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Monsters
Candlekeep Mysteries
slots): animate dead, dispel magic
4th level (3 slots): divination, guardian of faith
5th level (2 slots): contagion, insect plague
6th level (1 slot): harmMultiattack. The fungal servant can use
2 Actions). The fungal servant magically unleashes negative energy. Creatures within 60 feet of the fungal servant, including ones behind barriers and around corners, can’t regain hit points
Magic Items
Keys from the Golden Vault
of 120 feet and has darkvision within a range of 60 feet, but it can’t see anything behind itself.
The painting can converse in Common, Draconic, and Elvish as if it were a living person
events, or any political conversations.
Personality. Constantori’s Portrait is demanding, condescending, and vain. It doesn’t like being covered or placed out of sight, and it loudly
Monsters
Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
, dispel magic
4th level (3 slots): stone shape, guardian of faith
5th level (2 slots): contagion, insect plague
6th level (1 slot): harmMultiattack. The mummy can use its Dreadful Glare and makes one
Negative Energy (Costs 2 Actions). The mummy lord magically unleashes negative energy. Creatures within 60 feet of the mummy lord, including ones behind barriers and around corners, can't regain hit
Mummy Lord
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Monsters
Basic Rules (2014)
, dispel magic
4th level (3 slots): divination, guardian of faith
5th level (2 slots): contagion, insect plague
6th level (1 slot): harmMultiattack. The mummy can use its Dreadful Glare and makes one
, including ones behind barriers and around corners, can't regain hit points until the end of the mummy lord's next turn.
Whirlwind of Sand (Costs 2 Actions). The mummy lord magically transforms into a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
share a sense of a larger purpose or a recurring theme (or themes). The adventures might feature returning villains, grand conspiracies, or a single mastermind who’s ultimately behind every adventure of
adventure matter in the next. Plotting and running that kind of campaign can be demanding on the DM, but the payoff is a great and memorable story. An episodic campaign, in contrast, is like a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
Cache The party finds a cache of supplies left behind by other explorers. There’s no way to tell from the cache whether those who left it are still alive and coming back for it, or dead. Roll a d20
supply of insect repellent salve (see chapter 1) in a leather tube 10 1d4 quivers, each containing 1d20 arrows 11 Canoe with six paddles 12 2 hooded lanterns and 10 flasks of lamp oil 13 Two-person tent
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
. If a beholder mastermind is behind the criminal activities in a city, don’t rely solely on the entry in the Monster Manual to describe the creature’s appearance and personality. Take the time to
the city of Waterdeep. The Xanathar’s spherical body is covered in leathery flesh with a texture similar to cobblestones. Its eyestalks are jointed like the legs of an insect, and some of the stalks
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
desperation, and ensure that everyone is supported by family and community. She isn’t a demanding god, but her champions diligently court her favor by trying to further her goals. The Karametra’s Quests
leaving their peaceful lives behind and looking for others to bring into the fold. And her pride in them is all the greater when they manage to build chosen families who journey with them to pursue
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
that prevent him from casting spells, Kostchtchie squats in a 10-foot-deep, 80-foot-diameter pool of black tar in a cavern at the bottom of a chasm, his hands chained behind him. His unholy screams and
glares at a character and bellows, “FREE ME!” or “BRING ME MY HAMMER!” in Giant first and Abyssal second. If that fails to garner the desired reaction, Kostchtchie resorts to using telepathy to contact the nearest character, demanding its immediate release while offering nothing in return.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
cells, they gather information throughout Faerûn, analyze the political dynamics in each region or realm, and use what they uncover to help the weak, the poor, and the oppressed from behind the scenes
adulthood, the cruel Lord Ephraim Rathmore visits Wisteria Vale, demanding drink, food, and a place for him and his retinue to stay. When the hospitality isn’t to his liking, he burns down the village. Lord
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
door is a jittery bullywug with a spear, and behind this guard is a wooden crate with hunting gear piled atop it. Huddled in the back of the hut are four more bullywugs. Tension hangs heavy in the
Illig to use an action to hurriedly wipe away the plans drawn on the floor. If he succeeds in doing so, Illig feigns innocence while demanding that the characters leave the hut at once. Crate. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
know him as a successful banker, philanthropist, and worshiper of Lathander. Some of his business profits go toward feeding and sheltering the poor. But behind this veneer of generosity, Victoro is a
, protection from energy
4th level (3 slots): banishment, dimension door, divination, freedom of movement, polymorph
5th level (2 slots): dominate person, flame strike, modify memory, insect plague
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
littered with thick tomes, alchemical vessels, and a complex control panel.
