breaking bird diffusing certain restraint

Sailor Legacy

Backgrounds Player’s Handbook (2014)

relations with (perhaps one captained by a former crewmate). Because you’re calling in a favor, you can’t be certain of a schedule or route that will meet your every need. Your Dungeon

you are in a settlement, you can get away with minor criminal offenses, such as refusing to pay for food at a tavern or breaking down doors at a local shop, since most people will not report your activity to the authorities.

Kenku

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

that there are as many kenku origin stories as there are kenku. Some of them paint their genesis as a curse, being a flightless bird people doomed to mimic other people’s creations. Other kenku

’t have rules themselves, but some rules in the game affect creatures of certain types in different ways. For example, the cure wounds spell doesn’t work on a Construct or an Undead. Life

Criminal / Spy Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

You are an experienced criminal with a history of breaking the law. You have spent a lot of time among other criminals and still have contacts within the criminal underworld. You’re far closer

. Even criminals who operate outside of such organizations have strong preferences for certain kinds of crimes over others. Choose the role you played in your criminal life, or roll on the table below

Sailor - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

you served on, or another ship you have good relations with (perhaps one captained by a former crewmate). Because you’re calling in a favor, you can’t be certain of a schedule or route

minor criminal offenses, such as refusing to pay for food at a tavern or breaking down doors at a local shop, since most people will not report your activity to the authorities.

Outlander - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

Knights of the Unicorn freed you and brought you here, but now you’re on your own. 5 You were exiled for breaking a trivial-seeming taboo. For this seemingly minor transgression, you lost

clockwork, shimmering cloth of gold, a trained speaking bird, or some other small wonder—and told you that it came from Baldur’s Gate. You’ve come to see the source of such wonders

Fairy

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

characteristic if none of the suggestions below fit your character. Fey Characteristics d8 Characteristic 1 Your wings are like those of a bird. 2 You have shimmering, multicolored

, Giant, Humanoid, Monstrosity, Ooze, Plant, Undead. These types don’t have rules themselves, but some rules in the game affect creatures of certain types in different ways. For example, the

Ranger Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

whistles to the hawk that circles high above him, calling the bird back to his side. Whispering instructions in Elvish, he points to the owlbear he’s been tracking and sends the hawk to distract

a magical connection to nature through the necessity of surviving in the wilds. What’s the source of your particular hatred of a certain kind of enemy? Did a monster kill someone you loved or

Wizardry

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

, ready to be unleashed. Even after these concepts are mastered, new knowledge of magic remains elusive, and a wizard must progress steadily through deeper levels of understanding, breaking through

people who can recall a life of unfettered exploration and free expression of form, but magic provides a means of regaining that power. The patience and restraint for which elves are well known

Wizardry

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

, ready to be unleashed. Even after these concepts are mastered, new knowledge of magic remains elusive, and a wizard must progress steadily through deeper levels of understanding, breaking through

people who can recall a life of unfettered exploration and free expression of form, but magic provides a means of regaining that power. The patience and restraint for which elves are well known

Wizardry

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

, ready to be unleashed. Even after these concepts are mastered, new knowledge of magic remains elusive, and a wizard must progress steadily through deeper levels of understanding, breaking through

people who can recall a life of unfettered exploration and free expression of form, but magic provides a means of regaining that power. The patience and restraint for which elves are well known

Kenku Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

kenku make an easy living serving as messengers, spies, and lookouts for thieves’ guilds, bandits, and other criminal cartels. A network of kenku can relay a bird call or similar noise across the

clang of a mace against armor or the sound made by a breaking bone. Non-kenku refer to the kenku by describing this noise. Examples of this type of name include Smasher, Clanger, Slicer, and Basher

Sage

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

. You’re certain that hidden dragons and disguised fiends are manipulating governments and that the Mourning was an inside job. And sure, maybe your “library” is a collection of rotting books and old

on the lookout for breaking news. You know your history and you know how to research a story. But if you want to make headlines, you need to be on the scene for something big. 4 You’re on the

Sage

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

. You’re certain that hidden dragons and disguised fiends are manipulating governments and that the Mourning was an inside job. And sure, maybe your “library” is a collection of rotting books and old

on the lookout for breaking news. You know your history and you know how to research a story. But if you want to make headlines, you need to be on the scene for something big. 4 You’re on the

