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Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
(such as dragon turtle;dragon turtles).
A creature of the dragon type that you touch with the staff can move through the city of Waterdeep, ignoring Ahghairon’s dragonward. This effect lasts
command spell. If you target a dragon with this casting, the dragon has disadvantage on its saving throw. The staff regains 1d10 charges daily at dawn.
Magic Items
The Book of Many Things
Donjon*
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Door
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Dragon
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Elemental
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Euryale*
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Expert
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Fates*
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Fey
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Fiend
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Flames*
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Fool*
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Gem*
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Giant
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Pit
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Plant
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Priest
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Prisoner
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Puzzle*
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Ring
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Rogue*
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Ruin*
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Sage*
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Shield
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Ship
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Skull*
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Staff
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Equipment
sheep dragon wool.
When you make a grapple check while holding the butterfly staff, you can use the staff to target a Small or smaller creature that is up to 10 feet away from you. When you do so, you
Although it can be used as a weapon, the butterfly staff is more commonly used as a tool to catch small spirits and critters. Its tall haft is capped with a well-woven net, which is often made from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
well as the breath weapons of other creatures of the dragon type (such as dragon turtles). A creature of the dragon type that you touch with the staff can move through the city of Waterdeep, ignoring
. The staff has 10 charges. While holding it, you can expend 1 charge as an action to cast the command spell. If you target a dragon with this casting, the dragon has disadvantage on its saving throw. The staff regains 1d10 charges daily at dawn.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Story Overview Waterdeep: Dragon Heist is a treasure hunt set against an urban backdrop. The adventure’s plot can be summarized as follows: Half a million gold coins are hidden somewhere in Waterdeep
Ahghairon’s Tower in the Castle Ward and is permanent. Dragons and all other creatures of the dragon type are physically unable to enter the city (or its sewers) as long as the dragonward persists
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
Indifferent to the characters. They have no interest in fighting the characters or the dragon. The staff members hesitate to allow the characters inside the resort, but a character can try to persuade the
evacuated. Those who remain are staff members attempting to protect the property from looters and, if possible, from the spreading fires. These staff members consist of eleven human Guards who are
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
keeper, +3 Rod Yes (warlock) Scimitar of speed Weapon Yes Shield, +3 Armor No Spellguard shield Armor Yes Staff of fire Staff Yes (druid, sorcerer, warlock, or wizard) Staff of frost Staff Yes (druid
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
and human disciple of a dead brass dragon Mage (Medium, Chaotic Good) “Beginning the Adventure” Oliekintara Provides a required passphrase Sphinx of Lore “Temple of Sands” Rummox Anthradusk’s companion Dao (Neutral Evil) H9 Yaarnak Asks characters to retrieve his lost staff Mummy Lord (Small) H8
individuals the characters will interact with during the adventure. Step 3. Bookmark following stat blocks in the Monster Manual or on D&D Beyond: Blue Dragon, Adult Blue Dragon, Ancient Bandit Basilisk Dao
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
rulership Rod Yes Rod of the pact keeper, +2 Rod Yes (warlock) Rope of entanglement Wondrous item No Shield of missile attraction Armor Yes Shield, +2 Armor No Staff of charming Staff Yes (bard, cleric
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
miles from the manor. The Silmerhelves visit perhaps six times a year, and the rest of the time the sleepy estate is left to the live-in staff. Helvenblade has never been overrun by bandits or otherwise
put to ruin; the servants ascribe this to its protection by the “family ghost.” In reality, a secretive dragon named Umsheryoth (adult male bronze dragon) guards the house and has been a friend to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
every few seconds (see “Morphing Statue” below).
