druids imagine are black

Baba Lysaga

Monsters Curse of Strahd

black tentacles, polymorph 5th level (2 slots): cloudkill, geas, scrying 6th level (1 slot): programmed illusion, true seeing 7th level (1 slot): finger of death, mirage arcane 8th level (1 slot

winery (chapter 12), and she has begun to wage war against it. In addition, she has forged an alliance with the mad druids that haunt Yester Hill (chapter 14), convincing them that she gave birth to

Lichen Lich

Monsters Candlekeep Mysteries

"} necrotic damage. The lich regains a number of hit points equal to the amount of damage that the creature takes.Lichen liches are undead remnants of powerful druids. A lichen lich looks like a

skeleton covered with fungi and bark-like lichen. A lichen lich has vines within its chest cavity. These vines exude viscid and poisonous black fluid.On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties), the

Mark of Warding Dwarf

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

My family has the finest vaults you can imagine. They forge the locks that secure royal jewels. And I learned to pick those locks when I was barely out of the crib. —Cutter, burglar and

Holds have come into increasing conflict with the daelkyr, Lord Morrikan d’Kundarak has instructed house heirs to establish connections with the Gatekeeper druids. The druids have much in common with the house, being the creators of the wards that protect Eberron from the daelkyr.

Y3. Druids' Circle

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

Y3. Druids’ Circle Atop the hill is a wide ring of black boulders and smaller rocks that collectively form a makeshift wall enclosing a field of dead grass. Lightning strikes the edge of the ring

from time to time, illuminating a ghastly, fifty-foot-tall statue made of tightly woven twigs and packed with black earth. The statue resembles a towering, cloaked man with fangs. The ring of boulders

Y2. Berserker Cairns

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

Y2. Berserker Cairns Dirt trails run along two concentric rings of cairns that encircle the hillside. Each cairn is a ten-foot-high mound of slimy black rocks. These burial mounds predate the arrival

of Strahd and the druids. They have remained undisturbed for centuries. Buried under the rocks are the moldy bones of an ancient tribe of berserkers that once lived in the mountains. (See “Blood Spear of Kavan” in the “Special Events” section below.)

Other Elements

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

; much of the town looks down on him anyway. The doppelganger in the “Halls of the Hunting Axe” side trek could be a changeling, and it’s not difficult to imagine the prophet Vanifer being one too. Some

of the lycanthropes and druids at Scarlet Moon Hall (described in chapter 3) might be shifters. Tweak the adventure’s background to connect it to the Last War. Perhaps the four prophets are war

The Celtic Pantheon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

often served by druids as by clerics, for they are closely aligned with the forces of nature that druids revere. Celtic Deities Deity Alignment Suggested Domains Symbol The Daghdha, god of

weather and crops CG Nature, Trickery Bubbling cauldron or shield Arawn, god of life and death NE Life, Death Black star on gray background Belenus, god of sun, light, and warmth NG Light Solar disk

Verdan

Species Acquisitions Incorporated

. Reality is a descent into chaos punctuated by brief flashes of order, whence we arose and so imagine it to be the norm rather than a distant outlier. That-Which-Endures held entropy back for a mere instant

turned the color of jade and their blood began to flow black. Their ears grew pointed, and they gained a limited form of telepathy — but at the cost of forgetting their history. The underground homes

Forest Crystal Adventures

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

crystal approaches the characters and requests their aid. The minions of a rival dragon (creatures from the Giant Kin Encounters table in chapter 3) seek to destroy the crystal. The rival, a young black

. Urban Renewal A circle of druids uses ancient magic to amplify the crystal’s power, spreading its land-warping influence. The crystal’s growing shroud threatens to engulf a nearby city whose ruler

Dragon as Power

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

significance of a dragon’s schemes to make those plots fit the dragon’s stature in the world. Imagine the dragon’s hoard on the scale of a national treasury. Think of the dragon’s minions as the entire

characters might loyally serve one dragon in opposition to another, or they might attempt to play multiple dragons against one another—perhaps earning the ire of them all. In the heart of the jungle, the black greatwyrm Rhashaak keeps watch over a ruined city

Development

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

, which the characters can remove from its corpse. The massive heart is the size of a small trunk and weighs nearly one hundred pounds. Any characters close to it while it is being transported imagine

second component takes the form of a few spatters of a demon lord’s blood. A successful DC 10 Wisdom (Perception) check finds some of Yeenoghu’s black blood on the fallen goristro’s horns.

