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Kobold
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
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A kobold’s cautious nature doesn’t mean it can’t get angry. The blood of dragons flows in its veins, and like a raging drake, a kobold that is pushed too far or has its back
moves its tribe to another area, ceding the contested territory to its more successful neighbors.
As demonstrated by their hatred of gnomes, kobolds have a persecution complex and easily take offense
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
attack replaces one of them. The target of your grapple must be no more than one size larger than you and must be within your reach. Using at least one free hand, you try to seize the target by
making a grapple check instead of an attack roll: a Strength (Athletics) check contested by the target’s Strength (Athletics) or Dexterity (Acrobatics) check (the target chooses the ability to use). You
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
action to make a special melee attack, a grapple. If you're able to make multiple attacks with the Attack action, this attack replaces one of them. The target of your grapple must be no more than one
size larger than you and must be within your reach. Using at least one free hand, you try to seize the target by making a grapple check instead of an attack roll: a Strength (Athletics) check contested
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
get into position and onto the larger creature, the smaller creature uses its action to make a Strength (Athletics) or Dexterity (Acrobatics) check contested by the target’s Dexterity (Acrobatics
wall, or grabbing and throwing it—by making a Strength (Athletics) check contested by the smaller creature’s Strength (Athletics) or Dexterity (Acrobatics) check. The smaller creature chooses which
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
presence and doesn’t ignore social obligations so much as get distracted easily. Larine is a member of the Intramural Water-Dancing Club, where she performs underwater balletic movements effortlessly
working on a solo synchronized swimming routine that replaces the other students with a shoal of fish. Rehearsals aren’t going well. As an employee of the Strixhaven Performing Arts Society, Larine is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
sellswords can get away with atrocities, including murder, but only if such crimes are committed in the pursuit of their contracts. Should one of these ruffians steal from or harm you or your loved ones
case. The sooner the characters solve her problem, the sooner she can get back to collecting extra money from the Boromar Clan for doing nothing other than ignoring their crimes. Germaine gives the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Old Tower: Winter The characters have learned that the Stone of Golorr is with Amath Sercent, a priest of Bane who is allied with Manshoon. She and her acolytes reside in Yellowspire, a Castle Ward
must succeed on a DC 16 Dexterity (Stealth) check or be heard by the tower’s occupants. Simulacrum The characters must fight Amath and her acolytes to get the Stone of Golorr. When they finally obtain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
) check contested by the goblin’s Dexterity (Stealth) check. This guard is lazy and inattentive. If no characters are using light sources, each character can attempt a Dexterity (Stealth) check
leading up to area 3 can attempt a DC 10 Dexterity saving throw to avoid being swept away. A creature that fails to get out of the way can attempt a DC 15 Strength saving throw to hold on. On a failed save
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
each hour the characters spend in the Dark Duchess, there is a 20 percent chance that Arveiaturace returns to the ship. Because she can see only out to a range of 60 feet, the dragon must get close to
Meltharond to ready his spells. If she suspects that intruders are still aboard the vessel but hiding in places she can’t reach, she breaks through walls to get at them. The characters are no match
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
can’t get angry. The blood of dragons flows in its veins, and like a raging drake, a kobold that is pushed too far or has its back against the wall can become a miniature storm of fangs and claws as
skirmish with each other every few days. Eventually the leader of one warring tribe realizes it is losing due to attrition and moves its tribe to another area, ceding the contested territory to its
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
instruments allow him to get the true measure of guests. In his hands, the spyglass and ear horn grant Nikolas advantage on Wisdom (Insight) checks to discern lies and determine true intent. Characters who
attempt to deceive Nikolas must succeed on a Charisma (Deception) check contested by the goblin’s Wisdom (Insight) check. If one or more characters seem intent on disrupting the carnival, Nikolas
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
all of Zilch’s prepared spells, and 1d4 + 3 stolen trinkets (roll on the Trinkets table in chapter 5 of the Player’s Handbook). Characters can use Zilch’s maps to get to Menzoberranzan, Gracklstugh, or
waiting to see how the violence plays out. If the characters seem approachable, Zilch offers to help them get inside the drow warehouse. If the characters take a short or long rest and Zilch is with them
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
body of a lost hero lies entombed.