Cassiok and Pet. Facing the statue with its back to the rest of the room is a black-robed creature (Cassiok Shadowdusk) leaning heavily on a staff
staff of power that grants him a +2 bonus to Armor Class, spell attack rolls, and saving throws. His insectoid physiology prevents him from making melee attacks with the staff. Cassiok is insane and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
healthful properties of the area’s waters and natural beauty. The guests, proprietors, and staff have long since fled the resort. Source of the Flames If the characters linger here, looking for people
trapped in the fire or otherwise exploring, they might draw the attention of the wildfires’ source: the dragon Xabazhut (Young Red Dragon). Don’t use this encounter if the characters have already
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
statue and succeeds on a DC 15 Wisdom (Perception) check notices that the dragon heads on the ends of the staff can be pushed toward each other with a click. When this is done, the secret trapdoor in the
28. Hidden Treasure Pentagram. A large pentagram is inscribed on the floor.
Statue. A life-size stone statue of Halaster wearing a blindfold stands in an alcove. The statue holds a stout staff that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
true riches of Fortune’s Wheel: the arcanaloth’s trove of secrets. Staff and Visitors The Platinum Rooms are staffed by approximately a dozen lawful evil tieflings who use the assassin stat block. They
politely mingle amid the gambling areas, facilitating betting and fetching visitors refreshments. This staff is directed by Colcook, Shemeshka’s personal aide, who oversees the Platinum Rooms from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
staff members, not the patrons, and won’t break up a fight unless a staff member is involved. Well-armed patrons (commoners and thugs mostly) huddle around tables in the main room and in private
north wall. Next to the couch sits a wooden sea chest that contains an assortment of games (Dragonchess boards, well-used decks of Three-Dragon Ante cards, and so on). E2. Lounge Although smoking is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
interest. The broken staff is nothing special. The choker is a braided leather neckband with a silver dragon design chased into the leather. The ends are ragged, as if it was roughly torn off.
found was his broken staff and this choker, which he always wore.”
The monk’s name is Nesim Waladra. After introductions are made, he continues: “Leosin has been investigating these raiders for months
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
. The broken staff is nothing special. The choker is a braided leather neckband with a silver dragon design chased into the leather. The ends are ragged, as if it was roughly torn off.
found was his broken staff and this choker, which he always wore.” The monk’s name is Nesim Waladra. After introductions are made, he continues. “Leosin has been investigating these raiders for months. I
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Cache of Dragons In Waterdeep, a gold coin is called a dragon. Before he was ousted from his position as the Open Lord of Waterdeep, Dagult Neverember embezzled half a million dragons and hid them
against all forms of magical detection and intrusion. Its current protector is an adult gold dragon named Aurinax, who is also the current wielder and guardian of the dragonstaff of Ahghairon, which has the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
rival or a non-spellcasting ally steps between those trying to escape and the oncoming dragon. Unaware of the character, this rival uses the incredible magic of a glowing staff to hold off the dragon
Onyari’s final moments before the flying city was destroyed. A moment later, a young silver dragon strafes the street ahead, freezing structures and people alike. Consider the following suggestions as you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
manufacture. Spellbooks d6 Spellbook 1 A tome with pages that are thin sheets of metal, spells etched into them with acid 2 Long straps of leather on which spells are written, wrapped around a staff for
ease of transport 3 A battered tome filled with pictographs that only you can understand 4 Small stones inscribed with spells and kept in a cloth bag 5 A scorched book, ravaged by dragon fire, with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
as a cloaked woman wielding a dagger in each hand and the other showing Halaster Blackcloak clutching a staff. The statues glare at one another like mortal enemies.
Shadow Dragon Umbraxakar is a Huge
32. Umbraxakar’s Lair Umbraxakar the shadow dragon dwells here and cannot be surprised by the characters, whose presence he has sensed since they first stepped into the Shadowfell. Characters who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
the job” greeting important guests and promising them the finest entertainment. She treats her actors and staff like half-forgotten children, and she turns away characters who come to the theater
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->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Cults of the Dragon Below A paradise exists within the world, a vale bathed in the light of the Inner Sun. Earn your passage with the blood of worthy foes. Our existence is a chrysalis state
discovered a beating heart that filled an entire room, pumping blood through veins in the walls of the building. According to Allis, the staff claimed to be “creating the heart of Galifar,” apparently
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
nothing to antagonize Wyllow can secure safe passage through her demesne, though she warns them to steer clear of the goblin werebats and show the green dragon the respect it’s due. She knows the
dust-covered objects resting on it. Leaning against the table is a wooden staff with silvered tips, draped in cobwebs.
