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The Abbot

Monsters Curse of Strahd

languish in the abbey's madhouse, the Abbot is giving his creation lessons in etiquette and ladylike conduct so that “she” can be formally presented to Strahd and win his love. Strahd has no interest

giving the devil his heart's desire, I bring salvation to him and his land.” Bond. “I love the creatures I create, including my beautiful golems and mongrelfolk.” Flaw. “I can't be corrupted. My

Ancient Crystal Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

sky and tracking the signs written in starlight. They read these signs as omens, giving them glimpses of what is to come, and they eagerly examine the potential futures of any creatures who come to

future. 2 An ancient crystal dragon is stalked by a villainous ranger who has already claimed a dozen draconic trophies. 3 An ancient crystal dragon follows a pod of whales from one sea to

Modifying a Monster

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

make minor tweaks, such as replacing the quaggoth’s language, Undercommon, with one that’s more appropriate, such as Elvish or Sylvan. Need a fiery phoenix? Take the giant eagle or roc, give it immunity

hybrid by giving the normal goblin the Spider Climb special trait, turn an ordinary troll into a two-headed troll by giving it the Two Heads special trait, or turn an owlbear into a flying owlbear by giving it wings and a giant owl’s flying speed.

Speak with Plants

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

Speak with Plants Level 3 Transmutation (Bard, Druid, Ranger) Casting Time: Action Range: Self Components: V, S Duration: 10 minutes You imbue plants in an immobile 30-foot Emanation with

limited sentience and animation, giving them the ability to communicate with you and follow your simple commands. You can question plants about events in the spell’s area within the past day, gaining

Speak with Plants

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

Speak with Plants Level 3 Transmutation (Bard, Druid, Ranger) Casting Time: Action Range: Self Components: V, S Duration: 10 minutes You imbue plants in an immobile 30-foot Emanation with

limited sentience and animation, giving them the ability to communicate with you and follow your simple commands. You can question plants about events in the spell’s area within the past day, gaining

Location Overview

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

Location Overview Five miles south of Conyberry is a shrine dedicated to Savras, god of divination and fate. Many years ago, the shrine’s priest-seers foresaw a barbarian attack on Conyberry, giving

coins and recast them into a bell, which they painted and hung in the shrine’s belfry (replacing the old iron bell). The gold bell hangs there to this day. Over the years, many other creatures have

Recovering Memories

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

Recovery. Both the mind flayers of Bluetspur and the Mists surrounding the domain employ methods similar to the modify memory spell to obscure victims’ memories of their abduction, replacing them with

adventures. As the characters encounter evidence of Bluetspur’s mind flayers, consider giving individuals access to information they shouldn’t logically possess or granting them advantage on rolls related

View of the World

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

civilization that’s deeply rooted in disdain, while others pity the people they have sworn to protect — though on the battlefield, it’s impossible to tell the difference between one ranger and another

as the entries on the following table). How might that feeling affect the way you conduct yourself? Views of the World d6 View 1 Towns and cities are the best places for those who can’t survive on

Why Are You Here?

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

sage you could be considered an expert in arcane lore or the history of Xen’drik, giving lectures at Morgrave University in your spare time. One question to consider is if you’re part of the Clifftop

expected to adhere to its codes of conduct. Less reputable characters can find work with the Deathgate Adventurers’ Guild in Middle Tavick’s Landing. There’s a long-standing rivalry between the two

K67. Hall of Bones

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

stains cover the floor of this area. Large oak tables, scarred and beaten, lay scattered like toys about the room, their wood crushed and splintered. Replacing them are furnishings made entirely of

morbidly decorative fashion, giving the room a cathedral-like quality. Four enormous mounds of bones occupy the corners of this ossuary, and garlands of skulls extend from these mounds to a chandelier of

Ranger Subclasses

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

Ranger Subclasses A Ranger subclass is a specialization that grants you features at certain Ranger levels, as specified in the subclass. This section presents the Beast Master, Fey Wanderer, Gloom

Dodge action. Restoring or Replacing the Beast. If the beast has died within the last hour, you can take a Magic action to touch it and expend a spell slot. The beast returns to life after 1 minute

