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Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
out new defenses?
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Give me a storied helmet or scimitar over a pile of gold any day.
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No creature can outsmart my defensesâif they do, they obviously cheated.
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Any creature
they win.
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A sapphire dragonâs lair is so well protected that its inner defenses have never been tested. The dragon spreads rumors of the treasures within to attract adventurers who can put
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
close without arousing suspicion. Once in a position to observe, the dragon studies the day-to-day life of local folk, with a keen interest in any magical phenomena.
Emerald dragons&rsquo
their way to avoid interacting with other intelligent creatures. However, their interest in history and culture occasionally gets the better of them, prompting them to seek some engagement with the folk
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
arousing suspicion. Once in a position to observe, the dragon studies the day-to-day life of local folk, with a keen interest in any magical phenomena.
Emerald dragonsâ attentiveness to unusual
avoid interacting with other intelligent creatures. However, their interest in history and culture occasionally gets the better of them, prompting them to seek some engagement with the folk of the world
Backgrounds
Guildmastersâ Guide to Ravnica
advancing civilization, nature needs some help from biomancers and terraformers. If, along the way, you happen to create super-soldiers and mutant monsters that can bolster the combineâs defenses
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Iâm eager to explain every detail of my most intricate experiments and theories to anyone who shows the least bit of interest.
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I assume that everyone needs even the most basic
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Solamnia. Marshal Vendri. Ever pragmatic, Marshal Vendri is wary the Dragon Army might soon return, and she seeks ways to reinforce the cityâs defenses. She also plans to send agents to Maelgoth and
learned they work well together, and with such radically different fields of interest, theyâre fascinated by the prospect of collaborating in the future. They plan to return to Rookledustâs workshop
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurerâs Guide
route. The Knights of Samular also show interest in restoring their outpost at Thornhold as a prelude to sorties into the Mere, and there is talk that these desires may lead to a curious alliance
gathering supplies and reinforcing Thornholdâs defenses. Stoneshaft dwarves can taste the wealth, bustling energy, and constant excitement of nearby Waterdeep, and want to share in it. They donât want to be
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
win.
8 A sapphire dragonâs lair is so well protected that its inner defenses have never been tested. The dragon spreads rumors of the treasures within to attract adventurers who can put the traps
the defenses of the dragonâs lair and hoard. Sapphire Dragon Wyrmling Connections d6 Connected Creatures
1 After being robbed by gnomes who had pledged to protect the hoard, a sapphire
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
with repeated ambushes. Emerald dragons frequently lay traps and alarms at the entrance points to their lairs, with older (and more paranoid) dragons employing several layers of such defenses. Map 5.8
their creators abandoned them, taking great interest in the artifacts and architecture they left behind. Visitors who manage to convince the dragon they are not a threat are treated to a tour of the vaults, with the dragon acting like the curator of a museum.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
a longer talk from an industrial or civic leader on a topic of general interest. Attendants often bring meals to eat while on a break from their jobs. Epharaâs face is a common sight in cities. Marble
the small seaside city of Altrisos. Recently weakened by a triton raid, the city had no defenses left and would be destroyed by an attack. The people prayed to Ephara, and the large image of her face
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Menzoberranzan, and he takes an interest in the adventurers â particularly if they travel with Grin Ousstyl. If the characters agree to meet with Jarlaxle in House DoâUrden, read the following when they first
, Jarlaxle gives them whatever aid he can short of doing their âdirty workâ for them. If the characters mention Vizeran DeVir, Jarlaxleâs interest is piqued, for he thought Vizeran was dead. He warns them
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
commanderâs eye for defense. They appreciate the solidity of cliff-side caves or stone fortresses, often reinforcing existing defenses with clever traps and bulwarks. At the same time, bronze dragons
, Fireflash is a gregarious and inquisitive bronze dragon with a keen interest in other species, especially dwarves and elves. During the War of the Lance, he was one of the first to answer the call
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 didnât lose its desire for deadly weapons that could give it an edge over its enemies, and tremendous
though a colossus has fallen, its docent nodes and elemental defenses might still be active. The dragonshards that once bound the elemental that powered the colossusâs main weapon might have been
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
Border Ethereal, where it appears as any other structure from the Material Plane: ghostly and immaterial. A group of four star spawn manglers (see appendix A) lurk in the mists surrounding this chamber
and attack anyone who enters. The only object of interest here is the ruinstone a fiery red crystal the size of a human palm, which is clasped in the maw of a snake-shaped pedestal. The pedestal is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
area for villagers hoping to see the mayor, this room holds little of interest. The chairs are infested with rodents; mouse holes and droppings are obvious with a simple glance. The desk on the front
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This room belonged to the mayorâs daughter, Nia. It contains nothing of interest. H8. Master Bedroom A double bed sits beneath the windows along the far wall. A fireplace occupies one corner, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
vault doors, and other defenses. When the characters enter the orrery vault, read: Statues of human-sized brass dragons stand at the center of the vault, their heads pointed at a globe of light hovering
destroy it ⊠well, then, you have piqued my interest.
