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Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
interests at Mammonâs court, which leaves him free to pursue his battle lust.
Despite his lack of interest in affairs outside battle, or perhaps because of it, Bael has gained a small
following of cultists. Those who worship at his altar call him the King of Hell, and the most deluded believe that he is the lord of all devils. In arcane circles, certain writings, such as the dreaded Book
Monsters
The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
them from taking certain courses of action in their lives. Her petitioners often learn of a dreadful fate that awaits them but find themselves unable to prevent it due to the cursed terms of their
this power to trap Iggwilv and her court in temporal stasis. The hags then carved up Iggwilvâs domain, splitting it between them. The sisters couldnât agree on which of them should keep
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
(which could pertain to certain individuals in the group, such as your sponsor or mentor). Your ideal might be concerned with the prevailing philosophy of your court or organization.
Guild
In your earlier days, you were a personage of some significance in a noble court or a bureaucratic organization. You might or might not come from an upper-class family; your talents, rather than the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurerâs Guide
identity as a courtier. The noble court or bureaucratic organization where you got your start is directly or indirectly associated with your bond (which could pertain to certain individuals in the group
, such as your sponsor or mentor). Your ideal might be concerned with the prevailing philosophy of your court or organization.
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
court of the Queen of Air and Darkness, one of the Feywildâs archfey. Goblins thrived in her dangerous domain thanks to a special boon from herâa supernatural knack for finding the weak
. These types donât have rules themselves, but some rules in the game affect creatures of certain types in different ways. For example, the cure wounds spell doesnât work on a Construct or an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
to develop a unique flying style of dance â but amateur enthusiasts arenât welcome, except on certain daylight appearances of the full moon. Even when the full moon isnât out, the Dancing Court is
known as the Dancing Court. Any creatures that enter the sphere find that they can fly about inside it just by willing themselves to do so. For centuries, Waterdavians have used these supernatural events
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
. Without knowing what the other letters are, the writing is impossible to decodeâeven with magicâsince it isnât a meaningful message in its partial form. Buried in the Court of Orestes Although Khea canât
tell the characters much more about the cipher, she recognizes the name Orestes. The line of verse, she says, could refer to the Court of Orestes, the legendary tomb of one of Phenaxâs earliest
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
with King Hekaton out of the picture and the storm giant court in disarray, Zalto has set into motion a plot to wage war on dragonkind for the glory of Surtur and the divine favor of Annam the All
adventurers and a certain ancient red dragon (see the âKlauthen Valeâ section in chapter 3 and the âAirship of a Cultâ section in chapter 4).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masterâs Guide
the animals that occupy his domain. Gloaming Court The Queen of Air and Darkness rules the Gloaming Court, a realm of twilight, fireflies, cobwebs, and autumn leaves accompanied by the music of hooting
owls and croaking frogs. The Fey of the Gloaming Court shun the formalized etiquette and rituals of the Summer Court (see below), instead prizing behavior that is intuitive and instinctual. Prismeer
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
the archfey? Does the archfey have any allegiance to the Summer Court or the Gloaming Court? What traits does the archfey have? Specifically, what do they look like, what is their personality, and
? Does the archfey visit other domains? Are they involved in the politics of the Fey courts? Fey Court Allegiances The Summer Queen and the Queen of Air of Darkness are so powerful that other archfey
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurerâs Guide
are told of it at the gates, and turned away kindly if they have no such gift. Heralds; priests of the gods Oghma, Gond, Deneir, and Milil; certain archmages; and others acknowledged as âfriends of
part ranks to allow the seeker inside to the Court of Air. Visitors are instructed to cross that area and stand before the Emerald Door, where another monk receives them, offers them food, bath, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masterâs Guide (2014)
goals, motivations, and methods. The adventurers might be drawn into the struggle of a court full of nobles vying for the throne in the wake of the kingâs sudden death, or could find themselves
character. One way to handle influence is to treat it like inspiration. A character gains influence in a certain situation only if you grant it, and bringing influence into play requires spending it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Playerâs Handbook
Warlock Subclasses A Warlock subclass is a specialization that grants you features at certain Warlock levels, as specified in the subclass. This section presents the Archfey Patron, Celestial Patron
archfey, such as the Prince of Frost; the Queen of Air and Darkness, ruler of the Gloaming Court; Titania of the Summer Court; or an ancient hag. Or you might call on a spectrum of Fey, weaving a web
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masterâs Guide (2014)
ep outside it. The favored form of currency in the kingdom of Cormyr is the royal coinage of the court, stamped with a dragon on one side and a treasury date mark on the other. There, coppers are
. Electrum and platinum pieces are rarer in these lands. Smaller states use coinage borrowed from other nations and looted from ancient sources. Travelers from certain lands (notably the wizard-dominated
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurerâs Guide
onerous responsibilities. There is some strife in the court, however, for the earls donât seem to trust his âout-vale witch-brideâ (a phrase that infuriates Taumarik, but seems to gently amuse Ylienna
-steads that surround it. Nonetheless, a certain strong breed of merchant travels the narrow mountain passes leading into Hartsvale. The dwarves of Citadel Adbar jestingly refer to these people as
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
they can provide him with an advantage in his politicking. He recruits savvy individuals and relies on them to represent his interests at Mammonâs court, which leaves him free to pursue his battle
