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Genasi
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Elemental Evil Player's Companion
self-assurance in one genasi and as arrogance in another. Such self- confidence can sometimes blind genasi to risk, and their great plans often get them and others into trouble.
Too much failure can
genasi in the Realms are descendants of the djinn and efreet who once ruled Calimshan. When those rulers were overthrown, their planetouched children were scattered. Over thousands of years, the
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
thin cloak of mist forms around her. Blades of ice grow out of her body at odd angles, breaking off before they get too long. When she moves, her body crackles.
In this form, Auril creates weapons of
solstice, with divine power far beyond what is reflected in the stat blocks presented here.
After finishing a long rest, Auril regains any of her forms that were destroyed, provided at least one
Yuan-ti Pureblood
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
can transform an individual into a more powerful type. The cost and time required to perform the ritual is prohibitive, and as a result most yuan-ti never get the opportunity to undergo such a
— yuan-ti make perfect courtiers. And, worse for the rest of us, rulers.
— Elminster
The physical and magical prowess of the yuan-ti empire allowed the former humans to retain their
Sorcerer
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from him in a mighty blast of lightning. Crouching behind a stalagmite, a halfling points a finger at a charging troglodyte. A blast of fire springs from her finger to strike the creature. She ducks
motivations driving them to adventure. Some seek a greater understanding of the magical force that infuses them, or the answer to the mystery of its origin. Others hope to find a way to get rid of it, or to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rrakkma
only visible way out is back through the portal. Lighting This area is well lit. The charging Gith Capacitor creates A LOT of light. Creatures/NPCs A star spawn seer and its guardian star spawn hulk are
helping the ulitharid charge the artifact. Objectives/Goals The ulitharid has a pact with the star spawn seer and spends its time focused on charging the Gith Capacitor. If the star spawn seer is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rrakkma
star spawn seer in the Far Realm, and that they may want to get a move on, as the artifact has already begun charging.
are slick because of the water and walking on them is normally no trouble. However, once combat begins, anyone charging across the floor must make a successful DC 15 Dexterity (Acrobatics) check or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
to stoop to get down to that level! A giant’s metal hammer could serve as an anvil for a human smith, and a giant’s shield is bigger and heavier than a feasting table. Giants Are Heavy. If a giant
a giant beating a weapon against its shield and bellowing a challenge to foes are strident enough to knock dishes from shelves and rattle doors in their frames. Giants Are Strong. A charging warhorse
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Draw In the Players If an adventure situation directly affects the characters or the people and places they care about, that is often enough motivation for the characters to get involved. (However
gods, rulers, or other patrons who might send them on quests, either directly or through intermediaries. Subvert Clichés
As you populate your world with interesting supporting characters, consider
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
leaders in Abanasinia What would be the Lords’ Alliance instead represents the local rulers of the scattered towns of Abanasinia that are not controlled by the Seekers. These settlements mostly lie
truly do search for evidence of the gods, many are more concerned with establishing and controlling local rule, and do not shy away from using coercion and threats to get their way.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Structured Society The goal of every yuan-ti is to transform itself into the ideal combination of snake and humanoid. This attitude is reflected in yuan-ti society by a caste system, with status
-ti as the rulers of a region. Yuan-ti Abominations Mostly ophidian, but with humanlike arms that can wield weapons and use tools, abominations closely resemble the perfect form that the serpent gods
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
ultimately under the command of Sora Katra, one of the rulers of Droaam. Physical violence is its specialty, but Daask also dabbles in illegal drugs. House Tarkanan. House Tarkanan is known as a small
