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Aereni High Elf

Species Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

they split into two distinct cultures: the introspective Aereni and the warlike Tairnadal. While neither of these cultures have much interest in human activities, a small number of elves have immigrated

to perfect the techniques of their ancestors. With centuries to devote to their studies, the elves are masters of their chosen crafts; at the same time, their society has changed very little over the

Aereni Wood Elf

Species Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

they split into two distinct cultures: the introspective Aereni and the warlike Tairnadal. While neither of these cultures have much interest in human activities, a small number of elves have immigrated

to perfect the techniques of their ancestors. With centuries to devote to their studies, the elves are masters of their chosen crafts; at the same time, their society has changed very little over the

Valenar High Elf

Species Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

they split into two distinct cultures: the introspective Aereni and the warlike Tairnadal. While neither of these cultures have much interest in human activities, a small number of elves have immigrated

to perfect the techniques of their ancestors. With centuries to devote to their studies, the elves are masters of their chosen crafts; at the same time, their society has changed very little over the

Valenar Wood Elf

Species Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

they split into two distinct cultures: the introspective Aereni and the warlike Tairnadal. While neither of these cultures have much interest in human activities, a small number of elves have immigrated

to perfect the techniques of their ancestors. With centuries to devote to their studies, the elves are masters of their chosen crafts; at the same time, their society has changed very little over the

Warforged Personality

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

. Many warforged embrace a concrete purpose—protecting allies, completing a contract, or other pursuits—and devote themselves to this task as they once did to war. However, there are warforged who

delight in exploring their feelings and their freedom. Most warforged have no interest in religion, but some embrace faith and mysticism, seeking higher purpose and deeper meaning. The typical warforged

Clerics and Champions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

domain appropriate to that deity for their Divine Domain feature. Often, heroes choose to devote themselves to particular gods either out of piety or self-interest. Sometimes, though, the gods choose

demands won’t be refused. Most heroes in a Theros campaign, and all clerics, are assumed to devote themselves to a god’s cause, acting as that god’s champion. All the characters in a party might serve

High Elves: The Aereni

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

council of undead high elves. The greatest heroes of the Aereni join the Undying Court after death, joining their heroic ancestors in immortality. The Aereni are isolationists who have little interest

a quest by one of your own deathless ancestors? Or are you an exile, banished from your homeland for some crime against your people’s rulers? Consider your character’s personal and family history

Elves

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

: the introspective Aereni and the warlike Tairnadal. While neither of these cultures have much interest in human activities, a small number of elves have immigrated to Khorvaire over the years and

ancestors. With centuries to devote to their studies, the elves are masters of their chosen crafts; at the same time, their society has changed very little over the last five thousand years, while

Preparation Time

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

encounter. Step 4. Consider how each definite encounter relates to the players’ motivations. Think about elements you can add to interest them. For example, a combat encounter could open with a tense

. Carefully review each “possible” encounter. Step 7. Devote any time you have left to creating improvisational aids. Three-Hour Preparation If you have three hours to prepare, add these steps: Step 8. Skim

Preparation Time

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

encounter. Step 4. Consider how each definite encounter relates to the players’ motivations (see the “Know Your Players” section in chapter 2). Think about elements you can add to interest them. For example

another hour to prepare, add these steps: Step 6. Carefully review each “possible” encounter. Step 7. Devote any time you have left to creating improvisational aids (see the “Improvising Answers” section in

Erebos's Influence

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

Erebos’s Influence Born from Heliod’s shadow and then banished to the Underworld, Erebos claimed dominion over that desolate realm. He sees it as his duty and his right to ensure that those who

sometimes sends agents to retrieve those he has particular interest in. Erebos’s Goals Erebos wants above all to maintain his position of absolute authority over the realm of the dead. He lashes out at

Elves of Aerenal

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

have little interest in the world beyond their island. The Five Nations are a place of chaos and war. With this in mind, what has caused you to leave your island and wander the world? Are you in search

of a power that could earn you your place in the Undying Court? Have you been given a quest by one of your own deathless ancestors? Or are you an exile, banished from your homeland for some crime

Life in Godsbreath

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

the most severe wrongs, offenders are banished to uninhabited islands, though they retain the right to travel to the Meet each year to seek reconciliation with the larger community. The Gods’ Tale The

’ example. The Covenant is a pantheon of deities with a particular interest in Godsbreath. They have varied alignments and interests. This local pantheon is for you to define and might include gods

Tracking the Moose

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

11–12 Banshee 13–14 Brown bear(s) 15–16 Chwingas 17–18 Fox and hare 19–20 Wolf pack Banshee This banshee is the spectral remnant of a female elf warrior who was banished

bear’s mate and 1d4 cubs (noncombatants). Chwingas As the characters navigate the woods or stop to rest, 1d4 chwingas (see appendix C) take an interest in them. Fox and Hare The characters spot an arctic

Adirohit's Retribution

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

voice from beneath the tree stump. “Has that horror been banished? Is she finally gone? Set things right. Set me free!” If the characters respond to the voice, the speaker shares the following

interest in doing this, though—what Adirohit did to Manivarsha fills her with anger. Feel free to roleplaying the contentious dynamic between Amanisha and Adirohit, or encourage the characters to choose

Githzerai in the World

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

best interest to keep their citadels safe from discovery. Menyar-Ag prefers to plant them in desolate and rarely frequented places such as barren deserts or remote locations in the Underdark. The primary

reinforcements. For those who need such enticement, they offer the promise of sharing the bounty of great treasures held by the githyanki. Mind Flayers. Though they devote most of their military

