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Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
Fey Rebirth. If Yarnspinner dies in his Domain of Delight, he revives with all his hit points 1d4;{"diceNotation":"1d4","rollType":"roll","rollAction":"Fey Rebirth (Days)"} days later in a safe
location in that domain.
Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If Yarnspinner fails a saving throw, he can choose to succeed instead.
Spider Climb. Yarnspinner can climb difficult surfaces, including upside down
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Monster Manual is a typical adult, at least a century old and boasting a valuable hoard. You can use the stat blocks in this section for older or younger dragon turtles. In addition, chapter 5
visitors the vastness of my domain, so they appreciate how insignificant they are.
5
I attack anyone I notice taking from the seaâs bounty without offering something in return.
6
I think
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
old and boasting a valuable hoard. You can use the stat blocks in this section for older or younger dragon turtles. In addition, chapter 5 includes lair actions and regional effects that can be used
they have to say.
3
I think of ships as kindred spirits and like to rub affectionately against their keels.
4
I like to show visitors the vastness of my domain, so they appreciate how
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
instead resets to 350 hit points, and it recharges its Steam Breath. Additionally, the dragon turtle can now use the options in the "Mythic Actions" section for 1 hour. Award a party an additional
use the stat blocks in this section for older or younger dragon turtles. In addition, chapter 5 includes lair actions and regional effects that can be used for adult or ancient dragon turtles. An
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Magic Items
Tashaâs Cauldron of Everything
in the âArtifactsâ section of the Dungeon Masterâs Guide:
2 minor beneficial properties
1 minor detrimental property
1 major detrimental property
Spells. The book has 8
within the book. At the heart of this deadly, semi-sentient domain lies a long-lost artifact, Fraz-Urbâluuâs Staff. If the staff is dragged from the pocket plane, the tome is reduced to a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
Creating a Domain The guidelines in this section help you create your own unique Domain of Dread. This settingâs details should reflect the Darklord of the domain, being a reflection of that
villainâs evil and torment. Use the âGenres of Horrorâ section later in this chapter or your own grim imaginings to inspire the details of your nightmare domain.
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
court of the Queen of Air and Darkness, one of the Feywildâs archfey. Goblins thrived in her dangerous domain thanks to a special boon from herâa supernatural knack for finding the weak
scores, such as rolling or point buy. The âQuick Buildâ section for your characterâs class offers suggestions on which scores to increase. You can follow those suggestions or ignore
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
talismans. Noteworthy Features. Details about the domain known by the domainâs residents and those who have traveled there appear in this section. Settlements and Sites. This section provides an
the domain. Domain Focus. For most domains, this final section highlights specific story elements and provides domain-specific tools to aid you in creating adventures around the domainâs Darklord and the horror of their realm.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
The Ashram of Niranjan Another Domain of Dread hails from the same lands as Kalakeri. Those who sail into the Mists of the Sea of Spears often find this shadow-haunted domain of Niranjan, which is detailed further in the âOther Domains of Dreadâ section later in this chapter.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
campaign involve the characters engaging with a handful of elements: fate, hope, allies, rivals, dread, and a campaign climax. Use this section to generate an outline for a campaign focused on the doom of an entire domain.
The Doomed Domain Unlike domains that feature claustrophobic, tightly themed horror, Darkon provides a setting for a horror-tinged quest with the highest possible stakes. The specifics of such a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
Subclass Options Two classes receive subclass options in this section: the cleric and the druid. At 1st level, a cleric chooses a Divine Domain. This source adds the Order Domain to the options
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
Mist Wanderers The individuals in this section travel the Mists, carrying with them rumors and mysteries that can lead characters from one domain to the next. Any of these travelers might use Mist talismans or other methods to aid characters in undertaking their own journeys.
