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water, allowing it to be used five times.Hobgoblins are large goblinoids with dark orange or red-orange skin. A hobgoblin measures virtue by physical strength and martial prowess, caring about nothing except skill and cunning in battle.

Martial Advantage. Once per turn, the hobgoblin can deal an extra 7 (2d6);{"diceNotation":"2d6","rollType":"roll","rollAction":"Martial Advantage"} damage to a creature it hits with a weapon attack

Genasi Legacy

Species Elemental Evil Player's Companion

into the mortal world. They adapt well to the mingled elements of the Material Plane, and they sometimes visit—whether of their own volition or compelled by magic. Some genies can adopt mortal

entire lives without encountering another one of their kind. There are no great genasi cities or empires. Genasi seldom have communities of their own and typically adopt the cultures and societies into

Feral Tiefling

Species Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

. 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

reflect their fiendish heritage. And some younger tieflings, striving to find a place in the world, adopt a name that signifies a virtue or other concept and then try to embody that concept. For some

Ancient Sapphire Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

to help protect the territory surrounding their lairs. Martial Hoards Sapphire dragons’ favorite prizes are weapons and armor, records of military history and tactics, and magic items that

the lair. Cobweb-Choked Tunnels. Adventurers who manage to access the other side of the cave’s crystal walls discover a network of dark, cobweb-choked tunnels extending deep into the earth, set

Adult Sapphire Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

surrounding their lairs. Martial Hoards Sapphire dragons’ favorite prizes are weapons and armor, records of military history and tactics, and magic items that protect against psychic damage or mental

manage to access the other side of the cave’s crystal walls discover a network of dark, cobweb-choked tunnels extending deep into the earth, set with natural steps and shelves throughout. The

Hobgoblin Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

are large goblinoids with dark orange or red-orange skin. A hobgoblin measures virtue by physical strength and martial prowess, caring about nothing except skill and cunning in battle.

Martial Advantage. Once per turn, the hobgoblin can deal an extra 7 (2d6);{"diceNotation":"2d6","rollType":"roll","rollAction":"Martial Advantage"} damage to a creature it hits with a weapon attack

Targor Bloodsword Legacy

Monsters Lost Mine of Phandelver

large goblinoids with dark orange or red-orange skin. A hobgoblin measures virtue by physical strength and martial prowess, caring about nothing except skill and cunning in battle.

Martial Advantage. Once per turn, the hobgoblin can deal an extra 7 (2d6);{"diceNotation":"2d6","rollType":"roll","rollAction":"Martial Advantage"} damage to a creature it hits with a weapon attack

Elf Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

have been known to retreat from intrusions into their woodland homes, confident that they can simply wait the invaders out. But when the need arises, elves reveal a stern martial side, demonstrating

they find careers that let them travel freely and set their own pace. Elves also enjoy exercising their martial prowess or gaining greater magical power, and adventuring allows them to do so. Some

Fighter

classes Basic Rules (2014)

be Constitution, or Intelligence if you plan to adopt the Eldritch Knight martial archetype. Second, choose the soldier background. The Fighter Table Level ProficiencyBonus

, some on fighting with two weapons at once, and some on augmenting their martial skills with magic. This combination of broad general ability and extensive specialization makes fighters superior

Tiefling Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

. 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

reflect their fiendish heritage. And some younger tieflings, striving to find a place in the world, adopt a name that signifies a virtue or other concept and then try to embody that concept. For some

Firbolg Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

of friendship with them, as long as the outsiders vow to safeguard the forest. If the settlers clearly display evil intentions, however, the firbolgs martial their strength and magic for a single

adopt elven names when they must deal with outsiders, although the concept of names strikes them as strange. They know the animals and plants of the forest without formal names, and instead identify the

Quick Build

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

archery (or finesse weapons). Your next-highest score should be Constitution, or Intelligence if you plan to adopt the Eldritch Knight martial archetype. Second, choose the soldier background. The

Fighter Level Proficiency Bonus Features 1st +2 Fighting Style, Second Wind 2nd +2 Action Surge (one use) 3rd +2 Martial Archetype 4th +2 Ability Score Improvement 5th +3 Extra Attack 6th +3

Creating a Fighter

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

Intelligence if you plan to adopt the Eldritch Knight martial archetype. Second, choose the soldier background. Level Proficiency Bonus Features 1st +2 Fighting Style, Second Wind

2nd +2 Action Surge (one use) 3rd +2 Martial Archetype 4th +2 Ability Score Improvement 5th +3 Extra Attack 6th +3 Ability Score Improvement 7th +3 Martial

Paladin Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

skills of combat, mastering a variety of weapons and armor. Even so, their martial skills are secondary to the magical power they wield: power to heal the sick and injured, to smite the wicked and the

, an impenitent paladin might be forced to abandon this class and adopt another, or perhaps to take the Oathbreaker paladin option that appears in the Dungeon Master’s Guide. Class Features As a paladin, you gain the following class features.

