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combat, you have Advantage on Death Saving Throws for 1 year. If someone else reduces your chosen foe to 0 Hit Points or you don’t choose a foe, this card has no effect.
Donjon. You disappear
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
elder sage on Shalfey’s death. However, Piyarz grew impatient. When Shalfey’s tower hands left in search of the star, Piyarz tried to seize the title—but Shalfey sealed himself in his sanctum (areas
background. For centuries, each elder sage has passed down the Books of Prophecy to that sage’s chosen successor. Piyarz was Shalfey’s pupil, and according to tradition, he would assume the title of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
Mayastan Sadaar Word of Mayastan Sadaar’s death hits the scholars of Candlekeep hard. At your discretion, the characters can return the scholar’s body to Candlekeep so that she can be returned to
. The characters might thus be charged with a side quest to learn more about the ritual, with the knowledge they gain eventually allowing the sage to be resurrected.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
always open to visitors and boasts one of the finest libraries in Faerûn. The monks of Candlekeep also preserve the predictions of Alaundo the Seer, a singular sage whose prophecies have proved
correct over long years. Upon the seer’s death, Candlekeep became a haven for both the veneration of his prophecies and the accumulation of all knowledge. If there’s a secret to be learned, the clues to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Nonplayer Characters Nonplayer characters (NPCs) are supporting characters controlled by you, the DM. Examples include the local innkeeper, the sage who lives in the tower on the outskirts of town
, and the death knight out to destroy the kingdom. The Monster Manual contains stat blocks you can use to represent NPCs in your game. You can add details to make them distinctive and memorable. For
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
his supposed death, leaving the elder sage defenseless. What Can Be Done? Hadley asks the characters to discover what’s going on in the tower and rescue Shalfey. He suggests they pose as visitors
Shalfey is dead and Piyarz is now the elder sage. But I know that isn’t true, and now I know I can confide in you. How did you learn Shalfey’s passphrase?”
Hadley believes whatever tale the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
Heroes of Destiny The Sage Destinies table provides narrative ideas inspired by the Deck of Many Things that you can use while developing your character. The entries in this table are geared toward
spellcasters, but they can enrich any character’s story. When using this table, you can either choose the entries that speak to you or draw cards from the deck. Sage Destinies Card Heroic Tie
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Stalked by a Shadow When Piyarz seized the Tower of the Heavens in his coup, he interrogated Shalfey’s scribes to discern where the elder sage sent his tower hands. Eventually the ruthless sage
person.
When he’s satisfied with the characters’ answers or deems the party uncooperative, Sion attacks. He and his sinister pets fight to the death, unflinchingly loyal to Piyarz.
Jane Katsubo Sion and his shadowy pets
skulk toward a group of
unsuspecting travelers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
Beginning the Adventure The adventure begins at Grahlista’s dwelling. Grahlista is a human sage (Medium, Neutral Good Priest) and is cordial but Indifferent toward the adventurers she has invited
even in the shade. There’s never been a season like this before, and if something’s not done, few will remain to experience any season after.
The gray-haired sage Grahlista fans herself as she
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Plant
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Priest
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Prisoner
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Puzzle*
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unconscious condition, and must begin making death saving throws. Spells and other magical effects that restore hit points have no effect on you until you are stabilized. If you fail three death saving throws
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
generation. In other cases, a dragon at the brink of death invests power into another creature—usually a dragon, but sometimes a sovereign, a sage, or an adventurer. Moreover, those who slay a dragon could
Death of a Dragon When I go, I dream of passing my spirit into that with which I have had the most profound experiences. The first thing that comes to mind is a caramel treacle from the Foxy Duck
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Pharika’s Influence Pharika represents the duality of life and death distilled into a single draught that can serve as tonic or toxin, depending on the dosage. She is most associated with affliction
through the imbiber’s body. In other cases, she demands years of life, either from the patient’s lifetime or the researcher’s labor. In her oversight of life and death, Pharika acts as a patron of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Backgrounds: Hermit, sage, sailor, urchin Most worshipers of Athreos believe death is a natural part of life, to be neither rushed toward nor run from. They seek to do their part in fulfilling the
Athreos’s Champions Alignment: Usually lawful, often evil Suggested Classes: Cleric, monk, rogue, wizard Suggested Cleric Domains: Death, Grave (described in Xanathar’s Guide to Everything) Suggested
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
. “My name is Zelyth Lightleaf. I’m Candlekeep’s foremost expert on this book and its author.”
