chapter contests

Athlete

Backgrounds Mythic Odysseys of Theros

exploits precede you and might open doors or loosen tongues. Whether in one of the poleis, between them, or among the nonhuman peoples of Theros, physical contests and those who pursue them command

comfortable lifestyle, as per the “Practicing a Profession” downtime activity in chapter 8 of the Player’s Handbook.

Semuanya's Bog

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel

wish to join them, they’re welcomed. Run any of the competitions from the Semuanya’s Bog Contests table as detailed in the “Contests” section of chapter 9. Semuanya’s Bog Contests d4 Contest DC

realm of the lizardfolk deity, Semuanya Contests in Semuanya’s Bog Life is good but not easy in Semuanya’s Bog. The spirits of lizardfolk champions engage in endless competition here. If the characters

Arena

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

gamblers, cruel trainers, savage animals, and worse. The Arena Villains table presents just a few ne’er-do-wells who might frequent physical contests. Arena Villains d8 Villain 1 A

champion pankratiast (Akroan hoplite; see chapter 6) has her cronies lock everyone in the arena. She allows none to leave until a challenger defeats her. 2 A minotaur frees all the beasts in the

Dealing with Amrik

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

paying it back. Characters who plan to rip off Amrik must succeed on a Charisma (Deception) check contested by Amrik’s Wisdom (Insight) check, as described under “Contests” in chapter 7 of the

Chapter 1: Port Nyanzaru

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

Chapter 1: Port Nyanzaru Port Nyanzaru hugs the coastline at the south end of the Bay of Chult. No other city exists in Chult, along the coast or anywhere else, except in ruins or overrun by

grand bazaars, glorious mansions and temples, circuses, and gladiatorial contests. Enemies surround Port Nyanzaru on all sides. The jungle teems with ferocious reptiles and murderous undead, pirates

Small Stalls

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

Small Stalls Catch the Dragon by the Tail The fair boasts several small stalls, each run by a Witchlight hand (variable alignments; see the stat block earlier in the chapter). Some of the stalls

faerie bell flowers) Pixie tarts (powdered candy in little cups) Sugar-glazed button mushrooms Tree sap lollipop The remaining stalls offer games and contests that cost 1 ticket punch apiece. A handful

Festivities

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

Contests. Characters can participate in the fish catch as many times as they like. On future rounds, the best villager catches fish totaling 1d4 + 3 feet. Mayor Raven doesn’t participate again. Bad

character participating in the contest and mockingly asks why they enjoy such a ridiculous pastime. (The “Castle Kalaman” section in chapter 4 presents more information on roleplaying Lord Bakaris

Celebrations in Sylvania

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel

happened. Other Celebrations There are countless other celebrations around Sylvania. Use the events here and challenges like those outlined in the “Contests” section of chapter 9 to create more festivities and chances for Kopoha to confide in the characters.

Merchant Princes

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

. Ekene-Afa Deals in weapons, shields, traveling gear, rain catchers, saddles, wagons, and canoes Ekene-Afa (LG female Chultan human gladiator) won numerous gladiatorial contests in Port Nyanzaru’s arena

the assassination, with results guaranteed. Poison is her specialty, and she has a vast personal collection. She sells all the poisons listed in the Poisons table in chapter 8 of the Dungeon Master’s

Areas of the Fire Temple

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

obsidian columns with fiery cracks in them. The air is oppressively warm. Two razerblasts (see chapter 7) keep to the sides of the chamber. How these guards react depends on how the characters arrive

rose red and bearing fire-stitched patterns decorate the chamber. A red-skinned man paces in the middle of the room. This is the lair and study of a fire genasi named Bastian Thermandar (see chapter

Vocath's Base

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis

. For more information about this ship and its crew, see area 6 later in this chapter. Docks 3 and 7 are clear of ships. If the characters are traveling aboard the Second Wind and Krux is in command, he

main balcony, 50 feet above the arena floor, is a private box where Vocath watches the contests, flanked by his two bodyguards. An ornate throne sized for the mercane is situated here, with two smaller

Clerks' Ward

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

describe fill the festhall and its satellite buildings. Contests and duels are held at the Northumber, an outdoor amphitheater, while magical light checkers the stages of its two indoor theaters: the

where creatures can record and relive one another’s sensory experiences through sensory stones (see chapter 1 of this book). For a price of 10 gp, a client can feel the thrill of a researcher’s epiphany

Market Ward

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

. Members hone their bodies and minds through rigorous conditioning, and they regularly challenge others in the Market Ward to contests of artistic, athletic, or spiritual prowess. Because Ciphers tend to

hides a passage into the depths of Undersigil (detailed later in this chapter). Gastrognome Diners never know what to expect from the Gastrognome, an intimate, upscale eatery that looks like a giant

Fighter Subclasses

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

combine rigorous training with physical excellence to deal devastating blows, withstand peril, and garner glory. Whether in athletic contests or bloody battle, Champions strive for the crown of the

Level 3: Spellcasting You have learned to cast spells. See chapter 7 for the rules on spellcasting. The information below details how you use those rules as an Eldritch Knight. Cantrips. You know two

Roleplaying a Giant

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

smiling ones appear in chapter 3 of this book. Masks of Nobility Ancient depictions of Memnor often showed him wearing a two-faced mask. Because of this, cloud giant nobles seldom show their faces, but

the crafters couldn’t succeed. (See chapter 3 of this book for more information on fire giant dreadnoughts.) Fire giants don’t spend a lot of time crafting works of art, although they would maintain

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