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Candlekeep Mysteries
makes them look like flesh-and-blood people, and the constructs conduct themselves as convincingly real humanoids who are simply living their lives in Wisteria Vale. Detect magic spells do not reveal
whenever a villager touches a hard surface. The villagers are also cold to the touch, which can be ascertained only through physical contact. A character who succeeds on a DC 15 Wisdom (Insight) check
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
Aura of Blood Thirst. If the flind isnât incapacitated, any creature that has Rampage can make a Bite attack as a bonus action while within 10 feet of the flind.Multiattack. The flind makes one
Yeenoghu, a flind uses demonic insight to guide the gnolls toward weak prey ripe for slaughter.
Unlike other leaders who might skulk behind their minions, a flind leads the charge in battle. Its flail causes wracking pain, paralysis, and disorientation in those it strikes.
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
that has been turned to stone. The ritual, which requires a mixture of basilisk blood and the ashes from the burned feathers of a cockatrice, awakens a dim echo of the petrified victimâs spirit
original victimâs memories resonates within the skull. A skilled magic-wielder can attempt to extract memories from it to gain insight into the victimâs past or find lore that otherwise
Genasi
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Species
Elemental Evil Player's Companion
, carry the power of the planes in their blood. The genasi are one such people, the offspring of genies and mortals.
The Elemental Planes are often inhospitable to natives of the Material Plane
Genasi inherit something from both sides of their dual nature. They resemble humans but have unusual skin color (red, green, blue, or gray), and there is something odd about them. The elemental blood
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
;
Skill Proficiencies: Insight, PerceptionTool Proficiencies: Any one musical instrument or gaming set of your choice, likely something native to your homelandLanguages: Any one of your
about Mulhorand is alien to someone from the Sword Coast. You likely experienced the same sort of culture shock when you left your desert home and traveled to the unfamiliar climes of northern FaerĂ»
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurerâs Guide
Rogue The Mastermind matches well with any character of cunning, intelligence, and insight who might be involved in court intrigue. But it also serves as a good way to portray a cunning pirate
captain from the Blood Sea Isles. The Swashbuckler provides another option for characters who hail from that region. Serving as pirates or mariners plying the Blood Sea, a Swashbucklerâs emphasis on speed and light armor is ideal for an environment where heavy armor is little more than a deadly anchor.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurerâs Guide
than most, but still braved by travelers who hope to profit from its exotic goods and strange magics. Like Kara-Tur, Zakhara seems a world away to Faerûnians. It is thought of as a vast desert, sprinkled
their magic with the aid of genies and, it is said, might carry the lineage of these elemental beings in their blood.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
for removing the heart, draining the body of blood, and wrapping the remains in linen. These methods preserve the body so the pharaoh might call it to service. It is a crime to burn the dead. Akirrans
inspirations. When players create characters from HarâAkir, consider asking them the following questions.
How do you survive in the desert realm? Are you a laborer in the fields or camps surrounding
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation Supplement
flickers of divine insight. Near the base of the mountain is a giant carving of a snakeâs head, its forked tongue forming a ten-foot-wide, twenty-foot-high stone ramp. Stone fangs descend from the
diameter, caked with dried blood. Set into the base of the bowl is an empty niche, and hanging from the ceiling above the altar is a bloodstained iron hook at the end of a rusty chain. A search of the wall
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
the Founder Dragons passed him over in favor of Jadzi, his bitterness knew no bounds. He now uses the Oriq to gather the spells and magical energy he needs to summon a devastating being, the Blood
to their cause. The Oriq take pains to hide their true allegiance and wear masks to hide their identities. These masks have magical properties that function only for their intended wearers. Oriq Blood
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
dragonmarked scions instead of Chosen. Alternatively, the Doomvault could be the Blood of Volâs headquarters in Khorvaire. Vol uses the dungeon to harvest the power of dragonmarks so she can become
an undead god.