A few months ago, Zelyth Lightleaf (neutral good wood elf sage; see the “Candlekeep” section at the
point, Xanthoria’s research became more geared toward creating a ward against death itself, then finally toward achieving lichdom. According to the book, Xanthoria never discovered the source of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
forcefully pulled from this work and thrust into life-or-death situations, with or without help from more hardened adventurers. The knowledge and experience of a Civil Servant can often be useful, with
some developing skills as clerics, rogues, wizards, or other classes. Such characters often come from the sage background and have proficiency in skills that reflect their studies, such as Arcana
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
sage is rightfully deserved. If he can’t persuade the characters to leave, Piyarz and his allies attack, fighting to the death. Treasure. Piyarz wears a Ring of Fire Resistance and a platinum chain belt
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Lurg (lawful evil, human tower sage) conducts this ceremony. Two tower hands loyal to Lurg accompany him (see appendix B for both stat blocks). If allowed to run its course, the ceremony is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Fool — 32–36 Gem 17–24 37–41 Jester 25–32 42–46 Key 33–40 47–51 Knight 41–48 52–56 Moon — 57–60 Puzzle 49–56 61–64 Rogue 57–64 65–68 Ruin — 69–73 Sage 65–72 74–77 Skull 73–80 78–82 Star 81–88 83–87 Sun
combat, you have Advantage on Death Saving Throws for 1 year. If someone else reduces your chosen foe to 0 Hit Points or you don’t choose a foe, this card has no effect. Donjon You disappear and become
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
disappears. Sage At any time you choose within one year of drawing this card, you can ask a question in meditation and mentally receive a truthful answer to that question. Skull An Avatar of Death
Fool — 32–36 Gem 17–24 37–41 Jester 25–32 42–46 Key 33–40 47–51 Knight 41–48 52–56 Moon — 57–60 Puzzle 49–56 61–64 Rogue 57–64 65–68 Ruin — 69–73 Sage 65–72 74–77 Skull 73–80 78–82 Star 81–88 83–87 Sun
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
insight into their current predicament or a portent of events to come. Maybe the soul of a long dead sage offers guidance or a legend the hero long idolized provides advice on how they defeated a
character’s dead rivals could have known. Whatever a character learns during their temporary death, they can carry with them back into the mortal world. Such might make dying one of the most helpful things to happen in a character’s greater heroic career.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn
archmages. When the character begins adventuring, they’re the archmage’s apprentice. To reflect the specialized education and training the character has had, they choose the Sage background. When the
, which contains many spells (including some beyond the character’s current ability to cast). But when the character reaches higher level, the archmage returns from death or is rescued. Perhaps they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Khea the Sage Khea (N female human oracle; see chapter 6) dwells in a nondescript cottage near the edge of the polis. Her home is small and cramped, crowded with drying lavender and histories written
roused many scholars’ interest. Sage Advice Beyond her suggestion about the Court of Orestes, Khea is a font of insights. If any of the characters mention the shared vision they experienced, Khea is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
their toes. Rogue Tales of your past heroic deeds might be somewhat exaggerated. Ruin When you lost everything, you realized the only thing you could rely on was your martial skill. Sage Descended
from a family of sorcerers, you were the only one not to show magical aptitude. Skull You had a near-death experience, and you believe you saw yourself going to the Nine Hells. Star You’re chasing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Pharika’s Champions Alignment: Usually neutral, often evil Suggested Classes: Cleric, druid, ranger, rogue, warlock, wizard Suggested Cleric Domains: Death, Knowledge, Life Suggested Backgrounds
: Criminal, guild artisan, hermit, outlander, sage Most champions of Pharika seek to uncover the world’s greatest secrets through science, alchemy, and magic. They are often enamored with the mysteries of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
treasure or momentous secret. Rogue Someone important to you isn’t who you think they are. Ruin You lived a life of luxury until someone in power took it away. Will you get revenge? Sage A mage or magical
creature takes an interest in you, offering you advice—for a price. Skull You’ve defied certain death so many times that it doesn’t seem like coincidence anymore. Star You overcame a hardship imposed
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
attack roll. Ruin (or K ♠) As a bonus action, impose disadvantage on all ability checks of a creature you can see until the end of its next turn. Sage (or A ♦) Take the Help or Search action as a
bonus action. Skull (or J ♣) As an action, surround yourself with a shroud of death. Until the start of your next turn, any creature that ends its turn within 5 feet of you takes 1d6 necrotic damage
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
home. Sage In the academic halls of Neverwinter, you studied the region’s historical alliance between Phandalin and its neighbors. The fate of the lost mine of Phandelver has always fascinated you, so
you’re traveling to Phandalin to discover whether any locals know rumors about its fate. Sailor You’ve sailed ships along the Sword Coast, but a brush with death made you rethink your profession
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
of some gods speak of a cycle of death and resurrection. As the Sage of Shadowdale once noted, “If the gods can grant the power to raise mortals from death, why do ye assume they should be laid low by it forever?”
