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Species
Basic Rules (2014)
human standing nearly two feet taller. Their courage and endurance are also easily a match for any of the larger folk.
Dwarven skin ranges from deep brown to a paler hue tinged with red, but the most
typically artisans, especially weaponsmiths, armorers, and jewelers. Some become mercenaries or bodyguards, highly sought after for their courage and loyalty.
Gods, Gold, and Clan
Dwarves who take
Monsters
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
traditionally called patriarchs, though they can be male or female. They are the oldest, wealthiest, and most influential oligarchs of the Orzhov Syndicate. They have been dead for centuries, but they refuse to
Obzedat function as a unit, driven by their shared desire to accumulate ever more wealth for the guild. In times of disagreement, the eldest of the council exerts his seniority to bend the council to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
being deft and plucky. Halflings, or hin as they call themselves, exhibit a natural adroitness that often surprises larger folk. This nimbleness regularly comes in handy when their courage outruns their
travelers as a rule, with tongues and hearts as nimble as their feet. Whereas if strongheart halflings are on the move, it always seems driven by a desire to return to home or find and settle in a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
guidance, and should be shown Bahamut’s righteous way of living rather than ignored and treated as children. If the dragons refuse to engage the humanoids and focus only on their own advancement, the
instead unfriendly. Desire. Otaaryliakkarnos would like the metallic dragons to strike now as Protanther suggests, but she does not know if they can succeed alone. An alliance would reduce casualties for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
guidance, and should be shown Bahamut’s righteous way of living rather than ignored and treated as children. If the dragons refuse to engage the humanoids and focus only on their own advancement, the
unfriendly. Desire. Otaaryliakkarnos would like the metallic dragons to strike now as Protanther suggests, but she does not know if they can succeed alone. An alliance would reduce casualties for all
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Dragon Spellcasting table to help select spells for a spellcasting dragon. Bronze Dragon Personality Traits d8 Trait
1 The weakest creatures sometimes display the greatest courage. I
excuse for tyranny. Those who abuse power must be stripped of it, and soldiers have a responsibility to refuse immoral orders.
5 I strive to treat foes honorably, but not at the expense of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
celebrating each other’s courage and integrity, all in a single evening. For those who aren’t accustomed to this candor, though, it can lead to hurt feelings and lingering resentment. Creatures that visit
Arborea and then leave sometimes experience a desperate desire to return—a yearning so intense that it can interfere with day-to-day life. What secrets lie buried in the sands of Mithardir? An expedition
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
scraps of parchment. He plans to become an adventuring bard but hasn’t the courage to tell his parents, who would never tolerate such a pedestrian, dangerous life for their son. Mazia Foulard (lawful good
nobles with an extra skill: Performance +7. The students are friendly but scream loudly and try to hide if confronted by unidentified intruders. They refuse to cooperate with anyone opposed to Sythian
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
subjects for spying on one another and uncovering plots against him. The duergar closest to him are aware of the changes in his demeanor, but they lack the courage to stand up to him. A few have learned
pseudodragon made of chardalyn (a pseudo-pseudodragon, if you will)—and make her an offer she can’t refuse. Once he conquers Icewind Dale, he wants the Muzgardts to control the ale trade throughout his
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
the succubi interact with the characters depends on how the characters react to this situation: The Party Helps. If the party intervenes, the knight thanks the characters for their courage and offers
aspirations. As before, the charms are designed to bring the characters fortune and woe in equal measure. This time, Hulgaz doesn’t take no for an answer. If the characters refuse to take the infernal
Magic Items
The Book of Many Things
whichever cards they desire. Alternatively, roll on the Deck of Many More Things table below to randomly determine what cards are drawn.
