class risking gods to have received

Cleric

Classes Player’s Handbook

, Mace, Holy Symbol, Priest's Pack, and 7 GP; or (B) 110 GP Clerics draw power from the realms of the gods and harness it to work miracles. Blessed by a deity, a pantheon, or another immortal entity

, a Cleric can reach out to the divine magic of the Outer Planes—where gods dwell—and channel it to bolster people and battle foes. Because their power is a divine gift, Clerics typically

Leedara

Monsters Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

, Wisdom, Charisma, and immunity to being charmed and frightened. She otherwise uses the possessed target’s statistics, but doesn’t gain access to the target’s knowledge, class

fellow priest, Isolde, drawn into the grim fate of the wicked Knight of Solamnia, Lord Soth;Lord Loren Soth. When Soth failed his gods-given quest to prevent the Cataclysm, he became cursed to exist

Phantom

Classes Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

Many rogues walk a fine line between life and death, risking their own lives and taking the lives of others. While adventuring on that line, some rogues discover a mystical connection to death itself

necromancers practice their craft, a Phantom can become a wizard’s confidant and right hand. In temples of gods of death, the Phantom might work as an agent to track down those who try to cheat

Phantom (TCoE)

Classes Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

Many rogues walk a fine line between life and death, risking their own lives and taking the lives of others. While adventuring on that line, some rogues discover a mystical connection to death itself

necromancers practice their craft, a Phantom can become a wizard’s confidant and right hand. In temples of gods of death, the Phantom might work as an agent to track down those who try to cheat

Reigar

Monsters Spelljammer: Adventures in Space

Glory. The reigar’s Armor Class includes the reigar’s Charisma modifier. Hold Breath. The reigar can hold their breath for 1 hour. Special Equipment. The reigar wears a

stormy seas of Ysgard until the gods of that plane transformed them. They have bioluminescent freckles and the ability to change the coloration of their skin. A glory (or halo) surrounds each of them. This

Uthgardt Tribe Member

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

nomadic elves, the Harpers, and the priesthoods devoted to the gods of the First Circle. Suggested Characteristics Use the tables for the outlander background below as the basis for your

fullest. 3 I remember every insult I’ve received and nurse a silent resentment toward anyone who’s ever wronged me. 4 I am slow to trust members of other races, tribes, and

Giff

Species Spelljammer: Adventures in Space

it, giff are drawn to the Astral Plane because, on a deep psychic level, they remain connected to their creator gods, who have just enough divine spark left in them to imbue giff with sparks of their

. Follow this rule regardless of the method you use to determine the scores, such as rolling or point buy. The “Quick Build” section for your character’s class offers suggestions on which

Astral Elf

Species Spelljammer: Adventures in Space

Long ago, groups of elves ventured from the Feywild to the Astral Plane to be closer to their gods. Life in the Silver Void has imbued their souls with a spark of divine light. That light manifests

determine the scores, such as rolling or point buy. The “Quick Build” section for your character’s class offers suggestions on which scores to increase. You’re free to follow those

Noble

backgrounds Player’s Handbook

) Gaming Set (same as above), Fine Clothes, Perfume, 29 GP; or (B) 50 GP You were raised in a castle, surrounded by wealth, power, and privilege. Your family of minor aristocrats ensured that you received

a first-class education, some of which you appreciated and some of which you resented. Your time in the castle, especially the many hours you spent observing your family at court, also taught you a great deal about leadership.

