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Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
, moonstone dragons are not particularly interested in gold or copper, but they love silver, platinum, and mithral. They also cherish treasures whose value canât be easily quantifiedâa song
, a well maintained and above-water version of the black dragon lairâs tower (map 5.2) makes a great Feywild audience chamber, while a vibrant, living version of the green dragon lairâs
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
not particularly interested in gold or copper, but they love silver, platinum, and mithral. They also cherish treasures whose value canât be easily quantifiedâa song sung from the heart, a
look to other maps in this chapter as inspiration for the scattered parts of a moonstone dragonâs lair. For example, a well maintained and above-water version of the black dragon lairâs
monsters
, whether to raise Undead servants, terrorize the living, or extract secrets known only to the deceased. Most are more interested in amassing knowledge than power or wealth. Many cultists of Myrkul are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
are interested in joining the Mages of High Sorcery, skip this section. The characters can easily find Wyhanâs Apothecary. Foggy windows obscure a selection of charms and occult trappings for sale
stands behind a counter heaped with open books. She looks up from her reading, eyes you with disinterest, then goes back to her book.
The shopkeeper here is Wyhan (lawful evil, human mage), a black
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
their introduction or more details about them. Pronunciations Name Pronunciation Description Introduced Akhviri AK-veer-ee Black dragon serving the Red Dragon Army Chapter 5 Alstare Bellis AL
GRASH-ah ME-ghan Dwarf matron of a reclusive clan Chapter 5 Ishvern ish-VERN Sea elf leader of a group of Dimernesti elves Chapter 5 Ispin Greenshield ISS-pin GREEN-shield Deceased storytelling human
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
wears when meeting with supplicants
3 A set of sculptures depicting the dragonâs deceased relatives, all adorned with ground-up jewels
4 A jeweled mosaic map of the dragonâs territory
5
massive geode that contains spectacular blue, purple, and black crystals
8 A blue silk fan painted with ground gems that creates a briny breeze when hung from the ceiling
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Message from Wyhan If any of the characters are interested in joining the Mages of High Sorcery and delivered a scroll to Wyhan, the black-robed mage sends the characters an invitation to meet her at
you a special exception.â
Wyhan offers you a simple wooden brooch studded with black, red, and white stones: the symbol of the Mages of High Sorcery. âHe has allowed you to practice magic as a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
Cave, and they intend to reopen the mines. Unfortunately for the Rockseekers, they are not the only ones interested in Wave Echo Cave. A mysterious villain known as the Black Spider controls a
network of bandit gangs and goblin tribes in the area, and his agents have followed the Rockseekers to their prize. Now the Black Spider wants Wave Echo Cave for himself, and he is taking steps to make sure no one else knows where it is.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
discovered their secret and became interested. A Black Earth priest named Larrakh came to Red Larch to steer the group toward the worship of elemental earth. The cultists intend to take over Red
discuss what the movements mean, and what is to be done. They keep the tomb and its strange secret to themselves. The Believers have no knowledge of Elemental Evil. However, the Cult of the Black Earth
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
because those schemes impact the world as a whole, not because the dragon is interested in the characters individuallyâat least not initially. As the characters become powers in their own right
characters might loyally serve one dragon in opposition to another, or they might attempt to play multiple dragons against one anotherâperhaps earning the ire of them all. In the heart of the jungle, the black greatwyrm Rhashaak keeps watch over a ruined city
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
campaign, consider the following changes and additions. Draconic Influence In this variant, the Dragon Highlords are also interested in the power that the elemental nodes represent. They dispatch
. Good examples include a pair of blue dragon wyrmlings in the air temple, a young black dragon near the water temple, or even a corrupted copper dragon somewhere near the earth node. (The Weeping
