connection released group to her remaining

Scrying

Spells Player’s Handbook

target and the sort of physical connection you have to it. The target doesn’t know what it is making the save against, only that it feels uneasy. Your Knowledge of the Target Is... Save

as if you were there. The sensor moves with the target, remaining within 10 feet of it for the duration. If something can see the sensor, it appears as a luminous orb about the size of your fist

Fractine

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 1: Spelljammer Creatures

half as much damage. Split. When a Large fractine that has at least 10 hit points remaining takes bludgeoning, piercing, slashing, or thunder damage from any source, it splits into two Medium fractines

creature trapped in its demiplane, that creature is released when the fractine splits, reappearing in an unoccupied space as close to the new fractines as possible.A fractine is a bizarre, two

Cave Fisher

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

cave fisher, and the cave fisher makes one Claw attack against it. Anyone else who was attached to the filament is released. Until the grapple ends on the target, the cave fisher can’t use Adhesive

then climbs to a hiding spot and adheres itself to the surface to rest and wait. When prey blunders into the filament, the cave fisher reels in its meal. A group of cave fishers might work together to

Drow Arachnomancer

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

. By offering up body and soul to Lolth, they gain tremendous power and a supernatural connection to the ancient spiders of the Demonweb Pits, channeling magic from that dread place.PoisonChange Shape

(Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). The drow magically transforms into a Large spider, remaining in that form for up to 1 hour, or back into its true form. Its statistics, other than its size, are

Hierophant of the Comet

Monsters The Book of Many Things

one world, one for each card in a Deck of Many Things. As a group, hierophants are sometimes called Sages, but each hierophant is also identified with a particular card. When a hierophant dies, the

remaining leaders choose an initiate to fill the position, preferring initiates from the oldest broods. A new hierophant undergoes a rite similar to the rite of initiation, but only the other

Saint Markovia's Thighbone

Magic Items Curse of Strahd

she dare to challenge him. As she rallied her followers and prepared to march on Castle Ravenloft, Strahd sent a group of vampire spawn to her abbey. They confronted Markovia and were destroyed to a

;s saintliness passed partly into her bones as the rest of her body decomposed. Her remaining thighbone is imbued with power that inflicts grievous injury on the undead.

Loxodon

Species Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

the Orzhov Syndicate or the Azorius Senate. Loxodons believe that the members of a group have a responsibility to look out for each other. Once they have joined a guild or bonded with other individuals

in any capacity, loxodons devote themselves to maintaining that bond. They coordinate their efforts and are often willing to sacrifice themselves for the sake of the group. They expect reciprocal

Soul Coin

Magic Items Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

trapped within it, as does expending all of the coin’s charges. The coin itself rusts from within and is destroyed once the soul is released. A freed soul travels to the realm of the god it

served or the outer plane most closely tied to its alignment (DM’s choice). The souls of lawful evil creatures released from soul coins typically emerge from the River Styx as lemure;lemure devils

Urban Bounty Hunter

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

it more difficult to pursue a personal agenda that doesn’t fit with the group’s objectives — but on the other hand, you can take down much more formidable targets with the help of

of society that your chosen quarries move through. These people might be associated with the criminal underworld, the rough-and-tumble folk of the streets, or members of high society. This connection

Young Crystal Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

, crystal dragons enjoy an innate psionic connection to the Positive Plane that suffuses their bodies as well as their personalities with light. Though they prefer to live in desolate, frigid regions, many

; connection to the radiant forces of the Positive Plane fosters a nurturing, optimistic attitude in most of these dragons. They sometimes adopt the abandoned eggs or hatchlings of other dragons; many

Morkoth

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

remnant of celestial matter imbued with life-giving magic. The collision released a storm of chaotic energy and sent countless islands spinning away into the void. Within some of them, bits of the god&rsquo

are tied to a particular place or group of locales, and still others move erratically through the cosmos. Occasionally, a morkoth learns to direct its island’s movement.A Morkoth’s Lair

