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Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
material components and using Charisma as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 22):
At will: alter self (can become Medium when changing his appearance), animate dead, detect magic, hold monster
figure, known only to the most learned infernal scholars. He has no cults of his own, and his servants are few in number. The reason is simple: Hutijin hates mortals. When summoned from the Hells, he
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
adventuring. Your ideal is no doubt related to how you view the quest for knowledge and truth—perhaps as a worthy goal in itself, or maybe as a means to a desirable end.
Sage
d8
Personality Trait
1
I use polysyllabic words that 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
Backgrounds
Ghosts of Saltmarsh
it.
6
A pipe, an ale, and the smell of the sea: paradise.
7
I have an endless supply of cautionary tales related to the sea.
8
I don’t mind getting my hands dirty
. (Lawful)
3
Invention. Make what you need out of whatever is at hand. (Chaotic)
4
Perfection. To measure a being and find it lacking is the greatest disappointment. (Evil)
5
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
. You scoured manuscripts, studied scrolls, and listened to the greatest experts on the subjects that interest you. Your efforts have made you a master in your fields of study.
Skill
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
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
the following spells, requiring no material components and using Charisma as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 26):
At will: alter self (can become Medium when changing her appearance), detect
collecting souls from the greatest warriors on the Material Plane. She bargains hard, and there is little hope of wriggling out of a pact. However, she expects the best from her servants, so she
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
as a clan crafter. (For instance, consider the words “guild” and “clan” to be interchangeable.)
Your bond is almost certainly related to the master or the clan that taught
and prove that I am the greatest artisan of them all.
6
I will get revenge on the evil forces that destroyed my place of business and ruined my livelihood.
d6
Flaw
1
I
Sage
Legacy
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Backgrounds
Basic Rules (2014)
You spent years learning the lore of the multiverse. You scoured manuscripts, studied scrolls, and listened to the greatest experts on the subjects that interest you. Your efforts have made you a
world’s greatest libraries—or I like to boast that I have.
3
I’m used to helping out those who aren’t as smart as I am, and I patiently explain anything and everything to
Tortle
Legacy
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Species
The Tortle Package
related to a god and choose to worship that deity. In the Forgotten Realms, tortles are especially fond of Eldath, Gond, Lathander, Savras, Selûne, and Tymora. In the Greyhawk setting, they
prefer simple, non-gender-specific names that are usually no more than two syllables. If a tortle doesn’t like its name for whatever reason, it can change it. A tortle might change its name a dozen
Eye and Hand of Vecna
Legacy
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Magic Items
Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
would allow him to live on as a lich. Beyond death, he became the greatest of all liches. Even though his body gradually withered and decayed, Vecna continued to expand his evil dominion. So formidable
’s lieutenant Kas coveted the Spider Throne for himself, or that the sword his lord made for him seduced him into rebellion. Whatever the reason, Kas brought the Undying King’s rule to an
Kobold
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
undetected and don’t give their targets reason to harm them. For example, a group of city kobolds might sneak into a cobbler’s house at night to loot it of knives, leather bits, nails, and
, giving each individual and every generation a reason to feel pride and self-respect. The kobolds prefer to run away than fight, to live off the scraps of others, and they are often dominated by larger
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
victim to outside forces, such an event is often the clan’s death knell. A Living Monument The masons and stone carvers in a clan consider the stronghold to be their greatest work. In a typical stronghold
their greatest memorial. A clan’s stronghold holds the record of its history and accomplishments. A work that an outsider regards as “merely” intricate stone carving might actually be a carefully
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
your group earns 1 gp per day, or enough to sustain a modest lifestyle. Expenses. In addition to your salary, your group can be reimbursed for expenses related to your work. The newspaper covers the
cost of travel when it’s required for your stories, food when you perform an interview over a meal, communication costs using courier services or message stations, and similar work-related expenses. If
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
for the adventurers to explore and interact with in a constantly changing, lively way. You, the Dungeon Master, play a vital role. The creators of Tyranny of Dragons have tried to foresee the most
the cult. And just like that, they’ll be off and running in directions that aren’t covered by this book. Those kinds of situations put a DM’s skill to the test—but they also produce some of the greatest gaming moments and memories.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
, creatures, locations, and situations for the adventurers to explore and interact with in a constantly changing, lively way. You, the Dungeon Master, play a vital role. The creators of Tyranny of Dragons
handle a situation or how to deal with the cult. And just like that, they’ll be off and running in directions that aren’t covered by this book. Those kinds of situations put a DM’s skill to the test—but they also produce some of the greatest gaming moments and memories.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
, creatures, locations, and situations for the adventurers to explore and interact with in a constantly changing, lively way. You, the Dungeon Master, play a vital role. The creators of Tyranny of Dragons
handle a situation or how to deal with the cult. And just like that, they’ll be off and running in directions that aren’t covered by this book. Those kinds of situations put a DM’s skill to the test—but they also produce some of the greatest gaming moments and memories.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Radiant Citadel
jewels and assemble into amalgamations known as Incarnates. Some are small collections of spirits, but the greatest—related to the citadel’s founding civilizations—are larger-than-life beings that embody the wisdom of ages (see the “Incarnates” section for details).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
jewels and assemble into amalgamations known as Incarnates. Some are small collections of spirits, but the greatest—related to the citadel’s founding civilizations—are larger-than-life beings that embody the wisdom of ages (see the “Incarnates” section for details).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
damaging magic (which can also be used in mining), augmentation (of materials or allies), or divination (to find raw materials and foresee threats to the tribe). The main reason why kobolds depend on
