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Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
saving throw or take 26 (4d12);{"diceNotation":"4d12", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Petrifying Touch", "rollDamageType":"force"} force damage and have the restrained condition as it begins to turn to
instead of the restrained condition.Stone giants believe the god Skoraeus Stonebones inspires artists to create their finest stone carvings. Sometimes a giant pursues this divine inspiration to the
Monsters
The Book of Many Things
gather and inspire followers, protecting their people and guiding them to fulfill the medusa’s divine purpose. The Divine Purpose table offers suggestions for motivations. Roll on the table, or use
the entries as inspiration to create your own.
Divine Purpose
d6;{"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType":"roll","rollAction":"Divine Purpose"}
Purpose
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Protect a sanctuary that hides
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
failed save the creature begins to turn to stone and is restrained. The restrained creature must repeat the saving throw at the end of its next turn, becoming petrified on a failure or ending the
;s victims have dwindled, tales of the medusa queen and the divine secrets she hoards have not. Hythonia eagerly trades the mysteries she knows but demands a constant price: a beautiful individual to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
see cities as inherently superior to other locations, they are unmoved by simple pleas to leave the wilderness as it is, and the characters likely must stop them by force. Ephara’s Divine Schemes
Ephara as Campaign Villain A campaign with Ephara as the villain might be well suited to a wilderness-based campaign. Many people of the wilds see the patron of cities as inherently villainous—a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
servants of the Silver Flame who devote their lives to containing the evils of the Wastes; as a half-orc paladin, you might have been sent south on a divine mission, hoping your human blood will help you
aren’t inherently EVIL. People may be afraid of you because they think you’re a dangerous bounty hunter, but there’s no immediate assumption that you’re cruel or bloodthirsty... Most of the time.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
. Assuming the player characters are champions of other gods, they might well find themselves the targets of Purphoros’s rage. Purphoros’s Divine Schemes Purphoros’s fits of passion can have a long-lasting
impact on both gods and mortals. The Purphoros’s Divine Schemes tables outlines a few ways the god’s explosive temper might have dire consequences for the world. Purphoros’s Divine Schemes d4 Scheme
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Cleric Arms and eyes upraised toward the sun and a prayer on his lips, an elf begins to glow with an inner light that spills out to heal his battle-worn companions. Chanting a song of glory, a dwarf
gods they serve, clerics strive to embody the handiwork of their deities. No ordinary priest, a cleric is imbued with divine magic.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Cleric Arms and eyes upraised toward the sun and a prayer on his lips, an elf begins to glow with an inner light that spills out to heal his battle-worn companions. Chanting a song of glory, a dwarf
gods they serve, clerics strive to embody the handiwork of their deities. No ordinary priest, a cleric is imbued with divine magic.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
threats. As the campaign progresses, Pharika could evolve from antagonist into an unlikely patron. Pharika is also an excellent partner for a range of other divine antagonists, lending her support in
exchange for future favors. However, with the right overtures and services, the characters might entreat her to betray a client, turning her against a new mutual enemy. Pharika’s Divine Schemes Pharika
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Phenax as Campaign Villain Regardless of whether Phenax begins the campaign as a villain or turns against his champions during the course of play, he presents himself as a confounding, slippery foe
. Phenax’s Divine Schemes Phenax’s activities can have a wide-ranging impact on both the pantheon and the mortal world. The Phenax’s Divine Schemes table offers examples of the ways in which Phenax’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
with King Hekaton out of the picture and the storm giant court in disarray, Zalto has set into motion a plot to wage war on dragonkind for the glory of Surtur and the divine favor of Annam the All
-Father. It begins with the reconstruction of the Vonindod, a dragon-slaying colossus built by his ancient ancestors. Duke Zalto has a choleric wife, Brimskarda, and two ill-tempered children — a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
