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Gate of Illumination

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

Gate of Illumination The Gate of Illumination is a centuries-old shrine consecrated to the gods of nature, fire, and renewal. It’s cut into the slope of the Jademount volcano and tunnels to the lake

divine figures and gigantic lizards amid cracking mountains, clouds, and geometric flourishes. Crimson light emanates from within, and the smell of sulfur is thick in the air. Characters who

Journey down Esker Brook

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

Dargaard Mountains, constantly cloaked in dark clouds that often spread their gloom across the surrounding land. A character who succeeds on a DC 12 Intelligence (History) check knows the Solamnic

fighting; they’re following rumors of well-paying mercenary work. 3 The characters see a small, burned farmhouse. A character who investigates and succeeds on a DC 14 Wisdom (Survival) check finds no

Traveling the Skybridge

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

destination: The mist on the horizon parts, revealing a gigantic tree thousands of feet tall, its highest branches hidden by clouds. The great tree’s boughs are bent, barren, and lifeless. A character who

succeeds on a DC 12 Intelligence (History) check knows this tree is Bathalang Puno, one of the holy trees of the Dayawlongon archipelago that was burned by invaders long ago. Soon after the characters sight the tree, the stench of ash permeates the air.

Clash of Fallen Flames

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

their audacity—if one character submits to her, she will spare the others. The one who submits must agree to be burned to death by Ignia for all to see. If any among the characters wish to join the

dragonnels flee across the battlefield. Creatures on the spire or otherwise above ground level must succeed on a DC 14 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone. 8 A random player character notices the clouds

Hive Ward

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

pave the way for reconstruction and renewal. In the Hive, however, Wreaker activity sometimes compounds the miseries of everyday life when their fires—vain attempts to garner attention from the movers

fortress of rehabilitation and renewal. The tiered, ivory sanctuary rests on a hill at the end of Bedlam Run, a curved road that rises to meet the headquarters above the Hive. Calming fountains cascade

City Celebrations

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

. Although some of the dancing is wanton and performed for show, large-scale ring dances in the street for all ages are also popular. All the dancing ends at dusk, after which bards and minstrels perform at

depiction, for it represents one of a handful of dragons the city has faced in its history. After being paraded to a square near where the dragon was defeated or driven off, the enormous effigy is burned

Forests of Slaughter

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5

. The turf is burned and overturned, revealing the stone floor in places. A behir spends its days sleeping and eating in this chamber. The creature is asleep or otherwise preoccupied when the

of Renewal A pool in this cavern glows with pale yellow light. Northeast of the pool, the turf gives way to a stone floor with a black gate set into it. East of the gate is a contact stone. Pool

Locations V - Z

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

, see the Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide. Suggested Encounter Shortly after the characters arrive in Waterdeep, a cloud giant castle emerges from the clouds overhead and looms above the city, its

remains of an older stone building that caught fire and burned down, stands near the main gates next to the stables. The hulking yet friendly proprietor, Arzastra (LG female half-ogre), recently took pity

The Seldarine

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

be with. Stories of Hanali’s romantic adventures among elves and other mortals are perennial favorites when sung by elf bards and poets. In Arvandor, Hanali maintains a hidden pool called Evergold

least a century. More than a few elves claim to have experienced this benefit, and the truth of it is attested by many bards — sometimes in all earnestness, sometimes with a knowing wink. Priests of

Lady's Ward

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

, supposedly impartial magistrate appointed by the Guvners. Punishments are tailored to fit the crime, and advocates are strongly encouraged. Lawyers and orators, these civil servants include bards

inmates appear in the Prison Inmates table. Prison Inmates d12 Inmate 1 A chaotic evil storm giant conquerer who darkened Sigil’s skies with storm clouds 2 A disheveled wizard named Gifad (chaotic

Fane Locations

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

the ogre skeleton. This room houses three Emberhorn minotaurs waiting to receive the “blessing of Imix” (the ability to breathe clouds of burning embers). The ogre was a minion of the earth cult

Locations E - H

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

burned wood hangs in the air above rows of incinerated trees. Goldenfields Goldenfields is a walled farming complex dedicated to Chauntea, the goddess of agriculture. It also serves as a base for the

. A wooden hangman’s scaffold stands in the center of the marketplace, and on certain nights, when clouds obscure the waning moon, luminous ghosts wander around it, going about the business of the

Locations R - U

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

are even more formidable than the knights and have served the city well for years. Silverymoon is also a haven for Harpers — not surprising, given that many Harpers are wizards and bards. Grand and

abandoned dwarven delve but those claimed by dragons. Star Mounts Cloaked in clouds and vaguely menacing, these mountains rise from the heart of the High Forest and are tall enough to be seen from

Chromatic Dragons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

an avalanche as it attacks. Overlords and Minions. Blue dragons covet valuable and talented creatures whose service reinforces their sense of superiority. Bards, sages, artists, wizards, and assassins

dragon’s favored treasures are the sentient creatures it bends to its will, including significant figures such as popular heroes, well-known sages, and renowned bards. Among material treasures, a green

Metallic Dragons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

tricks with good humor. Copper dragons are particularly fond of bards. A dragon might carve out part of its lair as a temporary abode for a bard willing to regale it with stories, riddles, and music. To

Silver Dragon’s Lair Silver dragons dwell among the clouds, making their lairs on secluded cold mountain peaks. Though many are comfortable in natural cavern complexes or abandoned mines, silver

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