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Darklings

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

history, but the stories call him Dubh Catha (“Dark Crow” in Common), and other Fey refer to the house’s descendants as dubh sith—“darklings.” Darklings dwell in secluded caverns and chambers beneath

(3d6 + 3) Speed 30 ft. STR 9 (−1) DEX 16 (+3) CON 12 (+1) INT 10 (+0) WIS 12 (+1) CHA 10 (+0) Skills Acrobatics +5, Deception +2, Perception +5

Fraz-Urb'luu

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

some unknown end, but none can say whether these statements are another layer of deception or evidence of a true insight. Cultists. Those who worship Fraz-Urb’luu fall into two camps. Most of his so

saintly figure, or contact a wizard while in the guise of a wise sage. He tells these folk whatever stories and promises they want to hear, playing to their needs and slowly drawing them into his circle of

Domain Details

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within

think about adventures in a domain as explorations of a Darklord’s identity. For example, Barovia’s gothic horror themes include deception, oppression, and predation, all of which are aspects of the

domain’s Darklord, Strahd von Zarovich. While the village of Vallaki leans toward themes of deception, the village of Barovia, in the shadow of Castle Ravenloft, is steeped in oppression. The domain’s

Darklings

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

history, but the stories call him Dubh Catha (“Dark Crow” in Common), and other Fey refer to the house’s descendants as dubh sith—“darklings.” Darklings dwell in secluded caverns and chambers beneath the

) Speed 30 ft. STR 9 (-1) DEX 16 (+3) CON 12 (+1) INT 10 (+0) WIS 12 (+1) CHA 10 (+0) Skills Acrobatics +5, Deception +2, Perception +5, Stealth

Gnomes of Zilargo

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

beasts is likewise something often put to practical use, and the Zil often use small animals as messengers or guides. While Zil gnomes don’t automatically have proficiency with Deception or

Zilargo and what ties you still have to it. You could be a sage gathering information for the Library of Korranberg, or an investigator sending stories of your adventures back to the Korranberg Chronicle

Darklings

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

Darklings Ancient legends speak of a seelie fey who betrayed the Summer Queen. His true name has been stricken from history, but the stories call him Dubh Catha (“Dark Crow” in Common). So great was

Acrobatics +5, Deception +2, Perception +5, Stealth +7 Senses blindsight 30 ft., darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 15 Languages Elvish, Sylvan Challenge 1/2 (100 XP) Death Flash. When the

Build Your Group

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

as a bard or sorcerer) can supplement natural Charisma with magical persuasion. A character with the charlatan background, proficiency in Deception, or proficiency with a Disguise kit might also fill

this role. Muscle. Sometimes sources need a bit of physical cajoling to share their stories. The Muscle has a knack for getting people to talk. Alternatively, when those in power lock away the truth

E8: Jail Car

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

E8: Jail Car This soundproof car is two stories tall (30 feet high) and encased in thick iron. Four pentadrones guard the rooftop. These guards are positioned near the corners of the roof, allowing

speak it truthfully.” The characters need not resort to violence to obtain the deva’s mace-key. Here are some alternate approaches: Clever Deception. The characters can pose as emissaries of a

Demons of Theros

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

plane might consider it a rarity from some undiscovered Abyssal layer. In general, feel free to use whatever fiends you wish when telling stories in Theros—the Underworld’s a big place with room for all

15 (+2) WIS 14 (+2) CHA 16 (+3) Saving Throws Con +7, Cha +7 Skills Deception +7, Intimidation +7, Persuasion +7 Damage Resistances cold, necrotic Damage Immunities poison

Loose Pantheons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

the affairs of the universe. People gather in public shrines to worship gods of life and wisdom, or meet in hidden places to venerate gods of deception or destruction. Each deity in a pantheon has a

religious rites and festivals. Priests at such sites relate stories of the gods, teach the ethics of their patron deities, offer advice and blessings, perform religious rites, and provide training in

Gnome Gods

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

important to the folk who take inspiration and pride from the stories of their gods, because each legend is true in its own way. Each deity in the gnome pantheon is an expert in multiple fields of activity

below. Gnome Deities Deity Alignment Province Suggested Domains Common Symbol Baervan Wildwanderer NG Woodlands Nature Face of a raccoon Baravar Cloakshadow NG Illusion, deception

Character Advancement

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

, is looking for tales of derring-do from brave adventurers. She stops to ask the characters to tell stories of their exploits. A character can take a minute to tell Mallyn a story and make one of the

following ability checks to impress her. Consider these examples: DC 13 Charisma (Deception). The character spins a grand yarn about a harrowing experience that never happened. DC 13 Charisma

Dungrunglung

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

whisper a harsh word about him. Groak wants to be seen as a visionary and a romantic, and he loves to hear stories of the outside world. However, he threatens anyone who dares to question his inflated self

Intelligence check. Using Nolzur’s marvelous pigments grants advantage on the check. Animating Nangnang convincingly requires a successful DC 12 Charisma (Deception) check. If multiple characters contribute

