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Species
Player’s Handbook
Created by the god Corellon, the first elves could change their forms at will. They lost this ability when Corellon cursed them for plotting with the deity Lolth, who tried and failed to usurp
to shape-shift at will, the elves retreated to the Feywild, where their sorrow was deepened by that plane’s influence. Over time, curiosity led many of them to explore other planes of existence
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
spellcasting ability (spell save DC 12):
At will: mage hand (the hand is invisible), minor illusionEmerald dragons are the most curious, cunning, and manipulative of the gem dragons, wielding
cultural practices to supernatural occurrences.
Shimmering Green
A wyrmling emerald dragon’s scales are a dull, pale green, but they develop into richer and more varied shades of green as the
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
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Spellcasting (Psionics). The dragon casts one of the following spells, requiring no spell components and using Intelligence as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 14):
At will: mage hand (the
weave illusions to deceive and disorient. They cloak their own presence so they can observe other creatures without being discovered as they collect information on everything from local cultural
Backgrounds
Tomb of Annihilation
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Cultural Chameleon
Before becoming an adventurer, you spent much of your adult life away from your homeland, living among people different from your kin. You came to understand these foreign cultures
I will honor them.
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I want to learn more about a particular humanoid culture that fascinates me.
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I seek to avenge a clan, tribe, kingdom, or empire that was wiped out.
6
I have a
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Intelligence as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 17):
At will: mage hand (the hand is invisible), minor illusion
1/day each: detect thoughts, dispel magic, invisibility, major imageThe dragon can
deceive and disorient. They cloak their own presence so they can observe other creatures without being discovered as they collect information on everything from local cultural practices to
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
ability (spell save DC 20):
At will: mage hand (the hand is invisible), minor illusion
1/day each: detect thoughts, dispel magic, etherealness, major image, misleadThe dragon can take 3 legendary
disorient. They cloak their own presence so they can observe other creatures without being discovered as they collect information on everything from local cultural practices to supernatural occurrences
Firbolg
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
. Their cultural reverence for nature, combined with their strong and insightful minds, makes learning such magic an instinctive part of their development. Almost every firbolg learns a few spells
the group’s needs, but the effect each action will have on the forest and the rest of the natural world. Firbolg tribes would rather go hungry than strain the land during a famine.
Hidden
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Natural Druids Firbolgs have a talent for druidic magic. Their cultural reverence for nature, combined with their strong and insightful minds, makes learning such magic an instinctive part of their
every action the tribe takes, the druids weigh not only the group’s needs, but the effect each action will have on the forest and the rest of the natural world. Firbolg tribes would rather go hungry
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Natural Druids Firbolgs have a talent for druidic magic. Their cultural reverence for nature, combined with their strong and insightful minds, makes learning such magic an instinctive part of their
every action the tribe takes, the druids weigh not only the group’s needs, but the effect each action will have on the forest and the rest of the natural world. Firbolg tribes would rather go hungry
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
never crossed the Graywall Mountains or explored the jungles of the east. The Five Nations always had cultural differences and those who yearned for independence. But still, the map showed us at our best
—kingdoms of elves and goblins, even this so-called ‘nation of monsters.’ Can it possibly last? And if not, will it be another war that brings it down, or will the Mourning consume us all?
—Lyrian Das
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
never crossed the Graywall Mountains or explored the jungles of the east. The Five Nations always had cultural differences and those who yearned for independence. But still, the map showed us at our best
—kingdoms of elves and goblins, even this so-called ‘nation of monsters.’ Can it possibly last? And if not, will it be another war that brings it down, or will the Mourning consume us all?
—Lyrian Das
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Robes, the Red Robes, and the Black Robes, respectively. As it unfolds, give the character the opportunity to choose any order they please. If the character makes a surprising choice, consider asking the
pivotal moment for character growth. Ending the Test As the test reaches its decisive moment, remind the character’s player that their character’s choices will result in them gaining membership in a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
because it best emulates the Scourge Mistress, and for the same reason her faithful appreciate beauty, cultural refinement, and a certain adeptness at manipulation. Though temples to Loviatar are rare
, her faithful are more numerous than might be expected. Loviatar is the chosen deity of those who inflict pain as a matter of course, including torturers and others who need to break the will of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Robes, the Red Robes, and the Black Robes, respectively. As it unfolds, give the character the opportunity to choose any order they please. If the character makes a surprising choice, consider asking the
pivotal moment for character growth. Ending the Test As the test reaches its decisive moment, remind the character’s player that their character’s choices will result in them gaining membership in a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
part of the giants’ fall—an invention of Annam’s sons and a distortion of Annam’s will for them. In other stories, it is a consequence of their fall—a punishment Annam inflicted on the giants after
among giant kinds reflecting a cultural or geographical distinction rather than an inherent one. They might live in bands composed of multiple giant kinds or family groups of a single kind. Or giants of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
because it best emulates the Scourge Mistress, and for the same reason her faithful appreciate beauty, cultural refinement, and a certain adeptness at manipulation. Though temples to Loviatar are rare
, her faithful are more numerous than might be expected. Loviatar is the chosen deity of those who inflict pain as a matter of course, including torturers and others who need to break the will of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
part of the giants’ fall—an invention of Annam’s sons and a distortion of Annam’s will for them. In other stories, it is a consequence of their fall—a punishment Annam inflicted on the giants after
among giant kinds reflecting a cultural or geographical distinction rather than an inherent one. They might live in bands composed of multiple giant kinds or family groups of a single kind. Or giants of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
