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Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
occasional lapses. An observer familiar with the digested creature can recognize the discrepancies with a successful DC 20 Wisdom (Insight) check, or automatically if the podling does something in direct
comatose. Over the course of hours, the creature is dissolved and its body repurposed into a podling duplicate.
Podlings are near-perfect mimics of the creatures they replace. Despite having the
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
thoughts. Wisdom (Insight) checks to ascertain the Returned’s intentions or sincerity are made with disadvantage.Scimitar. Melee Weapon Attack: +4;{"diceNotation":"1d20+4","rollType":"to hit
. Despite this, even the most languorous Returned defend themselves if threatened and might be pressed into the service of their more willful brethren.
Returned have escaped the Underworld and dwell among
Magic Items
The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
with images of bare-branched trees, falling leaves, and broomsticks. In its second form, the cauldron is made of iron and embossed on the outside with images of bats, toads, cats, lizards, and snakes
hot while in the cauldron, then cools naturally after it is removed. The outside of the cauldron remains safe to touch despite the heat of the stew.
If wine is poured into the cauldron and stirred
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
crumbling structures and diseased plants to dust, clearing the way for new growth and construction.
Despite being competent swimmers and making their lairs on seacoasts and in brackish marshes, topaz
cliffs, 50 feet above the sandy beaches, outcroppings, and islands below. It has the following features:
Outcropping. A flat outcropping with sheer limestone sides, mostly bare, offers a comfortable spot
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
diseased plants to dust, clearing the way for new growth and construction.
Despite being competent swimmers and making their lairs on seacoasts and in brackish marshes, topaz dragons hate the water
beaches, outcroppings, and islands below. It has the following features:
Outcropping. A flat outcropping with sheer limestone sides, mostly bare, offers a comfortable spot where the dragon can bask
Aasimar
Legacy
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
, and feelings.
The angelic being is far from omniscient. Its guidance is based on its understanding of the tenets of law and good, and it might have insight into combating especially powerful evils
Conflicted Souls
Despite its celestial origin, an aasimar is mortal and possesses free will. Most aasimar follow their ordained path, but some grow to see their abilities as a curse. These disaffected
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
stripped bare. Closer investigation of the windmill yields a few more details: The onion-domed edifice leans forward and to one side, as though trying to turn away from the stormy gray sky. You see gray
the door is a raven. It hops about and squawks at you, seemingly agitated. A character who succeeds on a DC 12 Wisdom (Insight) check senses that the raven is trying to warn the party. After delivering
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal
much a fixture in the taproom as the well. Durnan is a man of few words. He expects to be paid for his time, and will offer insight and rumors only in return for hard cash. “We know the odds and
. Despite his stony heart, he is an excellent source of information about Undermountain and other dungeons, provided one can pay his price. Personality Trait: Isolation. It’s a cruel world. All people have
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
residents. Many such communities owe their survival to the insight and acumen of a centaur. Despite their reclusive nature, centaurs trade with elves and with the caravans of other benevolent
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
bodies, shrouding their bare arms and legs. They tread lightly when they walk, on talons made for grasping the branches of trees and seizing prey from the lofty skies. Soft as the wind they move, so as
(Insight) check.
Actions
Shortsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3) piercing damage.
Shortbow. Ranged Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, range 80/320 ft., one target
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume Four
hooded, spectral rider mounted on a winged elk with glowing antlers and gleaming eyes. Despite this appearance, rider and mount are a single creature that can’t be separated. Tales say that archons are
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Speed 60 ft., fly 90 ft.
