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Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
gain access to the records and inner workings of any noble court or government you encounter. You know who the movers and shakers are, whom to go to for the favors you seek, and what the current
(which could pertain to certain individuals in the group, such as your sponsor or mentor). Your ideal might be concerned with the prevailing philosophy of your court or organization.
Guild
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
shield dwarf clans learned long ago that only proud fools who are more concerned for their egos than their craft turn away promising apprentices, even those of other races. If you aren’t a dwarf
for someone worthy.
3
I owe my guild a great debt for forging me into the person I am today.
4
I pursue wealth to secure someone’s love.
5
One day I will return to my guild
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Godefroy’s Torment Lord Godefroy is an abyss of grief and rage, tormented by the following circumstances: Godefroy is concerned only with his own misery; the suffering of the other spirits in Mordent
escaping his undead existence. However, he can’t grasp even its basic workings and is frustrated by every delay and malfunction related to the device. FOUNDATIONS OF HORROR
Three years after the 1983
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
concerned about Markos and fear his recent studies have led him down a troubled path. One of Markos’s family members hires the characters to travel to Delphi Mansion and stop Markos from doing anything that
might hurt himself or others. The family member asks the characters to return The Celestial Codex to its rightful owner, preferably without harming Markos. Reward Markos’s family is prepared to pay 100
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
A Job Offer Mayor Gale is desperate to retrieve the Elemental Gems before the next storm. She is also concerned because the Corsairs’ leader, Captain Brandle, has never before raided a settlement
Cobblehook Cove, find the gems, and return them to the weather vane. She also asks the characters to slay Sablewing if possible, though she emphasizes the greater importance of recovering the gems. If the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
those of thousands of modrons. If the modrons return home, this data influences the cosmic alignment of Mechanus. Countless modrons across the multiverse then seek to rebalance the planes in
their home plane, the modrons report their data, which results in incremental refinements to Mechanus’s workings. No precipitable changes to the status quo of the multiverse occur. No other creatures
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Camp Reconnaissance When the characters or other scouts return to Vogler, they’re directed to report to Mayor Raven, who has been at the Brass Crab with Becklin and other concerned villagers all
are loyal to her—they could have easily overpowered her if they weren’t. On her return, Cudgel found Jeyev and other loyal mercenaries had heard of the events at High Hill. They had restrained several
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
Artus and the Ring of Winter Artus Cimber is unwilling to part with Ring of Winter. He is justifiably concerned that the ring would dominate and control any other owner. Furthermore, Artus would
Wizards of Thay also won’t pass up a chance to take the ring by force. With or without the ring, Artus Cimber continues to await Mezro’s return while searching for the means to reach or summon the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath
into the Mere of Dead Men is late to return. Although the commander is not concerned, the party can still choose to look for them. If the characters undertake this quest, see “Missing Patrol
, concerned about the phenomenon and anyone caught in it, asks the party to investigate. If the characters undertake this quest, see “Foul Weather at Wayside.” House of Thalivar Quest On a random evening, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
Rhyme. By doing so, he inadvertently created a conduit through which Shemshime could return. Yowen Pilt procured the book from an adventurer who discovered it among the debris of a shipwreck. He
intricate mechanical workings and charming music box, was too tempting to resist. After years as the Firefly Cellar’s caretaker, she discovered the book when it was selected to have its spine repaired
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
finally won a position by their side.
6 I want nothing more than for another character to recognize my devotion and love me in return.
MYTHS OF THEROS
The world of Theros is alive with myths
. From stories about the deeds of gods that explain the workings of the world to inspirational (or cautionary) tales of heroes, remarkable tales spread in countless ways, be they diversions, lessons, or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Adventure Summary The adventure begins with the characters traveling along the coast and arriving in the nearby village of Uskarn, they learn that the villagers are concerned about the hermitage that
return to finish the job. The characters must defend themselves and the survivors, using the assault as an opportunity to destroy the drowned ones before their threat can spread. After doing so, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
smaller — but no less effective — workings of magic that keep safe important locations like Candlekeep. Even the many-layered wards and effects of Undermountain, beneath Waterdeep, are considered a mythal
by some. Most mythals are defensive in nature, designed to restrict the kinds of magic that can be employed in the area they govern, and the most common restrictions are concerned with teleportation
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
hate how much people think they matter in a world that was old before their kind even learned the idea of names.
