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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
, this gloom is more than most visitors can stand. The “Shadowfell Despair” rule earlier in this chapter can be used to represent a visitor’s despair. Optional Rule: Vile Transformation At the end of each
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
L6. Rocking Horse The door to area L11 is locked, and Granny Nightshade has the only key (see “Skabatha’s Ring of Keys” earlier in the chapter). If Skabatha has been forced to flee Loomlurch on her
into the unicorn Elidon, who appears at full health. Elidon is happy to repay the characters for their heroism but is equally eager to return to his mate, Lamorna (see “Wayward Pool” earlier in the
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
to the next. There’s no hard-and-fast rule about how long to spend on each character’s activity, but make sure no one is waiting for their turn for too long. You can build tension in an exploration
something during exploration, you decide whether that action requires an ability check to determine success (as described in the earlier “Resolving Outcomes” section). Certain situations might call
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
). If the characters offer the bullywugs nothing in return for their help, the bullywugs take no offense. They don’t expect foreigners to honor the rule of reciprocity (see “Rules of Conduct” earlier in the chapter).
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
franchise’s staff can undertake. See the “Franchise Advancement” section earlier in this chapter. (This limit is only for franchise tasks undertaken by staff. The characters are free to undertake
of a franchise’s task slots are filled, one of those tasks must be completed before staff can be allocated to a new franchise task. (The one exception to this rule is the running a franchise activity
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
. In this dark comedy, three sailors, shipwrecked in the ocean, cling to a coffin. 4 The Lich King’s Revel. A lich king cannot decide which of his three living sons should rule his kingdom, so he throws
before Endelyn and says to her, “Your guests have arrived.” The hag doesn’t waste time with pleasantries (see “Bargaining with Endelyn” earlier in the chapter) and prefers to remain on her balcony. If
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
of the boxes where Cradlefall might be found (see “Skabatha’s Minions” earlier in the chapter). Tea with Granny Nightshade. Characters who arrange a meeting with Granny Nightshade through Chucklehead
crunching leaves. “Let’s have some tea.”
Skabatha Nightshade (see appendix B) obeys the rule of hospitality (see “Rules of Conduct” in chapter 2) and presents herself as a kind host who is keen to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
. Avernus is a boulder-strewn desolation where fiery comets streak across the sky and devil aristocrats rule from dismal iron fortresses. The River Styx saws a jagged course through Avernus’s basalt cliffs
beneath a roiling cloud of flies. Asmodeus recently reinstated the fallen angel Zariel as the Archduchess of Avernus, reversing an earlier decision that allowed a pit fiend named Bel to take the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
learning, but the preeminent academy for philosophers and mages is the Dekatia. Students who display remarkable promise over the course of their earlier education can go on to spend up to ten years in
attempted to cast off the archon’s rule, each was crushed by his armies of giants, leonin, and other fearsome creatures. So, when the heroes Kynaios and Tiro sought to inspire an uprising, few flocked to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
points. Her attack with the spear is +2 to hit for 1d6 piercing damage. Her husband is down to 2 hit points from an earlier fight. The children move at speed 20. They can be carried, but a character
. Alternatively, if you are using the milestone experience rule, the characters reach 2nd level once they arrive at the keep.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
hit points. Her attack with the spear is +2 to hit for 1d6 piercing damage. Her husband is down to 2 hit points from an earlier fight. The children move at speed 20. They can be carried, but a character
keep, characters earn a bonus of 50 XP per nonplayer character (NPC) brought alive into the keep. Divide this bonus equally among the party members. Alternatively, if you are using the milestone experience rule, the characters reach 2nd level once they arrive at the keep.
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
. Avernus is a boulder-strewn desolation where fiery comets streak across the sky and devil aristocrats rule from dismal iron fortresses. The River Styx saws a jagged course through Avernus’s basalt cliffs
beneath a roiling cloud of flies. Asmodeus recently reinstated the fallen angel Zariel as the Archduchess of Avernus, reversing an earlier decision that allowed a pit fiend named Bel to take the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
” below), she leads the party to her audience chamber (area M18) and conducts negotiations there. If the hag deems their performance unsatisfactory, she doesn’t feel bound by the rule of reciprocity
(see “Rules of Conduct” in chapter 2) to grant them an audience. FEY TO THE RESCUE!