Greyhawk. Perhaps Rary the Traitor found the Doomvault â yet another vestige of ancient Sulm â under the Bright Desert. Rary takes any chance to increase his power, even as he claims
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
. 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 notices that
sign the passphrase âCozmioko grinsâ in any language. Parting Gifts. Before the characters leave, Oliekintara gives them directions to Haskasori, a dayâs journey deeper into the desert. If they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
1) or the Circle Forms feature of the Circle of the Moon (up to a challenge rating of 6). Arctic CR Beast Fly/Swim 0 Owl Fly 1/8 Blood hawk Fly 1/4 Giant owl Fly 1 Brown bear â 2 Polar bear Swim 2
Saber-toothed tiger â 6 Mammoth â Coast CR Beast Fly/Swim 0 Crab Swim 0 Eagle Fly 1/8 Blood hawk Fly 1/8 Giant crab Swim 1/8 Poisonous snake Swim 1/8 Stirge Fly 1/4 Giant lizard â 1/4 Giant wolf
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Lamia Accursed Bargainer and Ruin Raider Habitat: Desert; Treasure: Arcana Viko Menezes Legends say the first lamia was an ambitious ruler who made a sinister bargain with the demon lord Grazâzt for
(13d10 + 26)
Speed 40 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save Str 16 +3 +3 Dex 13 +1 +1 Con 15 +2 +2 Ability Score Mod Save Int 14 +2 +2 Wis 15 +2 +2 Cha 16 +3 +3
Skills Deception +7, Insight +4
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
makes them look like flesh-and-blood people, and the constructs conduct themselves as convincingly real humanoids who are simply living their lives in Wisteria Vale. Detect magic spells do not reveal
whenever a villager touches a hard surface. The villagers are also cold to the touch, which can be ascertained only through physical contact. A character who succeeds on a DC 15 Wisdom (Insight) check
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
. Black Blood Healing. The black blood that is a sign of your peopleâs connection to That-Which-Endures boosts your natural healing. When you roll a 1 or 2 on any Hit Die you spend at the end of a short
simple ideas and straightforward concepts. Persuasive. Your peopleâs lack of history makes you trustworthy and humble. You have proficiency in the Persuasion skill. Telepathic Insight. Your mindâs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
when placing a dragonâs lair in or near such a feature. Lair Location d10 Unusual Feature
1 The area is a climate anomalyâa cool and lush oasis in a hot desert, a balmy spring within a
ancient visit to the Material Planeâperhaps a footprint, a pool of tears, or a splash of blood that has permanently infused the ground.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
dragon family demands tribute from desert communities in exchange for protection.
2 Enraged at the loss of a wyrmling, a blue dragon is causing lightning storms to destroy coastal settlements and
refuses to stop until someone delivers the adventurer responsible.
3 A prosperous-looking city appears among the desert dunes, drawing explorers and treasure hunters aplenty, but itâs an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
)
DEX
12 (+1)
CON
14 (+2)
INT
12 (+1)
WIS
16 (+3)
CHA
10 (+0)
Saving Throws Wis +6
Skills Insight +6, Perception +6
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive
Perception 16
Languages Sahuagin
Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
Blood Frenzy. The high priestess has advantage on melee attack rolls against any creature that doesnât have all its hit points.
Limited
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sleeping Dragonâs Wake
)
DEX
12 (+1)
CON
14 (+2)
INT
12 (+1)
WIS
16 (+3)
CHA
10 (+0)
Saving Throws Wis +6
Skills Insight +6, Perception +6
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive
Perception 16
Languages Sahuagin
Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
Blood Frenzy. The high priestess has advantage on melee attack rolls against any creature that doesnât have all its hit points.
Limited
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
depictions of grasping ghouls and is stained with dry blood. The water is 2 feet deep. The ledges and central dais are 5 feet high (3 feet higher than the waterâs surface), and the chamberâs ceiling is 16
knives, and allow the altar to be bathed in blood. Half embedded in the east wall is a wooden wheel connected to hidden chains and mechanisms. A character can use an action to turn the wheel, raising
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
Mind Drinker Vampire When vampires join House Dimir, they can learn to siphon mental energy and memories along with the blood of their victims. They also study the magic favored by Dimir mind mages
)
WIS
13(+1)
CHA
14(+2)
Saving Throws Dex +6, Int +6, Wis +3
Skills Deception +4, Insight +3, Perception +3, Stealth +6
Damage Resistances necrotic
Senses darkvision 60 ft
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
serves as the prakhutu or âspeakerâ of his imprisoned master, Rak Tulkhesh, and he seeks to free his lord by bathing the world in blood. Like a spider with multiple webs, he has agents and pawns