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
Oddlewin’s actions, but they remain connected to his feet. Oddlewin’s Deck of Many Things is a nine-card set containing the Comet, Fates, Fool, Key, Knight, Rogue, Ruin, Sage, and Throne cards. He stole
their services in a time of great need. Trust them.” Rogue “A foe is hunting you. They seek vengeance and shall arrive soon.” Ruin “You will soon lose something you hold dear.” Sage “Give advice freely
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
. The Sage door can’t be opened or damaged by any means until all avatars of death in the room are destroyed. Spells such as Gaseous Form or Dimension Door can be used to bypass the door, but it won’t
first time a character tries talking to her, she asks what the character fears most. If the character answers honestly, the hag grants that character the Charm of the Sage (see chapter 8). 10b: Present
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Divine Oracle”). After he gives this information, he asks the characters to avenge his death by killing his evil father, Blagothkus (see “Development”). If the party attacks the ghost, it fights back
appears on few maps, and few folk know of it. Characters who consult with a member of the Surveyors’, Map & Chartmakers’ Guild in Waterdeep or any learned sage in Everlund or Silverymoon can procure a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
tabaxi sometimes leave their families and venture into the jungle to claim a hunter’s death. A divine being known as the Cat Lord leads the bravest to Omu, where they spend their final days hunting
characters could offer to gain their help. Hooded Lantern has graying black fur, and cataracts cloud his left eye. He is preparing himself for a glorious death fighting the great tyrannosaurus rex
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
the wind sweeping down from the Reghed Glacier. Six months ago, Macreadus, a sage and devout follower of Lathander (god of the dawn and rebirth), formed a plan to end Auril’s everlasting winter. He
spirit of Macreadus manifests as a giant, floating, spectral head with fire burning in its eyes. Arrogant in life, Macreadus remains so in death. He’s snappy and egotistical, blaming everything but
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within
machines. 5 A massive treant who has allied with raiders and seeks to fell every forest. 6 A sage who solves an endless war by preventing anyone from dying. 7 An eternal royal whose immortality relies
Hulk 6 Drider, Ghast Gravecaller 7 Necrichor* 8 Fomorian, Inquisitor of the Mind Fire,* Vampire Nightbringer 10 Yochlol 13 Beholder, Shadow Dragon 15 Purple Worm, Vampire Umbral Lord 17 Death Knight, Dracolich 21 Arch-hag, Lich *Detailed in chapter 5
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
expedition to Chult and help put an end to the “death curse” affecting several wealthy citizens of the city. Entertainer Player’s Handbook Your sponsor is a retired adventurer and merchant named
merchant is mounting an expedition to Chult, and you’ve talked your way into joining it. Sage Player’s Handbook A wizard named Syndra Silvane has fallen prey to a magical curse. She’s mounting an expedition
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
the sky during the depths of winter. Its inscrutable expression suggests a skeletal face gazing upon—or grinning at—the other constellations of the zodiac. Omen of Death. Those born under the Skull
misfortune they endure is eventually balanced by good tidings. Many Balances live up to their birth sign’s moniker by becoming traders or merchants. Sage The Wise One; Most Prominent in Early Spring In