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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
high in this area. Hewn from the canyon’s back wall, a thirty-foot-high temple facade features steps rising to a stone platform. Cut into this facade is a ten-foot-high open doorway flanked by
rubble pile while keeping an eye on the temple entrance (area E4). Each is a shield dwarf commoner who speaks Common and Dwarvish, and who has darkvision out to a range of 60 feet. Dazlyn is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Bruenor has to say as he entreats them to head back into the Underdark to find out more about the rising threat of the demon lords. Then the characters must help convince the other factions summoned to
bring to life not just the faction representatives and the dwarf king in this chapter, but also highlight the personalities and goals of the characters and any NPCs who remain with them.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
60 feet overhead, with the ceiling rising another 20 feet beyond that. Set into alcoves are twelve sets of double doors made of iron. Each door is 10 feet wide, 10 feet high, and embossed with images
of dwarf warriors in plate armor. Crumbling Bridges. The bridges connect area V4 to adamantine doors that seal off areas V6, V7, and V8. The eastern half of the northern bridge and the western half of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
recently called the Old Dirty Dwarf, but was rechristened by its new owner, a winsome Chauntean paladin by the name of Kharissa Anuvien. Dame Kharissa claims that one of her ancestors was in the Company
of Crazed Venturers, associated with the founding of Helm’s Hold, and her quick-rising popularity among the people has won her a seat as a Speaker. Dominating the skyline of the hold is the great
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
) Independent fiefdom; member of the Iron League Irongate (Free City) Mayor Unthera Selvich (appears as a dwarf) Thriving metropolis; member of the Iron League; the mayor is a disguised adult bronze dragon
power is rumored to come from pacts with archdevils Nyrond, the Kingdom of King Dunstan I (human) Center of resistance to the Great Kingdom Onnwal The Raven of Onnwal, Zyl Grayshadow (dwarf
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
monarchs, the emperor is a dwarf, with a life span long enough to have experienced the cyclical nature of history firsthand—a trait considered necessary to rule. Imperial Service Most of Yongjing’s
(second-born), Zhong (second-born), Shu (third-born), Ji (fourth-born or more), Jun (noble), Si (heir), Wen (scholar) Aspirational. Jie (heroic), Mei (charming), Ming (bright), Qian (rising), Tong (leader), Yi (virtuous), Zi (gentle)
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
K78. Brazier Room This room is thirty feet square, rising to a twenty-foot-tall flat ceiling. A stone brazier burns fiercely in the center of the room, but its tall white flame produces no heat. The
a colored crystal. No two stones are the same color.
Overhead, a wood-framed hourglass as tall and wide as a dwarf hangs ten feet above the brazier, suspended from the ceiling by thick iron chains
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
. Rising from the floor 10 feet in front of the arch is a 3-foot-high pedestal made of red crystal with a small hole in the top.
Inserting a Stardock rod (see the “Stardock Rods,” sidebar) into the hole in
), three bloodstones (50 gp each), five hematites (10 gp each), an old painting of a dwarf miner (25 gp), and a bear mask made of jade (250 gp).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Locations V - Z Valley of Khedrun The frozen vale on the southern fringe of the Spine of the World is named for a legendary dwarf hero who used his axe to carve out the homeland of the dwarves in the
on a coinless shield dwarf adventurer named Larg and is paying him a few coppers to clean the stables. “Larg” told Arzastra that he and his adventuring companions were caught in an avalanche while
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
hangs in the fireplace of this cluttered kitchen, and stout worktables sized for a dwarf are covered with handy implements. A closet pantry stands in the corner next to a door that leads outside
.
Merle, the dwarf cook (commoner), works here from 6 a.m. to midnight. When confronted with danger, he grabs a rolling pin (treat it as a club) and defends himself. The door that leads outside is used
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
table in the introduction. 4E. Bell Tower Wooden pillars rise to meet the rafters 30 feet overhead, with the pitched roof rising higher, forming an 80-foot-tall bell tower with rafters of its own
Svardborg until her mate is freed (see “The Krigvind” section later in this chapter). 4F. Altar This 9-foot-tall block of ice has dwarf skulls and bones within it, and its top is covered with frozen
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
, tensions are rising because of the influence of Demogorgon, and the characters have many opportunities to participate in events unfolding in the city. At the end of each long rest, roll a d20; on a roll of
similar to the ones worn by the characters in Velkynvelve (see “Restraints” in chapter 1). Slaves d12 Slaves 1–2 2d4 human commoners 3–4 3d4 shield dwarf commoners 5–6 2d4 strongheart halfling commoners
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
hears energetic cursing ahead. Read or paraphrase the following text: Water rushes into the canyon ahead, rising swiftly. The sudden flooding has spurred creatures to seek higher ground—including a human
. Breakwater Landing serves as the town square and bartering place. A slate column marked with chalk serves as a community message board. End’s Odds. Run by Grandit “End” Pike (neutral good, hill dwarf
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
climb; on a failed check, the climber falls. The sobbing is from the townspeople in area J4. Historian’s Journal. Thorgran Ironquill, the dwarf historian the characters learned about in the previous
rumors of rising mind flayer activity beneath the Sword Mountains. The journal’s author plans to spy on a mind flayer stronghold called Illithinoch deep underground. The author hopes this information will