tide of blood. Many of the horrors of the Last War were instigatedâor at least encouragedâby Mordakheshâs operatives, and his claws are known to have perpetrated some of the most brutal massacres of that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Lamia Ruined desert cities and the tombs of forgotten monarchs make perfect lairs for the wicked lamias. These decadent monsters take what has been forgotten and make it the seat of their hedonistic
(+3)
DEX
13 (+1)
CON
15 (+2)
INT
14 (+2)
WIS
15 (+2)
CHA
16 (+3)
Skills Deception +7, Insight +4, Stealth +3
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
. In response, the water rises, taking the shape of city ruins nestled inside a mountain. âHaskasori began as a cavern where desert travelers could take shelter, grew into a trade hub, and eventually
, and she doesnât want to jeopardize the mission. The Brazen Egg. The egg is indestructible and magical. It has no obvious powers, and the Identify spell gives no insight into its nature. The eggâs true might awakens only when it is returned to Cozmiokoâs remains in Haskasori (see area H15).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Drow Priestess of Lolth Female drow with blood ties to a noble house are molded and trained from birth to become priestesses of Lolth. The Spider Queen doesnât allow male drow to hold such positions
Throws Con +4, Wis +6, Cha +7
Skills Insight +6, Perception +6, Religion +4, Stealth +5
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 16
Languages Elvish, Undercommon
Challenge 8 (3,900 XP
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
Ivanaâs Powers and Dominion Ivana appears to be a young human woman with statistics similar to a spy. Since her arrival in the Land of the Mists, her blood has been tainted with poison, and angry red
. Ivanaâs genius and cynicism, in combination with the Dark Powersâ aid, grant her insight into the nature of Borcaâs people that borders on precognition. Sheâs always one step ahead of her rivals and has
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
-aligned characters. XANDALAâS TRAITS
Ideal. âI have the blood of dragons flowing through my veins. I am destined for greatness.â
Bond. âThe Ring of Winter will bring me power and immortality
)
CON
14 (+2)
INT
18 (+4)
WIS
16 (+3)
CHA
18 (+4)
Saving Throws Int +7, Wis +6
Skills Arcana +7, Deception +10, History +7, Insight +6, Survival +6
Senses
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Playerâs Handbook
âShreeve, Mirabella, Auro, and Garethâhave traveled to the Blood on the Vine tavern in the grim village of Barovia.
Jared (as DM): This tavern might have been finely appointed once, but it has
fatherâs.â Gareth, make a Wisdom (Insight) check.
Phillip: Gareth got 18.
Jared: You notice that Ismark is trying to conceal his terror. Heâs afraid to even touch the letterâs seal.
Phillip: I ask him
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
descending into the rock. Blood has been used to draw crude symbols on the skulls.
The skulls belong to humans, dwarves, goblins, goliaths, and orcs. The symbol on each skull looks like a three
(Insight) check can ascertain that these gnolls have lost faith in their leader and would be delighted to see Chyzka fall. Cackling Chasm Roster Area Occupants
Z3 4 gnolls
Z5 1 gnoll fang
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
. Painted in blood on the kitchen wall is a circle with ten equidistant lines radiating outward from its circumference: the sign of Xanathar. A thorough search accompanied by a successful DC 12 Wisdom
(Perception) check reveals small pools of blood on the kitchen floor. A successful check also verifies that the blood on the floor and wall is fresh. Fenerusâs Story Fenerus Stormcastle was the founder of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
Stone Cursed Stone cursed are spawned through a foul alchemical ritual performed on a Humanoid that has been turned to stone. The ritual, which requires a mixture of basilisk blood and the ashes from
for the alchemy used to create these horrors, a faint echo of the original victimâs memories resonates within the skull. A skilled magic-wielder can attempt to extract memories from it to gain insight
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
: Casino. The Red Belvedere is a decadent respite from the Blood Warâs horrors. Here, adventurers and devils alike can indulge in their vices in five different rooms, each with its own theme. Currency
(Insight) check discerns only that Windfall is concealing information. Windfall Medium Humanoid (Tiefling, Bard), Chaotic Evil
Armor Class 19 (studded leather armor)
Hit Points 323 (34d8 + 170
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
Stone Cursed The stone cursed are spawned through a foul alchemical ritual performed on a humanoid that has been turned to stone. The ritual, which requires a mixture of basilisk blood and the ashes
to extract memories from it to gain insight into the victimâs past or find lore that otherwise would be lost. Constructed Nature. A stone cursed doesnât require air, food, drink, or sleep. CRYPTIC
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
known as mercenaries, which is what these blood-soaked hirelings are. While many of these second-rate thugs act like they have the absolute authority of the Sharn Watch, know your rights! These
for Coal as her reason for hiring the characters, but a character who succeeds on a Wisdom (Insight) check contested by the Germaineâs Charisma (Deception) check can sense that sheâs holding