3 The more the merrier as far as I’m concerned: more to control, more to torture
allow others to dwell in my forest—if they act as my eyes, ears, and occasional playthings in return.
8 I harbor no animosity toward anyone. Let me grow ancient with my forest, and I’ll leave you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
, creating multiversal anomalies. Shemeshka planned to eventually release the modrons to Mechanus, where they would skew the workings of that plane. She would then take advantage of the chaos. R04M wants
escape into Sigil. This portal’s location is up to you. Use this opportunity to return to a favorite site in the adventure or to help characters acclimate to their new powers. The R04M’s Portal table
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
instructions to bring back information and new ideas for the community. Most of these folk return to the burrow at the appointed time or even sooner, their curiosity having been satisfied. But a few
of better understanding the workings of the multiverse. A Gnome’s Role Gnomes are valuable members of an adventuring party for a number of reasons, derived from both their innate abilities and their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
with them to no avail. Aunt Dellie shouts for the characters not to kill the farmers, noting that they’re not behaving like themselves. Memories of Death When the last farmer is defeated, locals return
opens it, and nearby characters hear her curse in concerned shock. Aunt Dellie hands the crumpled parchment to any character who asks about it. It bears a charcoal sketch of a child struggling to swim
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
. Winvarle’s ideals are rooted in lofty notions of righteousness.
Oblivious. While he excels at battle strategy, Winvarle scarcely knows the inner workings of his own keep.
Rumors
“The Cult of Chaos
adviser and scribe, who might have other tasks for them to complete. Heroes’ Return Katerina Ladon Castellan Winvarle and the citizens of the keep celebrate the characters’ heroic deeds If the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
“Rumors of Evil” clues and events. Trouble in Red Larch When the characters arrive in Red Larch, a few minutes of conversation with any NPC reveals that the townsfolk are concerned about strange events
sinkhole in town. The sinkhole opens up shortly after the characters return to Red Larch from Lance Rock or other explorations in the area; see the adventure in chapter 6 for more details. Elemental Cult
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Worshiping Erebos To many mortals, Erebos is primarily concerned not with death, but with gold. Most of his followers downplay his association with death and misfortune, instead praying to him for
together. Erebos had the last word, however, tormenting both of the lovers in the Underworld. To this day, this turn of events plagues Nylea, who seeks a way to bring the lovers peace.
The Return of Daxos
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Mood” earlier in the chapter). If the characters return with Viro, Dirlagraun is grateful and reveals that, many years ago, its own cub vanished from the carnival without a trace. The cub’s name is
characters might encounter Star in chapter 3 (see “Little Oak”). Troubling Times Dirlagraun is concerned that Mister Witch and Mister Light are on edge. If the characters are willing to investigate
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
thanks them again and asks if they’ll do her another favor. She’s still concerned about her town’s warriors. She asks the characters to go to the Twin Gods Observatory and find out what happened to
them. In return, she offers to pay the characters 400 gp each, and they will have earned the gratitude of her people. If the characters have questions about monsters in the area or how to prepare for the journey, Ameyali suggests they talk to other locals (see the following section).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
best, with no guarantee that any correspondence truly reaches him. The Greatest Game Dispater’s trade in souls is concerned mainly with the acquisition of secrets. His imps scour the Material Plane in
search of any lost lore that could help to turn a soul to Dispater’s service. Such a secret could be a lost spell sought by a mighty archmage, who pledges fealty to Dispater in return for the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
ensuring that the rod won’t sunder again. Missing Malaina If the characters resist resting in their quarters, Alustriel approaches them privately. She’s concerned that her wife, Malaina, left the
earlier today, so Malaina lingered in the Market Ward, waiting for the orc to return. Following the Lead. If the characters go to Velgar’s Vittles, Velgar reports that Malaina met with him briefly a few
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