Deck of Many More Things
d100
Card
01
Aberration
bargained with; it keeps its side of any bargain it makes, though it might twist the wording of any agreement to suit its purposes. If attacked, or if negotiations fail and you refuse the Fiend’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
to participate in this challenge, the Rival tries to compel the character to participate. This could include any of the following coercions: Offering the characters something they desire or important
academic year. The students who challenged the characters arrive at midnight. If the characters refuse even in the face of the Rival’s coercion, the Rival leaves. The next day, the characters learn that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
the vaults below and drove them out. The angels refuse to abandon their posts and are content to wait as long as it takes for Mekkalath to depart. The remains of the abbey’s temple—surrounded by fires
, Mekkalath can see almost anywhere on the hilltop; only the gatehouse, with its stone roof, blocks his vision. Salamanders from the Hall of Glory visit frequently to serve Mekkalath’s every desire. When he is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
working their brooms and carts at every hour of the day — and for a few hours after dark — all over the city, removing not just animal dung but other refuse. This service is free to all, paid for by
offer free instruction in reading to all who desire it, and the city has over thirty publishers of broadsheets in addition to chapbook printers and book publishers. Large paper advertisements are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
. Azrok wisely hid the true source of his “godsight” to perpetuate the myth. Age granted Azrok wisdom and the desire to carve out a domain of his own. He led his forces to Stromkuhldur, and they rid
this strange lack of courage in their great warlord? Has age finally taken its toll? In reality, a band of duergar thieves posing as merchants recently stole Azrok’s dagger of blindsight and fled
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
a DC 20 Constitution saving throw. On a failed save, the creature is blinded. The blindness lasts until the creature receives a lesser restoration spell or similar magic. Once an exemplar of courage
shows both courage and self-sacrifice is found innocent of the crime of deformity. Denials, protests, and challenges to Fazrian’s authority are met with stern pronouncements of guilt. The planetar can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
driven berserk, she fights until the Abbot reasserts control or until she is destroyed. She has the supernatural strength of a typical flesh golem despite her smaller size. The Abbot has no desire to
healing touch. If they decline to help or behave rudely, he orders them to leave the abbey at once, attacking them if they refuse and doing his utmost to keep Vasilka safe. The music comes from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a3
, either unwittingly or with the intent of exploring, apply the effects described below according to the areas they enter. Unless otherwise noted, creatures can leave an area whenever they desire, by either
Charisma saving throw or refuse to leave it. A creature affected by the magic is allowed another Wisdom saving throw every 24 hours while the magic persists. A creature can repeat the saving throw every
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
, uncaring of the events of the world. They remarked on how the halflings enjoyed the simple pleasures of the moment, such as food and music, family, and friendship, and how they seemed to desire no more than
from a questionable individual and advising others to do the same. This aspect of the halfling mind-set accounts for what members of other races often characterize as courage. A halfling about to enter
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
of the Orzhov Syndicate. They have been dead for centuries, but they refuse to let go of the fortunes they amassed in life. Addicted to power and prestige, these patriarchs continue to dominate the
guild and accumulate even larger fortunes. Mostly Unanimous. The ghosts of the Obzedat function as a unit, driven by their shared desire to accumulate ever more wealth for the guild. In times of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
, modify the descriptions of these locations as needed to account for this change. Palace of Heart’s Desire, lower View Player Version P1. Front Gate Ivy clings to a set of silvery gates embedded in the
scare off the characters. The ettercaps lack the courage to fight anything bigger than a pixie, but they defend themselves if attacked. An ettercap reduced to 22 hit points or fewer tries to flee by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
anyone, but they lack the courage or wherewithal to act on their hatred most of the time. Their fear has led them to dwell either in gloomy places on the far fringes of civilized lands or in areas
Raxivort. The desire to please Raxivort weighs heavily on all their decisions. When things aren’t going well for them, xvarts naturally assume that Raxivort is angry. To appease their troubled lord, they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
explorers, Jobal has an intense interest in maps of Chult. He would pay the characters handsomely for Syndra Silvane’s map, if he learns of its existence. If they refuse to sell, he’ll resort to theft
royal blood in her veins, and few have the courage to dispute the wise, old trader. She’s a secret member of the Ytepka Society (see “Factions and Their Representatives”), and she has forged ties with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
running headlong into battle. If necessary, use Darrett to temper characters’ desire for immediate revenge. Clarifying the Situation It’s up to the characters to correct Bakaris’s misinformation
). If the characters refuse, Darrett asks to speak with them for a moment. He plans to accept the governor’s terms and attempts to convince the characters to join him. He wants their aid not only to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
and deal with the threat of an evil green dragon that nests there.
