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Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
realm to stone giant;stone giants: fluctuating, temporary, exposed to gusting wind and sudden rain. It is as wildly changeable as a dream, and that’s how they regard it—as a dream. Nothing
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Stone giants sometimes go on dream quests in the surface world, seeking inspiration for their art, a break from decades-long ennui, or satisfaction of simple curiosity. Some who go on these quests let
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
imagination can turn on such champions almost as quickly as it anoints them.
You come from a humble social rank, but you are destined for so much more. Already the people of your home village regard you as
find a way to salvation.
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You helped break a Guild protection racket afflicting a community of immigrants in the Outer City. Now, you can’t travel through that part of the city without your
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
marionette always turns its head to face whomever it is speaking to. Break-a-leg was Endelyn’s first experiment with living puppetry. A flaw in its creation process kept it from having the sadistic
see a wooden marionette carved and painted to look like a human skeleton. It appears to be tangled in its own strings. “I seem to have gotten myself in a wee fix.”
The wooden marionette is Break-a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
ambitions. They devote their lives to the pursuit of perfection, and the best come close to realizing that goal. But for all their dedication, dwarves are mortal, which means they are fallible. And that’s
their creation, or actually steal them. Greed distorts the joy that dwarves normally take from their work. It focuses on the value of the end result, rather than the importance of the process of creation
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
area involves creating a two-headed owlbear by infusing an owlbear—a classic creation of Thessalar’s—with ettin’s blood. Creatures Four lizardfolk shamans work here as lab managers, overseeing the
process by which two owlbears are fueling the creation of a new creature—a two-headed owlbear nicknamed Bear-Bear (see appendix B for its stat block). If the lizardfolk shamans are attacked, they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
plus modifiers equals or exceeds the target's Armor Class (AC), the attack hits. The AC of a character is determined at character creation, whereas the AC of a monster is in its stat block. Modifiers to
. Weapons that have the finesse or thrown property break this rule. Some spells also require an attack roll. The ability modifier used for a spell attack depends on the spellcasting ability of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
H1), from where she discreetly observes the party. Derwyth’s Test Derwyth remains in tree form for 10 minutes after the characters arrive. If the characters don’t break her trust by harming her giant
“Derwyth’s Star Calculations” section). Failing Derwyth’s Test. If the characters failed Derwyth’s test or they otherwise break her trust, she orders them to leave. A character who offers an earnest
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
you gained from it. If you don’t keep any of those elements or you choose this lineage at character creation, you gain proficiency in two skills of your choice. Darkvision. You can see in dim light
. During this trance, you can see and hear from the token as if you were located where it is. While you are using your senses at the token’s location, you are blinded and deafened in regard to your own
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
fraught with frustration, and his insights make short work of such hindrances as easily as the lightning parts a mighty oak. Keranos dispenses inspiration without regard for the morality of its
melding of Keranos’s inspiration with Purphoros’s passion is a formidable combination. This partnership resulted in the creation of Epiphany, Keranos’s mighty javelin.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
attack with no regard for superior numbers or strength. Underground Hunters. Bulettes use their powerful claws to tunnel through the earth when they hunt. Heedless of obstruction, they uproot trees
come together only to mate, resulting in a bloody act of claws and teeth that usually ends with the male’s death and consumption.
Arcane Creation. Some sages believe the bulette is the result of a mad
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
how they regard it—as a dream. Nothing there is permanent, so nothing there is real. What happens on the surface doesn’t matter. Promises and bargains made there needn’t be honored. Life and even art
hold less value there. Stone giants sometimes go on dream quests in the surface world, seeking inspiration for their art, a break from decades-long ennui, or satisfaction of simple curiosity. Some who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
and bloodshed are easily lured to the demon lord’s service. Stone giants who feel stifled and repressed by their society sometimes break free in dramatic fashion by embracing Baphomet’s creed (see the
or personal bodyguards of cult leaders. Examples of giants serving each of the Elemental Evil cults appear in chapter 6. Cult of Evil Earth. Giants who devote themselves to Ogrémoch and his earth cult
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
ordning are the xenophobic stone giants, who mostly live underground and regard the surface world as a realm of dreams. How well they sculpt stone determines their place among their peers. The lowest and
shattered the ordning between the giants to break his “children” out of their complacency, pitting the six giant types against one another while keeping some semblance of order within each type. In
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
of time. Rather than imparting his skills to them, he fueled their spirits with a burning desire to follow his example. His gifts of durability and purpose gave the dwarves all they needed to devote
their lives to steady work, refining their skills and improving their inner selves while they transform rock and ore into wondrous creations. Lifetimes of Glorious Labor Dwarf artisans regard the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
determined at character creation, whereas the AC of a monster is in its stat block.
