deception intent are bottom

Inquisitive

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

deeds of other creatures to determine their true intent. You excel at defeating creatures that hide among and prey upon ordinary folk, and your mastery of lore and your keen deductions make you well

a Wisdom (Insight) check against a creature you can see that isn’t incapacitated, contested by the target’s Charisma (Deception) check. If you succeed, you can use your Sneak Attack against that

Dealing with Amrik

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

paying it back. Characters who plan to rip off Amrik must succeed on a Charisma (Deception) check contested by Amrik’s Wisdom (Insight) check, as described under “Contests” in chapter 7 of the

Duke Thalamra Vanthampur. She suggests that they flee Baldur’s Gate at once — before they end up as fish food at the bottom of the harbor.

Underwater Adventures

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

juvenile sea monster caught in a fisher’s net to its home. 12 Protect a priest of Thassa intent on journeying to the bottom of the sea. As the people of Olantin discovered, ages of prosperity and culture mean nothing in the face of a wrathful sea (SLAWOMIR MANIAK)

Ticket Booth

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

attempt to deceive Nikolas must succeed on a Charisma (Deception) check contested by the goblin’s Wisdom (Insight) check. If one or more characters seem intent on disrupting the carnival, Nikolas

instruments allow him to get the true measure of guests. In his hands, the spyglass and ear horn grant Nikolas advantage on Wisdom (Insight) checks to discern lies and determine true intent. Characters who

Canyon Shrine

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

, such as chimeras, griffons, harpies, and manticores, make nests on the sides of the canyon. At the bottom of the gorge, a river cuts through the stone. A massive statue of Mogis is carved into an

A tribe of berserkers ride giant bats and hunt humanoids that travel through the canyon. 3 An adult blue dragon enslaves the inhabitants of the caves, intent on building an army to conquer a

Dusk Hag

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

share with unsuspecting sleepers. Dusk Hag Prophecies d10 Prophecy 1 “A red hat approaches with ill intent. Be wary.” 2 “A ship comes on a sea of bones, but treasure waits behind a silver skull

) WIS 16 (+3) CHA 18 (+4) Saving Throws Int +6, Wis +6 Skills Deception +7, Insight +6, Perception +6 Condition Immunities blinded, charmed, frightened Senses blindsight 60 ft

7. Fidelio's Folly

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

7. Fidelio’s Folly Chasm. This partially destroyed room is dimly lit by the lava at the bottom of the nearby chasm (see area 40). Past the chasm’s ledge is a spectral bridge that connects two other

-follower can attempt the check, but only by posing as a Tyr worshiper and fooling the ghost with a successful DC 10 Charisma (Deception) check. If it succeeds in reducing Netherskull to 0 hit points

Cave of Echoes Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase

aid to those in true need and without selfish intent. When such a creature requests help in this area, the cavern can offer answers or intervene by duplicating any spell of 8th level or lower (your

so again for 1 year and 1 day. C3: Haunted Cavern The floor of this cavern is ridged like sand at the bottom of a stream. It’s dotted with slender stalagmites and littered with broken stalactites from

Wyrmheart Mine

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

. She occasionally leaves to hunt but spends most of her time sleeping at the bottom of the mine. The kobolds rig their shared lair with numerous traps. Many parts of the mine still show signs of the

, the tracks are set to bypass all the sidings and run straight through to the bottom. Some carts’ brakes are in better condition than others. If a brake fails, the cart races out of control round and

6. Moa's Shrine

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

Master’s Guide) at the bottom of it. A character who searches the hallway floor for traps finds a pit trap with a successful DC 15 Wisdom (Perception) check. The lids are cleverly constructed and can be

jammed shut only by using magic such as an arcane lock spell. 6C. Chamber of Deception In the middle of this room, a stone cube rests on a plain stone pedestal. Statues of twelve tribal warriors jut from

Dungrunglung

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

who insults or defies him. Lining the bottom of his pool are 33 gp and a fist-sized chunk of green quartz (50 gp). 5. Grung Hovels Dotted about the shores of the lake are several squat huts made from

surface for air. The thick, muddy bottom is littered with the bones of the grungs’ feasts. 7. Prison Pit This dug-out pit is 5 feet deep and covered by stout, wooden bars. Prisoners confined here are

Asmodeus

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

mortals to evil, but he and his minions never breached a contract and explained the terms clearly. Had they not obeyed the rule of law in doing so? Was it not mortal ambition, rather than infernal deception

. Asmodeus dwells in a great fortress somewhere in the wasteland, at the bottom of its deepest pit. Only his most trusted followers and most important advisors know the route to it. He remains inside, relying on messengers and magic to convey his dictates.

