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Basic Rules (2014)
leather, carefully tooled in the intricate designs the elves loved. But no elf in the world of Krynn could grow a beard . . . no elf, but . . .
“Tanis?” said Flint hesitantly as the man
, Dragons of Autumn Twilight
Walking in two worlds but truly belonging to neither, half-elves combine what some say are the best qualities of their elf and human parents: human curiosity
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
aren’t a savage who follows quarry into or through the wilderness. You’re involved in a lucrative trade, in the place where you live, that routinely tests your skills and survival instincts
in a situation. Never tell me the odds.
7
The best way to get me to do something is to tell me I can’t do it.
8
I blow up at the slightest insult.
d6
Ideal
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Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
with subtle, animal-like features. No matter their appearance, animal lords exhibit the instincts and predilections of the animals they represent, tempered by their intellect and experience.
Most
faces environmental disaster or droves of animals are otherwise in jeopardy.
Valera Lutfullina
Among the best-known animal lords are those that represent cats, hawks, lizards, and wolves, but
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
tooled in the intricate designs the elves loved. But no elf in the world of Krynn could grow a beard . . . no elf, but . . .
“Tanis?” said Flint hesitantly as the man neared.
“The same.” The
truly belonging to neither, half-elves combine what some say are the best qualities of their elf and human parents: human curiosity, inventiveness, and ambition tempered by the refined senses, love of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
tooled in the intricate designs the elves loved. But no elf in the world of Krynn could grow a beard . . . no elf, but . . .
“Tanis?” said Flint hesitantly as the man neared.
“The same.” The
truly belonging to neither, half-elves combine what some say are the best qualities of their elf and human parents: human curiosity, inventiveness, and ambition tempered by the refined senses, love of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
. Even in an urban setting, a beast companion makes a solid ally, serving as a guard or a scout when you’re skulking around places you shouldn’t be. Gloom Stalker Gloom Stalkers are often best known for
unknown reaches of the world are the best places to find new resources, and no one knows more about the unknown than you do. Hunter Whether in the wilds, in the cities, or in the wide expanses in between
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
national service. Piechota. The estate of Borca’s best ranchers lies half ruined as the result of another family’s treachery. Their wealth largely expended, the Piechotas open their home to travelers along
and their ashes scattered in the wastelands. Ritter. The shear-wielding Ritters define the cutting edge of fashion. Their coveted designs change seasonally, and any who create reproductions meet
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
allow our great nation to succumb to the same chaos as the Yun dynasty. If you have last wishes, please write them down. We will retrieve them and do our best to honor them after your demise.”
The Grand
attacks. This soldier is identical, except that the designs on its armor are slightly different. Each time one of the stone soldiers is destroyed, another activates in its alcove and attacks at the start
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
characters react to this scrutiny or as the characters prepare to leave the gate. An official wearing a red and blue outfit embroidered with phoenix designs approaches. “I apologize for my impertinence
they don’t know what’s befallen the city or why, and they fear the strangeness is all in their own mind. Personality Trait. “Please let me know how I can help. I’ll do my best!” Ideal. “I know who I
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
weather, both natural and supernatural in origin. Nylea is the best archer in the world, and contests of archery are often held in her name. Those who hunt their own food pray to Nylea for success, and
. As a result, she remains wary of his designs. Nylea is disappointed in Karametra, precisely because of the overlap in their spheres of influence. Karametra insists on transforming nature into a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
coconut oil and wear it long or in thick plaits. Ornaments include conch-shell bangles and hairpieces, as well as designs of white clay painted directly onto the skin. Gold and gemstone jewelry, a specialty
Every meal in Shankhabhumi includes fish, though each city proclaims its own style of preparing it to be the best. In fact, cooking is a competitive discipline at the Shankha Trials. Sagorpuri fish
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
fully repaired. Life at Sea Your life at sea and in port has shaped you; you can roll on the following table to determine its impact or choose an element that best fits your character. d6 Sea’s
