building before devote ceiling region

Ancient Blue Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

same effect two rounds in a row: Part of the ceiling collapses above one creature that the dragon can see within 120 feet of it. The creature must succeed on a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw or take 10

(3d6);{"diceNotation":"3d6","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Ceiling Collapse","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone and buried. The buried target is restrained and

Adult Blue Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

effect two rounds in a row: Part of the ceiling collapses above one creature that the dragon can see within 120 feet of it. The creature must succeed on a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw or take 10

(3d6);{"diceNotation":"3d6","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Ceiling Collapse","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone and buried. The buried target is restrained and

Human Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

head on the ceiling—good food and good stories in front of a nice, warm fire. If halflings had a shred of ambition, they might really amount to something.” Lasting Institutions Where a

give their children names from other languages, such as Dwarvish or Elvish (pronounced more or less correctly), but most parents give names that are linked to their region’s culture or to the

Adult White Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

the ceiling to latch on like bats or slithering down icy crevasses. A legendary white dragon’s innate magic deepens the cold in the area around its lair. Mountain caverns are fast frozen by the

ceiling, striking up to three creatures underneath that the dragon can see within 120 feet of it. The dragon makes one ranged attack roll (+7;{"diceNotation":"1d20+7","rollType":"to hit","rollAction

Ancient White Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

the ceiling to latch on like bats or slithering down icy crevasses. A legendary white dragon’s innate magic deepens the cold in the area around its lair. Mountain caverns are fast frozen by the

ceiling, striking up to three creatures underneath that the dragon can see within 120 feet of it. The dragon makes one ranged attack roll (+7;{"diceNotation":"1d20+7","rollType":"to hit","rollAction

Ancient Brass Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

speed.A Brass Dragon’s Lair A brass dragon’s desert lair is typically a ruin, canyon, or cave network with ceiling holes to allow for sunlight. Lair Actions On initiative count 20 (losing

on a success. Regional Effects The region containing a legendary brass dragon’s lair is warped by the dragon’s magic, which creates one or more of the following effects: Tracks

Iymrith

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

row: Part of the ceiling collapses above one creature that the dragon can see within 120 feet of it. The creature must succeed on a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw or take 10 (3d6);{"diceNotation":"3d6

","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Collapsing Ceiling","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone and buried. The buried target is restrained and unable to breathe or

Adult Brass Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

’s desert lair is typically a ruin, canyon, or cave network with ceiling holes to allow for sunlight. Lair Actions On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties), the dragon takes a lair action

Constitution saving throw or be blinded for 1 minute. A creature can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success. Regional Effects The region

Ancient Deep Dragon Legacy

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

, they use local settlements—and any competent visitors—as pawns in their struggle. 4 An ancient deep dragon has put the folk of a city to work building the dragon a metropolis to rule

or ambush visitors if the need arises. A well-cultivated lair abounds with Underdark fungi and plants, with the floor, walls, and ceiling covered in carpets of mold and moss, or featuring larger

Adult Amethyst Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

the air is cool and slightly damp. Glowing Crystals. Large clusters of glowing amethyst crystals grow out from the walls and ceiling, casting dim light in a 30-foot radius. Chimneys. Two chimneys

connect the main caves to the three chambers above. Each chimney appears to continue up through the ceiling of the upper level and down through the floor of the lower level, but the dragon’s

Ancient Amethyst Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

ceiling, casting dim light in a 30-foot radius. Chimneys. Two chimneys connect the main caves to the three chambers above. Each chimney appears to continue up through the ceiling of the upper level and

which version of itself is moving or acting. If an effect or attack can target both of the dragon’s spaces at the same time, the dragon is affected only once. Regional Effects The region

Baphomet

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

action to land on a ceiling to attack targets flying near it. Seal the Way. Baphomet seals one doorway or other entryway within the lair. The opening must be unoccupied. It is filled with solid stone

for 1 minute or until Baphomet takes this lair action again. Regional Effects The region containing Baphomet’s lair is warped by his magic, creating one or more of the following effects