a single hit from a human’s weapon can kill one of them, so a tribe has little use for healing magic, and a sorcerer can meet most of the tribe’s other magic-related needs. Kobold shamans are very
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Fate and Destiny Two closely related concepts loom large in the way mortals think about their place in the world: fate and destiny. The idea of fate is that the course of each mortal’s life is
predetermined, spun out in a tapestry woven by a trio of semidivine women, the Fates. Gods aren’t bound by the strands of fate, their lives and legends constantly changing and endlessly uncertain. In the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Sage You spent years learning the lore of the multiverse. You scoured manuscripts, studied scrolls, and listened to the greatest experts on the subjects that interest you. Your efforts have made you
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 aren’t as smart as I am, and I patiently
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Sage You spent years learning the lore of the multiverse. You scoured manuscripts, studied scrolls, and listened to the greatest experts on the subjects that interest you. Your efforts have made you
Personality Trait
1 I use polysyllabic words that 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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
sentient beings must come to the light of reason and goodness of their own volition. That is why it is not interested in controlling minds: it focuses only on deeds, setting an example to the world in hopes
of inspiring and enlightening others. The Order holds that faith in one’s god, one’s friends, and one’s self are the greatest weapons in quelling the hordes of malice. With such devout conviction, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
prides guard their lands implacably, and without a good reason to be there—or a leonin guide to vouch for one’s presence—outsiders are often chased away. Tethmos Tethmos serves as the default capital for
changing color as the sun moves across the sky. Many leonin matriarchs and other wise souls retire to Tethmos to share their wisdom with all the prides. In recent years, a few non-leonin traders have
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
, consider what circumstances brought you into the wider world. The Leaving the Shadow Marches table offers some inspiration. Leaving the Shadow Marches d8 Reason for Leaving 1 You’re associated with
the Gatekeepers, and you’re on a quest to combat a daelkyr-related threat beyond the bounds of the Shadow Marches. 2 House Tharashk recruited you from the Marches to serve as a mercenary in the Last
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
if it is a potion. The description of each item category or individual item details how an item is activated. Certain items use one or more of the following rules related to their activation. If an
with their usual duration. Certain items make exceptions to these rules, changing the casting time, duration, or other parts of a spell. A magic item, such as certain staffs, may require you to use your
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
interested in everything the characters have to say about their adventures, especially if they’ve witnessed any events related to demonic influence in their visits to other parts of the Underdark. The
svirfneblin (see “Changing Svirfneblin Attitudes”). “Operation: Ooze There?” The Diggermattocks relay rumors that some monster or magic in the northwestern part of the settlement might be responsible
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
I’Cath Domain Trapped in a Dream Darklord: Tsien Chiang Genres: Body horror and cosmic horror Hallmarks: Endlessly changing labyrinth, deadly jiangshi, inescapable dreamworld Mist Talismans: Scrap of
-changing city where food is scarce and jiangshi hunt the living. With twilight comes a terrible choice: endure the uncertain terrors of the waking world or succumb to endless servitude in sleep. I’CATHAN
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Slaadi In the Ever-Changing Chaos of Limbo, bits of forest and meadow, ruined castles, and isolated islands drift through a tumult of fire, water, earth, and wind. The foremost inhabitants of this
Spawning Stone for this reason. The slaadi wiped out every last modron enclave in Limbo. As creatures of utter chaos, slaadi loathe modrons and attack them on sight. Nonetheless, Primus stands by his
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
an endless supply of cautionary tales related to the sea. 8 I don’t mind getting my hands dirty. Shipwright Ideals d6 Ideal 1 Crew. If everyone on deck pitches in, we’ll never sink. (Good) 2
lacking is the greatest disappointment. (Evil) 5 Reflection. Muddied water always clears in time. (Any) 6 Hope. The horizon at sea holds the greatest promise. (Any) Shipwright Bonds d6 Bond 1 I
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
The shape-changing demons known as yochlols are the personal servants of Lolth. They seem to be numberless in the Demonweb Pits, but where they arise from is unknown. Are they spawned from drow souls
actually yochlols in disguise, spying for Lolth. The higher a drow’s standing, the more worrisome this prospect becomes. After all, Lolth has little reason to care about those at the bottom of society
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
hardship or lay down their lives for any of their clan mates, whether related to them by blood or by the devotion that holds the clan together. The Greatest Legacy The life of a dwarf is all about doing good
parents rightfully think of their children as the greatest legacy they can leave the clan, and they raise them with the same care and attention to detail that they give to the items they create. A
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
them to interact and bargain with creatures of both realms. Other popular choices are a place where the ambient energy augments certain kinds of magic, a site related to death such as a burial ground
her final resting place. If she is outmatched, or wants to vacate her lair quickly for some other reason, she uses a mix of her innate spellcasting, rare magic, guile, and the assistance of minions to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
add more detail to this friendly character and establish how your friendship began. 51–70 You spent time working in a job related to your background. Start the game with an extra 2d6 gp. 71–75 You met
your DM to come up with the reason for the battle and the factions involved. It might have been a small conflict between your community and a band of orcs, or it could have been a major battle in a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
fear that any other guild might gain enough power to overwhelm all the others and impose its own values on everyone. For this reason, they focus their efforts on subverting other guilds’ schemes, by
undermining popular and powerful leaders and interfering — often violently — with any effort to build a centralized concentration of authority. The Azorius Senate currently stands as the greatest
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
background ideals related to their worship—along with other boons that might entice you into their service.
Your character doesn’t need to be a follower of any of the gods, but if you’re not, there’s
likely a reason why you’ve avoided them.
In addition to the gods, the supernatural gifts presented earlier in this chapter might influence your background. Consider what story emerges from your