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Monsters
Curse of Strahd
":"1d4","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Dagger","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage.
Curse (Recharges after a Long Rest). Madam Eva targets one creature that she can see within 30 feet of her
. The target must succeed on a DC 17 Wisdom saving throw or be cursed. While cursed, the target is blinded and deafened. The curse lasts until ended with a greater restoration spell, a remove curse
Monsters
Curse of Strahd
"} hit points and is freed from any curse, disease, poison, blindness, or deafness.
Change Shape. The Abbot magically polymorphs into a humanoid or beast that has a challenge rating equal to or less
present since birth. The Abbot became consumed with a prideful, obsessive desire to rid the poor Belviews of their lingering imperfections. The Belview family, however, had strange ideas of what it
Monsters
Candlekeep Mysteries
","rollType":"roll","rollAction":"Hit Point Reduction"} for every 24 hours that elapse. If the curse reduces the target’s hit point maximum to 0, the target dies, and its body turns to dust. The curse
lasts until removed by the remove curse spell or other magic.
Dreadful Glare. Valin targets one creature she can see within 60 feet of her. If the target can see Valin, it must succeed on a DC 16
Monsters
The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 14):
At will: detect magic
2/day each: create food and water, polymorph, remove curse
1/day: plane shift (self only)Younger than Skabatha and older than
Endelyn, Bavlorna is called Slack-jawed Lorna because her wide mouth is prone to hang agape. Flies flit in and out of it. She is the hag of the present, the here and now, the moment to moment. Those
Monsters
The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
will: detect magic, druidcraft, speak with animals
2/day each: polymorph, remove curse, speak with plants
1/day: awaken (as an action), plane shift (self only)Skabatha is the oldest member of the
.
Personality Trait. “When dealing with outsiders, I present myself as a kindly old grandmother.”
Ideal. “Children are better off working for me than picking up lots of bad habits
Monsters
Curse of Strahd
descendants. Unfortunately, in his view, these modern Vistani are neither as noble nor as enlightened as their forebears. Not one to press the issue, Kasimir hopes to outlive the present leadership and see
spying on the temple for years, but he needs adventurers to help him survive its perils. He thinks that the secret to breaking Strahd's pact and freeing Barovia from its curse might be hidden there, but
Monsters
The Book of Many Things
, or half as much damage on a successful one.The demon lord Aurnozci is a wormlike horror of fiery flesh and toxic seepage. In its present form, Aurnozci can’t leave Xulregg, the Abyssal layer
worshipers to enact its will beyond the Abyss. The exact nature of the curse that binds Aurnozci to Xulregg is its cult’s most closely guarded secret, fully known only to the faith’s enigmatic
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
meaningful to an entire culture In cases where the curse arises from a creature, such as a dying villain’s last breath, the pronouncement of the curse is clear. When there is no wronged party present to
curse, the narrative impact fades. There should always be a way to avoid a curse, and a curse’s effects should clearly arise from wrongdoing. Here are some examples of actions that warrant a curse
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
haunted traps. However, the Channel Divinity class feature and the remove curse spell can disarm a haunted trap. To use Channel Divinity to disarm a haunted trap, a character uses an action to present
their holy symbol and speak a prayer. To use remove curse instead, a character must cast the spell and touch an object that is part of the trap. Whichever disarming method is used, the trap itself then
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Dealing with Uldrak Uldrak is a bitter creature who barely remembers his past. Long ago, he learned how to remove his curse, but the solution was so beyond him that he consigned himself to failure
success, they hypothesize that the blood must be drawn from his titan form to break the dao’s curse. Thankfully, Uldrak has a plan (see “Development” below). Treasure. The sphere set into the pommel of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Adventures An adventure might be created by the Dungeon Master or purchased (the examples of play in this chapter are inspired by a published adventure, Curse of Strahd). In either case, an adventure
, mysteries, and more arise during these explorations. Adventures vary in length and complexity. A short adventure might present only a few challenges and take only one session to complete. A long adventure might involve many combats, interactions, and other challenges and take dozens of sessions.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
Aurnozci, the Caged Worm The demon lord Aurnozci is a wormlike horror of fiery flesh and toxic seepage. In its present form, Aurnozci can’t leave Xulregg, the Abyssal layer that’s both its fiefdom