The Abbot

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

recently completed work on a flesh golem bride made from the body parts of dead women. While the Belviews languish in the abbey’s madhouse, the Abbot is giving his creation lessons in etiquette and

ladylike conduct so that “she” can be formally presented to Strahd and win his love. Strahd has no interest in a flesh golem bride, but he enjoys corrupting this once angelic being and driving the Abbot

Meeting the Queen

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

table, giving them benefits and penalties according to what they have done so far. The characters might have a negative score at this point if they were hostile toward the lizardfolk prior to their

characters give it back. If the mission isn’t ruined by how they conduct themselves prior to this first audience, the queen allows the characters to circulate through the lair for a brief time to give

Purphoros's Villains

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

rise to deadly rivalries. Resistance to lawful authority can become tyranny of another sort. And when passions become inflamed, giving in to them can lead to tragedy rather than triumph. Purphoros’s

) seeks inspiration in flames. The oreads leave Purphoros’s forge and conduct thorough studies of everything they burn. Purphoros’s Monsters In addition to his followers, Purphoros is associated with

Unusual Abilities

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

might have one or more of the following abilities, either replacing or augmenting what a normal yuan-ti can do. TRAITS You can customize a yuan-ti by giving it one or more of the following traits

Modifying a Class

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

make the class over- or underpowered. Ask yourself the following questions about a feature you’re replacing: What impact does replacing the feature have on exploration, social interaction, or combat

? Does replacing the feature affect how long the party can continue adventuring in a day? Does the feature consume resources provided elsewhere in the class? Does the feature work all the time, or is it

L3. Parlor

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

; characters reduced to 0 hit points by the mimics are stable rather than dying, giving the hag a chance to decide what to do with the unconscious victims. Dragon-in-the-Box. The wooden box with the crank is one

crunching leaves. “Let’s have some tea.” Skabatha Nightshade (see appendix B) obeys the rule of hospitality (see “Rules of Conduct” in chapter 2) and presents herself as a kind host who is keen to

Class Training

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

, and so I joined a war college. 2 I squired for a knight who taught me how to fight, care for a steed, and conduct myself with honor. I decided to take up that path for myself. 3 Horrible monsters

consequence of my unwavering faith. In taking my vows, I became the holy sword of my religion. Ranger d6 I became a ranger because … 1 I found purpose while I honed my hunting skills by bringing down

Spellcasting

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

spellbook as you gain levels reflect the arcane research you conduct on your own, as well as intellectual breakthroughs you have had about the nature of the multiverse. You might find other spells

. Replacing the Book. You can copy a spell from your own spellbook into another book—for example, if you want to make a backup copy of your spellbook. This is just like copying a new spell into your

Spellcasting

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

spellbook as you gain levels reflect the arcane research you conduct on your own, as well as intellectual breakthroughs you have had about the nature of the multiverse. You might find other spells during

. Replacing the Book. You can copy a spell from your own spellbook into another book—for example, if you want to make a backup copy of your spellbook. This is just like copying a new spell into your

Lockbury Henge

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

each other’s company while singing, dancing, and playing games. Argantle is playing a chess-like game called Crowns with her cousin, Jagu, when a howling wind warns her of the party’s approach, giving

otherwise irritate the korreds, Argantle and Jagu emerge from their megaliths and attack the characters for their insolence. Otherwise, the rule of hospitality (see “Rules of Conduct” in chapter 2

Warlock's Crypt

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

addition to the Shadow King, the Crypt houses several other liches, undead sorcerous vassals to Larloch. He calls upon their power when he has need, but otherwise leaves them alone to conduct the

experiments and plots he demands of them. Though he once bound their influence tightly, reports suggest he has begun giving them a greater lead on their leashes, for magical horrors that could well be the

Home, Sweet Home

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

might perform there two nights a week. A fighter could be a regular who has a drink named after them. A ranger could be the undefeated champion of the local darts league. If the players enjoy this

place where the adventurers will meet with patrons and conduct business. The Home Base table can also be useful to determine the venue if a patron wants to set up a meeting at a neutral location. Home

Campaign Characters

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

settle a grudge. A sneaky character puts their skills to the test by leading the rest of the party to conduct a heist. A character learns the location of a magic item needed to save their hometown. A

Goals. Characters can change their goals whenever they please, but you can encourage them to do so by giving them significant victories roughly every 5 levels. When characters accomplish their goals

