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Spelljammer: Adventures in Space
: defend gnomes who are being attacked by non-gnomes, defend yourself if you are attacked, and protect infants and youngsters from harm. The last directive arose from the best intentions, but it doesn't
distinguish between species; if an autognome sees a group of adults battling a lunar dragon wyrmling, for instance, it would come to the wyrmling's defense.Poison
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
organize members to work together to make a big kill, however. If they succeed, everyone in the group shares the spoils, with the best parts going to those caring for their young.
Girallonsâ strange
out across the world.
Numerous creatures have tried to tame, subjugate, or cooperate with the monsters. For instance, some forest-dwelling peoples capture girallons and train them to serve as sentinels
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
site. If the gold is being moved, it knows the direction of the movement. It canât locate gold if any thickness of clay or lead, even a thin sheet, blocks a direct path between it and the gold
â greed to turn them against one another and their own best interests.
Some foul souls canât let go of the miserable lives they had. Having been despicable in life, these spirits fester in
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
Outer Planes, ki-rins in service to benevolent deities take a direct role in the eternal struggle between good and evil. In the mortal world, ki-rins are celebrated far and wide as harbingers of destiny
advancement of just societies. For instance, in the Forgotten Realms, ki-rins rally mostly to Torm, although they also serve his allies Tyr and Ilmater. Ki-rins that serve good deities go wherever they
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
experience a thing is to truly understand it. Direct and personal experience is the most valuable form of knowledge.
6
I see a far more kaleidoscopic reality than you do ⊠or than any of
count 20 on the next round. A creature charmed in this way obeys to the best of its ability any command the dragon issues that isnât directly harmful to the creature.
Imprisoning Force. The
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Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
foundations of creation.
5
To experience a thing is to truly understand it. Direct and personal experience is the most valuable form of knowledge.
6
I see a far more kaleidoscopic reality than
the best of its ability any command the dragon issues that isnât directly harmful to the creature.
Imprisoning Force. The dragon casts the forcecage spell, using its spell save DC and requiring
Monsters
Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
threatened with direct violence, content to otherwise take joy in watching mundane or simple tasks become frustrating, painful experiences.
Fey Influence. When mites are about, creatures become
surly brawlers. Within even the most tight-knit adventuring party, morale plummets, arguments boil over into fights, and discipline becomes spotty at best.
Chaotic Battlegrounds. Dungeons infested with
Backgrounds
Baldurâs Gate: Descent into Avernus
their faceless selves.
d8
Personality Trait
1
Iâm earnest and uncommonly direct.
2
I strive to have no personality â itâs easier to forget whatâs hardly
there.
3
I treasure a memento of the person or instance that set me upon my path.
4
I sleep just as much as I need to and on an unusual schedule.
5
I think far ahead, a detachedness
Backgrounds
Baldurâs Gate: Descent into Avernus
strong and like breaking things.
7
I have a crude sense of humor.
8
I face problems head-on. A simple, direct solution is the best path to success.
d6
Ideal
1
regular shift patrolling either the Lower City or the Outer City. In return, you have access to the Flaming Fistâs fortresses and a direct line of communication with Flaming Fist officers and
Soldier
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Basic Rules (2014)
I can stare down a hell hound without flinching.
6
I enjoy being strong and like breaking things.
7
I have a crude sense of humor.
8
I face problems head-on. A simple, direct
solution is the best path to success.
d6
Ideal
1
Greater Good. Our lot is to lay down our lives in defense of others. (Good)
2
Responsibility. I do what I must and obey just
Young Deep Dragon
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Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
labyrinth of my thoughts.
3
I might disagree with other dragons, but we are superior beings and should not lower ourselves to direct conflict.
4
I have no interest in going to the surface world
deep dragon refuses to leave the cave where the dragonâs best friendâan adventurer who won the dragonâs respect and affectionâlingers as a ghost.
Poison, Psychic
Eladrin
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Mordenkainenâs Tome of Foes
fancy passes with equal speed.
4
Anything worth doing is worth doing again and again.
Summer
d4
Summer Personality Trait
1
You believe that direct confrontation is
the best way to solve problems.
2
Overwhelming force can accomplish almost anything. The tougher the problem, the more force you apply.
3
You stand tall and strong so that others can lean
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
Planes, each genasi can tap into the power of one of the elements. Air, earth, fire, and waterâthese are the four pillars of the Material Plane and the four types of genasi. Some genasi are direct
your characterâs height or weight randomly, consult the Random Height and Weight table in the Playerâs Handbook, and choose the row in the table that best represents the build you imagine for your character.
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Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
as a clan crafter. (For instance, consider the words âguildâ and âclanâ to be interchangeable.)
Your bond is almost certainly related to the master or the clan that taught
tirelessly to get the best deal possible.
8
Iâm well known for my work, and I want to make sure everyone appreciates it. Iâm always taken aback when people havenât heard of me
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
the power of one of the elements. Air, earth, fire, and waterâthese are the four pillars of the Material Plane and the four types of genasi. Some genasi are direct descendants of a genie, while
weight randomly, consult the Random Height and Weight table in the Playerâs Handbook, and choose the row in the table that best represents the build you imagine for your character.
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Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
criminal background below as the basis for your bounty hunterâs traits and motivations, modifying the entries when appropriate to suit your identity as a bounty hunter.
For instance, your
in a situation. Never tell me the odds.
7
The best way to get me to do something is to tell me I canât do it.
8
I blow up at the slightest insult.
d6
Ideal
1
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Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
hell hound without flinching.
6
I enjoy being strong and like breaking things.
7
I have a crude sense of humor.
