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Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
inevitably emerge on the surface, the dire corbies’ voracious appetites cause them to quickly strip their new environment—including any nearby settlements—of life.Thunder
Dire Cacophony. Any creature other than a dire corby that starts its turn within 60 feet of a dire corby and can hear it must make a DC 11 Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the creature is
Monsters
Acquisitions Incorporated
":"1d8+4","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Longbow","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage.The ranger Môrgæn is a renowned tracker and hunter, able to pinpoint-target foes at any range, then
coworkers. Famously, she is the only member of Acquisitions Incorporated known to be paid in advance, lest a missed invoice lead to dire repercussions.
A child of the forest, Môrgæn defends the natural world
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
pray to Bahamut to uphold honor and justice, or when they need courage to face a great threat. In the most dire situations, a powerful follower of Bahamut who makes a tremendous sacrifice—a vast
allies enjoy the full benefit of his mercy. His breath can wreak monumental destruction and work miraculous healing, and few things in the mortal world can cause him lasting harm.Acid, Cold, Fire
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world where dire rats—and wererats—haunt the sewers. As adventurers, rogues fall on both sides of the law. Some are hardened criminals who decide to seek their fortune in treasure hoards
was the trigger that led you away from your previous life? Did a great con or heist gone terribly wrong cause you to reevaluate your career? Maybe you were lucky and a successful robbery gave you the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
monstrous inhabitants to flee for safer lairs. When they inevitably emerge on the surface, the dire corbies’ voracious appetites cause them to quickly strip their new environment—including any nearby
Dire Corby Heralded by the ominous, deep rumbling of their strange song, great packs of dire corbies range across the Underdark, stripping the tunnels and caverns they traverse of all living things
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
antics sometimes cause avalanches that threaten nearby villages.
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An adult crystal dragon enjoys shaping the ice and snow near a den of troll;trolls into a labyrinth and watching the trolls try to
.
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A revenant persuades an adult crystal dragon to help get revenge on the frost giant;frost giants who murdered her.
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An adult crystal dragon teaches astronomy to students of a renowned
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
periodically congregate and cause havoc in the nearby ocean. The Lightsea Lancers—who take their name from the shallow coastal waters Djaynaians call the Lightsea—was formed to monitor such threats before
they impact Djaynai. Travelers occasionally come to Djaynai to learn the Lightsea Lancers’ ways, as their heroics, dance-like martial arts, and knowledge of transmutation magic are renowned throughout
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Môrgæn If I had wanted to kill, I would have killed. The ranger Môrgæn is a renowned tracker and hunter, able to pinpoint-target foes at any range, then vanish into the woods with no one the wiser
Acquisitions Incorporated known to be paid in advance, lest a missed invoice lead to dire repercussions. A child of the forest, Môrgæn defends the natural world with singular ferocity and an impressive
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
Selesnya Creatures The Selesnya Conclave uses its close connection to nature to enlist a variety of creatures to its cause. These supporters of the conclave take their rightful place in the natural
Source 0 Small nature elemental (awakened shrub) MM 1/8 Twig blight MM 1/4 Axe beak MM 1/4 Needle blight MM 1/2 Scout MM 1/2 Soldier GGR 1/2 Vine blight MM 1 Dire wolf MM 1 Dryad MM 1 Horncaller GGR 2
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
arduous training at the Dekatia, apprenticed to master priests, thaumaturges, philosophers, and military heroes. Those who manage to complete this decade of training are renowned as the wisest of the
a splendid view of the sky, renowned as a place to study Nyx, the home of the gods. Special crystals shaped by thaumaturges and blessed by the oracles of the gods enhance the view, making it easier
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
wild mages, even if your own powers are different. Key Your spellbook manifests as a deck of cards. Knight Your family of renowned warriors judges you on your martial talents (or lack thereof). Moon
a hag, in disguise. Ruin A fortune teller warned that you’re destined to cause great destruction, which you’re trying to avoid. Sage You use a divinatory card spread to decide which spells to prepare
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
lab. Kwalish cut off all access to Daoine Gloine, and the city was lost to the ages. The legendary inventor has not been heard from since. Only now, the characters are in dire need of his aid . . . A
the sale of these packages went to this extremely worthy cause — and for 2018, you’ll find even more projects made available on the DMs Guild throughout the year. As part of these efforts, it’s our
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
dire consequences that he can’t predict and wouldn’t willingly cause. The campaign might begin with the misbehavior of another god or gods, then escalate when Kruphix delivers a punishment that seems
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
they defend the order and its members like lions protect their prides. They resent other revolutionary groups whose violent ways cause the people to distrust the Silent Roar by extension. Many Silent
