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Soldier Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

, work with your DM to determine which military organization you were a part of, how far through its ranks you progressed, and what kind of experiences you had during your military career. Was it a

combined with the rigid discipline of military service leave their mark on all soldiers, shaping their ideals, creating strong bonds, and often leaving them scarred and vulnerable to fear, shame, and

Wizard Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

spell and launches a tiny bead of fire toward the enemy ranks, where it erupts into a conflagration that engulfs the soldiers. Checking and rechecking his work, a human scribes an intricate magic

. Creating a Wizard Creating a wizard character demands a backstory dominated by at least one extraordinary event. How did your character first come into contact with magic? How did you discover you had

Hobgoblin

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

hobgoblin legions have emerged, with ranks of devoted soldiers famed for their unity. Hobgoblins are generally taller than their goblin cousins but not quite as big as bugbears. They have curved

, pointed ears and noses that turn bright red or blue during displays of emotion. Creating Your Character At 1st level, you choose whether your character is a member of the human race or of a

Orc Legacy

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

order from the encroachments of Fiends and other extraplanar threats. Gruumsh’s blessings have made orcs tireless guardians and mighty allies wherever they are found, even when they turn their

devotion to other gods. Creating Your Character At 1st level, you choose whether your character is a member of the human race or of a fantastical race. If you select a fantastical race, follow these

Dhampir

Species Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

changed your body, making you reliant on others for vital fluids. Dhampirs in the Domains of Dread When creating a dhampir, ask your DM if it makes sense for your character to have ties to

joined and advanced through their lesser ranks, known as the Kargatane, and were rewarded by being transformed into a dhampir. I’Cath. At night, the starving city of I’Cath is overrun by

Cleric Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

his axe in wide swaths to cut through the ranks of orcs arrayed against him, shouting praise to the gods with every foe’s fall. Calling down a curse upon the forces of undeath, a human lifts

. Creating a Cleric As you create a cleric, the most important question to consider is which deity to serve and what principles you want your character to embody. The Gods of the Multiverse section

Monk Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

Her fists a blur as they deflect an incoming hail of arrows, a half-elf springs over a barricade and throws herself into the massed ranks of hobgoblins on the other side. She whirls among them

mission than merely slaying monsters and plundering their treasure. Creating a Monk As you make your monk character, think about your connection to the monastery where you learned your skills and spent

Soldier - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

military organization you were a part of, how far through its ranks you progressed, and what kind of experiences you had during your military career. Was it a standing army, a town guard, or a village

soldiers, shaping their ideals, creating strong bonds, and often leaving them scarred and vulnerable to fear, shame, and hatred. d8 Personality Trait 1 I’m always polite and

Paladin Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

has taken him or her away from adventuring for a time, every paladin lives on the front lines of the cosmic struggle against evil. Fighters are rare enough among the ranks of the militias and armies

, and even the smallest victory against it can tilt the cosmic balance away from oblivion. Creating a Paladin The most important aspect of a paladin character is the nature of his or her holy quest

Dhampirs in the Domains of Dread

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Dhampirs in the Domains of Dread When creating a dhampir, ask your DM if it makes sense for your character to have ties to one of the following Domains of Dread (detailed in chapter 3): Barovia. In

. Darkon. The Kargat, this shattered domain’s secret police, supposedly know the secret of immortality. Perhaps you joined and advanced through their lesser ranks, known as the Kargatane, and were

Maintaining Order

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

, and decisions might not get made quickly enough — or at all. Adding to the challenge of maintaining discipline is the ever-present threat of demonic madness growing among the ranks, creating problems

within their own ranks, members of any faction might bristle at having to work alongside (much less take orders from) members of other factions. Chain of Command In addition to deciding how the

Battle of Elturel

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

legions of devils encircle the enormous posts of infernal iron that anchor Elturel to the rocky ground. Squads of demons fighting ten deep in some places hurl themselves into the devils’ ranks. Most of

conflict are as good as dead, but circumstances might necessitate one or more characters moving unseen through the ranks of devils and hordes of demons. Such a plan might include causing a distraction that

