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Boss Delour

Monsters The Book of Many Things

"} poison damage.Delour the wererat is a sly trickster and consummate thief who rules the Moonstalkers alongside his friend Boss Augustus;Augustus. Delour’s honeyed words and calculating mind make

with utmost respect. If he discovers Augustus’s plot to become human and leave the Moonstalkers, he would consider it the ultimate betrayal.Change Shape. Delour polymorphs into a rat-humanoid

Tiefling Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

is the burden of every tiefling. Some break under it, some make it the millstone around their neck, some revel in it.” He tilted his head again, scrutinizing her, with that wicked glint in his

swindlers, thieves, or crime lords. Sometimes they live among other minority populations in enclaves where they are treated with more respect. Lacking a homeland, tieflings know that they have to make

Hobgoblin Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

greatest respect is reserved for those who earn their glory in battle. In theory, the fortunes of war can elevate the lowest-ranking banner in a legion to the highest status. In practice, warlords are

; is often extended to other races the hobgoblins have dealings with, much to the outsiders’ surprise. When such respect isn’t reciprocated, though, relations can swiftly deteriorate. Reward

Feral Tiefling

Species Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

is the burden of every tiefling. Some break under it, some make it the millstone around their neck, some revel in it.” He tilted his head again, scrutinizing her, with that wicked glint in his

swindlers, thieves, or crime lords. Sometimes they live among other minority populations in enclaves where they are treated with more respect. Lacking a homeland, tieflings know that they have to make

Ilmater

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

calming words to those who are in pain, victimized, or in great need. He is the willing sufferer, the one who takes the place of another to heft the other’s burden, to take the other’s pain. He is the

duties, such as when they administer to the wounded on a battlefield. The taboo is so strongly felt among humans that other races respect the custom. Even orcs and goblinoids will avoid directly attacking

Missing Players

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

should strive to keep the character alive and use resources wisely. Run the character yourself. It’s an extra burden for you, but it can work. Decide the character isn’t there. Invent a good reason for

the character to miss the adventure, perhaps by having him or her linger in town or continue a downtime activity. Leave a way for the character to rejoin the party when the player returns. Have the

Roleplaying Vellynne

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

Roleplaying Vellynne Vellynne is a pragmatist who tries to stay one step ahead of her competition, in particular her rivals in the Arcane Brotherhood (of whom she rarely speaks). To continue her

mission in Icewind Dale, she needs the aid of stalwart adventurers, and she knows that helping them battle the dragon is a golden opportunity to earn the characters’ respect if not their trust. Vellynne

Yuan-ti Pureblood Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

Trait 1 I see omens in every event and action. The serpent gods continue to advise us. 2 I have very high standards for food, drink, and physical pleasures. 3 I prefer to be alone

another society and wish to be part of it. 3 I respect my superiors and obey them without question. My fate is theirs to decide. 4 I have an interest in an unsuitable mate, which I can&rsquo

Q7. Boss Fight

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

Q7. Boss Fight Threadbare curtains hang on the east wall of a long hall, in the middle of which a muscular half-orc in dingy robes stands with his foot on the chest of a male human with wavy red

boss. As soon as his minions retrieved who they thought was Renaer Neverember, the half-orc begged Nihiloor let him witness the interrogation of the captive, not realizing until after he did so that

Rival Intern

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

Rival Intern You were an intern at a rival of Acquisitions Incorporated, and you gained a healthy respect for not just the job and the franchising opportunities, but for the ruthless and efficient

left you a blend of seething rage, practiced nonchalance, and keen knowledge of where the bodies are buried (perhaps literally). d8 Personality Trait 1 My previous employer didn’t respect

Patron's Attitude

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

continue to influence the world. 4 Your patron is a strict disciplinarian but treats you with a measure of respect. 5 Your patron tricked you into a pact and treats you as a slave. 6 You are mostly left

Roleplaying a Yuan-ti

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

Personality Trait 1 I see omens in every event and action. The serpent gods continue to advise us. 2 I have very high standards for food, drink, and physical pleasures. 3 I prefer to be alone rather

the favor of the serpent gods. 2 I am enamored with the culture and trappings of another society and wish to be part of it. 3 I respect my superiors and obey them without question. My fate is theirs