Closing the Circles

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

. Circle of Dreams Normally, druids who come from the Circle of Dreams have a connection to the dreamy lands of the Feywild. As an Acquisitions Incorporated druid, you maintain this connection and expand

that the exploits of the franchise don’t disturb nature — and just as importantly, prevent nature from disturbing the franchise. Circle of the Moon Circle of the Moon druids are known for the myriad

Malar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

Malar The Beastlord, the Black-Blooded One Malar epitomizes the dark side of nature, the world that is red in tooth and claw. His faithful believe the hunt is the center point between life and death

devotees who are druids and rangers of particularly savage inclination, and many barbarians take Malar as a patron for his ferocity and cruelty. His priests use claw bracers, impressive gauntlets bedecked with stylized claws that jut out from the ends of the fists, as ceremonial weapons.

Beshaba

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

Beshaba The Maid of Misfortune, Lady Doom, Black Bess Beshaba is the counterpoint to Tymora and is just as frequently acknowledged in daily life as is her more benevolent “sister.” She is seen as a

symbol) to ward off misfortune. The same gesture raised to the head signifies a salute; when pointed at someone, the “horns” indicate ill favor directed toward that individual. Many druids worship

Haunted Keeps

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

of the Sacred Stone,” which sages across Faerûn have never heard of because it’s merely a cover for the Cult of the Black Earth. The monastery is the surface stronghold of the earth cult, and it

functions as the guarded entrance to the Temple of the Black Earth beneath it. All of the monks are earth cultists who are well aware of the true nature of the monastery. Scarlet Moon Hall Deep in the wild

Lair Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sleeping Dragon’s Wake

intruders from this point. If the characters battle the wood woads in this area rather than outside the cave, the druids in area C3 free the owlbears in area C2, then arrive as backup at the end of

the third round of combat. Green moss grows over the remains of three headless ghouls stuffed into an alcove in the south. GNAWBONES DRUIDS The Gnawbones are lawful evil female human druids who speak

Order of the Immortal Lotus

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

simple, fitted black clothing under a white, flowing robe. The symbol of the Immortal Lotus is a white lotus inside a black circle. When operating outside the Cloakwood, the monks pass themselves off as

beggars or trappers to avoid attention, or they disguise themselves as traveling rangers, druids, or rogues. Members of the order are responsible for acquiring knowledge through force or thievery

Witherbloom Student

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

Witherbloom College. Skill Proficiencies: Nature, Survival Tool Proficiencies: Herbalism kit Languages: One of your choice Equipment: A bottle of black ink, an ink pen, a book about plant

of swamp animals or plants might form amid your spell effects. Building a Witherbloom Character Druids and warlocks make up most of Witherbloom’s student body. A few wizards (mostly those who study the

The Moonshaes

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

the Ffolk, humans ruled by their High King, Derid Kendrick, from the fortress of Caer Callidyr on Alaron. The Ffolk worship a goddess they call the Earthmother; her druids gather in sacred groves on the

islands. Some of these groves hold moonwells, magical pools that the druids say the goddess uses as her windows onto the world. The northern isles are the territory of the Northlanders, who spread

Baba Lysaga

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

refuge at the Wizard of Wines winery (chapter 12), and she has begun to wage war against it. In addition, she has forged an alliance with the mad druids that haunt Yester Hill (chapter 14), convincing

them that she gave birth to Strahd, whom the druids consider a god. With the druids on her side, she expects to rid Barovia of its wereraven menace. Gifts of Mother Night. The goddess Mother Night has

Adventure Hooks

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

“Reaver Ambush” encounter in chapter 3 and again for defeating Jolliver Grimjaw. Dangerous Secret The character has been assigned to infiltrate the mysterious druids of the Circle of the Scarlet Moon

and discover their true plans. The circle supposedly knows ritual magic unknown to other druids. The character earns inspiration for discovering the truth behind the Rite of the Wicker Giant and again

Lichen Lich

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

Lichen Lich Lichen liches are the undead remnants of powerful druids. A lichen lich looks like a skeleton covered with fungi and bark-like lichen. A lichen lich has vines writhing within its chest

cavity. These vines exude viscid and poisonous black fluid. Lichen Lich Medium undead Armor Class 20 (natural armor) Hit Points 225 (30d8 + 90) Speed 30 ft. STR 11 (+0) DEX 16

Religion and the Gods

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

world. Druids and hidden communities offer prayers in the old ways and employ mysterious magic. Long-lived peoples remember the worship of the gods and see their shapes in nature and the constellations

magic Black circle or sphere Sargonnas LE Fire, vengeance Stylized red condor Zeboim CE Seas, storms Turtle shell It’s easy to blame the gods for the Cataclysm. They sent the Thirteen Warnings and

Wood Elves

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

variety of folk. Wood elves in Faerûn have the racial traits of wood elves in the Player’s Handbook. They have tan or coppery skin, with hair of wood brown, golden blond, black, or a shining metallic

, wildlife, and forestry. Wood elves are more than capable in warfare, particularly archery. They are less magically inclined than their cousins, but have their fair share of practitioners of the Art, as well as clerics and many druids.