STR
23 (+6)
DEX
17 (+3)
CON
20 (+5)
INT
14 (+2)
WIS
18 (+4)
CHA
18 (+4)
Saving Throws Con +10, Wis +9
Skills Insight +9, Perception +9
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
realize that reinforcing Donaar’s self-congratulating sense of draconic entitlement makes it remarkably easy to win his favor. Despite his easily massaged vanity, the dragonborn sometimes shows the
)
DEX
8 (−1)
CON
14 (+2)
INT
10 (+0)
WIS
10 (+0)
CHA
16 (+3)
Saving Throws Wis +2, Cha +5
Skills History +2, Insight +2, Intimidation +5, Persuasion +5
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
and morality, their lives centered on living fully each day and worrying little about the future and nothing at all about the past. Despite the communal nature of their existence, they are individuals
with their own unique interests and distinct personalities. They gravitate toward simple, shared joys, living by the wisdom and insight their melding provides. Because of their naive and sharing ways
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
following short message to one of the characters: “I am Vajra Safahr, the Blackstaff. Come to Blackstaff Tower in the Castle Ward at once. Bring your friends.” Despite her insistent tone, Vajra doesn’t
who converse with Zelifarn can make a DC 13 Wisdom (Insight) check. A successful check reveals that the dragon poses no danger to Waterdeep. If no one succeeds on the check, the dragon’s true intentions
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
remain alive, thanks to their cunning and their willingness to do whatever is necessary to survive. Hungry to claim more power despite the Raven Queen’s curse, nagpas strive to bring about world-shaking
, Deception +11, History +12, Insight +10, Perception +10
Senses truesight 120 ft., passive Perception 20
Languages Common plus up to five other languages
Challenge 17 (18,000 XP) Proficiency Bonus +6
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
cases, yochlols might serve other demon lords, particularly manipulative or changeable ones like Graz’zt, Juiblex, and Zuggtmoy. Despite their service to demon lords, yochlols harbor their own vicious
Ability Score Mod Save
Int 13 +1 +5
Wis 15 +2 +6
Cha 17 +3 +7
Skills Deception +11, Insight +6
Resistances Cold, Fire, Lightning
Immunities Poison; Poisoned
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
.” Bond. “I have the perspective to see depravities others can’t. I use my insight to reveal wickedness and make the world a better place.” Flaw. “Most people are dangerous, manipulative liars and not
and make deductive leaps. Despite his experience with the paranormal, he relies on his husband Arthur to keep him out of true supernatural peril. Still, the detectives manage to find trouble wherever
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Crypt — took Auspicia from the world. Omin Dran built the organization called Acquisitions Incorporated to facilitate and expand his quest to find his true sister, at least in part. For despite his
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CHA
12 (+1)
Saving Throws Wis +7, Cha +4
Skills Deception +4, Insight +7, Intimidation +4, Medicine +7, Perception +7, Persuasion +4
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 17
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
is beauty. INSIDE THE MIND OF A GNOLL
From a journal recovered from a slain cultist of Yeenoghu:
Day 2: The subject continues to growl and struggle, despite the removal of its arms and legs. I
might remain aware.
Day 6: No appreciable loss of vigor.
Day 11: Still no appreciable loss of vigor.
Day 13: Ritual must commence tomorrow despite subject’s high level of mental activity.
Day
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
go through half-hearted parodies of life, impeded by distraction and ennui. Despite this, even the most languorous Returned defend themselves if threatened and might be pressed into the service of
any effect that would sense its emotions or read its thoughts. Wisdom (Insight) checks to ascertain the Returned’s intentions or sincerity are made with disadvantage.
Actions
Scimitar. Melee
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
magic surrounding the obelisk, and the goblinoids believe (incorrectly) that Xanathar can see through the obelisk’s eye to keep watch on them. The first character to touch the obelisk with a bare hand
of subdued madness in them with a successful DC 15 Wisdom (Insight) check. (The obelisk was created by Halaster and sounds just like him.) The obelisk’s “vision” refers to the secret passage at area
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
front. A character who doubts the sentry can take the Search action and make a DC 13 Wisdom (Insight) check; a successful check discerns the lie. As an Influence action, a character can try to pacify
item. F5: Training Hall This training hall holds bare weapon racks and four straw-stuffed targets painted with bullseyes.
Two hobgoblin archers fire at the targets.
Unless they were called elsewhere
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Cavern Ledges within this cavern overlook a pool of black liquid twenty feet below. At the center of the cave, an island supports an ancient, bare tree. Rope bridges connect this island to the ledge at the
have the Stonecunning trait have advantage on this check. This door is obvious to any creature in the passage beyond. C5: Ghost Orchid Tree The roots of a great, bare-limbed tree wind through the flat
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
stand now, you catch sight of a tall, steep hill that rises to a prominent bare knob of rock—the Stone Tooth. A thin spire of smoke rises from some unseen point high on the hill’s slopes, and you can
) The Mountain Door. This is the front entrance to the Glitterhame. The old dwarf-path leads up to a bare shoulder of rock and then turns into a deep cleft in the hillside. If the characters enter this
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
ancient deep crow suddenly rises up. Its great wings unfurl, its multiple eyes blazing red as it lets loose a caw that shakes the cavern walls.
