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Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Blood Rune. The fomorian has a blood rune inscribed on an effigy or some other object in its possession. While holding or wearing the object bearing the rune, the giant can use its Corrupting Hex
action and Poisoning Rebuke reaction.
The object bearing the blood rune has AC 15; 30 hit points; and immunity to necrotic, poison, and psychic damage. The object regains all its hit points at the end
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
ruins. You are part of a savage society that clings desperately to the Old Ways — attuned to nature, full of primal rage, and given short shrift by a world consumed with continuing civilization
manipulated by people I find attractive.
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I’m not actually all that angry.
Contacts
The members of the Gruul Clans rely on each other even as they vie for territory and glory. Their
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
in the Ashen Grotto ask the characters to help them remove a rival faction claiming it for themselves. The friendly giants respect the grotto’s traditions and refuse to shed another giant’s blood
token in one of the most ancient burials is inscribed with the last surviving copy of a key rune. In the ages since its creation, the rune has become corrupted. It still functions, but it creates tears in
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
to all fomorians' Beguiling Presence for the next 24 hours.
Katerina Ladon (L), Evyn Fong (R) Fomorian Warlock of the Dark Some fomorians search for the arcane glory their kind possessed before
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 16
Languages Giant, Undercommon
Challenge 12 (8,400 XP) Proficiency Bonus +4
Blood Rune. The fomorian has a blood rune inscribed on an effigy or some
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Words of the Oracle Etched into the floor of area 11 and hidden under a thin layer of frost is a 20-foot-diameter, mithral-inlaid circle inscribed with the kong (king) rune (see "Giant Runes" in the
Introduction) and the words “Ask Your Question and Know Truth” in Dethek, the Dwarvish script. The kong rune, which is nearly as big as the circle enclosing it, is often associated with Annam the All
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Glory of the Giants Myths, fairy tales, folklore, and fantasy literature throughout the real world depict a tremendous range of giants. Some tales suggest that the humans of past ages were gigantic
live apart in remote steadings, undersea palaces, subterranean realms, and flying citadels. Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants explores giants’ role in D&D and their realms across the worlds. It delves
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
them. The stairs ascend to the Hall of Glory, formerly a lavish trophy room and memorial to fallen knights. The roof has fallen in, and the walls are mostly rubble; it is home to a troop of eight
the vaults below and drove them out. The angels refuse to abandon their posts and are content to wait as long as it takes for Mekkalath to depart. The remains of the abbey’s temple—surrounded by fires
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motivation, but it also might explain some of your class features or magic. A bard of the College of Lore might focus on the study of giants, a Rune Knight fighter (from Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
or your class or provided you with your starting equipment. If you have a continuing obligation to this giant, see “Giant Patrons” in chapter 3 for additional inspiration. Primeval Animals You could
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
or higher to pass through this gate (see “Jhesiyra Kestellharp”). The first creature to pass through the gate triggers an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”). A creature that passes through the gate
(“Axallian”), which Halaster changes every few days. The skulls are otherwise hostile and refuse to answer questions put to them. 6c. Giggles The earthen floor of this 20-foot-high cave is slightly concave
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
marble throne surrounded by stacks of aged books. Carved into the wall behind the throne is Halaster’s personal rune, and beneath the rune is a locked iron chest. (Halaster sits in the throne and is
them). The characters gain no XP for “defeating” Halaster in this fashion. If they refuse to leave, Halaster becomes annoyed and attacks them. If the characters took any actions to hinder Halaster’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
. Otherwise, the thrones are empty, and the characters have nothing else to interact with. The apparitions refuse to speak in the characters’ presence, and they can’t be harmed or turned. Barely lifting
. Carved into each urn is a rune. Above the alcoves looms a stone archway, into which some words are inscribed.