you’re using: Focus on Specific Characters. Run the prelude with a spotlight on the focus characters. Consider running it with a single player or a small group of players before the adventure begins. The
participate in preludes that don’t focus on them; they just won’t gain a divine connection as a result of participating in the “Broken Silence” prelude or a relationship to the Mages of High Sorcery in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Arcana skill, as well as honing the abilities of arcane casters. Divine magic can’t simply be taught, but Morgrave has classes in theology and religious history—essentially, the Religion skill. While
conjuration professor can perform a summoning ritual doesn’t mean he can cast fireball. Always remember that player characters are exceptional—and as that talent begins to show, people are sure to take an interest in you.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
passages that mimic the anguished wails of drow who failed her divine test. 8a. Webs in the Wind The winds are loudest here, stirring the thick webs that fill this cave and evoking ghostly shapes. 8b. Mad
Drider A drider driven mad by the wailing winds covers its ears in a futile attempt to block out the noise. When the characters enter the room, it begins shrieking, “Make it stop!” in Elvish. If the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
half. Divine Guardians. Sphinxes test the worth of those who seek the treasures of the gods, whether forgotten secrets or mighty spells, artifacts or magical gateways. Creatures that choose to face a
, knowing no other life except its sacred mission. Magical Tests. The secrets and treasures a sphinx guards remain under divine protection, so that when a creature fails a sphinx’s test, the path to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
makes a hero? Is it a quality of birth that sets some mortals above others? Is it a blessing from the gods? Is it a matter of fate, spun out in the strands of a divine tapestry, charting the course of a
background, and their places in the world. It also includes a description of the supernatural gifts that set the heroes of Theros above the ordinary mortals of their world. But it begins with the question
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
items, caged creatures, oddities, objects that hint of a magical purpose, preserved specimens, scraps of lore, and curiosities that have a supernatural origin but aren’t inherently magical. For a
.” If a hag is forced to resort to such measures, she immediately begins to plot her retaliation against those that caused her to flee. Like a vampire or a demon, a hag has a long life over which to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Champions and Quests Each god’s entry in this chapter begins with a discussion of the god’s champions: quests for them to undertake, how you might structure a campaign around that god’s champions
together? How do you motivate the whole party? Consider these options: Divine Coalition. The characters represent a coalition of gods who have joined forces against a common foe (or cabal of enemies). For
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath
larger threats begin to grow and take shape. Over the course of the trilogy (Storm Lord’s Wrath, Sleeping Dragon’s Wake, and Divine Contention), the adventurers must deal with the two main forces of evil
, however, the settlers of Leilon just might survive. This adventure begins at a modest roadside inn, where the characters can make some friends and get the first taste of the larger battle in which they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
inspire followers, protecting their people and guiding them to fulfill the medusa’s divine purpose. The Divine Purpose table offers suggestions for motivations. Roll on the table, or use the entries as
inspiration to create your own. Divine Purpose d6 Purpose 1 Protect a sanctuary that hides martyrs’ remains until the martyrs are called back to life to oppose a world-changing foe. 2 Gather the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
of Barovia Barovians know the following facts about their homeland: Anyone who attempts to leave the land of Barovia begins to choke on the fog. Those who don’t turn back perish. Many strangers have
vampire’s. BAROVIAN CALENDAR
Barovia has its own calendar, and Barovians are accustomed to measuring the passage of time in “moons” instead of months. As a measurement of time, each moon begins on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Cairnwight Stone giants believe the god Skoraeus Stonebones inspires artists to create their finest stone carvings. Sometimes a giant pursues this divine inspiration to the exclusion of all other
throw or take 26 (4d12) force damage and have the restrained condition as it begins to turn to stone. The affected target must repeat the saving throw at the end of its next turn. On a successful
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
that it begins to crumble if any attempt is made to handle or move it.