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
is favored by a god, pantheon, or religious order. This section presents the Life Domain subclass. Life Domain Soothe the Hurts of the World The Life Domain focuses on the positive energy that helps
Cleric Subclass A Cleric subclass is a specialization that grants you features at certain Cleric levels, as specified in the subclass. Each Cleric subclass is named after a domain of existence that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
Domain Overview The domainâs buildings, natural elements, and landmarks all represent the Darklordâs vile past. When developing these features, follow these steps: Specify Locations. Choose locations
similar to settings that appear in your Darklordâs past, or take inspiration from the Settings tables in the âGenres of Horrorâ section later in this chapter. Combine Locations and Visceral Details
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
. Characters traveling from the Radiant Citadel arrive in Godsbreath about a mile outside Promise. If you wish to further detail this land, use the âPromise Gazetteerâ section at this adventureâs end as a
distinctive agricultural bent to this rural dale. Ravenloft. All of Godsbreath could be a Domain of Dread. The Darklord of this domain might be a member of the family lost at Cradlelace Lake or the vengeful spirit of Culley.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
your playersâ characters and the section on creating nonplayer characters in the Dungeon Masterâs Guide as you desire. Now, everything the Darklord knew changes and they find themself a prisoner within a domain of their own.
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
Adventures The story of a Darklord and their domain is one and the same. Once you know your Darklord and the general shape of their domain, consider the types of encounters and adventures that play
out in this land. For inspiration, refer to the Plots tables in the âGenres of Horrorâ section later in this chapter, and consider the following story elements. Captive Audience. Determine some aspect
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
Strahdâs domain, steer them to the village. For the duration of this introductory adventure, any attempt by the characters to explore other locations in Strahdâs domain causes the mists of Ravenloft to
:
Characters who gain access to the secret stairs in the attic (area 21) advance to 2nd level. The stairs appear only under certain circumstances.
Characters advance to 3rd level once they escape from the house (see the âEndingsâ section).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
. Others are limited in their ability to affect their borders. For each domain, specifics appear in the âClosing the Bordersâ portion of the section on that domainâs Darklord. If a domainâs borders are
, threatening sounds, or other activity themed to the Darklord or domain. Creatures that enter the Mists at this time, including flying creatures, are subject to the following effects: A creature that starts
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
inspiration, consider how the Darklord is a reflection of the playersâ characters. You might also look ahead to the âGenres of Horrorâ section to see if any of these types of horror seem right for your
Dungeon Masterâs Guide or the âThis Is Your Lifeâ section of Xanatharâs Guide to Everything for additional inspirations for your Darklordâs motivations. DARKLORDS FROM THE TAROKKA
If you have a
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Dragon The characters spot a young copper dragon flying lazy circles over its domain. Adventurers who get the dragonâs attention might be able to bribe it in exchange for a small favor. A sample
Towerâ section at the end of this chapter. For a payment of 500 gp or more, Vexilanthus will provide safe escort to the nearest settlement.
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
Strahdâs domain, consider the plots in the âBeyond Baroviaâ section. Tatyanaâs Incarnation d8 Who Is Tatyanaâs Newest Incarnation?