An ancient male human sits behind the desk, with a homunculus perched on his shoulder.
“More of Moghadam’s mercenaries, I
which tiny insect victims are being sacrificed. Thessalar’s Bargain Thessalar knows about the Infernal Machine components in the temple, and appears to entertain the notion of bargaining with the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
for their archdevil masters. Resembling a giant bipedal insect, an ice devil has clawed hands and feet, powerful mandibles, and a long tail covered in razor-sharp spikes. Some carry barbed spears
, cold, necrotic, poison, and psychic damage. If a section is destroyed, it leaves behind a sheet of frigid air in the space the wall occupied. Whenever a creature finishes moving through the frigid air on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
group of adventurers Dzaan hired to help him search the spire removed all the books they considered valuable, including spellbooks. They left behind a few that might interest certain characters: Magical
insect-like person. A character who examines this object and succeeds on a DC 20 Intelligence (Nature) check can identify it as coming from a thri-kreen. Tunnels Up and Down. Rough-hewn tunnels in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
missions to Berdusk, Triel, and other settlements demanding tribute—and offering protection from dragon raids for those who comply. Cultists shake down caravans seeking protection money, and have been
information about the cult’s activities, which could be used to lead into any chapter of your choice. However, she also knows that a rescue party is not far behind her. The adventurers need to help
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
missions to Berdusk, Triel, and other settlements demanding tribute—and offering protection from dragon raids for those who comply. Cultists shake down caravans seeking protection money, and have been
information about the cult’s activities, which could be used to lead into any chapter of your choice. However, she also knows that a rescue party is not far behind her. The adventurers need to help
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
missions to Berdusk, Triel, and other settlements demanding tribute—and offering protection from dragon raids for those who comply. Cultists shake down caravans seeking protection money, and have been
information about the cult’s activities, which could be used to lead into any chapter of your choice. However, she also knows that a rescue party is not far behind her. The adventurers need to help the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
citizens of Daggerford aren’t easily cowed by armed folk demanding goods, coin, or passage, and are slightly more likely to take up work as mercenaries, caravan guards, or adventurers. Although she is
, formally known as Delimbiyran, which lasted only two generations. Its dissolution left behind a number of petty “kingdoms” that welcomed new human settlers in several locations, leading to the founding of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
behind the arrow slits. However, they can’t fire directly at enemies at or past the broken gate. The goblins also shout loudly enough to alert their comrades in areas 4 and area 6 that the castle is under
speaking to him). If the goblins heard the characters fighting the grick in area 8, they hide behind the altar and attempt to surprise the characters. Otherwise, all three goblins are kneeling before the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
intricate, abstruse patterns nearby. 19–27 Local plants and animals share a malevolent intelligence. Roll a d6. On a 1–2, an insect plague spell is centered on one random creature in the region. On a 3–4
worlds, the biomass of insects radically outweighs that of higher organisms. Mass migrations and deadly insect species can imperil larger creatures, but most insects remain nothing more than an annoyance
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
felt neglected by her parents, in part because Mirran was so demanding and Serissa so young. In truth, King Hekaton and Queen Neri loved Nym as much as they adored their other daughters, but they
that they were involved in their mother’s death or their father’s kidnapping. Other than Iymrith and her Uncle Uthor, there are few giants Serissa feels she can trust. Hekaton left behind a piece of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
(2 slots): contagion, insect plague
6th level (1 slot): harm
Actions
Multiattack. The mummy can use its Dreadful Glare and makes one attack with its rotting fist.
Rotting Fist. Melee Weapon
of the mummy lord, including ones behind barriers and around corners, can’t regain hit points until the end of the mummy lord’s next turn.
