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Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
one of the Dark Powers, and he and the other Dark Powers had conjured up a misty prison to contain the newly immortal Strahd, thereby preventing the count from serving as the conquering force that the
his life. He became a devotee of the Dark Powers and tapped into their immortal malice to fuel his apotheosis.
As his power grew, he attracted disciples who also wished to defy life and death. He
Monsters
Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
. Osybus had not lied; he had himself become one of the Dark Powers, and he and the other Dark Powers had conjured up a misty prison to contain the newly immortal Strahd, thereby preventing the count
delved into any eldritch secret that would prolong his life. He became a devotee of the Dark Powers and tapped into their immortal malice to fuel his apotheosis.
As his power grew, he attracted
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These were the stories of a restless people who long ago took to the seas and rivers in longboats, first to pillage and terrorize, then to settle. Yet there was an energy, a love of adventure, that
the Inner Sea, the Mulan are generally tall, slim, and amber-skinned, with eyes of hazel or brown. Their hair ranges from black to dark brown, but in the lands where the Mulan are most prominent, nobles
Monsters
The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
wish stones, discarding the ones that contain wishes of ill intent and keeping those that hold good wishes. Brigganocks refine wish stones into gems and use them to decorate their architecture
brigganock see in the dark. Brigganocks have minor spellcasting abilities that help them survive. They also have the ability to manipulate time, allowing them to accomplish hour-long tasks in a matter of
Monsters
Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
immortality. He forged pacts with any entity that would give him more power and delved into any eldritch secret that would prolong his life. He became a devotee of the Dark Powers and tapped into
immortality would fail them when they least expected it and that he himself would become one of the Dark Powers. As a result of that curse, a priest of Osybus can’t be certain that they will be
Monsters
Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
were then betrayed. Osybus had not lied; he had himself become one of the Dark Powers, and he and the other Dark Powers had conjured up a misty prison to contain the newly immortal Strahd, thereby
more power and delved into any eldritch secret that would prolong his life. He became a devotee of the Dark Powers and tapped into their immortal malice to fuel his apotheosis.
As his power grew, he
Monsters
Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
other Dark Powers had conjured up a misty prison to contain the newly immortal Strahd, thereby preventing the count from serving as the conquering force that the priests sought to loose upon the world
Dark Powers and tapped into their immortal malice to fuel his apotheosis.
As his power grew, he attracted disciples who also wished to defy life and death. He shared his dread secrets with them and
Monsters
Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
his own immortality. He forged pacts with any entity that would give him more power and delved into any eldritch secret that would prolong his life. He became a devotee of the Dark Powers and tapped
;that their immortality would fail them when they least expected it and that he himself would become one of the Dark Powers. As a result of that curse, a priest of Osybus can’t be certain that they
Monsters
Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
.
But they were then betrayed. Osybus had not lied; he had himself become one of the Dark Powers, and he and the other Dark Powers had conjured up a misty prison to contain the newly immortal Strahd
give him more power and delved into any eldritch secret that would prolong his life. He became a devotee of the Dark Powers and tapped into their immortal malice to fuel his apotheosis.
As his power
Monsters
Spelljammer: Adventures in Space
objects. In this semi-incorporeal state, roughly half of the dragon’s body has a dark, indistinctly spectral form.A Lunar Dragon’s Lair
The cave complex where a lunar dragon makes its lair
contains ample space for food, as well as one or more hidden chambers where the dragon keeps its treasure. Depending on the composition and features of the moon, the lair might contain natural springs
Monsters
Spelljammer: Adventures in Space
creatures or solid objects. In this semi-incorporeal state, roughly half of the dragon’s body has a dark, indistinctly spectral form.A Lunar Dragon’s Lair
The cave complex where a lunar
contain natural springs and heat vents, wild gardens, crystal formations, magical phenomena, or an ecosystem of lesser life forms that have adapted to living with the dragon.