If the characters helped the korreds and brigganocks settle their differences earlier in the chapter, they offer to
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Borderlands Quest: Goblin Trouble
Tips for Dungeon Masters Rule 0. Rule 0 of D&D is simple: Have fun. It’s fine if everyone agrees to change the rules as long as doing so means the game is more fun for everyone. Be Supportive. The
the DM calls for a d20 roll. (See the "D20 Tests" section earlier in this document.) This roll, plus its modifiers, determines whether the character succeeds or fails. What does success or failure
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Borderlands Quest: Dagger Danger!
Tips for Dungeon Masters Here are some general tips for new Dungeon Masters. Rule 0. Rule 0 of D&D is simple: Have fun. It’s fine if everyone agrees to change the rules as long as doing so means the
to success or failure. That’s when the DM calls for a d20 roll. (See the D20 Tests section earlier in this document.) This roll, plus its modifiers, determines whether the character succeeds or fails
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
” earlier in the chapter). Roll on the Wanted Posters table to determine which poster it is, and record this information on the Story Tracker. Characters who announce their arrival hear an old man
deeds behind me and my ill-gotten gains to good use. She cursed me to dwell forever in this cave, spinning my gold into useful items for anyone who comes my way.”
In accordance with the rule of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
a human skull resting on an open rolltop desk.
Skabatha Nightshade spends part of her day here (see Where’s Skabatha? earlier in the chapter); if present, she is seated at the writing desk and
Seelie and Unseelie courts. (Volumes 3 and 8 are missing from Skabatha’s collection and can be found in chapter 4.) Three Rules to Rule By is a thin, dog-eared book that describes the rules of hospitality
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
treats visitors as honored guests in accordance with the rule of hospitality (see “Rules of Conduct” earlier in the chapter), but he expects a measure of kindness in return. If a fight breaks out
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
suspects he’s lying. Emad misses the time before Atash’s rule when the bazaar was packed with shoppers from faraway lands. That was before Atash’s stringent edicts limited visitors to the city. A character
seek out the room, the sound of something shattering inside reveals the room before they leave. Two of the Ashen Heir mages who shook down local merchants earlier in the day have returned. When the
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
(Animal Handling) check. The carnival’s mood rises by 1 step (see “Tracking Mood” earlier in the chapter) if a character succeeds on this check. If the characters fail to rescue the dwarf, he tumbles from
or what has become of Prismeer or its archfey ruler; it thinks the domain is still thriving under Zybilna’s rule.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
affecting the dragon’s challenge rating (as noted under “Customizing Dragons” earlier in this chapter). Likewise, if you use the Monster Manual variant rule to make dragons innate spellcasters, you could
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
L4. Workshop The doors to areas L3 and area L7 are closed but not locked. The door to area L5 is locked, and Granny Nightshade has the only key (see “Skabatha’s Ring of Keys” earlier in the chapter
something in return, such as fresh milk or some other tasty treat. (“It’s the rule of recip—… recip—… give-and-get,” he says.) Boggles. Three boggles (see appendix C) lurk in the shadows, intending to play
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
prefer to dwell underground. Many gold dwarves live their lives without seeing the sun. Surrounded by the artistry and wealth that earlier generations have drawn from the earth, they are accustomed to
crafters, and that clan continues to rule despite its increasingly autocratic policies. Although the subservient clans continue to perform their traditional roles in the hierarchy, they have largely
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
” earlier in the chapter). The walls of this hall are illustrated with painted panels depicting a starry sky. The paintings show what a viewer would see while looking out through a set of windows into
tower and the staircases suspended above it. P13. Court of Storms The double door on the stone balcony between this area and area P22 is sealed with a lion crown lock (see “Crown Locks” earlier in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
different types of terrain. You can adjust these DCs based on the specific terrain features and the nature of what the characters are trying to find, using the guidelines for setting DCs earlier in this
