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Returning 29 results for 'duty strike'.
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Monsters
Storm King's Thunder
":"Rock","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage.
Lightning Strike (Recharge 5–6);{"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType":"recharge","rollAction":"Lightning Strike"}. The giant hurls a magical
","rollAction":"Lightning Strike","rollDamageType":"lightning"} lightning damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.
Spellcasting. Nimir casts one of the following spells
Monsters
Curse of Strahd
soldier or knight who perished on the battlefield or died performing its sworn duty. It appears like a translucent version of its living self.
Task Driven. Although one is often mistaken for a ghost, a
master or because it believes it must perform a task to satisfy its honor or sense of duty. For example, a guard who dies defending a wall might return as a phantom warrior and continue guarding the
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
;sacred flame
1st
guiding bolt, heroism
2nd
aid, scorching ray
3rd
beacon of hope, blinding smite
4th
death ward, wall of fire
5th
flame strike
;Society functions only if people do their duty and respect the chain of command. (Lawful)
6
Conviction. Anything worth doing is worth doing with your whole heart. (Lawful)
Bonds
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy
Extraction Force When the characters report for duty the next morning, they’re assigned to maintenance work on the Flighty Foundling: scrubbing decks and making minor repairs. The Flighty Foundling
is moored on the side of the Spelljammer Academy’s structure, about 400 feet above the Sea Dock, roughly at the level of the Gymnasium (see handout 1). The characters’ work is interrupted by a strike force that is determined to retrieve Miken and commandeer the Flighty Foundling.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Torm The Loyal Fury, the True, the Hand of Righteousness Torm is the god of duty and loyalty, revered by those who face danger to bring about a greater good. Those who favor Torm believe that one’s
salvation can be found through service, that every failure to perform one’s duty diminishes Torm, and that every success adds to his luster. Those who take Torm to heart must strive to fulfill his
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
they keep. 2 Power. The weak rule the strong. 3 Duty. It is by Vlaakith’s will alone that I act. 4 Freedom. No strong soul should be enslaved. Better to die first than live as another’s puppet
. Githyanki Bonds d4 Bond 1 There is no greater duty than to serve the Revered Queen. 2 Humanity thrives only because we conquered the illithids. Therefore, what is theirs is ours. 3 Without battle, life
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
muut and atcha (honor and duty), but they believe that humans and their kin don’t deserve to be treated with honor. All the goblinoid races work together among the Dhakaani, and all are convinced of
studying at Arcanix or Morgrave is actually a Khesh’dar spy identifying tomes of arcane knowledge worth stealing. 3 A Dhakaani strike force assaults a museum or a noble’s private holdings, reclaiming
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
Phantom Warrior A phantom warrior is the spectral remnant of a willful soldier or knight who perished on the battlefield or died performing its sworn duty. It appears like a translucent version of
time. Its spirit lingers willingly, either out of loyalty to its former master or because it believes it must perform a task to satisfy its honor or sense of duty. For example, a guard who dies
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Omin Dran My duty, first and foremost, is to my shareholders. And I am the only shareholder. Ominifis Hereward Dran spent his formative years in the small waystop of Red Larch, where his mother
Languages Common, Dwarvish, Elvish, Goblin
Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
Divine Strike. Once on each of his turns when he hits a creature with a weapon attack, Omin can cause the attack to deal an extra
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
you introduce some of their fellow prisoners. Ilvara’s newest consort, Shoor, wants to impress his mistress, while Jorlan, her former consort, sullenly does his duty but casts a curious eye over the
prisoners. Any hostile move is met with poisoned crossbow bolts from the drow, and possibly a strike from Ilvara’s scourge or a ray of sickness spell. The giant spiders attack and poison anyone who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
6 version), Flame Strike (level 6 version), Geas, True Seeing
Guards Sentries and Watch Members
Habitat: Any; Treasure: Armaments, Individual
Guards protect people, places, and things, either
for pay or from a sense of duty. They might perform their duties vigilantly or distractedly. Some raise alarms at the first sign of danger and defend their charges with their lives. Others flee
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
. Anything might strike a githyanki’s fancy, from a jewel taken from the pommel of a fallen opponent’s sword to colorful banners taken from a plundered castle that, preserved by the timeless nature of the
silver cord — a strike against such an enemy has a chance of severing the silver cord, causing instant death. Knights and their silver swords are inseparable, and a knight will fight to the death to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
wanderlust that made him leave, but none will bother (or dare) to ask him. In any case, when Gandalug died, Bruenor did his duty and resumed the throne. Before Bruenor died, he was instrumental in
Gutbuster Brigade is part of the Host, battleragers who strike fear into any enemy intelligent enough to realize whom it is they face. Travelers allowed inside the city are housed in upper-level guest
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
are divided into three types of duty and armed appropriately for the task before them: Alamon. Rugged forces of wanderers patrol Akros’s borders, defending against invasion or attack by monsters that
dwell in the mountains, foothills, and badlands around Akroan territory. They are armed and armored for speed and agility, allowing them to move stealthily and strike unexpectedly. Lukos. The most
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
the least amount of harm. Duty. Be responsible for your actions and their consequences, protect those entrusted to your care, and obey those who have just authority over you. Oath Spells You gain oath