Roar members romanticize Akharin Sangar’s past even as they acknowledge that the city-state has faced dire problems and might not have survived without Atash’s intervention. Motto. “Protect the pride
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
cultists. Your investigations into the cult have led you to the town of Greenest. You must save her! 6 Being the grandchild of a renowned dragon slayer is usually a good way to impress people, but just
command to go into the world and prove your devotion to the cause of good. If you prove worthy, on your death you will return to his side in your true form.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
find Falaster Fisk in the dungeon under Vanthampur Villa, Liara Portyr can be the one who urges them to travel to Candlekeep and seek out Sylvira Savikas, a renowned expert on the Nine Hells. Sylvira
, Dwarvish
Challenge 4 (1,100 XP)
Brave. Liara has advantage on saving throws against being frightened.
Flaming Fury. Once per turn, when Liara hits a creature with a melee weapon, she can cause fire
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
cultists. Your investigations into the cult have led you to the town of Greenest. You must save her! 6 Being the grandchild of a renowned dragon slayer is usually a good way to impress people, but just
command to go into the world and prove your devotion to the cause of good. If you prove worthy, on your death you will return to his side in your true form.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
stealing its business. 6 Find a trove of dragonshards for your patron house to use. 7 Recruit a renowned sage to join the house’s team of researchers. 8 Persuade a hostile tribe to agree to a trade
agreement with your patron house. House Missions d12 House Mission 1 Mission 2 Mission 3 1 Cannith Escort a valuable shipment of goods Track down rare materials Advance the cause of one branch of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
cultists. Your investigations into the cult have led you to the town of Greenest. You must save her! 6 Being the grandchild of a renowned dragon slayer is usually a good way to impress people, but just last
command to go into the world and prove your devotion to the cause of good. If you prove worthy, on your death you will return to his side in your true form.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
broken magic weapon that only a renowned fire giant smith can repair. 3 The characters find a giant-crafted sword—a magical masterpiece; when word of their find gets out, the artisan’s descendants come
giant captures a renowned Humanoid smith in the hope of learning a new technique, and the smith’s spouse begs the adventurers to help. 6 A fire giant offers adventurers an extravagant sum for metal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy
noncombatant but has found his courage and wants to help in this dire situation. The characters might have him go to get additional help or cause a distraction. If he goes to find help, a few rounds later he returns with two guards (use the veteran stat block) to aid in the fight.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
without destroying anything important. Experiments involving new spells, new magic items, and other innovations for the infernal arsenal regularly cause localized cataclysms in this place. This activity
made. His court is constantly alert for agents from Dis, since it greatly pains Dispater that Mephistopheles might come across a scrap of information that he doesn’t possess. A number of renowned
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
and attractions each month, and an up-and-coming entertainer or a renowned folk hero might catch her notice. Crystalfall (9 Olarune) During the Last War, saboteurs caused a floating tower to fall into
exposing lycanthropes in Sharn. The day’s activities often cause tension with the shifter community. Boldrei’s Feast (9 Rhaan) Gatherings across the city mark this celebration of community. The wealthy
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
is haunted by Undead because of a cursed item in the house. 15 Creatures from the Feywild enter the world and cause mischief and misfortune among villagers and their livestock. 16 A hag’s curse is
that has just established a lair. Levels 5–10 Adventure Situations 1d20 Situation 1 A group of cultists has summoned a demon to wreak havoc in the city. 2 A rebel lures monsters to the cause with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
from the hoard want to return to the dragon’s lair and cause characters to accidentally stray in that direction. Verdant Influence. If coins from the hoard are placed in soil, they encourage lush plant
lingering curse. A dying dragon might pronounce a bitter magical oath upon any who would plunder the dragon’s hoard, or a living dragon might inscribe a dire warning about the foul magic that will be
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Divine Intervention As with Callaphe the Mariner’s desperate cry to Thassa, heroes in dire straits sometimes implore their gods for help. Occasionally, the gods answer. Whether a response is elicited
within 60 feet of you that are within your line of sight. Once you use this blessing, you can’t use it again until the next dusk. Weapon of Nyx (Requires Piety 10+). You can use a bonus action to cause
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
. Adventurers and dragons alike pray to Bahamut to uphold honor and justice, or when they need courage to face a great threat. In the most dire situations, a powerful follower of Bahamut who makes a
mercy. His breath can wreak monumental destruction and work miraculous healing, and few things in the mortal world can cause him lasting harm. Aspect of Bahamut
Gargantuan Dragon (Metallic), Lawful
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
grieving as the elf approaches the end of life.