Build Your Group

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

characters in your party: Bruiser. Sometimes subtlety means breaking just one of a snitch’s kneecaps. The Bruiser uses force and the threat of force to make sure that the crime syndicate gets what it

certain types of theft, such as housebreaking or picking pockets. Besides characters with the criminal background, young urchins often find a place in criminal syndicates by filling this role. Rogues

Build Your Group

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

characters in your party: Bruiser. Sometimes subtlety means breaking just one of a snitch’s kneecaps. The Bruiser uses force and the threat of force to make sure that the crime syndicate gets what it

certain types of theft, such as housebreaking or picking pockets. Besides characters with the criminal background, young urchins often find a place in criminal syndicates by filling this role. Rogues

Sage

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

. You’re certain that hidden dragons and disguised fiends are manipulating governments and that the Mourning was an inside job. And sure, maybe your “library” is a collection of rotting books and old

on the lookout for breaking news. You know your history and you know how to research a story. But if you want to make headlines, you need to be on the scene for something big. 4 You’re on the

Outlander

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

freed you and brought you here, but now you’re on your own. 5 You were exiled for breaking a trivial-seeming taboo. For this seemingly minor transgression, you lost your friends, family, and

, a trained speaking bird, or some other small wonder — and told you that it came from Baldur’s Gate. You’ve come to see the source of such wonders, and perhaps learn to create them.

Outlander

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

freed you and brought you here, but now you’re on your own. 5 You were exiled for breaking a trivial-seeming taboo. For this seemingly minor transgression, you lost your friends, family, and

, a trained speaking bird, or some other small wonder — and told you that it came from Baldur’s Gate. You’ve come to see the source of such wonders, and perhaps learn to create them.

Outlander

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

freed you and brought you here, but now you’re on your own. 5 You were exiled for breaking a trivial-seeming taboo. For this seemingly minor transgression, you lost your friends, family, and

, a trained speaking bird, or some other small wonder — and told you that it came from Baldur’s Gate. You’ve come to see the source of such wonders, and perhaps learn to create them.

Build Your Group

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

characters in your party: Bruiser. Sometimes subtlety means breaking just one of a snitch’s kneecaps. The Bruiser uses force and the threat of force to make sure that the crime syndicate gets what it

certain types of theft, such as housebreaking or picking pockets. Besides characters with the criminal background, young urchins often find a place in criminal syndicates by filling this role. Rogues

Wards

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

wizard or other individual can bypass the ward by assuming the form of a Tiny bird. The Avowed don’t discuss this flaw with outsiders, but anyone who can see the gulls flying over Candlekeep can

easily reach the conclusion that certain creatures are exempt from this magical restriction. Fire Suppression. Flames larger than a candle are suppressed within the keep. (The fireplace in the Hearth

Wards

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

wizard or other individual can bypass the ward by assuming the form of a Tiny bird. The Avowed don’t discuss this flaw with outsiders, but anyone who can see the gulls flying over Candlekeep can

easily reach the conclusion that certain creatures are exempt from this magical restriction. Fire Suppression. Flames larger than a candle are suppressed within the keep. (The fireplace in the Hearth

Wards

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

wizard or other individual can bypass the ward by assuming the form of a Tiny bird. The Avowed don’t discuss this flaw with outsiders, but anyone who can see the gulls flying over Candlekeep can

easily reach the conclusion that certain creatures are exempt from this magical restriction. Fire Suppression. Flames larger than a candle are suppressed within the keep. (The fireplace in the Hearth

Iroas's Influence

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

followers to hone their bodies and minds just as they hone their blades. He is certain that to slacken his vigilance and grow lazy would guarantee his demise at the edge of his brother’s blood-soaked

, Iroas is the one who advocates restraint and calm. More often than not, the two deities agree where matters of justice and honor are concerned.

Iroas's Influence

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

followers to hone their bodies and minds just as they hone their blades. He is certain that to slacken his vigilance and grow lazy would guarantee his demise at the edge of his brother’s blood-soaked

, Iroas is the one who advocates restraint and calm. More often than not, the two deities agree where matters of justice and honor are concerned.