My name is Lottie. Find me if
you can. Loose Ends If the characters kill the clockwork dragons without talking to them, the constructs are able
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
manner of Underdark denizens, this maze forms part of Menzoberranzanâs defenses as well as its underworld â a dangerous place for dark dealings and clandestine meetings. The Dark Dominion is a great
. Clandestine Meeting The party happens upon a meeting between a drow house representative and some outside business interest. The drow is escorted by 1d4 â 1 bugbear bodyguards. The individual with whom the drow
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
they present the box to her, she snatches it out of their hands and studies it closely. She takes similar interest in the Shield of the Hidden Lord (which she calls âthe Shield of Gargauthâ), but avoids
touching it. CANDLEKEEP DEFENSES
Attacking Candlekeep would be foolhardy. Although most of the monks are simple scholars, a few are powerful spellcasters. If any trouble occurs, an archmage and 1d4
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
mounts. As a cartographer, you have a sharp eye for detail and take an interest in people, history, and natural features. You help advance your franchise by discovering and mapping new locations or
a magical bubble and are pulled into the Border Ethereal (see chapter 2 of the Dungeon Masterâs Guide). During the ritual, you tell a story of your future journey, relating details of what will be
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
await the atropalâs apotheosis, when the downfall of civilization promises an abundance of souls to harvest. The Sewn Sisters spy on intruders from the Border Ethereal. Any character who can perceive
the cage. If the characters take an interest in the skeleton gate, the dolls reveal what they know about it: Five skeleton keys are needed to unlock the skeleton gate. Each key looks like an animated
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
tiny spiders move through the webs.
All parts of this room are engulfed in sheets of webs. The cabin contains nothing of interest, and the spiders pose no threat. 9. Spider Chambers This room is filled
scuttle for cover. These areas contain nothing of interest. 10. Unholy Shrine The floor of this chamber is covered with runes written in blood. A circle has been carved into the floorâs wooden planks
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
might weaken some of Omuâs defenses. If the characters have no way to reach the earthmote when they first encounter it â or at least, no way for everyone to reach it â eventually they spot an elf
their entire expedition. Valindra assures characters that their companions will be safe on the ground. The lich has no interest in killing the characters as long as thereâs any chance they could be
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
aware of the charactersâ interest in accessing these hidden memories, she offers to perform a ritual that creates a dreamscape in which the hollyphantâs memories can be perceived. For Mad Maggie, the
gripping you tightly, overwhelming you with a horrible sense of loss.