4 A pair of adult crystal dragons lairing on neighboring mountaintops have enjoyed a decades-long snowball war, but their antics sometimes cause
revenge on the frost giants who murdered her.
8 An adult crystal dragon teaches astronomy to students of a renowned university, but the students must travel to the dragon’s mountain lair for class
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
the intruders, as though nature herself were aiding the halflings’ cause. On nights when the moon is full, especially during the planting and harvesting seasons, the elders tell stories about Sheela
. Warriors from the town hacked at the troll, but even its most dire wounds would heal, and the troll would come back again. One day Cyrrollalee presented herself at the town gate in apron and peasant clothes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Ilmater. Objects of Adoration. Because a ki-rin is renowned for its wisdom, other creatures would naturally seek it out with questions and requests if they could. For that reason among others, the creature
followers of a ki-rin might travel incognito across the land, seeking news of growing evil and working behind the scenes, or might be champions of their master’s cause, out to defeat villainy wherever it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
toward Anders. To observers, he is nothing more than a faithful and trusted butler. Skerrin was renowned for his patience during his days as an assassin for the Brotherhood. Once, he hid himself in the
do so, if only to prove himself right. The Scarlet Brotherhood in Play The Scarlet Brotherhood is an opportunistic faction. It seeks to cause the maximum amount of disruption with the least amount of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
, Nargis is happy to gossip and to brag about the tavern, being one of the Kings of Coin, and that they’ve arranged a performance from the renowned Diva Luma. A character who succeeds on a DC 14 Wisdom
about a woman matching Kala’s description and who succeed on a DC 14 Intelligence (Investigation) check cause Zenia to recall that the figure who bumped into her matches that description. Zenia doesn’t
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Netheril’s Fall: Tales of Terror, Treasure, and Time Travel
court’s other accommodations are expensive. The court is renowned for its graceful accommodations, healing pools of magical water, elegant dining rooms, tasteful salons, and striking gardens. Paths and
intellectual offerings, the Last Academies are dangerous places full of unstable magic and unchecked egos. Here, wild experiments cause frequent chaos and destruction, covered up by administrations
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
them elicit it. Sensory Stone Sensations d6 Experience 1–2 Fear 3–4 Joy 5–6 Serenity Fear. A character can cause fear in a passing commoner with a successful DC 15 Charisma (Intimidation) check
disclose their employer’s name due to Shemeshka’s dire reputation; Farrow hopes they’ve done enough to earn the characters’ trust in the meantime. Farrow offers to guide the characters through Undersigil, a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
prey
8 1 marilith (attitude: 1d4 + 2) searching for a renowned giant smith to forge six new swords
9 1 cambion (attitude: 1d8) trading verbal jabs with 1 succubus (attitude: 1d12)
10
dire troll† (attitude: 1d6) eating a dead troll before it regenerates
†Monsters marked with a dagger (†) appear in Monsters of the Multiverse. Roll a d8 if you don’t have that book. *See chapter 6