branches before driven carved rune

Staff of the Rooted Hills

Magic Items Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

The hill rune is carved into this gnarled wooden staff. The staff magically resizes to match the height of any creature that attunes to it. The staff can be wielded as a magic quarterstaff that

spectral vines until the start of your next turn. Invoking the Rune. As an action, you can invoke the staff’s rune to cast either hold person (save DC 12) or speak with plants with the staff

Ring of Amity

Magic Items Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

This ring is carved from hematite and bears an engraving of the friend rune. When you first attune to this ring, you can touch one willing creature and form a magical bond between the two of you

the Rune. When the bonded creature hits a target with an attack roll, you can use your reaction to invoke the ring’s rune if you are within 60 feet of the bonded creature. The bonded creature

Rune Knight

Classes Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

Rune Knights enhance their martial prowess using the supernatural power of runes, an ancient practice that originated with giants. Rune cutters can be found among any family of giants, and you likely

learned your methods first or second hand from such a mystical artisan. Whether you found the giant’s work carved into a hill or cave, learned of the runes from a sage, or met the giant in

Rune Knight (TCoE)

Classes Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

Rune Knights enhance their martial prowess using the supernatural power of runes, an ancient practice that originated with giants. Rune cutters can be found among any family of giants, and you likely

learned your methods first or second hand from such a mystical artisan. Whether you found the giant’s work carved into a hill or cave, learned of the runes from a sage, or met the giant in

Vampire Spawn Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

vampire takes 20 acid damage when it ends its turn in running water. Stake to the Heart. The vampire is destroyed if a piercing weapon made of wood is driven into its heart while it is incapacitated in

increase in the populations of bats, rats, and wolves in the region. Plants within 500 feet of the lair wither, and their stems and branches become twisted and thorny. Shadows cast within 500 feet

Skabatha Nightshade

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

the past, another reflects the present, and the third reflects the future. These hags are utter wickedness distilled into corporeal forms, driven by a lust for secrets that can be used to manipulate

adopted daughter, surpassed them in power and carved out a Feywild domain for herself in the guise of an archfey named Zybilna. The hags wormed their way into Iggwilv’s good graces, biding their time

Endelyn Moongrave

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

reflects the present, and the third reflects the future. These hags are utter wickedness distilled into corporeal forms, driven by a lust for secrets that can be used to manipulate their prey. Skabatha

, surpassed them in power and carved out a Feywild domain for herself in the guise of an archfey named Zybilna. The hags wormed their way into Iggwilv’s good graces, biding their time until they could

Staff of the Forgotten One

Magic Items Tomb of Annihilation

This crooked staff is carved from bone and topped with the skull of a forgotten archmage whom Acererak destroyed long ago. Etched into the skull’s forehead is Acererak’s rune, which is

, remove curse, or similar spell ends the curse on the target. The Forgotten One. The bodiless life force of a dead archmage empowers the staff and is imprisoned within it. The rune carved into the

Bavlorna Blightstraw

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

time: one reflects the past, another reflects the present, and the third reflects the future. These hags are utter wickedness distilled into corporeal forms, driven by a lust for secrets that can be

Yaga’s adopted daughter, surpassed them in power and carved out a Feywild domain for herself in the guise of an archfey named Zybilna. The hags wormed their way into Iggwilv’s good graces

Vampire Warrior Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

from one of the occupants. Harmed by Running Water. The vampire takes 20 acid damage if it ends its turn in running water. Stake to the Heart. If a piercing weapon made of wood is driven into the

of the following effects: There's a noticeable increase in the populations of bats, rats, and wolves in the region. Plants within 500 feet of the lair wither, and their stems and branches become

Shield Guardian Amulet

Magic Items Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

The amulet is a 4-inch-wide disk composed of silver-framed wood, with a rune carved into its face. A detect magic spell reveals a magical aura of enchantment around the amulet. Every shield

Vampire Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

water. Stake to the Heart. If a piercing weapon made of wood is driven into the vampire’s heart while the vampire is incapacitated in its resting place, the vampire is paralyzed until the stake is

noticeable increase in the populations of bats, rats, and wolves in the region. Plants within 500 feet of the lair wither, and their stems and branches become twisted and thorny. Shadows cast within 500 feet

