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Monsters
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
Tactical Discipline. The fist of Bane has advantage on all ability checks and saving throws made during combat.Mace. Melee Weapon Attack: +5;{"diceNotation":"1d20+5","rollType":"to hit"} to hit
to strict military hierarchies. The lowest rank consists of the fist of Bane;fists of Bane, foot soldiers who obey all orders without hesitation. They are led by iron consul;iron consuls, cunning
Monsters
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
Tactical Discipline. The iron consul has advantage on all ability checks and saving throws made during combat.Multiattack. The iron consul makes one attack with its spear and can use its Voice of
maces with heads shaped to look like a closed fist.
Cult Ranks. Bane’s cultists operate according to strict military hierarchies. The lowest rank consists of the fist of Bane;fists of Bane, foot
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
, but it quickly consumes them, body and soul.Zuggtmoy’s Lair
Zuggtmoy’s principal lair is her palace on Shedaklah. It consists of two dozen immense mushrooms of pale yellow and rancid
(Medicine) and Wisdom (Survival) checks have disadvantage.
Fungal Infestation. Molds and fungi grow on surfaces within 6 miles of the lair, even where they would normally find no purchase.
Mutating
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
Link. The elder brain targets one creature within 120 feet of it with which it has a psychic link. The elder brain ends the link, causing the creature to have disadvantage on all ability checks
, incomprehensible whispers in the deepest recesses of its mind. This psychic detritus consists of the elder brain’s stray thoughts commingled with those of other creatures to which it is linked
Elder Brain
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disadvantage on all ability checks, attack rolls, and saving throws until the end of the creature’s next turn.An Elder Brain’s Lair
The lair of an elder brain always lies deep in the heart
with which the elder brain has formed a psychic link hears faint, incomprehensible whispers in the deepest recesses of its mind. This psychic detritus consists of the elder brain’s stray thoughts
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
. If the quarry consists of multiple creatures, they all make the check. If the quarry is never out of the lead pursuer’s sight, the check fails automatically. Otherwise, if the result of the quarry’s
faerie fire spell cast on it might have disadvantage on checks made to escape because it’s much easier to spot. Escape doesn’t necessarily mean the quarry has outpaced its pursuers. For example, in an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
automatically. Otherwise, compare the check’s total to the Passive Perception scores of the pursuers. If the quarry consists of multiple creatures, they all make the check separately, so it’s possible
the quarry’s ability to escape, at your discretion. For example, a quarry with a Faerie Fire spell cast on it might have Disadvantage on checks made to escape because it’s much easier to spot. If the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Walkways The walkways that surround the central well are wide and mostly empty, with the occasional galeb duhr or visitor echo wandering about. Each level consists of a well opening surrounded by a
example), the character must make a successful DC 14 Wisdom check to find that location. On a failure, the character takes a wrong turn and must make additional checks until successful. If led by one of the library’s keepers, characters don’t need to make checks to find the location they seek.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
wearer has a Strength score equal to or higher than the listed score. Stealth. If the Armor table shows "Disadvantage" in the Stealth column, the wearer has disadvantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks
some protection without sacrificing mobility. If you wear light armor, you add your Dexterity modifier to the base number from your armor type to determine your Armor Class. Padded. Padded armor consists
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
characters is if the outpost checks in at the correct time with an “all clear.” Frulam Mondath The rearguard consists of one veteran, six cultists, and two acolytes. The guard and cultists have spears for
until the characters are within 20 yards. If players state that they’re watching for potential ambush spots, give them advantage when making these checks. The rearguard has a twofold mission. It must
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
result for the characters is if the outpost checks in at the correct time with an “all clear.” The rearguard consists of one veteran, six cultists, and two acolytes. The guard and cultists have spears for
until the characters are within 20 yards. If players state that they’re watching for potential ambush spots, give them advantage when making these checks. The rearguard has a twofold mission. It must
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
