consuming resolve goals to have revered

Aboleth

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

power. Aboleths’ alien goals and methods are often mysterious to other creatures. Roll on or choose a result from the Aboleth Schemes table to inspire an aboleth’s schemes. Aboleth Schemes 1d6 The

Aboleth Seeks To... 1 Accomplish incomprehensible plans that lead it to act in seemingly random ways. 2 Learn more of the world by kidnapping people and consuming their minds. 3 Manipulate innocents

Splitting Loyalties

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

agent of the Sunweaver—deemed service in the Brightguard a holy calling, the group’s ranks swelled. Most members have unshakable resolve, but recent revolutionary acts have the order on edge. The

Brightguard obeys Atash and, through him, the Sunweaver (see the “Akharin Sangar Gazetteer” section for details). Motto. “All good acts take place under the sun.” Beliefs. The Sunweaver sets my path. Goals

Nylea's Influence

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

identity. She is worshiped by those who want to reform or transform society in ways less violent than those favored by gods such as Purphoros and Mogis. She is also revered by those who cherish the

solitude and serenity of the forest. Birth falls under Nylea’s influence as well, and her priests often double as midwives in their communities, blessing babies as they come into the world. Nylea’s Goals

Hill Giants

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

no sense of taste or their hunger is so all-consuming that flavor isn’t a consideration. Whatever the reason, the upshot is that hill giant dens are filthy, reeking places. Decaying carcasses and

at once without swallowing. GROLANTOR: ALWAYS HUNGRY, NEVER FULL The deity most revered by hill giants is Grolantor, the least of Annam’s six sons, the black sheep of the family who was scorned by

Chapter 1: A Great Upheaval

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

Chapter 1: A Great Upheaval This chapter is designed to advance a party of 1st-level characters to 5th level. The characters gain levels by accomplishing various goals, which are summarized in the

northern neighbors, the elves of the Ardeep Forest. Lady Velrosa Nandar has been searching for skilled mediators to help resolve the dispute. The Nightstone Inn is renowned for its food and cozy guest

Deciphering the Mask

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

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

patient conversations, greater insights into Varyas’s schemes, or intervention from Phenax’s other servants (or even the god himself), all of which might be the goals of future adventures.

Roleplaying

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

of the game, and it comes to the fore during social interactions. Your character’s quirks, mannerisms, and personality influence how interactions resolve. There are two styles you can use when

in real life. If you can offer NPCs something they want, threaten them with something they fear, or play on their sympathies and goals, you can use words to get almost anything you want. On the other

Roleplaying

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

of the game, and it comes to the fore during social interactions. Your character’s quirks, mannerisms, and personality influence how interactions resolve. There are two styles you can use when

in real life. If you can offer NPCs something they want, threaten them with something they fear, or play on their sympathies and goals, you can use words to get almost anything you want. On the other

Ranger

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

profit is never an end in and of itself, but whatever deep-seated personal goals you only ever talk about in the dead of night over a dying fire, those goals need financing. Your role as a defender and a

members of your franchise might panic when that crate of figurines of wondrous power you acquired turns out to all be self-activating obsidian steeds. But you have the steady nerves and earnest resolve

Creating a Rival

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

methods the rival can bring to bear against the characters. Goals. An effective rival has a clear reason for interfering with the characters’ lives. Think about what the rival wants, how and why the

, and consider how they can be used. Plans. The foundation of a rival’s presence in the campaign is the actions the rival takes or the events that occur as a result of that character’s goals. Each time

Resolving Interactions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

material by providing a structured way to resolve a social interaction. Much of this structure will be invisible to your players in play and isn’t meant to be a substitute for roleplaying. 1. Starting

the adventurers try to persuade an indifferent creature to do something. A hostile creature opposes the adventurers and their goals but doesn’t necessarily attack them on sight. For example, a

Decisionist

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

Acquisitions Incorporated franchise. They settle disputes and ensure that the team moves forward toward its goals, often serving as a leader (officially or otherwise) and compass for the party. A signature

franchise party. Noteworthy Decisionists: Donaar Blit’zen (“C” Team), Kelshi Annab Essential Functions: Receive one extra vote on franchise matters; resolve interparty conflicts Position Proficiencies: In

The Greyhawk Setting

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

Obedience is revered by all who pledge their lives to the Scarlet Order. His goals—and, by extension, the order’s goals—are shrouded in mystery and could one day tilt the balance of power across the

temples of its many gods, several organizations operate across national borders in pursuit of their goals. Some of these organizations could serve as patrons or allies of adventurers in a Greyhawk

When Clans Collapse

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

individuals in a clan to fall prey to occasional bickering and infighting. Abbathor’s influence affects some dwarves more than others, and even those with the strongest resolve can be tempted to

dedication to its goals strains the bonds between elements that must work together for the clan to prosper. Feuds between artisans drive wedges between families. Dwarf traders strike deals that fail to benefit

Creating a Race or Subrace

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

society, although they usually rise to the top, becoming revered leaders and honorable heroes. You might decide to use the aasimar as a counterpoint to the tiefling race. The two races could even be

at odds, reflecting some greater conflict between the forces of good and evil in your campaign. Here are our basic goals for the aasimar: Aasimar should make effective clerics and paladins. Aasimar

Sovereign

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

a leader. You serve a sovereign—a national figure or otherwise—and work to achieve their goals no matter the cost. As agents of a sovereign, you serve as diplomats or enforcers, spies or fixers

in a wilderness they’re not prepared to endure. 4 Ruler Returned. A tribe’s revered leader has returned from the dead and seeks to resurrect their past glories. 5 Hidden Power. A mysterious figure

Finding Droki

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

or follow him farther in, depending on their end goals. If they follow Droki, he goes to area 1a, eats a pygmywort mushroom, and disappears into a narrow tunnel (see the “Whorlstone Tunnels: General

screams in fright and knocks his feet together, activating his boots of speed. If a chase ensues, resolve the outcome using the chase rules in chapter 8 of the Dungeon Master’s Guide. Droki has advantage

The Lords' Alliance

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

The Lords’ Alliance “The Lords’ Alliance” is not a metaphor. This organization was created and is led by leaders and nobles from across Faerûn. Although many of its members have conflicting goals

results above all else. He knows that nothing comes without effort, and sacrifices must be made when necessary. Tireless in his actions, he never stops until he has achieved his goals. He will use any

The Lords' Alliance

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

The Lords’ Alliance “The Lords’ Alliance” is not a metaphor. This organization was created and is led by leaders and nobles from across Faerûn. Although many of its members have conflicting goals

results above all else. He knows that nothing comes without effort, and sacrifices must be made when necessary. Tireless in his actions, he never stops until he has achieved his goals. He will use any

The Lords' Alliance

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

The Lords’ Alliance “The Lords’ Alliance” is not a metaphor. This organization was created and is led by leaders and nobles from across Faerûn. Although many of its members have conflicting goals

results above all else. He knows that nothing comes without effort, and sacrifices must be made when necessary. Tireless in his actions, he never stops until he has achieved his goals. He will use any

Gnome Gods

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

send an omen to nudge a group of gnomes in a certain direction, or even manifest an avatar in the middle of a gnome burrow. When Garl makes one of these rare appearances, it is to resolve a dispute that

gnomes believe that their ability to speak with burrowing animals comes from Segojan. All gnomes see Segojan as a healer of the sick and a protector of the hearth. He is also revered in his role as a

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