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Spelljammer: Adventures in Space
’t harmed by it. Consequently, they are as much at home in the void of Wildspace as they are in dark alleys and dungeons. A feyr that comes across a spelljamming ship tries to enter the ship’s
air envelope and stow away, remaining secluded and invisible until it finds a sleeping victim it can attack. It retreats rather than allows itself to perish in a confrontation.
Monsters
Curse of Strahd
;while trying not to expose the secret society to their mutual enemy. He thinks the wereravens might prove helpful when the time comes. Van Richten also wants to take out as many of Strahd’s spies
, if he thinks he’s in danger of being unmasked, he retreats to his tower (see chapter 11) or some other quiet corner of Strahd’s domain.
Rictavio’s Traits
Ideal. “Evil
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Scarlet Marpenoth Jarlaxle’s submarine, the Scarlet Marpenoth, is mounted underneath the Eyecatcher and can be seen only by creatures under the water. Jarlaxle retreats here if the Eyecatcher comes under attack.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
Tiger A tiger lies in wait for the party but is noticed by any character whose passive Wisdom (Perception) score is 16 or higher. If not detected, the tiger pounces at a character who comes within 40 feet of it. The tiger retreats if it loses more than half its hit points.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Chapter 2: Rumblings A settlement in the north comes under giant attack. You decide which location to use: the walled town of Bryn Shander in the cold heart of Icewind Dale; Goldenfields, a
with quests that lead them deeper into the adventure. Be warned: these encounters are designed to test the party’s leadership and tactical skills, and characters who don’t exercise some degree of caution will likely perish.
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
, or secret backstabbing and outright fights over the title. Most often, the victor in such a struggle comes from another family of the lasher caste, and any allies of the previous boss count themselves
; means “magic” in the Goblin tongue. Should ye happen upon goblins chanting “booyahg booyahg booyahg,” be warned! There might be a powerful sorcerer lurking in their midst
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
party includes one or more drow, the hobgoblins attack instead. Characters traveling away from Azrok’s Hold aren’t questioned, but they are warned not to harm the shriekers in area 23b. 23b. Immature
who have encountered shriekers before can spot the young ones in this chamber with a successful DC 11 Intelligence (Nature) or Wisdom (Perception) check. Each shrieker cries out when a creature or a bright light comes within 30 feet of it, alerting the guards in area 23a.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
, but can become fierce if threatened or cornered. Hill Giants The party comes across one or two hill giants gorging on a fallen herd animal. When the giants notice the adventurers, they see the
opportunity for another meal. A hill giant retreats when reduced to half its hit points or fewer, preferring prey that does not fight back. Unmarked Grave A low rise covered in hastily collected rocks
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Purple Worm Attack As the altercation between the Ashen Heirs and the Brightguard comes to a head, read or paraphrase the following: Stone cracks and people scream as a massive, spiked worm erupts
anarchist to drop their device. The purple worm ignores creatures that don’t have a boomhailer and that don’t threaten it. If all five boomhailers are destroyed, the purple worm retreats down the hole
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
creatures, but can become fierce if threatened or cornered. Hill Giants. The party comes across one or two hill giants gorging on a fallen herd animal. When the giants notice the adventurers, they see
the opportunity for another meal. A hill giant retreats when reduced to half its hit points or fewer, preferring prey that does not fight back. Unmarked Grave. A low rise covered in hastily collected
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Boo’s Astral Menagerie
they sleep. Feyrs shun bright light but aren’t harmed by it. Consequently, they are as much at home in the void of Wildspace as they are in dark alleys and dungeons. A feyr that comes across a
spelljamming ship tries to enter the ship’s air envelope and stow away, remaining secluded and invisible until it finds a sleeping victim it can attack. It retreats rather than allows itself to perish in a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
the townsfolk.
The laugh comes from Lars Kjurls (LG male human guard), a member of the town militia. The other guards are aghast at Lars’s ill-timed outburst. The burgomaster immediately has Lars
guards fail in their duty, the burgomaster retreats to his mansion and the townsfolk flee to their homes, giving the characters free rein in town.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a3
13. Child of Zotzilaha A faint, melodious sound comes from ahead. It is difficult to tell whether it is someone singing or the echoing of dripping water in a great cavern.