populated by the descendants of sailors who never found a way home. Theoretically, travelers who understand the workings of the storm could use it to travel to a desired Material Plane world. Sea of Ice
of Evil Water believe the seas and deep waters are eager to reclaim the water trapped in the bodies of living creatures, and think it’s their duty to return others to the primal waters by drowning them or shedding their blood.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
takes, the syndicate is largely concerned with increasing wealth for its members at the expense of society at large. Conversely, the syndicate could be an underground organization of good-hearted people
fighting against a wicked power structure. Criminal syndicates with a heroic bent include the band of plucky outlaws who hijack taxes from the cruel baron and return them to the downtrodden and a hard
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
treasury engine, with its canister housed atop the actual engine mounting, rendering it immobile. While investigating the laboratory workings in this area, the devil inadvertently found its brain magically
laboratory’s equipment to return to its original body. Instead of being thankful, however, the devil turns against the characters at the first opportunity. Kwalish’s Journal. The cover of Kwalish’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
present, exchange goods with them. Whenever I return home, I make it a point to spend at least a night at the inn to see old friends (often much older since last I saw them) and learn what has passed
, in the form of our Cormanthan brethren. They have been warmly welcomed into Evereska, but some of our people are concerned that so many new residents will disrupt the peace and balance we’ve thus
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
first wanders away from the village, seemingly by accident, or one day hops on a log and tries to set off down the river, the parents are concerned but not alarmed. They attribute these acts of
two to tell upon their return. Even on a dangerous mission, halflings find enjoyment all around them. If it’s raining, a halfling is playing in the puddles; in a stiff wind, a halfling might fly a kite
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
amount of space the drow take up on levels 3, 10, and 12. He’s also concerned that the conflict between the githyanki on level 16 and the mind flayers on level 17 could spiral out of control
to return them to power in the city above and use them as puppets to rule Waterdeep from below as its Shadow Lord. Adventurers can thwart Halaster’s scheme by destroying the leaders of the Shadowdusk
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
Curst Escape When the characters return to Valder’s shack, Fellik is ready to go. Valder gives his son a pouch containing 5 ep, and the pair share a brief hug. Fellik then leads the characters toward
.
There is no obvious exit from this chamber, and Fellik doesn’t know where to go from here. The young man swiftly grows concerned, fearing he and his father have been betrayed. A character who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
interactions of the clientele, paying close attention to any dragonmarked characters. 55–56 A House Cannith tinker examines the structure of the vehicle closely, looking concerned and asking
skills in return for food or spare coins. 61–62 A warforged leaning on a wooden staff carries on a conversation with the docent attached to its chest. 63–64 A human pickpocket circulates among the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Alustriel and Tasha are concerned, since Kas is just as evil as Vecna. Because Kas took such pains to manipulate the characters into finding the Rod of Seven Parts, Alustriel realizes the awful truth and
, Alustriel suggests the characters use the Chime of Exile to return Kas to Tovag, his Domain of Dread. Alustriel notes that the characters need to significantly weaken Kas before the magic item will work on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
are justly concerned, and some have important roles to play in events yet to unfold. The Harpers The Harpers are spellcasters and spies who covertly oppose the abuse of power, magical or otherwise
hundreds of years ago on the Purple Rocks. The humans who inhabit these islands cast their young into the sea as part of a ritual to appease Slarkrethel. These sacrificed offspring resurface and return
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
the Dungeon Master’s Guide, and any other magic items by rolling on Magic Item Table A. Markham Southwell’s Quest The sheriff asks the characters to patrol Icewind Dale and return at once if they see
characters explore Icewind Dale using the random encounter table in the “Icewind Dale” section in chapter 3. After encountering one or more frost giants, they can return to Bryn Shander and report to the