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Out of the Abyss
. Surrounded by a moat fed by the River Styx, Naratyr is an eerily quiet and cold city, its streets often empty for hours at a time. The central castle of bone has interior walls of flesh and carpets made of
succeed on a DC 23 Wisdom saving throw or descend into a madness determined by the Madness of Orcus table. A creature that succeeds on this saving throw can’t be affected by this regional effect
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
Through the Sea Caves Skullport can be reached by traveling through a series of natural caverns and magical locks that stretch from the South Sea Caves on Waterdeep’s shore to the River Sargauth far
, merrows, and other aquatic creatures. The waters grow calmer as one travels deeper into the mountain, where a series of magic locks control the water level. Vessels descend hundreds of feet as they pass
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Observatory leads 9 miles back to Xoxotla. From there, it follows the Atialli River 18 miles to the shrine. At a normal pace, the journey takes a little over a day. As the characters travel, volcanic
events continue to rock the region. Consult the “Volcanic Threats” section earlier in the adventure for dangers that might occur. Additionally, at a point between the Xoxotla and the shrine, the characters come upon the aftermath of a battle.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
of mist and branches suddenly gives way to black clouds boiling far above. There is a clearing here, next to a river that widens to form a small lake several hundred feet across. Five colorful round
unbridled horses drink from the river.
The mournful strains of an accordion clash with the singing of several brightly clad figures around bonfire. A footpath continues beyond this encampment
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
Thebestys Outside the gate-towns, Thebestys is one of the largest settlements in the Outlands. Deserts and marshes compete for dominance around the walled city, situated near the banks of the River
within the endless repository can prove futile—some creatures die of old age in between its bookshelves only to continue their hunt as petitioners. More often, planar powers of knowledge come to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
. It suggests the characters take the south passage to the river, then follow the current down to Wyllowwood (level 5). It’s happy to let them descend to lower levels of Undermountain, for it plans to
15. Slippery Slope Stench. A rotting stench fills this 30-foot-high cavern.
Slimy Corpses. The slime-coated floor slopes toward an underground river. Lying in the slime are the putrid corpses of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
The Sinkhole The stream that flows through the Glitterhame descends through the chasm in area 25 to an even lower level of caverns—the Sinkhole. Here it joins a subterranean river that traverses dark
its submerged areas, using the river as a back door to its lair. A narrow staircase winds down along the chasm walls until reaching bottom, where it offers access to area 28. Map 2.4: The Sinkhole
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Princeps Kovik This particularly cruel chain devil commanded the Nine Hells’ 8th Infantry Legion, “Terror Incarnate,” which was crushed on the banks of the River Styx by the demon lord Kostchtchie
. The Eighth Remnant The Eighth Remnant chases down any potential source of soul coins. Targets who give up their soul coins freely are allowed to continue on their way without further harassment
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
. The conch you seek is close to her.”
“The great river” refers to the Dessarin River. The hill giant den lies along one of its eastern tributaries. When the characters are ready to head there, continue
the chosen foe: Chief Guh
“Travel south over tree, hill, and vale. Let the great river be your guide. There, on one of its eastern arms, you’ll find Grudd Haug — the den of the hill giant chief
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Falls Clearing As the characters approach the series of waterfalls, read the following description: A gradually increasing roar drowns out the rain forest sounds long before the river turns
, revealing a series of parallel waterfalls cascading from a ridge that runs alongside the river. A chain of sparsely forested islands lies along the far side of the river opposite the base of the falls
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
largest level of Khundrukar, the Glitterhame is an expanse of beautiful natural caverns now infested by troglodytes and other cave-dwelling monsters. The Sinkhole. Streams in the Glitterhame descend to
an underground river, which runs through a corner of the caverns forgotten by the denizens above. The Foundry. Beyond the Glitterhame lies a complex of chambers and passageways carved by Durgeddin’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Westbridge (80 miles) Travel southeast along the Stone Trail from Westbridge to the Stone Bridge, then continue east to Beliard (80 miles) Follow the Dessarin Road south from Beliard for about forty
