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Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
wherever it may arise.
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What use is vast knowledge or insight if it is not shared with those who can appreciate it?
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Although some are fascinated by words, I think numbers are the true
Responsibility. Having knowledge and power gives one a responsibility to those who have less of either. (Lawful)
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Noble Obligation. My superior experience, intellect, and insight give me a duty to
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
use is vast knowledge or insight if it is not shared with those who can appreciate it?
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Although some are fascinated by words, I think numbers are the true foundations of creation.
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power gives one a responsibility to those who have less of either. (Lawful)
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Noble Obligation. My superior experience, intellect, and insight give me a duty to mediate disputes when I can. (Good
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Basic Rules (2014)
’s mind. If you probe deeper, the target must make a Wisdom saving throw. If it fails, you gain insight into its reasoning (if any), its emotional state, and something that looms large in its mind
the creature—what is most on its mind in that moment. As an action, you can either shift your attention to another creature’s thoughts or attempt to probe deeper into the same creature
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
in your faction (though you can choose to do so), and it might enhance your status in the faction.
Skill Proficiencies: Insight and one Intelligence, Wisdom, or Charisma skill of your
knowledge, rather than brute force. Harper agents are often proficient in Investigation, enabling them to be adept at snooping and spying. They often seek aid from other Harpers, sympathetic bards and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
transformation. Deeper. Deeper and Deeper. Deeper and creeper. Creeping they come. Up from the place that isn’t a place. They come to feed. Feed on what I know. So I hide. I hide away. Away in the
−1 −1
Skills Arcana +3, Insight +4, Perception +4, Stealth +5
Senses Truesight 120 ft.; Passive Perception 14
Languages Undercommon
CR 2 (XP 450; PB +2)
Actions
Multiattack. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
of the divination pool, which high-ranking yuan-ti use to seek magical insight for their far-reaching plots. The yuan-ti have avoided moving into the original chambers of the complex, fearing the
undead there. Instead, they have expanded the complex by excavating deeper into the cliff side. The yuan-ti capture and sacrifice those who visit the tomb of Diderius. They are not above cutting a deal to save themselves, however.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
of the divination pool, which high-ranking yuan-ti use to seek magical insight for their far-reaching plots. The yuan-ti have avoided moving into the original chambers of the complex, fearing the
undead there. Instead, they have expanded the complex by excavating deeper into the cliff side. The yuan-ti capture and sacrifice those who visit the tomb of Diderius. They are not above cutting a deal to save themselves, however.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
A Bard’s Muse Naturally, every bard has a repertoire of songs and stories. Some bards are generalists who can draw from a wide range of topics for each performance, and who take pride in their
versatility. Others adopt a more personal approach to their art, driven by their attachment to a muse — a particular concept that inspires much of what those bards do in front of an audience. A bard who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
an action, you can either shift your attention to another creature’s thoughts or attempt to probe deeper into the same creature’s mind. If you probe deeper, the target must make a Wisdom saving throw
. If it fails, you gain insight into its reasoning (if any), its emotional state, and something that looms large in its mind (such as something it worries over, loves, or hates). If it succeeds, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
an action, you can either shift your attention to another creature’s thoughts or attempt to probe deeper into the same creature’s mind. If you probe deeper, the target must make a Wisdom saving throw
. If it fails, you gain insight into its reasoning (if any), its emotional state, and something that looms large in its mind (such as something it worries over, loves, or hates). If it succeeds, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
College of Whispers Most folk are happy to welcome a bard into their midst. Bards of the College of Whispers use this to their advantage. They appear to be like other bards, sharing news, singing
songs, and telling tales to the audiences they gather. In truth, the College of Whispers teaches its students that they are wolves among sheep. These bards use their knowledge and magic to uncover
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
comes in. A high Intelligence benefits this character, as does proficiency in skills such as Insight and Investigation. Masterminds often come from backgrounds such as acolyte, noble, or sage, that
give them a broad range of knowledge to support their schemes. Bards, rogues, and wizards are often drawn to this role. Safecracker. The “breaking” part of “breaking and entering” is the Safecracker’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
item No Frost brand Weapon Yes Helm of brilliance Wondrous item Yes Horn of Valhalla (bronze) Wondrous item No Instrument of the bards (Anstruth harp) Wondrous item Yes (bard) Ioun stone (absorption
) Wondrous item Yes Ioun stone (agility) Wondrous item Yes Ioun stone (fortitude) Wondrous item Yes Ioun stone (insight) Wondrous item Yes Ioun stone (intellect) Wondrous item Yes Ioun stone
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
facade begins to crack, and a downward spiral ensues. As the radiant idol sinks deeper into the realm of material power, it begins twisting its followers, leading them ever deeper into ominous ritualism
Deception +9, Insight +9, Perception +9, Persuasion +9
Damage Resistances radiant; bludgeoning, piercing, and slashing from nonmagical attacks
Condition Immunities charmed, exhaustion, frightened
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
a balcony, the other deeper into the tree.
