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Player’s Handbook
Ability Scores: Strength, Dexterity, CharismaFeat: MusicianSkill Proficiencies: Acrobatics and PerformanceTool Proficiency: Choose one kind of Musical InstrumentEquipment: Choose A or
for musicians and acrobats in exchange for lessons. You may have learned how to walk a tightrope, how to play a lute in a distinct style, or how to recite poetry with impeccable diction. To this day, you thrive on applause and long for the stage.
Classes
Player’s Handbook
Core Sorcerer Traits
Primary Ability
Charisma
Hit Point Die
D6 per Sorcerer level
Saving Throw Proficiencies
Constitution and Charisma
Skill Proficiencies
Choose 2
: Arcana, Deception, Insight, Intimidation, Persuasion, or Religion
Weapon Proficiencies
Simple weapons
Armor Training
None
Starting Equipment
Choose A or B: (A) Spear, 2 Dagger;Daggers
Monsters
Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn
hails can potentially overwhelm the dragon, driving it to either morose despondence or passionate rage.
No two spirit dragons are exactly alike; each individual bears features distinct to the empire from
which it hails. Roll on or choose a result from the Spirit Dragon Origins table to determine which lost realm a spirit dragon is from.
Spirit Dragon Origins
1d6
The Spirit Dragon Traces
Monsters
Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn
dragons are exactly alike; each individual bears features distinct to the empire from which it hails. Roll on or choose a result from the Spirit Dragon Origins table to determine which lost realm a spirit
Monsters
Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn
, driving it to either morose despondence or passionate rage.
No two spirit dragons are exactly alike; each individual bears features distinct to the empire from which it hails. Roll on or choose a
Legendary Resistance (4/Day, or 5/Day in Lair). If the dragon fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead.Multiattack. The dragon makes three Rend attacks. It can replace one attack with a
Monsters
Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn
Legendary Resistance (3/Day, or 4/Day in Lair). If the dragon fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead.Multiattack. The dragon makes three Rend attacks. It can replace one attack with a
potentially overwhelm the dragon, driving it to either morose despondence or passionate rage.
No two spirit dragons are exactly alike; each individual bears features distinct to the empire from which it
Monsters
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If the incarnate fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead.
Magic Resistance. The incarnate has advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical
expressions of a plane’s power are called planar incarnates, and they appear as roiling energies with features distinct to the plane that created it. They protect their home from destructive or
Monsters
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If the incarnate fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead.
Magic Resistance. The incarnate has advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical
. These expressions of a plane’s power are called planar incarnates, and they appear as roiling energies with features distinct to the plane that created it. They protect their home from destructive
Equipment
This poison bears a distinct scent and chemical message from Ivana Boritsi. A creature subjected to this poison must succeed on a DC 18 Constitution saving throw or experience the effects of a dream
speaking with her intended target by alchemically crafting her message, predicting her target’s reactions, and chemically encoding in her responses. She wears this poison as a perfume or hides it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
myriad forms, presaging terrifying tales and distinctive dooms. This section provides guidance for creating dramatic curses, either distinct from or as part of curses resulting from magic, monsters
’ actions, or other effects. These curses provide ominously poetic responses to fateful choices and afflictions that last until they’re alleviated by specific remedies. Spells at the characters’ disposal might relieve these curses’ effects temporarily but can’t lift them completely. The price must be paid.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
. The following example combines an inhaled poison and the dream spell, creating a tool Ivana uses to manipulate her agents. Ivana’s Whisper (Inhaled). This poison bears a distinct scent and chemical
her message, predicting her target’s reactions, and chemically encoding in her responses. She wears this poison as a perfume or hides it within gift bouquets, allowing it to convey her message later.
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
part of them expressed to an extreme. To define a persona, feel free to choose characteristics from other backgrounds, particularly folk hero, hermit, or noble. For the person behind the persona, the
one who truly strives to be faceless, consider a distinct set of faceless characteristics. As a result, those with this background have two sets of characteristics, one for their persona, and one for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Entertainer KENNY VO Ability Scores: Strength, Dexterity, Charisma
Feat: Musician (see chapter 5)
Skill Proficiencies: Acrobatics and Performance
Tool Proficiency: Choose one kind of Musical
Instrument (see chapter 6)
Equipment: Choose A or B: (A) Musical Instrument (same as above), 2 Costumes, Mirror, Perfume, Traveler’s Clothes, 11 GP; or (B) 50 GP
You spent much of your youth
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Head Office). A company position establishes a character’s role within a franchise, as well as a relationship with the larger Acq Inc organization. When you choose a company position for your
should choose the position that speaks to you — and that feels like it’ll be the most fun. All characters who take on an Acquisitions Incorporated franchise must take a company position. A character can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Tracking Adventurers sometimes choose their path by following the tracks of other creatures — or other creatures might track the adventurers! To track, one or more creatures must succeed on a Wisdom
challenging, unless the creature being tracked leaves a distinct trail. Additionally, the passage of time often makes tracks harder to follow. In a situation where there is no trail to follow, you can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Boundaries Review your takeaways from the content surveys. Then, informed by players’ survey responses, present your list of content the game will not feature. These are your game’s boundaries and will not
get excited about. Create Player Characters. If players want to discuss their characters or create them collaboratively, now is a great time to do so. Choose Optional Rules. If there are optional rules
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Sorcerer Core Sorcerer Traits Primary Ability Charisma Hit Point Die D6 per Sorcerer level Saving Throw Proficiencies Constitution and Charisma Skill Proficiencies Choose 2: Arcana, Deception
, Insight, Intimidation, Persuasion, or Religion Weapon Proficiencies Simple weapons Armor Training None Starting Equipment Choose A or B: (A) Spear, 2 Daggers, Arcane Focus (crystal), Dungeoneer’s Pack
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Charisma Skill Proficiencies Choose 2: Arcana, Deception, Insight, Intimidation, Persuasion, or Religion Weapon Proficiencies Simple weapons Armor Training None Starting Equipment Choose A or B:(A) Spear, 2
