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Curse of Strahd
;while trying not to expose the secret society to their mutual enemy. He thinks the wereravens might prove helpful when the time comes. Van Richten also wants to take out as many of Strahdâs spies
, if he thinks heâs in danger of being unmasked, he retreats to his tower (see chapter 11) or some other quiet corner of Strahdâs domain.
Rictavioâs Traits
Ideal. âEvil
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
with a beholder that has moved into the dragonâs domain.
5
Xorn serve as lookouts and spies for an adult amethyst dragon who rewards them with gems.
6
To repay a favor long owed to a
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Adventure Hook
1
An amethyst dragon seeks a rare type of crystal found in the domain of a territorial stone giant clan.
2
A coven of hags seeks to reclaim its hag eye, which
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
those who enter her domain unbidden almost never go unnoticed, for Arasta can sense the slightest vibration along her web hair, and her children act as spies on her behalf.
Lair Actions
On initiative
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
ruckus. 3 The domainâs archfey ruler recently turned down an invitation to the Gloaming Court, offending the Queen of Air and Darkness, whose spies are now sowing discord throughout the domain. 4 The
Drama You can bring your Domain of Delight to life by adding drama. When the characters show up, they might become swept up in this drama, perhaps even embroiled in intrigue. The drama can be
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
Hazlikâs Powers and Dominion Hazlik is a vain, egotistical overlord, convinced he is the supreme being in his domain. His statistics echo those of an archmage, but he favors using an array of magic
ultimately, to escape. He cares nothing for the domain or its inhabitants, as heâs confident heâll be able to leave before Hazlan becomes utterly uninhabitable. Magic Hoarder. Hazlikâs magical ability is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
. Both Fey courts have spies who dig up dirt, sow seeds of dissent, and cause mischief. Captured spies are either ransomed or made examples of in various humiliating, nonlethal ways. Much of the gossip
that the other court will not intervene unless it, too, is threatened by the same enemy. If you choose to align your domain and its archfey with one of the two courts, guidelines for how theyâre
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
spies. This rumor might contain truth, as many who whisper it vanish in the night and are never seen again. Chateau Delanuit. Upon an island in the center of the Musarde sits Chateau Delanuit, the
system of Pont-a-Museau and beyond. This is the epicenter of Richemulotâs polity, the clandestine home of its wererat families, and the true capital of the domain.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
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
tower, but her spies learned about it some time ago. She reveals the towerâs location to characters who want to conclude their dealings with the hags or perhaps put an end to them. The tower in Gehenna
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
people are called the Vistani. They travel in covered wagons from world to world, luring strangers into Strahdâs domain. Barovia is a land of ghosts, werewolves, and other fell creatures. The
, but itâs far from the sanctuary it purports to be. The village of Krezk lies near the edge of Strahdâs domain, its abbey now in the clutches of evil, misguided creatures. Of all the settlements in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
, where they often serve as spies and companions.
Domain Visitors As they explore a domain, the characters might encounter other visitors, including friends and foes of the domainâs archfey, planar
Domain Denizens The Feywild Creatures table can help you populate a Domain of Delight. Stat blocks for the listed creatures appear in the Monster Manual or The Wild Beyond the Witchlight (WW). Just
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
Svalich Road passes through Strahdâs domain. Three settlements lie on the road like beads on a string: Krezk to the west, Vallaki in the heart of the valley, and Barovia to the east. Strahd has spies in
from one generation to the next: The souls of those who die in Barovia canât escape to the afterlife. They are prisoners in Strahdâs domain. Some Vistani women are blessed with prescience. Of all the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
queenâs court will not meddle in the affairs of the archfey or their domain. Archfey that do not pledge allegiance to one court or the other can find their domains overrun with Seelie or Unseelie spies
what magical powers do they possess? These questions are tackled in the sections that follow. The answers will help you flesh out the archfeyâs Domain of Delight. Encountering the Archfey Think about how
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
come to Barovia. It takes more than one old man with a death wish to frighten Strahd; nevertheless, the vampire has his spies searching Barovia for van Richten. Strahd would like very much to meet the
Successor or Consort Strahd can sense the arrival of new blood in his domain. When newcomers enter Barovia, he shifts his attention from Ireena Kolyana and van Richten to his new guests so that he can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
isolated monastery is, in fact, an adult amethyst dragon.