If the characters burst
. She retreats from close combat and conceals herself in the water. The nereid has a pet named Chac, a giant lightning eel (see appendix B). If she calls to Chac for aid, she does so on her turn when
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
princesses included — obey Uthor’s commands when it comes to military matters. Once Iymrith realizes that small folk have invaded the stronghold, she does everything she can to foment a war. She tries to
protects Serissa, who retreats to area 11 if seriously threatened. Iymrith escapes through the pool if her true nature is revealed. The hill giants stand guard outside the doors at all times. 19 10 hunter
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
the ballistae to attack the approaching dragonnels. A dragonnel struck by a ballista bolt panics and retreats with its two riders. Highmaster’s Message This encounter occurs while the characters are
is defeated, the characters can retrieve the parchment, which bears this message: The Dragon Queen sees you, and I am the fire in her eyes. The end comes. It is the Dragon Queen’s will.
The message
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
named Avarice—achieve her goals. Even though they find her demanding and difficult to live with, they dare not defy her. Levistus has warned the Knights of the Black Sword that duergar are plotting
outsiders and, posing as members of Speaker Crannoc’s staff, turn away all visitors to the castle. If the time is right, however, they welcome the characters with open arms. That time comes when
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
face of defeat and find reinforcements, they might instead press the attack.
As an optional rule to reflect this ferocity, a sahuagin that comes within 30 feet of a hostile creature that doesn’t have
advances to attack in melee. On a successful save, the sahuagin retreats or escapes if possible, temporarily fighting off the influence of the trait. If the sahuagin’s move takes it farther than 30 feet from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
of wereravens that oppose Strahd—while trying not to expose the secret society to their mutual enemy. He thinks the wereravens might prove helpful when the time comes. Van Richten also wants to take
he’s in danger of being unmasked, he retreats to his tower (see chapter 11) or some other quiet corner of Strahd’s domain. Rictavio’s Traits Ideal. “Evil cannot go unchallenged.” Bond. “To protect those
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
miles, you hear the ringing of a bell. The sound grows louder as Nightstone comes into view. A river flows around the settlement, forming a moat. The village itself is contained within a wooden palisade
pick them off one or two at a time. A goblin that is alone and outnumbered might try to flee if it takes damage, at your discretion. If possible, the goblin retreats to the temple (area 5). See the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
complaints receive similar treatment. If the characters ask him about a quest, Harbin sets them on the right track, offering payment upon their return. When the time comes to pay up, he slips the
here, and have been working an archaeological dig seeking treasure and relics. They need to be warned that a white dragon has moved into the area. Take the warning to them, then return to Townmaster
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
know what else to do with the figurehead except store it here, out of the public eye. He fears the figurehead is tainted by demonic magic and has warned his staff not to touch it. A detect evil and good
spell or similar magic reveals that it’s a desecrated object. Any creature that comes into contact with it must succeed on a DC 13 Charisma saving throw or gain the following flaw, which supersedes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
pipe organ. The music comes from within a spiral staircase that leads up to area 14. The two storm giants who normally stand guard at the foot of this staircase are currently in area 14, keeping an eye
area 31. Halfway up the spiral staircase is a secret door that opens into area 23. Rough-hewn stairs in the south wall descend to area 7. Development If Nym retreats to this chamber, she raises the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
tell Maggie because she warned them not to pick on the madcaps, so they see the characters as a potential solution to their situation. Helping the Imps. As events play out in Fort Knucklebone, the
bit when it comes time to reward them. Barnabas the Flameskull Barnabas, once a powerful wizard, had his crypt defiled by an evil nemesis who stole his skull and turned it into a flameskull. Mad
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
guards but are keeping his servants alive. Crannoc has been warned to behave himself, lest his servants pay the ultimate price. He doesn’t know where the servants are being held, but he knows the
farther into the cistern. The lever that lowers and raises this gate is in area C22. The gate can also be opened with a knock spell or similar magic. Rowboat. This boat comes with two oars and can hold two
