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Storm King's Thunder
Dark Devotion. The fanatic has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened.
Spellcasting. The fanatic is a 4th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC
","rollAction":"Stone Club","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage.Fanatics are often part of a cult's leadership, using their charisma and dogma to influence and prey on those of weak will. Most are interested in personal power above all else.
Monsters
Candlekeep Mysteries
Dark Devotion. Ram Sugar has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened.
Spellcasting. Ram Sugar is a 4th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC 11
half as much damage on a successful one.Fanatics are often part of a cultâs leadership, using their charisma and dogma to influence and prey on those of weak will. Most are interested in personal power above all else.Fire
Monsters
The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
start of her turn.
Witchcraft. Iggwilv uses Spellcasting or Fey Step.
Dark Speech (Costs 2 Actions). Iggwilv utters a phrase in a forbidden language and targets one or two creatures she can see within
60 feet of her. Each target must succeed on a DC 22 Wisdom saving throw or take 11 (2d10);{"diceNotation":"2d10","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Dark Speech","rollDamageType":"psychic"} psychic
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
Queen, who rules from a castle called Dynnistan. It isnât known whether these legends are based on any true experience or are simply the result of imagination trying to account for a terrifying and
called lich-knights or fell horsemen.
In stark contrast to the knights of Eldraine, the deathless riders are without virtue of any kind. They are few in numberâunless many more lurk in the dark
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
family, based in the town of Longsaddle. Cold and dispassionate, she took to magic only a decade ago in her late forties and is skilled in the arcane tradition of necromancy. She has a lifelong struggle
âa nervous disorder that manifests as trembling. It can affect her balance and her stride, but she has learned to cast her spells unimpeded by it.
Despite her firm grasp of the dark arts, she
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
increases in size, along with anything he is wearing or carrying. While enlarged, Xardorok is Large, doubles his damage dice on Strength-based weapon attacks (included in his attacks), and makes
the Spine of the World. In the guise of Deep Duerra, the duergar god of conquest, the archdevil Asmodeus visited Xardorok and urged him to conquer Icewind Dale, beginning with Ten-Towns.
Dark
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
, pausing to reflect after (or sometimes in the middle of) each utterance.
2
I am more interested in the shiny baubles people carry than in anything they have to say.
3
I think of ships as
. The waterâs edge on the map represents the lip of the shelf, which descends to a dark plain twelve hundred feet below.
Coral Reef. The rocky cliff side depicts the contours of a coral reef that
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
the lair.
Cobweb-Choked Tunnels. Adventurers who manage to access the other side of the caveâs crystal walls discover a network of dark, cobweb-choked tunnels extending deep into the earth, set
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
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
manage to access the other side of the caveâs crystal walls discover a network of dark, cobweb-choked tunnels extending deep into the earth, set with natural steps and shelves throughout. The
Cult Fanatic
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Monsters
Basic Rules (2014)
Dark Devotion. The fanatic has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened.
Spellcasting. The fanatic is a 4th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC
":"damage","rollAction":"Dagger","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage.Fanatics are often part of a cult's leadership, using their charisma and dogma to influence and prey on those of weak will. Most are interested in personal power above all else.
Monsters
Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
Dark Devotion. The elder monk has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened.
Spellcasting. The elder monk is a 4th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell
halved when firing through smoke or fog.Fanatics are often part of a cultâs leadership, using their charisma and dogma to influence and prey on those of weak will. Most are interested in personal power above all else.
Yuan-ti Pureblood
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
; Elminster
The serpent creatures known as yuan-ti are all that remains of an ancient, decadent human empire. Ages ago their dark gods taught them profane, cannibalistic rituals to mix their flesh
with that of snakes, producing a caste-based society of hybrids in which the most snakelike are the leaders and the most humanlike are spies and agents in foreign lands.
Humans Transformed
The
Orc
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
numbers. Theirs is a life that has no place for weakness, and every warrior must be strong enough to take what is needed by force. Orcs arenât interested in treaties, trade negotiations or
who serve Yurtrus and Shargaas. Some are sent forth into the cities dominated by humans, on dark missions. Beware them.
â Elminster
Search, Destroy, Repeat
When a tribe is on the move, orc
Backgrounds
Guildmastersâ Guide to Ravnica
conception of the Izzet League is based on mad inventions, dangerous experiments, and explosive blasts. Much of that perception is accurate, but the league is also involved with mundane tasks of
Azorius inspector seems interested in my work.
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I was ready to join the Boros before I decided on Izzet, and I sometimes still hear from the sergeant who tried to recruit me.
3
One of my
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
are interested in joining the Mages of High Sorcery, skip this section. The characters can easily find Wyhanâs Apothecary. Foggy windows obscure a selection of charms and occult trappings for sale
tables displaying good-luck charms, odd animal bones, and vials advertising various remedies. At the rear of the shop, a human woman with raven hair and a dark dress with feathered, winglike sleeves
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a1
to the players as necessary to get them interested in journeying to the dungeon site. Going for Glory. You are eager to make a name for yourself. The legend of the Sunless Citadel is well known locally
, and stories indicate it is a place that holds promise for those intent on discovery, glory, and treasure! Rescue Mission. Another party of adventurers, locally based, delved into the Sunless Citadel
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
spirits called gwishin. People. Humans and dragonborn are the most populous folk in Yeonido. Humans from Yeonido are primarily dark-haired and dark-eyed, and dragonborn have colorings based on their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Dark Lady. Although based on a faulty premise, this side trek is hardly a waste of time for the characters. If they play their cards right, they can obtain a historical perspective on Elemental Evil that only Nurvureem can provide.
