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Yuan-ti Pureblood
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body, thought, and emotion. Freed from the limitations of their human bodies, the yuan-ti used their new abilities to conquer new lands and expand their borders.
One Race, Many Forms
The bodies of all
interest of maintaining the strength of their personal bloodline.
The yuan-ti have abandoned their humanity and consider non-serpentine humanoids to be lesser creatures, barely more civilized than
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
The Mists The Mists can always be found at a domain’s borders but can also appear in dense banks that rise wherever adventures demand. Such banks might veil strangers or hidden foes, or they can
wherever these wicked forces desire. The Dark Powers also grant Darklords limited ability to manipulate the Mists surrounding their domains, allowing most to open or close their domains’ borders to
Kobold
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invasion and oppression. Although individually they are timid and shy away from conflict, kobolds are dangerous if cornered, vicious when defending their eggs, and notorious for the dangerous
, designed to collapse under the weight of any creature heavier than a kobold. On occasion, the route through a kobold lair runs along a ledge that borders a cavern or a crevasse, and the kobolds might
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
8. Park-and-Ride The duergar searched area 8a for treasure but didn’t find anything of interest. They also failed to detect the secret door to area 8b. 8a. Donkey Dummies Frescoes. The walls are
carved with frescoes depicting dwarves defending their mountain homes against ankhegs, purple worms, umber hulks, and other burrowing monsters. (Hidden behind a fresco of a dwarf battling a bulette is a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
, becoming like the gods in body, thought, and emotion. Freed from the limitations of their human bodies, the yuan-ti used their new abilities to conquer new lands and expand their borders. One Race
interest of maintaining the strength of their personal bloodline. The yuan-ti have abandoned their humanity and consider non-serpentine humanoids to be lesser creatures, barely more civilized than
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
expressed interest in excavating and restoring the previous site of the grippli village, a mile from its present location. Pond Mother saw no reason to refuse them, since their motives were seemingly
Jans will transport the characters as far as he can, then drop them off just outside the crab maze that borders the community before turning back south.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
interested not only in punitive justice, but also in the establishment of fair and equitable relationships among people and gods, in service to the common good. He also takes an interest in the bonds of
mysterious being who is capable of sealing the borders between the mortal world and the divine realm of Nyx. Kruphix is perhaps the only being who can impose limits on the other gods’ actions, which makes Heliod resent and fear the god of horizons.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
associates only with other initiates. The only way the person will talk to the characters is if the characters show (real or feigned) interest in becoming initiates themselves. Perhaps the person has
public sentiment against the characters in retaliation for the characters’ unwanted interest in the cult’s business. The hierophant claims the characters are forces of instability and blames them for all
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
the best of mortals. That said, the reason for his initial interest in a champion isn’t always obvious. What made the sun god turn his attention to you? What sets you apart from the masses of people
, you swore an oath to end some great evil.
6 You have no idea why Heliod showed interest in you, and you might sometimes wish he hadn’t.
Devotion to Heliod Following Heliod means devoting
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
are divided into three types of duty and armed appropriately for the task before them: Alamon. Rugged forces of wanderers patrol Akros’s borders, defending against invasion or attack by monsters that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
even the northern metropolises of Baldur’s Gate and Waterdeep, its influence is curtailed by the unwillingness of its rulers to work together in the nation’s best interest. The members of the Council
of Five are fairly unified and tight-fisted in their control of Amn, but their ability to affect events outside their own borders is limited because they can’t agree enough on major matters of foreign
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
. These monks seek the secrets of life by studying death itself. It is the condition of being dead that concerns them most, and not what lies beyond; the afterlife holds little interest for them. Their
monasteries are full of decaying, dying, and dead animal and plant specimens, which they study with detached interest. They frequently purchase rare specimens from adventurers and merchants that they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Crew Territories The fact that city’s numerous crews can be based on both geographical and professional communities means that their territories often overlap or stretch beyond the borders of any
kitchen tables, and have little interest in banners and sigils. Still, there’s no denying that certain crews dominate certain corners of the city. Sometimes this is the result of a community forming its
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
Crew Territories The fact that city’s numerous crews can be based on both geographical and professional communities means that their territories often overlap or stretch beyond the borders of any
kitchen tables, and have little interest in banners and sigils. Still, there’s no denying that certain crews dominate certain corners of the city. Sometimes this is the result of a community forming its
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
2. Captured Troglodytes The cracked bones and skulls of small creatures hunted by the troglodytes litter the tunnels leading to this area, marking the borders of territory that once belonged to their
with the troglodytes on a rudimentary level. Getting a message across in this way requires a successful DC 15 Charisma (Performance) check. If the characters show no interest in aiding them, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
, calling them in when it suits them — often with interest. Rivalries exist between kingpins, and their territorial borders shift constantly. As long as these internal feuds don’t disrupt Guild
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
undead masters, destroying some of Szass Tam’s lich zulkirs and thinning the ranks of other undead. Little is known of the conflict beyond Thay’s borders, however. In this quiet civil war, both sides
await any who oppose him. Rath Modar’s Ambition One such Red Wizard exile is Rath Modar, an illusionist of great skill who long ago made the Sword Coast his home. Having a natural interest in dragons
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
, calling them in when it suits them — often with interest. Rivalries exist between kingpins, and their territorial borders shift constantly. As long as these internal feuds don’t disrupt Guild
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
