detailed interests are bond

Asteria

Monsters The Book of Many Things

still draws much of her power from her bond with Euryale. Asteria is foremost a protector and warrior, traveling the multiverse to uproot injustice, defend innocents, and inspire hope. She believes

discovery. She’s as likely to be found climbing trees or poring over arcane texts as she is brandishing her sword in battle. Anyone who engages Asteria in conversation about her interests finds

Topaz Dragon Wyrmling

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

can endure their abrasive demeanor, caustic observations, and morbid interests can form a lasting bond with a powerful ally. Entropic Hoards Topaz dragons prize information on destruction and

Young Topaz Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

demeanor, caustic observations, and morbid interests can form a lasting bond with a powerful ally. Entropic Hoards Topaz dragons prize information on destruction and creation, whether abstract or

Adult Topaz Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

. But anyone who can endure their abrasive demeanor, caustic observations, and morbid interests can form a lasting bond with a powerful ally. Entropic Hoards Topaz dragons prize information on

Ancient Topaz Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

irritated when disturbed. But anyone who can endure their abrasive demeanor, caustic observations, and morbid interests can form a lasting bond with a powerful ally. Entropic Hoards Topaz dragons prize

Loxodon

Species Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

in any capacity, loxodons devote themselves to maintaining that bond. They coordinate their efforts and are often willing to sacrifice themselves for the sake of the group. They expect reciprocal

Orzhov Syndicate, community means the syndicate alone, with its interests taking priority over those of any other group. Loxodon Names A loxodon’s name includes subtle tones, produced in a loxodon

Wicked Personality

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

obtain a bond. Flaws. In one sentence, describe how the Darklord’s personality causes them to act against their own best interests, especially in their quest to win their bonds and desires. Flaws are

you might give any NPC, as detailed in the section on creating nonplayer characters in the Dungeon Master’s Guide: Ideal. In one sentence, describe an ideal that the Darklord holds dear and that

Personal Characteristics

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

character’s interests and disposition. Personality traits might describe the things your character likes, his or her past accomplishments, things your character dislikes or fears, your character’s self

than with moral or ethical perspectives. Bonds Create one bond for your character. Bonds represent a character’s connections to people, places, and events in the world. They tie you to things from your

Embodiment of Decay

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

don’t understand the dragons’ proclivity for destroying large swaths of countryside. Beyond that, topaz dragons dislike company and grow irritated when disturbed. But anyone who can endure their abrasive demeanor, caustic observations, and morbid interests can form a lasting bond with a powerful ally.

Features

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

Features Those familiar with San Citlán know the following facts: Hallmarks. San Citlán is known for its magical industry but also its economic disparity. Its people maintain a strong bond with their

intelligent Undead known as olvidados (detailed below) also reside here and are fully accepted as citizens. Languages. The language of San Citlán is Citlanés, which is related to Tletlahtolli (the

Alignment

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

evil character, Artemis is not an ideal adventurer. He began his career as a villain, and only cooperates with heroes when he must—and when it’s in his own best interests. In most games, evil

adventurers cause problems in groups alongside others who don’t share their interests and objectives. Generally, evil alignments are for villains and monsters. Languages Your race indicates the languages

Simic Scientist

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

interfere with the conclusions of logic. (Lawful) 6 Superiority. My vast intellect and strength are directed toward increasing my sway over others. (Evil) Bonds d6 Bond

my research and any other tasks I have to complete. Contacts The fluid nature of clades, whose rosters span different laboratories and change as researchers discover new interests, creates

Ivana's Intrigues

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Ivana’s Intrigues Ivana Boritsi’s interests lie in manipulating sweeping aspects of Borca’s society, asserting her dominance amid an ever-shifting landscape of petty noble schemes. She isn’t a

poisons detailed in the Dungeon Master’s Guide as a baseline for the effects Ivana creates and combine them with the effects of enchantment and illusion spells to design custom, nonmagical toxins for her