Baphomet Legacy

Monsters Out of the Abyss

gravity reversal if he’s in the room, although he likes to use this action to land on a ceiling to attack targets flying near it. Baphomet casts mirage arcane, affecting a room within the lair

that is no longer in any dimension than 100 feet. The effect ends on the next initiative count 20. Regional Effects The region containing Baphomet’s lair is warped by his magic, creating one or

Juiblex

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

of the following lair actions; it can’t take the same lair action two rounds in a row: Green Slime. A green slime (see the Dungeon Master’s Guide) appears on a spot on the ceiling that

);{"diceNotation":"4d10","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Sticky Slime","rollDamageType":"fire"} fire damage. Regional Effects The region containing Juiblex’s lair is warped by its magic

Ancient Topaz Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

injured and stranded far from the sea, but the dragon is too proud to ask for help getting home. 6 A topaz dragon is building a tableau of desiccated creatures and has grown obsessed with catching

from the ceiling, giving the place a warm, cozy glow. (The lanterns might be magical or maintained by minions.) The floors are covered with plush sand-colored carpets. Hoard Chamber. A small chamber in

Adult Topaz Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

from the sea, but the dragon is too proud to ask for help getting home. 6 A topaz dragon is building a tableau of desiccated creatures and has grown obsessed with catching one treasure hunter

state but are hung with the dragon’s collection of nautical paintings, mirrors, and sun-colored tapestries. Numerous gold-and-glass hanging lanterns are suspended from the ceiling, giving the

Adult Deep Dragon Legacy

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

that allow them to escape or ambush visitors if the need arises. A well-cultivated lair abounds with Underdark fungi and plants, with the floor, walls, and ceiling covered in carpets of mold and moss

. Mossy Sludge. The dragon conjures sludge-like moss that briefly covers surfaces in the lair. The ceiling, floor, and walls of the lair become difficult terrain until initiative count 20 on the next round

Juiblex Legacy

Monsters Out of the Abyss

Guide) appears on a spot on the ceiling that Juiblex chooses within the lair. The slime disintegrates after 1 hour. Regional Effects The region containing Juiblex’s lair is warped by its

Hierophant Medusa

Monsters The Book of Many Things

a surface such as a ceiling with no way to remain there (for example, sufficient handholds), it falls at the end of this movement. Regional Effects The region containing a medusa’s lair is

Asphodel and the Despair Lands

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

Asphodel and the Despair Lands The influence of the Underworld leaches life and color from a peninsula south of the Nessian Wood. Here, the necropolis of Asphodel sprawls amid the bleak region called

and long, drab robes, making them nearly impossible to distinguish from one another. From the Coliseum of the Aphonai, a perfectly circular stone building that stands at the heart of Asphodel, the

The Mortuary

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Adventure Atlas: The Mortuary

interminable building, an upright necropolis that towers over the dismal part of the Hive Ward. Located between Blackshade Lane and Ragpicker’s Square, the Mortuary is one of several megastructures in Sigil

afterlife, the Heralds of Dust devote themselves to caring for the deceased. The Mortuary’s musty halls echo with skeletal figures wheeling squeaking gurneys, shoveling grave dirt, reciting woeful

Valenar

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

Valenar Capital: Taer Valaestas Hallmarks: Elves, horses, mercenaries In the midst of the Last War, an army of Tairnadal warrior elves from Aerenal seized this region from Cyre, invoking a claim to

the land from long before humanity’s arrival on the continent. The elves of Valenar devote themselves to the arts of war. Their cavalry has no equal in Khorvaire, and they combine a talent for magic

Fishery

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sleeping Dragon’s Wake

repair fishing equipment. At night, Leilon’s town council gathers within the building to discuss the construction of the town and active threats in the region. The current town council has the

19. Looted Cloisters

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

19. Looted Cloisters This windowless stone building contains apartments formerly used by rank-and-file Malar cultists. Stone doors throughout are fitted with locks, though the doors are unlocked at

present. The building also has the features detailed in the “Lighting and Plumbing” sidebar. 19a. Ransacked Quarters The walls of this room are carved to look like natural rock, giving the chamber a

