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Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
, the target regards the abishai as a trusted friend to be heeded and protected. This effect ends if the abishai or its companions deal damage to the target.Red abishais have no equals among the
one of Tiamatâs five dragon heads: black, blue, green, red, and white.
Tiamat deploys abishais as her agents, sending them forth to represent her interests in the Hells and across the multiverse
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
saving throws, and the creatureâs weapon attacks that rely on Strength deal half damage. On a successful save, the creature takes half as much damage and isnât weakened.
Spellcasting (Psionics
can endure their abrasive demeanor, caustic observations, and morbid interests can form a lasting bond with a powerful ally.
Entropic Hoards
Topaz dragons prize information on destruction and
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Strength deal half damage. On a successful save, the creature takes half as much damage and isnât weakened.
Spellcasting (Psionics). The dragon casts one of the following spells, requiring no spell
demeanor, caustic observations, and morbid interests can form a lasting bond with a powerful ally.
Entropic Hoards
Topaz dragons prize information on destruction and creation, whether abstract or
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
creatureâs weapon attacks that rely on Strength deal half damage. On a successful save, the creature takes half as much damage and isnât weakened.
Spellcasting (Psionics). The dragon casts one
irritated when disturbed. But anyone who can endure their abrasive demeanor, caustic observations, and morbid interests can form a lasting bond with a powerful ally.
Entropic Hoards
Topaz dragons prize
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
âs weapon attacks that rely on Strength deal half damage. On a successful save, the creature takes half as much damage and isnât weakened.
Spellcasting (Psionics). The dragon casts one of the
. But anyone who can endure their abrasive demeanor, caustic observations, and morbid interests can form a lasting bond with a powerful ally.
Entropic Hoards
Topaz dragons prize information on
Equipment
The brutal warfare and vicious monsters prevalent across Etharis leave many with Grievous Wounds, including missing limbs and other potentially debilitating injuries. The engineers and crafters of
the world have made great strides in helping those people deal with those injuries through Prosthetics.
When a creature with a Grievous Wound uses a Prosthetic, they ignore the penalties imposed by the
feats
Constitution score by 1, to a maximum of 20.
Brutal. Once per turn, you can deal an extra 1d4 Bludgeoning damage to a target you hit with an Unarmed Strike.
Intimidating. When you make a Charisma
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
conflict is a great war of attrition â the combatants donât often gain or lose territory as the result of battle. But on a personal scale, combat is brutal, with no quarter given or expected. The duergar
fight a persistent guerrilla war of sudden raids and brutal attacks against isolated groups of dwarves. Duergar often begin an attack by burrowing into a dwarf settlement from below, then bursting out
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Improvement 4 +2 3 9 +4 Brutal Strike 4 +3 3 10 +4 Subclass feature 4 +3 4 11 +4 Relentless Rage 4 +3 4 12 +4 Ability Score Improvement 5 +3 4 13 +5 Improved Brutal Strike 5 +3 4 14 +5 Subclass feature
5 +3 4 15 +5 Persistent Rage 5 +3 4 16 +5 Ability Score Improvement 5 +4 4 17 +6 Improved Brutal Strike 6 +4 4 18 +6 Indomitable Might 6 +4 4 19 +6 Epic Boon 6 +4 4 20 +6 Primal Champion 6 +4 4 Level
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
adventurers to seek out the lizardfolk lair and deal with the threat. The adventurers journeyed to the lair, but they discovered that there was no threat to Saltmarsh â at least not from the lizardfolk. In fact
, the lizardfolk were preparing to go to war against a tribe of sahuagin, a brutal horde that a year ago drove the lizardfolk from their original home. Determined to regain their ancestral home, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Playerâs Handbook
Improvement 4 +2 3 9 +4 Brutal Strike 4 +3 3 10 +4 Subclass feature 4 +3 4 11 +4 Relentless Rage 4 +3 4 12 +4 Ability Score Improvement 5 +3 4 13 +5 Improved Brutal Strike 5 +3 4 14 +5 Subclass feature
5 +3 4 15 +5 Persistent Rage 5 +3 4 16 +5 Ability Score Improvement 5 +4 4 17 +6 Improved Brutal Strike 6 +4 4 18 +6 Indomitable Might 6 +4 4 19 +6 Epic Boon 6 +4 4 20 +6 Primal Champion 6 +4 4 Level
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
knows of the threat posed by the demon lords â and potentially forge a pact with him to deal with that threat. They must be cautious, however, as their potential ally has his own interests at heart and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
-willed individuals of the clan survived this brutal campaign. When their delving finally broke through into a cavern, the dwarves found the cause of their obsession. A great elder brain and its mind
time, a leader arose among the enslaved dwarves. Named Laduguer, he struck a deal with Asmodeus, pledging the assistance of clan Duergar against Lolthâs ambitions in the Underdark. With the help of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
Sunder Shaman Gruul sunder shamans are angry giants that channel their rage into brutal attacks that deal overwhelming damage to foes and structures alike. These shamans sometimes lead hill giants
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
the service of a god (whether a member of the Ordning or an interloper god) and pursuing that godâs interests in the world. A band could also be a group of young giants who want to experience the
Devout giants live a monastic life at a sacred site with vast magical powerâpower the adventurers require to deal with a cosmic threat.