Treasure. Characters who clear away the dust can see the objects on the table
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
is described in detail after the table. Marshal Wreck Encounters d4 Encounter Level 1 Vecna’s Twist 5th 2 Merrow Mayhem 7th 3 Golem Diver 11th 4 Dragon Turtle Bandit 15th Vecna’s Twist The town
characters try to hinder the golem, it attacks, fighting until the characters retreat. The golem allows the characters to help it bring the statue back to the Bat Guano. Dragon Turtle Bandit Those
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
9: Tavern Dubbed the Drunken Dragon, this tavern caters to residents and visitors alike and hosts a nightly drinking game.
When the characters arrive at the tavern, read the following boxed text
in one corner is empty.
A human man in an apron greets you from behind the bar. “Welcome to the Drunken Dragon. What can I getcha?” he asks in a smooth voice.
The man behind the bar is Umbrusk
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
giant roots. Pangil ng Buwan’s treasure consists of 320 gp, 5,800 sp, three opal figurines of dugongs worth 150 gp a piece, an arrow of dragon slaying, a necklace of adaptation, and a staff of the
. These are the tracks of Paolo Maykapal and his dragon hunters, who arrived ahead of the characters and who are also searching for the bakunawa. Facing the Dragon Hunters If the characters follow the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
in a panoply of architectural styles. Among the stone structures are a few towers made of stranger materials, such as infernal iron and the bones of a long-dead colossal red dragon. Non-Avowed rarely
enter the Great Library, but senior staff members occasionally bestow letters of admittance upon individuals of remarkable talent and impeccable reputation (including adventurers). These visitors may
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
intruders. One or more of these servitors might have the responsibility of managing the rest of a dragon noble’s staff on the dragon’s behalf, but even such a steward has little autonomy and must cater
Dragon Relationships Some dragons rule sprawling criminal organizations devoted to plundering the surrounding region and swelling the dragons’ hoards. Others govern peaceful and prosperous towns
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
mechanism with a prominent winch.
At any given time, three Dragon Army soldiers (see appendix B) are in the courtyard patrolling, training, or running errands. Gate Controls. The north and south gates
, and area W4. W2: South Guard Towers Two soldiers stand at this stone room’s narrow windows. A horn hangs on the wall between the doors.
The south guard towers are identical. In each, two Dragon Army
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
a long, pointy beard. Only the freckles across his nose undermine his devilish countenance. Quentin used to be a professional three-dragon ante player, but his rise to prominence was cut short ten
how brilliant he is otherwise? Quentin’s Location You decide where Quentin is at any given time. If he’s not chatting with patrons or boosting staff morale on the casino floor, he’s usually in his
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
City Locations The locations detailed here can serve as a good starting point for your campaign. Use them as examples when fleshing out new locations for your game. Black Dragon Inn This three-story
, slightly run-down inn is situated in the heart of the city. A sign carved to resemble the grinning visage of a black dragon hangs over the front door. A stable is located behind the inn.
The Black
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sleeping Dragon’s Wake
Common, Draconic, and Druidic and have 45 hit points each. The druids worship Claugiyliamatar as a god, and the dragon teaches them to cast spells.
The druids attack intruders on sight. A character
of Claugiyliamatar to the dragon (area C13). If the characters capture a druid and makes a successful DC 15 Charisma (Intimidation) check the druid leads them to the dragon.
Characters could
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
, and piled in one of them is a vast golden trove.
Out of the dusty gloom steps an aged dwarf clutching a staff carved and painted to resemble a pair of entwined dragons — one red, one gold. Despite
.”
The dwarf, who calls himself Barok Clanghammer, is really the adult gold dragon Aurinax (see appendix B) in disguise. He guards the gold for Lord Dagult Neverember and holds the dragonstaff of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
, feather fall and fireball) and he carries a staff of fire. A thorough search of the room yields several letters to Rath Modar from Severin, the supreme leader of the Cult of the Dragon. Severin’s letters
(see appendix D for statistics), a Red Wizard of Thay allied with the Cult of the Dragon, resides here. Unless he was killed or captured previously, Azbara Jos (see appendix D for statistics) is also