constantly religion given to have recent

Warlock

Classes Player’s Handbook

, Deception, History, Intimidation, Investigation, Nature, or Religion Weapon Proficiencies Simple weapons Armor Training Light armor Starting Equipment Choose A or B: (A) Leather;Leather

power. Some Warlocks respect, revere, or even love their patrons; some serve their patrons grudgingly; and some seek to undermine their patrons even as they wield the power their patrons have given

King Hekaton

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

presided over a court that included representatives of every race of giant, from mighty storm giants to lowly hill giants. He used the power of the Wyrmskull Throne — a gift given to him by his wife

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

Simic Hybrid

Species Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

The Simic Combine uses magic to fuse different life forms together. In recent years, the Simic Combine has extended this research to humanoid subjects, magically transferring the traits of various

usually bears the name given by their human, elf, or vedalken parents. Some hybrids assume a new name after their transformation - a name chosen personally or by those who transformed them.

Warforged

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

delight in exploring their feelings, their freedom, and their relationships with others. Most warforged have no interest in religion, but some embrace faith and mysticism, seeking higher purpose and

individuality, the more likely it is to modify its body, seeking out an artificer to customize the look of its face, limbs, and plating. Quirks Warforged often display an odd personality trait or two, given

Mouth of Grolantor

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

soon passes, they allow the hill giant to rejoin society. If not, the hill giant is instead starved to the point of desperation so Grolantor’s hunger can be given a mouth in the world. A mouth

of Grolantor is revered as a holy embodiment of Grolantor’s aching hunger. Unlike a typical sluggish hill giant, a mouth of Grolantor is thin as a whippet, alert like a bird, and constantly

Faction Agent

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

in the shadows. Order agents tend to be proficient in Religion, and frequently seek aid from law enforcement friendly to the order’s ideals, and the clergy of the order’s patron gods. The

: 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

Acolyte - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

faiths, are relegated to the Outer City’s Twin Songs neighborhood — but new ones arrive constantly, carried by travelers and proselytizers from far-flung lands. A character with this

, or even an occult group that served a fiendish master that you now deny. Skill Proficiencies: Insight, Religion Languages: Two of your choice Equipment: A holy symbol (a gift

Genasi Legacy

Species Elemental Evil Player's Companion

, while those of air or fire tend to be lighter. A given genasi might have some features reminiscent of the mortal parent (pointed ears from an elf, a stockier frame and thick hair from a dwarf, small

chip away at even a genasi’s sense of self, so they constantly push themselves to improve, honing their talents and perfecting their craft. Genasi Lands As rare beings, genasi might go their

Aereni Wood Elf

Species Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

last five thousand years, while Khorvaire is constantly evolving. As an elf, consider your relationship with the past. Do you value the traditions of your ancestors? Or do you fear that your people

leave your island and wander the world? Are you in search of a power that could earn you your place in the Undying Court? Have you been given a quest by one of your own deathless ancestors? Or are

Aereni High Elf

Species Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

last five thousand years, while Khorvaire is constantly evolving. As an elf, consider your relationship with the past. Do you value the traditions of your ancestors? Or do you fear that your people

leave your island and wander the world? Are you in search of a power that could earn you your place in the Undying Court? Have you been given a quest by one of your own deathless ancestors? Or are

Sword of Zariel

Magic Items Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

misquote) religious texts. 6 I anger quickly when I witness cruelty or injustice. 7 My praise and trust are earned and never given freely. 8 I like everything clean and organized

favorite religious hymn that I constantly hum. 2 I must keep a written record of my beliefs and the sins that I witness. When finished, this book will be my gift to the multiverse. 3 I have

Physician

backgrounds

(scalpel), Healer's Kit, Herbalism Kit, Bandages, Book of Remedies, Jar of Leeches, Robe;Robes, 10 GP; or (B) 50 GP Your skills treating the sick and injured have given you a vast knowledge of

illnesses and remedies based on the latest science—or the most recent theories from those who like to push the limits of what science might allow. You may have come into the field in a variety of ways

