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Dark Gift Feat (Prerequisite: Ravenloft Campaign)
Deathly power resides within you, bursting out at the slightest provocation. You gain the following features.
Death Touch. You learn the Chill
classes
Xanathar's Guide to Everything
Your patron is a powerful being of the Upper Planes. You have bound yourself to an ancient empyrean, solar, ki-rin, unicorn, or other entity that resides in the planes of everlasting bliss. Your pact
desire to wander that paradise for the rest of your days. But you know that your mission is among mortals for now, and that your pact binds you to bring light to the dark places of the world.
Celestial
Spells
Xanathar's Guide to Everything
Uttering a dark incantation, you summon a devil from the Nine Hells. You choose the devil’s type, which must be one of challenge rating 6 or lower, such as a barbed devil or a bearded devil
if it thinks it can prevail, or trying to tempt you to undertake an evil act in exchange for limited service. The DM has the creature’s statistics.
On each of your turns, you can try to issue a
feats
Dark Gift Feat (Prerequisite: Ravenloft Campaign)
A second being resides within your body, offering knowledge and assistance while furthering its own agenda. You gain the following features
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
unquestioned, and impress those on the lookout for wealthy patrons. You are welcome in the Upper City and may stay there after dark without being harassed or evicted. Your word is accepted over others&rsquo
: Retainers
If your character has a noble background, you may select this background feature instead of Position of Privilege.
You have the service of three retainers loyal to your family. These retainers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within
Domain Features Har’Akir is known for the following features: Distant Pharaoh. The people of Har’Akir know their ruler is an immortal who resides in the golden mountain called Pharaoh’s Rest. Only
or deluded priests oversee all aspects of society in these gods’ and the pharaoh’s names. Preserved Dead. Akirrans mummify their dead so the pharaoh might call them to service. It is a crime to burn the dead.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
Sir Ursas The warrior Sir Ursas strikes an imposing figure—a massive, muscular warrior with one arm replaced with a grizzly bear’s paw grafted at the elbow. He grows his dark hair long and shaggy
honorable knight he presents himself as. He is secretly a warrior in the service of Bel, and has sworn vengeance against all those who would oppose Bel and the archdevil’s struggle to reclaim Avernus
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
28. Private Chapel The temple’s high priest resides in these small quarters, which contain a bed, personal effects, ceremonial robes, and religious instruments of office. A fireplace along the
lawful evil male human warlock of the fiend) is here when the characters arrive, praying before the fireplace. With the loss of the sculptors in Thessalar’s service, he believes the temple has lost favor
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
return for some service or future favor. If a character already has a Dark Gift, accepting such a bargain causes them to lose their current Dark Gift and gain a new one. A Dark Gift gained as a result
Dark Bargains Characters who don’t have a Dark Gift might gain one in the course of their adventures. At the DM’s discretion, sinister forces might contact a character and offer them a Dark Gift in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
, The Canopic Being was relocated to the library’s vaults, where it currently resides. The book is the record of a ritual that allows the transplanting of a mummy lord’s organs into living vessels to
forge a dark connection between donor and recipient. The end of the book contains a list of those recipients—which includes the names of all the characters.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
businesses. Besides the King’s Dark Lanterns, some of Khorvaire’s more prominent espionage agencies include the following groups: Argentum. The Argentum is a ministry within the Church of the Silver
of its existence, and hardly any of its lower-level operatives realize the full implication of their service. They simply collect and pass along information, never knowing how it is used. The Trust
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
. Trobriand’s Body The body of a frail man in dark robes lies atop a stone slab near the south wall. The man has long, wavy hair and a thick beard the color of iron, and he wears a metal ring on the
body is an empty vessel, and Trobriand is unaware of what’s happening to it while his spirit resides elsewhere. Destroying this body prevents Trobriand’s spirit from returning to it when the spirit is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
dwarf kings of Delzoun, seeking glory and treasure. Rogues prowl the dark alleyways of teeming cities such as Neverwinter and Baldur’s Gate. Clerics in the service of gods wield mace and spell, 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 kings, queens, heroes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Dark Forces Dragons and demons are just a few of the dangerous forces at work in the world. The daelkyr came to Eberron from the Plane of Madness. They came with armies of aberrations — forces
tales, the Dreaming Dark is an alliance of nightmare spirits from the plane of Dal Quor, fiends that feed on mortal fear and manipulate through dreams. Some stories say the Dreaming Dark can possess
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
structured around Mogis as the party’s patron can be challenging, and all players must agree to play characters in service to the god of slaughter. You should work to create a narrative that
fealty. As the characters become immersed in their plans for vengeance, Mogis, acting through his agents, pushes them farther down a dark path until, at last, they realize what they have become. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within
Har’Akir Domain of the Ancient Dead
Darklord: Ankhtepot
Genre: Dark fantasy
Hallmarks: Ancient tombs, desert perils, lost gods, mummies
Mist Talismans: Canopic jar, lapis lazuli scarab
Har’Akir. Here, past splendors lie forgotten, and the living bow in service to the mummified god-king, Ankhtepot. From a golden pyramid in the City of the Dead, Ankhtepot reigns as speaker for the gods
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Vizeran once kept bound minor demons and humanoid slaves in his service. Vizeran banished the demons with the arrival of the demon lords in the Underdark, fearing some hidden connection between the
preparations for the archmage’s dark ritual. Grin Ousstyl doesn’t speak directly of that latter fate, saying only that Vizeran’s work can be hard on his assistants.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rrakkma
the age and experience of your audience should be liberally exercised. Creatures/NPCs An eidolon of the former high priest of this temple resides within the central sacred statue of this chamber. The
means blood on the altar to its dark and forgotten deity. Playing the Pillars COMBAT
When combat begins, the eidolon animates the sacred statue in the center of the chamber and attacks the adventurers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
individual in question is bound to the patron’s service. A warlock might take advantage of such a mark, claiming it as proof of one’s pact, or might want to keep it under wraps (if possible) to avoid the
on your face appears in a different place. 3 You display outward symptoms of a disease but suffer no ill effects from it. 4 Your tongue is an unnatural color. 5 You have a vestigial tail. 6 Your nose glows in the dark.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
hauling water barrels, operating the lift, cleaning any or all parts of the outpost (whether they need it or not), emptying chamber pots, food preparation and service, washing dishes, and laundry. The
prisoners are also given cruel or pointless tasks to occupy them, and for the dark elves’ amusement. Such labors include moving or stacking rocks, coiling ropes, and organizing supplies, with prisoners
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
When Elves Attack The characters have time to take a short rest before trouble catches up to them and Captain Sartell presses them into service. At the end of the characters’ short rest, read: The
look friendly. Best ready yourselves for a fight.”
