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Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
, Shadrix has advantage on attack rolls and saving throws. These inklings disappear after 10 minutes, when Shadrix dies, or when he uses this action again.Centuries ago, the dragon Shadrix Silverquill
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
disadvantage on attack rolls until the start of its next turn.Hoard scarabs are beetle-like creatures that, through some feat of natural adaptation or alchemical ingenuity, blend in perfectly among piles of
gold coins. They feed on tiny mites that infest a dragon’s scales and lair, and their painful bite can be a strong deterrent to would-be treasure thieves.
Hoard scarabs also produce a glittering
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
target has disadvantage on attack rolls until the start of its next turn.Hoard scarabs are beetle-like creatures that, through some feat of natural adaptation or alchemical ingenuity, blend in
perfectly among piles of gold coins. They feed on tiny mites that infest a dragon’s scales and lair, and their painful bite can be a strong deterrent to would-be treasure thieves.
Hoard scarabs also
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
, kobolds serve draconic overlords as warriors and servants. These scrappy menaces mimic the behaviors of their dragon masters. Though their small stature and recklessness make kobolds poor imitators of
dragons, what they lack in ferocity they make up for in zeal and ingenuity. They are especially adept at creating traps and setting ambushes. Kobolds’ scales resemble those of chromatic dragons that live
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
attitude of a single dragon of your choice by one step. Wealth Even good dragons love treasure, and bestowing a share of the hoard the cult has collected for Tiamat goes a long way toward improving the
factions. Doing so improves the attitude of a single dragon by one step. For every additional share the dragons are promised (two shares among twelve factions, three shares among thirteen factions
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
attitude of a single dragon of your choice by one step. Wealth Even good dragons love treasure, and bestowing a share of the hoard the cult has collected goes a long way toward improving the attitudes
. Doing so improves the attitude of a single dragon by one step. For every additional share the dragons are promised (two shares among twelve factions, three shares among thirteen factions, and so on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
hand over their weapon: the Gnomengarde grenade. The product of gnomish ingenuity and a dash of wild magic, the Gnomengarde grenade is the invention of two of Gnomengarde’s most gifted inventors
, Fibblestib Pinebark and Dabbledob Plasterpatch. Created when their town was threatened by the white dragon Cryovain, the grenade generates a number of unpredictable magical effects when detonated. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Creating a Bronze Dragon Bronze dragons are the absolute worst at transforming themselves into human form. They always embellish with extra hair in all sorts of places. I applaud ingenuity, but in
this matter, simpler is better!
-Fizban
Use the Bronze Dragon Personality Traits and Bronze Dragon Ideals tables to inspire your portrayal of distinctive bronze dragon characters, and use the Bronze
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
in zeal and ingenuity. Kobold warriors use hit-and-run tactics to raid their enemies and defend their homes. Kobold Warrior Small Dragon, Neutral
AC 14 Initiative +2 (12)
HP 7 (3d6 − 3)
Speed
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Unearthed Arcana
presents revised subclasses for the Cleric (Knowledge Domain), Fighter (Purple Dragon Knight), and Wizard (Bladesinger), along with new subclasses for the Bard (College of the Moon), Paladin (Oath of the Noble Genies), Ranger (Winter Walker), Rogue (Scion of the Three), and Sorcerer (Spellfire Sorcery).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Hoard Scarabs Hoard scarabs are beetle-like creatures that, through some feat of natural adaptation or alchemical ingenuity, blend in perfectly among piles of gold coins. They feed on tiny mites that
, every Dragon within 1 mile of the creature becomes aware of it and can unerringly track the creature. Casting dispel magic on the creature ends the effect on it.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
chapter is for any D&D character who hopes or fears that they might one day face a dragon. But this chapter is also for the bard who has made a lifelong study of dragonsong, the cleric devoted to
adventurers aspire to be dragonslayers. In time, some have their dreams realized—or shattered in spectacular fashion, as they discover they are woefully unprepared for the threat a dragon poses. This
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
, ranger)
3 I was part of an order that preserves the teachings of an ancient dragon founder. (Fighter, monk, paladin, wizard)
