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Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
involved, have a strong chance of knowing who is.
Suggested Characteristics
Sages are defined by their extensive studies, and their characteristics reflect this life of study. Devoted to
convey the impression of great erudition.
2
I’ve read every book in the world’s greatest libraries—or I like to boast that I have.
3
I’m used to helping out those who
Magic Items
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
Intelligence of 22, a Wisdom of 18, and a Charisma of 24, as well as hearing and truesight out to a range of 120 feet.
The shield can speak, read, and understand Common and Infernal, and it can communicate
evil and good on the shield has a 1 percent chance of freeing the pit fiend, or automatically succeeds if the spell is cast by a solar, a planetar, or an archdevil. A god can release the pit fiend by
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
can tease out their hearts’ desires after a few minutes of conversation, and with a few leading questions you can read them like they were children’s books. It’s a useful talent, and
chance.
2
I shave coins or forge documents.
3
I insinuate myself into people’s lives to prey on their weakness and secure their fortunes.
4
I put on new identities like clothes
Species
Spelljammer: Adventures in Space
Plasmoids are amorphous beings with no typical shape. In the presence of other folk, they often adopt a similar shape, but there’s little chance of mistaking a plasmoid for anything else. They
the scores can be raised above 20.
Languages
Your character can speak, read, and write Common and one other language that you and your DM agree is appropriate for the character. The Player’s
monsters
Claustrophobia. While underground or in an indoor space smaller than 10 feet in diameter, Wrin makes ability checks and attack rolls with Disadvantage.
Read the Stars (1/Day). By spending 1 hour
studying the night sky, Wrin can attempt to read the future in the stars. Wrin can’t use this trait during the day, on an overcast night, or when she otherwise can’t study the stars. The
Charlatan
Legacy
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Backgrounds
Player’s Handbook (2014)
You have always had a way with people. You know what makes them tick, you can tease out their hearts’ desires after a few minutes of conversation, and with a few leading questions you can read
or roll on the table below.
d6
Scam
1
I cheat at games of chance.
2
I shave coins or forge documents.
3
I insinuate myself into people’s lives to prey on their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
on Charisma (Persuasion) checks made to interact with dwarves. In addition, while attuned to the belt, you have a 50 percent chance each day at dawn of growing a full beard if you’re capable of
, and you have resistance against poison damage. You have darkvision out to a range of 60 feet. You can speak, read, and write Dwarvish.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
on Charisma (Persuasion) checks made to interact with dwarves. In addition, while attuned to the belt, you have a 50 percent chance each day at dawn of growing a full beard if you’re capable of
, and you have resistance against poison damage. You have darkvision out to a range of 60 feet. You can speak, read, and write Dwarvish. Right to Left: Berserker Axe, Bag of Tricks, Belt of Dwarvenkind, and Belt of Stone Giant Strength
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
on Charisma (Persuasion) checks made to interact with dwarves. In addition, while attuned to the belt, you have a 50 percent chance each day at dawn of growing a full beard if you’re capable of
, and you have resistance against poison damage. You have darkvision out to a range of 60 feet. You can speak, read, and write Dwarvish.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
on Charisma (Persuasion) checks made to interact with dwarves. In addition, while attuned to the belt, you have a 50 percent chance each day at dawn of growing a full beard if you’re capable of
, and you have resistance against poison damage. You have darkvision out to a range of 60 feet. You can speak, read, and write Dwarvish. Right to Left: Berserker Axe, Bag of Tricks, Belt of Dwarvenkind, and Belt of Stone Giant Strength
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
something that the DM decides has a chance of both success and failure. The higher your roll, the more likely it is that you succeed. Damage The most common use for dice other than the d20 is to determine
number) in that column. Read across that row for the result. For example, the Trinkets table in “Creating a Character” uses a d100. Percentage Chances Sometimes you might see a rule describing a percentage
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
number) in that column. Read across that row for the result. For example, the Trinkets table in chapter 2 uses a d100. Percentage Chances Sometimes you might see a rule describing a percentage chance of