Resolving Interactions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

, adventurers can also learn about a creature’s characteristics from other sources, including its friends and allies, personal letters, and publicly told stories. Acquiring such information might be the basis

course — call for a Charisma check. Any character who has actively participated in the conversation can make the check. Depending on how the adventurers handled the conversation, the Persuasion, Deception

Hythonia the Cruel

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

sect of worshipers dedicated to Pharika previously hoarded secrets and engaged in dark rituals. Island of Potent Magic. Although Skathos’s location remains a mystery, stories tell of the island’s magical

ft., swim 40 ft. STR 21 (+5) DEX 17 (+3) CON 19 (+4) INT 14 (+2) WIS 16 (+3) CHA 18 (+4) Saving Throws Str +11, Con +10, Cha +10 Skills Deception

Nymphs

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

(+1) CON 14 (+2) INT 11 (+0) WIS 12 (+1) CHA 18 (+4) Skills Deception +6, Intimidation +6 Damage Resistances necrotic Damage Immunities poison Condition

aquatic home through sightings and stories, becoming a guardian of the place and, in effect, a manifestation of its personality. Aquatic Collectors. Curious by nature, naiads often seek out what the

Background

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

would never be fooled by such deception again. 6 I was poor or I feared becoming poor, so I learned the tricks I needed to keep myself out of poverty. Criminal d6 I became a criminal because … 1 I

I could make them laugh or cry with my stories or songs. 3 I ran away from home to follow a minstrel troupe. 4 I saw a bard perform once, and I knew from that moment on what I was born to do. 5 I

Outer City Gazetteer

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

returned, the structure was gone. Since then, the forested structure — which popular stories now refer to as Balduran’s Tomb — has been discovered three more times in the same fashion, each time in a

, its moldering halls reputedly still infested by the ghosts of the murdered Szarrs — though stories remain split as to whether the ghosts prey on the Gravemakers or aid them in their duty. Church of

Outer City Gazetteer

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

structure — which popular stories now refer to as Balduran’s Tomb — has been discovered three more times in the same fashion, each time in a different location, yet so far no one has been able to enter

of the murdered Szarrs — though stories remain split as to whether the ghosts prey on the Gravemakers or aid them in their duty. Church of Last Hope This combined chapel and asylum in the Twin Songs

Court of Air

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

wall hangings. These adornments vary from deity to deity, but generally include beautiful tapestries telling key stories of the relevant deity or framed, illuminated scriptures discussing and

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

Cove Reef

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

contains a hundred tiny white pearls (10 gp each), five large pink pearls (100 gp each), and a single black pearl (500 gp). Cove Reef Adventures You can create your own stories for adventuring at this site

Talnad’s Charisma (Deception) check discerns that she isn’t telling the whole truth. If the characters follow the merfolk into the gorge, Talnad and Valas lead the group to Allero and then attack. If the

Sword in the Shadows

compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Legends of Greyhawk: Secrets of the Free City

must work hard. He loves hearing stories about faraway places, though he is less appreciative of embellishment. He is confident he always has just the right map for just the right person. Getting a

Charisma (Persuasion or Deception) check. On a success, Onaivu agrees to speak with them, their eyes crinkling with amusement if deception is used. They share the following information: Bringing it

Wreck of the Marshal

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

from the Marshal, after which they share their knowledge of the ship’s original purpose and then fade into the afterlife. Wreck Adventures You can create your own stories for adventuring at this site

DC 18 Charisma (Deception or Persuasion) check convinces the mages to allow the characters to recover the statue for them. The wizards are willing to give 500 gp to the characters if they help with

Locations R - U

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

vaults. The castle they seek is rumored to hold maps that could prove useful in their search. Nirva and Jaral try not to overstay their welcome. After listening quietly to the locals’ stories, they bid

character dressed as a Blue Bear warrior or shaman can fool a ghost with a successful DC 12 Charisma (Deception) check. Although they can speak Bothii (the Uthgardt language), the dead Uthgardt

Eternal Garden Locations

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

challenge a willing character to a quick round. To win the game, a character must succeed on a DC 17 Charisma (Deception) check to out-bluff the dryads or a DC 17 Wisdom (Insight) check to catch them in a lie

stick or tool to set it off. What the Satyrs Know. If the characters share any juicy tidbits of gossip with the satyrs, such as the name of a secret crush, the satyrs respond with stories about other

Metallic Dragons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

) CHA 19 (+4) Saving Throws Dex +8, Con +14, Wis +10, Cha +11 Skills Deception +11, Perception +17, Stealth +8 Damage Immunities acid Senses blindsight 60 ft., darkvision 120 ft., passive

) DEX 12 (+1) CON 21 (+5) INT 18 (+4) WIS 15 (+2) CHA 17 (+3) Saving Throws Dex +6, Con +10, Wis +7, Cha +8 Skills Deception +8, Perception +12, Stealth

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