4 I have a dragon for a mentor or patron. (Bard, druid, fighter
Heroes of the Dragon Sorcerers whose magic comes from a draconic origin, rangers with a drake companion, and monks who learn the ways of dragon masters are not the only adventurers whose skills
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
Attitudes Each dragon councilor has one of four attitudes in this chapter, ranging from unfriendly to cautious, neutral, and friendly. To secure the cooperation of the metallic dragons as a whole
, the party must conclude this chapter with at least three dragon councilors having a friendly attitude and with none unfriendly. If the characters make a promise or perform an act aimed at a specific
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Dragonmarked Characters Here are some characters who carry this mark. Noble Warlock (Archfey). Your parents run a score of Gold Dragon Inns. You’ve never gotten your hands dirty with the family
those parties — but it seems like you made a deal with the fey prince. You’re not sure what you agreed to; you’d better find out! Guild Artisan Bard. You ran the finest bar in Cyre, until the Mourning
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Shadow Dragon Treasures Shadow dragons retain the preferences of their original form when it comes to treasure. With each passing year, though, the more lustrous objects in their hoards begin to
hidden, and a shadow dragon’s lair contains a great many secret caches. An ancient shadow dragon might have a hundred or more such repositories secreted about their territory, making stealing from a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
, a regional bard who serves as a repository of Dayawlongon’s history. This performer, Nimuel, seeks the help of experienced adventurers for a delicate mission with a handsome reward. Monster Hunt
all is what it seems. Rare Sighting. A scholar friend of the characters has heard that a bakunawa, an exceptionally rare type of dragon, has appeared on the Dayawlongon archipelago. They entreat the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
shackles Wondrous item No Dragon slayer Weapon No Elven chain Armor No Figurine of wondrous power (bronze griffon) Wondrous item No Figurine of wondrous power (ebony fly) Wondrous item No Figurine of
teleportation Wondrous item Yes Horn of blasting Wondrous item No Horn of Valhalla (silver or brass) Wondrous item No Instrument of the bards (Canaith mandolin) Wondrous item Yes (bard) Instrument of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
short-lived relationships, though, as most shadow dragons can scarcely bear the bleakness of their own existence. Shadow Dragon Wyrmling Connections d6 Connected Creatures
1 A bard befriends
Shadow Dragon Adventures The Shadow Dragon Adventure Hooks table offers suggestions for stories and adventures involving shadow dragons. Shadow Dragon Adventure Hooks d8 Adventure Hook
1 A
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Giant Runes (Area J2) Dod (Death Rune)
Fjell (Mountain Rune)
Krig (War Rune)
Liv (Life Rune)
Vind (Wind Rune)
Wyrm (Dragon Rune)
J3. Curved Tunnel There is nothing remarkable
stack the chests on end and climb them. Other solutions might present themselves; try to reward the players’ ingenuity. The ring of keys is too heavy to lift with a mage hand spell, but the spell can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
Tazmikella Female Copper Dragon Tazmikella is fond of humans and has spent a great deal of time living among them, but she has reservations about supporting the factions. Her lair and hoard have been
dragons to demonstrate loyalty to Tiamat. The copper dragon also believes that unrestricted interaction between humanoids and dragons has been disastrous for both races. The Dracorage mythal serves as
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Bard: College of Spirits Bards of the College of Spirits seek tales with inherent power—be they legends, histories, or fictions—and bring their subjects to life. Using occult trappings, these bards
conjure spiritual embodiments of powerful forces to change the world once more. Such spirits are capricious, though, and what a bard summons isn’t always entirely under their control. Guiding Whispers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
Tazmikella Female Copper Dragon Tazmikella is fond of humans and has spent a great deal of time living among them, but she has reservations about supporting the factions. Her lair and hoard have been
dragons to demonstrate loyalty to Tiamat. The copper dragon also believes that unrestricted interaction between humanoids and dragons has been disastrous for both races. The Dracorage mythal serves as
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Bard There is nothing I would like to do more than explain to you why I’m standing here with stolen goods and my rapier sticking out of this still-warm corpse, officer. I assure you, I have a
copper pieces tossed by commoners isn’t for everyone — and it certainly isn’t for bards in the Acq Inc world. The power and magic tied up in the voice of a franchise bard is meant for greater things
