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Dungeon Master’s Guide
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Every Moonblade longs for a bearer whose disposition and goals are compatible with its own. If you try to attune to a Moonblade that doesn’t want you as its bearer, the weapon not only
rejects you but also places a curse on you, causing you to make D20 Test;D20 Tests with Disadvantage for 24 hours or until the curse is ended by a Remove Curse spell or similar magic. If you’re
Monsters
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;whether they want to or not.
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I cannot resist a game of dragonchess—which, I will have you know, my ancestors probably invented.
8
The sight of blood makes me queasy.
Sapphire
important as the treasures themselves. (Any)
4
Order. An organized hoard makes me happy—and you don’t want to see me unhappy. (Lawful)
5
Preparation. Justice and righteousness do
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witness to a murder but doesn’t want to be found or identified.
2
An emerald dragon seeks heroes to participate in a dramatic reenactment of a legendary battle involving dragon riders
must be convinced to defend the school in a contest against a rival college.
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An emerald dragon invisibly tails a party of adventurers, causing trouble for the heroes so the dragon can watch how
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
of Seclusion
1
You led an ill-fated expedition into the Riverveins. Your friends were swept away by flooding, and you’ve never been able to shake the guilt of causing their deaths over
questions asked. Living here isn’t comfortable, but it’s unlikely anyone will find you—and you can stay as long as you want.
Other Hermits
This hermit background assumes a
Monsters
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the only witness to a murder but doesn’t want to be found or identified.
2
An emerald dragon seeks heroes to participate in a dramatic reenactment of a legendary battle involving dragon
and must be convinced to defend the school in a contest against a rival college.
7
An emerald dragon invisibly tails a party of adventurers, causing trouble for the heroes so the dragon can
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
help by paying for improved roofs and lamps in your neighborhood, causing the entire community to celebrate your deed.
4
Fueled by alcohol, you faced down a carrion crawler that slunk out of the
strong, I can take what I want—what I deserve. (Evil)
5
Sincerity. There’s no good in pretending to be something I’m not. (Neutral)
6
Destiny. Nothing and no one can steer
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a murder but doesn’t want to be found or identified.
2
An emerald dragon seeks heroes to participate in a dramatic reenactment of a legendary battle involving dragon riders.
3
An
convinced to defend the school in a contest against a rival college.
7
An emerald dragon invisibly tails a party of adventurers, causing trouble for the heroes so the dragon can watch how they respond
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
doesn’t want to be found or identified.
2
An emerald dragon seeks heroes to participate in a dramatic reenactment of a legendary battle involving dragon riders.
3
An emerald dragon
the school in a contest against a rival college.
7
An emerald dragon invisibly tails a party of adventurers, causing trouble for the heroes so the dragon can watch how they respond.
8
An
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Prisoner 13
The Devil in the Details In the likely event that the characters want more information, Varrin answers their questions succinctly and honestly. He has spent the last of his personal fortune gathering
was a trusted agent of Clan Axebreaker until she betrayed the clan and stole its fortune. If pressed, Varrin reluctantly tells the characters her name (Korda Glintstone), but he stresses that they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
The Devil in the Details In the likely event that the characters want more information, Varrin answers their questions succinctly and honestly. He has spent the last of his personal fortune gathering
was a trusted agent of Clan Axebreaker until she betrayed the clan and stole its fortune. If pressed, Varrin reluctantly tells the characters her name (Korda Glintstone), but he stresses that they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
The Devil in the Details In the likely event that the characters want more information, Varrin answers their questions succinctly and honestly. He has spent the last of his personal fortune gathering
was a trusted agent of Clan Axebreaker until she betrayed the clan and stole its fortune. If pressed, Varrin reluctantly tells the characters her name (Korda Glintstone), but he stresses that they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Prisoner 13
The Devil in the Details In the likely event that the characters want more information, Varrin answers their questions succinctly and honestly. He has spent the last of his personal fortune gathering
was a trusted agent of Clan Axebreaker until she betrayed the clan and stole its fortune. If pressed, Varrin reluctantly tells the characters her name (Korda Glintstone), but he stresses that they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
,” he snarls. “Here’s a whole pack of little puppies. What do you want, puppies? Come here to bark at us?”
