deep into are book

Goose Mother

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

tell that these geese descend from a monstrous many-headed bird that dwells deep within the wilds. Though the knights of Eldraine consider its existence a myth, the folk of the wilds know that the

sprouted in place of the first. Enraged, the Goose Mother devoured the witch and rampaged deep into the wilds where it lives to this day. The Goose Mother lays one golden egg every hour, precisely on the

Haunted One

Backgrounds Curse of Strahd: Character Options

, Religion, or Survival Languages: Choose two, one of which must be Abyssal, Celestial, Deep Speech, Draconic, Infernal, Primordial, Sylvan, or Undercommon Equipment: A Monster Hunter's Pack;monster

. You escaped, but the hag still has a magical hold over you and fills your mind with evil thoughts. 8 You opened an eldritch tome and saw things unfit for a sane mind. You burned the book, but its

Book Description

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

Book Description The book, bound in black leather with “A Deep and Creeping Darkness” embossed on the thin spine, shows minimal signs of wear and tear other than a few pages creased through

A Deep and Creeping Darkness

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

A Deep and Creeping Darkness A Deep and Creeping Darkness An Adventure for 4th—level Characters Written by Sarah Madsen Developed & Edited by Michele Carter A Deep and Creeping Darkness came to

. Though appearing to be nothing more than a combination of diary and penny dreadful, the book satisfied the requirement of a unique work to grant that party entrance to Candlekeep. It chronicles the

Finding the Book

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

Finding the Book Characters receive a contract from a mining and exploration group to find out what happened to Vermeillon. Through divination magic, the speculators learned that a book in Candlekeep

holds clues to the mystery. They give the characters another book to use as a means of entrance, which gets them in … barely. The Avowed at the front gates are initially doubtful about the quality or

X30. Preserved Library

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

marble railing encloses a gold marble staircase that spirals gently down a thirty-foot-wide, thirty-foot-deep shaft to the north. Against the gray walls stand six ten-foot-tall, black marble bookcases

and empty pages. Holding a book while speaking its secret command word causes the book’s text to magically appear. Only the lich in area X27 knows the command word for each book, and only if its

A Treasury of Dragons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

A Treasury of Dragons This book insists on sorting dragons into little, understandable boxes as if the readers had only 100 years or so to live and their tiny baby-brains could hold only so much

introduction sets the scene for what’s to come in the rest of the book. It introduces the myth of the First World, created by Bahamut and Tiamat, then discusses the role that dragons play in the myths

Chapter 1: Fantastical Races

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse

the Player’s Handbook: Aarakocra Aasimar Bugbear Centaur Changeling Deep Gnome Duergar Eladrin Fairy Firbolg Genasi, Air Genasi, Earth Genasi, Fire Genasi, Water

of these races are based on creatures that appear in the Monster Manual or the bestiary of this book. Consult with your DM to see whether an option here is appropriate for your campaign. If you do use a race in this chapter, first read the “Creating Your Character” section below.

Descent into the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Descent into the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth

Descent into the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth Jodie Muir Deep in the Yatil Mountains lie the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth, formerly occupied by the legendary archmage Iggwilv the Witch Queen. Though

Quests from the Infinite Staircase. See that book for the full adventure. “Descent into the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth” is designed for four to six 9th-level characters.

Event 3: Singing Skull

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

Event 3: Singing Skull The remains of Yowen Pilt, the book seller who brought the book and its curse to Candlekeep, are hidden in a secret compartment in area F4. This event begins when his skull

compelled to hum Shemshime’s rhyme, they sing the words to the tune instead. You become aware that the song is not only in your head. Somewhere nearby, a deep and melodic voice is singing the words. The

Monster Conversions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

Monster Conversions Every monster in 2014 Monster Manual either appears in this book or has a CR-appropriate replacement. If you’re using material published prior to this book and are unable to

Fanatic Cyclops Cyclops Sentry Deep Gnome Scout Drow Priest Acolyte Drow Elite Warrior Gladiator Drow Mage Bandit Deceiver Drow Priestess of Lolth Fiend Cultist Duergar Spy Duodrone Modron Duodrone

Chapter 1: Acquisitions Incorporated

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

(dare we say) dragons. This book, created in concert with Wizards of the Coast, sets you up for success in your own fantasy-business endeavors. Chapter 1 provides an orientation for new franchise members

Acquisitions Incorporated world, founding members and characters from the company’s ongoing adventures. Appendix B details foes, from terrifying deep crows to infamous keg robots. Appendices C, D, and E conclude