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
named Yaliek Iltizmar (N female Rashemi bard; see appendix B), who is also a member of the Harpers. She pays close attention to characters who nose around backstage, then shares any interesting
descend the ladder find themselves at one end of a 20-foot-wide stone passageway that gradually slopes down 100 feet before ending at the entrance to the Vault of Dragons. Wishes the Faerie Dragon
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
of Solamnia character, consider playing a bard of the College of Valor (or the College of Swords from Xanathar’s Guide to Everything) or a barbarian devoted to the ideals of the nature god Habbakuk
you record your heroics upon 2 A piece of a fallen knight’s armor 3 A pendant featuring a crown, a rose, or a sword 4 The pommel of your mentor’s sword 5 A meaningful favor from someone you defended—perhaps a handkerchief or glove 6 A locket with a sketch of a silver dragon inside
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
audience. 19–20 A destitute bard plays the harp with mediocre skill while asking for donations. 21–22 A deaf couple communicate with each other by sign language, but suddenly stop when they notice they are
faces of the guests. Not all of them are amused. 31–32 A shifter glowers in a corner booth, looking angry at the world. 33–34 A warforged bard uses its body as a percussion instrument to entertain the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
Weapon Yes Demon armor Armor Yes Dragon scale mail Armor Yes Dwarven plate Armor No Dwarven thrower Weapon Yes (dwarf) Efreeti bottle Wondrous item No Figurine of wondrous power (obsidian steed) Wondrous
item No Frost brand Weapon Yes Helm of brilliance Wondrous item Yes Horn of Valhalla (bronze) Wondrous item No Instrument of the bards (Anstruth harp) Wondrous item Yes (bard) Ioun stone (absorption
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
Silverquill
Gargantuan Dragon (Bard), Neutral
Armor Class 21 (natural armor)
Hit Points 363 (22d20 + 132)
Speed 40 ft., fly 80 ft.
STR
25 (+7)
DEX
14 (+2)
CON
23 (+6
Shadrix Silverquill Centuries ago, the dragon Shadrix Silverquill mastered the magic of light and shadow, and he focused that magic through communication. Shadrix’s words thrummed with power
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
tricks with good humor. Copper dragons are particularly fond of bards. A dragon might carve out part of its lair as a temporary abode for a bard willing to regale it with stories, riddles, and music. To
creatures from dangerous magic. As such, powerful magic items and even evil artifacts are sometimes secreted away in a metallic dragon’s hoard. A metallic dragon can be persuaded to part with an item
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
with all five of the chromatic dragons’ elements. Windfall’s enchanted tailcoat shimmers with the colors of the Dragon Queen, and she uses this coat to dazzle patrons and enemies alike. Alexandre Honoré
. The Red Belvedere has its own in-house currency (see the “Casino Currency” section). Both gold and Soul Coins can be traded for in-house currency at the exchange desk in the lobby. Dragon Queen
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
male Turami human bard; see appendix B), Vevette Blackwater (CE female Tethyrian human swashbuckler; see appendix B), and three Zhent thugs. If Agorn and Vevette were killed or otherwise disposed of
Waterdeep but also demands the dragonstaff of Ahghairon for his trouble. If Aurinax is alive, the characters can lure enemies to the dragon. Aurinax attacks any creature that attacks him or tries to steal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
legend. These bards are so eloquent that a speech or song that one of them performs can cause captors to release the bard unharmed and can lull a furious dragon into complacency. The same magic that
too big. Goodbye!
College of Glamour Features Bard Level Feature 3rd Mantle of Inspiration, Enthralling Performance 6th Mantle of Majesty 14th Unbreakable Majesty Mantle of Inspiration When you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
sits at Tordek’s table and tries to strike up a conversation with the dwarf. Chris says, “Tordek spits on the floor, growls an insult at the bard, and stomps over to the bar. He sits on a stool and
of violence. A stubborn dwarf refuses to let anyone badger her. A vain dragon laps up flattery. When interacting with an NPC, pay close attention to the DM’s portrayal of the NPC’s mood, dialogue
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
sits at Tordek’s table and tries to strike up a conversation with the dwarf. Chris says, “Tordek spits on the floor, growls an insult at the bard, and stomps over to the bar. He sits on a stool and
of violence. A stubborn dwarf refuses to let anyone badger her. A vain dragon laps up flattery. When interacting with an NPC, pay close attention to the DM’s portrayal of the NPC’s mood, dialogue