Important Members

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

Important Members Here are some of the Moonstalkers’ most powerful and respected members. Boss Augustus Augustus is a hulking human werewolf of few words. He shares leadership of the guild with Boss

Your Campaign” section later in this chapter for more details.) Boss Augustus Medium Monstrosity, Neutral Armor Class 13 Hit Points 150 (20d8 + 60) Speed 30 ft.; 40 ft. in wolf or hybrid form

Phenax's Villains

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

Villain 1 A charismatic crime boss (bandit captain) unites local gangs in a bid to seize control of the polis. 2 A Returned palamnite (see chapter 6) wreaks havoc across the countryside in

16 Phoenix MToF Followers of Phenax have little respect for the rest of the pantheon (EVYN FONG)

1. Entrance Plaza

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

continue to show proper respect!” They then revert to their original positions. The adventurers’ positive response earns them beneficial warnings, courtesy of the magic of Diderius. Warnings are

reverting to their initial positions. The characters are free to continue on into the complex, but they receive no benefit from this interaction. Cultist Campsite and Ruined Fountain Varram’s cultists have

1. Entrance Plaza

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

continue to show proper respect!” They then revert to their original positions. The adventurers’ positive response earns them beneficial warnings, courtesy of the magic of Diderius. Warnings are

reverting to their initial positions. The characters are free to continue on into the complex, but they receive no benefit from this interaction. Cultist Campsite and Ruined Fountain Varram’s cultists

Dealing with Wealth

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

ensuring your characters develop strong personal reasons to continue to adventure, even if they begin their adventuring careers in the pursuit of wealth. Perhaps they want revenge on a despicable

villain, they enjoy exploring, or they crave the respect of their peers. Money won’t provide any of these things, though it might make it easier to overcome obstacles along the way. Power Can’t Be Bought

Heckler

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

Heckler During the storytelling, after one or two characters or others have told tales, a finely dressed local named Bakaris the Younger lets out an exaggerated yawn. If left to continue, he

father to Vogler to escape the consequences. Bakaris takes quiet pride in that killing, and he fantasizes about one day winning respect via the point of his sword. He loathes being called “the Younger

Introduction

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

among my colleagues tell me that an informed multiverse is a safer multiverse. After all, why should we unhappy few endure the burden of protecting the multiverse from itself? I am also told that this

thus worthy of cautious respect, if not fear. Read on and learn that perhaps the derision leveled at these fiends reflects only the fear and trepidation of those who would mock them. And perhaps if

Respect for the DM

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

Respect for the DM As the DM, you have the right to expect your players to respect you and the effort you put into making a fun game for everyone. The players need to let you direct the campaign

prefer to let the DM make a call and continue playing. If you gloss over a rules issue in play, make a note of it and return to the issue later. Some players like to use the rules to argue against

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

who study its ebb and flow to expect the stalemate to continue. A different view is put forth by the archmage Tzunk, who notes that Maglubiyet has never faced a foe as ferocious and protective as

laden wagon or after heroically defending it from thieves gain great respect and advance higher in the tribe’s pecking order. All Are Fighters Most of the orcs that stay behind when the

Respect for the DM

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

Respect for the DM As the DM, you have the right to expect your players to respect you and the effort you put into making a fun game for everyone. The players need to let you direct the campaign

discussions at the table. Some groups don’t mind putting the game on hold while they discuss different interpretations of a rule. Others prefer to let the DM make a call and continue playing. If you

Falls Clearing

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

the characters’ lack of diplomacy and does not aid them in future battles. However, if he doesn’t have to, he appreciates the characters’ respect for the creatures of the forest and aids the party in

who dwell in the forest. After conversing with the characters, the weretigers encourage the party not to linger in their territory; then they depart. Dukha makes no apologies for hiding his true nature and encourages the characters to continue their search for the riverine Tinjhorna atop the falls.

Wizard Gizzard!

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

characters land the same number of spheres in the bucket, have those characters repeat the check during a tiebreaker round. Continue to run tiebreaker rounds until one character wins. Encourage a

, as described in those rules. For example, a character who loses the game but is gracious toward the winner might earn the winner’s respect and seed a friendship. Don’t forget to have players note the results of this encounter on the tracking sheet.

