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Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
/day each: animal messenger, charm person, Tasha's hideous laughter
1/day each: bestow curse, dispel magic
“Taste the sweetness, breath for breath. Keep the balance, death for death.&rdquo
or otters scurrying through the undergrowth, to deliver messages to allies or rivals across the marsh. Some witches animate bundles of sticks and roots to do their errands about the marsh for them
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Reghed Glacier. The orb was recently stolen by Nass Lantomir, one of Vellynne’s rivals in the Arcane Brotherhood. Vellynne intends to get it back before resuming her quest to find Ythryn
’s blood on the title page. The tome contains the spells Vellynne has prepared plus the following additional spells: bestow curse, blindness/deafness, false life, find familiar, magic weapon, polymorph, protection from evil and good, remove curse, shield, and Tenser's floating disk.
Monsters
Candlekeep Mysteries
with her.Three Green Hag (Coven Variant);green hags named Dread Morgan, Vile Sazha, and Auntie Greenbones were once rivals who dwelled in an area of the Feywild coterminous with the High Forest. A
. The covetous hags each knew part of a ritual for crafting magic paintings that could bind mortal creatures with a terrible curse. After agreeing to share their knowledge and work together, they
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
rain from the sky in a beautiful but dangerous display. Rumors quickly spread that a crystal dragon is responsible.
3
A crystal dragon invites the greatest bards and philosophers to partake in
wyrmling has befriended a white dragon wyrmling. The wyrmlings’ parents, who are ancient rivals, regard the relationship with concern.
4
A crystal dragon wyrmling encourages nearby farmers to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Adventure Hooks If you’re not using Nafas as a group patron, consider the following ways to involve the characters in this adventure: Lost Light. A powerful curse plunges a nearby nation into strife
. Rumor claims the light of Daoud’s Wondrous Lanthorn (see appendix A) is the key to breaking the curse. A ruler who believes the lantern is in the Lost Caverns sends an agent to recruit the characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer
characters solve this problem by breaking the curse rather than killing the rivals, but either way, these foils no longer trouble the characters after they resolve this situation. (A rival group at these levels might consist of an Archmage, an Archpriest, a Spy Master, and a Warrior Commander.)
Rival Explorers Morgrave University teems with unscrupulous adventurers and researchers driven by avarice. Additionally, the university itself has academic rivals—the University of Wynarn in Aundair
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Radiant Citadel
Court of Whispers The denizens of the Court of Whispers barter for current knowledge. Heralds, criers, bards, and griots buy and sell information from the fifteen founding civilizations active in the
identify crisis points where their operatives are needed. Even common citizens might hire folk from the Court to find missing loved ones, locate lost family treasures, or gather information on rivals
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Court of Whispers The denizens of the Court of Whispers barter for current knowledge. Heralds, criers, bards, and griots buy and sell information from the fifteen founding civilizations active in the
identify crisis points where their operatives are needed. Even common citizens might hire folk from the Court to find missing loved ones, locate lost family treasures, or gather information on rivals
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
elementals Wondrous item No Bracers of defense Wondrous item Yes Brazier of commanding fire elementals Wondrous item No Cape of the mountebank Wondrous item No Censer of controlling air elementals Wondrous
teleportation Wondrous item Yes Horn of blasting Wondrous item No Horn of Valhalla (silver or brass) Wondrous item No Instrument of the bards (Canaith mandolin) Wondrous item Yes (bard) Instrument of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Curse of the Fire Witch Wiggan Nettlebee, miserly patriarch of the Nettlebee halfling family, amassed a fortune through shrewd trade and inheritance. When earth cultists first started to explore the
. Wiggan’s cult contacts helped remove a couple of his rivals, and assured him his wealth and influence could only increase as the cult ascended to power. Among the Nettlebees, Wiggan’s secret is known only
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
plans). His version of the apocalypse is not imminent, since Ras Nsi is distracted with fears of his own mortality. He has fallen victim to the death curse and is growing weaker by the day, and neither he
nor his yuan-ti priests have been able to ascertain the cause or find a remedy. As Ras Nsi’s power wanes, his rivals are preparing to dispose of him and continue their holy mission. Acererak promised
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
a way of life in this forested domain, with everyone from the bards of Skald to the actors of Emherst pursuing dazzling dreams. Here, the people live by a simple rule: never let an audience grow bored
mentor?