Prismari Student

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

instrument or artisan’s tools Languages: One of your choice Equipment: A bottle of black ink, an ink pen, a set of artisan’s tools or a musical instrument (one of your choice), a school uniform, and a

Prismari Character Any class or subclass that wields elemental forces of cold, fire, lightning, and wind can be a good fit in Prismari. Druids and sorcerers are common in Prismari, and wizards who study the

Warlock's Crypt

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

black mail, made of overlapping plates and slightly discordant, off-center architecture creating the impression of joints that might bend at any moment. The towers, joined in a rough circle by walls of

smooth black stone, form a perimeter around the heart of the Crypt — which can be seen only from a terrifyingly close vantage. Obscured and protected by the towers are several strange plots of land

Undercroft

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

cults have moved into the Sumber Hills: an air cult called the Cult of the Howling Hatred; an earth cult, the Cult of the Black Earth; a fire cult called the Cult of the Eternal Flame; and a water cult

her. She says, “Those I allowed to went away disappointed. Well, disappointed once the terror wore off, I imagine.” The cults are led by self-styled prophets and are using the Haunted Keeps as their

The Seldarine

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

, to try new things, to imagine what they desire and then pursue it, and to be kind to others. In return for this freedom from the usual requirements of religion, Corellon expects them to address

sages imagine that, one day, all elves will be given this opportunity, after Corellon is satisfied by the completion of some great cosmic quest, and elves will once again be a people of unfettered form

Alignment

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

neutral. Neutral. (N) is the alignment of those who prefer to steer clear of moral questions and don’t take sides, doing what seems best at the time. Druids are traditionally neutral, as are typical

, such as thieves’ cant or the tongue of druids. Some of these languages are actually families of languages with many dialects. For example, the Primordial language includes the Auran, Aquan, Ignan, and

Werewolves in the Mist

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

Emerald Enclave. This widespread group of wilderness survivalists preserves the natural order while rooting out unnatural threats. Druids, rangers, and barbarians make up most of its membership. Branches of

, stealth, innuendo, and combat. Backed by the wealthy, they carry well-made equipment (often disguised to appear common). Alliance operatives are often glory hounds. Zhentarim The Black Network sees the

Quandrix Student

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

Proficiencies: Arcana, Nature Tool Proficiencies: One type of artisan’s tools Languages: One of your choice Equipment: A bottle of black ink, an ink pen, an abacus, a book of arcane theory, a school

(especially those who study the Schools of Abjuration, Illusion, or Transmutation) and the metamagic manipulations of sorcerers are welcome in Quandrix, and many druids explore the patterns of nature

World-Shaking Events

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s 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

might be a tyrant, a fiend, or black-hearted villain, and the era that just ended could have been one of peace, tranquility, and justice. A new leader shakes the foundations of your campaign world and

Random Encounters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

lunatic. The ground nearby is crawling with tiny twig monsters. The Barovian wilderness is home to druids who worship Strahd because of his ability to control the weather and the beasts of Barovia. The

druids are savage and violent, and each controls a host of twig blights, which fights until destroyed. If all the twig blights are destroyed or the druid loses more than half of its hit points, the

Assigning Assets

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

players that the Black Network’s expert killers can be put to better use against the cult leaders of Severin’s inner circle, while Harper agents or forces of the Lords’ Alliance help in the tunnels

Gauntlet are among the toughest, most steadfast soldiers on the Sword Coast. Besides serving in their own units, their leadership bolsters other troops. Emerald Enclave. Druids and rangers of the Emerald

Areas of the Vault

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

square heads pressed against the floor. The west wall bears a cracked mosaic that depicts a dwarf smith at a forge, crafting dwarves out of black metal and diamonds. (In the south end of the wall is a

secret door.) Three archways in the east wall lead to crumbling bridges that span the entrance foyer (area V2) and end in front of adamantine doors (leading to areas V6, V7, and V8). Black Pudding. A

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