Influence 1 Grand Designs. You are working on plans and schematics for a new, very fast ship. You must examine as many different kinds of vessels as possible to help ensure the success of your design. 2
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
best to highlight the virtues of the outfit. The fashion show lasts 1 hour. Besides the characters, numerous students and Strixhaven alumni participate in the fashion show, and all the outfits on the
Grojsh, Rubina Larkingdale, and Melwythorne—submitted designs and auction them off. Determining a Design’s Value. To determine how much a character’s outfit sells for at auction, add the number the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
Dinosaur Racing The city is famous for its weekly dinosaur races through the streets. Dinosaurs are painted in bright designs, and their riders try to steer them along a course that winds around the
race hard, even if it’s in the group’s best interest for a particular dinosaur to win. A race runs a length of 300 feet; this is abstract, as a race actually covers a lot more ground. Every round
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
and disdains the lazy and the foolish, who deserve whatever ill fortune befalls them. The god of storms is inscrutable at the best of times; thus, it can be difficult to discern why you’ve earned his
. Keranos’s devotees hatch their grand designs always with an eye on the darkening sky. As a follower of Keranos, consider the ideals on the Keranos’s Ideals table as alternatives to those suggested for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
remains of some of those old castles incorporated into the palatial homes of the noble families that dwell in the Sea Ward. For the best all-around view of the glittering homes enshrouded by garden
architectural designs for the gates show this to be false, however, and they can be viewed in the Map House — the guildhall of the Surveyors’, Map-, and Chart-makers’ Guild in the Castle Ward. Must-see
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume Two
Ember Emperor Ariakas,
Glory to the Dragon Queen’s name! Our designs on Abanasinia unfold according to your plans. This is no thanks to the so-called “adviser” I’ve been saddled with, the dragon
has taken on many roles at her behest—including that of a black-robed human member of the Mages of High Sorcery—but he is best known as the adviser of Dragon Highlord Verminaard, leader of the Red
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
is young and unpredictable, but he has supported the traditionalists’ viewpoint on most issues. At their best, traditionalists are community-minded folk who want Saltmarsh to return to its old way of
Gellan (NE male human noble) is a well-spoken, dapper older gentleman with a neatly trimmed beard and a fancy wardrobe. With his cunning instincts, he has positioned his family to become the most prominent
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
victims to isolated spots and then leave the hapless souls to the designs of whatever horrors lurk there. Creatures that are drawn through the shadows by meazels are cursed by the meazels’ baleful magic
-shaking calamities so they can pry secrets and power from the wreckage their conspiracies create.
The nagpas fear the Raven Queen and do their best to avoid her and her agents. When it’s impossible to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
this layer the best way to escape the horrors of the Abyss. Iron fortresses dot the landscape, homes to petty lords and upstart demons that are as changeable as the Abyss itself. The portal leading to
would crumble and all mortals would embrace their predatory instincts. Baphomet’s layer is a never-ending dungeon with the Horned King’s enormous palace at its center. A confusing jumble of crooked
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
closer to their goal. Rangers who have encountered halflings or lived among them know of this effect, and they learn to trust their other senses and their instincts rather than relying on sight. A typical
the traditional sense; they are respected, and their words are heeded, because of the stories they tell. Their best tales deliver practical knowledge within the framework of a mythic saga. An elder
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
that Jimjar finds it difficult to refuse a wager. His behavior is unusual for the dour deep gnomes, and others of his kind (including Topsy and Turvy) find Jimjar annoying at best, and unstable and
twins Topsy and Turvy, but he keeps his opinion to himself unless asked. He does his best to get along with everyone, although some find his gregariousness and constant wagers grating. Ront A male orc
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
himself to the best of his abilities. If the characters attempt to negotiate, Ozymandias is treacherous and unlikely to keep any agreement (except at sword point). He wants to get word of the abbey’s
property or about the dangers of the Winding Way. GOLDEN MEDALLION
This medallion is a golden disk inscribed with complex geometric designs, worth 30 gp. It is not magical, but undead of the Winding Way