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Uni and the Hunt for the Lost Horn
subjects in exchange for a place at Kelek’s side when Kelek becomes all-powerful. Irascible and impatient, King Gurgle is unhappy that Kelek’s ritual is taking so long. If the king was warned about the
Initiative ties), whichever comes first, Venger appears outside the demiplane. Read or paraphrase the following: A colossal, fiendish face with fangs and red eyes appears overhead, distorted by the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
an archmage. A minor leader might be a local sage, seer, hedge wizard, wise elder, or teacher. Rise of a Leader, Beginning of an Era. In dramatic stories, a new leader’s rise often comes at the end of
presaged this event, or a series of signs and omens. Describe the omen in detail. Describe or name the creature that warned the populace about the oncoming disaster. Who listened? Who were the lucky
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
closest to the priest quarters (area G5) instead attempts to move to that area and warn Gideon of the intruders. If warned, Gideon quickly moves to area G4 and prepares to defend the chapel, while the
) on the ossuary level. Two mezzoloths guard the stairs. Gideon Lightward is also present here if one of his undead servants warned him of the characters’ intrusion. Otherwise, the characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
beast retreats to a safe distance. If it’s cornered and doesn’t like its chances of survival, it bargains or pleads for its life. An awakened beast knows its territory well and can point characters to
check required), hoping to gather more information about the characters or lead them into a trap. If asked to give its name, the awakened beast either comes up with a name on the fly or adopts a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
off other visitors. The corpse is infested with two swarms of rot grubs (see appendix C). Any creature that touches the body comes under attack by the swarms as they spill out of gaps in the armor
door hears them and retreats through the southern secret door, which connects area 21 with the caverns. 21. Cellar If the party makes a lot of noise while exploring area 20, the smuggler here has already
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Long Road. After all, cloaks and boots wear out just like wagon wheels, and anyone trudging for tendays on the road in raw spring weather or bitter winter cold soon comes to value warm garments very
grizzled dwarf prospector who warned them away from Lance Rock “because there’s plague there.” Maegla has no idea what they’re talking about, but the children can provide directions to the ravine the dwarf
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
, Ahmaergo retreats to area X22, heads downstairs to gather reinforcements from area X28, and leads a search party to capture the interlopers. If he sees only one intruder, he draws his axe and attacks
area X19, clapping weakly at the speech. Floating next to Nar’l is his grell bodyguard. If Xanathar has been warned that the characters are near, it wraps up its speech and grants them an audience; see
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
. If it becomes obvious that the fight is going badly for the cultists, the efreeti retreats to his lair in the fire node (see chapter 5) via area E14. If the characters arrive with salamanders or azers
from area E11, those creatures take up arms on their respective sides. The salamanders and azers attack the efreeti until he retreats, then turn on each other. Survivors might be influenced to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
look for opportunities to push characters off the bridge. If two gargoyles are defeated, the third retreats, flying to area B2 to hide. Chasm Floor. Several skeletons lie broken or half-buried on the
the golem to defend him. He then retreats to the back of the room to cast spells. Miraj turns invisible and flees if death seems imminent. The worktables and shelves hold common alchemical ingredients
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
secret backstabbing and outright fights over the title. Most often, the victor in such a struggle comes from another family of the lasher caste, and any allies of the previous boss count themselves
effect. “Booyahg” means “magic” in the Goblin tongue. Should ye happen upon goblins chanting “booyahg booyahg booyahg,” be warned! There might be a powerful sorcerer lurking in their midst.
— Elminster
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
safe. Developments Any loud noises here attract the attention of the goblins in area 7. One goblin comes to investigate the disturbance. If it doesn’t return, or if it spots trouble and sounds the
knows the location of the mine. Then the doppelganger intends to kill the dwarf and destroy the map. If the villains have been warned that an attack is imminent, Vyerith hides behind the door to the