modest lifestyle, plus an additional 1d6 gp in profit per week. You can access contraband and fences as described earlier in this section, but you don’t get a discount at syndicate-owned businesses
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Fighters “Slow to learn, aren’t they?” a white-haired old knight who’d lost his helm in the last fray drawled. “This is getting to be like a proper romp in the Dragonjaws, it is! I’ll have to get my
lands have militia for protection against their enemies, and many great rulers in the Realms’ past were fighters of some sort. There are always opportunities for those who know how to handle themselves
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
check to which the character’s prior training and experience (reflected in the character’s background) reasonably applies. The DM is the ultimate judge of whether the character’s background applies. For
personality trait of “I never have a plan, but I’m great at making things up as I go along” might apply the bonus when engaging in some off-the-cuff deception to get out of a tight spot. A player should
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
don’t get to choose our stories,” the god explained. “Don’t we?” Asteria replied. “I chose to see Euryale differently, as she did me. That was enough to change our stories once, years ago. Let me
women could get new destinies, but they might be no better than the last, and they could be worse. But Asteria was adamant, so Istus reached into the sky and pulled down twenty-two constellations to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
finished items from raw materials (reflected in your proficiency with a certain kind of artisan’s tools), as well as the principles of trade and good business practices. The question now is whether
don’t part with my money easily and will haggle tirelessly to get the best deal possible. 8 I’m well known for my work, and I want to make sure everyone appreciates it. I’m always taken aback when people
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
know any better, you might be able to intimidate or deceive to get favors or special treatment. Suggested Characteristics Plaintiffs come in many varieties. Some are innocent bystanders who want only
pursue their dreams. (Chaotic)
3 Greed. Everyone I see is getting theirs, so I’m surely going to get mine. (Evil)
4 Chaos. You’re out of order! And you’re out of order! This whole realm is out
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
could ever be. While it is easy and pleasing enough to get lost among the trees of the city, anyone who comes close enough to the River Raurin is awed by the vision of the Moonbridge: the great arch of
the mythal. Should a foe try to traverse the Moonbridge, the span can be willed (by the city’s rulers, and certain others specially attuned to the mythal) out of existence, dropping attackers into the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
during the Hiring Fair or the Shieldmeet festival, each summer at least one adventuring band seems to get its start in Yartar. Most fall into obscurity, but the Smiling Company — the still-active
merchant trying to get the upper hand on a rival, either through damage of goods, intimidation of workers, or theft of patrons and customers. To curb and control rowdiness, the Waterbaron employs the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Undead troops, gaining them access to Kalaman’s rulers under the guise of being helpful Knights of Solamnia. During their audience with the city’s rulers, Lord Soth, Caradoc, and their Undead knights
aren’t actually coming, but saying so did allow him to get his lord’s retinue through the city gates. No, he won’t say who his lord is. No, he doesn’t serve the Red Dragon Army—not quite. He serves
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
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Many immigrants owe their safe and comfortable lives in our city to this man, but claims have surfaced recently charging him with corruption, saying that he took money from immigrants in exchange
Layabout who tries to do as little work as possible 4 Eternal optimist who encourages victims of crime to have hope and look on the bright side 5 Investigator who loves to get to the bottom of a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
temperament, combined with their disinterest in moral quandaries, allows them to get along with—or at least abide—most creatures they encounter. They frequently enter symbiotic relationships with other sea
back.
