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Elf
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Basic Rules (2014)
usually limited, though a few elves make a good living by trading crafted items for metals (which they have no interest in mining).
Elves encountered outside their own lands are commonly traveling
. “All that haste, their ambition and drive to accomplish something before their brief lives pass away—human endeavors seem so futile sometimes. But then you look at what they have
Species
Acquisitions Incorporated
.
Reality is a descent into chaos punctuated by brief flashes of order, whence we arose and so imagine it to be the norm rather than a distant outlier. That-Which-Endures held entropy back for a mere instant
little interest in what people say about it.
Ongoing Mutations
Because the verdan have not dwelled long in the world, they are still discovering new things about themselves. Chief among these
Lizardfolk
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
other humanoids. Like most reptiles, their feelings largely revolve around fear, aggression, and pleasure.
Lizardfolk experience most feelings as detached descriptions of creatures and situations
into the future. This approach allows them to maintain their current level of influence in the world, but it limits their growth. Lizardfolk have no interest in developing writing, making long-term
Yuan-ti Pureblood
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interest of maintaining the strength of their personal bloodline.
The yuan-ti have abandoned their humanity and consider non-serpentine humanoids to be lesser creatures, barely more civilized than
their human emotions. Now they view the world from a pragmatic and dispassionate perspective. They understand emotional connections in a detached, intellectual way, and recognize that these feelings in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
best interest of Silvanesti first.” Meeting Zhelsuel Zhelsuel confronts Dalamar and the characters when they arrive. He wants nothing to do with outsiders and sees them as an obstacle to the elves
(Persuasion) check convinces him to converse, though most of Zhelsuel’s responses are cutting and brief: Zhelsuel shares any of the information from the “Silvanesti’s Exiles” or “Zhelsuel” sections. If
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Gods of the Yuan-ti The detached, intellectual nature of the yuan-ti doesn’t lend itself to fervent or devout worship in the manner that others revere their deities. Nonetheless, they acknowledge a
Merrshaulk’s devout turned to the worship of the Sibilant Death, believing him to be an avatar of their deity. They granted him enough power to mount a brief recovery, but those actions were too little and too
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Worshiping Ephara To an extent, Ephara’s devout show their faith by going about their lives and contributing to society. Midday services at Ephara’s temples often feature a brief prayer, followed by
a longer talk from an industrial or civic leader on a topic of general interest. Attendants often bring meals to eat while on a break from their jobs. Ephara’s face is a common sight in cities. Marble
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
monasteries are full of decaying, dying, and dead animal and plant specimens, which they study with detached interest. They frequently purchase rare specimens from adventurers and merchants that they
. These monks seek the secrets of life by studying death itself. It is the condition of being dead that concerns them most, and not what lies beyond; the afterlife holds little interest for them. Their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Emerald Enclave The Emerald Enclave takes an interest in characters who seek to preserve the balance within Waterdeep (particularly clerics of nature, druids, and rangers). Any such character is
spell’s level. Emerald Enclave Missions Party Level Mission Brief Mission Requirements and Reward 2nd “Outlying farms are being terrorized by a scarecrow come to life. It has slaughtered livestock
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
something valuable: the Blackstaff’s patronage. Vajra continues to take an interest in their adventuring careers, helping out when she can. Force Grey (Gray Hands) Missions Party Level Mission Brief
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
Belial, but his contingency plans rescue him from possible disaster. Other devils might gain a brief advantage over the two lords because of their infighting, but whenever any true threat to their rule
who are desperate to attain positions of power and status entreat her, as do those who — for whatever reason — need to be loved, feared, or respected. Fierna takes a direct interest in the soul trade
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Scions of Elemental Evil
eyes regard you with intense interest.
“Step forward, heroes,” the queen says. “Word of your exploits has brought solace to my ears in these troubled times, and I am honored that you’ve answered my
should begin your mission.” Who Is Taking Us to the Temple? “My agent Filonia will drive you in an ox cart to the temple’s outskirts. She will brief you further along the journey.” The Queen’s Boon Once
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
the hold remained the personal property of the Margaster family. For a brief time a little more than a century ago, Thornhold fell into Zhentarim hands. When the Zhentarim marched through the
route. The Knights of Samular also show interest in restoring their outpost at Thornhold as a prelude to sorties into the Mere, and there is talk that these desires may lead to a curious alliance
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Mistshore: Winter The characters head to Mistshore in search of the man they believe has the Stone of Golorr. En route to that destination, the man had his hire-coach make a brief stop in the Castle
them (see “The Three Urchins”). When the children see the characters for the first time, their interest is piqued. The children fancy themselves adventurers of sorts, and they are quick to idolize and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
nearer, you are increasingly adept at deciphering nature’s mysteries.
