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Acquisitions Incorporated
or 2 on a damage die, he can reroll the die and must use the new roll.
Whip. Melee Weapon Attack: +5;{"diceNotation":"1d20+5","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Whip"} to hit, reach 10 ft., one target
carries an actual toothbrush (named Percival) and actual floss at all times.
Those who know Donaar quickly come to recognize that the braggadocio that defines him involves a certain amount of artifice
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Brave. The chieftain has advantage on saving throws against being frightened.
Brute. A melee weapon deals one extra die of its damage when the chieftain hits with it (included in the attack
through countless harsh winters. The Reghed wear heavy furs as well as gloves, boots, and masks made of animal hide, to protect themselves from the bitter cold.
Although they originally descended from
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Brave. The great warrior has advantage on saving throws against being frightened.
Brute. A melee weapon deals one extra die of its damage when the great warrior hits with it (included in the attack
kept them alive through countless harsh winters. The Reghed wear heavy furs as well as gloves, boots, and masks made of animal hide, to protect themselves from the bitter cold.
Although they originally
Monsters
The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Boon of Immortality. Endelyn is immune to any effect that would age her, and she can’t die from old age.
Eclipsed Doom. Endelyn can be killed only if she is reduced to 0 hit points during a
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At will: detect magic, mage hand
2/day each: augury, polymorph
1/day: plane shift (self only)Endelyn, also known by the names Creeping Lyn and Bitter End, is the youngest member of the Hourglass
Monsters
Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
wealth and power with a bitter mix of longing, regret, and shame, seeking always to replace the grandest treasures they once possessed. Simple coins, gems, or trade goods do nothing to satisfy the
the chosen prize. A giant might undertake a carefully planned robbery, making extensive use of magic to cover their presence. Or it might engage in a brute-force raid that involves tearing off the
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
important than the gear and fighting style of its members, and so most of these orders aren’t limited to fighting types, but are open to all sorts of folk who are willing to battle and die for the
your identity as a knight of your order.
Your bond almost always involves the order to which you belong (or at least key members of it), and it is highly unusual for a knight’s ideal not to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
creatures to migrate southward or die. As go the reindeer, so go the Reghed tribesfolk. In time, even the lakes freeze solid, depriving Ten-Towners of the knucklehead trout upon which their survival
depends. Within a year or two, Icewind Dale becomes a gods-forsaken wasteland as cold as Stygia. The bitter cold allows Levistus to open portals between Icewind Dale and the sixth layer of the Nine
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
oppressor became the means of her bitter domination. The Darklord Urik von Kharkov ruled from the now-ruined Castle Pantara, a fortress of tyranny and torment from which he hunted the people of Valachan
the Mists. Chakuna swore to save her people. She entered the tournament freely, determined to turn the tables on von Kharkov or die. She vowed to sacrifice whatever it took to defeat the Darklord—but
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Damage Rolls Each weapon, spell, and harmful monster ability specifies the damage it deals. You roll the damage die or dice, add any modifiers, and apply the damage to your target. Magic weapons
add your relevant ability modifier. If the attack involves other damage dice, such as from the rogue's Sneak Attack feature, you roll those dice twice as well.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Damage Rolls Each weapon, spell, and harmful monster ability specifies the damage it deals. You roll the damage die or dice, add any modifiers, and apply the damage to your target. Magic weapons
then add your relevant ability modifier. If the attack involves other damage dice, such as from the rogue’s Sneak Attack feature, you roll those dice twice as well.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Goliath Goliaths can prove useful allies, but never turn to them in weakness. They are as hard and unforgiving as the mountain stone, as cold and pitiless as its bitter, cold winds. If you approach
hearts are infused with the cold regard of their frigid realm, leaving each goliath with the responsibility to earn a place in the tribe or die trying.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
monsters. He sends his champions to fetch the necessary ingredients for her.
3 A bitter noble makes a pact with Mogis for power in exchange for carrying out a plot to ignite a war between Meletis
and Setessa. Thousands will die unless the scheme is put to rest.