14. Shrine of Laduguer

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

roles, the arcanaloths learned everything they could about Laduguer’s principles of conduct. To their surprise, Aximus and Exekarus found these principles compelling. Some of the arcanaloths’ favorite

fiends quickly turn hostile if attacked. The arcanaloths’ attitude changes to friendly if the characters appeal to their love of magic by giving them a single very rare magic item, multiple rare magic

Building a Dungeon

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

–18 Neutral evil 19–20 Chaotic evil NPC Class d20 Class 1 Barbarian 2 Bard 3–4 Cleric 5 Druid 6–7 Fighter 8 Monk 9 Paladin 10 Ranger 11–14 Rogue 15 Sorcerer 16 Warlock 17–20 Wizard Dungeon

control the dungeon and conduct their rites there. Tomb. Tombs are magnets for treasure hunters, as well as monsters that hunger for the bones of the dead. Treasure Vault. Built to protect powerful

Staff

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

creating nonplayer characters in chapter 4 of the Dungeon Master’s Guide to detail the majordomo, giving this individual a vibrant personality and backstory. The majordomo’s goals should be aligned

hirelings to conduct franchise tasks and downtime activities. Hirelings cannot perform more than one task at a time. A full complement of skilled hirelings assisting the party on a mission precludes

Starting Quests

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

to regain its integrity and standing, several bad apples threaten to impede that progress with their sinister ventures. Esvele’s brother, Kressando, was sent to Skullport to conduct secret meetings

the characters find the throne (see level 3, area 14c) and inform Volo of its location, he shares this information with his elf friends, who express their gratitude by giving the party a beautifully

Star Forge Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Giants of the Star Forge

removing the runestone and replacing it with this medallion. Other Shelters. The other shelters around the lake have similar features and lie in different states of disrepair, but none contain any items or

of red stone stand before the wide archways on the Star Forge’s south wall. Runestones embedded in the pillars radiate white light, giving the impression that the pillars are streaked with glowing

Random Encounters in Thither

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

is not disturbed, the howling and gift-giving ends 1 minute later, after which the blink dogs fill in the hole with loose dirt, burying the dead dog. The mournful dogs then lope away. The blink dogs

hope of ending hostilities. On a successful check, the character convinces Meadowleaf (and, by extension, the shrubs) not to attack on their next turn, giving the characters a brief time in which to

City Celebrations

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

season that lasts a tenday. Among the rituals in homage to the goddess of wealth and trade are these: Caravance (Tarsahk 1). This gift-giving holiday commemorates the traditional arrival of the first

Waterdeep to wish the people well — giving short speeches, offering toasts to Ahghairon’s memory, buying rounds of drinks, or paying for meals or accommodation. Needless to say, establishments of those

Verbeeg Lair

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

points and a walking speed of 30 feet. It lacks the Charge feature and any effective attacks, giving it a challenge rating of 0 (0 XP). The verbeeg acquired his livestock by robbing travelers on the

. Replacing the stolen object ends the curse, as does a remove curse spell or similar magic.Gahg the verbeeg has a basket of goodies for her beloved Duhg

Gnome Gods

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

appreciation in return. Sometimes the deity reveals itself before giving the gift, and sometimes the item simply appears on the recipient’s pillow or in a loot sack. Typical gifts include a golden

example of what befalls mortals who conduct themselves the same way. For the gnomes, this niche is filled by Urdlen, also known as the Glutton for its selfish and cruel behavior. Though the details

Paladin Subclasses

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

. These Paladins meet the archetype of the knight in shining armor. They hold themselves to the highest standards of conduct, and some—for better or worse—hold the rest of the world to the same

light; they love the beautiful and life-giving things of the world more than any principles of honor, courage, and justice. They often adorn their armor and clothing with images of growing things—leaves

Goldenfields Quests

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

declares her friendship by giving them a pouch of 1d4 + 4 magical silver berries that she picked near the Lost Peaks. Swallowing a berry has the same effect as imbibing a potion of invisibility. If one or

plans to visit an old friend — a ranger named Quinn Nardrosz who lives in Jalanthar. If she’s friendly toward the characters, she invites them to join her, saying she could use the company. If the

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