Paladin Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

sacred work. Although many paladins are devoted to gods of good, a paladin’s power comes as much from a commitment to justice itself as it does from a god. Paladins train for years to learn the

. Although the class features related to your oath don’t appear until you reach 3rd level, plan ahead for that choice by reading the oath descriptions at the end of the class. Are you a devoted

Cleric Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

his axe in wide swaths to cut through the ranks of orcs arrayed against him, shouting praise to the gods with every foe’s fall. Calling down a curse upon the forces of undeath, a human lifts

her holy symbol as light pours from it to drive back the zombies crowding in on her companions. Clerics are intermediaries between the mortal world and the distant planes of the gods. As varied as the

Bard Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

, ensuring that her companions’ words will be well received. Whether scholar, skald, or scoundrel, a bard weaves magic through words and music to inspire allies, demoralize foes, manipulate minds

of song, speech, and the magic they contain. Bards say that the multiverse was spoken into existence, that the words of the gods gave it shape, and that echoes of these primordial Words of Creation

Druid Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

of nature itself or from a nature deity. Many druids pursue a mystic spirituality of transcendent union with nature rather than devotion to a divine entity, while others serve gods of wild nature

, animals, or elemental forces. The ancient druidic traditions are sometimes called the Old Faith, in contrast to the worship of gods in temples and shrines. Druid spells are oriented toward nature and

Wizard

classes Basic Rules (2014)

, defined and united as a class by the spells they cast. Drawing on the subtle weave of magic that permeates the cosmos, wizards cast spells of explosive fire, arcing lightning, subtle deception, and brute

. Some aspire to become like the gods, shaping reality itself. Though the casting of a typical spell requires merely the utterance of a few strange words, fleeting gestures, and sometimes a pinch or

Lizardfolk

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

have lived on the worlds of the Material Plane since the worlds’ creation. Gifted by the gods with remarkable physical defenses and a mystical connection to the natural world, lizardfolk can

survive with just their wits in situations that would be deadly for other folk. Because of that fact, many lizardfolk myths state that their people were placed by the gods in the Material Plane to guard

Warlock Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

relationship between warlock and patron is like that of a cleric and a deity, though the beings that serve as patrons for warlocks are not gods. A warlock might lead a cult dedicated to a demon

20th +6 Eldritch Master 4 15 4 5th 8 Class Features As a warlock, you gain the following class features.

Tragic Flaws

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

of “anything that someone else could exploit to bring you to ruin or cause you to act against your best interests.” For a hero in Theros, a tragic flaw is something that the gods themselves might

exploit or punish, with hubris being the classic example. The gods of Theros aren’t so concerned about “ordinary” flaws like addiction or laziness. Rather, consider a tragic flaw involving something you

Goblin

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

inhabited before Maglubiyet’s rise. Now many goblins pursue their own destinies, escaping the plots of both archfey and gods. Creating Your Character At 1st level, you choose whether your

scores, such as rolling or point buy. The “Quick Build” section for your character’s class offers suggestions on which scores to increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore

Orc Legacy

races Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

devotion to other gods. Creating Your Character At 1st level, you choose whether your character is a member of the human race or of a fantastical race. If you select a fantastical race, follow these

class offers suggestions on which scores to increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore them, but you can’t raise any of your scores above 20. Languages Your character can speak, read

Noble

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

family of minor aristocrats ensured that you received a first-class education, some of which you appreciated and some of which you resented. Your time in the castle, especially the many hours you spent observing your family at court, also taught you a great deal about leadership.

Worshiping Erebos

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

viciously argue the details of their gods’ origins, some risking their lives in battle over which of their gods came into being first.

just before sunrise. (PETER MOHRBACHER) MYTHS OF EREBOS Erebos appears in many god-stories, often as a villain or a foil to the other gods. The stories told by his followers emphasize his power, the

Necromancer

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal

hunters of the undead and risking their lives to save others. Necromancer Medium humanoid (any race), any alignment Armor Class 12 (15 with mage armor) Hit Points 66 (12d8 + 12) Speed 30 ft

Story Overview

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

device called the Soulmonger. The Harpers received their intelligence from a lich, but they don’t know much about the Soulmonger other than its name and general whereabouts. Adventurers willing to

secret yuan-ti temple called the Fane of the Night Serpent, where Ras Nsi holds sway and plots to bring about the end of the world. Omu is also home to the Tomb of the Nine Gods. As the characters