her most powerful servants. The attacking drow force consists of the following: Ilvara, drow priestess of Lolth, armed with a tentacle rod in addition to the usual equipment Asha, junior drow
(Jorlan has disadvantage on attack rolls, Dexterity checks, and Dexterity saving throws) Four drow warriors If any of the named drow were killed in chapter 1, they have been replaced by other drow with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
volume as they draw near. With the exception of the mastaba (see area V1), the necropolis consists of a series of ruined stone walls jutting out of the sand and patches of paved streets revealed by
to their loyalty to the prince—the flameskulls offer to help. A character must succeed on a DC 20 Charisma (Persuasion) check to sway the flameskulls. Charisma (Deception or Intimidation) checks do not
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
Shrine of Luck Built from material scavenged from the surrounding wilds, the Shrine of Luck consists of a strange assemblage of rocks and stones. Unbeknownst to the townspeople, one such stone in the
. On a failed check, the shrine crumbles more, and the character takes 2 (1d4) bludgeoning damage from falling rocks. After three successful checks, the shrine is repaired. Investigating the Scene. Map
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
T3. Cage Trap If the party continues east along the tunnel past area T2, they walk into a trap. Read the following text only if a character examines the ceiling: The ceiling consists of square stone
to escape. A character pinned under a cage lacks good leverage and has disadvantage on these Strength checks. Development If Grund traps the characters in the hall, he runs to tell Baragustas in area
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Velkynvelve The drow outpost is located high in a cavern, built 100 feet above the rocky floor. The outpost consists of a series of small caves in the cavern walls and four “hanging towers
.
Sound. A small waterfall pouring into the cavern creates a constant background noise, negating the cave’s tendency to amplify and carry sounds. Checks made to hear things in the cavern are made normally
compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Astarion's Book of Hungers
” lurking among the crowd. Astarion suspects trouble and asks the characters to help protect him. Encounters The adventure consists of these encounters. Surrounded. While sitting at the bar (area R2a
character makes a DC 13 Dexterity (Stealth) check. If the checks are successful, the wardens don’t notice the group. On a failed check, the vampire wardens notice the group and begin combat. No Safe
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
consists of an imposing statue of a Chultan warrior wearing a war mask, hunkered down like a panther ready to pounce. Like the monkeys elsewhere on the bridge, the carving is highly stylized. Bright
that it has advantage on Strength (Athletics) checks to resist being pushed. It doesn’t pursue enemies off the bridge unless they continue using ranged attacks or spells against it after retreating. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
for Witherbloom students and faculty doing research in Sedgemoor. Moss and fungi harvesting kits can be found here. Each kit weighs 1 pound, consists of various cutting and collecting tools, and
grants advantage on a character’s Intelligence (Nature) checks to harvest spell components. S5. North Research Shed The second of two small research sheds serves as a gathering area for Witherbloom
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
try to appease the kobold and make one of the following ability checks. Consider these examples:
DC 10 Charisma (Deception). The character tricks the kobold with an outlandish lie.
DC 10 Charisma
flees toward area A4, yelping a call to arms.
Ability Checks. When the outcome of an action is uncertain, the game uses a d20 roll to determine success or failure. This is called a D20 Test. An
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
influenced by the magic of Acheron, creating one or more of the following effects in and around the gate-town: Pulling Rank. Creatures in Rigus have advantage on Charisma (Intimidation) checks made to
influence a creature of a lower rank. These creatures have disadvantage on Charisma (Intimidation) checks made to influence a creature of a higher rank. Regimented Populace. Creatures in Rigus are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
The Drow The garrison at Velkynvelve consists of twelve drow, five drow elite warriors, a junior drow priestess named Asha (use the priest stat block in the Monster Manual, but add the Fey Ancestry
. Because of his injuries, Jorlan has disadvantage on attack rolls, Dexterity checks, and Dexterity saving throws. Drow Warriors The remaining drow males garrisoning Velkynvelve are named Balok, Bemeril
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
characters 13–17 Friendly 18–20 Hostile Mephit Gang A mephit gang consists of 1d4 dust mephits and 1d4 mud mephits. If encountered in Inner Blingdenstone or Rockblight, they are insane and attack
Camouflage. The wererat has advantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks made to hide in rocky terrain.
