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Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
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Headless. It is blinded and deafened, giving it disadvantage on all its attack rolls, and it can't use its Poison Breath.Multiattack. The golem makes two melee attacks.
Slam. Melee Weapon Attack
grasp of language beyond that understanding, and can't be reasoned with or tricked with words.
Constructed Nature. A golem doesn't require air, food, drink, or sleep.Fire, Poison, Psychic; Bludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing from Nonmagical Attacks that aren't Adamantine
Monsters
Curse of Strahd
to fulfill simple instructions. Some animated objects might converse fluently or adopt a persona, but most are simple automatons.
Constructed Nature. An animated object doesn't require air, food
Wizard of Wines vineyard. The gem was one of three imbued with life-giving magic that made the grapevines in the vineyard healthier, guaranteeing the finest wines. Baba Lysaga stole one of the gems and
Species
Eberron: Rising from the Last War
mindless automatons, House Cannith devoted vast resources to improving these steel soldiers. An unexpected breakthrough produced sapient soldiers, giving rise to what some have only grudgingly accepted
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
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
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Skill Proficiencies: Intimidation, Religion
Languages: Two of your choice
Equipment: An Orzhov insignia, a foot-long chain made of ten gold coins, vestments, a set of fine clothes, and
become as rich as the oligarchs. (Evil)
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Power. One day, I will be the one giving orders. (Evil)
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Prestige. I want to be admired, respected, feared, or even hated for my position
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Knights Battle Masters and Heroic Wanderers Habitat: Any; Treasure: Armaments, Individual Knights are skilled warriors trained for war and tested in battle. Many serve the rulers of a realm, a religion, or an order devoted to a cause.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
focus of the centuries-old tradition. Zinda’s recent prosperity hides a dire secret, however. Five years ago, the Kings of Coin—Zinda’s rulers—established a covenant with a witch named Proud Edun. She
of one of their members, Myx Nargis Ruba, the Kings of Coin betrayed Proud Edun and murdered her instead of giving up their heirs. For five years, the Kings of Coin have reaped the benefits of Zinda’s prosperity, and Proud Edun’s daughter, Kala Mabarin, has plotted her revenge.
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
, call the Noble Jewel—once the royal palace—their headquarters. Occasionally, Atash appears on the palace’s garden terrace to issue a proclamation, much like the rulers who preceded him. Ruz Bazaar
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Buried Ziggurat Regardless of what brings the characters to the desert, the adventure begins when they happen on a dilapidated ziggurat. This impressive monument honors the last and greatest rulers
three statues depict Cynidicea’s ancient gods: Gorm, Usamigaras, and Madarua. A character who studies the statues and succeeds on a DC 15 Intelligence (Religion) check recognizes the lost gods—who might
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
Asteria’s collection of magical cards. These patrons are agents of the Grim Harrow, who expect the adventurers to attract the ire of Asteria and Euryale, giving the Grim Harrow a chance to destroy the
collection in the chaos. To complicate matters, rifflers (see chapter 21) have learned of the heist and are trying to beat the characters to the score. Extraplanar Eviction. The marids who constructed
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
4. Elf Quarters The tunnel leading to this area rises 20 feet to end in a rickety wooden door, constructed by the elves to keep some of the ettin smell out. This area sits atop an open bluff, with
of the cavern, showing a young female human holding a basin. A successful DC 15 Intelligence (Religion) check recognizes the shrine of Eldath, goddess of waterfalls. Water flows from cracks in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
4. Elf Quarters The tunnel leading to this area rises 20 feet to end in a rickety wooden door, constructed by the elves to keep some of the ettin smell out. This area sits atop an open bluff, with
corner of the cavern, showing a young female human holding a basin. A successful DC 15 Intelligence (Religion) check recognizes the shrine of Eldath, goddess of waterfalls. Water flows from cracks in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
morbidly decorative fashion, giving the room a cathedral-like quality. Four enormous mounds of bones occupy the corners of this ossuary, and garlands of skulls extend from these mounds to a chandelier of
bones that hangs from the ceiling above a long table constructed of bones in the center of the room. Ten chairs made of bones and festooned with decorative skulls surround the table, resting atop which
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
others stand on the roofs of the porticos to shout messages to the assembled crowds. In addition to activities involving art, commerce, politics, and religion, people come to the agora for socializing
ringleader of a thieves’ guild who frequently targets people in the agora.
