connection recent guide to her respect

Kadroth

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

he's tight with Levistus. He rules the roost by sheer force of personality, though it chafes him that Hethyl Arkorran has more respect and influence within the cult. Kadroth doesn't involve Avarice

in cult affairs because he fears her spellcasting ability and her connection to the Arcane Brotherhood. She could take over the cult anytime she wanted, and Kadroth doesn't want to give her any reason

Flind

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

a demonic warrior known as a flind. A war band of demon-worshiping gnolls typically contains only one flind, and that creature sets the war band’s path. Because of its special connection to

Yeenoghu, a flind uses demonic insight to guide the gnolls toward weak prey ripe for slaughter. Unlike other leaders who might skulk behind their minions, a flind leads the charge in battle. Its flail causes wracking pain, paralysis, and disorientation in those it strikes.

King Hekaton

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

— to keep the more unruly giants in line. For as long as Hekaton had reigned, fear of the king’s wrath and respect for the ordning was enough to keep lesser giants from rising up against

him. But in recent years, King Hekaton had become convinced that the age of the giants was past, as evidenced by the growing distance between the giants and their gods. Annam the All-Father didn&rsquo

Uthgardt Shaman

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

resentful of most kinds of magic. Seldom do they choose to become shamans. Instead, the role is thrust upon those who are born with a strong connection to the spirit world. To be a shaman is to stand

and respect a shaman’s power. An Uthgardt shaman must possess a sacred bundle to cast spells. A sacred bundle is made up of sticks, bones, feathers, tufts of fur, and stones that have been &ldquo

Mark of Handling Human

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

were born to rule it. —Dalin d’Vadalis The Mark of Handling gives its bearer a primal connection to beasts and the natural world, granting the power to calm and coax. This extends beyond

purely natural animals; the mark allows its bearer to guide a hippogriff as easily as a horse. House Vadalis Leader: Dalin d’Vadalis Headquarters: Foalswood (near Varna, Eldeen Reaches

Sword of Zariel

Magic Items Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

following tables. These traits override any conflicting personality trait, ideal, bond, or flaw. Personality Traits D8 PERSONALITY TRAIT 1 I treat all beings, even enemies, with respect

) 3 Responsibility. It is the duty of the strong to protect the weak. (Lawful) 4 Respect. All people deserve to be treated with dignity. (Good) 5 Honor. The way I

Faction Agent

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

: In recent years, the Zhentarim have become more visible in the world at large, as the group works to improve its reputation among the common people. The faction draws employees and associates

attitude. 5 I quote (or misquote) sacred texts and proverbs in almost every situation. 6 I am tolerant (or intolerant) of other faiths and respect (or condemn) the worship of other gods. 7

Urchin - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

speed would normally allow. BALDUR’S GATE FEATURE: GATEGUIDE CONNECTION Even though you might not be a member of the Gateguides crew, you’ve associated with enough of them that you know

. d6 Ideal 1 Respect. All people, rich or poor, deserve respect. (Good) 2 Community. We have to take care of each other, because no one else is going to do it. (Lawful

Acolyte - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

an acolyte, you command the respect of those who share your faith, and you can perform the religious ceremonies of your deity. You and your adventuring companions can expect to receive free healing

tolerant (or intolerant) of other faiths and respect (or condemn) the worship of other gods. 7 I’ve enjoyed fine food, drink, and high society among my temple’s elite. Rough living grates

Criminal - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

realizing the connection. You got the Guild to back off demands for your death by offering to make amends by working for the criminals, but even so the kingpin still plots a personal revenge. 2 The

among thieves, but criminals rarely show any respect for law or authority. d8 Personality Trait 1 I always have a plan for what to do when things go wrong. 2 I am always calm, no

Crook of Rao

Magic Items Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

existential threats, and the crook was largely forgotten. In recent ages, though, the Crook of Rao was rediscovered and leveraged against the rising power of the Witch Queen Iggwilv (one of the names of the

’s Guide: 2 minor beneficial properties 1 major beneficial property 1 minor detrimental property Spells. The crook has 6 charges. While holding it, you can use an action to expend 1 or more

