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Eberron: Rising from the Last War
down to the Material Plane. One sin led to their fall: the desire to be worshiped by mortals. Now in the mortal realm, most radiant idols gather cults of devoted followers.
Fallen Angels. The insatiable
wings could be weighted down with chains representing its pride. A radiant idol uses disguise self to hide its corruption, presenting an image of celestial glory.
The Weight of Corruption. When a radiant
Aarakocra
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Elemental Evil Player's Companion
exceptional circumstance for an aarakocra to leave his or her tribe and undertake the adventurer’s life. Neither treasure nor glory is enough to lure them from their tribes; a dire threat to their people
on that plane might leave their colonies to lend aid to other humanoids committed to fighting earth cults and thwarting their efforts.
Aarakocra Names
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Yuan-ti Malison (Type 3)
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Monster Manual (2014)
time, the serpent gods heard those prayers, their sibilant voices responding from the darkness as they told the yuan-ti what they must do. The yuan-ti religion grew more fanatical in its devotion. Cults
are cunning and ruthless tacticians who readily sacrifice lesser yuan-ti if potential victory justifies such losses. They have no sense of honorable combat and strike first in decisive ambush if they
Halfling
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Curious
Halflings are an affable and cheerful people. They cherish the bonds of family and friendship as well as the comforts of hearth and home, harboring few dreams of gold or glory. Even adventurers
avoid unwanted attention.
Halflings work readily with others, and they are loyal to their friends, whether halfling or otherwise. They can display remarkable ferocity when their friends, families, or
Human
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Just as readily as they mix with each other, humans mingle with members of other races. They get along with almost everyone, though they might not be close to many. Humans serve as ambassadors, diplomats
seek adventure are the most daring and ambitious members of a daring and ambitious race. They seek to earn glory in the eyes of their fellows by amassing power, wealth, and fame. More than other people
Orc
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
hatred of the civilized races of the world and their need to satisfy the demands of their deities, the orcs know that if they fight well and bring glory to their tribe, Gruumsh will call them home to
, injury, or age) often join these cults instead of facing daily humiliation, exile, or death.
Serving as the bridge between the two parts of the tribe are the priestesses of Luthic, the orc goddess who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Intro to Stormwreck Isle
Human Paladin Shawn Wood Your family is no stranger to wealth, power, and privilege. In the glory days of Neverwinter, your parents ruled the county of Corlinn Hill, located in the hills northeast
protect them. Recently, your resolve has been shaken by corruption in the city guard and ruling aristocrats. Personal Goal: Rejuvenating Pilgrimage. Seeking to reinvigorate your resolve, you learned of a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes’ Feast: Saving the Children’s Menu
arrival of such enormous adversaries; even in the basement, the giants’ heavy footfalls can be felt. ALTERNATIVE ENEMIES
Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants describes giants who have joined cults of
Elemental Evil. Perhaps Invido has used the Cult of Evil Fire as a way of consolidating his support and influence. If you have access to Glory of the Giants, you can replace the commander of the fire giant search party with a fire giant of evil fire.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
Cult of Zariel Goals: Conquest, glory in battle, fame and fortune derived from military victory Typical Cultist: Berserker, cult fanatic, cultist, gladiator, guard, knight, veteran Signature Spells
initiative, it can choose itself and up to three allies it can see if it isn’t incapacitated. It can swap the initiative results of the chosen creatures among them. WHY DEVILS WANT CULTS
For all
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Harpers and Zhentarim are well established in the city, but her path only crosses with theirs when the wellbeing of Yartarrans is at stake. The elemental cults have begun abducting Yartarrans who won’t
). Reason to Visit. The “Dark Dealings in Yartar” side trek (chapter 6) brings the characters here. More broadly, characters affiliated with the Lords’ Alliance can readily receive support in Yartar, and Harpers and Zhentarim can get aid, too, if they’re discreet and know how to contact an agent in town.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Exemplars of Ambition Humans who seek adventure are the most daring and ambitious members of a daring and ambitious race. They seek to earn glory in the eyes of their fellows by amassing power
, wealth, and fame. More than other people, humans champion causes rather than territories or groups. EVERYONE’S SECOND-BEST FRIENDS
Just as readily as they mix with each other, humans mingle with members
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Exemplars of Ambition Humans who seek adventure are the most daring and ambitious members of a daring and ambitious race. They seek to earn glory in the eyes of their fellows by amassing power
, wealth, and fame. More than other people, humans champion causes rather than territories or groups. EVERYONE'S SECOND-BEST FRIENDS
Just as readily as they mix with each other, humans mingle with members
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
, and many hope he can be convinced to return to his divine throne if the giants restore their ancient glory. But some giants believe that Annam is dead, that he is petulant and unworthy of worship, or
. More than most members of individual Elemental Evil cults, giants see the big picture of the four cults working toward the common goal of elemental cataclysm. Some giants even worship the Elder
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Cult Members Cults often form hierarchies around a charismatic or domineering leader. While cult members might work independently, they take their orders from superiors with greater supernatural
gives them remarkable resolve in the face of threats. Cultists perform much of a cult’s mundane work, which might include evangelism, criminal acts, or serving as sacrifices. Cultist Medium or Small
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
of family and friendship as well as the comforts of hearth and home, harboring few dreams of gold or glory. Even adventurers among them usually venture into the world for reasons of community
themselves valuable and welcome. The combination of their inherent stealth and their unassuming nature helps halflings to avoid unwanted attention. Halflings work readily with others, and they are loyal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
thumbs and forefingers of both hands together. Tactics and Philosophy The Black Earth cult is the most defense-minded and patient of the four elemental cults. Earth cultists admire stoicism, endurance
, and unyielding resolve. They are deliberate and slow to act, careful to consider their plans and gather their strength before beginning any new enterprise. Once earth cultists resolve to act, they
Compendium
- 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
impetuous and arrogant trickster.