The astral elf vessel is a star moth called the Dark Star. It is crewed by three astral elf warriors—Captain Azmadian (lawful evil), Lieutenant
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer
confrontations with Deneith leaders in the waking world, but eventually the inquisitives must fight the quori in the dream world of Dal Quor. Dreaming Dark Agents Anyone can be seduced into the service of
The Dreaming Dark The sinister and mysterious Dreaming Dark—a metaphysical force trying to prolong the current age of despair and violence—seeks to extend its reach toward Khorvaire. Over a century
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
Horrors Terrifying evils stalk, fly, and scuttle in the dark corners of Ravnica, from the depths of the undercity to the blackest parts of the night sky. Collectively, these creatures are called
horrors — a variety of things that lurk in the dark and embody the deepest fears of Ravnica’s people. All are evil creatures with dim reason and preternatural cunning. At least three guilds have been
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
, scrubbing flagstones, and other mundane activities. Dark Tidings. With a successful DC 12 Intelligence (Investigation) or Wisdom (Perception) check made to quietly search or inspect the area, a character
how only service to the monastery can keep it aloft. In addition, the original metal of the structures here has been melted and reworked in many places into a preponderance of leering skulls. With a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
control of any investigation and to command the service of any guard or sentinel. Typically the Citadel leaves the daily chores of law enforcement (including the conflicts between the criminal
made up of these four divisions: The King’s Dark Lanterns gather intelligence and engage in covert operations. The King’s Shields protect the royal family and its closest associates. The King’s Swords
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
the fallen dwarf kings of Delzoun, looking for glory and treasure. Rogues prowl the dark alleyways of teeming cities such as Neverwinter and Baldur’s Gate. Clerics wield mace and spell in the service of
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Appendix B: Gods of the Multiverse Religion is an important part of life in the worlds of the D&D multiverse. When gods walk the world, clerics channel divine power, evil cults perform dark
can choose a single deity for your character to serve, worship, or pay lip service to. Or you can pick a few that your character prays to most often. Or just make a mental note of the gods who are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
service by transforming him them into the eidolon that still resides here. If the characters desecrate any part of the temple, including tampering with or examining the statue’s gemstone eyes, the eidolon
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
and attack as soon as the characters enter. The undead do not pursue fleeing characters beyond the 300-foot hemisphere of dark energy that surrounds the rift. The Rift A pulsating light composed of
the ocean’s perils, all preserved by the rift’s dark magic. The hollow to the north is the access point to the ancient evil that has imbued the Pit of Hatred with its sinister aura. Tammeraut’s captain
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
who serve Yurtrus and Shargaas. Some are sent forth into the cities dominated by humans, on dark missions. Beware them.
— Elminster
Search, Destroy, Repeat
When a tribe is on the move, orc
their savagery. Green dragons, for instance, sometimes use orcs as sentinels or shock troops. Orcs are sometimes attracted to the service of frost giants or fire giants, who then “reward&rdquo
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
spell to provide the best service they possibly can and appear happy while they work. Most of these individuals are former patrons. Upon entry into Infernal Rapture, guests are escorted to a private
an achievable objective, if the customer is of good alignment and inclined to take direction from the chatty barber. Burney is, in fact, an ancient copper dragon named Balarystul. Burney resides in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Symbiotic Being A second being resides within your body along with you. It manifests physically somewhere on you and relies on you for its survival. At the same time, it offers you knowledge and
, it might strive to interfere with you. There is no way to be rid of the symbiote while you have this Dark Gift. Even if you go to drastic lengths, such as severing the part of your body where the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
friendship with Boranel by seizing land from Breland. However, rumors persist that Oargev plans to secede, and the King’s Dark Lanterns frequently send agents into New Cyre to keep an eye on anti-Brelish
sentiment. Oargev wisely views Boranel as an ally, but knows Breland could be a threat. Q’barra. Aside from New Cyre, the largest population of Cyran refugees resides in Q’barra. Oargev has invited these
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
dark lord of Nessus, strives to subjugate the cosmos to satisfy his thirst for power. To do so, he must continually expand his infernal armies, sending his servants to the mortal realm to corrupt the
ever sample true power, which they crave like the sweetest ambrosia. Dark Dealers and Soul Mongers. Devils are confined to the Lower Planes, but they can travel beyond those planes by way of portals
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
. All dark elves constantly watch for signs of her favor. Any incident or physical feature can be interpreted as such a sign, and priestesses are quick to attach meanings to obscure omens that benefit
their own interests. All this effort to please Lolth is a wise precaution. Though she resides in the Abyss, the Spider Queen isn’t a distant god. She sometimes tests her most faithful by drawing their