decade insist are best

How It Started

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

grew, so too did its demand for willing and able-bodied adventurers. However, a limited payroll meant having to settle for one or the other. After coming to the conclusion that a mission statement best

recover the soul of said intern. (Clearly, none of those hells paid for him either.) The rogue Viari is one of Acquisitions Incorporated’s best internship success stories. In fact, he was so

Sharn Watch NPCs

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

forget that the Guardians of the Gate have a civilian branch that handles administrative issues and special customs investigations. Tethyn Olar has led that arm of the Sharn Watch for more than a decade

garrison in Middle Central. He does his best to serve the interests of the nobles and wealthy patrons in the Central Plateau, and as a result these wards are among the safest in Sharn. But Yorgan’s

Meeting Darrett

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

. He always has their best interests in mind. Portray him as reliable and with whatever quirks your players are likely to find charming. Establish Darrett’s trustworthiness now so the characters know

in town over a decade ago, after which Darrett spent years as a ward of the community before coming under Becklin’s wing. In the years since, his good heart and aptitude for strategic thinking led

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

actions contribute to the survival of the group. The tribe practices for the eventuality of defending the lair against intruders, and their plans always include knowing the best escape routes and who is

who’ve known each other for over a decade might consider each other friends or enemies, but the strength of this sentiment is much fainter than any comparable human emotion. Since most of their

Southern Ward

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

Southern Ward It is called the Southern Ward, not the South Ward. Waterdavians are peculiar about this, and if you insist on referring to it as the South Ward, expect to be corrected or thought a

, enjoy the best singers of Calishite music, and examine the most stunning works of dwarven crafting — but the first challenge is finding where these treats are housed. The Southern Ward has long been a

The Long View

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

and the concerns of others serves elves best. Even though they are stingy with their affection for others, most elves are excellent judges of character. Thus, they can form superficial associations

way for a year or even a decade is a small price to pay to avoid bloodshed — because elves, after all, have all the time in the world. The elves of Oerth are a sorry sort, abused by their past

Introduction

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

many forces that insist on upsetting it. Some among the Circle of Eight counsel that sharing the lore collected in this volume is the first step to setting the Balance forever off its center. Others

creatures that many folk consider risible at best and dangerous only in passing. Perhaps the truths contained herein shall dispel such ignorant notions. Any creature of power can upset the Balance and is

Sports and Games

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

you’ll be invited to raise a glass to the Griffon; if you’re dressed in white and gold, the colors of the Hippogriff, you’d best be prepared to defend yourself. If you’re new to Sharn, you might

is divided into eight regions for the race, each of which is represented by a different creature. If you’re going to spend time in Dura, it’s best that you know your mounts! The beasts of Upper Dura

A Long History (in Brief)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

later claimed the plateau’s harbor as their own, but it was one known as Nimoar who is best remembered. A History of Waterdeep: Age One, The Rise of the Warlord records how Nimoar raised a wooden

great mage. He is said to have discovered a supply of potions of longevity, or learned the art of making such, for he lived on and on, still physically in his prime for decade after decade. A History of

14. Shrine of Laduguer

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

. Abandon joy, love, pride, anger, and ambition, for they are signs of weakness. Know your role and perform it to the best of your ability.” Laduguer’s dogma guides Aximus and Exekarus as much as it does any

duergar, and the yugoloths try to impose these principles on all who claim to serve Fazrian. If the characters haven’t encountered Fazrian, Aximus and Exekarus insist on taking them to meet the

Mintarn

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

Dagult. Mintarn had been playing the game well, but now it finds itself backed into a corner with few moves left to make. The coin is no longer flowing into its harbors, and many of its best and brightest

. Maybe in another decade or two I’ll try Mintarn again. In the case that you visit, here are a few other things you should know of Mintarn. Every five or six years, a new tyrant — yes, that’s what

Meeting the Inhabitants

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle

in the din. Visitors to the cloister are rare, and the kobolds’ curiosity is insatiable; they keep asking questions until the characters insist they stop. When the characters quiet the kobolds (or if

Intelligence (History) check recalls hearing of General Varnoth Wender and the Azure Wolves, which was a mighty force in the east about a decade ago. A character with the soldier background succeeds on this check automatically.

