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Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Creating a Gnoll War Band To include a gnoll war band in your campaign, or if you need to generate one quickly for use in an encounter, use the tables in this section. Roll on each one in turn to
determine the war bandâs name, components, and unique traits. The War Band Name table is set up to create two-word names. Some war bands become infamous enough to earn an epithet from their enemies, but
Spells
Playerâs Handbook
its trigger and choose whether itâs an explosive rune or a spell glyph, as explained below.
Set the Trigger. You decide what triggers the glyph when you cast the spell. For glyphs inscribed on
glyph could be set to affect Aberrations). You can also set conditions for creatures that donât trigger the glyph, such as those who say a certain password.
Explosive Rune. When triggered, the
Magic Items
The Book of Many Things
This magic hammer has 3 charges. As a bonus action, you can expend 1 charge and slam this hammer on the ground, creating a 15-foot-radius circle of glowing runes centered on the point of impact
. While youâre inside that area, your hammer glows with matching runes, and you gain a +3 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this hammer. The rune circle disappears after 1 minute, when you
Magic Items
Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
This brass war horn is engraved with the war rune, which glows purple when the horn is blown.
You can blow the horn as a bonus action. When you do, if you have the frightened condition, you
immediately end that condition on yourself. You also have advantage on saving throws against being frightened until the start of your next turn.
Invoking the Rune. When you blow the horn, you can also invoke
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
tanarukks, using these ferocious warriors to bolster their followersâ strength.
The demon lord Baphomet gladly shares the secret of creating tanarukks with those who entreat him for power; the cult
raiding or even war is the course they inevitably choose.Fire, PoisonAggressive. The tanarukk moves up to its speed toward an enemy that it can see.
Magic Items
Storm King's Thunder
Crafted from a thick, red fabric, this banner measures 5 feet high and 3 feet wide. The krig (war) rune is displayed on the fabric with round, metal plates sewn into it. It can be attached to a 10
rest.
Gift of Battle. You can transfer the bannerâs magic to a place by tracing the krig rune on the ground with your finger. The point where you trace it becomes the center of a spherical
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
while the dragons live. These levitating horns and spines shift slightly with the dragonsâ moods, bobbing in amusement or flaring with anger.
Art of War
The warlike sapphire dragons devise
history and tactics, and magic items that protect against psychic damage or mental intrusion. The centerpiece of a sapphire dragonâs hoard is usually a cataloged, orderly collection of war gear
Monsters
Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
plume of smoke to rise, sometimes lit from below by fiery bursts of lava. As the scion dreams of battleâperhaps a battle to rouse Annam from seclusion by uniting the giants or a war to conquer
the giantâs magic, creating one or more of the following effects:
Abundant Ore. Veins of precious metals and ore are more common within 6 miles of the scion.
Desertification. Precipitation is
Monsters
Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
lava. As the scion dreams of battleâperhaps a battle to rouse Annam from seclusion by uniting the giants or a war to conquer all in Surturâs nameâthe volcano rumbles and spews molten
, preferably at the head of a fire giant army.
Regional Effects
The region surrounding a scion of Surtur is altered by the giantâs magic, creating one or more of the following effects:
Abundant Ore
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
horns and spines shift slightly with the dragonsâ moods, bobbing in amusement or flaring with anger.
Art of War
The warlike sapphire dragons devise strategies and ambushes based on their
protect against psychic damage or mental intrusion. The centerpiece of a sapphire dragonâs hoard is usually a cataloged, orderly collection of war gear, which can contain ancient relics of
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
hoard is usually a cataloged, orderly collection of war gear, which can contain ancient relics of immense power.
Creating a Sapphire Dragon
Use the Sapphire Dragon Personality Traits and Sapphire
flaring with anger.
Art of War
The warlike sapphire dragons devise strategies and ambushes based on their ability to maneuver underground. A sapphire dragon often refrains from striking immediately
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
positive energy for healing and nurturing.
Creating a Crystal Dragon
Use the Crystal Dragon Personality Traits and Crystal Dragon Ideals tables to inspire your portrayal of distinctive crystal
crystal dragon has ripped open holes to the Elemental Planes of Air and Water, creating flash glaciation that encroaches upon inhabited lands.