masters, destroying some of Szass Tam’s lich zulkirs and thinning the ranks of other undead. Little is known of the conflict beyond Thay’s borders, however. In this quiet civil war, both sides fear that
who oppose him. Rath Modar’s Ambition One such Red Wizard exile is Rath Modar, an illusionist of great skill who long ago made the Sword Coast his home. Having a natural interest in dragons, it wasn’t
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
masters, destroying some of Szass Tam’s lich zulkirs and thinning the ranks of other undead. Little is known of the conflict beyond Thay’s borders, however. In this quiet civil war, both sides fear that
who oppose him. Rath Modar’s Ambition One such Red Wizard exile is Rath Modar, an illusionist of great skill who long ago made the Sword Coast his home. Having a natural interest in dragons, it wasn’t
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
. Their own behavior sometimes borders on the bizarre and can be disturbing — they once turned two rival sects of Malarites into rabbits for disturbing Longsaddle with their squabbles, leaving them at the
stressed enough that while the Harpells have little interest in the daily running of Longsaddle, it is undeniably their town. They rarely suffer insults, and never tolerate violence against themselves
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Correspondence In some domains, the residents are aware that realms exist beyond the Mists, but most have little interest in lands beyond their own. The Darklords’ obsessions distract them from concerns
about the nature of their domains or what lies beyond the Mists. This preoccupation, along with the lack of shared borders or reliable travel, means that mercantile ventures and military conquests
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
replaced by respectable, local guards who have a personal interest in the defense of Neverwinter. This public sentiment has led to some neighborhoods organizing their own makeshift militias, and the Lord
defending the makeshift Wall from threats out of the Chasm prove themselves capable of becoming a proper military force. Both Baldur’s Gate and Waterdeep have offered to help train the new guards of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
interest and responsibility), suggested domains for clerics who serve the god, and a common symbol of the god. Several of the gods in the table are described below. Avatar of Moradin Dwarf Deities (The
lead from the front. When defending a stronghold, they guard the walls and lead sorties against enemy positions. When an external threat is near, the priests plan guerrilla raids to disrupt invaders
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
fighting, and I refined my talents by defending myself against people who crossed me. 6 I could always pick up just about any weapon and know how to use it effectively. Monk d6 I became a monk
beyond civilization’s borders. 5 I met a grizzled ranger who taught me woodcraft and the secrets of the wild lands. 6 I served in an army, learning the precepts of my profession while blazing trails
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
defending him when the Six operatives arrive — as they do only moments later. See “Operatives of the Six” below for more information on the fight with the mind flayer Szorrulax and its minions. Right
, making sure that Bracus is in the blast if the lizardfolk is alive. The mind flayer prioritizes killing Bracus before turning to other targets, but it has no interest in a fair fight. It uses plane shift
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Points of Interest Beyond Saltmarsh are a number of locations that characters can visit. Providing in-depth detail in for all of them is beyond the scope of this book, but enough information is
overlooks the forest it borders. A few farms cluster around it, the locals relying on the royal garrison to keep them safe from marauders. Burle’s most distinctive feature is the small copse of trees
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
the warforged were, though, House Cannith never lost interest in building a better titan. Cyre didn’t lose its desire for deadly weapons that could give it an edge over its enemies, and tremendous
twisted will, defending the interior of the colossus and giving voice and form to the docent’s otherwise disembodied intelligence. A Deadly Dungeon. House Cannith’s artisans lined the interior of each
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
chambers. The Black Network disguises its ownership of the inn to avoid unwanted attention. The organization also has a vested interest in maintaining the prosperity of Yartar. Minor Factions A number of
once sheltered three great elven realms beneath its boughs. Many tribes of wood elves — and a few moon elves — still protect the ruined monuments to their golden age. Few beyond the borders of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
temples of its many gods, several organizations operate across national borders in pursuit of their goals. Some of these organizations could serve as patrons or allies of adventurers in a Greyhawk
maintain strongholds along the border with Ket, most of their energy is spent defending against giants and dragons in the western mountains. The Watchers are sworn to an ascetic and disciplined code
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
hours without tiring. Others might bristle at her temerity, but she usually gets what she wants. B6. Town Hall Bryn Shander’s town hall is the largest building that borders the central square. It is
stay on credit and then presenting them with a bill inflated by interest charges after they earn their next payday. Those who don’t settle their accounts discover that the former mercenary doesn’t take
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
, to serve as guards on the tribe’s most distant borders or as hunters that wander beyond those borders. As such, the stone giants that are first encountered by outsiders are almost always the least
interest in how soon Annam’s return comes to pass — they all want to live to see it. Some individuals gain a measure of immortality for themselves by merging with elemental forces. These storm giant
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
are keyed to map 15.1. Mike Schley Map 15.1: Harrowhall View Player Version 1: Moat and Walls A 30-foot-high wall borders Harrowhall, surrounded by a 20-foot-wide, 15-foot-deep, dry moat. The
being surprised by the behir when it attacks. The behir fights to the death, defending its hunting grounds. 13: Library Three phase spiders lair in this room and attack any creature that enters. This
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
. The revenant is clad in tattered chain mail that affords the same protection as leather armor. The revenant was a knight of the Order of the Silver Dragon, which was annihilated defending the valley
they leave it alone, read: More ravens begin to take an interest in you. Before long, their numbers swell, and soon hundreds of them are watching you. The ravens fly away if attacked. If they are left
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
minds.
14. Unfinished Guest Room Dark green tiles cover the floor and ceiling of this room, forming an incomplete mosaic that depicts sahuagin warriors defending an underwater city from a tentacled
(5d8) cold damage on a failed save, or half as much on a successful one. 18. Secret Room This plain room contains several items of interest.
A leather cloak hangs on a peg on the wall to your right