Acolyte Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

. Skill Proficiencies: Insight, Religion Languages: Two of your choice Equipment: A holy symbol (a gift to you when you entered the priesthood), a prayer book or prayer wheel, 5 sticks of

must provide any material components needed for spells. Those who share your religion will support you (but only you) at a modest lifestyle. You might also have ties to a specific temple dedicated to

Halfling Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

nomadic bands that travel constantly, lured by the open road and the wide horizon to discover the wonders of new lands and peoples. But even these wanderers love peace, food, hearth, and home, though home

wide and wonder-filled world. For them, adventuring is less a career than an opportunity or sometimes a necessity. Halfling Names A halfling has a given name, a family name, and possibly a nickname

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

, leaving the tritons vulnerable to deception. With their strong martial tradition, tritons can sometimes be too eager to leap into a fight. Strangers to the Surface Given their isolation, most tritons

Goblin Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

, smelting, forging, and religion. If the tribe has any spellcasters, this caste includes them. Lashers follow the lead of the tribe’s boss, and enforce their will on other goblins with whips

the symbols used are rarely the same between different tribes and often make little sense to other creatures. Some possible status symbols are given in the Status Symbols table. A caste or a boss

Intelligence

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

, memory, or deductive reasoning. The Arcana, History, Investigation, Nature, and Religion skills reflect aptitude in certain kinds of Intelligence checks. Arcana. Your Intelligence (Arcana) check

measures your ability to recall lore about historical events, legendary people, ancient kingdoms, past disputes, recent wars, and lost civilizations. Investigation. When you look around for clues and

Quirks

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

Quirks Warforged often display an odd personality trait or two, given how new they are to the world. The Warforged Quirks table contains example quirks. Warforged Quirks d8 Quirk 1 You analyze

are obsessed with your appearance and constantly polish and buff yourself. 8 War is the only thing that makes sense to you, and you’re always looking for a fight.

Intelligence

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

, memory, or deductive reasoning. The Arcana, History, Investigation, Nature, and Religion skills reflect aptitude in certain kinds of Intelligence checks. Arcana Your Intelligence (Arcana) check

measures your ability to recall lore about historical events, legendary people, ancient kingdoms, past disputes, recent wars, and lost civilizations. Investigation When you look around for clues and

Introducing the Deck

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

directly, but where might is insufficient, guile and cunning can prevail. Finally, the characters might simply be given a deck by someone who wants them to have it. Rifflers, mischievous fey

presented in chapter 21, are obsessed with the decks and constantly move them through the multiverse in a vain effort to manipulate destiny and complete a master plan only they understand. Alternatively

Arborean Springs

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves

a mix of recent wooden construction and ancient stone buildings. The people of Arborean Springs fall into three broad groups: Traditionalists. Most of the people of Arborean Springs are farmers and

, followers of a druidic nature religion came here, drawn by the unique plants that have spread from the githyanki’s magical gardens. Merchants. In the two centuries since the dragon’s last fiery

Dreaming Dark Campaign Themes

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

light. Given those objectives, the Dreaming Dark can drive events on a small scale, by setting bandits in motion or triggering local feuds, or the adventurers might uncover evidence of plans that could reignite the Last War or bring an entire nation or religion under the sway of the Dreaming Dark.

. A champion could be a nation, a mercenary company, a dragonmarked house, or a religion — whatever it is, it will have been thoroughly subverted by the Dreaming Dark. Finally, the Dreaming Dark

Hierarchy

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

high or low esteem? Or does your adventuring party stand out from the larger order for some reason? Is your behavior in line with the expectations of your religion, or is it unorthodox in some way

pressure to keep a low profile. 4 Rebels. You flout the dictates of your hierarchy—even if it’s for just reasons. Your superiors constantly try to rein you in. 5 Reformers. You bring a much-needed breath

Dougan's Hole

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

Dougan’s Hole Dougan’s Hole is the smallest and most insular of the ten towns. Its residents aren’t fond of visitors, and inbreeding has caused the population to dwindle in recent years. It also has

given rise to often-seen physical deformities, including but not limited to small, misshapen ears and slightly pointed teeth. The town is a small cluster of dwellings perched on the edge of Redwaters

Lhazaar Principalities

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

a principality. Leadership is earned, not given. Nevertheless, High Prince Ryger ir’Wynarn of Regalport seeks to forge the principalities into a unified force. He has the finest fleet, and his

. Some principalities are devoted to the Blood of Vol and a few favor the Sovereign Host. Beyond these, the Lhazaar show little enthusiasm for religion, though many curse the Devourer when a storm comes.