Iroas's Influence

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

followers to hone their bodies and minds just as they hone their blades. He is certain that to slacken his vigilance and grow lazy would guarantee his demise at the edge of his brother’s blood-soaked

, Iroas is the one who advocates restraint and calm. More often than not, the two deities agree where matters of justice and honor are concerned.

Mysterious Manifestations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

, trailing silvery motes. A figure appears behind the bird, pushing as though trying to pass through, but held fast by the portal’s flickering magic. “Is anyone there?” a woman in a beaded vest shouts. “I

tepui. Find the portal in the Llanos. Nene knows the way. But be—” With a sound like breaking glass, the rift collapses and is gone. Characters who succeed on a DC 16 Intelligence (Arcana or History

Hoard Quirks

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

might give the haunted item the characteristics of a sentient magic item. The most certain way to end a haunting is to complete the unfinished business that keeps a spirit bound to the mortal world. In

unleashed on any who plunder the dragon’s treasure. Such a curse typically affects not only those who steal from the hoard, but anyone else who comes into contact with the treasure. Moreover, breaking the

Mysterious Manifestations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

, trailing silvery motes. A figure appears behind the bird, pushing as though trying to pass through, but held fast by the portal’s flickering magic. “Is anyone there?” a woman in a beaded vest shouts. “I

tepui. Find the portal in the Llanos. Nene knows the way. But be—” With a sound like breaking glass, the rift collapses and is gone. Characters who succeed on a DC 16 Intelligence (Arcana or History

Mysterious Manifestations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

, trailing silvery motes. A figure appears behind the bird, pushing as though trying to pass through, but held fast by the portal’s flickering magic. “Is anyone there?” a woman in a beaded vest shouts. “I

tepui. Find the portal in the Llanos. Nene knows the way. But be—” With a sound like breaking glass, the rift collapses and is gone. Characters who succeed on a DC 16 Intelligence (Arcana or History

Adventure Overview

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

from certain destruction, and prevent a similar fate from befalling Baldur’s Gate. Chapter 1: A Tale of Two Cities For characters of levels 1—4 Pressed into service by the Flaming Fist, the

themselves and Elturel from Avernus. Will they use the Sword of Zariel or strike an infernal bargain to free the planetar trapped in the Companion? Will they coax a demon into breaking Elturel’s chains? Or will they cut a deal with the archdevil Zariel? Diagram 0.1: Adventure Flowchart

Hoard Quirks

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

might give the haunted item the characteristics of a sentient magic item. The most certain way to end a haunting is to complete the unfinished business that keeps a spirit bound to the mortal world. In

unleashed on any who plunder the dragon’s treasure. Such a curse typically affects not only those who steal from the hoard, but anyone else who comes into contact with the treasure. Moreover, breaking the

Adventure Overview

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

from certain destruction, and prevent a similar fate from befalling Baldur’s Gate. Chapter 1: A Tale of Two Cities For characters of levels 1—4 Pressed into service by the Flaming Fist, the

themselves and Elturel from Avernus. Will they use the Sword of Zariel or strike an infernal bargain to free the planetar trapped in the Companion? Will they coax a demon into breaking Elturel’s chains? Or will they cut a deal with the archdevil Zariel? Diagram 0.1: Adventure Flowchart

Adventure Overview

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

from certain destruction, and prevent a similar fate from befalling Baldur’s Gate. Chapter 1: A Tale of Two Cities For characters of levels 1—4 Pressed into service by the Flaming Fist, the

themselves and Elturel from Avernus. Will they use the Sword of Zariel or strike an infernal bargain to free the planetar trapped in the Companion? Will they coax a demon into breaking Elturel’s chains? Or will they cut a deal with the archdevil Zariel? Diagram 0.1: Adventure Flowchart

Hoard Quirks

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

might give the haunted item the characteristics of a sentient magic item. The most certain way to end a haunting is to complete the unfinished business that keeps a spirit bound to the mortal world. In

unleashed on any who plunder the dragon’s treasure. Such a curse typically affects not only those who steal from the hoard, but anyone else who comes into contact with the treasure. Moreover, breaking the

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