8 An ultroloth works with an adult dragon turtle living in the River Styx, using magic to protect the dragon turtle from the river’s effects and charging travelers for safe passage to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
(matching your chosen proficiency), a signet ring, a set of fine clothes, and a pouch containing 18 gp Feature: Fortune’s Favor Your unexpected good fortune is reflected by a minor boon. You gain the Lucky
to suddenly get a second chance. A rewarded character has often spent many years struggling to escape painful circumstances. Now, extricated from the (sometimes literal) prison that was their former
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
protective of that high status and angling to get even higher 2 High Hoping to improve but not doing much to pursue an increase in status 3 High Unconcerned with maintaining that status 4 Medium On the
looking for the sword. 4 When the characters’ enemies take refuge in a giant-built ruin, an ambitious fire giant offers to help the characters get inside in return for a share of the treasure. 5 A fire
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
. City Government The Free City of Greyhawk is ruled by a council called the Directing Oligarchy, made up of sixteen coequal rulers. This council elects its chief officer, the lord mayor—a position
through open gates aren’t asked to explain their business, nor are they detained or turned back unless they are recognized as known fugitives. Wagons and carts might get searched if they trigger the guards
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
narrative or if the players get off track. Each can be expanded as you like, and is meant to tie into one of the main chapters in the adventure (or to let you gently guide the players in that direction). Each
the unrest along the Sword Coast. The group might besiege a village the characters are staying at, raid and enslave another settlement, or start charging tolls along one of the trade roads of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
narrative or if the players get off track. Each can be expanded as you like, and is meant to tie into one of the main chapters in the adventure (or to let you gently guide the players in that direction). Each
the unrest along the Sword Coast. The group might besiege a village the characters are staying at, raid and enslave another settlement, or start charging tolls along one of the trade roads of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
narrative or if the players get off track. Each can be expanded as you like, and is meant to tie into one of the main chapters in the adventure (or to let you gently guide the players in that direction). Each
the unrest along the Sword Coast. The group might besiege a village the characters are staying at, raid and enslave another settlement, or start charging tolls along one of the trade roads of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
terms. The year seemed to drag on and on, and when it finally ended, Alagarthas found himself with only one way to get home: a path that, according to Endelyn, is visible “only in the light of the eight
open flame. If Alagarthas is allowed to light all eight beacons by himself, read: Beneath the light of all the beacons, you see reflected in the mirror-like surface of the lake a forest of ancient trees
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
spell cast to unlock, damage, or re-mold the doors automatically fails. Characters can use dimension door or similar magic to get past the doors. They can also slip through the cracks between the doors
carved relief shows a column of mounted knights charging through a portal into a fiery hellscape.
Zariel’s warlocks helped build the Crypt of the Hellriders to gain infernal power in their mortal world
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
hen house,” and she should reply with “Only to a small fox.” When you locate her, tell her that it’s safe to “Move the cargo along the Platinum Road.” And that’s it. She’ll give you the treasure to get
out of Neverwinter safely. The whole affair should take a few hours, and then you can be on your way. You can get the goods to me when you return.”
Omin’s primary concern is to have Oppal’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
replica tridrones and one replica quadrone, whose task is to bring a modron charging station — the two metallic walls — back online. These replica modrons look exactly like their true modron
charging station regains 5 hit points if it has at least 1 hit point. A replica modron standing within 5 feet of either of the charging station’s walls has advantage on attack rolls. Any other creature
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
laced with bawdy insults and lewd gestures. Only on rare occasions do things get physical, and even then, the Fey do little more than bite, scratch, and hurl mud at each other. Every now and then, the
two queens lock horns, causing tensions to rise throughout the Feywild. If only one of them can get her way, what would normally be a squabble can turn to bloodshed. But only the Fey queens can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
get into the cell for some reason, one of them leaves to fetch the sheriff while the other waits. B7. Marketplace The marketplace is a roughly circular space in the center of town where local and
as such it’s the rowdiest and most dangerous place to stay in Bryn Shander. At the same time, its taproom is the best place in all of Ten-Towns to get the latest news and rumors, including leads on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
12 Wisdom (Medicine) check determines that most of the victims were killed by giant blades. A Final Courtesy. As the characters get their bearings, read or paraphrase the following: A shimmering
character who succeeds on a DC 12 Intelligence (History) check knows that the nation’s rulers use magic to give themselves long life and ensure the stability of the land. If the imperial line has lost
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
save shattered thrones, with no rulers but the dead. Dragons shall rule the world entire …” Guided by this new vision, Severin has worked tirelessly to bring about the ascendance to power of living
the “shattered thrones” part of the ancient prophecy and attempts to assassinate rulers and destroy their seats of power.
An adventurer closes a portal, preventing an agent of Tiamat from