Connected Creatures
Crystal dragons are among the
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
examining the nature of the multiverse form the centerpiece of an amethyst dragonâs hoard.
Creating an Amethyst Dragon
Use the Amethyst Dragon Personality Traits and Amethyst Dragon Ideals
adult amethyst dragon;adult amethyst dragon's lair.
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The Enlightened Dragon Master of an isolated monastery is, in fact, an adult amethyst dragon.
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An adult amethyst dragon is at war
Monsters
The Book of Many Things
champions, and train them to fight in a war.
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Tend a sacred beacon fed by the Outer Planes, sending embers of that beacon to the corners of the world to maintain a divine shroud.
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Watch the
altered by the medusaâs presence, creating one or more of the following effects:
Faces in Stone. Stone within 3 miles of the lair takes on subtle shapes that suggest people, animals, and other
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
intrusion. The centerpiece of a sapphire dragonâs hoard is usually a cataloged, orderly collection of war gear, which can contain ancient relics of immense power.
Creating a Sapphire Dragon
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the dragonsâ moods, bobbing in amusement or flaring with anger.
Art of War
The warlike sapphire dragons devise strategies and ambushes based on their ability to maneuver underground. A
Equipment
point, such as the ground or a wall, and on an attack roll against AC 10, cause the War Oil to spill out of the ammunition, creating a circular patch of the viscous substance with a 10-foot radius.
War
A target hit by a piece of Alchemical Ammunition packed with War Oil takes damage as normal for the ammunition, then becomes coated in War Oil for up to 1 minute. Alternatively, you can target a
Soldier
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Backgrounds
Basic Rules (2014)
War has been your life for as long as you care to remember. You trained as a youth, studied the use of weapons and armor, learned basic survival techniques, including how to stay alive on the
battlefield. You might have been part of a standing national army or a mercenary company, or perhaps a member of a local militia who rose to prominence during a recent war.
When you choose this background
Backgrounds
Baldurâs Gate: Descent into Avernus
Mercenaries, private guards, Watch soldiers, and members of the Flaming Fist number among just a few of the many soldiers on the streets of Baldurâs Gate.
War has been your life for as long as
standing national army or a mercenary company, or perhaps a member of a local militia who rose to prominence during a recent war.
When you choose this background, work with your DM to determine which
Species
Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
are too mired in the past, and need to find a way forward?
Elves of Valenar
Your people are dedicated to the arts of war. Millenia ago, your ancestors fought an epic war against mighty giants. When
is why your people constantly seek out conflict; you need to find challenges worthy of a hero.
In creating a Valenar, think about your patron ancestor. Your class should reflect their class; if you
Young Deep Dragon
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.
Creating a Deep Dragon
Use the Deep Dragon Personality Traits and Deep Dragon Ideals tables to inspire your portrayal of distinctive deep dragon characters, and use the Deep Dragon Spellcasting table to
adventurers to investigate.
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Two Underdark settlements are about to go to war, having been carefully manipulated by a deep dragon. A desperate ruler offers a reward to anyone who can uncover the
Deep Dragon Wyrmling
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combat. Deep dragons look down on any creature that isnât useful to them, though they are willing to bargain for knowledge they lack.
Creating a Deep Dragon
Use the Deep Dragon Personality
adventurers to investigate.
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Two Underdark settlements are about to go to war, having been carefully manipulated by a deep dragon. A desperate ruler offers a reward to anyone who can uncover the true
Ancient Deep Dragon
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. Deep dragons look down on any creature that isnât useful to them, though they are willing to bargain for knowledge they lack.
Creating a Deep Dragon
Use the Deep Dragon Personality Traits and
.
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Two Underdark settlements are about to go to war, having been carefully manipulated by a deep dragon. A desperate ruler offers a reward to anyone who can uncover the true cause of the hostility
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Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
are too mired in the past, and need to find a way forward?
Elves of Valenar
Your people are dedicated to the arts of war. Millenia ago, your ancestors fought an epic war against mighty giants. When
is why your people constantly seek out conflict; you need to find challenges worthy of a hero.
In creating a Valenar, think about your patron ancestor. Your class should reflect their class; if you
Adult Deep Dragon
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. Deep dragons look down on any creature that isnât useful to them, though they are willing to bargain for knowledge they lack.
