consisting reading given to have region

Cradle of the Storm Scion

Monsters Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

sleep is troubled by nightmares. When roused, the cradle takes on a vaguely giant-shaped form consisting of air, water, and ice whirling in fury. If the cradle is destroyed, the scion of Stronmaus

churning elements. Regional Effects The region surrounding a scion of Stronmaus is altered by the giant’s magic, creating one or more of the following effects: Elemental Portals. Two-way portals

Ezmerelda d'Avenir

Monsters Curse of Strahd

they had given him. Ezmerelda witnessed van Richten’s act of mercy and was deeply moved by it. Van Richten’s Tragic Tale. At the age of fifteen, Ezmerelda, still troubled by what her

herself. Tarokka Deck. Ezmerelda keeps a deck of tarokka cards in her wagon (chapter 11, area V1). Although the cards aren’t magical, Ezmerelda can use them to perform a card reading for the

Scion of Stronmaus

Monsters Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

vaguely giant-shaped form consisting of air, water, and ice whirling in fury. If the cradle is destroyed, the scion of Stronmaus inside it awakens. Among the mightiest creatures of all giantkind, the

elemental might like few other forces in the multiverse can muster: blades of lightning, boulder-sized hailstones, and a storm of churning elements. Regional Effects The region surrounding a scion

Stalagma Steelshadow

Monsters Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

flames, such as lanterns, have a 50 percent chance of being extinguished. Regional Effects The region containing a legendary Steel dragon’s lair is warped by the dragon’s magic, which

60 feet per round and take no falling damage. Given days or longer to work, the dragon can make clouds and fog within its lair as solid as stone, forming structures and other objects as it wishes

Noble - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

bestowed? How much influence do they wield, and over what area? What kind of reputation does your family have among the other aristocrats of the region? How do the common people regard them? What&rsquo

among your equipment a banner or other token from a noble lord or lady to whom you have given your heart—in a chaste sort of devotion. (This person could be your bond.) Variant Feature

Iymrith

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

a secret yet widespread organization called the Kraken Society. Using information given to them by the evil storm giant sisters, Kraken Society operatives ambushed and killed Queen Neri. Iymrith then

","rollAction":"Lightning Arc","rollDamageType":"lightning"} lightning damage. Regional Effects The region containing a legendary blue dragon’s lair is warped by the dragon’s magic, which

Graz'zt Legacy

Monsters Out of the Abyss

Zelatar, found within his Abyssal domain of Azzatar. Graz’zt’s maddening influence radiates outward in a tangible ripple, warping reality around him. Given enough time in a single location

(Stealth) checks made to hide. Regional Effects The region containing Graz’zt’s lair is warped by his magic, creating one or more of the following effects: Flat surfaces within 1 mile of

Graz'zt

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

around him. Given enough time in a single location, Graz’zt can twist it with his power. Graz’zt’s lair is a den of ostentation and hedonism. It is adorned with finery and decorations

have disadvantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks made to hide. Regional Effects The region containing Graz’zt’s lair is warped by his magic, creating one or more of the following effects

Human Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

sang from every page. Long into the night Liriel read, lighting candle after precious candle. She’d never given much thought to humans, but these stories fascinated her. In these yellowed

shorter lives that they strive to achieve as much as they can in the years they are given. Or maybe they feel they have something to prove to the elder races, and that’s why they build their mighty

Knight Legacy

Backgrounds Player’s Handbook (2014)

bestowed? How much influence do they wield, and over what area? What kind of reputation does your family have among the other aristocrats of the region? How do the common people regard them? What&rsquo

noble lord or lady to whom you have given your heart—in a chaste sort of devotion. (This person could be your bond.) Skill Proficiencies: History, Persuasion Tool Proficiencies: One type of