Modifiers to the Roll When a character makes an attack roll, the two most common modifiers to the roll are an
weapon attack is Strength, and the ability modifier used for a ranged weapon attack is Dexterity. Weapons that have the finesse or thrown property break this rule. Some spells also require an attack
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Intelligence Recall lore about spells, magic items, and the planes of existence. Athletics Strength Jump farther than normal, stay afloat in rough water, or break something. Deception Charisma Tell a
Wisdom Follow tracks, forage, find a trail, or avoid natural hazards. Determining Skills A character’s starting skill proficiencies are determined at character creation, and a monster’s skill
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
“the dark heart.” The talisman’s creation requires a number of unique components: The intact and unhatched egg of a purple worm, for channeling great physical power. The central eye of a beholder, to
break down magical resistance and overcome magical forces. Six feathers from six different angels — the authority of the celestial realms and a force to enrage fiendish creatures. The heart of a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
insurmountable odds, and Karametra’s taming of nature all run the risk of inspiring ambitious mortals who lust for ever more power and strain to break away from their proper place in the cosmos. Klothys
respects the other gods whose interests balance creation and destruction, such as Thassa, Purphoros, and Nylea, considering them better attuned to Theros’s needs and destiny’s myriad outcomes. Nylea shares
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Intelligence Recall lore about spells, magic items, and the planes of existence. Athletics Strength Jump farther than normal, stay afloat in rough water, or break something. Deception Charisma Tell a
Wisdom Follow tracks, forage, find a trail, or avoid natural hazards. Determining Skills A character’s starting skill proficiencies are determined at character creation, and a monster’s skill
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Magic Item Magic items are the DM’s purview, so you decide how they fall into the party’s possession. As an option, you can allow player characters to craft magic items. The creation of a magic item
potion, or the formula for a flame tongue might require that the weapon be forged with lava. Crafting Magic Items Item Rarity Creation Cost Minimum Level Common 100 gp 3rd Uncommon 500 gp 3rd Rare
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
real-world history, and character creation rules presuppose no standard bar for heroics. Encourage Space A typical D&D session is longer than a typical horror movie, and it can be hard to sustain the
boundaries. Beyond impromptu checks, once during a session, after a scheduled break, check in with the group and consider asking the following questions: What do your characters hope will happen? What do your
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
any case, a few renegade mind flayers do pursue arcane magic. Using some of the items or spells they discover, they can shield their minds as they aspire to break free of the elder brain’s control
knowledge. Different elder brains have different interpretations of what this state consists of and how to achieve it. Elder brains and illithids that devote themselves to Ilsensine sometimes pursue ways
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
children. Only by undoing that folly can giants return to their intended place in Annam’s creation and regain his favor. The Stewards of the Eternal Throne are organized as a knightly order with many
, especially with beings they regard as near equals in age and importance, including dwarves, elves, and dragons. If a fundamental sin of the ancient giants was warring with these folk in the early years of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
acolytes and cultists throw themselves into the fight without regard for their safety. All of the cultists target clerics, wizards, and other casters in the group first, since they know well that a spell or
have given permission for them to do so. If a fight does break out after negotiation, most of the survivors are not eager to die. If Ozymandius and Ogmund are defeated, the veterans will surrender if
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Father. They bind prisoners with tough cords of gut, each with 2 hit points and requiring a successful DC 17 Strength check to break. The Enemy of My Enemy On the way to Sloobludop after the previous
archpriest of the Deep Father needs humanoid sacrifices, and the party represents a prize collection in that regard. Ploopploopeen will offer the characters as a “token of peace and reconciliation” to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
projects. Hall of Exemplary Inventions The main hall of the temple holds two dozen marble pedestals. Each one bears a prize-winning invention or a miniature model of some other extraordinary creation
’ tools can pick the lock with a successful DC 20 Dexterity check. A knock spell or similar magic also opens the door. Valetta won’t allow characters to break down the door, but she does permit them to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
the creator of worlds, and other gods merely populated the worlds Annam made with peoples of their own creation. Such myths often describe an ancient era when giants were the only people inhabiting the
Annam gathering the shattered fragments of the First World (the original creation of Bahamut and Tiamat) and spreading them across the Material Plane to create countless worlds. Still other myths
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
the distance of each part of your move from it until it is used up or until you are done moving, whichever comes first. A character’s Speed is determined during character creation. A monster’s Speed is
the shortest route.
Breaking Up Your Move You can break up your move, using some of its movement before and after any action, Bonus Action, or Reaction you take on the same turn. For example, if you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
abilities function like the standard six abilities, with exceptions specified in each ability below. Here’s how to incorporate these optional abilities at character creation: If your players use the
so alien that it threatens to break a character’s mind Overcoming the lingering effects of madness Comprehending a piece of alien magic foreign to all normal understanding of magic Sanity Saving
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
peace. The conflicts, the anger, and the pain of the long war remain, however, and the new nations seek every advantage as they prepare for the next war to break out on the continent. Dragonmarked
necessities. Advances in magic item creation have led to everything from self-propelled farming implements to sentient, free-willed beings created in artificers’ forges. With the aid of rare crystals
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
from it until it is used up or until you are done moving, whichever comes first. A character’s Speed is determined during character creation. A monster’s Speed is noted in the monster’s stat block. See
Move You can break up your move, using some of its movement before and after any action, Bonus Action, or Reaction you take on the same turn. For example, if you have a Speed of 30 feet, you could go 10
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
Bastion try to learn all they can about the origin and purpose of the cards. They know much of the deck’s history (as described in chapter 2), including multiple contradictory accounts of its creation
break this rule if they discern that a deck’s owner plans to use it for an evil or destructive purpose. In particular, they oppose the efforts of the Heralds of the Comet (described in chapter 12
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
A group of cultists is trying to access a magic portal linking the Material Plane to Tiamat’s domain, hoping to break the seal that has kept the portal closed for centuries.
3 A dragon whose
dragons share a common territory and hoard, live under a strict code of discipline, and devote themselves to a common goal. Their most notable feature, though, is their practice of carving arcane sigils of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
faiths. When a temple pushes a god’s influence too strongly, the Athar either deal with the problem themselves or leak the information to a faction that will, such as the Harmonium. The Athar regard
entirely natural, something to be fostered in its own time. They don’t recklessly hasten destruction or oppose creation. Instead, they see that every act of creation is intrinsically tied to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
, the gold composition of a coin was strictly defined at the time of the coin’s creation, but no law governed a coin’s state after it left the mint. As long as it was made in the mint, it was legal
contracts contain loopholes. In return for giving their souls to her instead, such individuals learn how to break the contract and negate whatever price the contract says they must pay.