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Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
caused by the scion’s restless sleep has little effect on the world. If it drifts too near the ground or the ocean surface, it causes mighty storms or fierce maelstroms. A scion’s slumber
cloud up to 30 feet and cause one of the following effects in a 30-foot-radius, 120-foot-high cylinder directly below it; the scion can’t choose the same effect two rounds in a row:
Acid Rain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Wild Magic The Forgotten Realms has a long history of magical disasters and uncontrolled surges of power that alter creatures or the land itself. Whether caused by a Netherese wizard trying to become
sorcerers. This legacy often lies dormant for generations, then suddenly manifests under the right (or wrong) circumstances. These wild mages are more common recently in lands directly affected by the Spellplague, including Halruaa, Mulhorand, and pockets of Cormyr and the Sword Coast.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Locathah Rising
1. Caravel Emergent This ship was the last one to sink before Gar caused the coral to grow up around the entire mass. As such, the forecastle protrudes from the coral, creating a passage in and out
caravel at the fore that leads directly into the lower deck, and from there into Umberlee’s Maw. The characters can pass through the doors that would normally lead to the captain’s cabin aft, to discover
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
doll until she speaks its name, which she has forgotten. She refuses to leave this place without the doll. Dolora, who only recalls fragmented memories of her life, can’t answer many questions. This
is this talking about?”), she can provide the names of individuals when prompted. For example, if a character asks directly, “What was your mother’s name?” Dolora provides the correct response. She also spells out the name, which is a clue that the spelling is important.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
from a divine champion who needed it but refuses to return it.
4 Destroy a god’s weapon and channel the energy released to create a new magic item or work a miracle.
5 Reforge a god’s
weapon after an incredible feat caused it to shatter.
6 A god’s weapon has gained sentience (see “Sentient Magic Items” in chapter 7 of the Dungeon Master’s Guide). Determine whether to use it, return it to its creator, or help it grow into its own being.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
theories, and I know how to banish the demon lords back to the Abyss. We can do this only if we work together, if you are willing and daring enough to directly challenge the demon lords. Or perhaps
and stronghold, where they can discuss the matter further. There, he can demonstrate what he intends to do and why he needs the heroes’ help. He refuses to discuss plans in detail in Gravenhollow
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
adventurous bent might explore the ruins of Gardmore Abbey presented in chapter 16. The abbey has long been associated with the deck, since an ill-fated draw caused a massacre of both the knights who
directly, but where might is insufficient, guile and cunning can prevail. Finally, the characters might simply be given a deck by someone who wants them to have it. Rifflers, mischievous fey
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Cyric The Prince of Lies, the Dark Sun The worship of Cyric derives directly from the story of his ascension to godhood. Cyric was a mortal during the Time of Troubles and the key to how that
legend, Cyric murdered Mystra and thus caused the Spellplague over a century ago. Those who don’t worship Cyric see him as a god of madness, strife, and deceit, although his priests consider such
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
eternal honor directly caused the destruction of Manivarsha. Having lived a cursed life as a pride-obsessed fiend in the depths of the swamps for centuries, Jijibisha has recently heard of a rival that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Locathah Rising
cultivated into whirls, peaks, and valleys that resemble the open sea raging at the peak of a violent storm.
On the far wall, directly opposite the entrance, a coral altar emerges from the coral as if
the altar.
A male humanoid with aqua skin, large black eyes, and gauzy robes stands in front of the altar. He makes stabbing motions with his hands, apparently arguing with nobody as he peers directly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
little reason to pay attention to what is spoken there. Gods can speak directly to their oracles. They can appear in the dreams of mortals or manipulate natural phenomena to create omens. They can
on an enormous scale. They often seem to be walking across the dome of the sky, with their feet disappearing just below the horizon. Any part of a god’s body that isn’t directly lit takes on the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
treks themselves. Some are directly related to the elemental cults, and others are situations unconnected to the cults that demand immediate attention. These short adventures can provide a good change of
disasters caused by the elemental cults launches a series of raids against homesteaders in the eastern part of the valley. This adventure is designed for 4th-level characters. The Long Road. Trade in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
contact other plane spells or similar magic. Bel Bel rankles at Zariel’s rulership of the layer of the Nine Hells that was once his, but he won’t challenge her directly as long as he thinks Asmodeus
is mighty and aloof, and she rarely acts unless her triumph is assured. Challenging an archdevil directly is risky, and Tiamat stands to lose a great deal if Zariel prevails. Fortunately, Tiamat has a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
have intelligence enough to appreciate their role in it, the Blood War offers an endless source of diversion underscored by resentment of a cosmic order that refuses to admit their superiority. As the
aid to defend a plane that is inimical to everything they stand for by aiding the devils directly. Therefore, the demons assault the Nine Hells over and over not only because it is the greatest threat
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
moment now and then to involve someone else. You might have an NPC address another character directly: “And what about your hulking friend? What will you pledge in exchange for my favor?” If a player
that the characters can’t use the information they receive until they interpret those obscure facts. Or the NPC refuses to give a direct answer, speaking only in vague hints that the characters must
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
refuses to stop until someone delivers the adventurer responsible.
3 A prosperous-looking city appears among the desert dunes, drawing explorers and treasure hunters aplenty, but it’s an
into the dragons’ territory.