6 Get information from a soul waiting to be ferried to the Underworld.
7 Pay for a stranded soul to cross the Tartyx River.
8 Steal a specific
instruments in sight. It’s said that living creatures that hear this song are driven to the depths of despair. A massive statue of Athreos watches over this chamber and the guardians who reside there
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
forward. Just get everyone inside. You’ll make it work. Once closed, the door cannot be opened or damaged. Teleportation and other modes of extradimensional travel fail in the Dran & Courtier, and
doors simply don’t work for them. However, they enjoy the free food, and as long as they aren’t speaking to each other, they get along well. When someone talks to them, their contrasting personalities
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
, heal, and get information they need for the next part of their adventures. In addition, they can buy any of the equipment described in the Basic Rules from Myla (see “Kobolds”). During their time at
of which runs across her left eye, which is milky and blind. An elegant prosthetic made from wood and metal replaces her right leg below the knee. Varnoth was a feared general at the head of a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
warning them that any interference might get them arrested or killed. Bystanders look a little surprised or concerned but don’t intervene, not even to aid the unconscious merchant once the guards leave. If
Dexterity (Stealth) check with advantage, contested by the character’s passive Wisdom (Perception) score. Mad Duergar The characters encounter a duergar afflicted with a form of indefinite madness. Roll a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
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Population. Roughly one hundred thousand folk dwell in Tu’narath. The vast majority are githyanki, but visitors from other planes aren’t uncommon. Individuals who come to deal with the githyanki reside
get a foothold in Tu’narath by stealthily entering the district and blending in with a community of survivors.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
trained as mounts in these pens. A gibberling (see appendix B) scrabbles at the bars in a frenzied attempt to get at the lizards. The gibberling attacks the characters on sight. A padlock secures the
successful DC 15 Dexterity (Sleight of Hand) check using thieves’ tools or wrench apart the bars with a successful DC 20 Strength (Athletics) check. Two hook horrors reside within, guarding the kagu
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
trying different command words for the last half hour to get the portal to reopen. Matreous takes on a thoughtful expression and pauses for an instant, tapping his chin in thought. The mansion must be
studies. In exchange for Fistandia’s pious service and achievements in expanding the arts of magic, Mystra granted Fistandia a permanent extradimensional mansion for her to reside in when studying in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
replaces one of its feet, which it lost in battle years ago. Tucked in the pockets of its overcoat are four fist-sized gray gemstones — the control gems for the gray slaadi that guard the ship’s upper
succeed, N’ghathrod allows them to claim the vessel as their own, accepting a demotion until it finds a way to get rid of them.