4 Mogis agrees to ally with three other gods against their rivals if they help him defeat Iroas. Mogis’s brother does the same. Soon the entire pantheon divides along faction lines and prepare for the final war.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
the Bitter Blade in House Deneith squeezes tribute from local towns in exchange for “protection.” 3 An heir of House Ghallanda poisons members of other dragonmarked houses who stay in non-Ghallanda
inns, discrediting rival businesses while attacking the houses. 4 During a plague, a House Jorasco healer chooses which victims to cure and which to let die — and worse, which ones live to spread the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Endelyn Moongrave Endelyn, also known by the names Creeping Lyn and Bitter End, is the youngest member of the Hourglass Coven. People come to her to learn about their futures, which she spells out
tragedy, but if you can’t be bothered to put on a good show before you die, don’t waste my time.” Bond. “My world is the stage, and my theater is of paramount importance to me.” Flaw. “My death will occur
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
actual toothbrush (named Percival) and actual floss at all times. Those who know Donaar quickly come to recognize that the braggadocio that defines him involves a certain amount of artifice. When the
hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 10 (2d6 + 3) slashing damage. Whenever Donaar rolls a 1 or 2 on a damage die, he can reroll the die and must use the new roll.
Whip. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
1d6 for a predatory monster, 1d6 + 3 for ordinary travelers, or 1d6 + 6 for kindhearted individuals. Monster Personality If an encounter involves a significant individual, use the guidance in the
Fanatical; ready to die fighting 6 Brave; stands firm against danger 7 Jocular; taunts enemies 8 Orderly; difficult to rattle Monster Relationships Encounters with groups of monsters can be more
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
aren’t wearing armor or wielding a Shield, you gain the following benefits. Dance Virtuoso. You have Advantage on any Charisma (Performance) check you make that involves you dancing. Unarmored Defense
with an Unarmed Strike, you can deal Bludgeoning damage equal to a roll of your Bardic Inspiration die plus your Dexterity modifier, instead of the strike’s normal damage. This roll doesn’t expend the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
feelings become twisted by undeath. Love turns into hungry obsession, while friendship becomes bitter jealousy. In place of emotion, vampires pursue physical symbols of what they crave, so that a vampire
monster, shot him with arrows. But he did not die. He became a vampire — the first vampire, according to many sages.
In the centuries since his transformation, Strahd’s lust for life and youth have
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
specific treasures. Apocryphal writings in the Underworld library of Oneirrakthys say that Athreos was the first mortal to die. When he came to face the gods, he brought a single treasure as an
bitter old friend whenever the River Guide draws near. If any mortal has ever truly known Athreos, it is her.
Eight Exceptions. Eight times in the course of history, Athreos has purposely allowed a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
Ravenloft without first increasing their power will likely die. You can award experience points for the defeat of foes, use milestone awards, or a mixture of both. Given the fact that much of the
adventure involves social interaction and exploration, rather than combat, your work will probably be easier if you use milestone awards. Appropriate milestone awards include the following: Finding
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
former wealth and power with a bitter mix of longing, regret, and shame, seeking always to replace the grandest treasures they once possessed. Simple coins, gems, or trade goods do nothing to satisfy the
undertake a carefully planned robbery, making extensive use of magic to cover their presence. Or it might engage in a brute-force raid that involves tearing off the roof of a merchant’s home, seizing what
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
, even nations embroiled in bitter conflict will set their differences aside to help contain an outbreak of demons, or to seal off abyssal breaches before these fiends can break free. Signs of
Corruption. Demons carry the stain of abyssal corruption with them, and their mere presence changes the world for the worse. Plants wither and die in areas where abyssal breaches and demons appear. Animals
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
: “I am easily amused.” Any conflicting character trait is suppressed in the meantime. 4 The creature gains a die, a d4, which it can add to one ability check it makes before the next dawn. 5–7 The seed
turns into a gold piece. 8 The creature gains a die, a d8, which it can add to one ability check it makes before the next dawn. Hour 4: Big Top Extravaganza Spectators file into the Big Top and fill
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
the characters their next meal. Some characters begin this encounter trapped in the spiders’ sticky web (see the “Giant Web” section). Roll a die for each character. On an odd number, the character
tones as they march through the forest. They haven’t noticed you yet.