Staff of the Forgotten One

Magic Items Tomb of Annihilation

. Destroying the Staff. A creature in possession of the staff can use an action to break it over one knee or a solid surface. The staff is destroyed and releases its remaining magic in an explosion that

successful one. When the staff is destroyed, the life force of the Forgotten One is released to the afterlife. Where it goes is anyone’s guess. Casting the staff into a sphere of annihilation

Aarakocra Legacy

Species Elemental Evil Player's Companion

survivors. These aarakocra and their descendants have sworn vengeance against the dragon and may be seen scouring the lands of the North and Cormyr for signs of their foe. Their only remaining settlement

have historical ties to the Wind Dukes of Aaqa. Exceptional individuals honor that connection and might seek out the missing pieces of the Rod of Seven Parts, the remains of an artifact fashioned by

Ancient Emerald Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

pit fiend to buy back the soul of a legendary hero. 2 A group of adult red dragon;adult red and adult silver dragon;silver dragons set aside their differences to learn wisdom from an ancient

of the remaining areas of the vaults as they were when their creators abandoned them, taking great interest in the artifacts and architecture they left behind. Visitors who manage to convince the

Scrying Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

the sort of physical connection you have to it. If a target knows you're casting this spell, it can fail the saving throw voluntarily if it wants to be observed. Knowledge Save Modifier

Secondhand (you have heard of the target) +5 Firsthand (you have met the target) 0 Familiar (you know the target well) -5 Connection Save Modifier

Firbolg Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

the group’s needs, but the effect each action will have on the forest and the rest of the natural world. Firbolg tribes would rather go hungry than strain the land during a famine. Hidden

offering food and other supplies to aid their departure. If those who insist on remaining respect nature, take only what they need, and live in harmony with the wood, firbolgs explore the possibility

Deck of Many Things Legacy

Magic Items Basic Rules (2014)

, the remaining number of cards fly from the deck on their own and take effect all at once. Once a card is drawn, it fades from existence. Unless the card is the Fool or the Jester, the card reappears

-handedly defeat the next hostile monster or group of monsters you encounter, you gain experience points enough to gain one level. Otherwise, this card has no effect. Donjon. You disappear and become

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

undetected and don’t give their targets reason to harm them. For example, a group of city kobolds might sneak into a cobbler’s house at night to loot it of knives, leather bits, nails, and

see magic as part of their connection to dragons, and are proud to be blessed with the ability to wield such power. Young kobold sorcerers are trained by elders, and the training has an almost

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

battle or illness, but an orc can live to about 40, remaining healthy almost up until the end. Luthic’s divine blessing can further extend an orc’s life, though Gruumsh is never happy when

warriors are commanded to scour the surrounding landscape for any opportunity to spill blood and bring glory to their gods. Often, bands of warriors work on a rotation, with one group heading out on a

Deck of Several Things

Magic Items Lost Laboratory of Kwalish

, the remaining number of cards fly from the deck on their own and take effect all at once. Once a card is drawn, it fades from existence. Unless the card is the Fool or the Jester, the card reappears

defeat the next hostile monster or group of monsters you encounter, you have advantage on ability checks made using one skill of your choice for the duration of the adventure. Otherwise, this card has no

Developments

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

last bequest from the mind of Araumycos. A puff of rapport spores or a lingering psychic connection informs them of one or more of the secrets of the Underdark gathered during the entity’s vast

existence. If you want to provide the players with any remaining information about virtually anything in the adventure, this is an excellent opportunity to do so.

Developments

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

last bequest from the mind of Araumycos. A puff of rapport spores or a lingering psychic connection informs them of one or more of the secrets of the Underdark gathered during the entity’s vast

existence. If you want to provide the players with any remaining information about virtually anything in the adventure, this is an excellent opportunity to do so.