The inscription carved into the arch above the alcoves is a poem written in the Dwarvish
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
“Treasure”). His morningstar is nonmagical and made for a Huge creature. Characters close enough to touch the cloud giant’s corpse or the morningstar notice a rune-inscribed circle carved into the floor
glory to their race. The oracle told Blagothkus outright that he could never impress the gods enough to earn their favor, then urged Eigeron to step out from beneath his father’s “dark shadow.” Blagothkus
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
14. Sepulchers This corner of the dungeon holds a pair of dusty crypts. 14a. Southern Crypt The door to this room is engraved with a large rune, while the door frame is carved with leering dwarven
skulls. A character who understands Dwarvish recognizes the rune on the door as a dwarven symbol of death (identical to the one in area 27). Behind the door is a dusty, 10-foot-high crypt that contains
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
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
automatically revere their kind’s primary deity, however. Many good cloud giants refuse to worship the deceitful Memnor, and a storm giant dwelling in the icy mountains of the north might pay more homage
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
characters haggle with the rakshasa, it also vows to provide up to three additional pieces of useful information in exchange for its freedom, such as the way to level 15. If the characters refuse to help
14th level or higher to pass through this gate (see “Jhesiyra Kestellharp”). The first creature to pass through the gate triggers an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”). A creature that passes through the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
reeks of garbage and has the following features: Ankle-deep refuse fills the chamber. Black scorch marks stretch from floor to ceiling along the walls and the stairs, which lead up to area K10
can force it open from this side. Nat, Jenks, and Squiddly make the best of Waterdeep’s harsh winter. K18. Arcane Rune This unlit hall is choked with dust and cobwebs. It contains the following
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
the gate for 1 minute. Characters must be 12th level or higher to pass through this gate (see “Jhesiyra Kestellharp”). The first creature to pass through the gate triggers an elder rune (see “Elder
forces it to reveal the gate’s command word, which Halaster changes every few days. The skulls are otherwise hostile and refuse to answer questions put to them. 11f. Arcane Locked Doors Muiral has cast
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
monstrous inhabitants for excitement and glory; you do it because every other path is closed to you. But you have risen high on fortune’s wheel once before, and with luck and fortitude, you could do so
refuse to squander. (Euryale, Skull) 3 Now that I’ve overcome having nothing, I can survive anything. (Fool, Ruin, Talons) 4 I know enemies are set against me, and I always prepare for the worst. (Flames
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
’ Alliance, a shaky coalition that proactively eliminates threats to their mutual safety and prosperity. Alliance leaders are often contentious, while their operatives seek honor and glory for themselves and
aren’t the only evil giants vying for glory and their gods’ admiration. Other giant lords might be engaged in foul plots throughout the North. Here are a few examples of lords you could create:
A
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
(area V3) and the refuse pit (area V4). V3. Firelit Cave This cavern is slightly sunken, as all tunnels leading to it slope down gradually. A bonfire in the middle of this cave keeps it lit and
leather boots. The verbeeg is fashioning a small knife he can use to carefully unstitch the boots and reuse the leather. V4. Refuse Pit This dead-end cavern has a crudely excavated, ten-foot-wide pit
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
City Inhabitants Several factions dwell within Omu, including yuan-ti, grungs, vegepygmies, and kobolds. Explorers also come here in search of gold and glory. Presently, these include Red Wizards and
with the Eyes of the Rune Keeper invocation can translate Old Omuan script without a check. If the characters recover the “queen’s decree” from the chwinga cart at area 11, they can use it to decode
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
take the deal, Yeemik tries to force them to pay a rich ransom for Sildar even after they complete their part of the bargain. If the characters refuse to parley, Yeemik shoves Sildar over the edge and
by proactively eliminating threats by any means, while bringing honor and glory to their leaders and homelands. Sildar met Gundren Rockseeker in Neverwinter and agreed to accompany him back to
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
. The scripture on the runestone is written in Dwarvish and is concerned with the glory and honor found in battle and in competition. This honor is not always granted, however, because glory comes
only to those who challenge themselves through physical trials. (There is no glory for a goliath who is unchallenged in battle, athletics, and competition, just as there is no glory for the griffon that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