primarily on the psionic energy that they extract from it in its final moments of activity. Through some quirk of the illithids’ parasitic nature, the cultural sophistication of a mind flayer depends upon
what sorts of brains are in its diet. For example, members of a colony that feed on grimlocks are no less intelligent than a colony that feeds on elves, but the former will pay almost no attention to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
primarily on the psionic energy that they extract from it in its final moments of activity. Through some quirk of the illithids’ parasitic nature, the cultural sophistication of a mind flayer depends upon
what sorts of brains are in its diet. For example, members of a colony that feed on grimlocks are no less intelligent than a colony that feeds on elves, but the former will pay almost no attention to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
in bold colors that not only honor the gods, but keep away the many monsters haunting the cove, including giant crocodiles, shambling mounds, and green hags. Though each island has its own cultural
whisper of strange magic that manifests without warning, causing unusual weather and reshaping the soil. Some believe these effects might be connected to ancient magics affecting the land or the will
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
humanoids have tight pantheons. It is expected that an orc will worship Gruumsh or one of a handful of subordinate deities. In comparison, humanity embraces a staggering variety of deities. Each human
years? A deity might also have ties to a kingdom, noble line, or other cultural institution. With the death of the emperor, a new ruler might be selected by divine portents sent by the deity who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
humanoids have tight pantheons. It is expected that an orc will worship Gruumsh or one of a handful of subordinate deities. In comparison, humanity embraces a staggering variety of deities. Each human
years? A deity might also have ties to a kingdom, noble line, or other cultural institution. With the death of the emperor, a new ruler might be selected by divine portents sent by the deity who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
in bold colors that not only honor the gods, but keep away the many monsters haunting the cove, including giant crocodiles, shambling mounds, and green hags. Though each island has its own cultural
whisper of strange magic that manifests without warning, causing unusual weather and reshaping the soil. Some believe these effects might be connected to ancient magics affecting the land or the will
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Locathah Rising
these creatures is completely encrusted in barnacles. The other creature’s legs have split into shadowy tentacles, and it emanates a menacing inky aura.
The creatures, respectively, are one drowned
6 without alerting the drowned ascetics therein, any conflict in this area will “wake” them. They join combat after two rounds have passed. Development Any character who takes a minute or more to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Locathah Rising
these creatures is completely encrusted in barnacles. The other creature’s legs have split into shadowy tentacles, and it emanates a menacing inky aura.
The creatures, respectively, are one drowned
6 without alerting the drowned ascetics therein, any conflict in this area will “wake” them. They join combat after two rounds have passed. Development Any character who takes a minute or more to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Elf MIKE PAPE Created by the god Corellon, the first elves could change their forms at will. They lost this ability when Corellon cursed them for plotting with the deity Lolth, who tried and failed
able to shape-shift at will, the elves retreated to the Feywild, where their sorrow was deepened by that plane’s influence. Over time, curiosity led many of them to explore other planes of existence
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
last resort, Iymrith will goad Mirran and Nym into attacking the adventurers, since she knows that Uthor and his guards will quickly turn on anyone who harms his nieces. Iymrith won’t attack the
giants protect Nym and Mirran, who retreat to areas 6 and area 30, respectively, if seriously threatened. The crab and the other giants remain here. 15 Serissa, Uthor, Iymrith, 2 hill giants Uthor
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Elf MIKE PAPE Created by the god Corellon, the first elves could change their forms at will. They lost this ability when Corellon cursed them for plotting with the deity Lolth, who tried and failed
able to shape-shift at will, the elves retreated to the Feywild, where their sorrow was deepened by that plane’s influence. Over time, curiosity led many of them to explore other planes of existence
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Elf Created by the god Corellon, the first elves could change their forms at will. They lost this ability when Corellon cursed them for plotting with the deity Lolth, who tried and failed to usurp
-shift at will, the elves retreated to the Feywild, where their sorrow was deepened by that plane’s influence. Over time, curiosity led many of them to explore other planes of existence, including
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
last resort, Iymrith will goad Mirran and Nym into attacking the adventurers, since she knows that Uthor and his guards will quickly turn on anyone who harms his nieces. Iymrith won’t attack the
giants protect Nym and Mirran, who retreat to areas 6 and area 30, respectively, if seriously threatened. The crab and the other giants remain here. 15 Serissa, Uthor, Iymrith, 2 hill giants Uthor
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
extend from a large pouch hanging around the giant’s two necks, connecting directly into his chest. A pig snoozes on the floor at the ettin’s feet.
“Stand still!” one head roars. “My steward Slippy will
present you for a formal audience.”
“No! My steward Sticky will present you!”
Both heads then ignore you as they begin bellowing over one another for Slippy and Sticky to attend them.
The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
extend from a large pouch hanging around the giant’s two necks, connecting directly into his chest. A pig snoozes on the floor at the ettin’s feet.
“Stand still!” one head roars. “My steward Slippy will
present you for a formal audience.”
“No! My steward Sticky will present you!”
Both heads then ignore you as they begin bellowing over one another for Slippy and Sticky to attend them.
The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Elf Created by the god Corellon, the first elves could change their forms at will. They lost this ability when Corellon cursed them for plotting with the deity Lolth, who tried and failed to usurp
-shift at will, the elves retreated to the Feywild, where their sorrow was deepened by that plane’s influence. Over time, curiosity led many of them to explore other planes of existence, including
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Romantic in-character dialogue Themes of mental and physical health involving the body and the mind Real-world religion and politics, or analogs of them Topics related to real-world social or cultural
inform your adventure planning and to create an anonymized list of content that will not be featured in your game. Bring this list to your session zero.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Romantic in-character dialogue Themes of mental and physical health involving the body and the mind Real-world religion and politics, or analogs of them Topics related to real-world social or cultural
inform your adventure planning and to create an anonymized list of content that will not be featured in your game. Bring this list to your session zero.