6 The accidental death of a blue dragon wyrmling has caused a sibling to seek revenge.
Young Blue Dragon Connections d6 Connected Creatures
1 A young
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
in dozens of languages. Khea’s a busy woman, and regardless of when the characters arrive, she initially refuses to see them until the next morning. If a character succeeds on a DC 16 Charisma
was devoted to Phenax and who died mysteriously years ago. She has no idea if the Returned was actually him, but Varyas has caused trouble for her more than once—ever since she critically savaged his
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
quality (and priced accordingly). The Veil of Flesh specializes in Aereni body art, in the form of both traditional tattoos and temporary illusions woven directly into the skin. The business known as
, and House Phiarlan and House Thuranni claim to know nothing about her. Syara shuns the spotlight and refuses all interviews. While her works are being debated and celebrated in classrooms and taverns
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
complex relationship with her homeland. While she loves Akharin Sangar, she refuses to bend to the will of its angelic ruler, Atash. Rather than oppose him directly, she plays a delicate political game
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Radiant Citadel
complex relationship with her homeland. While she loves Akharin Sangar, she refuses to bend to the will of its angelic ruler, Atash. Rather than oppose him directly, she plays a delicate political game
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Interloper Gods Annam’s withdrawal has caused ongoing upheaval in the religious lives of giants across the Material Plane. Most believe Annam turned from his descendants in anger or disappointment
offers his followers—raw strength and fury in battle—appeals directly to the values shared by many frost giants, making him appear as an exemplar of the giants’ ideals. The fury of Kostchtchie in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
repeated mind flayer attacks, a young deep dragon refuses to leave the cave where the dragon’s best friend—an adventurer who won the dragon’s respect and affection—lingers as a ghost.
Adult Deep Dragon
ancient deep dragons fight over territory. Unwilling to move against each other directly, they use local settlements—and any competent visitors—as pawns in their struggle.
4 An ancient deep dragon
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
Outline The events of Hoard of the Dragon Queen lead directly into The Rise of Tiamat. The shape of this adventure is defined by the meetings of the Council of Waterdeep, which divide the adventure
the damage being caused by the heroes. Assassins try to stop the characters’ interference, but the cultists misjudge the strength needed to complete the job. Stage 2 Second Council of Waterdeep. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
below. The cavern extends into darkness beyond the range of their light. They need to go down the stairs and explore the area directly to discover its full extent. Characters standing along the ledge
can discern many large, dark stains on the rough floor at the base of the ledge, but what caused them is not apparent. 10A. Black Dragon Eggs This area is warm and humid. After characters look
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
below. The cavern extends into darkness beyond the range of their light. They need to go down the stairs and explore the area directly to discover its full extent. Characters standing along the ledge
can discern many large, dark stains on the rough floor at the base of the ledge, but what caused them is not apparent. 10A. Black Dragon Eggs
Guard Drake
This area is warm and humid. After
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
shadow dragon hunts the descendants of the miners who, centuries ago, uncovered the Shadowfell portal that caused the dragon’s corruption.
2 A magical catastrophe has transported a town into
the Underdark. The only path back to the surface goes directly through a shadow dragon’s lair.
3 A young woman seeks heroes to retrieve a family heirloom stolen from her. The woman is actually a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
between brass posts spaced 5 feet apart. Earthquakes caused the balcony to collapse in two places—see areas S16 and S17 for details. S14: Abandoned Garden Magical light fills this rectangular room. The
location to avoid the enraged brass dragon. The duodrone then activated a silent alarm and caused the light bulb on the console to flash red. Justine Jones Qaara’s Arrival. The silent alarm triggers a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
into darkness.
A stalagmite rises from the floor in the center of the room. A similarly sized stalactite hangs from the ceiling directly above it. The space between the two is occupied by a
the Dragon Queen speaks to the characters directly. Retrieving the Rod Piece. If the characters inform Tiamat of Vecna’s plot, Tiamat growls in disdain before grudgingly allowing the characters to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
construction directly to one or more of Annam’s sons, arguing that even giants couldn’t have erected such a monumental edifice. The palace stood firm and unshaken as glaciers that could flatten mountains
rulers of the world. Giants, therefore, don’t pray to Annam, who refuses to hear them. Instead, they revere his divine children, as well as a host of other hero-deities and godly villains that are minor
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
stone has a curiously pitted appearance (which was caused by Nightscale’s acid breath). A character who succeeds on a DC 10 Intelligence (Investigation) check can determine that the stone was
trigger the collapse of the bridge. Otherwise, the characters don’t draw the dragon’s attention unless they move all the way to the ledge directly south of area 53. The dilapidated bridge leads to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
the character refuses the offer, the altar emits smoke that coalesces into a hulking figure. This hostile figure uses the clay golem stat block, but it is an Undead instead of a Construct. If the
dimensions is carved into the ceiling directly above the slab. Scattered about it are skeletal remains intermingled with shards of glass.
Close inspection of the floor reveals the shards of glass are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
pleasantly scandalized. While some of the news — such as word of new laws passed by the Council of Four or official election results — is handed down directly by the government, most comes from freelance
— teaching many of them to read in the process — and then selling the notes directly. Today, Needle prints his broadsheets by the cartload, aided by mechanical scribes purchased from the Hall of Wonders and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
(area C4). It’s matched by a similar hole directly below it. The holes were caused by the captain’s chest falling through the floorboards all the way to the hold, where it came to rest (see area C9
area C8’s floor, or at the top of the stairs up to C8) to breathe as often as they need to. Captain’s Chest. A heavy iron chest lies on the floor of the hold, directly beneath the hole it fell through
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
pleasantly scandalized. While some of the news — such as word of new laws passed by the Council of Four or official election results — is handed down directly by the government, most comes from freelance
— teaching many of them to read in the process — and then selling the notes directly. Today, Needle prints his broadsheets by the cartload, aided by mechanical scribes purchased from the Hall of Wonders and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
been looking for that person ever since. 8 A terrible blight in your home community caused crops to fail, and many starved. You lost a sibling or some other family member. 9 You did something that
prospective romantic partner of yours died. Roll on the Cause of Death supplemental table to find out how. If the result is murder, roll a d12. On a 1, you were responsible, whether directly or indirectly. War