Dolindar Tomb Locations

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

considers it her personal space and grumbles if anyone seems intent on disturbing it. B3: Lost Dolindars Two stone coffins in this room have been broken open, littering the floor with rubble and dust. A

them again. In the Coffin. Kevetta’s coffin still bears her name, but not her body. Instead, the coffin’s bottom is a roiling swirl of silvery-purple energy. Eldon confirms what the characters might

Cove Reef

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

down to a depth of 1,500 feet. Ogrorlo went here to be alone when it was tired of being worshiped. A chuul, an ancient guardian and servant of Ogrorlo, still inhabits the bottom of the gorge. It

attacks any creature that isn’t an aboleth or merfolk that approaches within 60 feet of the gorge’s bottom. Treasure. The bottom of the gorge holds a stone chest carved with the image of a clam that

Cave Locations

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

at the bottom of the pit leads northwest toward area W2 and east toward area W3. Goblin Body. Slumped at the bottom of the pit is the body of a strange goblin with an elongated skull and green streaks

passage is 2 to 3 feet above the water. Characters can easily wade through the stream to area W18. A character who explores the pool finds an old skeleton lying on the bottom, 10 feet from the shore

Lair Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves

Marilissa. If the characters arrive in this area and haven’t killed Sunset-Is-Nigh, Marilissa is Indifferent toward them and asks them why they’re here. If the characters express any ill intent

lie to Marilissa about their purpose and make a DC 12 Charisma (Deception) check. On a successful check, Marilissa believes the characters aren’t here to harm the wyrmling. She lets the characters

Other Villains

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

tables. He is currently intent on claiming the legendary axe Orcsplitter, the weapon buried with King Torhild Flametongue of Besilmer many centuries ago. The secret doors and puzzles of the Halls of

) Skills Deception +3, Insight +4 Languages Common, Halfling Challenge 2 (450 XP) Brave Devotion. Wiggan has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened. Spellcasting. Wiggan is a

Temple Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Scions of Elemental Evil

) check to discern that the guardian is animate. Guardian’s Challenge. When a character comes within 5 feet of the statue, the guardian animates and says: “Oblivion is nigh! State your intent or leave

characters pass if a character expresses loyalty to Elemental Evil, the intent to join the cults, or any similar sentiment. The guardian does nothing if the characters don’t answer, but if a character

Scouting the Museum

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

can take an action and use trickery or intimidation to convince a guard to leave. The character must make a DC 10 Charisma (Deception, Intimidation, or Persuasion) check. If the check succeeds, the

Alarms” below for more information). The alarms are located as follows: The front doors to area V1 At the bottom of the stairs in area V1 In each hallway leading from area V1 to area V3 On the doors

Warehouse Environs

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

roleplaying determine the outcome, or call for DC 10 Charisma (Deception) checks for the characters to pass off any outright lies. Captain Truff is eager to get someone — anyone — to investigate the

day earlier to make sure it held nothing dangerous. From the bottom of the sinkhole, they followed an underground passage north. They haven’t been seen or heard from since. Sergeant Teeshe is a tall

Lottie's Palace

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

(Investigation) or Charisma (Deception) check can represent careful play or cagey bluffing. The DC of any checks made to gamble increases by 1 for each drink a character consumes. If a character

successful DC 14 Dexterity (Sleight of Hand) check, or to sweet talk the bartender into “lending” it with a successful DC 13 Charisma (Deception or Persuasion) check. Lounging Duergar. A few duergar are

Meenlock

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

(+3) CHA 17(+3) Saving Throws Con +7, Int +8, Wis +7, Cha +7 Skills Arcana +8, Deception +7, History +8, Insight +7, Perception +7, Stealth +5 Damage Resistances cold, lightning

brain’s intent. From across great distances, it implants subconscious suggestions or subtly influences dreams to compel creatures toward a course of action that benefits its grand plan. When its

Villa Locations

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

), lawful evil Armor Class 9 Hit Points 5 (2d8 − 4) Speed 30 ft. STR 7 (−2) DEX 8 (−1) CON 6 (−2) INT 15 (+2) WIS 17 (+3) CHA 12 (+1) Skills Deception

of the sewers. Trap. The chest has a false bottom underlaid with metal springs. The combined weight of the items in the chest holds the false bottom down, but if three or more items are removed, the

