both bonds down curious resolve

Halfling Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

Curious Halflings are an affable and cheerful people. They cherish the bonds of family and friendship as well as the comforts of hearth and home, harboring few dreams of gold or glory. Even adventurers

Simic Scientist

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

a set of beliefs about the nature of life. Simic members’ bonds and flaws derive from their scientific research — including their creation of new life forms, which they can become very

concepts explained to them. 5 I describe everything that happens as if it were going into my research notes (and it often is). 6 I am insatiably curious about the seemingly infinite forms and

Elf Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

more often amused than excited, and more likely to be curious than greedy. They tend to remain aloof and unfazed by petty happenstance. When pursuing a goal, however, whether adventuring on a mission or

insults with vengeance. Like the branches of a young tree, elves are flexible in the face of danger. They trust in diplomacy and compromise to resolve differences before they escalate to violence. They

Kind and Curious

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

Kind and Curious Halflings are an affable and cheerful people. They cherish the bonds of family and friendship as well as the comforts of hearth and home, harboring few dreams of gold or glory. Even

A Timeless Perspective

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

, and more likely to be curious than greedy. They tend to remain aloof and unfazed by petty happenstance. When pursuing a goal, however, whether adventuring on a mission or learning a new skill or art

branches of a young tree, elves are flexible in the face of danger. They trust in diplomacy and compromise to resolve differences before they escalate to violence. They have been known to retreat

A Timeless Perspective

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

, and more likely to be curious than greedy. They tend to remain aloof and unfazed by petty happenstance. When pursuing a goal, however, whether adventuring on a mission or learning a new skill or art

branches of a young tree, elves are flexible in the face of danger. They trust in diplomacy and compromise to resolve differences before they escalate to violence. They have been known to retreat

Roleplaying a Mind Flayer

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

the brains of a specific kind of humanoid. 6 I’m curious about how other races live and how their societies function. 7 I find battle stimulating. 8 I’m curious about the limits of other creatures

the study of lesser beings. (Neutral) 6 Domination. All others should submit to my control. (Evil) Mind Flayer Bonds d6 Bond 1 I think the elder brain is wrong about something, and I want to

Roleplaying

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

of the game, and it comes to the fore during social interactions. Your character’s quirks, mannerisms, and personality influence how interactions resolve. There are two styles you can use when

, and personality. You might be able to determine an NPC’s personality traits, ideals, flaws, and bonds, then play on them to influence the NPC’s attitude. Interactions in D&D are much like interactions

Roleplaying

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

of the game, and it comes to the fore during social interactions. Your character’s quirks, mannerisms, and personality influence how interactions resolve. There are two styles you can use when

, and personality. You might be able to determine an NPC’s personality traits, ideals, flaws, and bonds, then play on them to influence the NPC’s attitude. Interactions in D&D are much like interactions

Small and Practical

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

a knack for finding the most straightforward solution to a problem, and have little patience for dithering. Kind and Curious Halflings are an affable and cheerful people. They cherish the bonds

Detailed NPCs

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

innkeeper might be friendly toward guests and rude to her staff. NPC Interaction Traits d12 Trait 1 Argumentative 2 Arrogant 3 Blustering 4 Rude 5 Curious 6 Friendly 7 Honest 8 Hot tempered 9

-knowledge Bond In a sentence, summarize the people, places, or things that are especially important to the NPC. The NPC Bonds table offers suggestions in broad categories. The character backgrounds

When Clans Collapse

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

individuals in a clan to fall prey to occasional bickering and infighting. Abbathor’s influence affects some dwarves more than others, and even those with the strongest resolve can be tempted to

dedication to its goals strains the bonds between elements that must work together for the clan to prosper. Feuds between artisans drive wedges between families. Dwarf traders strike deals that fail to benefit

Centaur

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

Centaur Powerful and curious, quick to act and knowledgeable of the wider world, centaurs seek to experience life’s boundless bounty. The centaurs of Theros are divided into two groups: members of

as a sign of goodwill and a way to forge bonds. Journeys of Discovery When young Lagonna centaurs become adults, they often leave their band to travel the world on their own. This time of self

Fellow Prisoners

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

Underdark denizens with whom the characters don’t share a language. Once it becomes attached to one or more of the adventurers, Stool behaves somewhat like an enthusiastic and curious younger sibling

easier to manage, it helps the players get to know them and strengthens the bonds between the NPCs and the adventurers.

Ship Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

still alive when its master dies, it stops attacking and retreats to its nest. It continues to fight only if pursued. After the remaining lizardfolk are dealt with, Bimz chooses one character and bonds

conditions, the one who met the most conditions will suffice. Alternatively, the characters can engage in a contest of Charisma checks (highest wins) to determine whom Bimz bonds with. Treasure. A

Areas of the Villa

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

times in their lives and are curious about what lurks there. C24. Osvaldo’s Prison If Ammalia Cassalanter or Victoro Cassalanter (see appendix B) or both are present, the door to this room is unlocked but

accidentally offended one another. They have changed into dueling garb and are fighting with rapiers to resolve their differences while onlookers drink wine and cheer them on. C25a. Garden Balcony This

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