Example Rival: High Priest Cheldar

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

an influential force because of the determination and the brilliant oration of Cheldar, its high priest. Goals. Cheldar wants to make the temple of Pholtus the most popular religion in town by

square, Cheldar rails against the forces of chaos, laying blame for recent troubles on adventurers who are meddling in things best left alone. Event The characters find that all adventurers in town

Citadel Adbar

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

hope, glory, and trade. But now, for the first time in memory, my fellow Adbarran seem truly frightened at the prospect of opening the citadel to any outsiders. Perhaps they are reacting to the recent

, and there are fewer traders coming out of the city nowadays. The recent orc wars have cost the kingdom dearly, both in warriors and in leadership. In a short time, our long-ruling king, Harbromm

Fellowship

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy

concoction of deep-fried meat or beans (the character’s choice), held together with sticky starches. Though the galley cook has never given his signature dish a name, most cadets have resorted to

experience of traveling and fighting in Wildspace. Spelljammer Academy has been plagued by a rash of recent thefts, many of them targeting instructors. The thieves have yet to be identified or caught. In

Installing the Helm

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy

). Getting the helm to the Command Deck will take a bit of work, given that the tyrant ship’s access shafts are designed for hovering beholders. Characters can use the climbing kits, pitons, and ropes to

. Miken Haverstance Human Cadet An apprentice wizard, Miken (MICK-unn) constantly worries about whether he has the right skills to graduate from the Academy. When his nose isn’t buried in a

Renaer Neverember

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

his father’s belligerence, ill temper, and bad judgment. Renaer lives off a sizable inheritance left to him by his mother. Approaching middle age, he has given up adventuring and settled down somewhat

Ward. Renaer spends as little time there as possible, however, since it’s constantly under surveillance by spies loyal to his father. His friends have an open invitation to use the house as they

Knowledge Domain

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

languages of your choice. You also become proficient in your choice of two of the following skills: Arcana, History, Nature, or Religion. Your proficiency bonus is doubled for any ability check you make

. You spend at least 1 minute in meditation and prayer, then receive dreamlike, shadowy glimpses of recent events. You can meditate in this way for a number of minutes equal to your Wisdom score and

Order in a Sea of Chaos

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

tremendous feats of magic and psionics but barely able to move a finger or lift his own eyelids. A host of servants constantly attend to Menyar-Ag and see to his every need. Although Menyar-Ag is no

. If needed, he can call upon his own psychic energy to contact his people, even across the planes. Anarchs A githzerai community works constantly to maintain a stable base of operations protected from

Drow Priestess of Lolth

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

Lolth’s priestesses, but they must constantly balance their devotion to the Spider Queen with their devotion to their families. Drow Priestess of Lolth Medium humanoid (elf), neutral evil Armor

Throws Con +4, Wis +6, Cha +7 Skills Insight +6, Perception +6, Religion +4, Stealth +5 Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 16 Languages Elvish, Undercommon Challenge 8 (3,900 XP

Detailed NPCs

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

need a name for any NPC who plays a prominent role in your campaign. You can pick a given name and a surname from any of the accompanying tables; a name can include options from different tables. If

or book. 1: Common Names 1d12 Common Given Name Common Surname 1 Adrik Brightsun 2 Alvyn Dundragon 3 Aurora Frostbeard 4 Eldeth Garrick 5 Eldon Goodbarrel 6 Farris Greycastle 7 Kathra Ironfist 8

Noteworthy Sites

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

Sun Square is an important hub whose three architectural marvels exemplify the pillars of local society—religion, government, and economy. Avalin Sahar. The decorative turquoise-and-gold facade of the

can do nothing but admire her own reflection in a mirrored cell that neutralizes her power. Given Atash’s intolerance for misconduct, the prison’s population continues to grow, but now it fills with more ordinary folk guilty of lesser crimes.

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