Kruphix's Influence

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

followers, many mortals consider Kruphix a minor god, even obscure. To the other gods, however, he is a force within the pantheon, worthy of both respect and wariness. Kruphix’s Goals More than any other

and into death, Kruphix respects both Erebos and Athreos. He sees Erebos as a necessary check on Heliod’s power, and he even allowed Athreos to continue his vital work on the fringes of the mortal

First Session

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

). The fate of the dragon hatchery divides opinion as well. Most delegates respect a decision to destroy the hatchery, accepting that having fewer dragons to deal with later on is an advantage. However

investigative powers and a writ demonstrating such. This grants the characters access to resources and sites they deem necessary for their investigation, but carries with it the burden of oversight from the

First Session

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

been). The fate of the dragon hatchery divides opinion as well. Most delegates respect a decision to destroy the hatchery, accepting that having fewer dragons to deal with later on is an advantage

investigative powers and a writ demonstrating such. This grants the characters access to resources and sites they deem necessary for their investigation, but carries with it the burden of oversight from

Dragon Relationships

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

respect. These allies are often unaware that their activities are oriented around the dragon’s purposes, becoming unwitting pawns in the dragon’s plans. Deep attachments might form between the dragon and

these companions, who can become disillusioned when the dragon’s true nature is revealed. Crime Boss A dragon takes charge of a criminal enterprise, accumulating wealth through illegal activities that

Cragmaw Hideout Locations

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

there right now! Two goblins and one goblin boss are stationed here. If the goblins notice intruders in area H1, they open fire with their bows, shooting through the thickets and probably catching

them. Development. When the goblin boss is defeated, any remaining goblins attempt to flee to area H3 and release the wolves there. Treasure. The goblin boss has a belt pouch containing 16 sp. H3

Orzhov Angels

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica

Orzhov Syndicate is there to welcome the angel with open arms, offering status, respect, and power. Orzhov angels might claim positions as executioners, commanders, or power brokers, but more often

angel, no longer asking or expecting anything in return, and even willingly offer up their mortal lives for their angelic patron. Even after death, these debtors continue to serve the angel and the

Kobold Lairs

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

’ territory. Adventurers trying to eradicate a kobold infestation often find themselves stuck in low passages too narrow to turn around in, forcing them to move in single file and putting the burden of combat

look flimsy or poorly designed, but a creature that gets hit with a bent sapling adorned with sharpened butter knives is liable to come away with a newfound respect for the little creatures. The

Caer Locations (C1-C9)

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

, in effect empowering Thoob to boss around others in Kadroth’s name. Kadroth C9. Speaker’s Office Kadroth is a paunchy, lawful evil tiefling cult fanatic who has darkvision out to a range of 60 feet

roost by sheer force of personality, though it chafes him that Hethyl Arkorran (see area C13) has more respect and influence within the cult. Kadroth doesn’t involve Avarice (see area C21) in cult

Heliod's Champions

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

yourself to him as a champion, he will not desert you—as long as you remain faithful and your actions continue to reflect well on him. Heliod’s Favor d6 Circumstance 1 You were born at noon on

, demonstrating your courage and your respect for this sacred creature. 4 You proved your mettle in a dramatic contest of strength, charisma, or a similar quality. 5 Calling on Heliod to witness you

Maglubiyet's Will Be Done

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

center of the army, dragging along the equipment of war while surrounded by its users. If slaves have yet to be acquired, goblins and beasts of burden perform this function. Conquest and Occupation

community to continue to produce goods and services. The labor force likely includes more youngsters and elderly than before the goblinoids’ conquest, with a corresponding drop-off in production. In any

Zhentarim

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

to a table in the center of the Yawning Portal’s taproom, where her boss waits with drink in hand. Davil Starsong Davil Starsong (see appendix B) is the characters’ primary contact in the Black

arrested by the City Watch and held in Castle Waterdeep while he waits to be questioned by the Lords of Waterdeep about the Black Network’s operations in the city. The characters continue to receive

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