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Acquisitions Incorporated
skill in battle, and for his propensity to fall asleep as soon as a fight is done (as well as countless other inopportune times). More immediately notable is the unique physical trait that all members
come to realize that reinforcing Donaar's self-congratulating sense of draconic entitlement makes it remarkably easy to win his favor.
Despite his easily massaged vanity, the dragonborn sometimes shows
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
vast stores of treasure, knowledge, and captives on their islands. Some of these prisoners are the descendants of people captured generations before; they might know of no other world outside their
failed save, the creature feels an intense urge to use its movement on each of its turns to enter the lair and to move toward the morkoth’s location (the target doesn’t realize it’s
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
realize they enjoy hunting together.
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A tempestuous marid continually floods the carefully dried-out lair of a topaz dragon.
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A sahuagin baron attempts to gain the support of other sahuagin
dragons decorate their lairs with mirrors to make them look bigger and brighter, as well as fabric and objects in golden shades that complement their scales. They obsessively organize their hoards but
Dwarf
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and hardy, dwarves are known as skilled warriors, miners, and workers of stone and metal. Though they stand well under 5 feet tall, dwarves are so broad and compact that they can weigh as much as a
field of battle centuries ago.
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Dwarves get along passably well with most other races. “The difference between an acquaintance and a friend is about a hundred years,” is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Ship Features Each ship has the statistics of a sailing ship (see the Airborne and Waterborne Vehicles table in chapter 5 of the Dungeon Master’s Guide) as well as the features described in the
the threat. The drow prefer to take captives or render enemies unconscious rather than kill them. Captives are thrown in the brig (area J15) until Jarlaxle decides what to do with them, and their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
Underdark below Phandalin. In this chapter, the characters learn more about the fanatics and rescue the kidnap victims from Phandalin. However, doing so—as well as stopping the ritual that threatens to turn
Phandalin’s townspeople into mind flayers—will be far more harrowing than the characters realize. Bruce Brenneise The old mind flayer stronghold of Illithinoch has become even more
terrifying with the rise of a cult dedicated to an evil Far Realm entity
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Chapter 9: The Betrayer Revealed Cynthia Sheppard Once Alustriel and Tasha realize Mordenkainen
is a fraud, an epic battle ensues in Sigil Once the characters have all of the Rod of Seven Parts
. However, this chapter reveals that the characters—as well as Alustriel and Tasha—have been deceived. The fake Mordenkainen reveals himself to be Kas the Betrayer, Vecna’s former ally and current
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
characters should have magic items to help them overcome the challenges they face. For a small party, the most important qualities are experience and caution. A group of four well-played characters can expect
. The adventure contains some possible answers. Keep track of the fate of important giants and their allies or captives. Escaping adversaries will generally flee to the next higher-ranking stronghold
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
rock draperies formed by water seepage.
Fungi. Growing out of mounds of bat guano are several towering zurkhwoods, as well as patches of barrelstalk, bluecap, and trillimac.