can rule that tracking is impossible. Use the Search DC column of the Travel Terrain table as a starting point for setting the DC for tracking. If you prefer, you can choose a DC based on your
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
convey information that the players might have missed earlier in the story. A random encounter occurs whenever you want one to. To determine what the characters find, roll a d8 and consult the Random
talk of Prismeer.” She speaks about Zybilna reverently, though her tone remains morose. Staying at the Inn. Tsu offers free beds, hot meals, and slices of delicious plum pie to her guests, but the rule
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
a lion crown lock (see “Crown Locks” earlier in the chapter). This thirty-foot-high balcony overlooks the banquet hall. A harpsichord decorated with painted panels is situated at one end of the
lock (see “Crown Locks” earlier in the chapter). Broken oil burners, grimy glassware, and jars of pickled fungus clutter this ruined laboratory. A beanstalk as long and thick as a constrictor snake
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
unconscious and currently has 5 hit points remaining. After getting the information she needed from Germaine, Garra knocked her out using oil of taggit (see “Caden d’Orien” earlier in this adventure). A
attacks the characters on sight, using her Luring Song to bring them to her if they flee. T7. Graffiti Hall This stone hall is covered in graffiti. Crude paintings and phrases such as “TYRANTS RULE!” and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
to Lord Dagult Neverember. After being ousted from his position as Open Lord of Waterdeep, Neverember took up the mantle of Lord Protector of Neverwinter. The citizens of Neverwinter accepted the rule
of an autocrat who brought peace and stability to a fractious city. With the foundation of his rule solidly established, Lord Neverember cracked down on the nobility and the guilds, whom the lower
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
worlds. Cult of the Dragon Founded in Faerûn, the Cult of the Dragon was based on a mistranslated prophecy that “dead dragons shall rule the world entire.” For most of its history, the cult has focused on
between worlds whenever a dragon embraces undeath (see “Undeath” earlier in this chapter), the cult’s influence has been tremendous. In recent years, Tiamat has worked through a young member of the Cult
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
his rescuers until he’s clear of Bavlorna’s cottage, at which point he thanks the characters and bids them adieu. Then, suddenly remembering the rule of reciprocity (see “Rules of Conduct” earlier in
escape, Bavlorna attacks the darkling elder and tries to swallow her. Then, adhering to the rule of reciprocity (see “Rules of Conduct” earlier in the chapter), Bavlorna agrees to negotiate with the characters even if they have not yet performed any chores for her.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
gift with us.
“He cannot die, for he has sequestered his life elsewhere. Nafik is now second only to the gods themselves. He alone has claim on the rule of Bakar.”
P45: North Priesthood Cells
Upper Priesthood Encounters table (detailed earlier in this section) to determine what creatures arrive to investigate the noise. Trapdoor. A hidden, 10-foot-wide trapdoor sits between the compass rose
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
over forcibly for a season or a few months at a time by bandits or Uthgardt, and a few overgrown remnants of the ancient elven kingdom of Rilithar. Whalebones Petty, warmongering kings rule over the
child from the Blue Bear tribe (see the “Uthgardt” section earlier in this chapter). He is hiding in the inn’s hearth, and characters who have a passive Wisdom (Perception) score of 12 or higher spot
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
fanatics. The alhoon can describe each fanatic (as mentioned in “Mind Flayer Fanatics” section earlier), but Oshundo doesn’t regard them very highly. Fanatics’ Problem. The fanatics retreated to the
all those who spring from it, including mind flayers and those warped by the realm. Unappreciated Scholar. Duoro considers himself the equal of the mind flayer fanatics who rule Illithinoch. If the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
shelter behind its walls. Random Encounters When in this region, use the Random Encounters in Icewind Dale table instead of the Random Wilderness Encounters table earlier in this chapter. Random
ground, each of its fingers a tower with many peering windows. Five High Captains rule the city. Each one is a glorified pirate lord who controls a fleet of longships. The five fleets serve many