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Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
damage. If this damage reduces the target to 0 hit points, the eater of knowledge kills the target by extracting and consuming its brain.
Spellcasting (Psionics). The eater of knowledge casts one of the
before returning to their masters with delicious secrets. Unlike illithids, which overwhelm their foes with psionic power, eaters of knowledge use their physical strength to hold prey while burly feeding
Monsters
Acquisitions Incorporated
blade (with the latter option more prevalent by far). But when tragedy struck the enclave, Walnut's clan was destroyed to the last — leaving her with nothing but the all-consuming desire to seek out
and destroy those responsible.
As a guardian of the wild, Walnut has long held an antipathy toward civilization and anything urban. However, understanding that civilization was the source of the evil
Monsters
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
experiences, particularly great meals, with the monster. Some might even convince a darkweaver to release them if they promise to return with rare spices or one-of-a-kind meals. Those who manage to
escape a darkweaver should think twice about returning to the creature’s lair, though, as darkweavers prioritize their appetites over bargains.A Darkweaver’s Lair
Darkweavers dwell in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Morte’s Planar Parade
squelching muscles and exposed brain matter. These rugose hulks collect information from others by devouring brains before returning to their masters with delicious secrets. Unlike illithids, which
overwhelm their foes with psionic power, eaters of knowledge use their physical strength to hold prey while burly feeding tentacles crack free their victims’ brains. Consuming brains fuels these brutes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
that mortals must suffer and die at the whims of these entities. In Orcus, they see the promise of release from pain without the demand of obedience. In the state of undeath that Orcus offers, they will
Orcus’s intervention in returning his child to the world after the gods cruelly snatched her away. All who would become cultists of Orcus must be willing to become undead. Those who commit to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
threats, such as aberrations and fiends. They maintain ancient wards that bind the daelkyr in Khyber. Horizon Walker rangers and Ancestral Guardian barbarians fit in here. The Ashbound are champions
to release bound elementals. Barbarians are often found among the Ashbound, and Berserker and Storm Herald are logical paths. The Children of Winter believe that death is a natural part of life. This
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
demands that they accompany it to the Vault of Dragons and help it defeat the vault’s draconic guardian. Not fully trusting the characters to keep their part of the bargain, Xanathar brings along its
character makes. On a failure, Xanathar demands that the character release Sylgar at once or be disintegrated (and makes good on its threat).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
city upon its back and wiped out the residents. Since returning to its slumber, Arixmethes drifts where it will, still bearing the ruins of a legendary city upon its back. Cronemouth Cove This tiny
island shifted to the mortal realm. Skathos The island of Skathos was once a sacred meeting place for a secret cult of Pharika whose rites revolved around consuming a magical flower native to the island. The island is now home to the medusa queen, Hythonia (described in chapter 6). (CHRIS RAHN)
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
thessalhydra and another creation of Moghadam’s known as the thessalheart construct. Thessalhydra When the characters first enter the temple, roll a d4. On a 1–2, the temple’s guardian thessalhydra is
. Accustomed to inspiring fear, and having grown somewhat lazy in its guardian role, it is usually content to let foes flee from it rather than pursuing. Each time the characters finish a long rest in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
, hoping that the characters survive and returning to thank them if they prevail. Tlad Xolbrys uses his magic to help the characters unless it looks like they’re near defeat, whereupon the drow turns
long incarceration Follows his liberators around, talking nonsense 2 — — — 3 Invisible stalker Mirror guardian Tries to kill whoever released it, and vanishes if it succeeds 4 Zaal (minotaur) Trapped
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
. If they decide to release it later, they can do so by returning to the House of Liars or by magical means available in Sigil. CoupleOfKooks “You never stop being a hero. You might take a break, you
, more powerful self. If a character doesn’t release their lost incarnation, it might make the following chapter more challenging. Let each character decide what to do with their trapped incarnation
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
. Each grimlock has sprouted a screaming second head, which has no effect on its statistics. Xorn This creature has been working its way through the rock of the Whorlstone Tunnels, consuming vast amounts
rolling a d4 and consulting the Beneath the Yellow Mold table. Tampering with the mold-encrusted object causing the yellow mold to release its deadly spores. Beneath the Yellow Mold d4 Encounter 1 A
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
would transpire here. As a result, his prophecy and the resulting legend of Phenax’s Silence foreshadowed the memories the god lost when returning from the Underworld and the first step to giving
the eidolon on task is a time-consuming endeavor, requiring that a character spend an hour and succeed on a DC 14 Charisma (Intimidation or Persuasion) check. On a failed check, the eidolon rambles
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
berserkers, 1 Uthgardt shaman Same as area 15A. area 15D 6 tribal warriors, 2 rust monsters Same as area 15A. The warriors release the rust monsters before they leave. The rust monsters remain here
either a cave bear (polar bear) or a giant goat 66–70 1 stone giant shepherding 2d6 mountain goats 71–75 2d6 Blue Bear tribal warriors returning from an unsuccessful hunt 76–80 2d6 Blue Bear tribal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
of fungus sprout from mounds of offal on the uneven floor. The fungi release clouds of dimly luminescent spores that fill the cave like a fine, hanging mist.