From the perspective of smaller people, a roving giant
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tashaâs Cauldron of Everything
serve the guildâs interests well, it promises to take care of you. Guilds hate to waste valuable assets, after allâthatâs just bad business. Types of Guild The guild structure covers a swath of business
existing enchanted items and might be willing to buy or trade adventurersâ spoils. 4 Moneychangers. These merchants deal in all forms of currency, acting as bankers, loan agents, and crucial contacts for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
, she would much rather send them against her rival than fight them. At the same time, she knows she cannot be seen as disloyal to the cultâs interests. Negotiating with Talis Talis is wary of the
a banner (see area 15) and a useful pass-phrase (âTiamat, our Mother and Strengthâ) that will allow them to reach the castle unharmed. Accepting the Deal. If the party accepts the deal, Talis prefers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
turned to her advantage, she would much rather send them against her rival than fight them. At the same time, she knows she cannot be seen as disloyal to the cultâs interests. Negotiating with Talis
with a banner (see area 15) and a useful pass-phrase (âTiamat, our Mother and Strengthâ) that will allow them to reach the castle unharmed. Accepting the Deal. If the party accepts the deal, Talis
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
, one step below the storm giants, rarely condescend to deal with lesser giants or small folk. Extravagance defines their culture and their place in the ordning. Below them are the tyrannical
rule. Dragons are the ancient enemies of giants. Thousands of years ago, the last great empire of giants â Ostoria â fell after a long and brutal conflict with dragons. Little of Ostoria remains in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Chapter 6: Bestiary At Mordenkainenâs side, I thought of giants as a brutal menace threatening the very existence of the world I knew. Diancastra showed me just how small that world was. My eyes have
youâll find weapons that deal unusual damage types and spellcasting that functions in atypical ways. Such an exception is a special feature of a monster and represents how it uses the weapon or casts
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lordâs Wrath
larger threats begin to grow and take shape. Over the course of the trilogy (Storm Lordâs Wrath, Sleeping Dragonâs Wake, and Divine Contention), the adventurers must deal with the two main forces of evil
than a few ramshackle buildings and foundations. The people and locations of Leilon can be altered or wholly created anew by you, the DM, based on the interests of the adventurers.