8
I face problems head-on. A simple, direct solution is the best path to
Orc
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
created the orcs and continues to direct their destiny. He is aided and abetted by the other warrior deities, Bahgtru and Ilneval, who bring strength and cunning to the battlefield. The followers of all
their savagery. Green dragons, for instance, sometimes use orcs as sentinels or shock troops. Orcs are sometimes attracted to the service of frost giants or fire giants, who then âreward&rdquo
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a crude sense of humor.
8
I face problems head-on. A simple, direct solution is the best path to success.
d6
Ideal
1
Greater Good. Our lot is to lay down our lives in
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
power of one of the elements. Air, earth, fire, and waterâthese are the four pillars of the Material Plane and the four types of genasi. Some genasi are direct descendants of a genie, while others
weight randomly, consult the Random Height and Weight table in the Playerâs Handbook, and choose the row in the table that best represents the build you imagine for your character.
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
the power of one of the elements. Air, earth, fire, and waterâthese are the four pillars of the Material Plane and the four types of genasi. Some genasi are direct descendants of a genie, while
or weight randomly, consult the Random Height and Weight table in the Playerâs Handbook, and choose the row in the table that best represents the build you imagine for your character.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
Antagonists and Rivals The most direct use of the Moonstalkers is for them to steal something belonging to the characters or someone close to them. The characters might strike a deal with the guild
to get their treasure back or infiltrate the guildhall to retrieve it. Alternatively, if the characters are looking to steal something (for instance, as part of an adventure from Keys from the Golden
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
dwarfâs direct descendants â beloved sons, daughters, and grandchildren â are often the ones who inherit the inanimate works their ancestor leaves behind. Marriage is a sacred rite among the dwarves
, many dwarves support the clan by working at an occupation that sustains the community â brewing ale, tending crops, and preparing food, for instance. Not everyone can be a master artisan or a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Head of State Contacts Often, your connection to your patron is quite directâthe head of state summons you, grants you an audience, and gives you an assignment or hears your report. Heads of state
are the best path to the head of stateâs good graces 3 A wide-eyed bureaucrat who dreams of living a life as exciting and dangerous as yours 4 A scheming relative of the head of state who sees you as a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
civilization throughout the North, although his primary concern is to rebuild the city and its economy. The most direct route to Neverwinter from the Dessarin Valley is to head west along the trail from
as little as eight or nine days. Reason to Visit. If the characters need the services and commerce of a big city and Waterdeep doesnât do for some reason, then Neverwinter is the next best choice.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldurâs Gate Gazetteer
poor, its location making it the worst for residents seeking to serve Upper City denizens â but the best for smuggling in untaxed goods from Rivington. Victor Adame Minguez Eastway. Home to the
best armorers and weaponsmiths in the city can be found here, along with residences for Fist mercenaries and their families. Dance halls, fighting dens, taverns, and other delights jockey for position
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
poor, its location making it the worst for residents seeking to serve Upper City denizens â but the best for smuggling in untaxed goods from Rivington. Eastway. Home to the Basilisk Gate, Eastway is
but reasonably priced homes and only a moderate likelihood of being stabbed in the street. Seatower. Everything in this neighborhood revolves around the Seatower of Balduran. The best armorers and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
distance where only skilled archers, heavy siege weapons, or spellcasters can strike back at them. At first blush, it might seem that a potent wizard would make the best giant-killer, but few
spellcasters can stand up to a giant in direct confrontation. One might do harm to a giant, but odds are it will survive the one or two spells that can be thrown at it before a well-placed boulder or the swing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masterâs Guide
. This approach is best if thereâs a whole scene that plays out with just one character involved. Try to keep these scenes brief so other players donât get bored or feel left out. Secret Message. If you
just have a simple piece of information to convey, you can whisper to the player, pass a note to them, or send them a text or a direct message. KENT DAVIS A dungeon room offers plenty of details for adventurers to explore
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
adventure location in its entirety but also shows secret doors, hidden traps, and other elements the players arenât meant to seeâhence the need for secrecy.
Maps are best used to show multiroom lairs and
either 5 feet on a side or 10 feet on a side.
Compass Rose. A compass rose comes in handy when youâre describing locations. For instance, you might need to tell players about âbarrels along the north wallâ or âthe staircase descending to the west.â
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
allow for variations. A pit fiend, for instance, might take the form of an imp in order to personally infiltrate a kingdom on the Material Plane. The hierarchy of the Nine Hells has thirteen tiers or
(rank 3), bearded devils and merregons (rank 4), barbed devils (rank 5), chain devils (rank 6), and bone devils (rank 7). These devils are specialists, typically assigned to tasks that best suit their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
a sandbar. 4 The ship is sinking. Help with Purpose Ship crews looking for help with their purpose approach the characters asking for direct aid in a task. For instance, mercenaries ask for help
trade offer their cargo or services to the characters in exchange for deeds, items, or coin. Use the shipâs purpose to guide what they have to trade. For instance, commercial fishermen might offer a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
be found, as he has already reported to the castle. When the characters arrive at Castle Kalaman, any guard can direct them to Marshal Vendriâs office on the second floor (see âWithin the Castleâ for
they please from the armory on the castleâs first floor. Several people from Vogler have offered to lend Vendri their aid. Sheâs currently determining how best to use these enthusiastic conscripts
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
the others might be neutral or good; conflicts with those rivals might be social or political, rather than manifesting as direct attacks. The best rivals have a connection with their adversaries on a
personal level. Find links in the charactersâ backÂstories or the events of recent adventures that explain what sparked the rivalâs actions. The best trouble to put the characters in is trouble they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
instance, a character trying to inspire others to work harder without fear of the storm could make a DC 15 Charisma (Persuasion) check. After each character has had a chance to make an ability check, the
ship captain looks at you and says, âDirect the siege weapons!â
Throatcutter has the following crew and weapons: Six officers: a captain, a first mate, a bosun, a quartermaster, a surgeon, and a