Alignment. Chaotic good.
Personality Trait. “I am an elf, and time is on my side. I refuse to give up—ever.”
Ideal. “The elves
. “Candlefoot. I can be myself around him.”
Flaw. “I have trouble showing my true feelings, which makes me seem aloof.”
Shon the Hunchback
CHAPTER 5: PALACE OF HEART’S DESIRE
Shon knows that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
and deal with the threat of an evil green dragon that nests there.
Alignment. Chaotic good.
Personality Trait. “I am an elf, and time is on my side. I refuse to give up—ever.”
Ideal. “The elves
. “Candlefoot. I can be myself around him.”
Flaw. “I have trouble showing my true feelings, which makes me seem aloof.”
Shon the Hunchback
CHAPTER 5: PALACE OF HEART’S DESIRE
Shon knows that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
and Deck of Many More Things, including whichever cards they desire. Alternatively, roll on the Deck of Many More Things table below to randomly determine what cards are drawn. Joanna Barnum, abigail
you refuse the Fiend’s offer, it returns to its home plane. Giant. You immediately grow 2d10 inches in height, and your hit point maximum and current hit points both increase by 20. Humanoid. You can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
ruined galley has buckled, and is cluttered with trash, driftwood, and other refuse washed up on the tide. To the east, the galley’s prow juts into the channel like a jagged fang, while the west side of
of dealing with the characters honestly, since inferior beings don’t merit such treatment. Using its Probing Telepathy, it discerns each character’s greatest desire, then uses this information
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
Great Foundry shelter the Mind’s Eye. The leaders of manufacturing in Sigil, the Seekers express their desire to reshape the multiverse through their crafts, creating tools and materials that in turn mold
golem that answers to his command. The Ditch The Ditch is Sigil’s only body of water, a reeking morass where locals cast their refuse. Its corrosive waters lie along the rough border between the Lower
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
creatures, many neighbors fear that Ubis doesn’t take security seriously enough, and that his desire to coddle such dangerous beasts could lead to them breaking free and rampaging through the district
fellow bridge-dwellers. For those who consistently refuse to play well with their neighbors, the answer is often Sweetjen’s Spices, a precarious bridge-side shop whose halfling proprietor quietly sells
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
popular with city folk who pay a few coppers to view the creatures, many neighbors fear that Ubis doesn’t take security seriously enough, and that his desire to coddle such dangerous beasts could lead to
bridge-dwellers. For those who consistently refuse to play well with their neighbors, the answer is often Sweetjen’s Spices, a precarious bridge-side shop whose halfling proprietor quietly sells some
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a1
to us, I shall grant you a reward. Meepo can accompany you if you desire.”
If the characters decide to go looking for the dragon, the kobolds direct them toward the passage that connects area 15 and
creatures attack and attempt to eat all trespassers. Treasure. Poking through the refuse over a period of 10 minutes uncovers 312 sp, 68 gp, and 3 gems (worth 25 gp each). On and around the ranger’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
thieves from taking the cauldron or hiding it. If they so desire, the characters can use Warduke’s flame tongue sword to shatter the cauldron, then do whatever they want with the fragments. Between
, but Shon doesn’t trust visitors not to steal the books. If necessary, he uses suggestion spells to force intruders to “get out and stay out!” If the characters stubbornly refuse to leave, Shon tells