Lair Actions. When fighting aboard the Scavenger, N’ghathrod can take
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
anemone, attacking creatures that get in its way. A creature can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success. Aberrations, beasts, and creatures that
necklace in the gorge. The merfolk don’t have a light source to search the bottom of the gorge and hope the characters can help. A character who makes a successful Wisdom (Insight) check contested by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
is, of course, the fastest way to get around in Sharn, cutting travel time down to one-sixth of the walking pace (5 minutes per ward). It’s also more expensive, at 2 sp per ward. The most common form
hopeful amateurs to get on a stage in Torchfire. Lower Menthis Northedge Quarter: Important Districts District Description Location Crystal Bridge A peaceful residential district with many wealthy
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
of the workers or pose as wealthy guests. A character who wants to get aboard in this fashion must succeed on a Charisma (Deception) check contested by Captain Storn’s Wisdom (Insight) check. A
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
character can remove the ropes binding the sergeant as an action. If the characters wake up Germaine, she tells the characters to continue pursuing Garra and that she can get help for herself. T5. Lower
no idea why Daask abducted him and begs for the characters to free him. A character who succeeds on a Wisdom (Insight) check contested by Corrin’s Charisma (Deception) check knows the halfling is lying
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
Velikovna, used to live here. Her brother, Kasimir Velikov, still does. The dusk elves reside in small homes built into the hillside and are mostly self-sufficient. They are skilled trackers, and many of
procure six barrels of wine and bring them to the camp. Luvash suggests they can get the wine in Vallaki, or go straight to the source—the Wizard of Wines winery. He isn’t picky when it comes to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
morning. Longtime regulars and merchants who reside in the Upper City get most of the prime placements, while those who are less established — or stingy with Hiller’s expected bribes — get undesirable
Shield, a secret society tied to the Shield of the Hidden Lord. This shield recently disappeared from the crypts under the Hhune estate, and Kaddrus is assisting efforts to get the shield back and punish
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
. Longtime regulars and merchants who reside in the Upper City get most of the prime placements, while those who are less established — or stingy with Hiller’s expected bribes — get undesirable places
connection to the Knights of the Shield, a secret society tied to the Shield of the Hidden Lord. This shield recently disappeared from the crypts under the Hhune estate, and Kaddrus is assisting efforts to get
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
grease to get it rolling again. The old brake looks solid, but each time it’s used, it has a 10 percent chance to fail utterly. This risk is recognized by someone who inspects the brake and makes a
. (The urds easily hear it coming and get out of the way.) Everyone in the sphere’s path must succeed on a DC 13 Dexterity saving throw or take 22 (4d10) bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone. Instead of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a1
. To the edge of the niche are two large nests made of hair, dry fungus, and refuse.
Creature. Balsag the bugbear and his two giant rat “hounds,” named Grip and Fang, reside in a natural stone
-Durbuluk creatures to be potential prey, so he attacks any he meets, roaring in Goblin, “Get ready to meet the cook pot!”
Underdark Access. In the dark of the northern cavern section, a crude
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
before exiting at area 2 on map 6.7. 2. Ettin Guards’ Chamber Four ettins reside here when they are not on duty near the main entrance to the grand hall (map 6.5, area 2). Two are asleep, their weapons
. He will do anything to get back into Snurre’s favor. Thus, he will happily lie to the party and tell them he is here because he tried to prevent Snurre from taking his current hostile course. If freed
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
Mortuary, which used to reside in the ward, have been bitten off by the neighboring Lady’s and Hive Wards, respectively. Still, the Lower Ward remains a necessary industrial powerhouse in the City of
among planar explorers and adventurers who use its portals to get around the city. It offers a quick path across the city if one knows the right portals, though its proprietor, a gray-haired bartender
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
, and suggests that they leave Thundertree before they get themselves killed. Developments If the characters ask about Cragmaw Castle, Reidoth gladly provides directions. He is a member of the Emerald
) check contested by the blights’ Dexterity (Stealth) check to avoid being surprised by them. Developments Any loud noises here alert the cultists in area 13, who quietly and cautiously investigate
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
can choose a living humanoid within 5 feet of it once per day, making a Charisma check contested by the target’s Charisma check. If the cursed victim wins, the curse transfers to the new target. If
among the looted goods, worth 50 gp in Phandalin. Alternatively, the characters can get 200 gp for it in Waterdeep, where patrons won’t realize that ice mead is just normal mead in Luskan. THE MAGIC OF
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
cling to the ceiling. The monsters find scant living prey in the mines and are ravenous. Since the characters are probably looking at the skeletons on the floor, the stirges are likely to get the drop
from the remains of a wooden table.
Six bugbears reside in this chamber. They are loyal minions of Nezznar. This room marks the front line in the Spider’s assault on Wave Echo Cave, and the bugbears
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
that if Skalanthas knew about Ronnom’s crimes, the dragon surely would act differently. Quest Accepted. Should the characters agree to help, Anish tells them that Ronnom and his bodyguards reside on the
lower level. If the characters don’t know how to get there, Anish asks one of the monks to lead them to the north stairs (area M23). Anish also gives them a key that unlocks the door to a dungeon cell