Lair Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sleeping Dragon’s Wake

can stop the druids’ attacks by claiming to be allies of Claugiyliamatar and succeeding on a DC 15 Charisma (Deception) check made as an action. The druids lead characters they believe to be allies

poisoned spikes at the pit’s bottom, taking 3 (1d6) bludgeoning damage and 11 (2d10) piercing damage, and it must make a DC 13 Constitution saving throw, taking 22 (4d10) poison damage on a failed save, or

Paliset Hall Locations

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

snowflake in the bottom middle of the frame causes the secret door to swing outward on hidden hinges, revealing a staircase to the storage cellar (area P18). A character who examines the painting or

reserved for servants, but a character who succeeds on a DC 18 Charisma (Deception or Persuasion) check convinces Anisetta to let them access it. P9: Balcony This balcony, which overlooks the ballroom, is

Auril the Frostmaiden

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

(+7) WIS 26 (+8) CHA 28 (+9) Saving Throws Con +9, Wis +12 Skills Deception +13, Insight +12, Intimidation +13, Perception +16 Damage Vulnerabilities radiant Damage Immunities

Skills Deception +13, Insight +12, Intimidation +13, Perception +16 Damage Vulnerabilities fire Damage Immunities cold, poison Condition Immunities charmed, exhaustion, frightened, paralyzed

Court of Air

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

is performed by scribes in the House of the Binder. The entire text must be replicated, since the Avowed insist on maintaining the scholarly intent and integrity of the original author. Nonmagical

admittance with a successful Wisdom (Insight) check contested by the forger’s Dexterity (Deception) check. Anyone caught presenting a forged letter is denied access to the Inner Ward indefinitely. A

Gauntlet

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase

the southernmost alcoves. Each shadow is a wispy duplicate of a character intent on killing its original. If the characters entered from the south, or if they don’t try to ascend the stairs, Nafik can

containing 110 pp lies at the bottom of the pool, obscured by the water’s grimy surface. Once Nafik and his heart have been destroyed, the grime in this room disappears. P60: Sitting Room This octagonal room

Jahaka Anchorage

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

captain overboard. The other captains are still adjusting to their ill-mannered new confederate, who seems intent on bullying his way toward declaring himself king of the pirates. Elok wants to stop

of reeds for Knuckles to sleep on. Bosco carries the key to the chest, or the lock can be picked with thieves’ tools and a successful DC 15 Dexterity check. Treasure. A false bottom in the sea chest

Lambent Zenith Locations

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

intent, the bosuns welcome them to the Lambent Zenith and call for Ilren, who stepped in as the camp’s interim leader when the ship’s first mate fell ill. The githyanki explain that they haven’t heard

(Arcana) check recognizes Figaro’s glassy gaze as a telltale sign of memory-tampering magic. Restoring Figaro’s true memories causes Figaro to immediately recall Ilren’s deception. If the characters

Exploring the Cemetery

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

allowed them to pass, but with demons now coming from that area, Gideon angrily assumes that the humans are in league with the demons. A successful DC 12 Charisma (Deception or Persuasion) check

along the bottom of the mosaic reads: “Contemplate life. Death comes soon enough.” Any character with proficiency in Religion recognizes this area as one in which priests dedicated to dealing with the

Locations on the Dungeon Level

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6

Locations on the Dungeon Level The following locations are identified on map 6.2. 1. Marshaling Area At the bottom of the stairs that lead from area 18A on the upper level is a room where prisoners

dwarves chained to the floor and forced to labor making weapons. Four of them are dwarf commoners intent only on escaping if they are released, but the fifth is a veteran who volunteers to stay with the

Spaceship Locations, Level 2

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase

drop to the floor of the third level below. Debris at the bottom of each tube prevents entrants from descending farther than the third level. S32: Robot Stations (Violet) Metal alcoves in each of these

illithids discovered the ship weeks ago and have been studying its technology ever since, intent on using it to conquer other worlds. Four intellect devourers loyal to the mind flayers hide under the first

Areas of the Water Temple

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

symbol is painted on the southern wall — a shape like an X with the bottom limbs linked by a horizontal line. Long ago this chamber served as the harbormaster’s post, but the Crushing Wave cult

her actions for 1d4 rounds, during which she ignores characters who retreat. Treasure A large wooden chest lies open on the bottom in the western end of the lake. It contains Bronzefume’s hoard of 700

Areas of Kolat Towers

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

Library This musty room is situated at the bottom of the main tower, and it has no door on level 1. It contains the following features: A suit of dented plate armor stands in the center of the room

Charisma (Deception) check convinces these Zhents that the characters are their allies. Treasure. Resting in small piles and neat stacks on the table are 74 cp, 52 sp, 19 gp, and 4 taols. K15. Summoning

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