Soldier - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

standing national army or a mercenary company, or perhaps a member of a local militia who rose to prominence during a recent war. When you choose this background, work with your DM to determine which

leaves me quivering with fear. 2 I have little respect for anyone who is not a proven warrior. 3 I made a terrible mistake in battle that cost many lives—and I would do anything to

Aasimar Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

celestial agent of the gods as a guide. This entity is typically a deva, an angel who acts as a messenger to the mortal world. Hidden Wanderers While aasimar are strident foes of evil, they typically

;provides guidance to the aasimar, though this connection functions only in dreams. As such, the guidance is not a direct command or a simple spoken word. Instead, the aasimar receives visions, prophecies

Ghostlight Passenger

backgrounds

Once, even before your most recent travel to Druskenvald, you rode the deathly train known as the Ghostlight Express. Your memories of that journey might be hazy and dreamlike, or they could be sharp

and jarring in their clarity. You learned some of the workings of the ghostly engine and formed a connection with the conductor and fellow travelers that has stayed with you. At times, you are even

Acolyte Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

incense, vestments, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 15 gp FEATURE: SHELTER OF THE FAITHFUL As an acolyte, you command the respect of those who share your faith, and you can perform

proverbs in almost every situation. 6 I am tolerant (or intolerant) of other faiths and respect (or condemn) the worship of other gods. 7 I’ve enjoyed fine food, drink, and high

Soldier Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

battlefield. You might have been part of a standing national army or a mercenary company, or perhaps a member of a local militia who rose to prominence during a recent war. When you choose this background

. d6 Flaw 1 The monstrous enemy we faced in battle still leaves me quivering with fear. 2 I have little respect for anyone who is not a proven warrior. 3 I made a terrible

Triton Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

elemental planes, and other dangerous spots far from the eyes of land-bound folk. Long-established guardians of the deep ocean floor, in recent years the noble tritons have become increasingly active in

arrogant. They see themselves as caretakers of the sea, and they expect other creatures to pay them deep respect, if not complete deference. This attitude might grate on others, but it arises from a seed

Gods and Religion

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

creators of the First World, are the closest things to gods among dragonkind. Since they share the same fundamental connection to the Material Plane as their dragon offspring, Bahamut and Tiamat are

described in the Dungeon Master’s Guide, Bahamut is revered as a god of justice and nobility, favored by paladins, while Tiamat is known as a god of greed, wealth, and vengeance. Dragons view the

Gods and Religion

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

creators of the First World, are the closest things to gods among dragonkind. Since they share the same fundamental connection to the Material Plane as their dragon offspring, Bahamut and Tiamat are

described in the Dungeon Master’s Guide, Bahamut is revered as a god of justice and nobility, favored by paladins, while Tiamat is known as a god of greed, wealth, and vengeance. Dragons view the

A Cry for Help

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

A Cry for Help Time is short, and Dr. Dannell is desperate for help. She has exhausted all official channels and has turned to the characters. The characters should have some connection to Dr

. Dannell to explain why she reaches out to them. Have your players determine this connection before the adventure begins. Here are some possibilities: Dannell Family Friend. Dr. Dannell hails from a family

A Cry for Help

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

A Cry for Help Time is short, and Dr. Dannell is desperate for help. She has exhausted all official channels and has turned to the characters. The characters should have some connection to Dr

. Dannell to explain why she reaches out to them. Have your players determine this connection before the adventure begins. Here are some possibilities: Dannell Family Friend. Dr. Dannell hails from a family

Paladin Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

an orc war band celebrating its recent victory. Silently, he stalks into their midst and whispers an oath, and two orcs are dead before they even realize he is there. Silver hair shining in a shaft

, an impenitent paladin might be forced to abandon this class and adopt another, or perhaps to take the Oathbreaker paladin option that appears in the Dungeon Master’s Guide. Class Features As a paladin, you gain the following class features.

Athreos's Influence

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

Tartyx River. Though the god of the sea quietly resents sharing even a drop of water, she considers the River Guide to be a quiet, unobtrusive trespasser on her favored element and keeps her distance. Were her respect to wane, though, Thassa would eagerly vie to control the Rivers That Ring the World.

transports is payment: a single coin of any minting or value. The River Guide has an expansive definition of what constitutes a coin, from actual stamped currency and jewelry to shiny beads or opalescent

Surface Dwellers

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

her presence there can provide a connection for the characters when they visit the dwarven settlement in chapter 8. If Eldeth didn’t survive, she might have charged the characters with returning her

was treated, the orc most likely parts from the characters in peace — out of respect for their battle prowess, if nothing else.