2 Protect a civil leader giving a speech.
3 Perform for an audience.
4 Humiliate someone giving a speech or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
convinced that mortals giving worship to the gods distorts their proper relationship to each other, and she sets out to abolish religion.
4 Now that she has left the Underworld, Klothys knows it’s only
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Kuo-toa Archpriest Theocratic Rulers. Kuo-toa archpriests are surrounded by fanatical devotees of their faith. The archpriest of a kuo-toa domain demands that all its subjects worship a specific god
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INT
13 (+1)
WIS
16 (+3)
CHA
14 (+2)
Skills Perception +9, Religion +6
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 19
Languages Undercommon
Challenge 6 (2,300 XP
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
who made peace with them decisively expelled their would-be rulers after a thirteen-year war of independence. Atagua’s people are the result of the multigenerational intermingling between the native
Builders bear accessories made from feathers and flowers, paired with snakeskin kilts. Faith and Fortune Religion in Atagua revolves around the Suwa, a shifting pantheon of hundreds of folk heroes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
The Ordning Each of the main giant races — the cloud giant, fire giant, frost giant, hill giant, stone giant, and storm giants — are related by common elements of history, religion, and culture. They
children and the world. He swore never to look upon either again until the giants had returned to their glory and reclaimed their birthright as rulers of the world. As a result, giants pray not to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
properly, two characters must each take the Study action and make a DC 10 Intelligence (Religion) check. On a successful check, the couple departs the temple with cheer. On a failed check, the couple
gatehouse, read the following boxed text aloud:
This gatehouse consists of a broad stone archway framed by a squat building constructed along the keep’s inner wall. Battlements line its flat roof, atop
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Religion and the Gods The gods of Krynn are said to have abandoned the world, and in the great cities of Ansalon, temples and centers of faith are few. Nevertheless, small miracles occur across the
best known in Solamnia. Deities of Krynn Gods of Good
Alignment
Province
Symbol
Paladine LG Good dragons, guardians, rulers Silver triangle Branchala NG Music Bard’s harp Habbakuk
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath
to add drama and motivation for the party, you can place the children out in the open, needing to be brought to safety before they are seen by the Talos cultists. Just remember that giving the
. Ritual. If the characters watch what is happening for at least a round, they can attempt a DC 10 Intelligence (Religion) check. On a success, they realize what she is doing and know that, unless they stop her, she could summon any number of terrible creatures.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
the restoration and subsequent fall of that fabled city. Even where stone is employed in construction, ivy and other living plants grow through, over, or around most structural elements, giving most of
the mythal. Should a foe try to traverse the Moonbridge, the span can be willed (by the city’s rulers, and certain others specially attuned to the mythal) out of existence, dropping attackers into the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
. City Government The Free City of Greyhawk is ruled by a council called the Directing Oligarchy, made up of sixteen coequal rulers. This council elects its chief officer, the lord mayor—a position
penalty, or permanent exile. A city magistrate decides which punishment is appropriate. Religion The city has temples and shrines dedicated to various gods. Religious practices that are certifiably
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
. Changelings have minor shapechanging abilities similar to those of doppelgangers. Kalashtar are planar entities merged with human hosts, giving them telepathic abilities. Shifters developed from the mixing of
humans and lycanthropes, a union that grants them limited bestial abilities and feral instincts. The warforged are a constructed race created during the Last War, seeking to find its place in a post
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
-ti as the rulers of a region. Yuan-ti Abominations Mostly ophidian, but with humanlike arms that can wield weapons and use tools, abominations closely resemble the perfect form that the serpent gods
still a step above humankind in the eyes of the serpent gods. Malisons tend to be receptive to religion, seeking insight about how they can improve toward the serpent ideal, and many of them become
