ability to use speed and smallness
he uses not only for defense, but also to bestow unlooked-for treats upon those he favors. Although he never seems to rest in his travels, Brandobaris always has time to reward halflings who dare to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
11 (+0)
Skills Acrobatics +4, Athletics +3, Perception +5, Stealth +4
Senses passive Perception 15
Languages Common, Elvish, Goblin
Unarmored Defense. While Zi is wearing no armor and
passive Perception 16
Languages Common, Dwarvish
Cunning Action. On each of his turns, Narth can use a bonus action to take the Dash, Disengage, or Hide action.
Actions
Shortsword. Melee Weapon
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
, 5 gp, and 3 gp each, respectively. 36. Royal Bath This bare, stone-flagged room features a twenty-foot-square pool of clear water at its center. The floor of the pool is stepped to provide easy
feet deep. The lizardfolk commoners, if they fled from area 35, are hiding in that location. 37. Royal Hatchery It is noticeably warmer in this area. The walls and ceiling of the room are unremarkable
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
, Kolstaag’s bracers of defense, and a +1 wand of the war mage. T16. The Triboar Arms The Triboar Arms has burned to the ground twice and been rebuilt twice. Its owner and proprietor is Nemyth (NG male
honorary title of Royal Armorer. For that and other reasons, the Foehammer name is synonymous with top-quality goods throughout the Dessarin Valley, and Ghelryn intends to keep it that way. Ghelryn hates
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
gases that spurt from the walls. One of the tapestries on the south wall screens the entrance to the royal apartment (areas 4–7). 3. Throne Room and Audience Chamber Two steps of white-veined black
!). Queen Frupy, who resides here, is a veritable harridan, a sly and cunning fire giant. She is, if anything, uglier than Snurre. Topped by a huge mass of yellow-orange hair that looks like a fright
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
city’s security and decides where the output of Mirabar’s mines are sold. The city’s defense falls to the Axe of Mirabar, a well-armed garrison. All members of the Axe of Mirabar are shield dwarves. A
present, no legitimate heirs are known to exist, and many believe that the royal line is dead. Lord Neverember is taking no chances, though. He quietly pays off or disposes of anyone who claims to be a