Granny Nightshade’s workers sleep in these bunks. When the characters arrive, two children are present: Brottor (a 10-year-old male hill dwarf) and Pud (a
“Skabatha’s Minions” earlier in the chapter). Characters who are suspicious of Pud can make a DC 12 Wisdom (Insight) check; on a successful check, a character discerns that Pud is untrustworthy. (In
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
they like. They can try to find clues with the following actions: Search. A character can take the Search action and make a DC 16 Wisdom (Insight or Perception) check. On a success, the character
and speak or sign the passphrase “Cozmioko grins” in any language. Parting Gifts. Before the characters leave, Oliekintara gives them directions to Haskasori, a day’s journey deeper into the desert. If
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
) check contested by the monsters’ Wisdom (Insight) checks, and give the characters advantage on their checks if the deception is particularly well planned or roleplayed. If at least one character wins
the contest, the deception is a success. You may award XP for monsters fooled by the deception. As the party makes its way deeper into the castle, additional checks might be required, at your discretion.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
. Divinatory readings using cards modeled after the original Deck of Many Things are an important way to gain insight into the future and the fate that awaits the world. Arcana Those who undergo a rite of
initiation, which includes a solemn oath of secrecy, learn deeper truths that build upon the basic tenets of the group: Preexistent Souls. The souls of mortal beings have always existed and aren’t part of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
a century lamenting the fall of Vanrak Moonstar, his friend. As the dragon ages and becomes more powerful, his despair causes Vanrakdoom to sink deeper into the Shadowfell. Halaster has made no
sense, with a successful DC 20 Wisdom (Insight) check, that it’s of divine origin. (The moonlight is a blessing from Selûne, though there’s no way for the characters to confirm this.) Three successful
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Dexterity saving throw to keep their footing. The sound of wood splintering and trees falling echoes from deeper in the forest, but the tremor soon passes. In the aftermath of the battle and
region around Etizalan is suffering a spate of earthquakes and incursions from fiery monsters. Three days ago, Ameyali sent four of the town’s best warriors to seek insight from the Watchers of the Ashes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume Four
. Sometimes knights of the realm get the idea that they can expand the borders of their land and keep the wilds at bay simply by driving archons deeper into the wilds. Such efforts are futile; not only are
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Speed 60 ft., fly 90 ft.
STR
23 (+6)
DEX
17 (+3)
CON
20 (+5)
INT
14 (+2)
WIS
18 (+4)
CHA
18 (+4)
Saving Throws Con +10, Wis +9
Skills Insight +9, Perception +9
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
connection to the divine. This character might be the driving force behind the group’s quests, steering them according to divine will. Proficiency in skills such as Insight and Religion can help reflect
Persuasion (or sometimes Intimidation) and Religion can be useful for this character. Many clerics fill this role, but devout bards can also be effective Teachers. Some Teachers bring skills from the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
of the world, including advice on creating adventures and a deeper look at the nations of Khorvaire and the lands beyond it. Either of these books can be useful for a Dungeon Master who wants further
insight into the setting. The other books are largely tied to specific subjects. If you want to run a campaign in the mysterious lands of Xen’drik, Secrets of Xen’drik and City of Stormreach have a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
life force — and in return, they revert back to their free, formless nature for a time. After this mystical communion, many elves have a deeper understanding of their origin and a firmer grasp of
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye
buildings litter the area. Brackish water floods nearly half of the chamber, getting deeper toward a dark tunnel to the west.
