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Magic Items
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
case, the unnatural weather lasts for 1 hour before returning to normal. Once used, this property of the bident can’t be used again until the next dusk.
Additionally, you can cast the dominate
. Once used, this property of the bident can’t be used again until the next dusk.
Destroying the Bident. To destroy the bident, it must be heated by the breath of an ancient red dragon and then, while still hot, immersed in the Tartyx River.
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
accidentally insulted a deep dragon is tormented by the dragon’s servants in ways that can’t be tied to the dragon conclusively.
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A group of cyclops;cyclopes wants a deep dragon to protect
network growing near an underground river. Whatever the setup, a deep dragon festoons the narrow, twisting passages between the lair’s fungal walls with magical and mundane traps. A typical
Species
Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
them. Altered by unbridled magic, a group of gnomes were transformed and given almost supernatural curiosity and fearlessness. These were the first kender.
Originating on the world of Krynn, kender are
height and weight that humans have in our world. If you’d like to determine your character’s height or weight randomly, consult the Random Height and Weight table in the Player’s Handbook, and choose the row in the table that best represents the build you imagine for your character.
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
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A group of stone giant;stone giants believes a young sapphire dragon to be an emissary of their god, Skoraeus Stonebones. The dragon considers the notion ridiculous but loves having an audience
dragon spends little time in this part of the lair, visiting only when the spiders there need tending—or when the dragon needs a snack.
Underground River. A river flows along the right and bottom
Classes
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
result of the wondrous ingenuity of artificers.
Creating an Artificer
To create an artificer, consult the following subsections, which give you hit points, proficiencies, and starting equipment. Then
If your group uses the optional rule on multiclassing in the Player’s Handbook, here’s what you need to know if you choose artificer as one of your classes.
Ability Score Minimum. As a
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
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
raid just as another group returns, laden with severed heads, sacks of loot, and armfuls of food. Warriors also serve as scouts, bringing back detailed reports about the surrounding area so that the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
Character Creation Before starting any of this book’s adventures, consult chapter 2 for guidance on making Strixhaven characters and uniting those characters in a group.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Observatory leads 9 miles back to Xoxotla. From there, it follows the Atialli River 18 miles to the shrine. At a normal pace, the journey takes a little over a day. As the characters travel, volcanic
events continue to rock the region. Consult the “Volcanic Threats” section earlier in the adventure for dangers that might occur. Additionally, at a point between the Xoxotla and the shrine, the characters come upon the aftermath of a battle.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
way to end the curse and restore the river. They might have been hired by the Tears of Athis, a newly formed group of historians and priests dedicated to this goal.
Adventure Hooks If you’re not using Nafas as a group patron, consider the following ways to involve the characters in this adventure: Exiled. The characters committed a crime or earned the ire of a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
20. Underground River An underground river opens before you. Stalactites hang low over its surface, and dripping water echoes in the dark.
The river links various sections of the complex. The water
varies between 5 and 30 feet deep, and the current isn’t strong enough to present a hazard to swimmers. To the north and south, the river descends into submerged tunnels that spread for miles under
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Underworld Crossing The Tartyx River is dotted with ruined temples of Athreos on either side of its banks that serve as crossing points between the mortal world and the Underworld. Souls of the dead
wait on the riverbank at these desolate places for the River Guide to appear and grant them passage to the Underworld side. The ruined temple buildings are as enigmatic as their patron. No priests
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
commandeer the gondola — but without its proper pilot, the ship is attacked whenever it enters a section of the river marked with a wavy arrow. Roll a d6 and consult the following table to determine the
13. Riverside Caves These rooms contain conveyances the characters can use to travel up and down the River Sargauth. 13a. Drow Rafts The drow use rafts to ply the River Sargauth. Leaning against the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Movement Swimming across a rushing river, sneaking down a dungeon corridor, scaling a treacherous mountain slope — all sorts of movement play a key role in fantasy gaming adventures. The DM can
dungeon, particularly a large dungeon or a cave network, the DM can summarize movement between encounters: "After killing the guardian at the entrance to the ancient dwarven stronghold, you consult your map
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Elysium Elysium is home to creatures of unfettered kindness and a refuge for planar travelers seeking a safe haven. The plane’s bucolic landscapes glimmer with life and beauty. The River Oceanus
originates in the lowest layer of Elysium, Thalasia, and flows through the plane’s layers before cascading onward to the Beastlands. Though illustrations of the plane’s layers seem to show the river
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Infamy Even among the notorious Boromar Clan, your group has a distinct identity and a reputation. What’s the event or unique trait that makes your crew stand out? Consult the Group Infamy table for
suggestions on how your group might stand out within the larger syndicate. Group Infamy d6 Notorious Element 1 Tattoos. Each member of your group has a distinct tattoo that inspires fear in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
pace for this 8-mile stage. Stage 2. The group travels from Godshead Crossing area (V2) to Mount Glathek area (V7). The western route, along the Bytopian River valley, takes the characters 14 miles
river valleys that feed into the Celestial River. The western Bytopian River valley is a steeper climb, while the eastern Ysgardian River valley is a longer route. Characters can choose their own route
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Escaping the Siege When the characters arrive back at the High Hall cathedral with Grand Duke Ravengard in tow, they can consult with Pherria to find a way to remove the Helm of Torm’s Sight without