Gods and Divine Magic

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

Gods and Divine Magic Divine magic—which includes the spells cast by Clerics, Druids, Paladins, and Rangers—is mediated through beings and forces that are categorized as divine. These can include

gods but also include the primal forces of nature, the beneficent power of ancestral spirits, the sacred weight of a Paladin’s oath, and impersonal principles or entities such as Fate or the order of the

The Watch Arrives

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

The Watch Arrives Shortly after the characters find Renaer, a captain of the City Watch named Hyustus Staget (LG male Illuskan human veteran) leads a dozen veterans to the warehouse. Having received

Captain Staget again. Though he is secretly pleased to have adventurers doing some of his work for him, he can’t let them overshadow his own efforts to keep the peace without risking a reprimand from his superiors.

Heroes of the Giants

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

Heroes of the Giants Barbarians who harness the might of giants are not the only adventurers who draw power from giants. A character of any class can explore ties to giants in the following ways

. Elements and Environments If your spells or class features draw on elemental forces or the magic of the land, you might use a connection to giants to tap into that power. A druid belonging to the Circle

Warlock

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

Warlock The warlock character class has yet to be depicted in the Dragonlance setting. That said, warlocks of various types might be individuals who make promises to the gods in return for power, and

Multiclassing

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sage Advice Compendium

Multiclassing Are ability score improvements class-level dependent, rather than total level? Ability score improvements are based on your level in a particular class, not your total character level

if you multiclass. For instance, if you’re a 4th-level multiclass character, you haven’t yet received the Ability Score Improvement feature because you haven’t attained 4th level in one of your classes

Interloper Gods

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

Interloper Gods Annam’s withdrawal has caused ongoing upheaval in the religious lives of giants across the Material Plane. Most believe Annam turned from his descendants in anger or disappointment

that he will never reclaim his throne. Some of these giants look for purpose in the service of other gods or powers. Giants who remain faithful to the gods of the Ordning call these other powers

Creating a Paladin

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

, plan ahead for that choice by reading the oath descriptions at the end of the class. Are you a devoted servant of good, loyal to the gods of justice and honor, a holy knight in shining armor venturing

Creating a Paladin The most important aspect of a paladin character is the nature of his or her holy quest. Although the class features related to your oath don’t appear until you reach 3rd level

Rubina Larkingdale

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

delivering presentations in class. When she orates, one can almost imagine a hardened general marshaling her bloodied and exhausted troops for a final push against a far superior foe. Rubina is part

of the Strixhaven Show Band Association and has moved from playing to conducting. No previous student conductor has demanded and received such unwavering respect as Rubina. With merely a look and a

Oracle

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

in its own right. (CYNTHIA SHEPPARD) Oracle Medium humanoid (any), any alignment Armor Class 15 (Blessings of the Gods) Hit Points 44 (8d8 + 8) Speed 30 ft. STR 10 (+0) DEX 14

Oracle Oracles posses the ability to interpret the patterns and language of Nyx, divining from it the flow of fates and the will of the gods. Most of these gifted—or cursed—mortals communicate with a

Secret

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

You believe that, in the final analysis, the gods are nothing more than ultrapowerful mortal creatures. 3 You acknowledge the power of the gods, but you think that most events are dictated by pure

punishment for some unknown transgression. 6 In times of despair, you feel that you are but a plaything of the gods, and you resent their remoteness. SERVING A PANTHEON, PHILOSOPHY, OR FORCE The typical

Orc

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak

Orc Many of the orcs who live in and around the Sword Mountains worship a pantheon of violent gods, the mightiest being Gruumsh. Orc Medium humanoid (orc), chaotic evil Armor Class 13 (hide armor

Divine Domain

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

Divine Domain Choose one domain related to your deity: Knowledge, Life, Light, Nature, Tempest, Trickery, or War. Each domain is detailed at the end of the class description, and each one provides

examples of gods associated with it. Your choice grants you domain spells and other features when you choose it at 1st level. It also grants you additional ways to use Channel Divinity when you gain

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