dwarven inner are before

Undercroft

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

Keeps were built by adventurers who explored the ruins of Besilmer, an ancient dwarven kingdom. Each one sits on or near an entrance to underground dwarven ruins. The cults are here because of an

ancient drow shrine to the Elder Elemental Eye, which lies underneath Tyar-Besil, one of the last dwarven strongholds of fallen Besilmer. All the cults fear the Elder Elemental Eye. Its symbol looks like

One for All: The Stronghold

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

concern of any stronghold is defense, but older and prosperous strongholds can grow to become wondrous underground cities filled with generations of exquisite dwarven artisanship. Regardless of a

of art makes any stronghold a prime target for thieves and raiders. For that reason, the entrance to a stronghold doesn’t broadcast its presence by being a stellar example of dwarven stonework. The

The Path to Perfection

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

their lives to steady work, refining their skills and improving their inner selves while they transform rock and ore into wondrous creations. Lifetimes of Glorious Labor Dwarf artisans regard the

, routine, and safety. A mind not fully focused can’t give a task its proper attention. This rigidity in outlook, though a fundamental part of the dwarven psyche, can sometimes be a disadvantage

Areas of the Air Temple

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

dwarven city sprawl in the subterranean night. From somewhere within comes an agonized wail, followed by a breathless ramble of whimpering pleas. Then the whole city seems to join the chorus with the

the dwarven city. Beyond the open gates, an arched corridor zigzags past sturdy stone walls where arrow slits squint from every angle. At the far end of this murderous hallway stands the entrance to

Points of Interest

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

or killing of specific monsters or criminals. Dwarven Mine Dwarven prospectors have toiled in this new mine for the past three years. Soldiers from Keoland’s royal army are stationed here for security

towers spaced evenly around the perimeter. The inner area contains a small village with warehouses, workshops, and houses, all erected during the time when the excavation was beginning and enormous

Wedding Itinerary

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

. Despite how strong the doors and magic of the vaults are, the walls between adjacent vaults are relatively thin. Dealing 40 bludgeoning or force damage to an inner wall creates a hole wide enough for a

set the password they wish to use for the inner door. For the duration of the wedding, the inner door will remain open so that Gorat and Thoman can access the vaults. But Ironbeard explains that

Locations R - U

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

abandoned dwarven delve but those claimed by dragons. Star Mounts Cloaked in clouds and vaguely menacing, these mountains rise from the heart of the High Forest and are tall enough to be seen from

the area. Deep in the Starmetal Hills, a group of dwarves devoted to Marthammor Duin (the dwarven god of explorers, travelers, and outcasts) established the village of Twilight Tor, on the shores of a

Locations E - H

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

a circular, windowless room that contains a permanent teleportation circle, which high-ranking Harpers use to enter and leave the tower unseen (see the “Inner Circles” section at the end of this

was cleared to make room for a dwarven empire, which also faded from memory. The area is home to scores of hill giants and ettins, while the mountains in its center are claimed by copper dragons who

Areas of the Earth Temple

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

illustrates the great age of this dungeon. To the north, a long gallery leads to an arrow slit in the western wall. To the south, piles of rubble choke a small inner chamber. Half a dozen plain bedrolls and an

in the middle of the chamber, although most are crumbling heaps of red rubble now. This room was the main kitchen for the dwarven soldiers stationed in this part of Tyar-Besil. It is now the lair

Thundertree Areas

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

south is a ruined building that might have been a store or workshop. Webs stretch across the lane, from the building to the trees on the north side of the road. Two giant spiders hide on the inner walls

lightning bolt. Venomfang spends much of his time greedily admiring the loot. The dragon has barely noticed the most interesting item in its hoard. Beneath the coins is a rusty old battleaxe of dwarven

Crypt of the Talhund Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

the next room. The clay golem ultimately drove off the mind flayers, but not before the mind flayers stole most of the dwarven relics kept here. The headless skeleton is a mind flayer’s, and any

. Rivibiddel believes the entire crypt is filled with deadly dangers. Emerald. The massive emerald Rivibiddel seeks is likely hidden in an inner sanctum, as befits Dumathoin’s lore. Secret doors are

Locations on the Entrance Level

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6

gold rings, one of which is a ring of protection. The others are ordinary rings worth 50 gp each. If the treasure is touched before the trap is disabled, a poison needle shoots from the inner side of

dwarf has a soft bed, a small stand, a table and chair, a cabinet, two iron chests, and an arming rack. His dwarven plate and +1 shield (AC 20, or AC 23 with his shield) are laid on the rack near the

Illithinoch Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

oculorb, which lairs in area L7.) 4 A mind flayer wearing a scarlet robe with a high collar directs a battle in a long, descending hall lined with dwarven statues (area T2 of Talhundereth in chapter 6

them, but the Dissonant Psyche is master of them all. Treasure. A robe in the armoire has two identical-looking potions in an inner pocket. One is a potion of growth and the other is a potion of

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