Three Hobgoblin Warriors were recently separated from their squadron after a bitter defeat. The Hostile hobgoblins are ornery
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
in the decaying cavity. A typical Bedlam greeting involves spitting at another’s feet—presuming the greeter is upwind—followed by a curt yet creative insult. An obsidian tower protrudes from the
spiteful residents plug their ears and communicate through shouts or irritated, nonverbal gestures. The bitter winds of Pandemonium erode the gate-town inside and out. Repairs to wind-blasted
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
The Revered Queen To slay in her name is our greatest service. To die in her name is our last act of reverence.
— Meldavh, githyanki knight
Vlaakith sits at the center of everything concerning
Vlaakith: she knows how to build fanatics. But alas, fanatics are good for nothing of lasting consequence.
The Bitter Truth In the time since Vlaakith made this promise to her people, she has called
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
reckless attacks with no regard for their own lives, seeking to cause as much damage as possible before falling. They are fearless and would rather die fighting among a mob of enemies than retreat a
single step. Followers of the Eternal Flame cult surround themselves with the largest fires they can create. Their favorite tactic involves using magic to open volcanic fissures or vents and channel
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
Might. The world is divided into the strong who rule and the weak who obey or die. 3 Cunning. Always have a backup plan ready, especially if it involves betraying someone. 4 Strength. Strength is the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Borderlands Quest: Goblin Trouble
characters can take are Search and Study. Searching is trying to notice something, like looking for anything important in a cluttered room. Studying generally involves using knowledge or logic to recall or
equal to the roll of the die. Anyone who gets a 12 or higher takes half that number, rounded down. So if you roll a 5 on the d6, the characters who failed the saving throw take 5 Bludgeoning damage, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
scripts and determine if they are legitimate, since a calligrapher’s training involves long hours of studying writing and attempting to replicate its style and design. Components. Calligrapher’s
medicine that is bitter or sour into a pleasing concoction. Survival. When foraging for food, you can make do with ingredients you scavenge that others would be unable to transform into nourishing meals
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
, crave violence, and fight to the bitter end. The berserkers retain vestiges of their former lives, including the thick clothing they wore as Reghed nomads, but their garments are torn and in need of
harmless gift—a friendly offering with a sweet taste. If the chwinga is insane, the frozen berry is bitter, and a character who eats it takes 1 poison damage and must succeed on a DC 8 Constitution saving
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Larva Farm Z’neth is a bitter, old hobgoblin warlord who buys and sells larvae (see chapter 2 of the Dungeon Master’s Guide for statistics). Mahadi facilitated Z’neth’s rise to power, helping him
up his first victory on that plane, however, Mahadi collected on Z’neth’s debt and bore him away to Avernus, where he languishes in obscurity, far from the planar battlefield he had hoped to die on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
that’s vaguely menacing. She worships the fire god Kossuth (pronounced kaw-SOOTH) and likes torturing others, particularly if it involves fire and hot coals. Kwayothé has two consorts — a succubus
every last vestige of the Chultan royal families. She considers Zhanthi her mortal enemy and has grown impatient waiting for the old noblewoman to die. Although she hides her contempt well, Kwayothé is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
table instead of rolling on that table. You can choose any effect in the table except for the final row, and if the chosen effect involves a roll, you must make it. Once you use this feature, you can’t
minute that involves a saving throw.
17–20 You are subjected to an effect that lasts for 1 minute unless its description says otherwise. Roll 1d8 to determine the effect: on a 1, you’re surrounded by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
masks made of animal hide, to protect themselves from the bitter cold. Although they originally descended from humans who were predominantly blue-eyed and fair-haired, the Reghed tribes have
Athletics +7, Intimidation +7, Survival +5
Senses passive Perception 12
Languages Common, Dwarvish
Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
Brute. A melee weapon deals one extra die of its damage when Jarund hits with