comfort contests way

Nosferatu

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

until the target finishes a long rest. The target dies if its hit point maximum is reduced to 0. A Humanoid slain in this way and then buried in the ground rises as a nosferatu after 1d10

their lair’s comfort. Rather than retiring to crypts, they seek filthy or inaccessible fissures, places any living soul would avoid. For a few moments after feeding, nosferatu are lucid and

Ruined

Backgrounds The Book of Many Things

Everything was going so well! You had a life of luxury, love, and comfort when you suddenly lost it all. Perhaps you were framed for crimes you didn’t commit and lost your reputation, fortune

choice of feat reflects how you’ve dealt with the terrible loss that changed your life forever. If you’ve kept your senses sharp for every opportunity and climbed your way out of misery by

Far Traveler

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

speech, and perhaps even your appearance all mark you as foreign. Curious glances are directed your way wherever you go, which can be a nuisance, but you also gain the friendly interest of scholars and

along my way. (Good) 2 Reserved. As someone new to these strange lands, I am cautious and respectful in my dealings. (Lawful) 3 Adventure. I’m far from home, and everything is strange

Eldath

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

such places, particularly those that serve as druid groves. Eldath is a goddess of comfort, healing, and calm. Her blessed waters heal the sick, cure madness, and comfort the dying. Most rural places

typically serves as a repository of offerings. If the holy site is a glade, a stream one crosses along the way might serve as the repository, or a prominent bush or tree in the glade might be the place

Vistani Lore

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

prosperity, sharing their good fortune with friends and strangers alike. Vistani resolve disagreements through contests that end with reconciliatory singing, dancing, and storytelling. Vistani families can

for the group’s travels, and preserving the Vistani way of life. The Vistani have the power—some say gift—to travel through the mists that lead to forlorn realms within the Shadowfell known as the

Vistani

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

preserving the Vistani way of life. Vistani elders make all the important decisions, but whether by choice or because of their age, tend to speak in cryptic, flowing riddles. Vistani families and clans

are closely knit. They resolve disagreements through contests that end with reconciliatory singing, dancing, and storytelling. The Vistani are quick to act when their lives or traditions are threatened and are merciless when they believe they must be.

Semuanya's Bog

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

following information: She and her companions have just completed a jog around the Outlands and are on their way back to the realm of their god, Semuanya. Semuanya is a deity of survival, athleticism, and

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

Gods and Devotion

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

beings—heroes and monsters alike—often become unwitting pawns in the contests of the gods. Having a powerful champion is an indication of a god’s power—and can potentially increase the god’s own power. A

champion who acts as an agent of a god among other people helps increase those people’s devotion to the god. And if a hero should happen to strike down the agents of a rival god along the way, all the better. The Vanquisher, and the Hunter (CHUCK LUKACS)

Revel's End

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Prisoner 13

Revel’s End Revel’s End is a panopticon, a prison configured in such a way that the activities of the prisoners can be closely monitored from a central location. Situated on the frigid, misty coast

representative to Revel’s End, and together the representatives form a parole committee called the Absolution Council. Rarely are all ten council members present, since Revel’s End offers little in the way of

Revel's End

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

Revel’s End Revel’s End is a panopticon, a prison configured in such a way that the activities of the prisoners can be closely monitored from a central location. Situated on the frigid, misty coast

representative to Revel’s End, and together the representatives form a parole committee called the Absolution Council. Rarely are all ten council members present, since Revel’s End offers little in the way of

Noteworthy Sites

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

landscape outside San Citlán offers little in the way of comfort. Over half the city’s workers live in these borderlands, while many more folk labor at mines and farms in the area. These communities

Arriving at Blingdenstone

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

Arriving at Blingdenstone Blingdenstone has a reputation for being a dangerous ruin inhabited only by monsters and other undesirables. Others think of it as a budding settlement well on its way to

characters win the gnomes’ trust, they are welcomed into Inner Blingdenstone, and to what food and comfort the locals can readily provide. ROLEPLAYING THE SVIRFNEBLIN Deep gnomes are a dour lot