Carrion Crawlers. Four carrion crawlers
consuming a poisonous variety and must succeed on a DC 10 Constitution saving throw or be poisoned for 1d4 hours. 2d. Standing Gate to Level 12 This cave contains a pair of standing stones with an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
! Take these lives and release me!” Amber Monolith. The amber monolith is a rough block of solid amber 8 feet tall, 5 feet wide, and 5 feet thick. Within drifts a smoky wisp, the last lingering vestige of
after one week, returning the house to its full power. If the amber monolith is destroyed, the house responds as described above and the inky water drains away, revealing the treasure within. Mara’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
clan was destroyed to the last — leaving her with nothing but the all-consuming desire to seek out and destroy those responsible. As a guardian of the wild, Walnut has long held an antipathy toward
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
comes into being when a metallic dragon gives up mortal life so a fragment of life essence can linger as an eternal guardian of a precious treasure or knowledge. Draconic shards are lingering psychic
the dragon’s echo, which has become a draconic shard.
6 A dracolich keeps returning after being destroyed. The dracolich’s connection to its echoes on other worlds is keeping its soul intact
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Morte’s Planar Parade
environment. A darkweaver’s captive might delay being consumed by sharing tales of its experiences, particularly great meals, with the monster. Some might even convince a darkweaver to release them if
they promise to return with rare spices or one-of-a-kind meals. Those who manage to escape a darkweaver should think twice about returning to the creature’s lair, though, as darkweavers prioritize
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Prisoner 13
freedom, but if the characters can find the key or convince her to give it up any other way, he’ll be just as pleased. Clan Axebreaker tried to arrange her release, but the Absolution Council at Revel’s
overview of Revel’s End, the security features on doors and hatches, and the prison’s high-alert procedure (see below). Varrin also knows the armory has a dangerous guardian, but he doesn’t know the details
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
freedom, but if the characters can find the key or convince her to give it up any other way, he’ll be just as pleased. Clan Axebreaker tried to arrange her release, but the Absolution Council at Revel’s
overview of Revel’s End, the security features on doors and hatches, and the prison’s high-alert procedure (see below). Varrin also knows the armory has a dangerous guardian, but he doesn’t know the details
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
with dew. Beasts are returning to Faunel, but who among them will rise to the top of the food chain? Three factions of awakened Beasts vie for control of the animal kingdom. The following leaders, all
Beastlands. Adrián Ibarra Lugo A gnoll poacher takes aim at a tapir near Faunel’s planar gate, angering the stone colossus Wrath Guardian of Nature A stone colossus kneels before the pool at the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
) stands a tree on which dragon eggs grow like fruit. Once in a lifetime, each dragon feels an overwhelming urge to seek out this tree. After finding it, the dragon must persuade its guardian to
relinquish one or more eggs.
3 Consuming Treasure. By eating a significant portion of their own hoards, dragons cause themselves to lay clutches of eggs.