Benefits of Renown

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

increase. You can establish certain Renown Score thresholds as prerequisites (though not necessarily the only prerequisites) for advancing in rank. You can set these thresholds however you like, creating

ranks and titles for the groups in your campaign. Perks Earning renown within a group might come with certain benefits. A character with a Renown Score of 3+ might gain access to a reliable contact, a

The Well of Dragons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

of creatures mill about or are lining up into ordered infantry ranks. In the air above, dozens of chromatic dragons wheel and shriek like a flock of immense crows, awaiting the bloodshed of the

their own use. Within the central caldera, they raised a ritual space for creating dracoliches from dragons drawn to the site knowing they would soon die. Under Severin’s leadership, the caldera and

The Well of Dragons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

of creatures mill about or are lining up into ordered infantry ranks. In the air above, dozens of chromatic dragons wheel and shriek like a flock of immense crows, awaiting the bloodshed of the

their own use. Within the central caldera, they raised a ritual space for creating dracoliches from dragons drawn to the site knowing they would soon die. Under Severin’s leadership, the caldera and

Forms of Worship

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

one invites the blessings of the gods and turns away their wrath. These prayers and other acts of devotion are generally performed quietly at the shrine in one’s household or community, or occasionally

shown, making requests for future blessings, and offering praise for the deity’s intercessions, large and small. Because most folk in Faerûn don’t want to attract the ire of the cruel or savage gods

Hazlik

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

HazlikHazlik The wizard Hazlik always stood one formula away from attaining his dreams. Raised among the merciless Red Wizards of Thay on the world of Toril, Hazlik steadily rose among the ranks of

pursuits, such as creating the perfect mortal form and visiting dream realms within an individual’s psyche. As Hazlik advanced in power, he developed rivalries with his fellow Red Wizards. Through

The Aurum

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

activities are entirely legitimate. The Aurum is a society for wealthy scholars and philanthropists. But there is a secret order that ranks higher than the Platinum Concord — an inner circle known as the

by binding the current barons and monarchs to their will or by tearing down the current systems and creating something new. In stories driven by action, the Aurum can fund expeditions to exotic lands

Paladin

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

every Paladin lives on the front lines of the cosmic struggle against annihilation. Fighters are rare enough among the ranks of a world’s armies, but even fewer people can claim the calling of a Paladin

, proficiency with Martial weapons, and training with Light and Medium armor and Shields. Gain the Paladin’s level 1 features, which are listed in the Paladin Features table. See the multiclassing rules in “Creating a Character” to determine your available spell slots.

Keranos's Influence

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

of birthing new ideas into the world. Furthering the act of creating—be it ideas, weapons, art, or magic—is what matters most. Keranos’s Goals For good or ill, Keranos exists as a disruptive force

. Those who prove themselves decisive and intelligent, such as the missing Queen Cymede of Akros, earn his grudging respect and continued blessings of precognition. He finds satisfaction not only in

Renown

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

renown to any numbers that work for your game, creating appropriate ranks and titles for the organizations in your campaign. Attitudes of Organization Members. As a character’s renown within an

character earns favor and reputation within a particular organization. You can tie benefits to a character’s renown, including ranks and titles within the organization and access to resources. A player tracks

Hour-by-Hour Approach

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

ones responsible for navigating. Characters in the back rank are usually responsible for making sure that the party isn’t being followed. Encourage characters in the middle ranks to do something other

you’ll need to rely on random encounters to keep the journey interesting. See chapter 3 for guidelines on creating your own random encounter tables and when to check for random encounters. A good way to

Verminaard

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume Two

Verminaard Ariakas, As the Dragon Queen wills me to obey, here is my assessment of your servant, Verminaard of Nidus: Unchanged. The man remains a blustering dastard awash in blessings earned by

missing from their ranks have been sacrificed on his secret altar. I don’t dismiss this possibility. While his work progresses, it is the effort of an instrument as blunt as the mace he wields