the Abyss. The exact nature of the curse that binds Aurnozci to Xulregg is its cult’s most closely guarded secret, fully known only to the faith’s enigmatic leader, a masked archmage called the Eye of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
present time and place, and penetrate veils of invisibility and magic. Supplicants who look deep into those eyes might find themselves magically displaced, banished to some far-flung plane where a
difficult trial awaits them. Gynosphinxes are virtual libraries of knowledge and lore. They ask riddles and present puzzles to test the wit of supplicants that come to learn their secrets. Some are willing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
Death Curse Understanding how Acererak’s death curse works is vital to running the adventure smoothly. The Soulmonger was activated 20 days ago and remains active until it is destroyed. While the
spells or similar magic. The death curse has no effect on preexisting ghosts or spirits. Meat Grinder Tomb of Annihilation can be played as written, or you can make it even more difficult by running it as
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
your Channel Divinity to exert an intimidating presence over others. As an action, you present your holy symbol, and each creature of your choice that can see or hear you within 30 feet of you must
you and your allies. If you deal your Divine Strike damage to a creature on your turn, you can curse that creature until the start of your next turn. The next time one of your allies hits the cursed
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
for which they were eternally grateful, but could not cure them of certain human defects that had been present since birth. The Abbot became consumed with a prideful, obsessive desire to rid the poor
realized that any attempt to slay Strahd would be futile—that the ancient curse upon the land meant that the vampire could never truly die, at least not in Barovia. Bride of Strahd. Strahd confided in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
travelers have shared experiences. You can find a place to hide, rest, or recuperate among sympathetic trading caravans, itinerant families, or displaced groups, so long as you don’t present yourself
Ravenloft, such as those from a previous Curse of Strahd campaign, make good candidates for being your new character’s mentor or relative. Alternatively, the deed of your characters in past adventures
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
locations for characters exploring uncharted oceans or those simply trying to get home. While any island might present the opportunity to rest, weather storms, restock, and explore, the islands of Theros
in complete control.
Upon one of the Dakra Isles, trespassers learn the truth behind the storied Curse of the Swine
(JAMES RYMAN) Island Inhabitants Any sort of people, from isolated societies
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
herself into Strahd’s court, working as a maid in Castle Ravenloft. She came to know the castle like the back of her hand, and she was present for the wedding of Sergei and Tatyana. After Strahd went mad
her desire to remain in Barovia. Madam Eva’s Traits Ideal. “I wish Strahd to be free of his curse.” Bond. “The Vistani are my people now.” Flaw. “The people whose fates I divine aren’t important. They
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
member of the Company of the Yellow Banner. Devlin’s goat-like features are the result of a curse, and he was killed by tomb dwarves after he became separated from his companions. Any inspection of his
parallel reality. Characters who walk the length of the circular corridor notice that Devlin’s body is no longer present — nor are any companions who waited behind for them. If they step back through the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
offering their well wishes, the Gardener hands each character (and Juliana and Orlando if they’re present) a white flower petal and informs them the fairy ring (area G1) can take them home if they carry the
scolds any characters who participated in the desecration of the tomb, barely resisting resorting to violence. With a final curse, the Gardener waves a hand, and an icy gale rips through the area
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
to present the party with one or more of Malaxxix’s custom-made cursed items, exposing characters to the curse of Malaxxix. Sample cursed items and rules for the curse of Malaxxix are included below
character becomes afflicted with the yugoloth’s curse. Malaxxix can spy upon any creature so afflicted and can teleport to a cursed creature at will. Malaxxix typically reserves this attention for creatures
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
Divinity: Order’s Demand Starting at 2nd level, you can use your Channel Divinity to exert an intimidating presence over others. As an action, you present your holy symbol, and each creature of your
efforts of you and your allies. If you deal your Divine Strike damage to a creature on your turn, you can curse that creature until the start of your next turn. The next time one of your allies hits
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Six goblins demand a 10 gp toll. If Gorkoh is present, the adventurers might be able to talk the goblins out of a fight.