magic 13th freedom of movement, guardian of faith 17th commune, flame strike Channel Divinity When you take this oath at 3rd level, you gain the following two Channel Divinity options. Sacred Weapon
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
the least amount of harm. Duty. Be responsible for your actions and their consequences, protect those entrusted to your care, and obey those who have just authority over you. Oath Spells You gain oath
, dispel magic
13th
freedom of movement, guardian of faith
17th
commune, flame strike
Channel Divinity When you take this oath at 3rd level, you gain the following two Channel Divinity options
compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Legends of Greyhawk: Secrets of the Free City
Discover evidence of the heist +2 Renown Behave appropriately while on duty +1 Renown Get caught snooping -1 Renown per incident Act in a manner unfit for a night guard -1 Renown per incident Vera is
. She still needs more evidence. A Test of Trust. Vera proposes, by her orders, the characters serve as extra hands on night guard duty around the streets of the Great Library the following evening. It
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
, Gleam suggests they strike up an alliance with the korreds. See “Lockbury Henge” later in the chapter for how they might accomplish that.) An elf prince named Alagarthas made a bargain with Endelyn and
responsibilities that don’t require a lot of your attention. For example, Clapperclaw’s main duty might be to carry Squirt, while Amidor might spend nearly all its time watching over the other guides and whispering
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
. For decades, this group has been concocting a conspiracy to spread fear, chaos, and uncertainty across the land. When the time is right, the Brotherhood will strike to seize the reins in kingdoms all
, patient killer. Ideal. When operating as Anders’ servant, Skerrin believes that it is the duty of those with experience and wisdom to advise the young. As an assassin, he holds that those strong enough
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
lax in that duty as boredom and hunger overtake them. Therefore, there is a 50 percent chance that the characters will land unseen at the Skull Dunes during the day. The survivors do not keep watch
with his life. If the characters do not attack Odium immediately, they might be able to strike a deal with him. He will draw a rough map of the abbey ruins in return for 200 gp and safe passage off
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
comfortable with being isolated, as I seek inner peace. 3 I never liked the people I called my friends, so it was easy for me to strike out on my own. 4 I felt compelled to forsake my past, but did
mercenary company, selling my sword to the highest bidder. 6 Invaders attacked my homeland. It was my duty to take up arms in defense of my people. Urchin d6 I became an urchin because … 1 Wanderlust
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
. Chaotic good.
Personality Trait. “My tentacles flick in the air when my guard is up.”
Ideal. “Nurture the young, for they are the bright lights of tomorrow.”
Bond. “I’m duty-bound to protect the
a liar speak.”
Ideal. “Honor is what makes a knight, even beyond duty or prowess with a weapon.”
Bond. “Ballooning. There’s nothing quite like taking flight in a balloon and going where the winds
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
. Chaotic good.
Personality Trait. “My tentacles flick in the air when my guard is up.”
Ideal. “Nurture the young, for they are the bright lights of tomorrow.”
Bond. “I’m duty-bound to protect the
liar speak.”
Ideal. “Honor is what makes a knight, even beyond duty or prowess with a weapon.”
Bond. “Ballooning. There’s nothing quite like taking flight in a balloon and going where the winds
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
Frupy will call forth her pets and herself strike at the intruder who appears to be the most powerful. (A kneeling character is considered to be prone in this situation.) She will then bellow for her
a total of twelve throwing rocks lined up ready for use. Two fire giants, off-duty guards, relax in the adjoining chamber. Each has a carved throwing rock and a greatsword nearby. A table and two
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
warehouse duty. Her job mostly involves running from one row of crates to another, filling orders for customers and grouping them for retrieval by other Dran Enterprises employees. She receives her
Lookout. The captain needs a sharp eye to call out when waves are about to strike the ship. An intern named Heian (LN female half-elf commoner wearing a shirt emblazoned with “Aeofel Lives”) is currently
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
around the perimeter.
One razerblast (see chapter 7) and one fire giant lounge here, off duty from keeping watch over area W1. When the characters first enter this chamber, the fire giant is dozing
within 100 feet. If the characters strike the gong, see area W4. Lava Passages. The southern lava flow is only 4 feet lower than the ceiling of the passage through which it flows. To the north, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
and her guards are on the verge of defeat, she turns on her own guards and finishes them off so she can try to strike a deal with the characters. Yarsha tells the party that Miraj is the earth prophet
cultists occupy the room. (Statistics for the Black Earth guard and burrowshark appear in chapter 7.) Dynath’s bulette is stabled in area B9. In addition, the cultists currently on duty in area B20 have
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
are rounded up and sent about tasks under guard. It is also used for the revels of the off-duty dungeon crew. A few smoky torches burn along the walls. Several benches and tables are pushed out of the
be had. Then, when the characters are occupied fighting the monsters that await within that cell, the bugbears will strike the alarm and flee. In addition to the alarm gong, the guard room contains a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
are usually off-duty and might be asleep; roll 1d6 to see how many cultists are in their bunks. Sounds of fighting nearby rouse the sleeping cultists, who join the fray on their turns during the third
patient. For now, she tries to convince Shatterkeel to strike against the rival cults, hoping that the air or fire cultists kill him for her and clear the way for her to take over the Crushing Wave cult