Optional Rule: Loyalty

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

the NPC is currently under a player’s control). An NPC’s loyalty score increases by 1d4 if other party members help the NPC achieve a goal tied to its bond. Likewise, an NPC’s loyalty score increases

party members act in a manner that runs counter to the NPC’s alignment or bond, reduce the NPC’s loyalty score by 1d4. Reduce the NPC’s loyalty score by 2d4 if the character is abused, misled, or

Waterdhavian Noble

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

up with the family you are part of —there are around seventy-five lineages in Waterdeep, each with its own financial interests, specialties, and schemes. You might be part of the main line of

and raised in a different world from the one that most folk know—one that grants you privilege but also calls you to fulfill a duty befitting your station. Your bond might be associated with your

Deepening Relationships

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

, the character can express a wish for a deeper connection with that NPC. This might be a romantic pairing, a deeper platonic camaraderie, or a sibling-like bond. Before this encounter takes place

, talk to the player to ensure a clear understanding of what sort of Relationship they seek with the NPC. Students discuss their shared interests during a sunset date Becoming Beloveds If a player wants a

The Forgotten Realms

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

well. Each of the characters included in this set has two personality traits (one positive and one negative), an ideal, a bond, and a flaw. These elements can make the character easier and more fun

for above all else. A character’s bond represents a connection to a person, place, or event in the world — someone the character cares about, a place that holds a special connection, or a treasured

Loyalists of Kalakeri

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

threshold at which they’ll be entertained are detailed on the Loyalist Benefits table—along with how the request adjusts the character’s renown score with the faction, if applicable. Ramya treats those with

Convincing the faction to heed advice seemingly counter to its interests –5 25 Convincing Ramya to leave Jadurai –5

Strahd's Powers and Dominion

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

mysterious goals. As part of this arrangement, Strahd avoids harming Vistani who travel within his land. Closing the Borders. Strahd closes Barovia’s borders whenever something that interests him threatens to

escape, surrounding the domain with poisonous mist. Those who enter the Mists choke and are affected as detailed in “The Mists” section at the start of this chapter.

Introducing the Deck

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

Introducing the Deck This book provides several ways to introduce the Deck of Many Things to your campaign, depending on the interests of your players and the kind of story you want to tell. The

, Asteria or Euryale, detailed in chapter 22, might give a deck to characters desperate to change their destiny. Hello there! I’ve snuck some notes throughout this book—it felt appropriate, given my experience with this wondrous deck. May my words provide you with insight and inspiration! −Asteria

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

raid just as another group returns, laden with severed heads, sacks of loot, and armfuls of food. Warriors also serve as scouts, bringing back detailed reports about the surrounding area so that the

goals of the tribe don’t concern me. Personal glory is what I crave. (Chaotic) 6 Savagery. I will not be controlled. (Chaotic) Orc Bonds d6 Bond 1 I will defend my

Meeting Cudgel

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

excuses herself to check on her company at the mercenary camp (detailed in the “Vogler Gazetteer” section). Ridomir “Cudgel” Ironsmile Cudgel Ironsmile (neutral, hill dwarf veteran) hails from the

. “I like a well-thought-out plan, but a well-executed one is sublime.” Bond. “Money motivates, but the right cause inspires.” Flaw. “I can be slow to leave the comforts of an inn or tavern.”

Faction Agent

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

with interests and concerns that transcend local politics and geography, the Alliance has its own cadre of individuals who work on behalf of the organizations, wider agenda. Alliance agents are required

agent. (For instance, consider the words “faith” and “faction” to be interchangeable.) Your bond might be associated with other members of your faction, or a location or an

Keeper Societies

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

interests in occultism. Some members are actual invested scholars, while others are simply bored rich folk. But all have a strong interest in séances, fortune-telling, secrets of the afterlife, sightings

truth and the tools wereravens have long used to combat evil. Among these are spirit boards (detailed in chapter 4), tarokka decks, Mist talismans, and piecemeal occult writings from various domains