1 Ireena Kolyana, the adopted daughter of burgomaster Kolyan
Strahdâ section to determine the incarnationâs relationship to Baroviaâs Darklord. Alternatively, if you wish Tatyanaâs incarnation to appear outside Barovia and potentially lead adventurers to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
in the âBaroviaâ section of chapter 3. If you wish, she might be replaced with any other reincarnation of Tatyana detailed in that domain. Rudolph (and Erasmus) van Richten. Doctor Rudolph van Richten
described in the âMist Wanderersâ section of chapter 3: Alanik Ray and Arthur Sedgwick. A mysterious third party hired these detectives to recover documents related to Loren Halvhrestâs business and
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Playerâs Handbook
is favored by a god, pantheon, or religious order. This section presents the Life Domain, Light Domain, Trickery Domain, and War Domain subclasses. Life Domain Soothe the Hurts of the World
The
Cleric Subclasses A Cleric subclass is a specialization that grants you features at certain Cleric levels, as specified in the subclass. Each Cleric subclass is named after a domain of existence that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
the Plagueâ section later in this domain explores how to use an ongoing disease as a backdrop to your adventures, while the Richemulot Adventures table suggests other plots that might unfold in the
domain. Richemulot Adventures d6 Adventure
1 At the command of Jacqueline Renier, swarms of rats nightly slip into homes and murder the resident cats. Distraught pet owners entreat the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
chapter 2. Not all domains need to be elaborately detailed settings. As the domains in this section demonstrate, creating a simple concept for a Darklord and the horrors surrounding them can be a
perfect starting point for further development over the course of your adventures. While exploring the Domains of Dread, should the Mists carry characters to a mysterious domain, roll on the Domains of
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
of storybooks, which he keeps in silk sacks for easy transport. When Yarnspinner dreams, he projects a harmless, ghost-like version of himself that wanders his domain. In this form, he can talk to
occupy his domain, all of which benefit from having had awaken spells cast on them. The archfeyâs stories attract quite a gathering and are the talk of Fableriseâs awakened animal kingdom. Yarnspinner
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
basis for comparison, domain inhabitants call those who speak of other worlds liars. For them, the following topics are standard aspects of life in their home domain or in a broader collection of
domains they call the Land of the Mists. Culture and Technology Each domain boasts its own culture, either drawn from the Material Plane or a parody manufactured to torment a Darklord. As such, a domain
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
deities in this section suggest the Life domain, particularly if they are closely associated with healing, protection, childbirth, nurturing, or fertility. As described in the chapter 3, though, the Life
domain is incredibly broad, and a cleric of any non-evil deity can choose it.
A number of other deities, mostly evil ones, suggest the Death domain, which is detailed in the Dungeon Masterâs Guide
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
board (see the appendix). These sĂ©ances reveal the goals of the houseâs spirits but also determine the adventureâs climax and how the party might ultimately escape the domain. These details are presented
them as a way to free her children. Consult the âEscaping the Houseâ section at the end of the adventure for details on the specific climaxes each spirit drives the plot toward.
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
piece is located in the village of Barovia, in the domain of Strahd von Zarovich. Although itâs a small village, Barovia teems with supernatural threatsâincluding the forebodingly named Death House, the
, Alustriel shares the information in the âKnowledge of Baroviaâ section. Neither the wizards nor the available research materials in Sigil can reveal further details. This chapter begins with the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
, goddess of trade N Knowledge, Trickery Upright coin with Waukeenâs profile facing left THE LIFE AND DEATH DOMAINS
Many deities in this section suggest the Life domain, particularly if they are closely
associated with healing, protection, childbirth, nurturing, or fertility. As described in the Classes section, though, the Life domain is incredibly broad, and a cleric of any non-evil deity can
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Fate of the Hourglass Coven If all three hags of the Hourglass Coven are dead, thereâs nothing more to be done with them. This section discusses what happens next if Zybilna is set free and at least
control of her domain, the hags use their plane shift spells to flee to Gehenna, where they maintain a cramped tower guarded by yugoloth mercenaries. They donât think that Zybilna is aware of the
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
The Mists Known throughout Ravenloft, the Mists are manifestations of the Dark Powersâ will. They divide, surround, and isolate every domain, creating fog-shrouded borders that imprison Darklords
of Ravenloftâ section in chapter 3 for details on employing the Mists to focus your horror adventures, leading characters to engage with certain elements while cloaking others in mystery.
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
cleric is an ordained servant of a particular god and chooses a Divine Domain associated with that deity. The clericâs magic flows from the god or the godâs sacred realm, and often the cleric bears a
cosmic force, such as life or death, or a philosophy or concept, such as love, peace, or one of the nine alignments. Chapter 1 of the Dungeon Masterâs Guide explores options like these, in the section