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Quests from the Infinite Staircase
android has one or more upgrades to help it excel at its intended functions, but all androids are capable of defending themselves with concentrated bolts of force up close or from a distance.
Despite
Monsters
Spelljammer: Adventures in Space
none of its class features or other abilities. The transformation is permanent and can be undone only by a wish spell. Despite appearances, the psurlon ringer is still an Aberration, and other psurlons
Plane. Psurlons prefer the flesh of humans and halflings but don’t mind feasting on other folk. They use their spellcasting abilities to infiltrate the settlements of their intended victims.
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Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
them from mind flayer;mind flayers, but the dragon is uninterested in meeting with them despite their repeated petitions.
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A nest of vampire;vampires has developed a taste for deep dragon blood
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Mossy Sludge. The dragon conjures sludge-like moss that briefly covers surfaces in the lair. The ceiling, floor, and walls of the lair become difficult terrain until initiative count 20 on the next round
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
good, human acolyte) is small of stature and soft of voice, and their worldly appearance belies their young years. Despite Ward’s relaxed demeanor, their approachability covers a calculating
Proclaimer Ward introduces themself and briefly explains that they research magical manifestations across Godsbreath that they believe are signs of the gods’ power—or challenges to it. Having witnessed the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
that Alustriel intended to summon two powerful friends to oppose Vecna: the wizards Tasha and Mordenkainen. (For more information about Alustriel, Tasha, and Mordenkainen, see appendix B.) Kas knows
to dispel the collective power of the secrets Vecna gathered, rendering the lich’s Ritual of Remaking useless. Despite looking identical to Mordenkainen, Kas has no significant magical power. This
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
” — legal permission to kill someone or to have someone killed — can be purchased from the merchant prince Jessamine. The price depends on the prominence of the intended victim, the reason for the sanction
a year. That has less to do with price than with the fact that if word gets out who purchased a sanction, nothing can stop the friends of the victim from sanctioning the original purchaser.
Despite
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
or more upgrades to help it excel at its intended functions, but all androids are capable of defending themselves with concentrated bolts of force up close or from a distance. Despite an android’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Corpse Market include ghoulish remains intended for consumption, such as fingers pickled in brine, jars of blood, and wrapped organs. Shops sell bouquets of dead flowers, frayed burial finery, jewelry
Dolindar family was exiled to the Shadowfell for reasons they never shared. The family studied wizardry and knew much about planar gates despite being unable to use them due to a family curse. They were miserable and lonely in life.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Undeath I’ve never met a creature I didn’t love. But I have met a few I didn’t want alive.
-Fizban
Despite their incredible life spans, some dragons pursue undeath to extend their existences
circumstances foretold in an ancient prophecy. Now the prophecy is coming to pass, but the dragon won’t let the artifact be used for its intended purpose.