Avernus. Characters wishing to leave Elturel must find a way to avoid the River Styx and the host of devils and demons waging war below the city. Only then can the characters make their way to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Movement Swimming across a rushing river, sneaking down a dungeon corridor, scaling a treacherous mountain slope--all sorts of movement play a key role in fantasy gaming adventures. The DM can
, particularly a large dungeon or a cave network, the DM can summarize movement between encounters: "After killing the guardian at the entrance to the ancient dwarven stronghold, you consult your map
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
adventuring party. Consider adding one or more sidekicks to round out your characters’ group if there are fewer than four players. As the DM, you can play sidekicks, or players can play them alongside their own
combination of the adventures the sidekick has shared with the group and the sidekick’s own training. A sidekick’s level should always equal the average level of the adventuring party, and it should go
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Rejuvenation trait restores him and the boneless after 1 minute, returning them to the alcove in this area. He wears the sinister armor and demon skull helmet he wore in life, but centuries of rust ensure
they don’t affect his statistics. Dranzorg can be permanently destroyed only if he’s slain by Mara or a creature possessed by Mara. Consult “Tyrant’s Escape” at the end of the adventure for details.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
the house and its interests, while others might use your group to pursue a personal agenda. Consult the House Contacts table to determine what sort of arbiter oversees your party. House Contacts d8
Contact 1 A lesser guild functionary who is cowed by your group (especially if it includes a dragonmarked character) and apologetic about giving you assignments 2 The stern and demanding parent of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Serving the Order What is the nature of your work for the religious order? As a group, consult the Religious Service table and work with your DM to decide what role you play—which likely shapes the
Retrieval. Your group seeks sacred relics and holy artifacts on behalf of your church. 4 Root Out Corruption. You are charged with finding corruption within the hierarchy of your own faith. 5
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
Chapter 10: The Ruins of Berez Long before Ireena Kolyana, there was a peasant from Berez named Marina. The vampire Strahd first met Marina in this small village on the shore of the Luna River
priest and the burgomaster, then used his power over the land to swell the river, flooding the village and forcing the residents to flee. Later the marsh crept in, preventing the villagers from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Returning to the Silent Roar If the characters free Afsoun, the rebel leader accompanies them to the city to reunite with her sister. Though the Silent Roar has little money to offer, Laleh and
free treats from the Ghorbani Bakery. Afsoun must lie low now that she has defied the Brightguard, but the Silent Roar as a whole is invigorated by their leader’s recovery. The group redoubles its efforts to oppose the Brightguard and Atash.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
group of historians and priests from the surrounding regions who hope to restore the flow of the holy River Athis. While exploring the pyramid, the characters must navigate a false tomb, a disorienting
land is lifted, restoring the River Athis. The descendants of Bakar can then reclaim their lands from the desert and prosper once more.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Travel It can take a full tenday for a slow-moving group — say, a merchant caravan — to trudge from Red Larch to Triboar. The Dessarin River is an obstacle to any group without a boat, since no
sites — it takes only a few minutes of asking around to get sufficient directions to another town. Likewise, the Dessarin River and Stone Bridge are well-known landmarks. Feathergale Spire is known to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
suffer the cyclone’s effect. Roll a d20 and consult the Ether Cyclone table to determine the effect on all creatures in the vicinity. Ether Cyclone d20 Effect 1–12 Extended journey 13–19 Blown to
character in a group traveling together must make a DC 15 Charisma saving throw. If at least half the group succeeds, travel is delayed by 1d10 hours. Otherwise, the journey’s travel time is doubled
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
, where they go next is up to them. Shemeshka will avoid them for the rest of the adventure. To continue with this chapter, the group should meet with R04M, either by returning to the walking castle or by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
The River of Gold The trail from the northwest widens as it reaches the city, feeding into the River of Gold, a thoroughfare paved with yellow potsherds. The caravanners cheer loudly as they enter
in good spirits, so a character who succeeds on a DC 15 Charisma (Persuasion) check can convince a tax collector to allow the group free entry. As the characters enter the city, read the following
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
servants.
Canyon Shrine Adventures A journey into a canyon where Mogis is worshiped can be an adventure full of unspeakable horrors. A group of characters could come to a canyon shrine as armed escorts
canyon and convince them to attack a gang of undead about to pass through on their way to attack a village.
4 Consult a hermit who lives in a hidden part of the canyon.
5 Retrieve an item
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
point during travel on or very near the Dessarin River, use the “River Travels” table. Roll 1d12 + 1d8 to determine what the adventurers run into. Asterisks. Encounters marked with an asterisk have
raiders* 16 13 1d4 + 1 gnolls 17 — Shepherds* 18 14 1d6 + 2 wolves 19 15 1d3 ogres — 16 1d2 gargoyles — 17 1d3 + 1 ghouls 20 18 1d2 perytons — 19 1d3 wights — 20 The Watchful Knight* River Travels Roll
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
group, consult the Cyran Affairs table and work with your DM to decide what kinds of adventures you undertake on behalf of Prince Oargev. The Heads of State table at the end of the section offers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
Hints If players request a hint while attempting to solve a puzzle, consult that puzzle’s “Hint Checks” section. Each hint is associated with a skill and a DC. If a character in the party has
if the group requests additional help. If no character has proficiency in any of the listed skills, characters can make ability checks using the listed skills and DCs. Those who succeed on a check
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
introduce the player characters to the region and its people. Combine the settlements of Womford and nearby Bargewright Inn into the corrupt town of Nulb. The small river known as Imeryds Run serves as
the Dessarin River, carrying the barge traffic (and river piracy) that interests the Cult of the Crushing Wave. The gnome town of Tulvar replaces Westbridge, while the Etterboek takes the place of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Scholarly Missions Decide as a group, in consultation with your DM, what kind of work your group does for the university. Consult the Scholarly Missions table to determine what sort of adventures you