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Sage
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can obtain it. Usually, this information comes from a library, scriptorium, university, or a sage or other learned person or creature. Your DM might rule that the knowledge you seek is secreted away in
Characteristics
Sages are defined by their extensive studies, and their characteristics reflect this life of study. Devoted to scholarly pursuits, a sage values knowledge highly—sometimes in its own right
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
: RESEARCHER
When you attempt to learn or recall a piece of lore, if you do not know that information, you often know where and from whom you can obtain it. Usually, this information comes from a
involved, have a strong chance of knowing who is.
Suggested Characteristics
Sages are defined by their extensive studies, and their characteristics reflect this life of study. Devoted to
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
unidentifiable as your true self. By removing your disguise and revealing your true face, you are no longer identifiable as your persona. This allows you to change appearances between your two personalities as
comes to us all eventually.
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I never make eye contact or hold it unflinchingly.
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I have no sense of humor. Laughing is uncomfortable and embarrassing.
4
I overexert myself
Barbarian
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of his drow foe, then turns to drive his armored elbow into the gut of another.
These barbarians, different as they might be, are defined by their rage: unbridled, unquenchable, and unthinking fury
character, think about where your character comes from and his or her place in the world. Talk with your DM about an appropriate origin for your barbarian. Did you come from a distant land, making you a
Warlock
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, hags, and alien entities of the Far Realm, warlocks piece together arcane secrets to bolster their own power. Sworn and Beholden A warlock is defined by a pact with an otherworldly being. Sometimes the
that are not fiendish. Sometimes a traveler in the wilds comes to a strangely beautiful tower, meets its fey lord or lady, and stumbles into a pact without being fully aware of it. And sometimes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Area of Effect The descriptions of many spells and other features specify that they have an area of effect, which typically has one of six shapes. These shapes are defined elsewhere in this glossary
obstruction must provide Total Cover. See also “Cover.” If the creator of an area of effect places it at an unseen point and an obstruction—such as a wall—is between the creator and that point, the point of origin comes into being on the near side of the obstruction.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
Sorcerer Practice and study are for amateurs. True power is a birthright.
— Hennet, scion of Tiamat
When it comes to drawing forth their abilities in times of need, sorcerers have it easy
less magically gifted contemporaries. Sorcerers are often defined by the events surrounding the manifestation of their power. For those who receive it as an expected birthright, its appearance is a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Area of Effect The descriptions of many spells and other features specify that they have an area of effect, which typically has one of six shapes. These shapes are defined elsewhere in this glossary
obstruction must provide Total Cover. See also “Cover.” If the creator of an area of effect places it at an unseen point and an obstruction—such as a wall—is between the creator and that point, the point of origin comes into being on the near side of the obstruction.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
. They are faded and difficult to read.
The bone harpsichord has been enchanted to play on its own but stops when a living creature comes within 10 feet of it. A detect magic spell reveals an aura of
away, revealing the treasure (see “Treasure” below). On a failed check, the performer must make a DC 15 Constitution saving throw. If the saving throw fails, the performer takes 22 (4d10) necrotic
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Lost Memories When revealing lost memories, cultivate the disquiet that comes with vivid recollections out of sync with a character’s history. The scenes on the Suppressed Memories table include
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fated Flight of the Recluse
how to resume control of the Recluse. Kreffik is clever and understands that ethics and principles serve only as obstacles to academic pursuits. He has few reservations about lying when it comes to
for trying to hijack the Recluse, but a character that takes the Search action and makes a successful DC 15 Wisdom (Insight) check discerns that he’s hiding something. Kreffik comes clean and offers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
tarnished silver platter with a lid (worth 25 gp). If a character comes within 5 feet of the servant, it lifts the lid, revealing a bunch of moldy scones. The first character to eat a scone gains
, their cracked and bloodstained lips open wide, revealing sharp fangs. These minions of Strahd—former adventurers all—creep along ceilings and drop down on unsuspecting prey. The vampire spawn fight
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
will join, based on the character’s alignment and whether they opened the scroll before delivering it. Don’t share this with the character immediately—Wyhan’s estimation comes up later in their
the Mages of High Sorcery she thinks the character is suited to (revealing her prediction from the previous section). She agrees to contact her fellow Mages of High Sorcery and petition for the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
. “Ispin left this for all of you,” she explains. “But it comes with a condition. Since he won’t be attending the Kingfisher Festival this year, he wanted you all to participate for him. Specifically
.”
Becklin smiles at the memory as she opens the box, revealing a round green shield.
The box contains Ispin’s signature shield, a +1 shield carved with a scarred broadleaf tree and painted a mossy green
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Supernatural Gifts Most heroes of Theros have some kind of supernatural aid to help them achieve their goals. Often this aid comes from the gods, but some heroes might find their support from other
my strength when I rest on it. (Durable)
The stars of Nyx are never hidden from my sight, revealing their secrets to my eyes. (Keen Mind)
I hear the echoes of the gods’ speech in every mortal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
hungry eyes.