4 Magical Crafting. Mirroring the creative
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a3
his lair, which lies beyond the opening in the ceiling. Statue Guardian. If the characters approach the statue, the panther will stand and pad menacingly in their direction … and then continue on
tunnel can release the rope and drop into the well, taking no immediate damage (other than being covered in the liquid light), or it can swing its body outward and drop onto the floor, taking falling
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
area 8. Their gear is stored in area 13 until it can be studied and inventoried by the storeroom’s guardian, Azi Mas. If the characters don’t escape within 1 hour, they are visited by the yuan-ti
purebloods returning to the temple from an expedition or patrol. 46–60 4 yuan-ti broodguards (see appendix D) carrying a type 2 yuan-ti malison on a litter. 61–70 1 yuan-ti malison returning to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Talavar or failed to release him from his cage, Telemy Hill is merely the next stop on their journey. Telemy Hill is an ancient fey entity, a sentient hill that travels throughout the Feywild and even to
ago, while rooting through the swamp for truffles, she was attacked and robbed by brigands. She hasn’t left her hilltop den since returning to the hill and must be pretty hungry by now. If the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
supposed subtleties and ruses. Often it’s better put the target to the torch, then sift through the ashes afterward. Eternal Flame Guardian Eternal Flame guardians are dullards fascinated by the power
what else nearby might catch fire. Eternal Flame Guardian
Medium humanoid (human), chaotic evil
Armor Class 17 (breastplate, shield; 15 while using a crossbow)
Hit Points 45 (7d8 + 14)
Speed 30
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
slaughter innocent captives the moment they draw their swords. Returning from Death. Of course, death is not a final fate for player characters, and it doesn’t need to be for villains either. After the
preventing the release of a demonic overlord. The Villain You Know Not every villain is a mastermind who schemes in the shadows or a world-destroying horror. Sometimes the most significant villain is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
the characters release them, the dogs run back to the nearest town to seek shelter. Under the sled are two small crates. One is empty, and it appears that the dogs broke into it and ate the provisions
some distance down the mountain before abandoning the chase and returning to the cave. The cave is home to a mated pair of yetis and their child, a yeti tyke (see appendix C). Mother and child are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
they would fall apart with a touch.
Each sarcophagus holds a dwarf crypt guardian whose spirit was corrupted by the mind flayers’ magic. When a sarcophagus is disturbed or a living creature attempts
somber hall (see “Crypt Hauntings” in the “Crypt Features” section). Returning the hall to silence by defeating or driving off the creatures in the watery room at the end of the hall (area P5) puts the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
F). 8 of Coins—Tax Collector The Vistani have what you seek. A missing child holds the key to the treasure’s release.
The treasure is hidden in the Vistani treasure wagon (chapter 5, area N9i). “A
I see a garden dusted with snow, watched over by a scarecrow with a sackcloth grin. Look not to the garden but to the guardian.
The treasure is hidden inside one of the scarecrows in the garden of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
ruby is fake, worthless, and magically trapped to release a violent electric shock. W2: Lolth Shrine This semicircular chamber forms a natural alcove. Shelves carved into the wall from floor to ceiling
Web Hall (area W12) tries to escape. W5: Guardian Chamber An enormous, winged biped with a boar’s head paces in front of a barred prison door to the southwest. A ring of keys hangs from a hook on the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
inside it but has no clue how to release it (see area X22). Treasure. A spellbook on the western bookshelf contains the spells Edino has prepared plus alarm, arcane lock, detect thoughts, dimension
only it can mend Xeluan’s broken heart. If the characters present the shard of Xeluan, Rilago thanks the characters for returning the shard to Xeluan’s tomb. Rilago’s Ghost The ghost describes the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
interrogate or release prisoners (see the “Disguised Characters”). The keys dangling from the devil’s belt unlock the cell doors. Two of the cells (your choice) contain prisoners. The other four cells are
robes and masks in these wardrobes before leaving the dungeon and returning to the city above. The wardrobes along the west wall stand empty. Characters who search the wardrobe on the south wall find
Equipment
reduced to zero hit points. However, delerium geodes release a random Arcane Anomaly when destroyed.
Delerium Hazards
When a humanoid creature touches delerium without protective gear (such as
each of their turns to end the effect, shaking off the terror and returning to reality.
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Reminiscent of the flames which consumed Drakkenheim in the meteor’s wake, a roaring