Demons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

marching against a rival lord. Demon lords only rarely elevate demons to the highest ranks, fearful of inadvertently creating rivals to their own power. Abyssal Invasions. Wherever they wander across the

ranks of the demon lords that threaten to tear the Abyss apart with their endless warring. By expending considerable magical power, demon lords can raise lesser demons into greater forms, though such

The Order of the Gauntlet

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

to the east and it was focused on creating dracoliches. Its shift to the Sword Coast and new emphasis on living dragons and on Tiamat are cause for concern. The cult is on the move and it’s up to

characters the chance to join their factions. At this early stage, there is no pay for members and there are no ranks. What they can offer is help and support from other members and allies, who are spread

Drow

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

. The drow like to hollow out enormous stalagmites and stalactites, creating populated spires that rise from the floors and ceilings. Drow Medium humanoid (elf), neutral evil Armor Class 15

the walls under watchful eyes. The drow raise and keep giant spiders to help protect their cities against intruders, even as they drape those cities in beautiful webbing, creating a gossamer snare to

Rejecting the Ordning

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

quickly took over the leadership, sorting its membership into a new hierarchy and creating dissension within the ranks—which the adventurers can use as they try to foil the cult’s evil schemes. 7 A

Planar Philosopher

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

step with the multiverse, one must act on instinct alone. Creating Your Own Faction In Sigil, ideologies wax and wane over time, gaining popularity and drawing like-minded philosophers from one

philosophers might prefer certain types of characters, but by and large any character who upholds and furthers the beliefs of such a group is welcome within its ranks. Suggested Characteristics. Adventurers

Soldier

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

background, work with your DM to determine which military organization you were a part of, how far through its ranks you progressed, and what kind of experiences you had during your military career. Was

, creating strong bonds, and often leaving them scarred and vulnerable to fear, shame, and hatred. d8 Personality Trait 1 I’m always polite and respectful. 2 I’m haunted by memories of war. I can’t get the

Cloud Giant

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

giant wears or places about its home must also be beautiful or wondrous. Sacks of gold or gems are worth less to a cloud giant than the jewelry that might be crafted from those materials, creating

. They frequently bet on the outcome of events nominally outside their control, such as the lives of lesser creatures. Ordning ranks and kings’ ransoms can be won and lost in bets over the military

The Order of the Gauntlet

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

, the cult was more active to the east and it was focused on creating dracoliches. Its shift to the Sword Coast and new emphasis on living dragons and on Tiamat are cause for concern. The cult is on the

are offering the characters the chance to join their factions. At this early stage, there is no pay for members and there are no ranks. What they can offer is help and support from other members and

Aristocrat

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

that power and prestige lie just around the corner, this minor lordling grasps for every opportunity to climb the ranks. 2 Merchant Mastermind. Reputation, wealth, and power are one and the same for

isn’t your patron’s priority. 4 Intimate Connection. A common-born confidant or lover of your patron guides you in creating circumstances to bolster the noble family’s best interests. 5 Outside Insider

Werewolves in the Mist

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

before. The order strikes hard and fast, without waiting for the blessings of temples or the permission of rulers. The order believes that evil must be smashed, or it will swiftly overcome all

to close ranks, their needle-covered arms interlocking to blot out the sun. The shroud of mist that covers the ground turns into creeping walls of gray fog that silently envelop you until you can’t

Geryon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

rise from the ranks. Which is less worthy: the archdevil who leads a layer while being trapped in a block of ice, or the archdevil who can’t outmaneuver a frozen adversary? Geryon’s Lair Geryon has

effect on itself if it deals any damage to one or more of its allies. Geryon casts the banishment spell. Regional Effects. The region containing Geryon’s lair is warped by his magic, creating one or

Plague-Mort

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

and cast into the noxious void. Moments later, the Pit belches up a demon to serve in the ranks of the Hounds. One Pixel Brush A grim fortress, Blightsteel Keep, looms over the demon-infested town of

-aligned deities as ill omens that must be wrangled and pitched into the Pit. Regional Effects The region containing Plague-Mort’s planar gate is influenced by the magic of the Abyss, creating one or more of

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