something that the DM decides has a chance of both success and failure. The higher your roll, the more likely it is that you succeed. Damage The most common use for dice other than the d20 is to determine
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
number) in that column. Read across that row for the result. For example, the Trinkets table in chapter 2 uses a d100. Percentage Chances Sometimes you might see a rule describing a percentage chance of
something that the DM decides has a chance of both success and failure. The higher your roll, the more likely it is that you succeed. Damage The most common use for dice other than the d20 is to determine
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
something that the DM decides has a chance of both success and failure. The higher your roll, the more likely it is that you succeed. Damage The most common use for dice other than the d20 is to determine
number) in that column. Read across that row for the result. For example, the Trinkets table in “Creating a Character” uses a d100. Percentage Chances Sometimes you might see a rule describing a percentage
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
alarm Iskander, who sees his chance for escape dwindling. In a panic, he grabs the Blue Dragon Mask and dashes to the tower balcony. As the characters prepare to enter the maze for the first time, or if
they are spending too long in the village, read or paraphrase the following. As you prepare to step onto the garden path, you notice movement high up on the tower. A human male dressed in black robes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
alarm Iskander, who sees his chance for escape dwindling. In a panic, he grabs the Blue Dragon Mask and dashes to the tower balcony. As the characters prepare to enter the maze for the first time, or if
they are spending too long in the village, read or paraphrase the following. As you prepare to step onto the garden path, you notice movement high up on the tower. A human male dressed in black robes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Walls alone holds more Cyran refugees than Karrnath has allowed across its borders. If you read the Sharn Inquisitive or the Korranberg Chronicle, you’ve heard the endless litany of how difficult life
, Tavick’s Landing offers a host of opportunities to enjoy food and entertainment from distant lands. Or you might find yourself here for one of a few specific reasons, such as: Take a chance. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Walls alone holds more Cyran refugees than Karrnath has allowed across its borders. If you read the Sharn Inquisitive or the Korranberg Chronicle, you’ve heard the endless litany of how difficult life
, Tavick’s Landing offers a host of opportunities to enjoy food and entertainment from distant lands. Or you might find yourself here for one of a few specific reasons, such as: Take a chance. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
him the chance to turn her into a vampire spawn. The blood in the tub isn’t real, but rather a manifestation of Varushka’s tormented spirit. If the blood is disturbed in any way, read: A blood
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
is thrown into chaos. As members of the City Guard, the City Watch, and the Watchful Order of Magists and Protectors rush to the scene, the characters are afforded a chance to assess the damage and
fireball goes off early in the morning, at a time when all the characters are in Trollskull Manor. Read aloud the following text to set the scene: Windows rattle as the roar of an explosion fills Trollskull
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
him the chance to turn her into a vampire spawn. The blood in the tub isn’t real, but rather a manifestation of Varushka’s tormented spirit. If the blood is disturbed in any way, read: A blood
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
is thrown into chaos. As members of the City Guard, the City Watch, and the Watchful Order of Magists and Protectors rush to the scene, the characters are afforded a chance to assess the damage and
fireball goes off early in the morning, at a time when all the characters are in Trollskull Manor. Read aloud the following text to set the scene: Windows rattle as the roar of an explosion fills Trollskull
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a7
9. Complex of Secret Doors If someone opens the door on the east wall of area 8, read: The small room beyond the door is empty and appears to have no other exits.
The south wall contains the first
the area from hidden devices in the walls and ceilings, and there is a 50 percent chance that one character, randomly determined, in each such area must succeed on a DC 20 Dexterity saving throw or take 5 (1d10) piercing damage. There is no way to prevent the bolts from being triggered.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a7
9. Complex of Secret Doors If someone opens the door on the east wall of area 8, read: The small room beyond the door is empty and appears to have no other exits.
