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Backgrounds
Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
broad field of history. You might dream of using magic to contact great historical figures or your own ancestors or of recreating the mighty magic of a distant age.
Skill Proficiencies
: History, Religion
Languages: Two of your choice
Equipment: A bottle of black ink, an ink pen, a hammer, a hooded lantern, a tinderbox, a tome of history, a school uniform, and a pouch containing 15 gp
Monsters
Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
for the benefits of its magic. Shy and solitary by nature, a killmoulis enjoys watching and listening to folk from distant places that it knows little about. Whether fierce raiders, enterprising
sore and cramped, as rocks or sharp sticks somehow end up under their bedrolls. Once a killmoulis is angered, it continues to tail a group and visit its curse upon them. Only an offering of fine food
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
in collecting knowledge and magic dealing with the nature of the planes of existence, cosmic forces, and distant worlds. They prize treasures drawn from different worlds of the Material Plane
object dropped down one of the chimneys continues falling endlessly unless it or some outside force has the means to slow or stop it. This property of the lair vanishes after 1d10;{"diceNotation":"1d10
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
magic dealing with the nature of the planes of existence, cosmic forces, and distant worlds. They prize treasures drawn from different worlds of the Material Plane, especially magic items and artworks
the lower level brings a creature to the upper level. A creature or object dropped down one of the chimneys continues falling endlessly unless it or some outside force has the means to slow or stop it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
Religion and the Gods Creatures in the Outlands revere gods as folk do anywhere else. At the center of the Great Wheel, faiths are as diverse as their worshipers, who hail from neighboring planes and
distant Material Plane worlds. The Outlands contain the domains of several gods, such as the hidden tower of Annam the All-Father, creator of giants, and the gaseous realm of the beholder god Gzemnid. Devout worshipers, whether alive or dead, gravitate to their gods and carry out their will.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Arcana skill, as well as honing the abilities of arcane casters. Divine magic can’t simply be taught, but Morgrave has classes in theology and religious history—essentially, the Religion skill. While
, or even to distant countries or lands. Although Morgrave professors are experts in their fields, this doesn’t mean they have all the abilities of high level player characters! Just because that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
. Foreshadow that threat after characters decide where they’re headed by reading the following description: To the southwest, the crack of shearing stone sounds from a distant temple whose grounds teem with
continues. “We just saw something come over the cliffs—a gods-cursed dragon skeleton! We’re retreating, and the Dragon Armies are following. We’ll keep them drawn out as long as we can. See if you can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Sun Square is an important hub whose three architectural marvels exemplify the pillars of local society—religion, government, and economy. Avalin Sahar. The decorative turquoise-and-gold facade of the
can do nothing but admire her own reflection in a mirrored cell that neutralizes her power. Given Atash’s intolerance for misconduct, the prison’s population continues to grow, but now it fills with more ordinary folk guilty of lesser crimes.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
entrance was protected by a great seal or doorway and that only Dumathoin’s priests would know the secret to unlock it.”
Examining the map further, Gwyn points at Gibbet Crossing and continues: “Gibbet
. Gibbet Crossing is more distant, and its dangers are unknown. Ultimately, the characters can choose their course of action.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
cavern. Some of the crystal faces reflect distorted images of the cavern, while others flicker with scenes of the lich-god Vecna visiting destruction on distant worlds.
