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Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
; attentiveness to unusual events makes them particularly useful to their sapphire dragon cousins, who hunt down Aberrations and seek evidence of Far Realm incursions into the Material Plane. These gem dragons
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I studiously mimic the mannerisms of my guests.
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I prefer to get others talking, then fade into the background. Sometimes literally.
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I seek out audiences and like to be the
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
events makes them particularly useful to their sapphire dragon cousins, who hunt down Aberrations and seek evidence of Far Realm incursions into the Material Plane. These gem dragons often work
studiously mimic the mannerisms of my guests.
7
I prefer to get others talking, then fade into the background. Sometimes literally.
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I seek out audiences and like to be the center of attention
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
, Kwalish’s aid could inadvertently create new threats, as might happen if opening the coffin-prison of the vampire, Ctenmiir, opens similar Kwalish-designed prisons across the world. The power in the
— or the modron might seek to overthrow this new set of evil lords in the name of establishing the monastery as a place of pure knowledge and balance.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Cynidiceans even as they worship it as a god. To reclaim their former kingdom, the Cynidiceans must oust the eldritch abomination and its cultists. “The Lost City” is designed for four to six 1st-level
characters. If, on completing the adventure, you wish to extend it further, consult the “Extending the Adventure” section at the end of this chapter. Martin Mottet Isolated for centuries, the masked citizens of Cynidicea
seek to appease old gods, restless spirits, and ancient evils
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Rockblight When the drow attacked Blingdenstone, Ogrémoch’s Bane retreated to the far corners of the ruined city, waiting for the time to reemerge and seek out earth elementals to corrupt. The
her own underground realm. She commanded a force of drow servants and soldiers with unabashed cruelty, relentlessly driving them to seek out spell gems and increase her own wealth and power. Overcome
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
constantly test new magic on the city’s walls, which are designed to protect against lava rivers and ash storms. They are always willing to reward those brave enough to help them try out their newest
inventions. Twin Gods Observatory This observatory stands on the slopes of the Twin Gods Volcanoes. From here, members of a group called the Watchers of the Ashes study the surrounding volcanoes and seek
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
Adventure Structure This adventure has four parts, each divided into three chapters. Each chapter is designed to be run as a single play experience lasting 2 to 3 hours, with the expectation that a
escape into Wildspace. After fleeing to the Rock of Bral, the characters seek out Commodore Krux, a giff, hoping he can help them thwart the Xaryxian Empire’s machinations and save the characters
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
, 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
god Kurtulmak in an inescapable maze, kobolds are bitterly hateful toward gnomes. Although they usually don’t seek out gnomes to do them violence, if hostile kobolds encounter a mixed group of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
, and he will do anything to win his freedom. Taraz’s conversation with the adventurers covers the following points—many of which are utter lies designed to help him gain the characters’ trust: Xonthal
anything—short of continued servitude—to win his freedom. Unless the terms of the deal are ironclad, however, the efreeti will seek a way to weasel out of any bargain once he is free, and to attack the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
impenetrable suit of adamantine armor for himself, imbued with charms designed to foil spells and keep him safe in any environment, no matter how hostile. No one can guess at all of its features
then eventually the entire planar order. He covets the souls of those who seek secrets and those who have useful, secret information of their own that he can bargain for.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
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6 You don’t understand the concept of “truth.” To you, everything is a story and it’s all about how you tell it.
7 You are annoyed by buildings and tools designed without consideration for
small creatures.
8 You seek vengeance for a wrong done to your tribe or family.
9 You never forget an insult or injury.
10 You see the hand of the spirits in everything that occurs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
concept of “facts.” To you, everything is a story, and truth is in how you tell it. 7 You are annoyed by buildings and tools designed without consideration for small people. 8 You seek vengeance for a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
, and he will do anything to win his freedom. Taraz’s conversation with the adventurers covers the following points — many of which are utter lies designed to help him gain the characters’ trust: Xonthal
anything — short of continued servitude — to win his freedom. Unless the terms of the deal are ironclad, however, the efreeti will seek a way to weasel out of any bargain once he is free, and to attack
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
is the only advocate for change within the dwarven pantheon. He can inspire dwarves to seek shortcuts, normally frowned upon, but sometimes those methods turn out to be efficient techniques that
the bonds that create dwarven society and culture. Berronar’s priests arrange marriages, using a process that finds the best matches and is designed to ensure that each generation of a clan is stronger
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
Additional Encounters The Rise of Tiamat is an open-framework adventure designed for higher-level characters. As such, not all your game sessions need to stick to the main track of the adventure
adventurers are understandably worried about these developments. Elite bands of cultists have been charged with establishing the cult’s control from the Gray Peaks to the Sunset Mountains. They seek out
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
Additional Encounters The Rise of Tiamat is an open-framework adventure designed for higher-level characters. As such, not all your game sessions need to stick to the main track of the adventure
adventurers are understandably worried about these developments. Elite bands of cultists have been charged with establishing the cult’s control from the Gray Peaks to the Sunset Mountains. They seek out
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
Additional Encounters The Rise of Tiamat is an open-framework adventure designed for higher-level characters. As such, not all your game sessions need to stick to the main track of the adventure
adventurers are understandably worried about these developments. Elite bands of cultists have been charged with establishing the cult’s control from the Gray Peaks to the Sunset Mountains. They seek out
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Netheril’s Fall: Tales of Terror, Treasure, and Time Travel
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The Arcane Acropolis is Karsus’s home, sanctum, and ruling palace. It is designed to awe and intimidate, to showcase his mastery of magic and serve his every whim as he develops ever more powerful
reasons: Karsus. Adventurers might ask Karsus to cast impossible spells or bestow supernatural gifts, request that he intervene in some matter of law in the city, or seek to stop him from bringing down
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
devils that are in line for promotion or demotion. At the culmination of the process, the candidates are made vulnerable to the fires of Phlegethos through a special ritual designed for this purpose
influence, endowing them with a glib tongue and the ability to mold others’ emotions as they see fit. Her agents typically concentrate on swaying mortals who already seek to manipulate others. Mortals
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
out missions designed to tax the characters’ resources and test their loyalty to Waterdeep. Characters who complete these missions won’t gain enough renown to join Force Grey yet, but they will gain
Mission Requirements and Reward 2nd “Seek out Hlam, a monk who lives in a cave on the side of Mount Waterdeep. Ask him what he’s heard about threats to the city, but try not to annoy him or overstay
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
mind-boggling creations — their so-called “celestial toys.”