Adult Silver Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

unprotected flames are extinguished. Protected flames, such as lanterns, have a 50 percent chance of being extinguished. Regional Effects The region containing a legendary silver dragon’s lair

its allies. Such creatures descend at a rate of 60 feet per round and take no falling damage. Given days or longer to work, the dragon can make clouds and fog within its lair as solid as stone, forming

The Harvest Terror

monsters

beak gapes and devours secrets. Wisdom Saving Throw: DC 15, each creature in a 20-foot Emanation originating from the terror (with Disadvantage if the target has given up one of its secrets to the

the extraplanar corn maze known as the Fields of the Crow. The region containing the Harvest Terror’s lair is changed by its presence, creating the following effects: Amber Eyes. Within 1 mile of

Ancient Silver Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

, and unprotected flames are extinguished. Protected flames, such as lanterns, have a 50 percent chance of being extinguished. Regional Effects The region containing a legendary silver dragon&rsquo

’s or its allies. Such creatures descend at a rate of 60 feet per round and take no falling damage. Given days or longer to work, the dragon can make clouds and fog within its lair as solid as stone

Dragonborn Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

known that reading her father’s face was a skill she’d been fortunate to learn. A human who couldn’t spot the shift of her eyes or Havilar’s would certainly see only the

to another dragonborn clan before seeking aid from other races—or even from the gods. Dragonborn Names Dragonborn have personal names given at birth, but they put their clan names first as a

Shub-Niggurath

monsters

represents burgeoning life unburdened by the demands of ethics, laws, or society. Her worshippers exist in isolated enclaves, largely consisting of families, isolated villagers, or exiles who renounce the

in circles or guiding them away from the community. Beasts in the region grow violent, attacking outsiders but allowing cultists to hunt them down with ease. Communities in the area face a ghastly

Noble Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

bestowed? How much influence do they wield, and over what area? What kind of reputation does your family have among the other aristocrats of the region? How do the common people regard them? What&rsquo

, you might include among your equipment a banner or other token from a noble lord or lady to whom you have given your heart—in a chaste sort of devotion. (This person could be your bond

Card Reading

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

Card Reading When you perform a card reading before running the adventure, write down the results for reference later. If the characters have their fortunes read in the adventures, do the card

reading again, out loud for the players’ benefit. Substitute the new results for the old ones. When you’re ready to begin the card reading, remove the fourteen cards with the crown icon (the high deck) and

Card Reading

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

Card Reading When you perform a card reading before running the adventure, write down the results for reference later. If the characters have their fortunes read in the adventures, do the card

reading again, out loud for the players’ benefit. Substitute the new results for the old ones. When you’re ready to begin the card reading, remove the fourteen cards with the crown icon (the high deck) and

Druid Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

used for thrown weapons, such as darts or javelins. Druids from regions that lack the plants described here have chosen other plants to take on similar uses. For instance, a druid of a desert region

of Greyhawk and the Forgotten Realms, druidic circles are not usually connected to the faith of a single nature deity. Any given circle in the Forgotten Realms, for example, might include druids who

Locations of the North

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

, adventurers traveling along a road or a trail might come across a tiny settlement consisting of a handful of homesteads built around an inn or tavern where locals gather. (If you need a tavern name, use the

ignore the encounter and create your own activity based on the information given in a location’s description; for example, the “Arn Forest” section mentions rock gnomes who inhabit the woods, which might make for a fun encounter of your own creation. Map 3.1: The North

Setting the Adventure

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

to detail the region however you please. Eberron. San Citlán might appear between the Blade Desert and Endworld Mountains in eastern Khorvaire, a location that might lead you to add more elves and

dinosaurs into the mix, given the proximity of Valenar and the Talenta Plains. Forgotten Realms. This adventure could easily be placed on the edge of Anauroch, potentially along either the Graycloak

Setting the Adventure

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

to detail the region however you please. Eberron. San Citlán might appear between the Blade Desert and Endworld Mountains in eastern Khorvaire, a location that might lead you to add more elves and

dinosaurs into the mix, given the proximity of Valenar and the Talenta Plains. Forgotten Realms. This adventure could easily be placed on the edge of Anauroch, potentially along either the Graycloak