âDonât let the sludge consume you!â says Mad Maggieâs disembodied voice. âYou must push through her defenses. She must look
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Adventure Atlas: The Mortuary
Level Calder Moore A swirling pool of unruly apparitions stirs beneath the Spirit Sump Unlike cities on the worlds of the Material Plane, Sigil doesnât border the Ethereal Plane, a hazy realm roamed
, characters journey to the Nevervault, a hazardous containment crypt deep beneath the Mortuary for creatures that should be dead but somehow arenât. The defenses for the vault and several threats within are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurerâs Guide
even the northern metropolises of Baldurâs Gate and Waterdeep, its influence is curtailed by the unwillingness of its rulers to work together in the nationâs best interest. The members of the Council
cultivated. The elves have no interest in looting the cities of fallen Lapaliiya, but neither are they willing to allow âadventurersâ free access to those lands through their territory. Halruaa. Once
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
nothing of interest. B4. Main Room This room contains lingering smells of burnt wood and flesh. You also catch the faint odor of wine. Snow has fallen through holes in the roof, then been pushed into
the party is dead and trapped as a spirit in the Border Ethereal, nothing more can be done with the device until someone else comes along who can attune to it. Fortunately for the characters, they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
room. The coral fountain spouts fresh water (see âTreasureâ), which the giants drink from their conch shells. The giant visitors know better than to start a fight in here. They have no interest in
Maelstromâs defenses. At the same time, Mirran confronts the adventurers in area 3, tells them that their request for an audience with Serissa has been granted, and leads them into area 2, where Vaal, Tartha
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
field of fire over the terrace before the castle gates. Two goblins with shortbows stand near the arrow slit.
Cragmaw Castleâs main defenses are its secret location and the appearance of having been
entrance. Otherwise, this area contains nothing of interest or value. C12: Guard Quarters Four armored Humanoids stand around a stone brazier full of coals that glows in the middle of this small barrack
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
(see appendix C) and a handful of apprentice mages. Apart from their ability to fly, the tressym behave like normal house cats. If one or more characters show an interest in the tressym, Krowen offers to
to form the west border of the Silver Marches. Mithral Hall, one of the strongest dwarfholds of the North, lies deep within the Frost Hills, as do various Uthgardt encampments. Gauntlgrym Once a great
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
successful DC 20 Dexterity check using thievesâ tools. Trunk 1 is locked. It contains 7,200 sp. Trunk 2 is locked. It contains nothing. Trunk 3 is unlocked and has no defenses. At the bottom is a sack
with mother-of-pearl (worth 100 gp apiece). Trunk 6 is unlocked and has no defenses. It contains 1,300 ep. Trunk 7 is locked. It contains ten fine ivory tusks each weighing 5 pounds and worth 150 gp
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
the Shieldâs residents that the giants had no interest in the village. It merely stood in their path. Suggested Encounter After hearing of the fire giantsâ âattackâ on Mornbrynâs Shield, Zhentarim
bridge has been destroyed, and the townâs defenses have been torn down. Within the town walls, now breached in several places, are piles of debris that were once shops, taverns, inns, and festhalls
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
know how many pieces of the obelisk exist. The mind flayers direct characters who express interest in worship to the adjacent feeding room (area X11). The mind flayers donât prolong the discussion, and
slaadi came through the rift from a Far Realm site they call Spawn Hollow. The denizens of Illithinoch donât have much interest in this room and thus leave the slaadi alone. The slaadi mistake this
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
would-be invaders. If Adbarâs defenses should ever prove inadequate, the dwarves have created a secret evacuation tunnel that stretches for hundreds of miles, connecting to passages that lie under
Road hugs the west border of the valley, which is hemmed in on the east by the High Forest and the Forlorn Hills. The valley is dotted with settlements, farms, and isolated homesteads, yet most of it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
and tales. High Marshal Methrammar AerasumĂ©, the cityâs lord, resides in a tall, slender palace on the east side of the city and commands Silverymoonâs knight-defenders. The cityâs magical defenses
world from the Border Ethereal and attacks any trespassers that it sees, first using its Horrifying Visage action, and then its Possession and Withering Touch. If it succeeds in possessing a creature
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
Azorius Senate. For decades, she worked in almost complete anonymity, her gifts unappreciated. But with the senate displaying an increased interest in the talents of precognitive mages, Geetra has been
isnât transformed.
Psychic Defenses. Unless Lazav is incapacitated, he is immune to magic that allows other creatures to read his thoughts, determine whether he is lying, know his alignment, or know
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
layout and defenses, but heâs not inclined to share information with strangers. As soon as he hears a door to this room being opened, Thinnings ducks into the narrow space under or behind one of the
interest them (see area P38). When Zybilna and her court were frozen in time, Shon was shielded by the libraryâs demiplanar nature. He ventured forth to discover the League of Malevolence in charge