Boromar Clan

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

owns warehouses, taverns, and inns throughout the city, and it has a considerable interest in the shipping trade. A Boromar heir sits on the city council of Sharn, and the current head of the clan is

organizations (the Aurum and the Tyrants). Because of their influence, the council has so far refused to devote any resources to combating the rise of Daask, hoping the monstrous guild will bring down the

Duthcloim

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

Encounters d20 Encounter 1–4 Bregan D’aerthe spy 5–8 Drow foot patrol 9–12 Drow priestess of Lolth 13–16 Spider nest 17–20 Statue of Lolth Bregan D’aerthe Spy A male drow spy takes an interest in

is out surveying damaged sections of the city. Merchants and crafters who confront the priestess, claiming to have lost everything in Demogorgon’s attack, are banished to the Braelyn. Locals driven mad

Giantkind

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

ordning also overlooks the fomorians and their progenitor, Karontor, who is usually described as Grolantor’s older twin. Just as Annam banished Karontor from the family of the gods for his part in

origin of cyclopes, and none of those legends are told by cyclopes themselves (who generally display little interest in the question of their origins and their connection to the gods). Some myths lump

Undersigil

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

Planar Parade). The Lady of Pain pays little attention to what goes down in Undersigil, though nothing in or under the City of Doors is beyond her reach. Dead factions, banished from the city above

impromptu forums as desperate factols hope to rekindle interest in outdated ideologies and poach each other’s members. One Pixel Brush Dead factions cling to life in Nowhere, a depressing refuge

Infernal Contracts

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

(lesser devils will often settle for three, greater devils for nine, and archdevils have no interest in such a paltry alternative) An exorbitant sum of gold plus the sacrifice of many humanoids in the

carved into the poor wretch’s skin. To enter the contract, the devil and the character who made the deal carves their names into the wretch, who is then promptly banished. Use the commoner stat block to

Starting Quests

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

while sipping zzar and listening to gossip. Her family has a tarnished reputation, having once been banished from Waterdeep for slavery and other illegal acts. Although the Rosznar family is trying

with the Xanathar Guild and gauge interest in setting up a slave trade in Skullport, far from the eyes of Waterdavian authorities. Esvele didn’t learn of this meeting until after Kressando vanished, and

Annam and the Ordning

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

assault the Feywild. Just as the fomorians were banished into the Underdark, so too did Annam banish Karontor to a subterranean prison. Priests and Rites. Few dare to worship Karontor, even in secret

sometimes refer to him as “the banished son,” “the forgotten one,” or “the king that crawls.” A few cults revere him, beseeching him for sinister magical secrets or to consume their enemies. Memnor When

Brimstone Hold Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

threatening to devour any dockhands working there. Kalimrax finds her task incredibly dull and looks to the hold’s occasional visitors to provide some interest. The dragon interrogates newcomers, hoping

hour. The dragon threatens to eat any character who fails to hold her interest. Kalimrax attacks any character she sees trying to enter the hold by stealth or by force, but she doesn’t pursue

Gnome Gods

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

alignment, province (the god’s main areas of interest and responsibility), suggested domains for clerics who serve the god, and a common symbol of the god. Several of the gods in the table are described

differ from telling to telling, all gnomes know the story of how Garl banished Urdlen from the Golden Hills because Urdlen refused to go on an important quest. Despite Garl’s efforts and the pleas of

Roleplaying a Giant

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

accept is in the form of livestock and crops, but this isn’t their only source of food. Cloud giants are avid gardeners. Almost all cloud giant strongholds devote space to a garden that produces

benign disposition revere him for his charm, intelligence, and persuasiveness, while those of a more malign bent take Memnor’s self-interest to heart and imitate his trickery. Cloud giants that take a

Stone Giants

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

. Young stone giants practice tirelessly, hoping to prove themselves worthy of assisting the tribe’s best carvers. A stone giant master carver might devote years to finding the best stone before

interest in how soon Annam’s return comes to pass — they all want to live to see it. Some individuals gain a measure of immortality for themselves by merging with elemental forces. These storm giant

Areas of the Sanctum

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

of this room, all of them packed with books that deal with subjects of interest to wizards. Manshoon has amassed a sizable collection, including ten rare volumes he removed from Duhlark Kolat’s

devote time and resources to retrieving or replacing it. If Laeral Silverhand has the opportunity to trade for Manshoon’s spellbook, she offers the characters a sailing ship and a set of bracers of

The Dark Seldarine

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

(the god’s main areas of interest and responsibility), suggested domains for clerics who serve the god, and a common symbol of the god. The gods in the table are described below. Drow Deities (The

even the Queen of Spiders is sometimes tricked when Zinzerena shifts blame for her actions onto others. Not many female drow devote their lives to the study of magic, because it’s held to be a low-status

Fort Beluarian

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

; their chief duty is rowing the boats back and forth. In case of danger, they can barricade themselves inside the stoutest log building or row out to sea until whatever threatens them loses interest

them to the great hall (area 10C). Adventurers who refuse the summons are banished from the fort. Those who agree to meet with Liara are asked to serve the Flaming Fist. For each service they perform

Locations in Triboar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

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

room, barely noticed by the Troll’s other patrons. A lifelong resident of Neverwinter, he was “banished” by his superiors to the Allfaiths Shrine in Red Larch. He has yet to arrive there, choosing

Metallic Dragons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

animals to observe other creatures of interest. They are also fascinated by warfare and eagerly join armies fighting for a just cause. Ancient Bronze Dragon Ancient Bronze Dragon Gargantuan dragon

initiative count 20 on the next round. One creature the dragon can see within 120 feet of it must succeed on a DC 15 Charisma saving throw or be banished to a dream plane, a different plane of existence the

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