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
characters come upon a low wall that the grippli have constructed to keep sea creatures away from the village and to protect the lagoon on the other side from rough water when a storm is raging. This
attention by making an undue amount of noise during their approach or giving themselves away with a display of flashy magic. If they do so, a squad of five yuan-ti purebloods ambushes them soon after
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
rulers of old. Neverwinter Wood The forest east of Neverwinter seems to have a magical quality about it, or at least an air of mystical secrecy. Reclusive spellcasters are rumored to dwell deep within
.” Starmetal Hills This range of rocky knolls is so named because the area has been the impact site of a number of meteor showers over millennia. The hills are haunted by ruthless barbarian tribes, giving
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
Automata Gate Destination: Clockwork Nirvana of Mechanus Primary Citizens: Modrons Rulers: Council of Order Automata is a machine of law and order. The town’s geography is as rigid as its bureaucracy
standing disc, which lies at the end of Modron Way—a wide, spireward-facing road paved with shimmering metal plates. Constructed around the opposite side of the gate is Concord Terminus, an interplanar
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
crystallized glass formed by the dragon’s lightning breath. Most of its floors are loosely packed sand, with patches of rough stone showing through in some areas. The dragon has constructed a system of
the affections of the rulers’ heirs, becoming a mentor to them—and turning them against their parents. She demands great accomplishments from her own offspring, but she is more than willing to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
Rigus Gate Destination: Infinite Battlefield of Acheron Primary Citizens: Humanoids Rulers: The Crown Generals Generals stoke the fires of war in Rigus, a permanent military encampment linked to a
plane of battle and bloodshed. Constructed in tiers on a fortified hill, Rigus is a monument to military strength. Eight octagonal iron walls, menacing and impenetrable, divide the town into seven
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
hit. Whether in battle or negotiations, Kol’daan is prone to striking heroic poses with his sparring sword and giving inspiring speeches in Troglodyte. 7b. Battleground The floor of this damp cavern is
loathsome creature that combines the features of a demonic toad and a lizard. Any character who has an appropriate background or who succeeds on a DC 15 Intelligence (Religion) check knows that the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
the same winged serpent with its fanged mouth open. A character who succeeds on a DC 15 Intelligence (Religion) check recognizes the statues as depictions of Sseth, a yuan-ti deity. Flickering torches
following features: Mud-Caked Statue. Dried mud has been heaped onto a large, winged snake statue to the north, giving it a vaguely frog-like appearance. Poor-quality carved offerings and worthless
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
fiends quickly turn hostile if attacked. The arcanaloths’ attitude changes to friendly if the characters appeal to their love of magic by giving them a single very rare magic item, multiple rare magic
pounds and bears the broken arrow symbol of Laduguer. Any duergar recognizes the symbol right away, while non-duergar recognize it with a successful DC 15 Intelligence (Religion) check. Any humanoid that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Cloud Giant Wealth d6 Adventure Hook 1 A cloud giant seeks to gain wealth by investing in an adventuring party (perhaps giving the characters magic items or other valuables) in exchange for a share
stone giant who wants to carve the stone. 4 A stone giant traveler hones their skills by carving a relief into a city’s walls. The city’s rulers and masons beg for help. 5 Characters traveling
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
town’s hidden oligarchy. Noor Rahman Day and night, Torch’s three volcanic spires belch fire and smoke, giving the gate-town its name Gate Like a bloodshot eye gazing over the Outlands or a scarlet
upper and lower subdistrict. The gaudy buildings along the upper slopes are typically constructed from stone or metal, while the moldy piers of Torch’s lowest districts feature glassless windows and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
trait can tell the passage isn’t natural and was constructed using magic (no check required). I2: Hall of Histories Bright murals cover the walls of this broad, pillared hall, depicting people through
a seed.” A character who succeeds on a DC 12 Intelligence (History or Religion) check recognizes these statues as devout figures from local legends who earned the favor of the gods. If Ollin is with