Surface Dwellers

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

her presence there can provide a connection for the characters when they visit the dwarven settlement in chapter 8. If Eldeth didn’t survive, she might have charged the characters with returning her

was treated, the orc most likely parts from the characters in peace — out of respect for their battle prowess, if nothing else.

Chapter 8: Realms of Etharis

compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Grim Hollow: Player’s Guide

its meandering hills, vast sky, and clear rivers. It’s said that the residents of Charneault, both the elves and northerners who maintain a tentative peace, hold a closer connection to the land and

a land of countless beauties and mysteries. In recent times, however, the fog has transformed into a malevolent force. The King of Charneault, Thibault de Sauveterre, and the elven Archdruid

Athreos's Influence

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

Tartyx River. Though the god of the sea quietly resents sharing even a drop of water, she considers the River Guide to be a quiet, unobtrusive trespasser on her favored element and keeps her distance. Were her respect to wane, though, Thassa would eagerly vie to control the Rivers That Ring the World.

transports is payment: a single coin of any minting or value. The River Guide has an expansive definition of what constitutes a coin, from actual stamped currency and jewelry to shiny beads or opalescent

Ranger Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

talents and abilities are honed with deadly focus on the grim task of protecting the borderlands. Independent Adventurers Though a ranger might make a living as a hunter, a guide, or a tracker, a

a magical connection to nature through the necessity of surviving in the wilds. What’s the source of your particular hatred of a certain kind of enemy? Did a monster kill someone you loved or

Origins Make the Sorcerer

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

Origins Make the Sorcerer Each sorcerer draws their power from different sources, based on their lineage or their connection to the multiverse. Your own lineage defines much about your place in the

world and your approach to magic, and can help you establish your connection to your Acquisitions Incorporated franchise. Divine Soul As a divine soul, you have a special place in your franchise. Just

Origins Make the Sorcerer

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

Origins Make the Sorcerer Each sorcerer draws their power from different sources, based on their lineage or their connection to the multiverse. Your own lineage defines much about your place in the

world and your approach to magic, and can help you establish your connection to your Acquisitions Incorporated franchise. Divine Soul As a divine soul, you have a special place in your franchise. Just

Yuan-ti Pureblood Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

or in daily life, the following principles guide the yuan-ti in all they do. Other Lives Are Cheap Yuan-ti put little value on humanoid lives, even those of their own slaves and cultists. They would

another society and wish to be part of it. 3 I respect my superiors and obey them without question. My fate is theirs to decide. 4 I have an interest in an unsuitable mate, which I can&rsquo

The Mark of Handling

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

that we were born to rule it. —Dalin d’Vadalis The Mark of Handling gives its bearer a primal connection to beasts and the natural world, granting the power to calm and coax. This extends beyond purely natural animals; the mark allows its bearer to guide a hippogriff as easily as a horse.

The Mark of Handling

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

that we were born to rule it. —Dalin d’Vadalis The Mark of Handling gives its bearer a primal connection to beasts and the natural world, granting the power to calm and coax. This extends beyond purely natural animals; the mark allows its bearer to guide a hippogriff as easily as a horse.

Mechanical Guides

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild

Mechanical Guides Each mechanical guide is programmed to teleport through space and time to the adventure’s set locations, effectively dropping the characters at the start of chapter 3 or chapter 4

. Each guide can return to its agent’s manor at any time. Each guide is an unaligned Medium construct with AC 20, 50 hit points, and a speed of 20 feet. It has no attacks, and has a +0 modifier for all

Aasimar Guides

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

Aasimar Guides An aasimar, except for one who has turned to evil, has a link to an angelic being. That being — usually a deva — provides guidance to the aasimar, though this connection functions only

, consider the nature of that character’s angelic guide. The Angelic Guide tables offer names and natures that you can use to flesh out your character’s guide. NOTE TO THE DM: PLAYING AN ANGELIC GUIDE

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