Way of Mercy

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

until the end of your next turn. Flurry of Healing and Harm 11th-level Way of Mercy feature You can now mete out a flurry of comfort and hurt. When you use Flurry of Blows, you can now replace each of the

Way of Mercy Plague doctor—some looks never go out of style. Tasha Monks of the Way of Mercy learn to manipulate the life force of others to bring aid to those in need. They are wandering

Revel's End

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

representative to Revel’s End, and together they form a parole committee called the Absolution Council. Rarely are all ten council members present, since Revel’s End offers little in the way of comfort and

Revel’s End Revel’s End is a panopticon, a prison configured in such a way that the activities of the prisoners can be closely monitored from a central location. Situated on the frigid, misty coast

Suggested Characteristics

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

land. 6 I begin or end my day with small traditional rituals that are unfamiliar to those around me. Ideals d6 Ideal 1 Open. I have much to learn from the kindly folk I meet along my way. (Good

careful, for I have no way of telling friend from foe here. (Any) Bonds d6 Bond 1 So long as I have this token from my homeland, I can face any adversity in this strange land. 2 The gods of my

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

the death, and he surrenders if he can’t fight, talk, or slither his way out of a perilous situation. If the characters defeat Amrik’s bodyguards and take him prisoner, he does what he’s told until an

Warforged Traits

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

lifespan remains a mystery; so far, warforged have shown no signs of deterioration due to age. You are immune to magical aging effects. Alignment. Most warforged take comfort in order and discipline

this way. While you live, your armor can’t be removed from your body against your will. Specialized Design. You gain one skill proficiency and one tool proficiency of your choice. Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and one other language of your choice.

Creating a Brass Dragon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

love hearing stories and songs and sharing them with others to bring comfort and calm. 8 I have no patience for people who imagine their lives are the least bit important. Brass Dragon Ideals

d6 Ideal 1 Curiosity. The best way to show you value others is to learn as much as you can about them. (Good) 2 Perspective. Everyone sees things differently, so if you want to know

Adventure Structure

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

Doomspace, where the coalition they had intended to join turns out to be a bunch of quarreling factions. They must find a way to unite the factions before attacking the Xaryxian Empire. Part 4: Saviors of

the adventure’s third chapter includes horror and gore. Discuss with your players their level of comfort with these elements before running this adventure for them.

Yartar

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

Yartar Situated in the fork where the Rivers Surbrin and Dessarin join near the Evermoor Way, Yartar is a fortified town that, were it not for its own petty, internal squabbles, might wield more

Fortuitous Happenstance. The Shieldmeet festival features a number of games of chance, skill, and bravery, from dice and darts, to drunken running, to wrestling and other physical contests

Ability Checks

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

different way to get past the guard or try the check again against another guard at a different gate. But you might decide that the initial failure makes those checks more difficult to pull off

. Contests A contest is a kind of ability check that matches two creatures against each other. Use a contest if a character attempts something that either directly foils or is directly opposed by another

Locations in Bryn Shander

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

passes through the Spine of the World. This trail is the safest way to the lands south of the mountains, but it is nigh impassable in the winter. Under normal circumstances, the gates of Bryn Shander

Firebeard’s Firebrandy, sold only at Kelvin’s Comfort, located on yer right as you enter the market square!” (If the characters arrive at a different gate, you can relocate Augrek to that gate.) B2

Difficulty Class

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

checks that are contests between two creatures. For example, if one creature is holding a door shut, use its Strength modifier and Proficiency Bonus to set the DC for opening the door. When another

creature tries to force the door open, the creature makes a Strength (Athletics) check against that DC. Another way to handle similar situations is to have one creature’s ability check set the DC for another