, developing distinct powers that reflect its source. Sorcerers are rare. Some family lines produce exactly one Sorcerer in every generation, but most of the time, the talents of sorcery appear as a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
, evil, or neutral), and the other describes attitudes toward society and order (lawful, chaotic, or neutral). Thus, nine distinct alignments define the possible combinations. These brief summaries of the
are typically chaotic evil. Alignment in the Multiverse For many thinking creatures, alignment is a moral choice. Humans, dwarves, elves, and other people can choose whether to follow the paths of good
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
doesn’t change its statistics or have monetary value, it makes each elemental distinct. Roll on or choose a result from the Earth Elemental Compositions table to inspire an earth elemental’s features
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
physically similar but culturally distinct. Aereni are typically high elves, while Valenar are usually wood elves; but both of these subraces are options in these cultures. The Aereni place greater
your DM allows it, your elf character can forgo Elf Weapon Training and instead take the elf trait based on their culture:
An Aereni elf can choose one skill or tool proficiency. Your proficiency
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
adventurers are in a living world. Strive for responses and actions that introduce twists into the game. For example, an old woman whose family was killed at the hands of an evil wizard might regard
to each other. If possible, let one NPC do most of the talking, but if multiple NPCs need to talk, give them distinct voices so the players know who’s who. Using Your Face and Arms Use your facial
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
, evil, or neutral), and the other describes attitudes toward society and order (lawful, chaotic, or neutral). Thus, nine distinct alignments define the possible combinations. These brief summaries of the
dragons are typically chaotic evil. Alignment in the Multiverse For many thinking creatures, alignment is a moral choice. Humans, dwarves, elves, and other people can choose whether to follow the paths
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Morte’s Planar Parade
their might. These expressions of a plane’s power are called planar incarnates, and they appear as roiling energies with features distinct to the plane that created it. They protect their home from
22 (41,000 XP) Proficiency Bonus +7
Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If the incarnate fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead.
Magic Resistance. The incarnate has advantage on saving
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
in a rundown part of town), you can always roll again or simply choose another result. However, such unexpected results can prompt creativity and memorable locations that help make your urban
encounters distinct. Building Type d20 Type 1–10 Residence (roll once on the Residence table) 11–12 Religious (roll once on the Religious Building table) 13–15 Tavern (roll once on the Tavern table and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
might hail from any corner of Krynn. Below are just a few of the distinct human nations of Ansalon. You might be a member of any of these societies, or you can choose another home to define as you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
patterns—markings distinct from those of their larger draconic cousins. Many magic-users attempt to befriend pseudodragons, hoping to enlist them as familiars. The creatures’ intellect and resistance to
to aid those who ply them with treats. Contrariwise, mages who don’t properly pamper their pseudodragon familiars might be abandoned without warning. Roll on or choose an option from the Pseudodragon
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Adventure Atlas: The Mortuary
their might. These expressions of a plane’s power are called planar incarnates, and they appear as roiling energies with features distinct to the plane that created it. They protect their home from
22 (41,000 XP) Proficiency Bonus +7
Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If the incarnate fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead.
Magic Resistance. The incarnate has advantage on saving
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
mysterious sights. These scenes aren’t dangerous, but you can elaborate on them as you please. Roll on or choose a result from the Sights within the Spire table to break up the characters’ climb. Sights
who speak with the giant get lethargic responses but can eventually learn that he believes he’s a god whose followers forgot him, and now even he has forgotten who he is. The giant has no hope of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
single name — Trostani — and a single life force. Usually Trostani communicates the will of the Worldsoul with one voice, but she retains three distinct personalities that embody the three parts of the
animals, giant insect, moonbeam, plant growth, spike growth, suggestion
1/day each: conjure fey, mass cure wounds
Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If Trostani fails a saving throw, she can choose to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
your goals and ambitions? What is the single most important thing you strive for? You can choose any ideals you like, but your character’s alignment is a good place to start defining them. Each
to your class, your background, your race, or some other aspect of your character’s history or personality. You might also gain new bonds over the course of your adventures. Flaws Finally, choose a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
familiar land Let the players know when the characters are at risk of getting lost, then have the characters choose one of their number to make a Wisdom (Survival) check against a DC appropriate to
chapter. Tracking A specific instance of searching on a journey is when adventurers choose their path by following the tracks of other creatures. To track, one or more trackers must succeed on a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
negotiating the end to a deadly turf war among thieves’ guilds. In this scenario, you’ll spend a lot of time on steps 1 and 2, developing each of the major NPCs as a distinct villain with an agenda. In
. Characters can gain influence by doing favors for NPCs, advancing the cause of an organization, or demonstrating their power and heroism, at your discretion. As with inspiration, a character can choose
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
tremendously, most dragons covet wealth, hoarding mounds of coins and gathering gems, jewels, and magic items.
Chromatic and metallic dragons pass through four distinct stages of life, from wyrmlings to
+5
Amphibious. Runara can breathe air and water.
Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If Runara fails a saving throw, she can choose to succeed instead.
Actions
Multiattack. Runara makes one Bite
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
hero or extraordinary person they are every day. That’s all a facade, though, or a part of them expressed to an extreme. To define a persona, feel free to choose characteristics from other backgrounds
, particularly folk hero, hermit, or noble. For the person behind the persona, the one who truly strives to be faceless, consider a distinct set of faceless characteristics. As a result, those with