Detailed NPCs

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

Detailed NPCs For NPCs who play larger roles in your adventures, allow more time to flesh out their histories and personalities. As you’ll see, ten sentences can sum up the main elements of a

memorable NPC, one sentence for each of the following: Occupation and history Appearance Abilities Talent Mannerism Interactions with others Useful knowledge Ideal Bond Flaw or secret Although the material

Erasmus van Richten

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

. The ghostly son of Ingrid and Rudolph van Richten (detailed later in this section) follows his father, trying to aid him and ever wishing he could let his father know he’s okay. But the interaction of

has a purpose.” Bond. “I lost my family, but I can embrace a new one. Anyone who needs me and means well is welcome.” Flaw. “I’ve been the source of so much trouble. I never want to be a bother

B: Elven Encampment

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

and precision.” Ideal. “I take pride in work done to perfection.” Bond. “I’ll show my people what I can do. My name won’t be forgotten.” Flaw. “I won’t accept any course of action that doesn’t put the

headed north. He doesn’t know their destination, but he suspects they’re not just wandering. He suggests that perhaps the Dragon Army, the elves, and the characters have similar interests in this

Ez d'Avenir

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

feeds on the innocent is the worst of all evils and must be destroyed.” Bond. “I’ve known little of family, but I hold those I care for close, and one day I’ll consider them a family of my own.” Flaw

when featuring Ez in an adventure: Ez discovers an incarnation of the tragic soul Tatyana (detailed in the “Barovia” domain). While investigating ways to keep her safe, she accidentally alerts Strahd’s

Meeting Darrett

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

. He always has their best interests in mind. Portray him as reliable and with whatever quirks your players are likely to find charming. Establish Darrett’s trustworthiness now so the characters know

he apologizes profusely. Personality Trait. “My mind sometimes works faster than I can talk, and I often second-guess myself.” Ideal. “My honor is my life.” Bond. “As Becklin’s student, I’m trying to

Adventures and Encounters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

regalia of the Cyran crown. Two of the dragonmarked houses, Orien and Cannith, also have vested interests in investigating the Mournland’s ruins and often hire adventurers to pursue those interests

glass eye 5 A silver lapel pin of a finely detailed gorgon’s head with ruby eyes 6 A monocle that can be used as a telescope 7 A six-inch-tall mechanical marmoset in need of minor repairs 8 A small

Harkon's Powers and Dominion

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

, becomes their mentor, traps them within the bond of lycanthropy, and then uses them as tools (see the “Insatiable Hungers” section later in this domain for details). Such alliances rarely last for more

close Kartakass’s borders, a soothing song fills the Mists. The Mists function as detailed in “The Mists” at the start of this chapter, but in addition, any creature in the Mists that has its speed

Guild Membership

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica

Guild Membership You establish your character’s membership in a guild by choosing that guild’s background from among those detailed in this chapter. This book assumes that you have chosen a guild and

they’re not necessarily bonds. People can be bonds if they inspire you, motivate you, or make you act against your best interests. (They can represent flaws if their existence amounts to a weakness

Life in the Domains of Dread

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

few with interests beyond their home domains make letter writing their preferred method of communication. A group called the Keepers of the Feather (detailed in the “Travelers in the Mists” section

between domains are essentially impossible. Rare individuals do travel between the domains, such as adventurers or roving Vistani families (detailed at the end of this chapter). Others who wish to travel

Asteria

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

Asteria Tinnel Lovitt Though she now travels alone, Asteria still draws much of her power from her bond with Euryale. Asteria is foremost a protector and warrior, traveling the multiverse to uproot

engages Asteria in conversation about her interests finds her an overflowing font of information. But she also retains her stubborn streak and quickly repudiates anyone who tries to order her around

NPCs as Party Members

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

a bond of loyalty, gratitude, or love. You can delegate decisions about an NPC’s actions to one of the players, especially in combat, but you can override the player’s decisions to reflect the NPC’s

the party’s best interests. The disloyal NPC either leaves the party (attacking characters who attempt to intervene) or works in secret to bring about the party’s downfall. Crew Loyalty and Mutiny

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