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Spells
Player’s Handbook
You make an area within range magically secure. The area is a Cube that can be as small as 5 feet to as large as 100 feet on each side. The spell lasts for the duration.
When you cast the spell, you
area appears dark and foggy, preventing vision (including Darkvision) through it.
Sensors created by Divination spells can’t appear inside the protected area or pass through the barrier at its
Private Sanctum
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Spells
Basic Rules (2014)
You make an area within range magically secure. The area is a cube that can be as small as 5 feet to as large as 100 feet on each side. The spell lasts for the duration or until you use an action to
warded area.
The barrier of the warded area appears dark and foggy, preventing vision (including darkvision) through it.
Sensors created by divination spells can't appear inside the protected area or
Mordenkainen's Private Sanctum
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Player’s Handbook (2014)
You make an area within range magically secure. The area is a cube that can be as small as 5 feet to as large as 100 feet on each side. The spell lasts for the duration or until you use an action to
warded area.
The barrier of the warded area appears dark and foggy, preventing vision (including darkvision) through it.
Sensors created by divination spells can't appear inside the protected area or
feats
Dark Gift Feat (Prerequisite: Ravenloft Campaign)
There is another side of you that most people never see: a beast, a terrifying avenger, or a walking nightmare. You gain the following features
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
that live in simple bands, hunting for sustenance and spreading the spores by which they reproduce. Also called mold folk or moldies, vegepygmies inhabit dark, moist areas, so they’re most
in places that are dark, warm, and wet. Russet mold that spreads out across a metal object can be mistaken for rust, and a successful DC 15 Intelligence (Nature) or Wisdom (Survival) check is
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
spores by which they reproduce. Also called mold folk or moldies, vegepygmies inhabit dark, moist areas, so they’re most commonly found underground or in forests where little sunlight penetrates
explorers found russet mold in a crater left by a falling star, with vegepygmies infesting the forest nearby.
The mold is found only in places that are dark, warm, and wet. Russet mold that spreads out
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
Vegepygmies are fungus creatures that live in simple bands, hunting for sustenance and spreading the spores by which they reproduce. Also called mold folk or moldies, vegepygmies inhabit dark, moist areas
.
The mold is found only in places that are dark, warm, and wet. Russet mold that spreads out across a metal object can be mistaken for rust, and a successful DC 15 Intelligence (Nature) or Wisdom
Monsters
Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
Hells—courted a mighty fey in hopes of luring him into trading away his soul. The attempt failed, but not before a troop of satyrs were corrupted by the dark delights of Phlegethos. The satyrs were
hero achieves some great deed only to see their sinister, diabolical side surface. Deceiving their companions during their most daunting trials, the forlarren then betrays those companions at the worst moment possible.
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
very amusing dark side.
2
A Boros captain really wants to “redeem” me.
3
I think a member of my troupe is a Dimir agent.
4
I once convinced a Golgari medusa to participate
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
. The water’s 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
.
As an example, map 5.14 depicts a topaz dragon’s lair in a seaside cavern, but it could be reimagined as a grotto in the side of a coral reef rising from a shelf on the ocean floor, with the
Goliath
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Species
Elemental Evil Player's Companion
skills.
This dedication to competition has a dark side. Goliaths are ferocious competitors, but above all else they are driven to outdo their past efforts. If a goliath slays a dragon, he or she might
Monsters
Divine Contention
exhales dark energy in a 90--foot cone. Each creature in that area must make a DC 22 Constitution saving throw, taking 77 (22d6);{"diceNotation":"22d6","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Necrotic
) piercing damage and is pushed 5 feet out of the wall’s space, appearing on whichever side of the wall it wants. A creature can move through the wall, albeit slowly and painfully. For every 1
Yuan-ti Pureblood
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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
primordial world heeded the prayers of these people and hissed dark demands into their ears. The people tainted their souls by performing human sacrifices in the name of the gods, debased their flesh by
Elf
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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
(Moonbrook), Xiloscient (Goldpetal)
Subrace
Ancient divides among the elven people resulted in three main subraces: high elves, wood elves, and dark elves, who are commonly called drow. Choose one of
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
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
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 — a nickname for Nurvureem often whispered in shuddering fear — received a delegation of elemental cultists months ago. They came seeking the Dark Lady’s aid. Nurvureem not
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
. Reason to Visit. A side trek in chapter 6 takes place at Rundreth Manor, and the characters have a chance to confront the Dark Lady and perhaps find common cause against the cults.
mysterious and terrifying figure known far and wide as “the Dark Lady.” Locals warn everyone to stay well away from the ruins. The truth of the tale is that the “Dark Lady” is a female adult black shadow
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
D6. Hall of Vows Two unlit braziers flank the entrance just inside this wide hall. Detailed carvings of dwarves decorate both side walls. These images depict ceremonies, rituals of romance, love, and
even passion. Two sets of stairs, side by side but spiraling away from each other, rise at the north end.