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
risk of significant decomposition. Carcasses. The carcasses include a normal octopus, two giant eels, a male dwarf, a male human, and eight lizardfolk. All are fresh or reasonably well preserved. The
dwarf and the human were part of Elmo’s adventuring party; their bodies have been stripped of gear. A character who makes a successful DC 14 Intelligence (Investigation) or Wisdom (Medicine) check
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
-king’s attention. After meeting with the clan elders, “Harnoth” demands a private audience with the adventurers in his throne hall. In the presence of three elders (LG male shield dwarf nobles armed with
warhammers instead of rapiers) and four bodyguards (LG male and female shield dwarf guards armed with warhammers instead of spears), the king asks the characters to attack Ironslag, a fire giant
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
to the marshes formed by the thawing soil, and reindeer calves fill out the herds that diminished in the winter. Reghed nomads follow the reindeer herds as they migrate across Icewind Dale, and dwarf
impatient waiting for that day to come. Llorkh Human and dwarf prospectors founded the mining town of Llorkh on the eastern shore of the Grayflow River. When the Zhents first began running trade along the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
feet and rising 30 feet above the river’s surface. Constructed of heavy basalt blocks, the bridge’s piers are plated with iron. B2: Gatehouse Two mighty towers of black stone flank the fortress’s iron
. The iron chests are unlocked. Each chest contains ten spare sets of plain, dwarf-sized clothing. One chest also holds a small black pouch containing two eight-sided obsidian dice (50 gp) and a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
, rising to a vent in the cave ceiling. The water itself sparkles with an inviting, tranquil glow.
The hot spring has magical restorative properties that were used by the ancient duergar who inhabited the
ashen husk of a gray-skinned dwarf. All three pantomime metalwork in eerie synchronization. As they turn toward you, they brandish sharp chunks of black rock. With gasping, angry cries, the figures surge
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
battle against monsters invading from the Underdark. Close inspection shows that the wall carvings depict a dwarf slaughtering minotaurs and grimlocks. The name Hendrel Foebreaker is inscribed in the
benefit from this effect only once per day. F11. Foot of the Obelisk This cavern is a vertical shaft. Rising up the shaft is a black stone obelisk, twenty feet on a side, with a stone staircase
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
overseeing the city watch and the conduct of commerce in the city The Master of Guilds, Boldor Steelshield (N male shield dwarf noble), representing the merchants of Everlund, who is prone to hyperbole and
. The current members are Tharkus Gromm (NE male shield dwarf thug) of Hammaver House; Darva (NG female dragonborn mage) of the Silver Triangle; and Zalaron Daska (N male Tethyrian human veteran) of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
contain walled-in shrines with steps leading up to them. Tangled mushrooms and roots have extended beyond a central garden to cover every visible surface.
Rising from the garden is a staircase that
ruffians in leather armor play cards at one table, while two town guards eat at the bar and chat with the dwarf bartender. All eyes turn to you as the door opens.
This area is used as a mess hall for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
staircase circles the interior, rising to the now-opened rooftop that allows the dragon easy access to its new home. Heavy wooden beams and stair supports crisscross the tower interior. Venomfang does
. The axe’s creator was a dwarf smith who feuded with the dryads of a forest where he cut firewood. Whoever carries the axe feels uneasy whenever he or she travels through a forest. Awarding Experience
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
dwarf spy), a retired adventurer on the Black Network’s payroll, runs the Sleeping Dragon and keeps an eye on the activities of the City Guard and any Lords’ Alliance members that come through. Anyone
-ranking wizard) to send messages and aid to Rassalantar. Rauvin Mountains This purple-hued mountain range has peaks rising to heights of seven and eight thousand feet. Orcs live here in seemingly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Amun Sa ran out of food. Marc Moureau Diagram 5.2: Dome of Flight View Player Version P42: East Kitchen A dwarf skeleton with a cleaver lodged in its chest lies on a wooden table in this dusty, long
priests of Amun Sa ran out of food. Ceiling Passageway. Characters who look closely at the cracks in the ceiling see a rough-hewn tunnel rising from one of the larger cracks. The tunnel winds its way to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
much of lower-ranking students, including waking early to be sure the master has food upon rising, or staying awake while the master sleeps to create something the master will need (or will judge) upon
absence of both Annam and a worldly emperor, storm giants recognize no higher authority. Human, elf, and dwarf kings, liches, grand sorcerers and wizards — all might amass what they consider great power
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
trust earlier, you can use these visitors to spur the plot forward. Hostel Visitors d4 Visitor 1 Jurgen and Gorvis, two dwarf men, have been happily married for a century. They’ve come to the tower
consequence (no check required). T22: Observatory This rooftop observatory is surrounded by a decorative lattice of metal strips and glass panes, rising to create a dome atop the tower. A chair with a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
dark clouds churns below. A marble tower rising from the maelstrom is encircled by seven turrets. Four stone staircases extend from the outer areas of the palace to the tower, each one part of a
room, an elderly dwarf in gray robes, with spectacles resting on the tip of his bulbous nose, sits perfectly still behind a writing desk facing the door. The dwarf’s quill is dipped halfway into an