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and earnest debate, he demonstrates an equal flair for planning and forethought, mad combat moves (involving leaping off high places whenever possible), and dark vengeance.
Viari's career as an
adventurer was nearly cut short during a battle of which the bards still sing. Unleashing a devastating attack with the aptly named Apocalypse Dagger, the rogue destroyed a giant single-handedly â and lost
Tiefling
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Basic Rules (2014)
stares and whispers, to suffer violence and insult on the street, to see mistrust and fear in every eye: this is the lot of the tiefling. And to twist the knife, tieflings know that this is because a
. Their skin tones cover the full range of human coloration, but also include various shades of red. Their hair, cascading down from behind their horns, is usually dark, from black or brown to dark red
Species
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
stares and whispers, to suffer violence and insult on the street, to see mistrust and fear in every eye: this is the lot of the tiefling. And to twist the knife, tieflings know that this is because a
. Their skin tones cover the full range of human coloration, but also include various shades of red. Their hair, cascading down from behind their horns, is usually dark, from black or brown to dark red
Criminal / Spy
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Backgrounds
Basic Rules (2014)
.
Skill Proficiencies: Deception, Stealth
Tool Proficiencies: One type of gaming set, thievesâ tools
Equipment: A crowbar, a set of dark common clothes including a hood, and a pouch
I canât do it.
8
I blow up at the slightest insult.
d6
Ideal
1
Honor. I donât steal from others in the trade. (Lawful)
2
Freedom. Chains are meant to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
completely reasonable and plausible explanation. Singing songs and strumming lutes might be fine for most bards. Who doesnât like a rousing shanty now and then? But standing in a crowded tavern playing for
copper pieces tossed by commoners isnât for everyone â and it certainly isnât for bards in the Acq Inc world. The power and magic tied up in the voice of a franchise bard is meant for greater things
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
against the terrifying powers that threaten the land. Wizards plunder the ruins of the fallen Netherese empire, delving into secrets too dark for the light of day. Bards sing of kings, queens, heroes
dwarf kings of Delzoun, seeking glory and treasure. Rogues prowl the dark alleyways of teeming cities such as Neverwinter and Baldurâs Gate. Clerics in the service of gods wield mace and spell, questing
Backgrounds
Baldurâs Gate: Descent into Avernus
type of gaming set, thievesâ tools
Equipment: A crowbar, a set of dark common clothes including a hood, and a pouch containing 15 gp
Criminal Origins
Criminals are pervasive in Baldur
attention to the risks in a situation. Never tell me the odds.
7
The best way to get me to do something is to tell me I canât do it.
8
I blow up at the slightest insult.
d6
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
. âI remember every insult Iâve received and nurse a silent resentment toward anyone whoâs ever wronged meâ could cause significant problems when the character nurses a grudge against a god. A tragic
flaw can also be supernatural in nature. A hermit who harbors âdark, bloodthirsty thoughts that my isolation and meditation failed to quellâ might have a sinister connection to the vicious god Mogis
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
feet. Darkvision. Accustomed to twilit forests and the night sky, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in
is rich and varied, and their songs and poems are famous among other races. Many bards learn their language so they can add Elvish ballads to their repertoires. Subrace. Ancient divides among the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
their gods, questing against the terrifying powers that threaten the land. Wizards plunder the ruins of the fallen Netherese empire, delving into secrets too dark for the light of day. Bards sing of
the fallen dwarf kings of Delzoun, looking for glory and treasure. Rogues prowl the dark alleyways of teeming cities such as Neverwinter and Baldurâs Gate. Clerics wield mace and spell in the service of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
feet. Darkvision. Accustomed to twilit forests and the night sky, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in
is rich and varied, and their songs and poems are famous among other races. Many bards learn their language so they can add Elvish ballads to their repertoires. Subrace. Ancient divides among the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
College of Whispers Most folk are happy to welcome a bard into their midst. Bards of the College of Whispers use this to their advantage. They appear to be like other bards, sharing news, singing
songs, and telling tales to the audiences they gather. In truth, the College of Whispers teaches its students that they are wolves among sheep. These bards use their knowledge and magic to uncover
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