Using the Maps

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

the DM’s eyes only. As the characters explore locations on a given map, you can redraw portions of the map on graph paper, a wet-erase mat, or other surface to help your players visualize locations that

map is meant to be shared with the players. One side of the poster map shows the Phandalin region, including prominent locations in the Underdark where the characters will travel. If the players

Languages and Dialects

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

. In a region where one race has subjugated another, the language of the conquerors can become a mark of social status. Similarly, reading and writing might be restricted by law to the upper classes of a society.

Names in the Five Nations

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

Nations, most citizens have a given name followed by a surname. This surname is either a family name or related to an occupation or region of origin. So Sorn Fellhorn, Kara of Windshire, and Tellan

Names in the Five Nations Naming conventions vary by nation. The Zil gnomes always use three names—a given name, a family name, and a clan name. Warforged often use a single name. Within the Five

Languages and Dialects

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

. In a region where one race has subjugated another, the language of the conquerors can become a mark of social status. Similarly, reading and writing might be restricted by law to the upper classes of a society.

Setting the Adventure

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

travel to Siabsungkoh arrive a quarter mile from the market, which is impossible to miss. Eberron. Given its eclectic array of goods, vendors, and colorful magical signs, the Dyn Singh Night Market

Siabsungkoh valley might appear amid the Cloud Peaks of Amn or along the Vilhon Reach. The Dyn Singh Night Market can make a distinctive addition to any region known for trade.

Navigating

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

Navigating Becoming lost is a serious risk in the twisting tunnels of the Underdark, and travelers can wander in circles without knowing it. Creatures unfamiliar with a given region of the Underdark

Using the Maps

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

the DM’s eyes only. As the characters explore locations on a given map, you can redraw portions of the map on graph paper, a wet-erase mat, or other surface to help your players visualize locations that

map is meant to be shared with the players. One side of the poster map shows the Phandalin region, including prominent locations in the Underdark where the characters will travel. If the players

Zodiac Phenomena

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

on the affected region. The Zodiac Phenomena table lists effects and brief encounters associated with the constellations of the Sky of Many Things. You can use the effect associated with the zodiac

season changes, with a new constellation rising to prominence. One or more planets align inside a given constellation. Darkness falls on a moonless night. The characters take a long rest. A character

Zodiac Phenomena

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

on the affected region. The Zodiac Phenomena table lists effects and brief encounters associated with the constellations of the Sky of Many Things. You can use the effect associated with the zodiac

season changes, with a new constellation rising to prominence. One or more planets align inside a given constellation. Darkness falls on a moonless night. The characters take a long rest. A character

Falling Star

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase

near Cernant Valley, where Shalfey’s emissaries were headed. If the characters didn’t find the map, the memory flood has given them the equivalent knowledge of the region.

Skeletons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

guardians, soldiers, or laborers. In rare cases, skeletons are reanimated but given no particular direction. Roll on or choose a result from the Skeleton Pantomimes table to inspire how undirected

with other skeletons, despite being hacked to animate splinters. 3 Mimics ways it entertained itself in life, such as acting, dancing, or reading. 4 Performs a familiar task, such as cleaning, cooking, mining, or praying. 5 Repeats its final moments of life. 6 Stands guard at the post it protected in life.

Names in the Five Nations

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

Nations, most citizens have a given name followed by a surname. This surname is either a family name or related to an occupation or region of origin. So Sorn Fellhorn, Kara of Windshire, and Tellan

Names in the Five Nations Naming conventions vary by nation. The Zil gnomes always use three names—a given name, a family name, and a clan name. Warforged often use a single name. Within the Five

Navigating

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

Navigating Becoming lost is a serious risk in the twisting tunnels of the Underdark, and travelers can wander in circles without knowing it. Creatures unfamiliar with a given region of the Underdark

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