most deluded believe that he is the lord of all devils. In arcane circles, certain writings, such as the dreaded Book of Fire, say that Bael revealed the invisibility spell to the world, though some
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
respects, the Feywild has certain similarities to Arvandor. First-time visitors might be excused for not being sure which of the two planes theyâre on for a time after arriving. Unlike Arvandor, however
when they are reincarnated. They believe that an eladrin who excels in life throughout a series of incarnations can eventually come back as a member of the Seelie or Unseelie court or, in extreme cases
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Trackless Sea. Chapter 10 describes the politically charged court of the storm giants and the challenges faced by its current ruler, Princess Serissa. If the characters earn Serissaâs trust, she tasks
Kingâs Thunder. Character Advancement Rather than have you track experience points, this adventure assumes that the characters gain levels by accomplishing certain goals. At the end of each chapter is a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
if they can provide him with an advantage in his own politicking. He recruits savvy individuals and relies on them to represent his interests at Mammonâs court, which leaves Bael free to pursue his
, and the most deluded believe that he is the lord of all devils. In arcane circles, certain writings, such as the dreaded Book of Fire, say that Bael revealed the invisibility spell to the world, though
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
the whereabouts of one. The Lost Giant Relics table summarizes which relics are buried where, and which enemy the characters can choose to defeat if a certain relic is offered up as tribute to the
court of King Hekaton!â HEKATONâS CONCHS
King Hekaton crafted magic conch shells and gave them to various giant lords so that they could appear before him at his imperial summons. When he wanted to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
tower and the staircases suspended above it. P13. Court of Storms The double door on the stone balcony between this area and area P22 is sealed with a lion crown lock (see âCrown Locksâ earlier in the
part of the Court of Storms (area P13) and leads to one of the turrets of the central tower (area P48g on the upper level). P14b. The spiral staircase ascends 30 feet to area P14f. To the northwest
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masterâs Guide (2014)
council, purchase representation at the court of a figurehead monarch, or rule by default because money is the true power in the realm. Many cities in the Forgotten Realms campaign setting, including
landowners or certain classes can vote could be considered a republic. Satrapy. Conquerors and representatives of another government wield power, ruling the settlement or region as part of a larger empire
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
certain defeat at the hands of his other enemies. Roolâs betrayal doesnât make him friendly toward the party. Once Daggerdark is dispatched, Rool continues to fight the adventurers to the bitter end
wrecked upon the waves for this treachery!â A character can use an action to try to persuade the king to stand down or not attack certain targets. That character must succeed on a DC 18 Charisma (Persuasion
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masterâs Guide (2014)
: a prominent playwright, bard, or court fool in whose words, art, or performance the people perceive universal truth. On a smaller scale, this might be an influential local poet, minstrel, satirist
in the death, defeat, or loss, or was the opportunity serendipitous? Despite the leaderâs virtues, one flaw in particular outrages a certain segment of the populace. What is that flaw? What person or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masterâs Guide (2014)
debate within the infernal courts. No one is certain whether Asmodeus had some secret cause to dismiss the archdevil or whether he is testing Geryonâs allegiance for some greater purpose. Malbolge
-spire of Malsheem, home to Asmodeus and his infernal court. Malsheem resembles a gigantic hollowed-out stalagmite. The citadel is also a prison for souls that Asmodeus has locked away for safekeeping
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
, overrun the castle, and are poised to kill Borngray and Pharblex in battle â Pharblex judges that the ideal time to forsake old allies and court new ones has arrived. He offers just about anything in
solitary dragons. Rezmir is working hard to persuade them that they could gain great power by revealing their secret at the strategically correct moment. Until Tiamatâs return looks more certain, however
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
of the bullywugs, overrun the castle, and are poised to kill Borngray and Pharblex in battleâPharblex judges that the ideal time to forsake old allies and court new ones has arrived. He offers just
certain, however, Voaraghamanthar and Waervaerendor intend to keep playing it safe, stick close to home, and guard their secret. Voaraghamanthar and Waervaerendor are not a true faction in the mere
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masterâs Guide
the infernal courts. No one is certain whether Asmodeus had some secret cause to dismiss the archdevil or whether he is testing Geryonâs allegiance for some greater purpose. Malbolge Malbolge, the sixth
plot the conquest of the multiverse. At the center of the layer stands a vast rift of unknown depth, out of which rises the great citadel-spire of Malsheem, home to Asmodeus and his infernal court
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
personage holding court, and so forth. In addition to the statues, huge numbers of glassy baubles are spread throughout these scenes, serving as stand-ins for fruit in a market, as huge jewels worn at a ball
mechanical effects reproduce the magic of certain magic items: a folding boat, wings of flying, and a bag of tricks (tan) Kwalishâs powered armor (see appendix B and appendix D) The âAlien Technology
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
authority in Sigilâs court system, though he casts verdicts in only the most important cases. Hashkar is as long winded as he is knowledgeable, and any inquiry sparks an impromptu lecture. Outside legal
-Mercykillers can gain entry under certain circumstances, such as to present evidence that might exonerate an inmate or visit a low-risk prisoner. Jailers clash with factions that elevate individual
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
, but Qunbraxel was more interested in establishing a court of grimlocks and turning Gibbet Crossing into a lair. Once the Sawplee goblins succeeded at finding the obelisk shards in Phandalin, the
even that itâs a magic item wedged into the stone. Qunbraxel is less certain about the locations of the other fragments. The mind flayer knows the Sawplee goblins acquired the smaller fragments






