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Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
knowledge, rather than brute force. Harper agents are often proficient in Investigation, enabling them to be adept at snooping and spying. They often seek aid from other Harpers, sympathetic bards and
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
, evil, or neutral), and the other describes attitudes toward society and order (lawful, chaotic, or neutral). Thus, nine distinct alignments define the possible combinations. These brief summaries of the
townsfolk. Chaotic neutral (CN) creatures follow their whims, holding their personal freedom above all else. Many rogues and bards are chaotic neutral. Lawful evil (LE) creatures methodically take what
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
cartel, involved in businesses ranging from hospitality to espionage-for-hire. The reach of the houses is so extensive that they have interests in every facet of life in the civilized lands of
Khorvaire and beyond. Those interests often bring them into conflict with local rulers and national governments. Unified Galifar had the strength and influence to impose its will on the collected
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
Ivanaâs Intrigues Ivana Boritsiâs interests lie in manipulating sweeping aspects of Borcaâs society, asserting her dominance amid an ever-shifting landscape of petty noble schemes. She isnât a
. The following example combines an inhaled poison and the dream spell, creating a tool Ivana uses to manipulate her agents. Ivanaâs Whisper (Inhaled). This poison bears a distinct scent and chemical
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
, evil, or neutral), and the other describes attitudes toward society and order (lawful, chaotic, or neutral). Thus, nine distinct alignments define the possible combinations. These brief summaries of the
townsfolk. Chaotic Neutral. (CN) creatures follow their whims, holding their personal freedom above all else. Many rogues and bards are chaotic neutral. Lawful Evil. (LE) creatures methodically take
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
characterâs interests and disposition. Personality traits might describe the things your character likes, his or her past accomplishments, things your character dislikes or fears, your characterâs self
background. They might inspire you to heights of heroism, or lead you to act against your own best interests if they are threatened. They can work very much like ideals, driving a characterâs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurerâs Guide
proficient in Investigation, enabling them to be adept at snooping and spying. They often seek aid from other Harpers, sympathetic bards and innkeepers, rangers, and the clergy of gods that are
representatives of the cities and other governments that constitute the alliance. But, as a faction with interests and concerns that transcend local politics and geography, the Alliance has its own cadre of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
Horror Characteristics Characters in a horror-focused campaign might have distinct motivations and characteristics. Use the following tables to supplement your backgroundâs suggested characteristics
creature or event.
2 A signature piece of clothing or distinct weapon serves as an emblem of who I am.
3 I never accept that Iâm out of my depth.
4 I must know the answer to every secret
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
with their own unique interests and distinct personalities. They gravitate toward simple, shared joys, living by the wisdom and insight their melding provides. Because of their naive and sharing ways
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
skills. Bards and rogues make natural academic Financiers, as do those with the charlatan and noble backgrounds. Research Assistant. Whether their seeking to graduate, get published, or make their
certainly legitimate Research Assistants who honestly pursue their studies, this role might suit characters without academic interests. Scholar. Likely possessing a high Intelligence score and a focus
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
racially distinct. Stronmaus, for example, doesnât look like a storm giant, though he is often depicted as one in carvings and other art. Like Annam and each of his brothers, Stronmaus is a unique godly
being with no mortal equivalent. His temperament and interests are similar to those of the storm giants, so most of his followers are of that type. Similar statements can be made about the other five
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
Dread, some more pervasively than others. The same language spoken in multiple domains might bear subtle differences or unique words. Speakers from different domains might also have distinct accents
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 âTravelers in the Mistsâ section
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
secret agendas that might work against the charactersâ interests. You can let the partyâs size and the playersâ interest in bringing NPCs into their group determine whether more than one of the
to quietly tempt party members to draw a card. (See appendix D for more information on the deck, and its distinct connections to the adventure.) Mary is always accompanied by her familiar, a glowing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
judges, lawyers, and legislators, the Fraternity of Order abides by the letter of the lawâand exploits it to further their interests. Dispassionate and impartial, Guvners run the city courts, ruling on
, supposedly impartial magistrate appointed by the Guvners. Punishments are tailored to fit the crime, and advocates are strongly encouraged. Lawyers and orators, these civil servants include bards
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
of superiority, believing themselves the most powerful and worthy of all mortal creatures. When they interact with other creatures, it is only to further their own interests. They believe in their
an avalanche as it attacks. Overlords and Minions. Blue dragons covet valuable and talented creatures whose service reinforces their sense of superiority. Bards, sages, artists, wizards, and assassins