4 An adult amethyst dragon is at war with a beholder that has moved into the dragonâs domain.
5 Xorn serve as lookouts and spies
1 An amethyst dragon seeks a rare type of crystal found in the domain of a territorial stone giant clan.
2 A coven of hags seeks to reclaim its hag eye, which rests within an amethyst
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
. Azrok wisely hid the true source of his âgodsightâ to perpetuate the myth. Age granted Azrok wisdom and the desire to carve out a domain of his own. He led his forces to Stromkuhldur, and they rid
three decades, is in turmoil. Azrok was recently forced to give up a portion of his domain to encroaching drow, and did so with nary a fight. This has sent shock waves through his legion. What caused
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
10 miles of the dragonâs lair are filled with listless despair. Grating Spies. Trilling, obnoxious birds, bugs, and reptiles follow any Humanoid creatures unknown to the dragon within 6 miles of the
lair, imposing disadvantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks. The dragon can suppress this effect at will. Rotting Domain. Stinging bugs are aggressive and the air is heavy with the odor of rot within 6 miles of the lair.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
out as many of Strahdâs spies as he can, starting with evil Vistani. Man with a Plan. Van Richten doesnât know that his former protĂ©gĂ©, a good-aligned Vistana named Ezmerelda dâAvenir, has come to
heâs in danger of being unmasked, he retreats to his tower (see chapter 11) or some other quiet corner of Strahdâs domain. Rictavioâs Traits Ideal. âEvil cannot go unchallenged.â Bond. âTo protect those
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
surreptitiously seeks to hire spies who could investigate him in search of proof. Burle provides a safe resting place before and during expeditions into the Hool Marshes or the Dreadwood. Kiara offers a bounty
description from that adventure for this place. The lizardfolk here view the area around the swamp as their domain. They threaten intruders to warn them off, attacking only those who insist on remaining in the
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
gnome who spies for the Xanathar Guild. A few years ago, he survived the detonation of a gas spore in Undermountain and inherited some stray beholder memories. Driven by a compulsion to carve out his
own domain, the gnome settled in Waterdeep, bought the Old Xoblob Shop from its previous owner, and tried renaming it after himself, yet everyone kept calling it the Old Xoblob Shop. He therefore
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
her domain unbidden almost never go unnoticed, for Arasta can sense the slightest vibration along her web hair, and her children act as spies on her behalf. Lair Actions. On initiative count 20
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
network of spellcasters and spies who advocate equality and who covertly oppose the abuse of power. The organizationâs longevity is largely due to its decentralized, grassroots, secretive nature, and the
adventurers to his domain. Characters can follow the werewolvesâ tracks into the Misty Forest. After hours of fruitless searching, the characters are engulfed by thick fog: The woods darken as the trees begin
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortuneâs Wheel
it beneath her. However, she wonât retreat and uses defensive spells, her Teleport bonus action, and her Fell Counterspell reaction while she mocks intruders and uses her domain to act against foes
(see below). Once her bodyguards are dispatched, Shemeshka calls for a truce (see âWhat Shemeshka Really Knowsâ). Shemeshkaâs Domain. The House of Liars is among Shemeshkaâs favorite safe houses, a layer
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masterâs Guide
rival, Bel, who fell out of Asmodeusâs favor and was forced to serve as Zarielâs adviser. Tiamat, the Queen of Evil Dragons, is a prisoner on this layer, ruling her own domain but confined to the Nine
into imps to gain stealthy spies under its command. High-level promotions are almost always based on merit, such as when a bone devil that distinguishes itself in battle is transformed into a horned
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
(elk) 16â17 Ten-Towners (scouts) 18â19 1d6 yeti 20 1 young remorhaz Ancient White Dragon. Arveiaturace, better known to Northfolk as Iceclaws, claims Icewind Dale as part of her domain. The characters
and survey his domain, descending occasionally to snatch up an animal or intruder. The walls around the valley contain numerous caves, two of them large enough for Klauth to shelter in. He keeps his
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
). In addition to his weapons, Izek carries an iron ring of keys that unlock the stocks in the town square (area N8). If the characters get on his bad side, the baron accuses them of being âspies of the
one living creature within Strahdâs domain that the summoner mentions by name. The assassin automatically knows the distance and direction to the named target. The assassin attacks any other creature
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masterâs Guide (2014)
include the heads of local militias, gangs, and other martial organizations. At the broadest scale, a criminal or underworld leader wields power through a network of spies, bribes, and black-market trade
leaderâs passing: Name one positive change that the leader brought to his or her domain or sphere of influence. Does that change persist after the leaderâs death? State the general mood or attitude of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
, if desired. The meals on the menu are prepared just as they are in Waterdeepâs finest restaurants, but nonetheless they are extraordinarily expensive (25 gp per plate). Draven employs spies to keep
dreams, appears and spirits a worthy supplicant away to his divine domain. T25. Marshaling Field An old, partially ruined wooden fence encloses a large, muddy field south of town. In years past, armies gathered and camped here before marching off to war. The field has seen little use in recent years.
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
, the creature canât benefit from natural healing until the curse is removed with a remove curse spell or similar magic. Forgotten Forest The Forgotten Forest has long been the domain of fey creatures and
of acolytes, assassins, guards, knights, spies, and veterans. Evildoers and enemies of the Gilded Eye are rounded up and brought to Helmâs Hold to face judgment. Those deemed to be under âdemonic
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
dragon masterâs domain.
A black dragonâs malevolent influence might also cause the spontaneous creation of evil shambling mounds that seek out and slay good creatures approaching the dragonâs lair
survey their domain. Their preference for mountains brings them into conflict with the hill-dwelling copper dragons from time to time. Arrogant Tyrants. Red dragons fly into destructive rages and act on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
appendix C) who serve Zybilna as messengers and spies Treasure. Iggwilvâs Cauldron is an artifact, albeit one that its rightful owner would never part with. While she is trapped in stasis, Iggwilv canât stop
shortly after the archfey carved out her domain in the Feywild. Raezil spends most of her time abroad, in the courts of other archfey, and hasnât kept up on the politics of Prismeer. Once she is no