Whirlwind of Sand (Costs 2 Actions). The mummy lord
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
the memorial items into the volcano, leaving little behind. The salamander resting here is named Xind, and it was wounded during an encounter with Xocopol. Xind the Salamander. Xind is a salamander with
the offerings. This urn is part of one of the statues in area I3. Offering with Intention. A character who succeeds on a DC 12 Intelligence (Religion) check knows locals value the intention behind the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
. If the goblins heard the characters fighting the grick in area C8, they hide behind the altar and attempt to surprise the characters; otherwise, all three goblins are kneeling before the altar
heated discussion—a loud, growling voice demanding payment for something, and a silky-smooth reply. This chamber has been set up as a living space, with thick furs serving as carpets, old trophies
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
hidden chamber are lined with frescoes of grim githyanki warriors. A silvery sky studded with stars swirls above them. At the north end of the room, a low wall encircles a well. The floor behind it is
Mind Flayer and a Cyclops Sentry in the center of the room, with the illithid hovering in the air above and behind the cyclops. Characters who aren’t wearing circlets can’t affect or perceive these
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
Valin’s service, but she recalls no details of the transfer. The ritual likewise leaves no physical signs behind.
Personality Trait. “I serve my masters in faith willingly, and I let fate and faith
concentration on these spells for as long as possible while attacking with their mauls on later turns. When a dao dies, its body disintegrates into crystalline powder. A slain dao leaves behind its maul and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Descent into the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth
of the cave.
Two hideous giants squat near a circle of hefty stones enclosing a crackling fire. Above the roaring flames, a charred giant insect rotates slowly on a spit.
Two fomorians inhabit
caverns with a successful DC 18 Charisma (Persuasion) check. Treasure. The xorn stashed 500 gp worth of uncut gems behind a large crystal formation in the northwest corner of the room. A character
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
might be found in a cloud giant menagerie, with rare specimens treated more as status symbol than as companions. Benevolent Overlords Cloud giants are famous (or infamous) for demanding tribute from
unsurpassed skill at creating and building things.
In the fire giants’ world, fire is strength. It burns away impurities and leaves behind only what is strong enough to withstand the heat, such as
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
insect rotates slowly on a spit.
Two fomorians inhabit this cave. The beds, fire pit, and utensils are all sized for Huge creatures. The fomorians are cruel, violent, and bored. When the giants
gems behind a large crystal formation in the northwest corner of the room. A character searching the crystals finds the stash with a successful DC 17 Wisdom (Perception) check. L21: Pool Cavern The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
. Ssarnak is untrustworthy but loyal enough, for the moment. Ssarnak normally lurks near the west ends of the two bridges. If it notices intruders entering the cave, it hides behind one of the large stone
demanding he join their band, but the terrified Droop just wants to go home. When combat breaks out, Droop hides and avoids the fight. Droop knows the general layout of the Redbrands’ hideout, as well as the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
smuggled weapons in area 15 make it to their lair. When they become aware of the characters, they initially assume they are smugglers and treat them as such, demanding in a combination of Draconic and
broken Common to know when the weapons will be delivered to their kinfolk. A pseudodragon named Bimz sleeps in a small nest behind the chest. It is the companion of one of the lizardfolk and joins in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
extraordinary voice, creating astounding displays of aquatic magic. Palasha’s distant yet demanding nature has earned her a reputation for being haughty, but really, she’s just slow to trust
never betray her.”
Flaw. “I’m a soulless husk incapable of remorse.”
Stagefright the Goblin
CHAPTER 4: YON
This goblin’s real name is Onk. He oversees the goblin laborers who work behind
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
extraordinary voice, creating astounding displays of aquatic magic. Palasha’s distant yet demanding nature has earned her a reputation for being haughty, but really, she’s just slow to trust.
Alignment
never betray her.”
Flaw. “I’m a soulless husk incapable of remorse.”
Stagefright the Goblin
CHAPTER 4: YON
This goblin’s real name is Onk. He oversees the goblin laborers who work behind
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
stalactites and stalagmites. It continues on to the northeast, but the uneven walls make it hard to see into that section — even as heap of bones and gear is plainly visible.
Gorkoh hides behind one of the
) check can tell that the goblin is watching the group with trepidation. If the characters let Gorkoh know they see him, he quickly steps forth. The goblin emerges from behind a stalagmite and