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Thornwellâs Offer If the characters are less likely to get involved in the adventure out of altruism, they can be approached by a mysterious, handsome, well-groomed human female dressed in black-and
-red leather armor. She declines to give the characters her name, but asks whether theyâre interested in a well-paying job. If the characters havenât learned about the murders yet, she provides them a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rrakkma
held high above its head to support the ceiling, forty feet above. A pair of fist-sized black crystals is fitted to the statueâs eyes. The perimeter statues, six in all, appear to resemble naked humans
to make a pact with it and are bound to return with many sacrifices once they have completed their business in the Far Realm. Interested in being worshipped once more, the insane eidolon protects this
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
contains a four-poster bed, its headboard carved in the likeness of a giant raven. A soft black rug covers the floor between the bed and the door. In the corners of the south wall stand two slender
) check. It holds a gold locket (worth 25 gp) containing a painted portrait of a beautiful woman (Davianâs deceased wife, Angelika), as well as a pouch containing five 50 gp gemstones.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
firmly turned away. The enormous double gates of Candlekeep are three times the height of a human and wrought of black metal magically warded to foil attempts to damage them. Both doors are emblazoned with
interested in collecting, potentially reducing the guesswork of readmission on future visits. Those admitted to Candlekeep, referred to as seekers, can request the assistance of an Avowed adjutant who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
reads: âWant to be part of something big? Speak to Davil Starsong at the Yawning Portal.â If the characters seek out Davil, Yagra Stonefist (see âFamiliar Facesâ) greets them and leads interested parties
to a table in the center of the Yawning Portalâs taproom, where her boss waits with drink in hand. Davil Starsong Davil Starsong (see appendix B) is the charactersâ primary contact in the Black
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
, and the Skull Chalice of Châgakare. These items can be kept, sold to interested buyers, or returned to their rightful owners. Black Opal Crown (Area 49). The yuan-ti of Omu are after this treasure. If
items when the characters leave the tomb is discussed below. Relics of the Past Acererak placed four treasures in the tomb as lures: the Black Opal Crown, the Eye of Zaltec, the Navel of the Moon
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
Sir Ursasâs courier. After delivering the invitation, the courier warns them against Ursasâs courier (who is dressed entirely in black), and asks for help setting traps against the courierâs arrival
agentâs manor. Due haste is also advised. Each invitation makes it clear that another, less scrupulous agent is interested in the characters as well, and cautions them against the machinations of this
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
conversation with her. Scroll Predictions Alignment Opened Scroll Didnât Open Scroll Good Red robes White robes Neutral Red robes Red robes Evil Black robes Red robes Wyhanâs Recommendation Wyhan is
Mages of High Sorcery, but after that, she insists the characters buy something or get out. Any character interested in joining the Mages of High Sorcery hears back from Wyhan regarding their Test of High Sorcery at the beginning of the next chapter.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
cults have moved into the Sumber Hills: an air cult called the Cult of the Howling Hatred; an earth cult, the Cult of the Black Earth; a fire cult called the Cult of the Eternal Flame; and a water cult
Valley. She doesnât really care about the communities themselves, but sheâs keenly interested in the techniques the cults are using to sow fear and exert control. If the characters mention the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
mask. The rider barely manages to stay in the saddle, his body bristling with cruel black arrows.
Blind with panic, the horse plows on, threatening to trample travelers in its path. Before it can
the horseâs bridle reveals the horseâs name: Photina. Characters more interested in the rider find that heâs dead. In fact, heâs been dead for some time. The figureâs skin is gray, and his wounds weep
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
slay the dragon and plunder the dragonâs hoard.
Connected Creatures Copper dragons are most interested in creatures they find entertaining or amusing, whether for their artistic abilities or
and nations as their game board.
