both both defending comfort realm

Reach for the Stars

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

Reach for the Stars An Adventure for 3rd-Level Characters Markos Delphi’s curiosity has taken a tragic turn. A Far Realm entity called Krokulmar has taken control of Markos, compelling him to commit

is close to accomplishing Krokulmar’s goal. Acquiring The Celestial Codex is the primary goal of this adventure, but the characters also have a chance to free Markos from the Far Realm entity’s control

Treefolk

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lorwyn: First Light

facial features. They begin life as ordinary trees, then gain sentience through an event called the Rising. It is said that treefolk are among the eldest creatures native to the realm of Lorwyn

of tree a treefolk might be and what its personality might be like. 1d4 The Treefolk Is… 1 An ash tree dedicated to defending the forest’s people in Lorwyn or the forest’s trees in Shadowmoor. 2 A

Background

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

period called the Passage of Vultures, raiders assailed the nation and kidnapped its people. Many of those captured escaped into the ocean to found a new aquatic realm called Janya. These escapees

Blackthrone Arts, sinister forces near the undersea city of Janya have roused the spirits defending this lost wisdom. Now these wayward souls travel far to find aid in their homeland, hoping to prevent their people’s ancient wisdom from being turned to wicked ends.

Using an Overarching Story

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

lies beyond the realm of a known enemy and forces them to navigate hostile territory. The characters could be pilgrims in search of a holy site or members of a secret order dedicated to defending the

The Emerald Enclave

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

. Some are charged with defending sacred glades and preserving the natural balance. At times, however, all members of the order are called together to combat foes great enough to disrupt or destroy

particular, they have tracked this corruption back to Zuggtmoy and Juiblex, with the demon lords both infecting different parts of the subterranean realm. The Emerald Enclave fights tirelessly against the

Nylea's Champions

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

Nylea’s Champions Nylea is one of the more active of the gods in the mortal realm, but she can’t be everywhere at once. Her heroes are her eyes, ears, and arrows on Theros, defending her interests

Paladin

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

is as fearsome as your heavy morals, and your healing ability, bonuses to saving throws, and lack of fear create a trifecta of comfort. Your natural leadership role also comes into play, as the

the risk of being mistaken for an enemy of the realm. 5 You made a deal with a fiendish creature to escape trouble or save another character’s life. Emissaries of this fiend appear occasionally

One for All: The Stronghold

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

existence, dwarves have carved out their strongholds underground for a variety of reasons. Their unmatched prowess in mining and stonework makes them ideal candidates to use the subterranean realm for

clan and stronghold are inextricably tied together — if one comes undone, the other fails as well. As such, defending the stronghold is a concern that the dwarves address even in the earliest stages

Citadel Felbarr

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

king of restored Gauntlgrym (after King Connerad was granted the honor of first kingship posthumously), but for most Felbarran dwarves, this honor is an empty comfort, because their beloved hero-king

are afraid she may run headlong into the wrong battle before the couple can provide the realm with an heir, and so they hope that King Morinn’s softer influence will help to temper her impetuous nature

Warforged Colossus

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

comfort a low priority, only minimal crew quarters are provided, and the inside has no kitchen or dining areas. Normal operating procedure called for the crew to exit the colossus at night and camp

twisted will, defending the interior of the colossus and giving voice and form to the docent’s otherwise disembodied intelligence. A Deadly Dungeon. House Cannith’s artisans lined the interior of each

Faerûn

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

wizards were able to use the raging blue fire that followed Mystra’s death to propel their nation safely into the realm of Toril’s twin, Abeir (displacing part of that world into the Plane of Shadow). Now

island redoubts. Tethyr. Tethyr is a feudal realm ruled by Queen Anais from its capital of Darromar. The queen commands her dukes, who in turn receive homage from the counts and countesses of the realm

On Board The Maverick

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

truth. The true culprit is an enigmatic group known as the Six. They seem to be linked to dark gods and the Far Realm. Dangerous stuff. The Six came into the possession of the far gear just over a

defending him when the Six operatives arrive — as they do only moments later. See “Operatives of the Six” below for more information on the fight with the mind flayer Szorrulax and its minions. Right

Camp Righteous

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

died defending it have either been buried by the second wave of templars (now at Camp Vengeance) or dragged away by jungle scavengers. When characters arrive, the camp is being watched by a party of

reached the far bank, Man asked, “How can I repay you?” Crocodile replied, “I wish to see the realm of Humans, but I fear to go there alone, because it teems with your brethren. You must carry me on your

Stage 1: The Dran & Courtier?

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

of days before the characters discovered the portal site, Splugoth accessed the extradimensional space and began the process of opening the portal. Energy from the Far Realm has infused several

Stain • Lord’s Favor • Little Dagger • Mother Tongue • Cold Comfort • Summer Gold • Widow’s Wake Reservation on Hold. The three people at the table nearest the door include Luna and Thalen (CG female

Stone Giants

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

to be in reality. A world of all-encompassing stone is a realm of permanence and solidity, one where a lifetime of laborious carving can last through countless eons. The surface world, with its

forced out from underground risks becoming lost in the realm of dreams, living ever after as a twisted version of its former self that the giants call a dreamwalker (see chapter 3 for more information on

The Greyhawk Setting

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

maintain strongholds along the border with Ket, most of their energy is spent defending against giants and dragons in the western mountains. The Watchers are sworn to an ascetic and disciplined code

public use of magic in situations that could harm people or property. Mysteries of Greyhawk Eastern Oerik is a realm of many mysteries, several of which are described below. Bat-Folk of Hepmonaland

Random Encounters

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

. The revenant is clad in tattered chain mail that affords the same protection as leather armor. The revenant was a knight of the Order of the Silver Dragon, which was annihilated defending the valley

, the will-o’-wisp becomes visible and joins the fray. Wolves This land is home to many wolves, their howls at the moment too close for comfort. Characters have a few minutes to steel themselves before

Harrowhall Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

party known as Fate’s Devout. Wielding divine magic, they traveled across the realm to carry out Istus’s will. They came to this keep because they heard it was holy to Istus, but Gremorly killed them. The

being surprised by the behir when it attacks. The behir fights to the death, defending its hunting grounds. 13: Library Three phase spiders lair in this room and attack any creature that enters. This

Ironslag: Lower Level

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

described as a boundless realm full of wonders, but her parents refuse to let her leave, and she’s furious at them. She has a low opinion of her younger brother, Zaltember. Eighteen-year-old Cinderhild

handmaidens, though they do nothing to comfort her. They are armed with longswords but don’t carry longbows. If the characters try to parley with Cinderhild, she demonstrates the impertinence and mood

Locations E - H

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

little too close to the Evermoors for most merchants’ comfort. Between Olostin’s Hold and Everlund, the trail passes through an area that used to be forest and is now full of tree stumps. Efforts to turn

remnant of a bygone realm. Although the region attracts many prospectors, no kingdom or civilization in recent history has been able to tame it. Hill giants, ettins, ogres, orcs, and trolls dwell here in

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