Mirror. A tall oval mirror is mounted on the east wall. Carved into its stone frame are dozens of lidless eyes and the following
came here to learn secrets and receive divine guidance. While attuned to the room and inside it, a dwarf can cast the divination spell at will. Answers provided by the spell come from an unknown source
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
him, or as divine agents sent to aid his faithful. As the campaign begins, the characters might be summoned by an oracle and told of a dire prophecy threatening the polis. Next, they manage to avert
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
undead, demons, devils, and other supernatural threats can be inherently evil. Against such foes, paladins who swear this oath bring the full wrath of their weapons and spells to bear. Yet the
your presence with divine power. As a bonus action, you grant yourself a +5 bonus to Charisma (Persuasion) checks for the next 10 minutes. Rebuke the Violent. You can use your Channel Divinity to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
. The island is inherently magical, perhaps being an intrusion from a bizarre demiplane or the dream of a sleeping demigod.
9 Promised Land. The island is a gift from a god to a favored individual
or population, specially tailored to suit their whims.
10 Divine Refuge. A god created this island to be a personal getaway, making it a reflection of the world as it would appear if they were
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
divine calling to learn about their deity’s goals and become one of their chosen. You may alter any of this prelude’s elements to better match individual gods’ virtues and identities. Before you begin
find a holy symbol for their chosen deity. As soon as a character touches the amulet, a pulse of divine energy ripples from them, causing the amulet to vanish from their hands. The pulse flattens the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Adventure Summary The adventure begins with the characters traveling along the coast and arriving in the nearby village of Uskarn, they learn that the villagers are concerned about the hermitage that
Claw. In desperation, the defenders called upon the Traveler for divine aid that seemingly saved the fort. But in the end, the god’s fickle whim saw Syrgaul and his crew transformed, and ultimately
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
subclass represents a body of oaths that a Paladin begins taking upon joining the class. The final oath, taken at level 3, is the culmination of a Paladin’s training. Some characters with this class
15: Smite of Protection Your magical smite now radiates protective energy. Whenever you cast Divine Smite, you and your allies have Half Cover while in your Aura of Protection. The aura has this
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
asks the characters to take the podium. 4 The faith of a divine champion (gladiator) begins to waver in the Chandelier, causing their cloud keep to shudder. A lantern archon (see Morte’s Planar Parade) asks the characters to erase the warrior’s doubt before their fortress falls from the sky.
basked in the light of the Seven Heavens, everywhere else seems comparatively worse. Though archons regularly depart the gate-town on divine errands, Excelsior’s privileged mortal residents hesitate to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
chapter 2 for information on moving along the chains and climbing the infernal iron posts they connect to. Ire of Tiamat Tiamat’s divine power is mighty enough to break the chains that bind Elturel
Nine Hells, and she is unable to take physical form for a time.
Innate Spellcasting (3/Day). Tiamat can innately cast divine word (spell save DC 26). Her spellcasting ability is Charisma.
Legendary
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
actual object or merely a poetic flourish. The fact that this readable line begins the inscription leads Khea to surmise that the key to translating the full message lies in the tomb. The exact
omens, and that Phenax is a particularly dangerous enemy to make. If the threat of divine vengeance isn’t enough to encourage them to continue, Khea offers the party 200 gp per character to collect
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Adventure Synopsis See the flowchart below that illustrates the intended flow of the adventure. It also shows the level for which each chapter is designed. The adventure begins with chapter 1. The
of the World, wherein they consult a divine oracle. The oracle requires that the adventurers retrieve some lost relics buried under Uthgardt ancestral mounds scattered throughout the North. If the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
Soulmonger is active, the following effects are in play: Any humanoid on the planet that has been brought back from the dead begins to waste away. Its hit point maximum is reduced by 20 (1 for each day
divine intervention. If the Soulmonger is destroyed and you haven’t been tracking the status of a particular soul trapped within, grab a handful of d20s — one die for each day the soul was trapped — and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
, and his divine offspring — the lesser giant gods — were out of touch, constantly waging war against one another on the Outer Planes. Hekaton came to believe that the giants were no longer the rightful
civilizations of the small folk and leave them alone, if he could not countenance forming alliances with them. Hekaton, inherently distrustful of the small folk, wanted nothing to do with them, but he