Some giants abandon their own gods and fall prey to demon cults, paying homage to Baphomet or Kostchtchie. To worship them or any other non-giant deity is a great sin against the ordning, and almost certain to make a giant an outcast.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Kaius II was newly seated on the steel throne and lacked the resolve to bring the dwarf lords to heel. Now we see the harvest we have sown, and it is horrifying. Without the firm hand of Karrnath to
with endless hordes of aberrations. As a Mror adventurer, you could help your family reclaim lands from the Realm Below, or you could lead your allies into the deep in search of wealth and glory.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
. Now in the mortal realm, most radiant idols gather cults of devoted followers. Fallen Angels. The insatiable hunger to be adored can transform a fallen angel, physically and mentally. In its true form
self to hide its corruption, presenting an image of celestial glory. The Weight of Corruption. When a radiant idol achieves a sizable following through silvered words and demonstrations of power, its
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
. If that treasure’s there, you’ll find it. View Character Sheet Downloadable PDF Human Paladin Shawn Wood Your family is no stranger to wealth, power, and privilege. In the glory days of Neverwinter
a champion to those who are overlooked by the institutions that exist to protect them. Recently, your resolve has been shaken by corruption in the city guard and ruling aristocrats. Personal Goal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
serpent gods heard those prayers, their sibilant voices responding from the darkness as they told the yuan-ti what they must do. The yuan-ti religion grew more fanatical in its devotion. Cults bound
-ti that acts honorably or lends aid in a time of trouble does so only as part of a grander design. Yuan-ti leaders are cunning and ruthless tacticians who readily sacrifice lesser yuan-ti if potential
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy
Moonshae Isles, Baldur’s Gate, Candlekeep, and Port Nyanzaru. You’ve come to seek fortune and glory at Spelljammer Academy: a secret enclave of spellcasters and swords-for-hire on the mysterious isle of
tasks can be completed in any order. Spelljammer Academy
While adventurers of all stripes explore Faerûn and deal with the perils of ancient ruins, malevolent cults, and long-forgotten tombs, those
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
the archmage Zagig Yragerne and abandoned with his demise, the ruins (and the many-leveled dungeon below) are a powerful draw to adventurers who seek wealth, glory, and magical might. All manner of
the Nyr Dyv. Fishing boats crowd the wharves. The townsfolk welcome peaceful visitors—particularly adventurers who can help fend off monsters, bandits, and cults of Elemental Evil lurking in Cairn
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
rediscover its location: some hope to recapture the lost glory of Ostoria, but others want only to claim the mighty weapons of legend said to be entombed in its frozen halls.
Annam’s Offspring: The
and arrogant trickster, have substantial followings. Like humans, some giants even fall prey to demon cults, in which they pay homage to a demon lord such as Baphomet or Kostchtchie. Worshiping such
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
cleverness. Giants who value or seek to emulate these qualities pray and sacrifice to her, asking her blessing. Those who hold out hope for the restoration of giants’ ancient glory worship her as well
sometimes refer to him as “the banished son,” “the forgotten one,” or “the king that crawls.” A few cults revere him, beseeching him for sinister magical secrets or to consume their enemies. Memnor When
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
as they start to recognize the cults are a dangerous, destructive force. Left to Right: Harpers, Lords’ Alliance, Order of the Gauntlet, Zhentarim, and Emerald Enclave The Harpers A scattered
alliance agents, and they are often glory hounds seeking personal recognition. Most agents are lawful or neutral; in the courtly circles of the lords, those who don’t follow the rules seldom last long
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
losing to Karg. When the party arrives, he calls out, “I wanna play dese li’l guys! Hey, puny-bones! Wanna play?” If a character accepts the challenge, resolve the outcome of each game with an
those of the four elemental cults — the symbol of the Elder Elemental Eye (see chapter 1). The cultists believe the coffin is holy and left it undisturbed. A character who succeeds on a DC 15
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
elves, for example, belong to the Golgari, Selesnya, or Simic guilds, but a majority of goblins are guildless. Loxodons tend to have a strong sense of community, so they readily join guilds. And when
they don’t, they join groups of another sort, such as mercenary companies or cults. Simic hybrids are all created within the Simic Combine, so it’s rare for them not to be part of it.
Renown As you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
demonstrate strange quirks in speech or behavior. The people of Thesk trade readily with any folk, even nearby orcs and goblins that are willing to treat with them peacefully. They aren’t fools, however, and
, sambar, dragon, sun
Zhentil Keep: fang (“dung-piece”), talon/naal (“flea-bit”), tarenth (“hardhammer”), glory (“weeping wolf”), platinum glory (“flat metal gem”)
Silverymoon also mints two special
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Superiority Die to bolster the resolve of a companion. Choose an ally of yours within 30 feet of yourself who can see or hear you. That creature gains Temporary Hit Points equal to the Superiority Die roll
combine rigorous training with physical excellence to deal devastating blows, withstand peril, and garner glory. Whether in athletic contests or bloody battle, Champions strive for the crown of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
with the elemental and magical nature of giants or places where the Elemental Planes break into the Material Plane. The creatures on these tables might be connected to the cults of Elemental Evil
people is death and decay. Too many of us brood on the past or haunt our dusty ruins. Can we not focus on the glories that lie ahead, instead of dwelling on the glory we have lost?
—Diancastra
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
buried remains of the tribe’s honored dead. The upper tier is shaped like a sky pony (a pegasus), though the form of this feature is readily apparent only from the air. A round, 15-foot-diameter boulder
violent history, plundered by pirates, enslaved by evil cults, set ablaze, overrun by sahuagin, and even raided by drow — yet it weathered every storm and until recently showed glimmers of renewed