What do you use your talents, work, or travels to hide? Does insecurity or doubt drive you to excel? Did someone best you in your field of mastery? Does a vice, curse, or rumor color your
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
in complete control.
Upon one of the Dakra Isles, trespassers learn the truth behind the storied Curse of the Swine
(JAMES RYMAN) Island Inhabitants Any sort of people, from isolated societies
Theros dwells here—such as thri-kreen, yuan-ti, or another creature from the Monster Manual.
4 Rivals. Two settlements have turned the island into a war zone.
5 Prisoner. A powerful monster
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
city of Sharn, which is both the cultural heart of Breland and a nexus for intrigue and diplomacy. Bards have much to gain from the company of other bards, as they exchange news, stories, and songs
. For this purpose, long ago a group of the finest bards in Sharn founded the Circle of Song, an alliance of entertainers and adventurers. The Circle of Song is an informal organization, open to any
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
smoke blocks vision entirely, and creatures in the smoke are effectively blinded. Each brazier bowl contains dozens of tiny holes through which the smoke seeps. Liquid poured into a brazier drains
with pins or needles, the student it represents is blinded until the pins or needles are removed, or until a remove curse spell or similar magic is cast on that student. If the doll is stabbed through
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Battalion. This elite unit fought at the forefront of the Last War, and Brelish bards still sing of the exploits of Khandan the Hammer and Meira the Huntress. At the end of the war, the battalion was split
run both ways. Among the Redcloaks, tensions still run hot regarding their former rivals, particularly those from the following nations: Darguun. The hobgoblins of Darguun fought alongside Brelish
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
humanoid rather than reflecting the creature’s physical form. Sages postulate that the first perytons were humans transformed by a hideous curse or magical experiment, but bards tell a different tale
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume Four
Dunbarrow. It’s not uncommon to see ravens and bats flitting through the canopy, or cats or otters scurrying through the undergrowth, to deliver messages to allies or rivals across the marsh. Some witches
Charisma as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 16):
At will: mage armor (self only), prestidigitation
2/day each: animal messenger, charm person, Tasha’s hideous laughter
1/day each: bestow curse, dispel magic
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
. Nevertheless, business has been booming as drow celebrate the deaths of rivals. If you want a random encounter to occur as the characters make their way through the Duthcloim district, roll a d20 and
dos! (“Darkness take you!”), a common drow curse.
Ssussan! (“Light!”), another drow curse.
Xun izil dos phuul quarthen, lueth dro. (“Do as you are ordered, and live.”)
Lolth tlu malla. (“Lolth
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
demonic stone hand rises from the floor and clutches a three-foot-tall, three-foot-wide brazier. The hand has five fingers instead of four.
The stone hand merges seamlessly with the stone floor
. Spilling a few drops of Humanoid blood into the brazier causes the brazier’s coals to produce a hissing purple flame and oily, purplish smoke that reeks of offal. When Sythian summons the flame and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
bears a curse. Characters and monsters are built to face each other without the help of magic items, which means that having a magic item makes a character more powerful or versatile than a generic
the Armaments tables for Barbarians, Fighters, Paladins, and Rangers. Use the Implements tables for Bards, Monks, and Rogues. Use the Relics tables for Clerics and Druids. Feel free to vary the tables
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
their mettle is tested against orcs, ogres, frost giants, remorhazes, ice trolls, young white dragons, the treacherous mountain terrain, and the cruel indifference of nature. Bitter Rivals. Skytower
smiles and tests their mettle. Those who impress her with their fighting skills are bitten and become goliath werebears themselves—goliaths who carry Oyaminartok’s curse of lycanthropy. Contrary to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
fight goes badly for him, he surrenders. He offers his skeleton key and one piece of lore if he’s allowed to flee to the gatehouse. Curse of Fortune. High and low d20 results matter more in this area
) has command over two dread warriors (see appendix B) here. A shadow lurks at each pillar on the shrine of binding, for a total of four. Curse of Bloodlust. If combat occurs in this area, a creature
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
” section plays. R2: Crypts This long chamber blazes with violet flame. The walls are lined with alcoves, within which lie bodies wrapped in yellowed cloth. A brazier rests at the end of the hall. A
“Knight Sarlamir’s Curse” at the start of this section, along with the following information: When Jandin returned Sarlamir’s body to Kalaman, she twisted the truth, reporting Sarlamir died defending
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
known written copies have ever been reported. Only a privileged few non-dwarves have ever heard the Dirge in its entirety, and dwarf bards who want to perform this epic must demonstrate great skill in
the ballad. It is believed that, now that Emerus has gone to the Halls of Moradin, Grimtongue is preparing a stanza honoring his former liege as a hero who rivals the champions of Old Delzoun.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
claimed it.