much more dangerous and direct route through rugged, hilly terrain: They travel south from Yartar, through the Dessarin Hills, to the Stone Trail, staying west of the Dessarin River (110 miles) They
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
questions the characters might ask and Keliphron’s answers: Who Are You? “I’m a Bag of Holding imbued with sentience. Rescue me and I’m yours!” Where Are You? “If you continue on your present course, you
will find a shimmering crystal bridge spanning the river that runs through the canyon. The bridge leads to the entrance of the dragon’s subterranean lair, deep within the canyon wall.” Who Is Argus
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
violent actions such as damming a river, clear-cutting a forest, or slaughtering pixies draw the Gardener’s ire. The Gardener demands an explanation for transgressions worthy of their attention, and if
amend their behavior. If the characters continue to be a problem, the Gardener forcibly ejects them from the garden, teleporting the characters to the mouth of the Cave of Echoes. If the characters later return to the garden, its residents advise them to tread lightly.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
the rift closed off, the Pit of Hatred might continue to be a lurking threat. With the seal restored, the evil beyond is left to fester — frustrated and perhaps seeking ways to break free, stronger and
more deliberate than before. Above all, the question remains: what is the source of the rift’s evil? Perhaps the characters will return to the pit as more accomplished adventurers, seeking some way to descend the vent, find out what presence is down there, and destroy it once and for all.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
characters descend to the floor, read: You stand shin-deep in sewer water, in a dimly lit tunnel. There’s a raised walkway on either side that gets you out of the smelly, muck-filled water. Small
walkways by succeeding on a DC 10 Wisdom (Perception) check. After finding the prints, they can continue to track them through the sewer tunnels by succeeding on a DC 15 Wisdom (Survival) check. For
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
citadel, now a tumbled-down ruin. A tunnel has been opened at the base of the ruined citadel. Crude, torchlit steps descend into the earth.
The ten veterans guarding the tunnel entrance are loyal to
town. Near Ironbed Grotto’s easily found entrance, an underground river winds through the caverns, eventually feeding the fountain in area X6. The cave network is devoid of town guards, but monsters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Orcus’s Lair Orcus makes his lair in the fortress city of Naratyr, which is on Thanatos, the layer of the Abyss that he rules. Surrounded by a moat fed by the River Styx, Naratyr is an eerily quiet
spends at least 1 hour within 1 mile of the lair, that creature must succeed on a DC 23 Wisdom saving throw or descend into a madness determined by the Madness of Orcus table. A creature that succeeds
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
Orcus’s Lair Orcus makes his lair in the fortress city of Naratyr, which is on Thanatos, the layer of the Abyss that he rules. Surrounded by a moat fed by the River Styx, Naratyr is an eerily quiet
least 1 hour within 1 mile of the lair, that creature must succeed on a DC 23 Wisdom saving throw or descend into a madness determined by the Madness of Orcus table. A creature that succeeds on this
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
conflict between demons and devils known as the Blood War. Next on Zariel’s list of cities is Elturel’s neighbor, Baldur’s Gate. The characters can be the heroes who descend into Avernus, save Elturel
After befriending a hollyphant named Lulu, the characters help survivors in Elturel, a city anchored by chains above the River Styx on the first layer of the Nine Hells, and search for Grand Duke
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
(Mis)Fortune Once the battle is over, the characters continue the voyage to the Greypeak Mountains, following up on the information gained in the Horn Enclave vault. The mysterious wizard, Lottie, is
— and that it is completely destroyed. Most of its buildings are empty shells and piles of wreckage. Looming beyond the town is a large, dark cavern. A narrow river winds down from the mountain and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
2 Lizardfolk Swamp 3 Spy’s Campsite 4 Sword Ferns Flock of Stirges Your journey halts at a narrow creek bed stained with blood. Near the shore, a giant river rat lies dead in the mud. The carcass
Jelusic Three Stirges descend on the characters. These bloodthirsty creatures can’t be reasoned with; the Hostile stirges fight to the death.