Xorn This creature leaves the characters alone if they feed it as least 50 gp worth of gems or precious
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
afar. Noxious Stampede The Noxious Stampede consists of nine maelephants (see Morte’s Planar Parade). Their star pitcher, who goes by “Snot Rocket,” shoots stinking balls from its trunk like a cannon
. The defensive team can try to catch the ball (see the “Catching” section). Each batter can attempt this check up to three times; after three failed checks, the batter strikes out and must stand down
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
location of the exit portal. Lending a Hand. Helping Dagdra complete her tasks involves a specific process and a number of ability checks, all at DC 12. When an order comes in, it appears magically on
means that only one character can search for each item. Once three items are located with three checks, any character must then make a Strength (Athletics) or Dexterity (Acrobatics) check to place the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
encounter 11–14 Drow patrol A 15–17 Drow patrol B 18–19 Drow patrol C 20 Drow patrol D Drow Patrol A The standard patrol consists of two drow scouts mounted on giant riding lizards (use the statistics at
moving at a fast pace, they take a −5 penalty to their checks. Unless the characters are moving at a slow pace and being stealthy, the drow spot them with their darkvision and withdraw to an outpost
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
check who also has proficiency in a relevant set of artisan’s tools (such as mason’s tools) has advantage on their check. As long as the characters make at least two successful checks, they help
Camp The makeshift camp, shown on map 5.2, consists of a few tents and a small fire. The camp is situated in the center of a small clearing. As the characters approach the camp, they overhear one of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 17
Languages Common, Infernal, telepathy 120 ft.
Challenge 13 (10,000 XP)
Diabolical Sense. The narzugon has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks made to
creature of evil alignment)
A narzugon binds a nightmare to its service with infernal tack, which consists of a bridle, bit, reins, saddle, stirrups, and spurs. A nightmare equipped with infernal tack must
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
snare trap. The trap is depicted on map E. Snare Trap. This trap consists of bent saplings and a loop of gore-encrusted rope. A creature that moves, prods, or otherwise disturbs the meat must succeed
shift Oggdug’s attitude from Hostile to Indifferent by hiring him (see the “Hiring the Ogre” section below) or taking the Influence action to make one of the following ability checks. Consider these
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
passageways into dead ends, and vice versa. Whichever character is leading the way through the maze must make six successful DC 15 Wisdom (Survival) checks to find the entrance to the settlement (area 2). Each
or more of the following tasks. Have the characters make the requisite ability checks in the following order:
Painting or crafting a representation of Nangnang requires a successful DC 12
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
repressing the rest of the mob. Word quickly spreads that the characters helped the city guard control the unruly derro scum. At your discretion, give the characters advantage on checks made to interact with
, their minds already too volatile and mercurial.
Duergar Patrol A patrol consists of 1d4 + 2 duergar, all but two of whom are invisible. Invisible duergar can sneak up on a character by making a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
experimental device consists of a pressure-resistant padded suit, made of canvas with iron fittings and iron gauntlets. A fishbowl helmet attaches to the suit’s collar and functions as a cap of water
Medium creature. The chair is situated before a panel of dials, levers, and buttons. Tervaround and Anverth stand by the back wall, monitoring gauges and performing system checks. A copper speaking tube
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
120 feet of it with which it has a psychic link. The elder brain ends the link, causing the creature to have disadvantage on all ability checks, attack rolls, and saving throws until the end of the
psychic detritus consists of the elder brain’s stray thoughts commingled with those of other creatures to which it is linked. Telepathic Eavesdropping. The elder brain can overhear any telepathic
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
(Stealth) checks made to hide unless a character specifically looks for danger overhead, so they might surprise the party. The stream exits the south wall of the cavern through a passage only 3 feet high
. Creatures. Two troglodytes are hiding in the northern end of this area, one on each side of the stream. Their Chameleon Skin trait gives them advantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks made to hide. They
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
patron. Bane’s clerics wield black maces with heads shaped to look like a closed fist. Cult Ranks. Bane’s cultists operate according to strict military hierarchies. The lowest rank consists of the fists
Discipline. The fist of Bane has advantage on all ability checks and saving throws made during combat.
Actions
Mace. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3) bludgeoning