Running Preludes

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

you’re using: Focus on Specific Characters. Run the prelude with a spotlight on the focus characters. Consider running it with a single player or a small group of players before the adventure begins. The

“Broken Silence” and “Eye in the Sky” preludes lend themselves to this. Focus on the Group. Run the prelude for a group of characters. These characters meet during their travels and participate in

Character Death

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5

the knowledge of how this feat is accomplished. New Character The player selects or creates a new character who joins the group. Syranna coordinates uniting newcomers with a group in the dungeon

. Such characters might be Thayan Resurrection members anxious to join the fight against Szass Tam. The new character could have been a prisoner in the Doomvault, released to help the rebels. Regardless of origin, the character arrives with the necessary resources and information to join the party.

How Patrons Work

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

patron’s background and your characters’ roles in it, including the kinds of adventures and missions you might undertake on its behalf Benefits your group gets from your patron, which might include

compensation, equipment, privileges, and proficiencies A list of potential contacts who can serve as your personal connection to your patron

Scrying

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

by how well you know the target and the sort of physical connection you have to it. If a target knows you’re casting this spell, it can fail the saving throw voluntarily if it wants to be observed

. Knowledge Save Modifier Secondhand (you have heard of the target) +5 Firsthand (you have met the target) +0 Familiar (you know the target well) -5 Connection Save Modifier Likeness or picture -2

Scrying

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

by how well you know the target and the sort of physical connection you have to it. If a target knows you’re casting this spell, it can fail the saving throw voluntarily if it wants to be observed

. Knowledge Save Modifier Secondhand (you have heard of the target) +5 Firsthand (you have met the target) +0 Familiar (you know the target well) −5 Connection Save Modifier Likeness or picture −2

Running Preludes

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

you’re using: Focus on Specific Characters. Run the prelude with a spotlight on the focus characters. Consider running it with a single player or a small group of players before the adventure begins. The

“Broken Silence” and “Eye in the Sky” preludes lend themselves to this. Focus on the Group. Run the prelude for a group of characters. These characters meet during their travels and participate in

Character Death

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5

the knowledge of how this feat is accomplished. New Character The player selects or creates a new character who joins the group. Syranna coordinates uniting newcomers with a group in the dungeon

. Such characters might be Thayan Resurrection members anxious to join the fight against Szass Tam. The new character could have been a prisoner in the Doomvault, released to help the rebels. Regardless of origin, the character arrives with the necessary resources and information to join the party.

How Patrons Work

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

patron’s background and your characters’ roles in it, including the kinds of adventures and missions you might undertake on its behalf Benefits your group gets from your patron, which might include

compensation, equipment, privileges, and proficiencies A list of potential contacts who can serve as your personal connection to your patron

Scrying

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

by how well you know the target and the sort of physical connection you have to it. If a target knows you’re casting this spell, it can fail the saving throw voluntarily if it wants to be observed

. Knowledge Save Modifier Secondhand (you have heard of the target) +5 Firsthand (you have met the target) +0 Familiar (you know the target well) -5 Connection Save Modifier Likeness or picture -2

Scrying

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

by how well you know the target and the sort of physical connection you have to it. If a target knows you’re casting this spell, it can fail the saving throw voluntarily if it wants to be observed

. Knowledge Save Modifier Secondhand (you have heard of the target) +5 Firsthand (you have met the target) +0 Familiar (you know the target well) −5 Connection Save Modifier Likeness or picture −2

Character Hooks

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

outsiders to Akharin Sangar to supplement the city’s guard during the festival. The group in power trusts that competent adventurers from outside the city will have no connection to the local revolutionary

Episodes and Serials

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

adventure rarely resurface to trouble the characters again. If your game group plays infrequently, an episodic campaign might be ideal because the players can enjoy the current adventure even if they’ve

forgotten the details of earlier adventures. Starting a New Episode. In an episodic campaign, the start of a new adventure doesn’t necessarily have any connection to the end of the last one. The action

Criminal

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

Criminal Sharn is home to a number of powerful criminal organizations, and your background gives a tie to one of them. Work with your DM to decide which group you’re connected to, and use this table

to determine the nature of that connection. 1d4 Criminal 1 You have family or friends in the organization, but you’ve still got to prove yourself to the gang. 2 You retired from the

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