9–11 No encounter
12 Twenty-year-old young lovers Bertice (half
web of misfortune. To avoid the curse of Beshaba (see below), the characters must not harm Carkuss, they must not be overly kind to him, and they must correctly answer a riddle he asks. If successful
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
comes to a dead stop. Alignment. Neutral evil. Personality Trait. “When dealing with outsiders, I present myself as a kindly old grandmother.” Ideal. “Children are better off working for me than
save DC 14):
At will: detect magic, druidcraft, speak with animals
2/day each: polymorph, remove curse, speak with plants
1/day each: awaken (as an action), plane shift (self only)
Bonus
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
. Unfortunately, in his view, these modern Vistani are neither as noble nor as enlightened as their forebears. Not one to press the issue, Kasimir hopes to outlive the present leadership and see a
the temple for years, but he needs adventurers to help him survive its perils. He thinks that the secret to breaking Strahd’s pact and freeing Barovia from its curse might be hidden there, but more
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
displayed on severed hands, elegant canopic jars, and the like. Market Clientele The Corpse Market occasionally sees living visitors, though the characters are the only ones present now. If the characters
Dolindar family was exiled to the Shadowfell for reasons they never shared. The family studied wizardry and knew much about planar gates despite being unable to use them due to a family curse. They were miserable and lonely in life.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
that person isn’t assassinated … or unmasked.
5 Use the crowd to expose people to an antidote, a curse, or important information.
6 Secure a private audience with Duchess Saidra.
Once
refuse entry to anyone missing acceptable versions of either. Ask the characters to make Charisma (Deception) checks if they present false invitations or have expressed worry that their costumes are subpar, but unless they roll especially poorly, the check simply reinforces the fear of being caught.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
through it, or by eating pygmywort mushrooms first to move through without disturbing the other fungi present. If the characters are chasing Droki, he uses the thicket to his advantage, eating a
the end of its turn, the creature can repeat the saving throw, ending the euphoric bliss effect on a success.
A remove curse or greater restoration spell rids a creature of Zuggtmoy’s gift.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
most prevalent theory holds that her confinement is related to the end of the long war between the dragons and giants, that she was sequestered here by means of a mighty curse levied by a forgotten
god of the giants she slew. The curse brought an end to the war but also drew the curtain on the time of the dragons and giants on the Material Plane, clearing the way for the rise of humans, orcs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
the present, the here and now, the moment to moment. Those desperate individuals who seek her out do so to find a remedy for a nagging problem or anxiety. Though she despises unannounced visitors, a
present. What I do now, this very moment, is all that matters.” Bond. “I’m safe in my cottage. Why should I leave it when I can make others come to me?” Flaw. “Watching someone run widdershins makes me
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
twelve in the past. Four members are present when the characters arrive at Chalet Brantifax: Madrina Natterask, Taspar Hatchhill, Rennick Groka, and Vinique. Madrina Natterask Lawful good human
restoration spell, a remove curse spell, or any other magic that ends a curse, that character is no longer afflicted with wereraven lycanthropy but can choose to remain a member of the Scarlet Sash.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
with pins or needles, the student it represents is blinded until the pins or needles are removed, or until a remove curse spell or similar magic is cast on that student. If the doll is stabbed through
the back with a knife or similar sharp instrument, the student it represents is paralyzed until the instrument is removed, or until a remove curse spell or similar magic is cast on that student. If
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
their characters, read or paraphrase the following boxed text to them: As Gargenhale bellows a curse at the dwindling stern of his ship, Flinch approaches the vampirate captain with glazed eyes and a
Second Wind, characters must use their own magic to pursue the Last Breath before it disappears inside the cosmic storm. If the characters have no such magic but Topolah is present, she casts a fly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
) on the ossuary level. Two mezzoloths guard the stairs. Gideon Lightward is also present here if one of his undead servants warned him of the characters’ intrusion. Otherwise, the characters
up the stairs: a fiendish giant scorpion trailed by five dretches. In response, the mezzoloths (and Gideon, if present) ignore the characters completely, focusing all their attacks on the scorpion and