Life on the Road

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

caravan along the way, and others leave according to the dictates of business and fortune. Some travelers ride horses, some walk beside the wagons, and some pay the merchants to ride aboard their wagons

small towns have roadside inns if travelers want more comfort, and walled hostelries catering to wagon caravans are spread a few days apart. Animals and travelers can rest comfortably at these walled

Beshaba

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

cruel and capricious goddess who must be propitiated to avoid attracting her attention and interest in a negative way. Beshaba’s name is invoked when someone is beset by bad luck — which could be as

, contests of sport or martial prowess, and at the naming ceremonies of children. If she isn’t invited to such an event, she might take offense and wreak misfortune on those involved. Temples to Beshaba

Nosferatu

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

their lair’s comfort. Rather than retiring to crypts, they seek filthy or inaccessible fissures, places any living soul would avoid. For a few moments after feeding, nosferatu are lucid and capable

. The reduction lasts until the target finishes a long rest. The target dies if its hit point maximum is reduced to 0. A Humanoid slain in this way and then buried in the ground rises as a nosferatu

Life on the Road

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

caravan along the way, and others leave according to the dictates of business and fortune. Some travelers ride horses, some walk beside the wagons, and some pay the merchants to ride aboard their wagons

small towns have roadside inns if travelers want more comfort, and walled hostelries catering to wagon caravans are spread a few days apart. Animals and travelers can rest comfortably at these walled

Getting About

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

. In the southern third of the city, where the land slopes up from the harbor, the High Road and the Way of the Dragon are the two main south–north roads. These converge both at the Waymoot near the

boulevard then splits to the north, continuing as the High Road, and to the west as a boulevard called Waterdeep Way, heading toward the Palace of Waterdeep (not to be confused with Waterdeep Castle

Vlaakith's Dilemma

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

way the githyanki are victims of their own success. After centuries of staging lucrative raids throughout the multiverse, the folk of Tu’narath have become spoiled and decadent. Vlaakith can still

. She regularly arranges contests, scavenger hunts, and other trials to keep her servants involved in purposeful activity, but the attraction of such diversions wears off after a brief time. Most of

Crypt Features

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

encountered and doesn’t physically interact with the characters in any way. In each location with a haunting, there’s a way to put the haunt to rest (usually by restoring the location’s solemnity or

there. These hauntings are disturbing, and the fifth and sixth options on the table below involve body horror. Check your players’ comfort level before including these hauntings in your game; you can

Asmodeus

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

soul some comfort. Today, shrines to Asmodeus are still rare and temples are almost unheard of, but many folk have adopted the habit of asking Asmodeus for reprieve from their sins. After transgressing

against a god in some way, a person prays to Asmodeus for something to provide respite during the long wait. Asmodeus is known to grant people what they wish, and thus people pray for all the delights

Strongheart Halflings

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

one lacks freedom and the comfort of friendship. When strongheart halflings settle into a place, they intend to stay. It’s not unusual for a dynasty of stronghearts to live in the same place for a

feet of you. The creature understands you only if the two of you share a language. You can speak telepathically in this way to one creature at a time.

Market Ward

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

CoupleOfKooks “Sure, Sigil’s got everything you could ever want–if you can find it! My advice? Hire a tout to do your shopping. Last time I visited the Great Bazaar, it took me so long to find my way

. 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

Nobility

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

is something all Waterdavians scorn, but you should also beware of acting in an overly familiar, boastful, or disrespectful way when in the presence of any noble. Though this sort of behavior isn’t a

abroad, as well as the many expressions of the arts. They spend coin to fund celebrations, contests at the Field of Triumph, upkeep at the city’s temples and shrines, civic projects, guild events, and

Celebrate

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

find some way to help their communities. Aureon’s Crown (26 Dravago). A celebration of knowledge. Elders share their knowledge with the young. Morgrave University holds its graduate services on this

to throw the grandest parties. Brightblade (12 Nymm). The festival of Dol Dorn, celebrated across the city with prizefights, wrestling matches, archery contests, and other tests of strength and skill

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