several sculptors from Thessalarâs temple to help construct his tomb, with false promises of vast salaries. To add insult to injury, Moghadam then sent back a party of mercenary thieves and a master
Thessalarâs experiments, but were captured. The gemsmith Seodra is now forced to labor for Thessalar, while the thieves are the subjects of dark experiments. All are desperate to escape.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
A Bardâs Muse Naturally, every bard has a repertoire of songs and stories. Some bards are generalists who can draw from a wide range of topics for each performance, and who take pride in their
versatility. Others adopt a more personal approach to their art, driven by their attachment to a muse â a particular concept that inspires much of what those bards do in front of an audience. A bard who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
city of Sharn, which is both the cultural heart of Breland and a nexus for intrigue and diplomacy. Bards have much to gain from the company of other bards, as they exchange news, stories, and songs
. For this purpose, long ago a group of the finest bards in Sharn founded the Circle of Song, an alliance of entertainers and adventurers. The Circle of Song is an informal organization, open to any
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
Kartakass Domain of Tarnished Dreams Darklord: Harkon Lukas Genres: Dark fantasy and gothic horror Hallmarks: Hidden identities, dangerous performances, exploitative ambitions, werewolves Mist
a way of life in this forested domain, with everyone from the bards of Skald to the actors of Emherst pursuing dazzling dreams. Here, the people live by a simple rule: never let an audience grow bored
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
more than harmless spectators. When the characters enter the cabin, read the following text: The cabin is full of buzzing flies. Seated in a dark corner behind a rickety kitchen table is whatâs
imparts the following information: Grave Theft. Two halflings dug up his grave in the dead of night and stole his Canaith mandolin (an instrument of the bards). Frody wants it back. (âIt was a gift
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurerâs Guide
watch over good folk in any forest, not matter how dark or cruel. When children are lost in the woods, people beseech Mielikki to protect them until they are found. Mielikki is the goddess of the forest
attract. She is the patron of rangers in the same way that Milil is the patron of bards, but even rangers rarely pray to her directly. They instead pray to Gwaeron Windstrom, who they believe will
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
where Abbathor comes in. The dwarvesâ attachment to their creations has a dark side: many of them fall victim to feelings of selfishness and greed. The culprit is Abbathor, the black sheep of the
experience â for all their long-winded rambling about lineage and tradition â dwarves are greedy and devious folk. I write this not to insult them in any way. I have found greed to be a useful motivator both for myself and my underlings, and I prize the trickery that some members of that race demonstrate.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Minions and Pets Although they are solitary by nature, hags sometimes feel the need for companionship. Usually one scratches this itch by acquiring servants she can insult and slap around as she
presence, becoming twisted versions of their former selves (in a dark fey sort of way), but still recognizable as what they once were. She might alter them with magic, making them tireless, resistant
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
, weighs close to 300 pounds, and is fashioned of dark, stained wood carved with images of harts and roses. Its taut strings are made of gut. A character who plays the harp and succeeds on a DC 15
doesnât appear again. If the characters attack the ghost, it attacks them in turn. Treasure The lute, though old and covered in dust, has survived the passage of time. It is a magic instrument of the bards called a Doss lute.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
potent threat in both dueling and earnest debate, he demonstrates an equal flair for planning and forethought, mad combat moves (involving leaping off high places whenever possible), and dark
vengeance. Viariâs career as an adventurer was nearly cut short during a battle of which the bards still sing. Unleashing a devastating attack with the aptly named Apocalypse Dagger, the rogue destroyed a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
. Skill Proficiencies: Deception, Stealth Tool Proficiencies: One type of gaming set, thievesâ tools Equipment: A crowbar, a set of dark common clothes including a hood, and a pouch containing 15 gp
situation. Never tell me the odds. 7 The best way to get me to do something is to tell me I canât do it. 8 I blow up at the slightest insult. d6 Ideal 1 Honor. I donât steal from others in the trade
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Zarielâs Wrath If the characters fail to redeem Zariel and donât make a deal with her (see âMaking a Deal with Zarielâ), she attacks. Her first goal is to destroy the adventurers who dared insult her
thereâs something in it for him and his dark queen.