5 A gem dragon from another world is searching for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
calls “Lefty,” was later animated as a crawling claw. The disembodied hand can play instruments and communicate using simple gestures. If Topolah is in sight, Captain Gargenhale’s posture briefly slumps
. The rest fell prey to ships under the command of Vael, whom Gargenhale calls the scourge of pirates, raiders, and anyone else who refuses to bow to the might of Xaryxis. Despite these cautionary
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
lean toward the creation of mechanical devices. Every warren has members of each persuasion, and they are all bound by mutual respect for what they do despite their different perspectives. Practical
making devices of exceptional power, even if one might not work at first the way it was intended to. The gnomes know that it’s always possible for someone else to learn from an inventor’s mistakes, so
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
driven berserk, she fights until the Abbot reasserts control or until she is destroyed. She has the supernatural strength of a typical flesh golem despite her smaller size. The Abbot has no desire to
turnip and rabbit soup, intended for the mongrelfolk imprisoned in areas S12c and S15. Roleplaying the Abbot The Abbot believes he is righteous. He regrets transforming the Belviews into horrid
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
to short-circuit and rapidly overheat, frying the electronics within—and Aphelion along with them. As Aphelion fades from existence, the computer briefly sings the following coda in an artificial tone
who inspects its window sees a Humanoid within. Despite the pod’s mysterious construction, opening it is simple. A character who inspects the pod and succeeds on a DC 12 Intelligence (Investigation
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Ethereal or the Deep Ethereal, but unless the intended destination is a specific location or a teleportation circle, the point of arrival could be anywhere on the plane. Border Ethereal From the
something of the nature of the plane beyond. Kent Davis The Radiant Citadel is a refuge in the Ethereal Plane, despite its proximity to a raging ether cyclone Ethereal Curtains 1d12 Plane Curtain Color
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
a demigod. After he ascended to godhood, Raxivort forged a realm called the Black Sewers, within Pandesmos, the topmost layer of Pandemonium. He enjoyed his divine ascension only briefly, though
neglected or forgotten by mightier creatures. In other words, xvarts usually live in places where normal vermin might flourish. Despite their muddled nature, all xvarts have an unshakable devotion to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
uphold the laws of Elturgard, and always be in service to the greater good. While originally the Creed Resolute was intended to forge the fractious paladins of Elturgard into the Companions, the oath has
note are located within the borders of Elturgard. I describe three of them briefly here. Berdusk. A large population of artisans drives the activity in the city of Berdusk. Its native nobility, the so
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
the shield’s only magic, and that it did exactly what she intended it to do: draw in business. Still, it appears that there’s more to the shield’s story, for recently both Aurayaun and the shield
get out of the city fast, so long as they don’t care overly much where they go. Elfsong Tavern Despite its rough-and-tumble clientele, this tavern is one of the most popular in Baldur’s Gate. At
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
the shield’s only magic, and that it did exactly what she intended it to do: draw in business. Still, it appears that there’s more to the shield’s story, for recently both Aurayaun and the shield
helping people get out of the city fast, so long as they don’t care overly much where they go. Elfsong Tavern Despite its rough-and-tumble clientele, this tavern is one of the most popular in Baldur’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
Dwarvish runes.
The upper portion of the great cavern was intended to be the final resting place of Durgeddin’s clan. Durgeddin and his followers feared that their war against the orcs would
tomb appear to represent the names of the occupants or the intended occupants. Three of the stone coffins have additional runes carved into them.
If someone in the party can read Dwarvish, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
its residual magic, the characters—both the material and the ethereal ones—can safely analyze and fix the device so that it functions as Macreadus intended. The steps to be followed are summarized
of miles to the south. The extreme cold has caused the wine to freeze. Despite its inability to partake of the libations, the spirit of Macreadus reacts poorly toward characters who thaw and drink
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
guards. The walls ringing the rest of the camp are 12 feet high, but they look higher from outside because of the fort’s elevation. 2. Ore Gate Despite its name, this secondary gate on the south wall
half of his right hand; tooth marks are still clearly visible in the scar tissue. Despite Rahl’s ferocious appearance, he’s a jovial prankster who spends most of his off-duty time telling wild stories
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
and containers, some of which have been destroyed or pried open, spilling their contents on the floor. Inside are building materials, fertilizers, and other foundational supplies intended for the
in the corners of the ring.