13. Starry Cavern

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

the mines. Glittering minerals in the ceiling of this large cavern catch the light and send it back to create the impression of a starry night sky. Dozens of skeletons—many crushed under fallen debris

, into which a flight of stairs has been cut. Passages lead out of this area to the north, south, and west. The damaged buildings are described in areas 14 and area 15. Minerals in the ceiling are

Caves of Hunger Locations (H22-H31)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

-high ceiling of this cavern is a forest of icicles, some of which have grown to a length of five feet or more. Embedded in the south wall is a cylindrical, domed building made of seamless black stone

H27 and H28, use the following boxed text to describe them: Icicles cling to the twenty-foot-high ceiling of this ice cavern. Embedded in the south wall is a domed, circular building made of seamless

Lionshield Coster

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

Lionshield Coster Hanging above the front door of this modest trading post is a sign shaped like a wooden shield with a blue lion painted on it. This building is owned by the Lionshields, a

merchant company based in the city of Yartar, over a hundred miles to the east. They ship finished goods to Phandalin and other small settlements throughout the region, but this outpost has been hard hit by

Dragonborn

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

Dragonborn Tens of thousands of years ago the dragons of Argonnessen established a garrison of dragonborn in what is now Q’barra. These warriors were assigned to protect the region against the

influence of the Lords of Dust. Over time they drifted away from their duties, building an empire in western Khorvaire and clashing with the Dhakaani goblinoids. This came crashing down when one of the

Fishery

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention

Fishery The fishery building serves as the town hall. During the day the warehouse hosts several fishing-folk selling their daily catches at stalls and merchants who sell and repair fishing equipment

. At night Leilon’s town council gathers within to discuss the business of the town and active threats in the region. The councilors include: Grizzelda Copperwraught. Lord Neverember tasked this gruff

Dragonborn

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

Tens of thousands of years ago, the dragons of Argonnessen established a garrison of dragonborn in what is now Q’barra. These warriors were assigned to protect the region against the influence of the

Lords of Dust. Over time they drifted away from their duties, building a nation in eastern Khorvaire and clashing with the goblinoids of the Dhakaani Empire. This dragonborn nation came crashing down

Lionshield Coster

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

Lionshield Coster Robson Michel Linene Graywind A wooden sign shaped like a shield and painted with a blue lion hangs above the door of this trading post. The building is owned by the Lionshields, a

merchant company based in the city of Yartar, over a hundred miles to the east. They ship finished goods to Phandalin and other small settlements throughout the region, but this outpost has been hit

Annam's Cradle Features

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

ceiling is a quarter of a mile high and has the appearance of a strangely rough-looking blue sky. The microclimate within the cavern features cloudy and rainy weather in addition to sunshine. Map 4.1

depicts a region of Annam’s Cradle with the following features: Jungle. Nourished by the light of the Radiant Sun and persistent rainfall, this part of the cavern is covered in lush rain forest. The jungle

45. Mictlan

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a3

struggling to roll a boulder up the hill, while a devil drives them on. Above the hill in the ceiling is a glowing spot that illuminates the entire chamber with an eerie silver light. A cobblestone path

land of the dead. In the western end of the room is a region of burning sands. There devils torture those who have been unfortunate enough to fall into their hands. Along the southern side is a

1. Create a Home Base

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

1. Create a Home Base See the “Settlements” section earlier in this chapter for guidance on building this settlement. A small town or village at the edge of the wilderness serves as a fine home base

in most D&D campaigns. Use a larger town or city if you want a campaign with urban adventuring. 2. Create a Local Region See “Mapping the Campaign” earlier in this chapter for guidance. Draw a map

Blue Dragon Treasures

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

treasure that coordinates visually with the other items in the hoard, while another might focus on artwork from a particular period or seek out jewelry made for rulers in a certain region. Blue dragons

massive geode that contains spectacular blue, purple, and black crystals 8 A blue silk fan painted with ground gems that creates a briny breeze when hung from the ceiling

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