chamber discover an unfinished letter that details the acquisition of an artifact dating back to the empire of Ostoria. This rune-carved stone spindle is described as having an unknown purpose. The
“Loross: The Netherese Tongue” sidebar) and tries to find out what has happened in the world in the centuries since Ythryn’s fall. Her singular goal is to restore Ythryn to its past glory. She doesn’t
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
to glory. He rationalizes any setbacks (including his capture and imprisonment) as part of his “divine plan.” His killings are carefully ritualized, following an exacting process of cutting open the
toward the need for one or more of them to be sacrificed to his greater glory. Prince Derendil This hulking quaggoth is the most menacing-looking prisoner in the slave pens, and the other prisoners give
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
a considerable amount of wealth, he has lived his entire life on stories of honor and great deeds, none of which are his own. Now Lord Bakaris sees the situation in Kalaman as his chance to win glory
). If the characters refuse, Darrett asks to speak with them for a moment. He plans to accept the governor’s terms and attempts to convince the characters to join him. He wants their aid not only to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
chain shirts instead of the usual hide armor. Bugbears are never outfitted with ranged weapons (which they refuse to use) or with heavy armor (which compromises their stealthiness). If some bugbears
A goblinoid host that is prepared for war doesn’t wait for the enemy to approach its doorstep. In pursuit of ever greater glory for Maglubiyet, the host’s leaders keep the army on the move
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
Undermountain and purge it of those it deems abhorrent. Before letting innocents off the hook, Fazrian demands that they each swear an oath to serve it henceforth. Those who refuse to take the oath are
within 10 feet of it. Characters must be 15th level or higher to pass through this gate (see “Jhesiyra Kestellharp”). The first creature to pass through the gate triggers an elder rune (see “Elder Runes
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
described as a boundless realm full of wonders, but her parents refuse to let her leave, and she’s furious at them. She has a low opinion of her younger brother, Zaltember. Eighteen-year-old Cinderhild
rune-carved iron ingot embedded in its forehead (see “Treasure”). Although golems normally have elemental spirits of earth trapped within them, this golem holds an elemental spirit of fire. The golem
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
worship Madarua or Usamigaras, Artha tells the characters to turn back or suffer Gorm’s thunderous wrath. If the characters attack the guardians or refuse to heed their warnings, the guardians produce
trust any of them, but the Zargonites are especially ruthless. Dungeon Tip. The lower levels of the ziggurat are haunted by Undead. Glory of Cynidicea. Kanadius believes only the Guardians of Gorm can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
stops the island from falling, returns the rune to its original orange color, and disables the console. The experience is startling, but it doesn’t harm the tower or creatures on the island. If the tower
throne’s arm. “No more need for his incessant human cautiousness. Glory will be mine alone. It is the Dragon Queen’s will!”
The jewels on the throne pulse. Beneath you, the floor lurches. Through the
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
who stole a Giant rune
†Monsters marked with a dagger (†) appear in Monsters of the Multiverse. Roll a d8 if you don’t have that book. *See chapter 6. Giant Kin Encounters The Giant Kin
, desperately hoping someone will end its existence
8 1 flesh colossus* (attitude: 1d6) marked with the Giant rune of death, defending the crumbled ruins of the place it was created to protect
9 1
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Sansuri for a few months. She had him hurled from the battlements for joking about her quick temper and kept his harp as a memento. Banner of the Krig Rune. This magical war banner (see appendix B
the constructs in area 27 to assist. If one or more characters surrender after causing harm to him or his family, he spares their lives but commands them to leave Lyn Armaal at once. If they refuse, or if they leave only to return at a later time, Thullen turns hostile and attacks them.
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
its outskirts, like wolves keeping a respectful distance from a campfire but unable to stray too far.
—Bigby
You could describe many giant communities the same way: unable to stray from the glory
companion (attitude for both: 1d10 + 2)
5 1 storm giant (attitude: 1d12) patiently explaining a Giant rune to 1d4 ogres (attitude: 1d10)
6 2 storm giants (attitude: 1d8 + 2) moving pieces
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
darkness. Numerous rock columns rise to meet the stone overhead. The air is thick with troglodyte stench, and the floor is littered with refuse from the monsters’ meals and gnawed bones of dubious
when the orcs stormed Khundrukar. The troglodytes have a superstitious fear of the tombs and refuse to set foot in this part of the Glitterhame. They don’t pursue characters who enter this area. If