If the Redbrands confront the characters in the street, read: As you head back into the street
who are captured or charmed by the characters can impart useful information. (See the “What the Redbrands Know” sidebar below.) Townmaster Harbin Wester won’t want to keep Redbrand prisoners until he
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
,” he snarls. “Here’s a whole pack of little puppies. What do you want, puppies? Come here to bark at us?”
If the Redbrands confront the characters in the street, read: As you head back into the street
who are captured or charmed by the characters can impart useful information. (See the “What the Redbrands Know” sidebar below.) Townmaster Harbin Wester won’t want to keep Redbrand prisoners until he
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
one of the NPCs they’ve met in town ask the characters to investigate Tresendar Manor. However, if the players choose to avoid conflict with the Redbrands because they want to follow other leads in the
area, it’s okay to move on to chapter 3 and let the ruffians wait. The next time the characters return to Phandalin, make it clear that the Redbrands are causing even more trouble and that they need to be dealt with. Some of the Redbrands may also bring the fight to the characters.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
one of the NPCs they’ve met in town ask the characters to investigate Tresendar Manor. However, if the players choose to avoid conflict with the Redbrands because they want to follow other leads in the
area, it’s okay to move on to chapter 3 and let the ruffians wait. The next time the characters return to Phandalin, make it clear that the Redbrands are causing even more trouble and that they need to be dealt with. Some of the Redbrands may also bring the fight to the characters.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
city, speaking about these events only in vague terms—he doesn’t want the area around his shop to be considered dangerous. A character who purchases a pot of tea for 2 sp or who succeeds on a DC 12
both sides, causing the game to conclude in 10 minutes. Talking with the Nobles When they’re ready to talk, Dae-Shim and Ju-Won call for rice wine and ask the characters their business. The pair
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
city, speaking about these events only in vague terms—he doesn’t want the area around his shop to be considered dangerous. A character who purchases a pot of tea for 2 sp or who succeeds on a DC 12
both sides, causing the game to conclude in 10 minutes. Talking with the Nobles When they’re ready to talk, Dae-Shim and Ju-Won call for rice wine and ask the characters their business. The pair
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
After the Exchange With the trade complete, the kagu-svirfneblin thank the characters and escort them back to the inner hall (area F5). They invite the characters to take whatever they want from the
-svirfneblin depart for the Underdark via the tunnel in area F10. The workshop machines soon begin to shake violently, causing the whole lair to tremble. One minute later, the steam cylinder in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
After the Exchange With the trade complete, the kagu-svirfneblin thank the characters and escort them back to the inner hall (area F5). They invite the characters to take whatever they want from the
-svirfneblin depart for the Underdark via the tunnel in area F10. The workshop machines soon begin to shake violently, causing the whole lair to tremble. One minute later, the steam cylinder in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Dragon as Monster For all their vast power, great intellect, and range of possible motivations, dragons are often simple creatures at heart. They want food, a secure lair, and treasure. Many tropes
framework for a monstrous dragon adventure: Stop the Attacks. A dragon is causing problems, and the only solution is to get rid of the dragon. The dragon might be terrorizing the area near the lair
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Stranger Things
. The Proud Princess can point them to the cavern where the flowers grow, but if the characters want to open a gateway, they’ll also need the blood of a monstrosity. Luckily, she knows of one that has
since there are so few creatures in the Upside Down, the only source is the characters themselves. Using a weapon carefully, a character can do minor damage (cutting their palm) causing 1 hp of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Stranger Things
. The Proud Princess can point them to the cavern where the flowers grow, but if the characters want to open a gateway, they’ll also need the blood of a monstrosity. Luckily, she knows of one that has
since there are so few creatures in the Upside Down, the only source is the characters themselves. Using a weapon carefully, a character can do minor damage (cutting their palm) causing 1 hp of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Dragon as Monster For all their vast power, great intellect, and range of possible motivations, dragons are often simple creatures at heart. They want food, a secure lair, and treasure. Many tropes