Creating a Deep Dragon
Use the Deep Dragon Personality Traits and
Underdark settlements are about to go to war, having been carefully manipulated by a deep dragon. A desperate ruler offers a reward to anyone who can uncover the true cause of the hostility.
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Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
to giants runs deeper than fanciful stories. This chapter is for any D&D character who aspires to forge a link to the mighty giants. From sources of havoc-wreaking power to the artful study of rune
following sections present a variety of options for creating characters with ties to giants: âSubclass Optionâ allows barbarians to explore ties to the nature of giants. âBackgroundsâ presents two new
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
saga. Gods of the Ordning Name Alignment Suggested Cleric Domains Symbol Annam LN Knowledge Two hands, wrists crossed, with fingers pointing downward Diancastra CN Trickery Journey rune Grolantor CE
War Wooden club Hiatea N Life, Nature Flaming spear Iallanis NG Light, Peace* Garland of flowers Karontor NE Death, Knowledge Broken shackles Memnor N or NE Knowledge, Trickery Black obelisk Skoraeus
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Giant Runes (Area J2) Dod (Death Rune)
Fjell (Mountain Rune)
Krig (War Rune)
Liv (Life Rune)
Vind (Wind Rune)
Wyrm (Dragon Rune)
J3. Curved Tunnel There is nothing remarkable
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
Creating a Portal You can create portals quickly by choosing or rolling on the Planar Portals table. First, decide whether the portalâs destination resides in Sigil or on another plane. Then, roll on
Sample Keys 01â03 Carved wooden arch Bottle and Jug Ysgard Stein, war horn 04â06 Revolving door Face of Gith Limbo Melting ice, red slaad egg 07â09 Shattered window Nowhere Pandemonium Brick from an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Banner of the Krig Rune Wondrous item, rare (requires attunement) Crafted from a thick, red fabric, this banner measures 5 feet high and 3 feet wide. The krig (war) rune is displayed on the fabric
use it again until you finish a short or long rest. Gift of Battle. You can transfer the bannerâs magic to a place by tracing the krig rune on the ground with your finger. The point where you trace it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
evils of the Wastes. When creating a Ghaashâkala character, consider the following: The Binding Flame. The Ghaashâkala worship Kalok Shash, the âBinding Flame.â Fundamentally the same religion as the
Silver Flame, Kalok Shash is a harsh faith that requires all able-bodied folk to fight in the endless war against the forces of darkness. Sacred Champions. As a Ghaashâkala, you are a champion of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Aftermath of the Last War The war is over, but deep rifts remain between Thrane and its neighbors. Aundairian war magic created a blasted wasteland between the two nations. To the east, the conflict
with Karrnath left farms and cities such as Shadukar devastated and abandoned, home only to the lingering undead left behind after the Karrnathi retreat. For most, these grim reminders of war
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
14. Abattoir Pigs are slaughtered here, as are unwanted trespassers. The river has punched a hole in the north wall, creating a stream that runs through the place. A crude log bridge spans the
death to protect the hill giant. A tunnel in the north wall leads to area 15. Treasure Slub wears a gavel of the venn rune (see appendix B) on a cord around his neck, like a pendant.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
west and east walls hold battleaxes and war picks.
Arch. Set into the back of a deep alcove to the south is a stone arch engraved with images of dancing dwarves.
Arch Gate to Level 5 The arch in
gate triggers an elder rune (see âElder Runesâ). A creature that passes through the gate appears in area 9 on level 5, in the closest unoccupied space next to the identical gate located there. Armor and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Karrnath. While Karrnathâs soldiers may be the finest in the Five Nations, they lack the magical support of Aundair or Thrane, which evened the odds during the Last War. Nonetheless, Karrns are proud of
their martial history, and most are convinced that they would have eventually won the Last War. Karrnath suffered a series of severe food shortages and plagues early in the Last War. This caused the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Playerâs Handbook
the glyph, you set its trigger and choose whether itâs an explosive rune or a spell glyph, as explained below. Set the Trigger. You decide what triggers the glyph when you cast the spell. For glyphs
example, the glyph could be set to affect Aberrations). You can also set conditions for creatures that donât trigger the glyph, such as those who say a certain password. Explosive Rune. When triggered