Attack on the Great Library

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

Attack on the Great Library After delivering The Book of Inner Alchemy to the characters, an embarrassed member of the Avowed informs them that critical pages from the tome are missing. “My apologies

, seekers, but The Book of Inner Alchemy has been vandalized. This manual is said to grant untold power over life and death to anyone who can master its secrets … and last night, someone had the

76. Trial of the Octagon

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

inanimate remains embedded into the plastered walls. The lectern is held in place by four bolts set deep into the floor and is impervious to damage, spells, and attempts to move it. The book’s covers are

secured to the lectern with sovereign glue, preventing it from being easily removed. The eight-page book contains an eight-line nursery rhyme written by the Sewn Sisters in Infernal, with each page

Tale of Tragedy and Terror

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

Tale of Tragedy and Terror A Deep and Creeping Darkness tells the tale of a mountain village whose residents went missing over the course of several months. The book presents a series of vignettes

named in the book include Mayor Lei Duvezin, a kind and talented dwarf smith named Tormun, and his wife, Blenyss. Seventy years ago, an explosion rocked the platinum mine, collapsing the tunnels and

Voice of the Princess

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

hatred of the queen runs deep, as she’s unable to keep her scorn out of her voice. The princess insists that the characters free her, in exchange for which she will end “the scrivener’s curse” placed

Tale and tells the characters (truthfully)that she doesn’t know where those ruins are. (She knows that the ghost of the scrivener, whose name was Zyrian, still lingers where the book was found. She

Glory of the Giants

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

to make amends for his past villainy. One factor that influenced his change of heart was Bigby’s recurring encounters with Diancastra, a demigod revered by many giants. Throughout this book, we see

thought, and it introduces themes that reappear throughout the book: Annam’s retreat from his children, the giants’ fall from grace, and the hope some giants hold for a future restoration of their

Oozing Royalty

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

Oozing Royalty When the characters defeat the last group of oozes, but before they reach area 30, the Pudding King appears. The insane, slime-covered deep gnome points at you and cackles. “Devour

juices. The varnish also protects against water damage. A svirfneblin archmage named Lesla Carrowil authored both spellbooks. The wizard spells contained in each book are listed below; feel free to swap

Sharn Watch NPCs

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

aberrant dragonmark. Because of that treatment, Silaena harbors deep resentment for the dragonmarked houses and will occasionally take actions to inconvenience them. Thora Tavin of House Tarkanan is

Maira ir’Talan, a distant relative of the Lord Commander, leads the Blackened Book. A gifted diviner, Maira is a highly effective leader. What none know is that she’s also an agent of the Dreaming

Episode 1: Right Place, Wrong Heroes

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

Waterdeep. The adventure Waterdeep: Dragon Heist and the “Volo’s Waterdeep Enchiridion” section of that book (available at the DMs Guild as a separate download — www.dmsguild.com) provide a ton of

merchant in the South Ward survived an assassination attempt last night. A female half-elf was seen fleeing the scene, bearing a deep cut on her shoulder from a bodyguard’s blade. A 50 gp bounty has been

Immersive Storytelling

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

both the characters and the lords have come to terms with their differing outlooks and agendas. This style of gaming is deep, complex, and challenging. The focus isn’t on combat but on negotiations

proficiencies take precedence over combat bonuses. Feel free to change or ignore rules to fit the players’ roleplaying needs, using the advice presented in part 3 of this book. A WORLD TO EXPLORE Much

8: Traveler's Inn

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

. “Greetings,” the dwarf says in a deep voice. “Are you looking to book a bed for the night?” The dwarf is Haldryck, the innkeeper. Dario Jelusic Haldryck Dwarf Innkeeper Stat Block

Eberron and the Multiverse

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

Eberron and the Multiverse It is theoretically possible to travel between Eberron and other worlds in the multiverse by means of the Deep Ethereal or various spells designed for planar travel, but

the Ring of Siberys is intact, and contact between Eberron and the worlds and planes beyond its cosmology is impossible. This is the default assumption of this book. On the other hand, you might want

Gods of the Yuan-ti

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

the Night Serpent prefer to threaten and torture them, the better to feed and strengthen the goddess. See chapter 3 of this book for more information on yuan-ti malison nightmare speakers. Merrshaulk

Though the Master of the Pit is not conscious, neither is he entirely dormant. Mirroring the fate of yuan-ti in the world, Merrshaulk entered a deep slumber when the serpent folk left the surface and