Background The Dark Lady â a nickname for Nurvureem often whispered in shuddering fear â received a delegation of elemental cultists months ago. They came seeking the Dark Ladyâs aid. Nurvureem not
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
side of the windmill. The windmillâs interior is dark, gloomy, and filled with wooden gears and cogs that help turn the millstone. Two goblins named Longo and Yek are climbing among the rafters near
the roof, roughly 25 feet above the floor. They heckle intruders and shoot arrows at them while enjoying half cover against ranged attacks made from below. Treasure. Longo and Yek are more interested in having fun than searching for treasure. They each carry a pouch that holds 1d6 cp.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Symbol The Hexagram represents the entire pantheon of the Dark Six. The Deities of Eberron table lists the common symbols of the individual gods. However, since the Six arenât worshiped openly in
most of Khorvaire, each sect chooses a unique symbol based on the nature of their god. Followers of the Devourer might carry a sharkâs tooth or a piece of wood scorched in a wildfire. A Keeper cult might
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Yuan-ti: Snake People The serpent creatures known as yuan-ti are all that remains of an ancient, decadent human empire. Ages ago their dark gods taught them profane, cannibalistic rituals to mix
their flesh with that of snakes, producing a caste-based society of hybrids in which the most snakelike are the leaders and the most humanlike are spies and agents in foreign lands. Ye cannot goad one of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
merchant company based in the city of Yartar, over a hundred miles to the east. They ship finished goods to Phandalin and other small settlements throughout the region, but this outpost has been hard hit by
, all of which are for sale to interested buyers. (For prices, see âAdventuring Gearâ in the Basic Rules.) Linene has a few scruples, however, and wonât sell weapons to anyone she thinks might be a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
characters onward. The Dark Lady converses with the characters as long as sheâs interested in the information theyâre providing. When she concludes that the characters have nothing further to offer, the
without exposing herself to danger. The Dark Ladyâs image opens conversation by saying, âWelcome to Rundreth Manor.â The image ignores any attacks the characters make against it, although such interaction
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Other Elements Replace any mention of deities specific to the Forgotten Realms setting with appropriate Greyhawk deities. For example, the knights based in Summit Hall should be followers of
potential allies for a character who belongs to the right faction.) In addition, the Elder Elemental Eye might be an aspect of the imprisoned god Tharizdun, a dark power of destruction, entropy, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Cult Fanatic Fanatics are often part of a cultâs leadership, using their charisma and dogma to influence and prey on those of weak will. Most are interested in personal power above all else. Cult
(450 XP)
Dark Devotion. The fanatic has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened.
Spellcasting. The fanatic is a 4th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal
during its quiet hours. Even at such times, there are still a few prying eyes in the taproom, lurkers who carry news of the comings and goings from Undermountain to the Zhentarim, dark cults, criminal gangs, and other interested parties.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masterâs Guide
the kind of gemstones found, based on their value. You can roll once and assume all the gems are the same or roll multiple times to create mixed collections. 10 GP Gemstones 1d12 Stone 1 Azurite
(light and dark blue with yellow flecks) 7 Malachite (striated light and dark green) 8 Moss agate (pink or yellow white with mossy gray or green markings) 9 Obsidian (black) 10 Rhodochrosite (light pink
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
their lives, humiliate their rivals, and figure out what to wear to the Crystalfall dance. You can play up the humor in this scenario, but it can be just as dark as Callestan if you choose. A Morgrave
use story-based advancement instead of standard XP. Level advancement could be based on time: player characters gain one level each semester, leveling up after finals. Alternately, advancement could
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
artificer or a wizard, are you interested in studying its effects more closely⊠might you even hope to unravel its mysteries yourself? Do you see it solely as a tragedy, or do you hope that this awesome
that you may be increasing the power of the Mourning with each spell you cast? As a warlock your patron could be interested in the Mourning and drive you to learn more about it. Your patron could even
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
the character is in Baldurâs Gate â though, at the DMâs discretion, they might have applicable effects in situations similar to those in Baldurâs Gate. These location-based features do not replace
, or as many of them as you wish to take. The âDark Secretsâ section presents a crime or sin that might force a party together or underlie their deeds. Once players have sorted out their individual
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldurâs Gate Gazetteer
the character is in Baldurâs Gate â though, at the DMâs discretion, they might have applicable effects in situations similar to those in Baldurâs Gate. These location-based features do not replace
, or as many of them as you wish to take. The âDark Secretsâ section presents a crime or sin that might force a party together or underlie their deeds. Once players have sorted out their individual
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
dwell in the deep, or you could be a warlock whoâs forged a pact with a Great Old One patron, one of the dark powers in the depths. Pride in Possessions. From the wealthiest clan lord to the humblest
miner, the Mror take great pride in their possessions. Quality is more important than appearance, and you are interested in the history of the items you carry. If you find a magic weapon, you want to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
.
If youâre interested in exploring this, the Inheritor background feature provides a token that might be passed on from a previous character. Perhaps itâs a signature tool, a journal, or a dormant (or
misplaced) magic item. Work with your DM to detail this inheritance and how it can factor into future adventures.
A knight of the Circle takes up her ancestorsâ sacred charge to challenge the dark.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
blurred. This can be dangerous, with dark forces creeping in from the plane known as the Endless Night. But itâs also allowed the elves to perform feats of necromancy unmatched in Eberron. Among the Aereni
the shifting balance of the planes and the path of the Draconic Prophecy. While necromancy is a pillar of Aereni society, it isnât the dark force youâre used to. The deathless undead of Aerenal are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Kingâs Dark Lanterns The Kingâs Dark Lanterns is the intelligence division of the Kingâs Citadel, an organization sworn to defend Breland from its enemies and dispense justice in the name of King
prevent national secrets from falling into the hands of rival intelligence agencies. The Dark Lanterns also have an unwritten license to eliminate any creature that threatens their nation, its sovereign