6 You have no idea why Pharika showed interest in you, and you might sometimes wish she hadn’t.
Devotion to Pharika In
darkest and direst secrets earn the right to live forever. (Evil)
5 Fatalism. Everyone dies. As a result, I may employ their brief lives to further my agendas. (Evil)
6 Tutelage. The world is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
Guide at market prices. Twelve years ago, Jessamine had a brief but torrid love affair with an Amnian sea captain. The “fruit” of that affair is a shy daughter named Ymezra. Under Jessamine’s watchful
explorers, Jobal has an intense interest in maps of Chult. He would pay the characters handsomely for Syndra Silvane’s map, if he learns of its existence. If they refuse to sell, he’ll resort to theft
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
that Renaer has ties to the Harpers and might share information of interest with the characters.) Weeks after his arrest, Davil is released from custody once the Lords of Waterdeep are satisfied that
neither he nor his associates are responsible for the recent violence. Zhentarim Missions Party Level Mission Brief Mission Requirements and Reward 2nd “Someone is killing elf and half-elf sailors
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
here focuses on humanoid NPCs, you can adjust details to create monstrous NPCs as well. Occupation and History In one sentence, describe the NPC’s occupation and provide a brief historical note that
employer 5 Captivated by a romantic interest 6 Drawn to a special place 7 Protective of a sentimental keepsake 8 Protective of a valuable possession 9 Out for revenge 10 Roll twice, ignoring results
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
. Characters with no special interest in serving a deity might participate in the “Scales of War” prelude instead. The prelude unfolds in a surreal, dreamlike situation where characters can follow a
elaborate on why they chose the character or why they’re revealing themself now. This brief conversation allows characters to learn as much as you deem necessary about their gods, and it ends with the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
blissfully unaware of the party’s intrusion or show no interest in the characters. A shy or reclusive archfey might not want to be disturbed at all. How and when the archfey crosses paths with the
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
, and now the emissaries have grown anxious waiting for his answer. Both emissaries show evidence of their (false) interest in currying favor with House Freth by coming to its defense if Spiderwatch Keep
delicate hinged doors. The silver cage is fused to the wall and can’t be detached from it. Inside the cage is a 3-foot-tall obsidian statue of Lolth in her drow form. The statue is smeared with sacrificial
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
and by making DC 14 Charisma (Performance) check. On a successful check, the zombie gurgles contently and loses interest in the lever. It shuffles along when the doors unlock. On a failed check, the
indifferent toward the characters. When the characters enter, the Undead poet laments its situation and asks them to help it complete a brief epitaph for a member of the Doomguard who drowned in a bathhouse
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
; see Morte’s Planar Parade) commands the Harmonium. His devotion to his fellows, particularly new recruits, is renowned, and he takes a personal interest in all members who cross his path. Tough as
, ensuring the face of justice is detached from its duty. Role in Sigil. The Mercykillers headquarter in the Prison, an imposing gray fortress that holds criminals sentenced by the courts of Sigil. Non
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
. T4. Happy Horse Ranch The Karnveller family raises, trains, sells, and stables horses. Three large buildings stand on their property: a two-story log house with a detached outhouse (the family
speaks of his past or his family, and he has no interest in describing how he ended up a shop owner in Triboar. The truth is, several members of Othovir’s family are secret worshipers of Asmodeus, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
to attack anyone who snoops around her room. Logbook. On the desk is a log of all the treasures and prisoners transported to and from the Three Moons Vault. Of interest to the characters are the
allows a creature to view the chamber below (area V34). A black moonlight mirror is suspended from three iron chains connected to the sides of the opening. The mirror can be safely detached from one iron
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
you wish. In the affected area, certain effects and brief encounters reinforce an underlying theme. These effects occur as characters traverse an influenced region or add interest to a specific
, writing on foggy glass, or insects swarming to create messages. 76–80 During the next night, one sleeping character in the region receives a vision as if the target of the dream spell. The dream is brief
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
room are normal for the place — none are valuable or of more than passing interest. Carcasses. The carcasses are those of a sahuagin and a shark. If Oceanus is with the party, he can identify the
lizardfolk in area 23. Treasure. About 5 feet north of the center of the southern wall, partially buried in the mud, is a breastplate — much battered and twisted and now detached from the full suit
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
she sleeps only in brief catnaps — even in the middle of the night there is a fifty percent chance that she is wide awake. If confronted here by intruders, Hellenrae immediately attacks. If she is
wriggle out of the window and drop to the garden below (area M14). Hellenrae flees by this route if she is cornered and doesn’t believe she can defeat her enemies. Treasure Hellenrae has little interest
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
a Potion of Healing. He then leads them to the Ceremonial Chamber of Gorm (area B26) for a brief induction ceremony, where each inductee is given a storm-blue tunic, a brass mask of Gorm worth 10 gp
warriors who can hold their own. If a character expresses interest in joining the Warriors of Madarua—and if they don’t display allegiance to another faction, such as a prominent tattoo or mask—Pandora