This gymnasium was used for athletic competitions and sparring matches. Three androids work here. Despite their friendly demeanors, the malfunctioning Constructs are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
” on it records adventures the order has undertaken. It also notes intended headquarters renovations that are constantly behind schedule, given how much time the franchise members spend away from the
“Wilbur” and the other with “Wilhelmina.” Each collar is worth 50 gp. Fourth Floor The circular staircase ends on this floor in a room that contains vibrant decor despite its sparse furnishings — a bed
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
Dwarvish. Previous explorers have taken everything of value from this room. The painted red mark is intended to indicate a safe exit door, although the characters might interpret it differently. G2
of the cages for customers, usually on captured thieves or duergar who worked too slowly. She might talk briefly with the characters, but only as a pretense to determine their numbers and weaknesses
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
artifacts that could rewind time (see the “Secret of the Obelisks” sidebar). It was damaged during Ythryn’s fall and, despite Iriolarthas’s best efforts, the demilich could not repair it. Characters who
, nothing happened. Through no fault of her own, she had become a statue permanently. Only a wish spell can restore her, and then only briefly as she ages centuries in a matter of seconds. Characters who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
power does—the power to influence, administer, and evade the rule of law. Despite its luxuries and breathtaking vistas, the Lady’s Ward is quieter than other wards, its solemn streets frequented by
blocks are in Morte’s Planar Parade) 12 A kraken that briefly drowned one of Sigil’s wards by using portals to aquatic planes Wardens. Sigil is a big city, and the wheels of justice turn slowly. Factol
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
the first person to talk to them in private. Laughing off his claims as “political rhetoric,” he offers to buy drinks and asks to hear the group’s stories. Harbin Wester is intended to be a political
that the misfortune of previous years has been due to a lack of devotion to Tymora. Despite this, most locals like the priest, and are likely to help her if she’s in trouble. Development. Garaele was
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
Hrakhamar Nearby volcanic eruptions forced the dwarves to abandon Hrakhamar (map 2.9). They always intended to reoccupy and reactivate the forge when it was deemed safe, but that day never came
. 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->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
courtyard is empty, containing neither tree nor well. Its southern wall is the southern wall of Candlekeep itself, with a number of fieldstone-wrought buildings intended for visitors’ use built along it
and small gathering chambers, where monks may bring individual tomes to seekers to be read, and where seekers may consult with monks on further materials to enable their research. Despite being
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
open to the hallway. The stone slabs meant to seal the rooms lean against the walls outside the crypts.
These crypts are intended to hold the remains of the Durst family members on their deaths. The
to the back walls.
Despite the ominous trappings, the alcoves are empty. Secret Door. Characters searching the area find a secret door in the south wall with a successful DC 15 Intelligence
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
successful DC 25 Strength (Athletics) check to force the doors open. A knock spell disrupts the magic briefly, lowering the check DC to 15 for 1 minute. Glyph Keys. The wight and the deathlock wight each have
. The efreeti fights for its Thayan friends. If freed of the charmed condition, it snatches up a falchion intended for the golem and attacks the Thayans. If the efreeti is alive when the other foes in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
short, rock-like creature next to her takes notes with a stone stylus on a stone slab.
Claudio Pozas Honna This chapel, intended for Talhundereth’s visitors, was plundered of its gemstones long ago
, despite Ontharyx’s decision to join the cult. Worth the Effort. If the characters ask for a reward, Yanthdel reveals his magical periapt (see “Treasure” below) and agrees to exchange it for his father
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
conditions. Despite its charity, though, the Church of Last Hope is not universally loved. The Faithless, the Guild-associated gang in Twin Songs, see a trove of wealthy city-dwellers and wishy-washy non
is true: the thick wall walks act as elevated streets, with locals able to look out over the layout from above and easily pick a path to their intended destination. Second only to the Wide in the chaos
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
intermediaries to help extricate the needful from destructive conditions. Despite its charity, though, the Church of Last Hope is not universally loved. The Faithless, the Guild-associated gang in Twin Songs
to their intended destination. Second only to the Wide in the chaos and liveliness of its markets, Little Calimshan opens its gates to outsiders for just a few hours each day. Inside its warren of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
despite his current situation, believing everything will work out and he’ll have quite a story to tell afterward. If the characters release him, he searches the kitchen (area B13) for something to wear
the characters follow Charm’s shadow on its escape attempt, it leads them to the stairs under Bavlorna’s cottage, where it waits briefly. When Charm leaves Bavlorna’s cottage, the darkling elder and her