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Oghma

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

Oghma The Binder, the Lord of Knowledge Oghma is the god of inspiration, invention, and knowledge. Above all else, Oghma represents knowledge in its most supreme, raw form — the idea. An aphorism

cited by his faithful about this concept serves them as a prayer when it is repeated aloud: “An idea has no heft but it can move mountains. An idea has no authority but it can dominate people. An idea

Random Complications

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Complication 1 An angry guest with a costume identical to a character’s accuses them of stealing the idea. 2 A flirtatious guest decides these interesting characters deserve to be introduced to

3. Determine Ability Scores

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

idea of randomly determining ability scores, you can use the following scores instead: 15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8. Now take your six numbers and write each number beside one of your character’s six

divide the result by 2 (round down). Write the modifier next to each of your scores. BUILDING BRUENOR, STEP 3 Bob decides to use the standard set of scores (15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8) for Bruenor’s

Nylea as Campaign Villain

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

Theros, drawing in multiple gods and threatening the idea of civilization itself. Player characters who are champions of other gods could find themselves marked for death by hunters who have a grudge

the polis of Meletis expands, clearing new land for houses and crops, Nylea decides to punish the polis and destroy it if necessary. Animated trees topple the walls, and Nyxborn beasts invade the city

Plot Points

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

discuss his or her idea with everyone else at the table and get feedback before settling on a plot development. Option 2: The Plot Thickens Whenever a player spends a plot point, the player to his or her

right must add a complication to the scene. For example, if the player who spends the plot point decides that her character has found a secret door, the player to the right might state that opening the

The Khoravar

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

check (DC 10) to understand the full meaning of a statement. While some Khoravar prefer to follow their own paths, many espouse the idea of “the bridge between:” encouraging Khoravar to facilitate

communication and cooperation between members of different cultures or species. Such Khoravar often become mediators, diplomats, translators, or bards. Others are fascinated by their distant connection to

Milil

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

the music. He represents the finished thought, the result of the process that takes an idea from conception to realization. Milil is most venerated by bards, troubadours, and other entertainers, but

Using Your Journal

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

decides to keep the cameo, which was intended as a bit of embellishment. You make a note of it in your journal. Months later, while planning a future session, you flip through the journal and are

. Adventure Stockpile Besides tracking each session of your campaign, keep a list of adventure ideas. Even if you don’t end up using every adventure idea, having a stockpile will keep you ready for

Khoravar

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

shared; these meals are a great chance to hear about local events and opportunities. Many Khoravar espouse the idea of “the bridge between,” the notion that the Khoravar are called to facilitate

communication and cooperation between members of different cultures or species. Khoravar who follow this philosophy often become bards, diplomats, mediators, or translators. Others are fascinated by their

3. Determine Ability Scores

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

save time or don’t like the idea of randomly determining ability scores, you can use the following scores instead: 15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8. Now take your six numbers and write each number beside one of

from the ability score and then divide the result by 2 (round down). Write the modifier next to each of your scores. BUILDING BRUENOR, STEP 3 Bob decides to use the standard set of scores (15, 14

48. Shagambi's Tomb

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

this area: Nervous Unkh suggests that her host leave the tomb at once using one of the teleportation runes, though she can’t decide which rune is best. Impulsive Wongo thinks it’s a good idea to shatter

heaped around Shagambi’s bones: 200 gp, five moonstones (50 gp each), the fine music box activated by the trap (250 gp), and an instrument of the bards (Canaith mandolin). The instrument turns to dust and

Complications and Rivals

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

Complications and Rivals The franchise and downtime activities introduced in this section all incorporate the idea that such activities can introduce ongoing complications to the campaign, and that

the orc army camping in the characters’ territory is revealed to have been invited there by a competing franchise. Other complications might draw a rival in, as when a greedy noble decides they want

Citadel Adbar

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

travelers must confront the great pair of iron doors known as the Caravan Door. Like the rest of Citadel Adbar, this gate has never been breached. Mention the idea of that happening to an Adbarran dwarf

known written copies have ever been reported. Only a privileged few non-dwarves have ever heard the Dirge in its entirety, and dwarf bards who want to perform this epic must demonstrate great skill in

Guild Membership

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica

philosophical objections to the very idea of guilds. The so-called guildless are especially common in areas that might be considered rural: places farther from the heart of the city and the larger exurban

prerequisites can apply for the position. Ultimately, the DM decides whether a character qualifies for such a role, with a certain renown score as a minimum requirement. Several guilds provide a salary among

Example of Play

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

right down the middle. Do you want to go single file or two abreast? Phillip: I don’t love the idea of stepping across the stream. Let’s go single file, staying on this side of the water. (Everyone

wound you. The other one has lost any interest in fighting, and it starts running away. Now it’s Auro’s turn. 7 It’s not Shreeve’s turn, but the DM decides to allow the Goliath Fighter to step

The Seldarine

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

finish a long rest — a miracle celebrated by elves of all sorts except drow. (The DM decides whether an elf can manifest this miracle.) Dark elves find this ability to be terrifying and characterize

be with. Stories of Hanali’s romantic adventures among elves and other mortals are perennial favorites when sung by elf bards and poets. In Arvandor, Hanali maintains a hidden pool called Evergold

Lair Locations

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

Primordial if the characters want to join them in a game of rock tossing. If the characters don’t understand their words, the galeb duhr try to get the idea across through pantomime. The goal of the game is

clasps an Instrument of the Bards (Ollamh harp), which she acquired in her youth. Taking the harp, plucking one of its strings, or removing the glass key from around Yemi’s neck ends the Sequester spell

Grimskalle Locations (G15-G23)

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

overwhelming and routing the enemy, Bjornhild decides to take over their camp and wait for Elk hunting parties to return so she can slaughter them and take their food as well. As a result, the

surroundings. Tell the other players that none of the remaining party members have any idea where the missing party member went, and their memories of the past 24 hours are cloudy at best. Even if the

Headquarters Features

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

malfunctioning magic, and so forth. The DM approves the headquarters concept and decides how large or small the initial structure can be, as well as any useful features. DMs and players can work together

peering out through the statue’s large eyes. When the terrain is cluttered or subject to combat conditions, it can be hard to avoid creatures or objects smaller than a large building. A good idea is to swim

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