Vampire Spellcaster Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

from one of the occupants. Harmed by Running Water. The vampire takes 20 acid damage if it ends its turn in running water. Stake to the Heart. If a piercing weapon made of wood is driven into the

effects: There's a noticeable increase in the populations of bats, rats, and wolves in the region. Plants within 500 feet of the lair wither, and their stems and branches become twisted and thorny

Goliath Legacy

Species Elemental Evil Player's Companion

goliath, and fewer still can claim friendship with them. Goliaths wander a bleak realm of rock, wind, and cold. Their bodies look as if they are carved from mountain stone and give them great

the responsibility to earn a place in the tribe or die trying. Driven Competitors Every day brings a new challenge to a goliath. Food, water, and shelter are rare in the uppermost mountain reaches. A

Lhammaruntosz

Monsters Sleeping Dragon’s Wake

of metallic dragons, in a cliff overlooking the sea. The shrine’s face is carved in Lhammaruntosz’s likeness and includes quarters for the rest of the Scaly Eye and a magic statue of

Bahamut, which the dragon can use to commune with the deity. In recent decades Lhammaruntosz has retreated inside the shrine, becoming reclusive due to a attack by a disguised demon which has driven her

Arasta

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

; petty rivalries, Arasta was once one of Nylea’s most beloved dryad companions. Phenax’s bitterness saw her transformed into an arachnid monstrosity and driven into the darkest depths of the

it a risk, though, for those who Klothys finds unworthy might be driven mad. There, within Enorasi’s hollow trunk, Arasta awaits the next would-be prophet to make her meal. Her webs stretch

Zorak Lightdrinker

Monsters Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

acid damage if he ends his turn in running water. Stake to the Heart. If a piercing weapon made of wood is driven into Zorak's heart while he is incapacitated in his resting place, Zorak is paralyzed

stems and branches become twisted and thorny. Shadows cast within 500 feet of the lair seem abnormally gaunt and sometimes move as though alive. A creeping fog clings to the ground within 500 feet of the

Dwarf Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

ye in trouble if I came out an’ looked for ye!” — R. A. Salvatore, The Crystal Shard Kingdoms rich in ancient grandeur, halls carved into the roots of mountains, the echoing of

up the adventuring life might be motivated by a desire for treasure—for its own sake, for a specific purpose, or even out of an altruistic desire to help others. Other dwarves are driven by the

9. Hidden Rune

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

flank a stone double door engraved with a giant letter H. If their handles are tugged, the double doors fly open, revealing a stone wall with a giant elder rune carved into it (see “Elder Runes”). Draw

9. Hidden Rune This 20-foot-high chamber shows signs of past extravagance. It has the following features: Chasm. The floor to the north gives way to a chasm and a hot, bubbling pool of lava 30 feet

Giants and Magic

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

surface holds. For example, a storm rune carved into a stone might allow the stone’s possessor to control the weather. The same rune carved into door or chest might deal thunder damage to anyone who opens it.

consequence, it’s a path rarely taken. The exception is rune magic. Giants are drawn to the solidity and permanence of magical runes. Stone giants are great practitioners of rune carving, both because of the

Rune Carver

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

Rune Carver What we call rune magic is the palest imitation of Annam’s creative work. He shaped worlds from the primal elements; we struggle to bind the merest scraps of elemental power into the

mystic shapes of our runes. —Diancastra You’ve dedicated your life to studying runecraft. Whether you were taught by a master rune carver or learned by poring over ancient engravings, you can tap into

10. Mad Mage's Puzzle

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

10. Mad Mage’s Puzzle Indentation. A 4-inch-deep, 8-foot-wide, 10-foot-long rectangular indentation is carved into the floor of this 20-foot-high cavern. Jigsaw Pieces. A loose pile of carved

, painted stones stands near the south wall. The pile contains ninety-nine chunks of stone, each weighing 25 pounds and carved in the shape of a jigsaw puzzle piece. The pieces form an image of Halaster

What Dwells Here?

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

What Dwells Here? A Waterdavian noble family driven into exile long ago has carved out a home for itself on this level.