Noise. Eerie clicking
to avoid contact with large, well-armed groups. A party of adventurers moving through the cavern with light sources is enough to keep the hook horrors at bay, as they click and chirp eerily to one
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
What the Redbrands Know If the characters charm or successfully question any of the Redbrands, they can learn the location of the main entrance to their hideout (area R1) as well as the following
). Complex Guardian. The lower part of the complex is guarded by a hideous “eye monster” (see area R8). Prisoners. The Redbrands have a handful of captives in a holding area “near the old crypts,” which are guarded by skeletons (see area R4 for details).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
replace conflicts that don’t resonate with your players as well as conflicts you’re having trouble building adventures around. Conflict Arcs In the same way you think about character arcs over the
has a broader reach and represents a greater threat. The threshold of a new tier can also be an opportunity for characters to realize the scale of a conflict they’ve been dealing with—to realize, for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
something called a “straitjacket” instead. If the characters interrupt them, the gnomes realize that the new arrivals might have another solution, so they fill in what’s been happening and ask for any
inventions that serve no purpose, as well as worktables strewn with tinker’s tools. A 10-foot-high ledge overlooks the room, set with a wooden pedestal on which sits a leather-bound book. Treasure. The book
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Dealing with the Arcane Brotherhood In this chapter, two wizards of the Arcane Brotherhood attempt to realize their grand ambitions: Vellynne Harpell and Avarice. Both are described in appendix C. If
summoning. If the characters helped Dzaan’s simulacrum become a real person in chapter 2 (see “Lost Spire of Netheril”), he might be present as well. Without a full complement of spells, Dzaan isn’t nearly as
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
subject matters vary, and the works have suffered years of neglect. The ancient tower attached to the house abuts the room. Statue. Those who investigate the statue realize it is hollow and the figure’s
. The four busts and six paintings in this room are well made, and each fetches 50 gp from a collector. They are bulky, though: the busts each weigh 30 pounds, and the framed paintings weigh 15 pounds each.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
Many Things. This chapter also includes suggestions for other ways adventurers might end up in the Donjon Sphere, as well as advice for how to continue a campaign or keep it on track if the party gets
specimens from across the cosmos. They used strange magic to peer into the minds of their captives and observe them in simulated environments, curious to understand the minds of these alien creatures
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
don’t recognize these names yet, that’s good! Once they learn in the game where they’re headed, they’ll realize they’ve heard of the location and can head in the right direction at will. The reverse side
of the poster map has player-friendly maps of the town of Phandalin as well as recurring encounter locations. Mike Schley Sword Coast region surrounding PhandalinView Unlabeled Version
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
way the adventure unfolds. The characters can learn the following things from talking with their fellow prisoners, some of who have been captives of the drow for a tenday or two: There are nineteen
drow at the outpost, including Ilvara, Shoor, and Jorlan, as well as another priestess named Asha. There are also a dozen quaggoths and a number of giant spiders. Three drow guards watch the slave pen
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
mercenaries who are increasing in power and status at the same rate they are. Whether they interact with the Aurum as ally or enemy, at some point the adventurers might well realize that the Concordians
Kobold
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
sewer tunnels, paying them with food and tools the kobolds wouldn’t have access to on their own. If they are treated well and left alone to do the job, the kobolds work industriously and build a
comedic preparations sometimes give rescuers time to locate and free the captives before the kobolds settle down for the main course.
Hatred
Because the gnome god Garl Glittergold trapped the kobold
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
General Features The hideout consists of well-built dungeon chambers with flagstone floors and walls of dressed stone blocks. The western end of the complex is lower than the eastern end, with stairs
characters charm or successfully question any of the Redbrands, they can learn the location of their hideout under Tresendar Manor as well as the following useful information:
The leader of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
5. Village Well and Square A well stands at the center of the village square. Four buildings surround it: an empty shrine, a wheelwright’s shop, a tavern, and a stable.