Three tunnels branch off the
character proficient in the Religion skill recognizes these deities. Characters who cross the threshold appear in the unreality described in the “Dead Gods” section.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
figures. A character who has proficiency in the Nature skill recognizes that these vines and the blister are unnatural. With a successful DC 18 Intelligence (Arcana or Religion) check made to examine
, the blister bursts with a chorus of distant sighs. A moment later, a spectral figure appears. Memory of Peace If the characters destroy the spirit blister, the spirit of a ninuno appears and thanks
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
away with in return for the benefits of its magic. Shy and solitary by nature, a killmoulis enjoys watching and listening to folk from distant places that it knows little about. Whether fierce
in the party wakes up sore and cramped, as rocks or sharp sticks somehow end up under their bedrolls. Once a killmoulis is angered, it continues to tail a group and visit its curse upon them. Only an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
, Tavick’s Landing offers a host of opportunities to enjoy food and entertainment from distant lands. Or you might find yourself here for one of a few specific reasons, such as: Take a chance. The
of Vol religion is practiced openly. Residents are circumspect about their activities, and undead servants are largely kept off the streets. But if you’re a follower of the faith, it’s a place where
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
positions along the edge of the platform as Grula-Munga rises to her feet and picks up her weapons. At the same time, the cultist standing next to the cage releases the death dog. Narrak continues his
Dwarvish into its back. A successful DC 16 Intelligence (Arcana or Religion) check allows a character to recognize the profane symbols as being related to Demogorgon. A search of the platform uncovers a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
succumb to utter despair. Although the Vistani often bring wine from distant lands, they share it infrequently. Thus, most of Barovia’s wine comes from one source: the Wizard of Wines winery and vineyard
Baba Lysaga, who had previously suspected that magic was the root of the vineyard’s health but knew nothing of its source. Even after this great discovery, Baba Lysaga continues to send her scarecrows
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
+3 +9
Wis 23 +6 +12
Cha 18 +4 +4
Skills Arcana +9, Perception +12, Religion +15
Resistances Necrotic, Radiant
Immunities Psychic; Charmed, Frightened
Senses Truesight
or villain.
3 A dignitary or traveler from a distant land.
4 A visitor from a different time or world.
Cyprien Rousson
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
are in the broad field of history. You might dream of using magic to contact great historical figures or your own ancestors or of recreating the mighty magic of a distant age. Skill Proficiencies
: History, Religion Languages: Two of your choice Equipment: A bottle of black ink, an ink pen, a hammer, a hooded lantern, a tinderbox, a tome of history, a school uniform, and a pouch containing 15 gp
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Cha 18 +4 +4
Skills History +7, Perception +7, Religion +7
Resistances Necrotic, Radiant
Immunities Psychic; Charmed, Frightened
Senses Truesight 60 ft.; Passive Perception 17
presence, creating the following effects:
Distant Sight. While in its lair, the sphinx can cast Clairvoyance, requiring no spell components and using the same spellcasting ability as its
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
into the town of Vallaki several months later. Claiming to be a carnival ringmaster in search of new actors, he began regaling locals with tales of distant lands. Monster Hunter. The half-elf
I love, I must keep them distant and hidden from my enemies.” Flaw. “I am cursed. Thus, I will never have peace.” Rictavio
Medium humanoid (human), lawful good
Armor Class 12 (leather armor
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
, agreeing to exchange his soul for a boon that enables him to escape to safety. With nothing to do in his tomb other than answer distant entreaties from the Material Plane, Levistus has attracted the
devotion of a wide variety of criminals, rascals, and ne’er-do-wells across a multitude of worlds. He continues to meet his quota of souls, both despite his lack of mobility and because of it. Being
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
to the brown mold to be harmed by it. Any character who succeeds on a DC 10 Intelligence (Religion) check can guess, correctly, that the cultists use this frozen, chain-wrapped effigy as an altar. C21
plate embedded in the north wall. This lever raises and lowers the blue marble slab that seals off area C23. C23. East Cistern The dark cistern continues for another 40 feet beyond the blue marble
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
regained its place as the dominant religion of Karrnath, but the Blood of Vol retains a strong following. Communities that practice the faith still use skeletons and zombies as guards or laborers. The
peace and the Treaty of Thronehold. He fled to the city of Stormreach in Xen’drik with a small band of followers, and he continues to rally support against “the monster that sits on our throne
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Maira ir’Talan, a distant relative of the Lord Commander, leads the Blackened Book. A gifted diviner, Maira is a highly effective leader. What none know is that she’s also an agent of the Dreaming