The double door at the northern end of the hall stands open, revealing a vast chamber beyond. Swathed in shadows at the back of this large chamber towers a massive statue of a goatish
, he emerges from the secret door in the back of the statue in area T13 and comes to join the fray, trusting that the adventurers are the heroes he’s been waiting for. Meanwhile, the zombies continue
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
, revealing a small room and staircase leading 200 feet up the cliffside into the central chamber (area F3). Kas comes and goes from this entrance when he doesn’t use the ventilation holes. F3: Central
forces were routed due to Camlash’s defeat, the four driders are gone but the citadel spider remains to stubbornly bash at the bunker. It attacks anyone who comes near. The dented metal door doesn’t
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
comes from a library, scriptorium, university, or a sage or other learned person or creature. Your DM might rule that the knowledge you seek is secreted away in an almost inaccessible place, or that
it simply cannot be found. Unearthing the deepest secrets of the multiverse can require an adventure or even a whole campaign. Suggested Characteristics Sages are defined by their extensive studies
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
, thus easily fulfilled by his minions. Mogis wants to unmake the world through savagery. Let every polis fall and the works of mortals burn—everything comes to ruin in time, and Mogis believes that
. Divine Relationships Mogis’s existence is defined by his eternal struggle against his twin brother, Iroas. (Only a handful of contradictory myths address the parentage of these gods, but they are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
or recall a piece of lore, if you do not know that information, you often know where and from whom you can obtain it. Usually, this information comes from a library, scriptorium, university, or a sage
of the multiverse can require an adventure or even a whole campaign. Suggested Characteristics Sages are defined by their extensive studies, and their characteristics reflect this life of study
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
longswords and heavy crossbows. A militia of five hundred residents can be mustered to take up the defense of the town if it comes under attack. The militia members have undergone minimal training, since
cause up to 50 gp in property damages are classified as petty crimes. The accused pays a fine of 2d6 gp, or one day of hard labor per gold piece owed. Minor Crime. Armed assault, defined as any
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
bearer holding colors aloft in the midst of battle, and the exultation that comes after a hard-won victory. Iroas pushes his followers to excel in their chosen fields, particularly war and athletics, and
axe. Iroas pushes his followers to be ready at all times to meet conflict head-on. Divine Relationships Iroas is defined by his opposition to his twin brother, Mogis. Although both love battle, Iroas
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
eyes are in place, they disappear and the door grinds open and remains open henceforth. 44B. Inside the Vault When the door opens, read: The vault door grinds upward, revealing a domed, candlelit room
. When an untethered creature is shoved or otherwise moved across the floor, it travels in one direction and does not stop until it comes into contact with a wall or other barrier. The alcoves contain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
silver orb is a valuable art object worth 500 gp. Oversized Key This gold key is 4 feet long and weighs 100 pounds. One round after it is removed from the sword stand, it comes to life, revealing itself
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
within an organization comes with certain benefits, as defined by you. A character of low rank might gain access to a reliable contact and adventure leads, a safe house, or a trader willing to offer a
. With each rank of piety gained, a character can pray for divine favor once per day. This favor usually comes in the form of a cleric spell like bless. The favor often comes with a sign of the divine
Magic Items
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properties. Roll for each of these properties on the Infernal Machine Properties table. To keep things interesting, the DM might roll secretly for detrimental properties, revealing those properties only
make an Intelligence check or use divination magic to learn something about a creature, that knowledge comes with added trivia of the DM’s devising.
05
You emanate a weak magnetic aura
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
when it comes to running Port Nyanzaru, so unless a meeting is being held to discuss city business, the delay is just a tactic to underscore who’s in charge. If the characters have interesting news
Chult. Business begins before the sun comes up, and dealing doesn’t stop until well after darkness edges across the city. It’s a noisy, jostling, aroma-rich circus. Guards are numerous, but less
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
removing your disguise and revealing your true face, you are no longer identifiable as your persona. This allows you to change appearances between your two personalities as often as you wish, using one to
do everything for those who were taken from me.
Faceless Flaws d6 Flaw
1 I am callous about death. It comes to us all eventually.
2 I never make eye contact or hold it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
area around the point where it is assigned, stopping draconic raids in that area. Setup: Xonthal’s Tower At the summit, information comes to the characters revealing that a senior member of the Cult of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
keyhole is real. The jade key found in area 53 can be used to unlock the relief and swing it open, revealing the crawlway. The lock can also be picked with a successful DC 21 Dexterity check made by a
hallway comes to a dead end 15 feet beyond the purple drape. A six-foot-tall statue of a leering four-armed gargoyle stands against the back wall. One of its arms has broken off and lies on the floor
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
themselves stymied by your disguise. Upon donning a disguise and behaving as your persona, you are unidentifiable as your true self. By removing your disguise and revealing your true face, you are no longer
. 6 I do everything for those who were taken from me. Faceless Flaws d6 Flaw 1 I am callous about death. It comes to us all eventually. 2 I never make eye contact or hold it unflinchingly. 3 I have
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
apparitions intone ancient words in Giant, causing Reggaryarva to fade away as his throne rises 30 feet into the air, revealing a hidden staircase that descends to area J2. If she is present, Yselm Bloodfang
alphabet: Snatch a scale from a sleeping wyrm;
Against the blowing wind, stand firm.
Climb a mountain with a stone in your shoe;
On little feet, death comes for you.
Be the arrow that starts the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
the lid of the sarcophagus glows brightly for an instant. Then the sarcophagus comes open partway, and the bound prisoners howl in agony. Even after the evil yuan-ti notice the characters, their
the malisons are a chime of opening and a lantern of revealing (which they use as a precaution against invisible enemies). After the malison strikes the chime for the first time, the item has 5 uses
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
-radius area around the point where it is assigned, stopping draconic raids in that area. Setup: Xonthal’s Tower At the summit, information comes to the characters revealing that a senior member of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
buttons on the sarcophagus lid have been pressed, read: The stone sarcophagus turns to transparent crystal, revealing a mummified monkey-like creature within. Clutched in its desiccated claws is a
the Nine Gods (but see "Lost Treasures"). Wongo’s Spirit. Wongo’s spirit is bound to the mace. If the mace hits or otherwise comes into contact with any character, Wongo’s spirit tries to inhabit that