Hobgoblins

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

conquer, Their children our slaves. Acheron! Acheron! Victory is ours! — Translation of a Hobgoblin War Chant Hobgoblins have dark orange or red-orange skin, and hair ranging from dark red

-brown to dark gray. Yellow or dark brown eyes peer out beneath their beetling brows, and their wide mouths sport sharp and yellowed teeth. A male hobgoblin might have a large blue or red nose, which

Chapter 3: Character Classes

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

elements. Then join the Circle of the... Land to draw on the magic of the environment. Moon to adopt powerful animal forms. Sea to channel tides and storms. Stars to gain powers in a starry form

to employ shadows for subterfuge. The Elements to wield elemental power. The Open Hand to master unarmed combat. Paladin. Smite foes and shield allies with divine and martial might. Then swear

Chapter 3: Character Classes (Continued)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

foes. Druid. Channel nature magic to heal, shape-shift, and control the elements. Then join the Circle of the... Land to draw on the magic of the environment. Moon to adopt powerful animal

. Paladin. Smite foes and shield allies with divine and martial might. Then swear the Oath of... Devotion to emulate the angels of justice. Glory to reach the heights of heroism. The Ancients to

Malar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

Malar The Beastlord, the Black-Blooded One Malar epitomizes the dark side of nature, the world that is red in tooth and claw. His faithful believe the hunt is the center point between life and death

a hunt. Such supplicants pray to Malar for two reasons: to beg the aid of his peerless skill as a hunter, or to adopt his fearsome mantle and thus ward off other predators. Malar is the god of those

Voyage to Stormwreck Isle

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Intro to Stormwreck Isle

, and dark clouds overhead threaten a violent storm. Show the players the illustration of their ship at sea. As lightning flashes across the sky, a monster hauls itself up onto the deck! Show the

players the illustration of the merrow and adopt a different voice for it. You can use any voice you like, but try to sound intimidating! Read this text in the merrow’s voice: “These waters belong to the Scaled Queen. I’m here to collect her tribute.”

Mror Characters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

Mror Characters As you develop a Mror character or NPC, consider the following: Clan Focus. The dwarf clan is the heart of Mror culture. Is your clan known for mercantile power or martial skill? Are

you a noble—even if you’re a few steps removed from true power? Or are you a guild artisan or soldier? Most Mror have embraced modern martial techniques, but a few minor clans still cling to barbarian

Shadow Demon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

destroyed demons’ evil. They usually vaguely resemble their former shapes, but some take purposefully deceptive shapes. Many lurk in dark places or venture out only at night to hide their true forms from

fiendish entities each think they’re the true manifestation of their past self and hunt one another to recover their power. In rare cases, Fiends other than demons might adopt forms similar to shadow

Sovereigns

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

hands of anyone who holds a weapon. He embodies courage, strength, and martial skill. Kol Korran is the Sovereign of World and Wealth. He guards travelers and guides traders. Although the Trickery domain

is suggested for his clerics, Kol Korran guides fair negotiation; those driven solely by greed prefer the Keeper of the Dark Six. Olladra is the Sovereign of Feast and Fortune. She is the giver of

Noteworthy Features

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Casques Silencieux, enacts martial law and quarantines whole cities. The government organizes no food or medical aid for quarantined communities, leaving residents to contend as best they can. Richemulot’s

CHARACTERS The people of Richemulot know how unexpectedly death can arrive. The domain is predominantly populated by humans and halflings with dark hair colors and various rich skin tones, many of