For example, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
rewards ambition, granting its members autonomy to pursue their own interests and gain some measure of personal power or influence. In this way, the organization is a meritocracy. The Zhentarim welcomes
the other faction leaders. If one of the characters is a member of the Zhentarim, Davra tries to make the deal for information with that character alone. In addition to access to the hidden trading
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Council of Four Comprised of four dukes, the Council of Four presides over the government of Baldurâs Gate. Though the Parliament of Peers and the patriars hold a great deal of power, the Council of
dukes or anyone in the Parliament of Peers to put the cityâs interests before their own. Ravengard rose to grand duke on a platform largely backed by idealistic commoners and enemies of the other
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
own secret tongue. But many of these gods have clerics as well, champions who take a more active role in advancing the interests of a particular nature god. These clerics might hunt the evil
weapon attack, you can cause the attack to deal an extra 1d8 cold, fire, or lightning damage (your choice) to the target. When you reach 14th level, the extra damage increases to 2d8. Master of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
during combat, he temporarily calls off his zombies. The Red Wizard is not particularly aggressive, and he is willing to strike a deal that advances his interests at the same time it helps the characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tashaâs Cauldron of Everything
of influence. When you are carrying out your orders, you have a great deal of leeway in how you choose to go about that, and the law isnât an obstacle. Committing serious crimesâespecially if they are
isnât your patronâs priority. 4 Intimate Connection. A common-born confidant or lover of your patron guides you in creating circumstances to bolster the noble familyâs best interests. 5 Outside Insider
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldurâs Gate Gazetteer
Council of Four Comprised of four dukes, the Council of Four presides over the government of Baldurâs Gate. Though the Parliament of Peers and the patriars hold a great deal of power, the Council of
dukes or anyone in the Parliament of Peers to put the cityâs interests before their own. Ravengard rose to grand duke on a platform largely backed by idealistic commoners and enemies of the other
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
to Kost, even by calling out a greeting or answering his questions during combat, he temporarily calls off his zombies. The Red Wizard is not particularly aggressive, and he is willing to strike a deal
that advances his interests at the same time it helps the characters. Kost stays tight-lipped about the reason for his presence in the region. He is, however, willing to provide information the party
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Fist to protect their interests in Baldurâs Gate, and by extension, the city itself. The Flaming Fist has gained even more power since their charismatic leader, Ulder Ravengard, claimed the title of
way to deal with Flaming Fist soldiers is to bribe them. Those who can afford to pay a bribe of 10 gp or more (instead of the usual gate fee of 2 cp) are allowed passage through a gate after a bit of haggling.
Map 1.1: Baldurâs Gate View Player Version
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
black leather armor and robes. He clutches a black staff with a carved spider at the top and frowns as he sees you.
âIt seems that I must deal with you myself. A pity it must end this way
quizzes the characters at length regarding their identities, allegiances, interests, and goals. He files it all away in memory in the hope that someday he might find a use for what he learns. Nezznar
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Lordsâ Alliance Characters who place the security of the city and the realm ahead of their own interests are invited to join this faction. Potential recruits must be residents of Waterdeep. Jalester
fled his homeland a few years back and is too smart to get caught doing anything illegal. He and his gang of bullies prowl the Dock Ward. Scuttle the deal, and do it fast!â The characters can create a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
always unpredictable. This isnât something a player character should want to use; adventurers are more likely to interfere with Daask smugglers or deal with an addict who accidentally casts a fireball
veterans who present themselves as a vigilante militia that protects Cyran refugees, but some say theyâre just pursuing selfish interests Muut Bugbears in Lower Dura who have been âprotectingâ Malleonâs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
victories.
7 It doesnât matter if the whole worldâs against me. Iâll always do what I think is right.
8 I have morbid interests and a macabre aesthetic.
9 I have a personal ritual
, mantra, or relaxation method I use to deal with stress.
10 Nothing is more important than life, and I never leave anyone in danger.
11 Iâm quick to jump to extreme solutions. Why risk a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
I am devoted to Bahamut or Tiamat and put their interests ahead of my own.
6 Iâm determined to destroy the adventurers who slew my parentâand everyone connected to them.
7 Iâm obsessed
. As with languages, you can customize a dragonâs skill list (even doubling their proficiency bonus with certain skills) to reflect particular interests and activities. You can also give a dragon tool
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurerâs Guide
capacity to deal with threats, welcoming exorcists, abjurers, and spies, as well as paladins and clerics of Helm. Iâve even heard that assassins bear the orderâs symbol â Helmâs eye upon a golden gauntlet
curled into a fist â and it is a claim I canât disregard. The Order of the Gilded Eye can be brutal in their pursuit of evil. Did Helmâs symbol weep as Javen Tarmikos and others have said? If it did