framework for a monstrous dragon adventure: Stop the Attacks. A dragon is causing problems, and the only solution is to get rid of the dragon. The dragon might be terrorizing the area near the lair
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
Redbrands who still want you dead. Alignment: Neutral. You tend to do whatever seems best at the time. Sure, you’ve done some things you’re not proud of, and you’re not personally committed to making the
world a better place. But you have no interest in causing suffering or making things worse than they already are. View Character Sheet Downloadable PDF
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
giants might be suspicious and protective of their territories, but some might be convinced to share their bounties with travelers willing to entertain them. Disaster, invasion, or want might drive
hill giants from their homes into other people’s lands. Some displaced hill giants might steal what they need or seek revenge for their losses by causing ruin among smaller beings. Others might take up
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
Redbrands who still want you dead. Alignment: Neutral. You tend to do whatever seems best at the time. Sure, you’ve done some things you’re not proud of, and you’re not personally committed to making the
world a better place. But you have no interest in causing suffering or making things worse than they already are. View Character Sheet Downloadable PDF
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
giants might be suspicious and protective of their territories, but some might be convinced to share their bounties with travelers willing to entertain them. Disaster, invasion, or want might drive
hill giants from their homes into other people’s lands. Some displaced hill giants might steal what they need or seek revenge for their losses by causing ruin among smaller beings. Others might take up
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
” section in chapter 3 can issue this challenge. Why a Challenge? Choose one of the following grudges as the reason for the challenge: Dangerous. The Rival accuses the characters of causing the dangerous
events that have occurred over the past two years. They can’t prove it, but they want to punish the characters anyway. Love Polygon. The Rival blames a character for a relationship disappointment
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
isn’t comfortable, but it’s unlikely anyone will find you — and you can stay as long as you want. Hermit Origins Any number of personal choices or ill-fated circumstances might have led you to turn away
friends were swept away by flooding, and you’ve never been able to shake the guilt of causing their deaths over a frivolous lark. You’ve maintained a solitary vigil outside the cavern entrance ever since
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
isn’t comfortable, but it’s unlikely anyone will find you — and you can stay as long as you want. Hermit Origins Any number of personal choices or ill-fated circumstances might have led you to turn away
friends were swept away by flooding, and you’ve never been able to shake the guilt of causing their deaths over a frivolous lark. You’ve maintained a solitary vigil outside the cavern entrance ever since
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
Harrowhall is too challenging for your group, but you want the characters to have a keep, you can use these strategies to decrease the difficulty: Temporary Hit Points. When the characters agree to aid a
know his plan and inform the characters of it. If the characters can’t free the spirits in 3 hours, the new ritual fails disastrously, causing the entire castle to collapse. More Behirs. The behir has
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
more interesting and make combat encounters in those areas more challenging. Give the dungeon some wear and tear. Unless you want to stress that the dungeon’s builders were extraordinarily skillful
make interesting obstacles. Incorporate natural features into even a constructed dungeon. An underground stream might run through the middle of a dwarven stronghold, causing variation in the shapes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
Harrowhall is too challenging for your group, but you want the characters to have a keep, you can use these strategies to decrease the difficulty: Temporary Hit Points. When the characters agree to aid a
know his plan and inform the characters of it. If the characters can’t free the spirits in 3 hours, the new ritual fails disastrously, causing the entire castle to collapse. More Behirs. The behir has
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
more interesting and make combat encounters in those areas more challenging. Give the dungeon some wear and tear. Unless you want to stress that the dungeon’s builders were extraordinarily skillful
make interesting obstacles. Incorporate natural features into even a constructed dungeon. An underground stream might run through the middle of a dwarven stronghold, causing variation in the shapes