Any character who succeeds on a DC 14 Wisdom (Insight
) check intuits that despite its aggressive display, at least some of the ancient deep crow’s outrage is feigned, and that it appears to be in a deep state of melancholy. Other characters can note that as
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
. Despite locals not recollecting the attacks in the area, the people know many have been harmed on the streets and fear that some gang or murderer is at large. The tea shop the characters are looking for is
nobles to take a break from their game to talk. Alternatively, a character who watches their game and succeeds on a DC 16 Wisdom (Insight) check can point out strategic opportunities in the game to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
City of Lost Names, he pretends not to recognize the name until he knows more about the characters (see the “Mutual Understanding” section). A character who succeeds on a DC 14 Wisdom (Insight) check
Wastes. Despite resenting his people’s small-minded decisions, he sees this mission as a chance to prove himself and potentially strike back against the Dragon Armies. Dalamar studied pre-Cataclysm magic
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
rights. It’s not for the faint of heart. Thankfully, your business acumen draws on insight that’s literally out of this world. As an emissary of divine will, you possess the guiding wisdom that every
Faith in Diversification Despite their supposed wisdom, many common clerics fail to grasp the simple concept of using the best tool for the job. To the devoted priest of Tempus, every problem is just
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
feet away from the dragon.
Runara Despite her innocuous disguise and her commitment to peace, the leader of Dragon’s Rest is an adult bronze dragon—a fearsome opponent or a powerful ally. Her
Insight +7, Perception +12, Stealth +5
Damage Immunities lightning
Senses blindsight 60 ft., darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 22
Languages Common, Draconic
Challenge 13 Proficiency Bonus
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
hulking serpent when threatened. She has attained precise control over her petrifying gaze, rendering her immune to its effects and allowing her to use it while not in her medusa guise. Despite her alarming
15 (+2)
Saving Throws Dex +9, Con +10, Int +7, Wis +11
Skills Animal Handling +11, Insight +17, Medicine +11, Nature +13, Perception +11
Damage Resistances bludgeoning, piercing, and slashing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
characters’ lives if they lend a helping hand. Someone who makes a successful Wisdom (Insight) check contested by the dragon’s Charisma (Deception) check discerns that she has no intention of keeping
armor bounds across the ice with surprising speed and grace despite her gangly, misshapen limbs. Although her narrow face is hard to see under the fur-lined hood of her frost-covered cloak, it’s clear
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
. Characters who succeed on a DC 14 Wisdom (Insight) check sense animosity toward Prince Simbon. In the course of the conversation, Kedjou discreetly mocks the prince, going so far as to sympathize with
position. Despite this being said to his face, Simbon chuckles awkwardly and doesn’t defend himself except to say that everyone’s entitled to their opinion. Kedjou requests the characters leave soon after
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
, the merchant plays down the day’s events but confirms the Ashen Heirs sought a magic vessel. He denies knowing anything about it, but a character who succeeds on a DC 16 Wisdom (Insight) check
despite scant evidence of wrongdoing, Emad’s usual clients and contacts are wary of being seen at his shop until things settle down. Additionally, Emad will show the characters his secret room if he
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
cauldron is made of solid gold and embossed on the outside with images of bare-branched trees, falling leaves, and broomsticks. In its second form, the cauldron is made of iron and embossed on the
cauldron remains safe to touch despite the heat of the stew. If wine is poured into the cauldron and stirred for 10 minutes, it transforms into a magical elixir that fortifies up to four people per
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
dissolved and its body repurposed into a podling duplicate. Podlings are near-perfect mimics of the creatures they replace. Despite having the knowledge of those they mimic, podlings frequently miss the
successful DC 20 Wisdom (Insight) check, or automatically if the podling does something in direct contradiction to the digested creature’s established beliefs or behavior. The podling melts into a slurry when