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Yuan-ti Pureblood
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
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The serpent creatures known as yuan-ti are all that remains of an ancient, decadent human empire. Ages ago their dark gods taught them profane, cannibalistic rituals to mix their flesh
primordial world heeded the prayers of these people and hissed dark demands into their ears. The people tainted their souls by performing human sacrifices in the name of the gods, debased their flesh by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
light or rely on darkvision to see. Area descriptions assume the characters have a light source or other means of seeing in the dark. Underground Rivers. The rivers that span the lesser caverns have
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Demon Wastes Capital: None Hallmarks: Fiends, pestilence Rivers of lava cut across plains of black sand and volcanic glass. The only vegetation consists of blood-red moss and a thick layer of
from the depths of Khyber. A handful of primordial ruins sustained by dark magic dot the bleak landscape—ruins that may still be home to fiends and their treasures. The Stone Cage, Shadowcrags, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
The Demon Wastes Capital: None Noted for Fiends, pestilence, violence Rivers of lava cut across plains of black sand and volcanic glass. The only vegetation you can see is blood-red moss and a thick
still lingers in this place. Vile creatures continue to crawl up from the depths of Khyber. And there are a handful of primordial ruins sustained by dark magic… ruins that may still be home to fiends
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Descent into the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth
assume the characters have a light source or other means of seeing in the dark. Underground Rivers. The rivers that span the lesser caverns have strong currents. A creature that enters a river for the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
dwarf kings of Delzoun, seeking glory and treasure. Rogues prowl the dark alleyways of teeming cities such as Neverwinter and Baldur’s Gate. Clerics in the service of gods wield mace and spell, questing
against the terrifying powers that threaten the land. Wizards plunder the ruins of the fallen Netherese empire, delving into secrets too dark for the light of day. Bards sing of kings, queens, heroes
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Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
protect against psychic damage or mental intrusion. The centerpiece of a sapphire dragon’s hoard is usually a cataloged, orderly collection of war gear, which can contain ancient relics of
the lair.
Cobweb-Choked Tunnels. Adventurers who manage to access the other side of the cave’s crystal walls discover a network of dark, cobweb-choked tunnels extending deep into the earth, set
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
walls contain alcoves, and standing in each alcove is a tall, rough block of amber. Two wide cracks have opened up in the south wall, spilling rubble and shattered pieces of amber onto the floor in
dark gifts by the evil vestiges contained within them (see the “Amber Sarcophagi” sidebar earlier in this chapter). Kasimir will know when he touches the east sarcophagus in this area that he has found
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
water manifests as rivers and stars appear in skies divorced from universes. They are the wardens that hold the Darklords prisoner. Ever-present and inscrutable, the Dark Powers are akin to gods in
The Dark Powers Unfathomable, hidden forces manipulate life, death, and reality within Ravenloft. These mysterious, deathless beings are the architects of the Domains of Dread, and have secreted
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Knowledge of Krynn The libraries in Sigil contain the following useful information about Krynn: Dragons of Krynn. Dragons have a strong presence on Krynn. Chromatic dragons swear allegiance to the
swept across Krynn centuries ago. The apocalypse destroyed nations, unleashed monsters, and cast Krynn into a dark age. War Torn. Recently, war has spread across Krynn. Infamous warlords such as the elf
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
. Outline the justifications inhabitants use to pretend nothing is wrong. What could reasonably explain their surreal experiences? They claim rivers of blood are crimson due to natural clay deposits, the
creations of the Dark Powers and the domain is the only reality they know, but what logical and psychological leaps might an outsider need to make to sleep at night?