Characters who have a passive Wisdom (Perception) score of 12 or higher notice
catacombs several months ago, whispering about strange rituals and secrets. Delvin. Chanelle saw a man matching Delvin’s description flee through the rotunda from deeper within the catacombs, pursued by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
magic, from malevolent warlocks to mad wizards, from deadly curses to magical power that draws those who wield it deeper into darkness. Sul Khatesh is subtler than the Rage of War. She empowers warlocks
30 (+10)
WIS
22 (+6)
CHA
25 (+7)
Saving Throws Con +12, Int +18, Wis +14, Cha +15
Skills Arcana +18, History +18, Insight +14, Religion +18
Damage Resistances cold, fire
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Realm. Using these encounters to supplement another table can hint at deeper threats that are just beginning to burst through the fabric of the multiverse. Fomorian Encounters d10† Encounter
, either by choice or because of geography. Sapient creatures might be drawn to stone giant artwork and stone shaping, or they might be caught in the giants’ passion for seeking truth and insight from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
group. If one or both of the kobolds from area M9 fled from there, they lurk deeper inside the tunnel behind Trex and his bodyguards. Trex is possessed by a ghost, though the characters won’t know this
13 Wisdom (Insight) check can tell that Trex is lying. The ghost controlling Trex wants safe access to Termalaine so that it can possess someone more powerful and influential than a kobold. If the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
, Yinark. A detect magic spell reveals an aura of divination magic around it. A creature seated on the throne has advantage on Wisdom (Insight) checks. For information on Wyllow, see the “Wyllow” section at
many gates, or he might mention creatures known to dwell on one of the deeper levels of Undermountain. If the characters attack him, Halaster retaliates in kind. 6h. Statuary The spiral staircase
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
the west, a door bearing a painted red “X” opens to a long hallway that leads deeper into the crossing.
Ashes and burn marks on the floor indicate past campfires. Remains of wooden chairs in the
enemies deeper in the Underdark and hid it in this enclave until they could decide what to do with it. They never figured out how to activate it. The erratic magic of the nearby Netherese obelisk
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
(Deception) check contested by the guards’ Wisdom (Insight) checks; if all the characters succeed, the guards are fooled and allow them to pass. If combat erupts here, two earth elementals burst up
interaction immediately reveals the illusion. G5. Underdark Entrance A hole in the back of this cave forms the mouth of a tunnel that plunges deeper into the earth. The tunnel is devoid of the luminous
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
characters to speak with the second mate, Kycera, in the galley (area Z3). A character who succeeds on a DC 14 Wisdom (Insight) check intuits that the two are uneasy about some of their crewmates. If the
remains. Ilren welcomes the characters to explore the Lambent Zenith’s wreck and make themselves at home, but a character who succeeds on a DC 17 Wisdom (Insight) check intuits that Ilren’s jolly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
offers to aid the characters. However, a character who succeeds on a DC 13 Wisdom (Insight) check intuits that while his offer of help is earnest, Hjoldak knows less than he claims. The jar is sealed
surmises that the goblin leader must be planning or working somewhere deeper within the outpost. Treasure. The room has two hidden stashes of treasure: a smaller compartment in the bed frame, and a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
descends deeper underground. Several landings on the staircase hold statues, and some bear doorways. The stairs end abruptly at a wall of tumbled boulders from some long-ago collapse.
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remains deeper in the temple. Help Needed. Nythalyn and Yanthdel ask the characters to capture Ontharyx. They’re reluctant to accompany the characters (or to send their retainers with the characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
are then highlighted in a new color of the character’s choice. Playing the Game. After every 10 minutes of playing, a character can make a DC 18 Dexterity (Sleight of Hand) or Wisdom (Insight) check
). Treasure. A character who searches the room finds curios worth 15,000 gp, a dagger of venom, a suit of demon armor, and an instrument of the bards (Anstruth harp), all designed with vulpine shapes