White Abishai
While the head of Zariel would be a grand trophy, a trophy isnât enough to sway Arkhan. The characters must convince him that he can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
mound caps a high hill overlooking the surrounding countryside. The area around the barrow is still and charred. Burned trees reach like dark fingerbones from the bald earthen mound. Itâs noticeably
terrible insult among the Uthgardt. In this form, he is a revenant. Javor doesnât attack, and he is willing to briefly listen to the characters, whom he knows to be innocent of crimes against him. He
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
faithful of the dark god hide their true calling and live otherwise normal lives as dock workers, fishers, or sailors. For years, they gathered once a month at the temple to venerate the dark god through the
in the middle of a dark ceremony to raise the risk and the stakes. None of the cult members are dangerous to a party of the charactersâ level (see area T5 for statistics). But the presence of a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
. Skill Proficiencies: Deception, Stealth Tool Proficiencies: One type of gaming set, thievesâ tools Equipment: A crowbar, a set of dark common clothes including a hood, and a pouch containing 15 gp
situation. Never tell me the odds. 7 The best way to get me to do something is to tell me I canât do it. 8 I blow up at the slightest insult. d6 Ideal 1 Honor. I donât steal from others in the trade
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
necromantic arts, and seeking audiences with dark forces. The abbots of his temple confronted Bak Mei about his radical pursuits and demanded that he cease his activities. In response, he tried to stage a
be obeyed.â Bond. âI owe my life to Bak Mei. He took me in when my parents left me for dead.â Flaw. âMy pride wonât let me back down from a challenge or forgive any insult.â
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
in the decaying cavity. A typical Bedlam greeting involves spitting at anotherâs feetâpresuming the greeter is upwindâfollowed by a curt yet creative insult. An obsidian tower protrudes from the
the wake of the gate-townâs ceaseless gales. Nowhere is safe from the winds. Even when the gusts are dampened, their whispers slip through the cracks and magically encourage townsfolk to commit dark
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
of disappearance. M5. Backstage This rectangular space is stuffy, dark, and cluttered with large wooden set pieces and furniture. Props are scattered in disorganized piles, and a rack of dusty costumes
ballroomâs stage is filled with set pieces, props, and costumes. Treasure. Among the many other instruments stored here is Quillâs instrument of the bards (Cli lyre), which is kept in an ornate wooden case
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
least discretion. Bards and wizards are their most prominent members. Harpers operate in small cells throughout the North. One is based in Triboar: Darathra Shendrel, the Lord Protector, belongs to the
clear of Rundreth Manor and the Dark Lady who dwells there. Harpers also watch the ruined Halls of the Hunting Axe. The Order of the Gauntlet This faction is primarily a military organization made up
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
believe that their appearance derives from the primal fear inspired by fiendish creatures, while bards assert that panic, being such a repulsive emotion, is embodied by an equally ugly creature
a villain, that soul has been marked for dark deeds and an evil destiny.
screaming devilkin
Small fey, lawful evil
Armor Class 17 (natural armor)
Hit Points 18 (4d6 + 4)
Speed 0 ft., fly 40
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
dark, sloping tunnel.
This tunnel slopes down to area N6. A branching tunnel leads to area N5. N2: South Entrance This area is identical to the east entrance (area N1), except the tunnel slopes
kobold has a Pouch that contains 1d12 CP. N7: Molting Cave This cave lies hidden behind a secret door (see âLair Featuresâ). This dark cave has no other exits. Scattered over the floor are molted
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
Joster whoâs allowed to enter this area. Dark curtains cover the windows of this room, which looks like it might have been a chapel, though most of the decor is gone, leaving empty niches and pedestals. A
duration of the spell). Once the glyph is triggered, the trunk is safe to open. Treasure. The trunk contains, among personal items and clothing of little value, the instrument of the bards (Canaith mandolin
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
finish a long rest â a miracle celebrated by elves of all sorts except drow. (The DM decides whether an elf can manifest this miracle.) Dark elves find this ability to be terrifying and characterize
be with. Stories of Hanaliâs romantic adventures among elves and other mortals are perennial favorites when sung by elf bards and poets. In Arvandor, Hanali maintains a hidden pool called Evergold