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Chapter 3: The Darklake Though its name might evoke images of a single subterranean body of water, the Darklake is a network of underground rivers, natural tunnels, and canals that connect
is a potential source of watercraft and navigational aid. But as they seek out these resources, the characters learn of terrible powers loose in the Underdark — worse than the drow, the kuo-toa, or any other threat of this dark realm.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
K71. Kingsmen Quarters This dark passage runs for twenty feet, connecting an archway to the west with an ascending stone staircase to the east. To the north and south are four ten-foot-square alcoves
goes up along the east wall leads to area K20. Treasure Three of the alcoves contain nothing of value. A loose flagstone in the southeast alcove covers a hidden cubbyhole in the floor, in which is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
other means of seeing in the dark. Moonlight Mirrors Several areas in the vault contain objects known as moonlight mirrors, which each reflect a powerful beam of light from one of Krynn’s moons
slabs set on brass hinges. Unless otherwise noted, each door is unlocked. Lighting Unless otherwise noted, interior areas are dark. Area descriptions assume the characters have a light source or some
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
visible effects of magical disasters disfigure the domain, from rivers poisoned by alchemical runoff to craters caused by magical explosions. Creatures warped by magical experiments infest the domain
magic to join Hazlan’s elite?
Has magic altered you? Have you been affected by a magical disaster, pollution, or experimentation? Do you have an obvious Dark Gift or characteristic that sets you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
the fallen dwarf kings of Delzoun, looking for glory and treasure. Rogues prowl the dark alleyways of teeming cities such as Neverwinter and Baldur’s Gate. Clerics wield mace and spell in the service of
their gods, questing against the terrifying powers that threaten the land. Wizards plunder the ruins of the fallen Netherese empire, delving into secrets too dark for the light of day. Bards sing of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
few walled enclosures that contain several such dwellings can occasionally be found a short distance away from the roads and rivers that run through or near the Fields. The folk of this land are kind
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
. Although magic has proven effective at ridding individuals of the spore infection, the plague is spreading too quickly to contain. Creatures that become infected fall ill with a fever and sprout disgusting
phylacteries, but Xanthoria discovered a way to house her soul in a living sprite named Thunderwing. Though initially concerned with ways to end the unnatural life of the undead, Xanthoria’s research took a dark turn, as chronicled in her journal, titled Xanthoria.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Old Sharn Sharn was built on the foundations of an older city, which was itself built atop goblin ruins. This old city was destroyed by dark magic, courtesy of the elemental powers of the infamous
secrets of the past. No one knows exactly what lurks in Old Sharn. The ruins could contain ghosts or other undead, the vengeful spirits of the aberrant-marked people who took refuge in the fallen city
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Storehouse Level 5 Bastion Facility Prerequisite: None
Space: Roomy
Hirelings: 1
Order: Trade
A Storehouse is a cool, dark space meant to contain trade goods objects from the Trade Goods
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
the temples beneath the Sumber Hills. Below the ancient dwarven stronghold of Tyar-Besil is a deeper and even older maze of dark caverns — the Temple of the Elder Elemental Eye. This area consists of
investigation is to be done at this point; the cultists’ plans are clear. The big question is whether the characters can contain the damage. Time is pressing, and the party might have to make hard choices
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
the vision has the same dark dream whenever he or she takes a long rest. In the dream, the character is standing in the city during its fall and sees a skeletal figure walking alone through the dead
streets. He wears tattered robes and holds a skull-tipped staff, and his sunken eyes contain points of dead light. With each dream, the figure (Acererak) gets a little closer.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
. Domains Hold Darklords. Domains exist to contain and torment a villain. Though Darklords exert control over their domains, they are each tormented by a personal terror playing out in their realm
the most notorious Domains of Dread. CULTIVATING HOPE
In Ravenloft, the Dark Powers control reality, the Mists foil escape attempts, and terrifying Darklords can appear at any moment. What hope do
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Kalakeri Domain of Betrayal and Revenge Darklord: Ramya Vasavadan Genres: Gothic horror and dark fantasy Hallmarks: Monstrous leaders, family intrigue, war-torn nation Mist Talismans: Ornate but
and hatred. Kalakeri is a deceptively beautiful land of verdant rain forests and an idyllic web of rivers and lakes known as the Backwaters. Rare creatures and extraordinary magical plants are found