These master artificers are friendly to those who seek them out. They enjoy showing off their works and take great glee in watching
artificer’s inventions might include items such as a lock box that opens with a verbal command or a series of gestures, a clockwork critter designed to respond to simple commands, or a common magic item (such
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
hoards too large to defend, they can store excess treasure in secure vaults beneath the Bank of Abbathor. The guarded rows of armored doors are pure theater, empty repositories designed to comfort
immortal merchants make up the bank’s board of directors, who ensure the institution’s reach continues to widen. They seek power through profit, conquering worlds without armies of their own by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
False Tomb The lowest floor of the pyramid is a false tomb designed to discourage would-be tomb robbers. The people of Bakar also once used it as a temple. The following locations are keyed to map
of the people of Bakar. The Tears of Athis arrived at the pyramid two days ago. They seek to restore the River Athis. Amun Sa built his tomb at the river’s source, so it stands to reason the secret
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Maze of Mists The second floor of the pyramid is the Maze of Mists: a vast, confounding maze designed to defeat clever intruders who bypass the false tomb by way of the offering bowl in area P4. Amun
the maze, the minotaurs are Fiends instead of Monstrosities. They know nothing of Amun Sa and seek only to spill the blood of trespassers in the maze. The minotaurs are immune to the mists
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
error of his ways and seek out a better life. He adopted the name Little One, to honor the halfling whose life he cut short.
Shunned by polite society, Little One came to Candlekeep hoping to learn as
when winter comes calling. The stables accommodate a wide range of mounts. Most of the stalls are designed for horses and ponies, but specialized stalls offer secure lodging and care for hippogriffs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
youngsters are inspired to act out his epic battles. In this way, the halflings get practical experience in executing measures that are designed to help the halflings defeat kobolds and goblin raiders
as bait to lure a troll or other large creature into a clearing where the rest of the group can hurl stones at it from concealment to confuse the monster, persuading it to seek other prey. Swarming
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Descent into the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth
a minotaur thief who fell prey to the trap in this cave. The two leather sacks beside it are illusions designed to lure greedy intruders to their doom. A character who inspects the sacks and succeeds
seek the middle hex.
Randomly sent to find a way
Back to a different iron door.
A seventh time and you may stay,
And seek the glowing prize no more.
You have won old Iggwilv’s prize
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
designed to lure greedy intruders to their doom. A character who inspects the sacks and succeeds on a DC 18 Intelligence (Investigation) check or who makes physical contact with one of them discerns their
lies the gate,
But its locks will surely vex.
Many are the guards who wait
As you seek the middle hex.
Randomly sent to find a way
Back to a different iron door.
A seventh time and you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
in a descending spiral. When the cylinder is turned in one’s hands (a feat impossible for any creature of human size and strength) or when it’s rotated with its base placed in a cradle designed to
tribe’s guards and hunters are on or off duty. Other giants align their sleeping and waking schedules with stone giants higher in the ordning from whom they seek to learn. Masters of the arts can ask
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
things and make themselves rulers over all. While the Crushing Wave cultists take in many people who are bitter, lost, or mad, they also seek alliances with evil or destructive sea creatures. They
perform rites designed to sink ships, cause terrible floods, or summon destructive rainstorms, seeking to make all who live nearby bow to the power of elemental water. Cult lairs usually feature great pools
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
necessary, to escape and seek help. Treasure. A character who makes a successful DC 10 Wisdom (Perception) check finds two leather sacks among the clutter, each containing 160 sp. If Burdug is defeated
warrior holds a sword in one hand and a smith’s hammer in the other. The statue is about seven feet tall and stands on a large stone pedestal.
The statue is part of another trap designed to thwart
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
seek to appease their totem spirits, they slaughter a woodland beast and place its carcass atop the altar, where it slowly rots. Today, the tribes maintain a tenuous truce and take turns protecting
dwarven enclave except patrols and honored guests. Cleverly hidden traps await those who storm the halls uninvited, and beneath the citadel is an expansive network of tunnels and caverns designed to confuse
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
night, claiming the land around Noanar’s Hold is haunted by the spirits of dead hunters. Characters who seek an audience with the Hunt Lords must first speak to Amrath Mulnobar (NE male shield dwarf
on a DC 15 Intelligence (Arcana) check can tell that the engraved lines adorning its outer surface are carefully designed to channel magical energy. Casting an identify spell on the boulder allows one
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a1
Underdark. The tunnel leads beyond the scope of this adventure, but it could be a route to a site you have designed. Creatures. If they have not come forth as reinforcements, three kobolds camp here, serving
? “Months past, I was on my way to seek my fortune and took the Old Road. My bad luck that the goblin bandits caught me; I’ve been here ever since. My deity’s blessings have kept me healthy; otherwise I’m