2 Prismatic shards rain from the sky in a beautiful but dangerous display. Rumors quickly spread that a crystal dragon is responsible.
3 A crystal dragon invites the greatest bards
bandits to keep them safe.
3 A crystal dragon wyrmling has befriended a white dragon wyrmling. The wyrmlings’ parents, who are ancient rivals, regard the relationship with concern.
4 A
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 13):
At will: disguise self, friends, mage hand, minor illusion
1/day each: bestow curse, faerie fire, speak with animals
Twilight Sleep (2/Day
characters mention Madryck by name, the kenku ruffles her feathers and lets out a squawk, admitting that she and Madryck are rivals who happen to share the same patron (Zybilna). Each thinks the other is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
(1,250 gp), a figurine of wondrous power (bronze griffon), and a mace of terror. B11: Guard Room This small chamber is lit by a glowing brazier and furnished only with a pair of iron stools sitting next
hostile if the characters attempt to force their way to or from area B4. Secret Door. A pressure plate in the corner of the floor behind the brazier opens a secret door leading to area B12. B12: Secret
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
villains they face might have a similar origin. The chimera in the dungeon isn’t just a random beast but the product of a divine curse. Mythic Fantasy Conflicts. Conflicts like these highlight the themes
the ongoing feud after helping one side. Royal Rivals. The sudden death of a sovereign plunges a kingdom into chaos when the rightful heir is challenged and threatened by rivals. Scheming Adviser
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
The Fetid Gaze Three green hags named Dread Morgan, Vile Sazha, and Auntie Greenbones were once rivals who dwelled in an area of the Feywild coterminous with the High Forest. A decade ago, during a
each knew part of a ritual for crafting magic paintings that could bind mortal creatures with a terrible curse. After agreeing to share their knowledge and work together, they formed a coven dedicated to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
why it was cursed, or all trace of those who brought down the affliction might have been scoured away. Island Curses d6 Curse 1 When a creature dies on the island, its spirit rises as a specter
random place on their body. Only a remove curse spell or similar magic removes the scar. 6 When a creature that isn’t an inhabitant of the island completes a long rest there, it must succeed on a DC 15
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
(150 gp), and a mummified human head. F14. Zegdar’s Lair This cavern is festooned with dozens of burned human hands and reptilian claws fixed to the walls with iron nails. An iron brazier in the
-eyed creature cowers next to the brazier.
The minotaur is Zegdar, chief of the Emberhorn tribe. He has 117 hit points, wears a chain mail hauberk (AC 16), has an Intelligence score of 11, speaks
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Intelligence saving throw or be cursed. The curse lasts until it’s removed by a remove curse or greater restoration spell.
The cursed target suffers 1 level of exhaustion every 24 hours, and finishing
rivals. Relentless Schemers. Constantly jockeying for position, each tsucora hopes to be reincarnated as a more powerful servant of the Dreaming Dark. As such, their plans are as often focused on the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
form once the shadows are dealt with. H12. Curse of Hunger This twenty-foot-high cavern tapers to a dead end. A dozen human skeletons sheathed in frost lie on the uneven floor, but their skulls
one level of exhaustion. The saving throw must be repeated every hour until the creature succeeds or dies, or until the effect is ended on that creature by magic that can remove a curse. A creature
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
to area 77 is locked. Curse Glyph. Ihanvas wants to block direct access to her lair from area 77, so a magic glyph has been placed in the area marked on the map. Any creature that enters the marked
curse that lasts until Ihanvas dies. Pools. A lip around the interior edge of each pool forms a 5-foot shelf where the water is only 3 feet deep. Further, a tunnel connects each pool to the other at