If the characters have come this far without alerting the creatures in area D7, they can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
Through the Gate The gate from Castle Naerytar closes as soon as the party steps through. The gate cannot be reopened without the proper password. Dark pine woods are all around on the slopes of a
mountain valley; the air is cold and fresh. Two ancient stones stand to either side of you, and no more than a bowshot ahead along a path is a large house, with stone on the ground floor, timbers above
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within
mercenary in dark armor in Mordent, a ghostly cataphract in Har’Akir, and a mutated centaur in Lamordia. But in each incarnation, certain details remain true: the rider lacks its head, it appears on a
prominent bridge, and it decapitates victims as it endlessly searches for its own head. Anyone who escapes the Headless Rider might find a different domain on the opposite side of the spirit’s bridge. (See “Dullahan” in chapter 5 for more details.)
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
mercenary in dark armor in Mordent, a ghostly cataphract in Har’Akir, and a mutated centaur in Lamordia, but in each incarnation certain details remain true: the rider is missing its head, it appears upon a
prominent bridge, and it decapitates victims as it endlessly searches for its own head. Should someone escape an encounter with the Headless Rider, they might find a different domain on the opposite side of the spirit’s bridge. (See the dullahan in chapter 5 for more details on headless riders.)
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
Through the Gate The gate from Castle Naerytar closes as soon as the party steps through. The gate cannot be reopened without the proper password. Dark pine woods are all around on the slopes of a
mountain valley; the air is cold and fresh. Two ancient stones stand to either side of you, and no more than a bowshot ahead along a path is a large house, with stone on the ground floor, timbers above
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Setup This adventure is best used late in the campaign for two reasons. First, the characters know more about the elemental cults and have a better perspective to understand the Dark Lady’s
information. Second, it strains credulity for any of the factions to send inexperienced agents into the Dark Lady’s lair. The characters receive a sending spell, telling them to meet a faction agent at a local
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Second Skin There is another side of you that most people never see. When you show this side of yourself, you might become another person entirely, a celestial-like avenger, or a walking nightmare
. Whatever the specifics of this form, it exaggerates some drive or hidden nature within you. Roll on or choose an option from the Second Form table to determine this other side of yourself. Additionally
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
with horned heads. Set in the center of the wall is a closed iron portcullis, behind which burns a curtain of green flame.
On the other side of the dark wall, gripping the mountain’s edge, is a guard
T1. Gatehouse Portcullis When the characters approach from the west, read: The shelf of rock on which the mountain road clings grows narrow. To your left, the icy cliffs rise sharply toward dark
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
warriors and assassins. He was once the brother of Dol Dorn and Dol Arrah, but he was stripped of his skin and his name after betraying them. The Shadow is the dark side of knowledge and ambition. It’s
Dark Six The Dark Six are the shadows of the Sovereign Host. These dark gods shape the world and are present at all times, speaking to those willing to hear them. Where the Sovereigns govern
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
one side shaped like a smiling theater mask; a similar knocker on the opposite side is shaped like a frowning theater mask. None of these doors have locks. Light. Glowing orbs of red glass are set into
wrought-iron wall sconces throughout Motherhorn. Each orb sheds bright light in a 10-foot radius and dim light for an additional 10 feet. Removing an orb from its sconce causes the orb’s light to go dark until it is returned to a sconce.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within
the prison, he became a sadist who believed righteousness was on his side. When his torturous punishments finally drove the inmates to rise up, the bloody riot that ensued drew the attentions of the
Dark Powers. During the uprising, Anton drowned in the swamps surrounding the prison. But he rose again soon after, an undead warden in search of inmates. Beyond Anton’s prison, alligator-filled swamps
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
tallying their accomplishments to compare to others. Goliaths love to win, but they see defeat as a prod to improve their skills. This dedication to competition has a dark side. Goliaths are ferocious
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
side of the windmill. The windmill’s 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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Faction Influence The side treks provide excellent opportunities to highlight each character’s allegiance to a major faction. Different factions are concerned about different situations. Side treks
Harpers are worried about the threat posed by the Dark Lady of Rundreth Manor. They are also intent on protecting the treasures hidden in the Halls of the Hunting Axe. The Lords’ Alliance sees the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
finest intelligence agencies in Khorvaire, rivaled only by House Phiarlan and the Trust of Zilargo. The dark side of all of these things is a strong streak of cynicism, which allows crime and corruption
or the faith of the Thranes, but they excel at finding new and innovative solutions to problems. The Brelish also have a talent for intrigue and subterfuge. The King’s Dark Lanterns are one of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
, he was a sadist who believed righteousness was on his side. When his torturous punishments finally drove the prison’s inmates to rise up, the bloody riot that ensued drew the attentions of the Dark
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
through the arrow slits around the castle. During the day, this provides dim light in most areas. At night, all areas of the castle are dark. Walls The castle’s thickest walls are 5 feet thick, with
ground and 4 feet above the interior floors. A creature on one side of an arrow slit gains three-quarters cover against attacks from the other side.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Khorvaire, rivaled only by House Phiarlan and the Trust of Zilargo. The dark side of these aptitudes is a strong streak of cynicism, which allows crime and corruption to flourish in Brelish cities and
Thranes, but they excel at finding innovative solutions to problems. The Brelish also have a talent for intrigue and subterfuge. The King’s Dark Lanterns is one of the finest intelligence agencies in