Trench of Love Lost Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

Trench of Love Lost Locations The following locations are keyed to map 12.2. Map 12.2: trench of love lostView Player Version T1: Trench The trench is 200 feet deep. At the bottom is the wreck of

and to the sides of the platform are four deep, rounded alcoves. A spectral, armored figure with blazing emerald eyes appears from behind the throne and advances. “More fools of Djaynai? I’m the

Introduction

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

Introduction Welcome to Tales from the Yawning Portal. Within this book you will find seven of the deadliest dungeons from the history of D&D, updated for the current edition of the game. Some are

Portal dims to a deep crimson, adventurers from across the Sword Coast—and even some visiting from other D&D worlds—spin tales and rumors of lost treasures. A wanderer from the distant Shou Empire

Chapter 1: Playing the Game

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

, Castle Ravenloft towers before you. Crumbling towers of stone—perhaps abandoned guardhouses—loom over the approach. Beyond them, you see a gaping chasm disappearing into deep fog below. A lowered

interaction, exploration, and combat. Rules Glossary If you read a rules term in this book and want to know its definition, consult the rules glossary, which is appendix C. This chapter provides an

Giantkind Encounters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

(see chapter 4) †Monsters marked with a dagger (†) appear in Monsters of the Multiverse. Roll a d10 if you don’t have that book. *See chapter 6. Death Giant Encounters The Death Giant Encounters

Shadowfell and other places where death’s influence is strong †Monsters marked with a dagger (†) appear in Monsters of the Multiverse. Roll a d8 if you don’t have that book. *See chapter 6. Death

Inquiries in Candlekeep

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

books for several scholars at the same time, Ramilir guesses that he must have accidentally taken The Scrivener’s Tale instead of a book intended for another scholar, then placed the unrecognized tome in

spells. The Princess of the Shadow Glass has the ability to misdirect such inquiries. The Scrivener’s Tale. Questions asked about the book with commune or divination spells yield only the information

15. Valtagar's Quarters

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

, Valtagar Steelshadow (see below) is reading his spellbook — a bound stack of mithral plates. The book rests atop a stout, stone lectern in the middle of the room. Golem. Standing in the south corner is an

host of monsters that once haunted the Deep Mines. That act of slaughter corrupted Fazrian. After slaying many monsters, it decapitated the cleric and installed itself as lord of the Deep Mines

18. Berlain's Suite

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

lectern with an open book resting on it. Tapestry. A tapestry covering the east wall shows a tentacled creature from nightmare stuffing a number of naked, terrified humanoids into its black maw

as experimental subjects. Berlain is an archmage, with these changes: Berlain is a chaotic evil aberration who speaks Common, Deep Speech, Grell, and Undercommon. She has the polymorph spell prepared

Important Members

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

the ones Bak Mei entrusted to attack Candlekeep and obtain the pages he needed from The Book of Inner Alchemy. Bak Mei Lawful evil human monk (age 70) Bak Mei was once an agile and skilled Shou monk

black sash over a form-fitting black shirt and trousers. Personality Trait. “I judge others by their actions. Words mean nothing.” Ideal. “Knowledge. The Book of Inner Alchemy will help me leave behind

Scholar of Impossibilities

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel

to climb the stone wall to the 10-foot-wide, 25-foot-deep crag above. The space within is cramped, with a 6-foot-high ceiling. This forces the baernaloth (see Morte’s Planar Parade) inside to contort

cleft surrounded by foul, bleeding runes. Inside is the Book of Vile Darkness. Secrets of Eternity If a character agrees to let the Scholar share a forbidden secret, the baernaloth requests that the

Woodland Pool

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Uni and the Hunt for the Lost Horn

through the portal in the northeast corner of the map is transported into a demiplane (see the “Inside the Crystal Ball” section below). Pool Depth. The pool is 10 feet deep near the waterfall. The

the characters question Grump at that point, the bugbear reveals that Kelek used a book to find the nearby portal. The book includes instructions on using a unicorn’s horn to ritually cast a Wish spell

Haunted Tomb

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

returns to its place in the coffin if no one remains in this room. Treasure The chest contains ruined cloth and the sodden remains of a book, but it also has a false wooden bottom. Someone who succeeds on

a DC 10 Intelligence (Investigation) check notices the bottom is several inches higher than the chest should be deep. Within is a gold chain and locket with a portrait of a lovely half-elf female etched in profile on the inside (100 gp) and two rings of braided silver and electrum (25 gp each).

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