Aftermath of the Last War

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

Aftermath of the Last War Karrnath has always been a martial nation, and its people remain vigilant. Early in the war, King Kaius I instituted the Code of Kaius, a strict set of laws and limits

point to the power of its undead troops. The traditionalists claim that the dark magic of the Seekers caused famines and plagues, crippling Karrnath and forcing it to rely on the undead. The Blood of Vol

College of Swords

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

the scimitar. If you’re proficient with a simple or martial melee weapon, you can use it as a spellcasting focus for your bard spells. Fighting Style At 3rd level, you adopt a style of fighting as

damage of the second attack. Blade Flourish At 3rd level, you learn to perform impressive displays of martial prowess and speed. Whenever you take the Attack action on your turn, your walking speed

Attack on the Great Library

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

Avowed acolytes slain during the attack were killed using martial arts. Their bruises and broken bones are evidence of powerful unarmed strikes. Speak with dead spells cast on the slain acolytes yield

descriptions of the two killers: a dark-haired woman in her late thirties or early forties, her face marred by a thin scar, and an attractive silver-haired man in his thirties. Both killers wore simple

Chapter 3: Classes

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

Chapter 3: Classes Adventurers are extraordinary people, driven by a thirst for excitement into a life that others would never dare lead. They are heroes, compelled to explore the dark places of the

continuing to advance as a barbarian. Elves are known to combine martial mastery with magical training and advance as fighters and wizards simultaneously. Optional rules for combining classes in this

Way of the Open Hand

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

Way of the Open Hand Monks of the Way of the Open Hand are the ultimate masters of martial arts combat, whether armed or unarmed. They learn techniques to push and trip their opponents, manipulate ki

lands with an Asian cultural flavor, such as Shou Lung far to the east of the Forgotten Realms, these monasteries are associated with philosophical traditions and martial arts practice. The Iron Hand

Subclasses

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

a martial arts tradition inspired by the swaying of a drunkard Monk Way of the Kensei 3rd Channels ki through a set of mastered weapons Monk Way of the Sun Soul 3rd Transforms ki into bursts of fire

who refuse mercy or righteousness Ranger Gloom Stalker 3rd Unafraid of the dark, relentlessly stalks and ambushes foes Ranger Horizon Walker 3rd Finds portals to other worlds and channels planar

A Bard's Muse

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

versatility. Others adopt a more personal approach to their art, driven by their attachment to a muse — a particular concept that inspires much of what those bards do in front of an audience. A bard who

, its roots delving into the dark unknown to draw forth the power of the earth, while its branches reach toward the sun to nourish their flowers and fruit. Nature is the ancient witness who has seen

Bladesinging

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

bladesinger uses a series of intricate, elegant maneuvers that fend off harm and allow the bladesinger to channel magic into devastating attacks and a cunning defense. Training in War and Song When you adopt

Starting at 14th level, you add your Intelligence modifier (minimum of +1) to the damage of your melee weapon attacks while your Bladesong is active. BLADESINGER STYLES From its inception as a martial

Battle Smith

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

, and after the Last War, these artificers led efforts to aid those who were injured in the war’s horrific battles. Tool Proficiency When you adopt this specialization at 3rd level, you gain proficiency

shield 17th banishing smite, mass cure wounds Battle Ready When you reach 3rd level, your combat training and your experiments with magic have paid off in two ways: You gain proficiency with martial

Sapphire Dragon Lairs

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

the cave’s crystal walls discover a network of dark, cobweb-choked tunnels extending deep into the earth, set with natural steps and shelves throughout. The dragon spends little time in this part of

of a martial order known as the Knights of the Crescent Moon, who had fought beholders in an ancient war. Bleucorundum found the knights held in stasis, awaiting the day they would be called upon to

Possible Visions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

Lord. A deep gnome spurned by others of his kind weeps as he wanders the dark tunnels, talking to the things that crawl and seep from the walls. You see him adopt two slick patches of ooze, sensing his

, and through them come horrific fiends that scream, shriek, and howl as they are wrenched from the Abyss and cast into the Underdark. A woman’s deep, dark laugh echoes in your mind as the drow wizard

College of Whispers

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

has no hint that you tried to frighten it. Once you use this feature, you can’t use it again until you finish a short or long rest. Mantle of Whispers At 6th level, you gain the ability to adopt a

capture another one with it until you finish a short or long rest. Shadow Lore At 14th level, you gain the ability to weave dark magic into your words and tap into a creature’s deepest fears. As an

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