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Redbrand Ruffians, a bandit gang that did their best to set up a reign of terror in Phandalin some years ago. Brawn came very late to the Redbrands’ operation, and thus did only a little intimidation
adversary. He invites the characters to explore the manor if they desire, reminding them that he still owns the place. He also tries to get the best of the characters, offering money, land, goods, or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
high with treasures left behind by those who tried — and failed — to best him in a deal. Phlegethos. Phlegethos, the fourth layer, is a fiery landscape whose seas of molten magma brew hurricanes of hot
demeanor. He trades in souls, as do other archdevils, but he rarely gives his time to any creatures not worthy of his personal attention. His instincts are as razor sharp as Cania’s frigid winds, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
might feel it’s in their best interest to ally with one or both of them. By swearing allegiance to either queen, an archfey gains the privilege of audiences with the queen and faint assurances that the
finely tooled metal etched with organic designs or cryptic symbols. 8 Monstrous. This archfey has a monstrous form. For example, they might resemble an enormous spider, a hydra whose heads look like
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
designs. Xendros sometimes has need for adventurers. She is particularly interested in tracking down an apparatus of Kwalish. If news of one reaches her, she offers magic items to those willing to
looking to carouse find this the best place for a rowdy night of drinking and brawling. The town guard comes here only if called. Kreb works with Gellan Primewater to screen prospective buyers and sellers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
with several sheaves of his best architectural plans. The corrupted energies unleashed by the mind flayers bound the designs to the corpse of the dwarf, creating a mummy wrapped in architectural plans
door. Pressing the carving of a gemstone on the wall causes the door to swing open. P17: Architect’s Tomb Architectural designs are carved into the walls of this room, showing the chambers and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Rivergard early in the campaign, he is likely to recognize them from accounts of their deeds. Use your best judgment. If Shoalar recognizes the characters, he chooses one of the following options: He
middle of the hall. The walls are painted in green and blue, decorated with tattered banners showing nautical designs.
Jolliver Grimjaw conducts most of his business here. He is a wereboar, although he
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
Hrakhamar. To defend their trove, the dwarves stockpiled weapons and armor in this chamber. The firenewts haven’t bothered most of it; they prefer their own weapons over heavier dwarven designs, and
. Despite their best efforts, the firenewts have been unable to force the door or defeat the locks. Locked Door. The door’s upper lock is embedded in an adamantine frame resembling a stylized form of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Mourning looking for their best friend, the warforged Mercy (see the “Warforged Pilgrims” section earlier in this chapter). The stress of the situation caused Filch’s comatose state. Mercy and Filch would
graymatter engine still churns with arcane power. Crafted from experimental designs based on unfamiliar technology, the graymatter engine converts the power of the third Rod of Seven Parts piece into magical
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Thadrah. Food for the slaves, in the form of a light brown, watery gruel, is poured into the trough from time to time, though the slaves are not given utensils of any sort and must do their best with their
step from the top of the stairs. Descending the stairs submerges the party in cold (but not frigid) seawater. Treasure. The sahuagin champion wears a pair of gold and silver armbands (25 gp each). Intricate designs depicting shark teeth encircle the armbands.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Descent into the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth
watch the best way.” Treasure. Each of the faces contains a different gem worth 200 gp: amber, amethyst, blue aquamarine, garnet, peridot, and pink tourmaline. A creature that tries to retrieve a gem from
examining clues in the boat’s intricate designs and succeeding on a DC 16 Intelligence (Arcana) check—can command the boat to row itself in a particular direction at a speed of 30 feet or to hold its
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
, however, responds, “I watch the best way.” Treasure. Each of the faces contains a different gem worth 200 gp: amber, amethyst, blue aquamarine, garnet, peridot, and pink tourmaline. A creature that
casting the Identify spell on the boat or by examining clues in the boat’s intricate designs and succeeding on a DC 16 Intelligence (Arcana) check—can command the boat to row itself in a particular