Stacey Allan & William Doyle Map: Fens (Flock of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
resistance to their goals, heedless of consequences that don’t affect them. There are many theories about why it is called the Blood War, but I believe it is because the branches of the River Styx act like
get involved in such a quest, either as unwitting pawns or as an independent force pursuing its own ends. SAILING THE STYX
The River Styx frustrates every attempt to map it or predict its course
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
be quite sudden—or to give them a way to continue engaging in the quest while their companions attempt to bring them back to life. These interludes can be played as brief scenes where the player of
featuring a hero’s soul descending into the Underworld, crossing the Tartyx River, and being guided—or dragged—to the ward which awaits them might create that satisfying conclusion. Consider memorable
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
illicit hunters, as well as any intruders who might bring danger upon the polis. Cypress Gates. A natural gap between two mountains on the west side of the Sperche River provides access into the
worthy mortals, blessing them with the long lives of mighty trees. The grown seedlings of Nikaia and Nylea’s other favored continue to share their wisdom and protect Setessa to this day.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
horrific fate. If Zariel is redeemed, she turns the death knight to dust, letting his soul rest at last. If the Charisma (Persuasion) check succeeds, continue with “Zariel’s Redemption” below. If the
new ruler (see “Ruling Avernus”). If the characters return with Elturel to the Material Plane, read or paraphrase the following: The Chionthar River shines like a golden road stretching from Elturel to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
speak that language, it switches to Elvish, and if no one responds again, it tries heavily accented, pidgin Common. It assures them that they are on the right track, and they must continue following the
river of gold until they reach the castle in the sky. Sadly, their path will be filled with hardship and blood. To aid them, it offers the character a +1 longbow. The bow appears on the ground before
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
speak that language, it switches to Elvish, and if no one responds again, it tries heavily accented, pidgin Common. It assures them that they are on the right track, and they must continue following the
river of gold until they reach the castle in the sky. Sadly, their path will be filled with hardship and blood. To aid them, it offers the character a +1 longbow. The bow appears on the ground before
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
location of the Court of Orestes is lost to history, but ancient tales hint that it lies along the Khystonos River. This narrow river is about three days’ travel away from any of the poleis. Normally such
omens, and that Phenax is a particularly dangerous enemy to make. If the threat of divine vengeance isn’t enough to encourage them to continue, Khea offers the party 200 gp per character to collect
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
the aboleth or the kuo-toa archpriest and return to her with proof of its demise, Melith promises to furnish them with a raft that they can use to navigate the underground river and continue their
suggests a temporary — but mutually beneficial — alliance. Melith knows that the only route between this level of Undermountain and the next one down is the underground river. If the characters slay
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
locations assumes the characters can see what’s around them. M1. Tool Room Rough-hewn steps descend 60 feet before ending just north of this chamber. Racks holding picks and hammers are nailed to the
(1 gp)
96–99 Acorn-sized tourmaline, flawed (10 gp)
00 Acorn-sized tourmaline, unflawed (100 gp)
M3. River Cavern Characters hear the sound of rushing water as they approach this cave
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
raise or lower the portcullis. The bandits posted in this area operate the mechanisms to let people into or out of the castle. The stairs in this room descend to area K2. The doors lead out onto the wall
river laps just beneath the arrow slits of the tower.
Three Crushing Wave reavers and a fathomer named Reash (see chapter 7 for both) occupy this tower. Reash is in command and does most of the talking
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
gatehouse faces the river, on the shore of which are four rowboats tied to a wooden post.
Scattered around the fort are piles of charred human corpses and flayed animal carcasses swarming with flies
rest to rot. A handful of warriors of the Order of the Gauntlet escaped the undead onslaught against Camp Righteous by retreating up the River Soshenstar toward the Aldani Basin. Three days later, they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
and posts supporting a rectangular slab roughly four feet wide and six feet high.
The water here is roughly 30 feet wide and 2 feet deep. Though the river can be easily forded, the shallow waters
the floor, as well as stairs that descend to the east. A stone slab blocks the way to the north.
The mosaics here once depicted the feats of Orestes, a scoundrel-hero who devoted his life to Phenax
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
the weird stuff in the river making the fish inedible. We volunteered to investigate.
Russell: So we set out and followed the river upstream. At the first fork, we met a treant named Borogrove who
forest. Dry leaves rustle under your feet. You’re still beside the stream, which looks murky and unwholesome beneath the shadowy trees. What do you want to do now?
Russell (as Shreeve): We continue