2 An ancient copper dragon guards the sealed entrance to a ruined temple filled with devils.
3 A renowned gnome trickster, now deceased, so impressed an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
â section in chapter 3). Their current mission is to help Kella Darkhope turn Nightstone into a base for the Black Network. The settlementâs defensibility and its proximity to Waterdeep make it ideal for
Seven Snakes are close enough to protect her. If the party includes one or more characters with strong ties to the Black Network, Kella tries to convince them to help secure the village as a Zhentarim
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurerâs Guide
The Afterlife Most humans believe the souls of the recently deceased are spirited away to the Fugue Plane, where they wander the great City of Judgment, often unaware they are dead. The servants of
Azuth, god of wizardry LN Arcana, Knowledge Left hand pointing upward, outlined in fire Bane, god of tyranny LE War Upright black hand, thumb and fingers together Beshaba, goddess of misfortune CE
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortuneâs Wheel
was meant to know with one interested character (see the âSecrets of Eternityâ section below). If the characters ignore the baernaloth, leave its cave, or refuse its offers, it lets them go. If the
Gift (Charm)
You are scarred by knowledge you shouldnât possess. Your eyes turn black, except for your pupils, which turn white. This charm grants you advantage on Charisma (Persuasion) checks made to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
dangerous, she doesnât build them with violence in mind. Sheâs particularly interested in devices for long-distance communication and inventions that mechanize the work of farm animals. Personality Trait
to guide the conversation with Rookledust: Rookledust is an inventor. She lives in seclusion so as not to disturb her neighbors with her experiments. Several weeks ago, a stranger in red-and-black
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
while they rest. Considering its origins and appearance, the troll literally being a troll isnât important to you; youâre more interested in that general challenge and look for the creature. To make your
even within the adventurersâ own gear. With tactics and traits in mind, you think of your troll as an abductor and give it the Grappler trait of a mimic and the Amorphous trait of a black pudding so it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
shaped like a gold coin (the symbol of Waukeen, god of trade), the other a black disk outlined in purple (the symbol of Shar, god of darkness and loss).
Furnishings. Empty bookshelves and desks line
twelve people. The magic persists as long as the table remains in this room and there is dishware capable of containing the bounty. Midna Tauberth. Midna isnât interested in sharing her newfound lair
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
tea shop. Characters who have proficiency in Performance know baduk is a game of strategy played on a board using black and white pieces. Additionally, baduk halls are popular gathering places
, particularly for old or noble families. At the baduk hall, dozens of pairs of players concentrate at tables covered in circular, black and white pieces. Hall guards or attendants can easily direct the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
displeased her. The curse partially transformed him into a spider, giving him eight red arachnid eyes, a mouth full of fangs, and black bristles sprouting from his slender limbs. A remove curse or greater
prefers diplomacy over violence when dealing with adventurers. If the characters seem interested in a truce, Shunn offers them 50 gp if they find the wererats that are troubling his gang and return
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
D10. Trinket, Bauble, and Charmâs A big black balloon floats over the lake, tugging at its moorings. Beneath it hangs a basket made of black wicker and wood, which serves as a merchantâs stall. A
among the items available for purchase. If the characters seem interested in conducting a transaction, Trinket produces the unicorn horn and says, âVery hard to come by, unicorn horns, and one never
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
frowning visage. Around the figureâs neck hangs a black skull-shaped amulet, and a number of severed hands crawl on the desk and floor around him.
Before he was turned into an undead creature
performed the best. This pleased the archlich enough that he transformed Gorra into a wight, with these changes: Withers has an Intelligence of 16 (+3). He wears an amulet of the black skull (see
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
in Icewind Dale
Macreadus mah-KREE-dus Human cleric of Lathander living in the Black Cabin
Maer Dualdon mair dew-AWL-dun One of the three large lakes in Icewind Dale
Mjenir meh-YEN
Crag
Oyaminartok oh-yaw-meh-NAR-tock Legendary goliath polar werebear
Reggaryarva reh-gar-YAR-vah Deceased frost giant jarl whose spirit haunts Jarlmoot
Scrivenscry SKRIV-in-scry
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
, stealth, innuendo, and combat. Backed by the wealthy, they carry well-made equipment (often disguised to appear common). Alliance operatives are often glory hounds. Zhentarim The Black Network sees the
Jassur, a member of the Zhentarim based in Waterdeep, arranges a private meeting with you. Davra Jassur (LE female human assassin) poses as a recruiter for the Black Network but is, in fact, a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
enemies. He and his army cornered the last of these enemies in a remote mountain valley before slaying them all. Strahd named the valley Barovia, after his deceased father, and was so struck by its
forever, shot their master with arrows. But Strahd did not die. The Dark Powers honored the pact they had made. The sky went black as Strahd turned on the guards, his eyes blazing red. He had become a