Timber merchants, woodsfolk
, and others haggle over the finer lumber here, and wagons carry supplies. See areas 2, area 3, and area 4 for more information about the tavern, the stable, and the shrine. The well is 40 feet deep
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
5. Village Well and Square A well stands at the center of the village square. Four buildings surround it: an empty shrine, a wheelwright’s shop, a tavern, and a stable. Timber merchants, woodsfolk
, and others haggle over the finer lumber here, and wagons carry supplies. See areas 2, 3, and 4 for more information about the tavern, the stable, and the shrine. The well is 40 feet deep, cold, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
kidnapped humanoids from Waterdeep and Undermountain and put them to sleep in these capsules, which link their dreaming minds to the ulitharid’s dizzying intellect. These captives believe they’re in
captive audience reacts. Meanwhile, it continues to use its telepathy to reach out to the Waterdavians in the city above, gathering more information to better realize its version of the city.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
knight once they realize he’s willing to help them. Development Characters who parley with Olanthius can gain a valuable ally in the fight against Zariel. To stand any chance of swaying the death
, as well as the location of Kostchtchie’s Maw, on the characters’ map. Once Kostchtchie is released, the characters can report back to Olanthius at the Crypt of the Hellriders, whereupon he reveals the Bleeding Citadel’s location.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
toward it. Upon its return, Stool is greatly disturbed by the changes it encounters in the grove. It isn’t well acquainted with either sovereign, but finds itself drawn toward Basidia. The former drow
prisoner Sarith Kzekarit might also become the party’s guide, owing to his extensive knowledge of the Underdark. Though the party doesn’t realize it, Sarith is infected with Zuggtmoy’s spores, which
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
realize the truth—whatever it may be—in their own time. When asked directly if the young lovers are Caerwyn and Porphura reborn, the Gardener is slyly evasive with a twinkle in their eye. After
offering their well wishes, the Gardener hands each character (and Juliana and Orlando if they’re present) a white flower petal and informs them the fairy ring (area G1) can take them home if they carry the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Tethyrian human). Cavil is armed with a +1 wand of the war mage. If the characters don’t attack immediately, Cavil tosses a few words at them before ordering the thugs to attack: “Well met!” says the
captives and learn that they were hired by a dwarf named Drannin. “Gargosh” feigns amazement: “My cousin Drannin? That cad! He stole my diary because he wants the axe and all the glory for himself! We need
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
. A larger settlement includes many Humanoid inhabitants, as well as companion animals and other creatures of the Giant type, such as ettins, ogres, or cyclopes. Often these are divided among the
with its effects. 6 Adventurers are asked to deliver a ransom to a giants’ settlement to secure the freedom of a very important captive, but the giants decide the adventurers would be even more valuable captives!
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
for his well-being, Naevys sought the counsel of a mage’s guild in a neighboring city. With the help of scrying spells, the mages gleaned the truth and revealed Charmayne’s treachery to Naevys. The
anyone born in Ghalasine from entering or leaving the city. As she came to realize the people of Ghalasine didn’t love her as they did the king, Charmayne became filled with rage. She used magic to tear
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
behalf of the group. When creatures that are already engaged in battle realize they’re likely to lose, they usually try to exit that battle. A monster is likely to flee if either of the following is true
, if it is obvious to you that a creature is going to lose, assume it’s obvious to that creature as well. Avoiding or Ending a Fight A creature that wishes to end or avoid a fight has two options
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
. Dry Well The characters might correctly assume that this place is what it looks like: the site of a well (which is now abandoned). If they approach to within 5 feet of the stone wall, they can peer over
seeing the bottom of the pit. If they don’t see the grick at the same time it sees them, the monster lurches out of the well to confront its prey. A character who can see into the hole and has a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
thing to do, but they are smart enough to realize that the strategic death of an individual can buy valuable time for the rest of the tribe, and each individual reluctantly accepts this need for
sacrifice when it presents itself. This practice contributes to the reason why most common folk (and adventurers) think kobolds are stupid as well as weak; they’ve seen or heard of a lone kobold trying to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
individual approaches, you realize they are more than simply thin—the figure is a skeleton clothed in a yellow-and-magenta dress, with many colorful bead necklaces hanging from the exposed vertebrae of
in the region, they’re not unheard of, and the skeleton is a well-liked member of the community. Rufina is neutral good and uses the commoner stat block, but is Undead and doesn’t require air, food
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
spirit nagas in area 15c, as well as their thralls in areas 11b, 15c, and 15f. The spirit nagas and their thralls avoid killing humanoid intruders if they can. Prisoners who can’t be enslaved are
thrown into the arena (area 15a) without their weapons and forced to fight to the death against the nagas’ thralls. 15a. Arena The Ssethian Scourges sometimes have their thralls fight captives for their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
The three chambers south of the bugbear complex are occupied by orc captives that are considered docile by their captors. As such, these rooms are not heavily guarded. Each door is barred on the outside
point of being nearly helpless. They will defend themselves if harmed, but they offer no resistance otherwise. 9. Barracks This room holds twenty-four unarmed orc captives (six orcs, eighteen orc