Life and Outlook

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

against intruders, and their plans always include knowing the best escape routes and who is responsible for blocking tunnels to deter pursuit. Kobolds feel a cool affinity or something like kinship for

other members of their tribe, but they are rarely affectionate with each other. Two kobolds who’ve known each other for over a decade might consider each other friends or enemies, but the strength of

The Walking Statues

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

current position near Peaktop Aerie on Mount Waterdeep. Once more, this activity seemed to be outside the Blackstaff’s control. Thankfully, all the walking statues have been dormant for well over a decade

its jaw and mouth have been replaced by a door, which leads into the shop known as Thort’s Findings. Undevvur Thort is a wizened ex-adventurer who leans on a cane (which some locals insist is more than

Uthgardt Lands

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

as nomads. Though the Red Tigers are less than comfortable with the present situation, they consider Beorunna’s Well their holy site, so they make the best of things. Bands of Red Tiger tribespeople

and foremost — but attribute these claims to a tribe other than their own. The strongest among the band will insist on the chance to prove him- or herself better than the stories you’ve heard, and will

Goldenfields Quests

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

favor, Zira does her best to help them, though she will not cause direct harm to others or violate local laws. She tries to hide the fact that she’s a dragon, but if the characters need swift

it safely returned to her, but he doesn’t protest if the characters insist on keeping it. Miros Xelbrin’s Quest Miros suggests that the characters travel to Amphail and “give his regards” to Arleosa

Camp Righteous

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

indicated otherwise, a trap can be spotted with a successful DC 13 Wisdom (Perception) check. It’s best if just one character makes this check, and only the first check counts, no matter how many

times the search is attempted. If players insist on having everyone crowd in and search for traps, goblins might steal the party’s canoes or rig traps of their own. 6A. Concealed Pit Trap The ceiling

Getting Around

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

inns ranging from modest to comfortable quality. Lower Central Olladra’s Kitchen Neither the best nor worst Sharn has to offer, Olladra’s Kitchen is home to a wide number of taverns and restaurants of

our highest appointed official, but the ir’Tains are the true royalty of our city. What citizen of Sharn doesn’t have an opinion about the fate of Lord Dalian ir’Tain, lost at sea a decade ago? Many

Red Larch Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

ovens. The dining room is mainly used for drinking, with “the Helm” (the tavern across the road) currently providing the best meals in town travelers can easily buy. While the Helm at Highsun is the

stock in all sizes. Owned by its founder’s granddaughter, who oversees a skilled staff of three full-timers and two part-timers, Chansyrl’s is considered the best Red Larch harness-maker by caravan

Lower City Gazetteer

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer

, starlike motes of light to sparkle along the saber’s blade. The former innkeeper of the Blade and Stars, a chaotic neutral half-orc bandit named Aurayaun, used to insist that the illusory effect was

or the heavens she doesn’t know. She’s willing to pay to find out, though. Blushing Mermaid Infamous up and down the Sword Coast, the Blushing Mermaid is known as the best tavern and inn in Baldur’s

Paliset Hall Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

wafts through the palace’s open doorway. Four winter wolves stand between you and Paliset Hall. After welcoming guests to the gala, the wolves insist on checking invitations once more before allowing

west and east walls of this area between the foyer and the ballroom. Oren is diplomatic and ingratiating without being obsequious. When confronted with turmoil, he does his best to maintain a calm

Areas of the Water Temple

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

prisoners in this makeshift jail. If the characters are defeated in the temple, they are stripped of their gear and confined here while Gar Shatterkeel decides how best to dispose of them. C6. Victory

, and they grudgingly answer any summons for help. Characters disguised as water cultists, or characters who insist they are doing the cult’s business, can easily convince the trolls to stay here and do

Lower City Gazetteer

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

, starlike motes of light to sparkle along the saber’s blade. The former innkeeper of the Blade and Stars, a chaotic neutral half-orc bandit named Aurayaun, used to insist that the illusory effect was

or the heavens she doesn’t know. She’s willing to pay to find out, though. Blushing Mermaid Infamous up and down the Sword Coast, the Blushing Mermaid is known as the best tavern and inn in Baldur’s

Zorzula's Rest Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

rope holds a crude name tag around the giant badger’s neck; the name tag says “Bessie” in Goblin. Bessie burrowed into the outpost through the pantry one day and has been the enclave’s “best girl” ever

enclave, a group of goblins discovered the shrine and destroyed it. If any of the goblins are asked why they destroyed the shrine, they emphatically insist that they loathe the shrine’s presence, but

Neverdeath Catacomb Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

hit points or if the characters insist that they aren’t with the cult. Shanzezim’s Lore. If the characters talk to the marid and reassure Shanzezim they’re not part of the cult, Shanzezim offers the

victim. For his future attempts, Jerot has chosen townspeople from Neverwinter whom he believes have particularly meaningful secrets. Their secrets are the cultists’ best offerings to Vecna. A character

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