Dark. Five years ago, a kalaraq quori (see chapter 6) named Tirashana implanted a mind seed in her thoughts. Maira continues to do her job while concealing any evidence of the Dreaming Dark’s schemes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
myriad doors. A distant and benevolent observer, Nafas hears wishes spoken throughout the multiverse—wishes he fulfills with the help of adventurers who happen upon his aeolian palace. Doors to the
expert guides to this vast cosmic network of branching pathways, constantly studying the ever-changing paths as the tree continues its eternal growth. Axel Defois A portal to the Beastlands opens amid the branches of the World Tree
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
keeping watch with other travelers. Then in the midst of a crisis of leadership in distant Elturel, one of the heirs apparent for the post of High Observer, a paladin named Tamal Thent, went missing with
caravans camping at the bridge and pilgrims visiting it continues, but now people stay in a caravan ground around a small village that has grown up outside the fort. Activity around the area is overseen
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
dwell in Hartsvale’s mountains and forested hills, but they’ve reached an accord with the humans of the vale. So far as I know, they live peaceably distant from the human lands, and taboos exist among
culture is surprisingly sophisticated. Different tribes worship different gods, Vaprak being the one I heard most about, and these differences in religion apparently set the tribes against each other
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
intention of honoring his bargain, and Ras Nsi is beginning to suspect as much. Strange Collection. Ras Nsi has a sizable collection of apparel and accouterments from distant lands, most of which were
Skills Deception +8, Persuasion +8, Religion +7, Stealth +6
Damage Immunities poison
Condition Immunities poisoned
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 14
Languages Abyssal, Common
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
leaves. A character who succeeds on a DC 14 Intelligence (History) or Intelligence (Religion) check knows that a ninuno is a spirit of the land, similar to a dryad, who serves as an intermediary
injured but no dead among the rubble.”
Lungtian glances toward the street, still packed with wounded and scared people, then continues. “I want you to know and understand this—after today, I don’t
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
religious procession blocks your way. Make a DC 10 Intelligence (Religion) check to recognize their customs and move respectfully among them. On a success, a thankful cleric casts bless on you. On a failed
escapes. If not, the chase continues for another round. If the characters catch Itzmin, he tells them where Serapio is in exchange for his release. Should Itzmin escape, the character who has the highest
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
feet of the Girscamen feel a harmless supernatural chill—an effect of the unquiet spirits haunting the ship. If characters succeed on a DC 14 Intelligence (Arcana or Religion) check, they can tell
a failed save, the creature takes 21 (6d6) psychic damage and telepathically hears dozens of drowning cries. Characters who inspect the hole in the ship determine it continues through the bottom of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
first stop when exploring the distant land of Xen’drik. This book describes the shadowy ruins, sinister organizations, and treasure-laden dungeons of Stormreach. In addition to providing Dungeon
, religion, folklore, and other aspects of these races, as well as exploring the role of other core D&D races in the setting. Secrets of Sarlona (3.5E): This sourcebook explores the continent of Sarlona
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
with purple crystals. The tunnel echoes with strange voices and far-off sounds, as if originating from distant places … or perhaps even distant worlds.
The tunnel is unlit. A successful DC 12
while the characters traverse the tunnel. The tunnel continues for what feels like forever before the ceiling suddenly begins to rise. The walls frame an impossibly tall canyon that slowly widens, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Eagletalon. A successful DC 10 Intelligence (Arcana or Religion) check made to study the carved pillars reveals that a pillar can be empowered with radiant energy if the name of the hero it represents is
trodden on, but the scene it shows is still recognizable. A successful DC 10 Intelligence (History or Religion) check allows a character to recognize the scene as showing Torm presenting the Helm of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
opportunity for the characters to get information from the patrons, which leads them to “Candle Lane,” where their quest continues. Blood in the Streets As the characters travel through the Dock Ward
dark as a dungeon — and as odorous as one, too. Nearly all the streetlamps have been smashed. The only light that pierces the darkness is a faint flickering from down the lane, like a distant candle
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
)
CHA
18 (+4)
Saving Throws Wis +4, Cha +7
Skills Arcana +4, Deception +7, Persuasion +7, Religion +4
Damage Resistances fire
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 11
Languages any
Warlocks of the Great Old One gain their powers through magical pacts forged with eldritch entities from strange and distant realms of existence. Some of these warlocks associate with cultists devoted