Blackstaff

Magic Items Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

The Blackstaff is a sentient, rune-carved staff set with thin silver veins. It is the symbol of office for the Blackstaff, the highest-ranking wizard in Waterdeep. As the rightful owner of the

24. Potion Brewery

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

. Tucked under the table is a wooden crate with Halaster’s personal rune burned into its sides. Demilich. Floating behind the table is a demilich that looks like a human skull with a jagged crack that

driven the demilich insane, and it attacks anyone other than Halaster. Although powerful wards prevent the demilich from leaving Halaster’s tower, the tower is not considered its lair. Consequently

27. Arch Gate to Level 4

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

27. Arch Gate to Level 4 Embedded in the south wall is an archway with six shallow, empty niches carved into it. The wall inside the arch is carved with a stylized image of a mountain with a sun

. Characters must be 8th level or higher to pass through this gate (see “Jhesiyra Kestellharp”). The first creature to pass through the gate triggers an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”). A creature that

Gates

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

the gates in Undermountain are arch gates. Mirror Gate. This gate consists of a wall-mounted mirror, ovoid or rectangular, encased in a carved stone frame. The mirror is 10 feet tall and 5 feet wide

. Elder Runes on Gates When a gate opens, a random elder rune appears within its vertical plane. Draw a card from the Elder Runes Deck to determine which rune appears. Halaster usually has the rune

Rune Knight

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

Rune Knight You’re researching ancient arts and drawing runes. It’s okay to just say you want to be a witch! Tasha Rune Knights enhance their martial prowess using the supernatural power of runes

, an ancient practice that originated with giants. Rune cutters can be found among any family of giants, and you likely learned your methods first or second hand from such a mystical artisan. Whether

12. Dwarven Tools

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

Embedded in the wall at the end of the westward hallway is an arch gate (see “Gates”). Close inspection reveals the image of a dead tree carved into its keystone. The rules of this gate are as follows

pass through the gate triggers an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”). A creature that passes through the gate appears in area 3b on level 5, in the closest unoccupied space next to the identical gate located there.

24. Arch Gate to Level 2

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

”). Carved into the arch gate’s keystone is an image of a rust monster. The rules of this gate are as follows: Touching the arch with a nonmagical item made entirely of ferrous metal (such as an iron

through the gate triggers an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”). A creature that passes through the gate appears in area 20c on level 2, in the closest unoccupied space next to the identical gate located there.

16. Arch Gate to Level 15

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

16. Arch Gate to Level 15 Ceiling. This chamber soars to a height of 30 feet. Arch. A stone arch set into the south wall is decorated with gold-inlaid images of dragons in flight. Carved into the

wall above the arch are the following words in Draconic: “Only a dragon can unlock this gate.” Fountains. Alcoves to the west and east contain stone fountains, each carved to look like a perched

6. Annam's Temple

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

archway is 40 feet wide and 40 feet tall. Six different runes are carved into it, each one inlaid with mithral, and a glowing mist fills the arch. Niches in the walls on either side of it contain empty

. The giants who carved the statue had no clue what Annam looked like, and they dared not misrepresent him. The six smaller statues depict the sons of Annam, who are listed in the table Giant Statues and

Monastery

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

monastery, and where is it located? Did attending it contribute to your experience in an unusual or distinctive way? Monasteries d6 Monastery 1 Your monastery is carved out of a mountainside, where

it looms over a treacherous pass. 2 Your monastery is high in the branches of an immense tree in the Feywild. 3 Your monastery was founded long ago by a cloud giant and is inside a cloud castle that

16. Arch Gate to Level 7

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

16. Arch Gate to Level 7 Embedded in the north wall of this 10-foot-high cave is a stone arch. Carved into its keystone is a picture of a hand clutching a lit torch. The arch is one of Halaster’s

(see “Jhesiyra Kestellharp”). The first creature to pass through the gate triggers an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”). A creature that passes through the gate appears in area 29 on level 7, in the closest unoccupied space next to the identical gate located there.

15. Standing Gate to Level 17

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

15. Standing Gate to Level 17 Rising out of a 2-foot-deep pool of ooze is a pair of 15-foot-tall standing stones topped with a lintel, carved into which is a symbol of an arrow. The standing stones

pass through this gate (see “Jhesiyra Kestellharp”). The first creature to pass through the gate triggers an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”). A creature that passes through the gate appears in area 8b on level 17, in the closest unoccupied space next to the identical gate located there.

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