The south wall contains the first
the area from hidden devices in the walls and ceilings, and there is a 50 percent chance that one character, randomly determined, in each such area must succeed on a DC 20 Dexterity saving throw or take 5 (1d10) piercing damage. There is no way to prevent the bolts from being triggered.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
The Old Dartwild Cabin As the characters approach the cabin, read the following text: The front door of the cabin is wide open, and a rotten stench emanates from it. A noise behind you signals the
more than harmless spectators. When the characters enter the cabin, read the following text: The cabin is full of buzzing flies. Seated in a dark corner behind a rickety kitchen table is what’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
have had a chance to get to know one another, read: Light rain begins to patter on the cobblestones as the sun sets behind the spires and towers of the city. You see a male vedalken in well-tailored
Starting the Adventure Once the players are ready to begin, read or paraphrase the following introductory text: Life in the Tenth District is never dull. A hub of constant activity, it always offers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
have had a chance to get to know one another, read: Light rain begins to patter on the cobblestones as the sun sets behind the spires and towers of the city. You see a male vedalken in well-tailored
Starting the Adventure Once the players are ready to begin, read or paraphrase the following introductory text: Life in the Tenth District is never dull. A hub of constant activity, it always offers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Wisdom Wisdom reflects how attuned you are to the world around you and represents perceptiveness and intuition. Wisdom Checks A Wisdom check might reflect an effort to read body language, understand
looking in order for the DM to determine your chance of success. For example, a key is hidden beneath a set of folded clothes in the top drawer of a bureau. If you tell the DM that you pace around the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Wisdom Wisdom reflects how attuned you are to the world around you and represents perceptiveness and intuition. Wisdom Checks A Wisdom check might reflect an effort to read body language, understand
looking in order for the DM to determine your chance of success. For example, a key is hidden beneath a set of folded clothes in the top drawer of a bureau. If you tell the DM that you pace around the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Wisdom Wisdom reflects how attuned you are to the world around you and represents perceptiveness and intuition. Wisdom Checks A Wisdom check might reflect an effort to read body language, understand
looking in order for the DM to determine your chance of success. For example, a key is hidden beneath a set of folded clothes in the top drawer of a bureau. If you tell the DM that you pace around the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
The Old Dartwild Cabin As the characters approach the cabin, read the following text: The front door of the cabin is wide open, and a rotten stench emanates from it. A noise behind you signals the
more than harmless spectators. When the characters enter the cabin, read the following text: The cabin is full of buzzing flies. Seated in a dark corner behind a rickety kitchen table is what’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Wisdom Wisdom reflects how attuned you are to the world around you and represents perceptiveness and intuition. Wisdom Checks A Wisdom check might reflect an effort to read body language, understand
looking in order for the DM to determine your chance of success. For example, a key is hidden beneath a set of folded clothes in the top drawer of a bureau. If you tell the DM that you pace around the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
Rise of the Storm Lord The god of storms is furious with Fheralai for failing him and has sworn to punish her cult. When the time seems right to introduce Talos, read the following boxed text aloud
have a chance to placate him — at your discretion! Talos gladly immolates her with a stroke of lightning if she lacks the words to appease him. Regardless of Fheralai’s own survival, Talos punishes her
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
Raid Against the Machine Immediately after the missing components are installed and Lum is presented, the other agent launches a surprise raid against the first agent’s manor. Read the following
dozen servants (use the cultist stat block). During the raid, both agents attempt to attune to the Infernal Machine. You can decide which one is successful or allow chance to decide (see “Complications
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
or DC 10 Wisdom (Survival) check per hour to find the camp, made by the character leading the way. When the characters find the camp, read the following: The faint smell of smoke hangs on the air as
a single orc.
If the characters can quietly and expeditiously take out the lone orc, they have a chance to surprise the orcs in the cave. If the sentry spots the characters sneaking up, or if it is