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The Running Kirio is a rare bird of paradise with brilliant red plumage that appears only when an elder spirit is nearby. For the extremely
lucky forager, the running kirio bird may shed a tail feather with all its vigorous sprinting and hopping when heralding the manifestation of an elder spirit, but many of those tail feathers are
Monsters
Ghosts of Saltmarsh
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Rooooo-glog (1/Day). The croaker sings an ode to an elder froghemoth. Each bullywug within 30 feet of the croaker that can hear the song gains 10 temporary hit points.Some bullywugs are born with the
ability to weave magic into their songs. These rare specimens are raised in protected enclaves where they are taught to use their magic to both heal and harm. As demonstrated in Danger at Dunwater, they are among the most pompous of bullywugs.
Monsters
Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
sight, and allows him to see invisible creatures and objects, as well as into the Ethereal Plane, out to a range of 120 feet.
Halaster wields a blast scepter (a very rare magic item that requires
(save DC 16) without expending a spell slot.
Halaster also wears a horned ring (a very rare magic item that requires attunement), which allows an attuned wearer to ignore Undermountain’s magical
Tabaxi
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stories, artifacts, and lore. Those who survive this period of wanderlust return home in their elder years to share news of the outside world. In this manner, the tabaxi remain isolated but never ignorant
relics, magical items, and other rare objects. Aside from the power such items might confer, a tabaxi takes great joy in unraveling the stories behind their creation and the history of their use
Goliath
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the responsibility to earn a place in the tribe or die trying.
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Every day brings a new challenge to a goliath. Food, water, and shelter are rare in the uppermost mountain reaches. A
the one tasked with doing it.
A goliath’s nickname is a description that can change on the whim of a chieftain or tribal elder. It refers to a notable deed, either a success or failure
Gnome
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most have half a dozen or so. A gnome’s mother, father, clan elder, aunts, and uncles each give the gnome a name, and various nicknames from just about everyone else might or might not stick
, sometimes to the great annoyance of their adventuring companions.
ALWAYS APPRECIATIVE
It’s rare for a gnome to be hostile or malicious unless he or she has suffered a grievous injury. Gnomes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
terrifying creatures connected to an inscrutable Far Realm entity known as the Drought Elder. Horrified by their mistake, the Green Doctors scrambled to push back the eldritch creatures with a hastily
woven magical ward. Today, though Atagua is independent again, its magical ward has finally collapsed. The influence of the Drought Elder seeps in to Atagua once more. For years, this corruption has
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
insidious suggestions fail to take hold, an elder brain asserts its dominance more directly. It seizes control of a resistant mind and controls the creature’s body as it would a puppet. Against the rare
no eternal communion with an elder brain is possible. The road to lichdom offers a way to escape the permanency of death, but that path is long and solitary. Alhoons are mind flayers that use a
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Background As the adventure begins, Eberron’s sages note with interest that four planes will become coterminous with Eberron within the next several months — a rare occurrence even in the annals of
known as the Elder Elemental Eye (perhaps the Dragon Below, the Dreaming Dark, or the Lords of Dust), the four Elemental Princes assemble their cults as described in the adventure. Their goal isn’t
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
minute, ending the effect on itself on a success. ELDER EVILS
Exactly who or what the Elder Evils are remains in dispute among the rare sources of knowledge about them. Few creatures in the multiverse
Elder Evil Blessings Through generations of study and grim practice, the disciples of certain Elder Evils have mastered the ability to bestow supernatural gifts on minions they select for the
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn
Drannor. Fantasy roleplaying games boast many iconic epic plots. Perhaps your campaign antagonist wants to ascend to godhood; forge or obtain an Artifact; unleash a long-imprisoned Elder Evil; cause or
, but they don’t have a Cleric. The town might boast a sage who can answer questions or brew alchemical elixirs, but Wizards are rare. And the city guard might be led by a Warrior Veteran, but most of the
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
wandering tinkers and minstrels. These tabaxi work in small troupes, usually consisting of an elder, more experienced tabaxi who guides up to four young ones learning their way in the world. They travel in
intervening in their affairs as needed. Clerics of the Cat Lord are rare and typically access the Trickery domain.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
, a nautiloid is an incredibly rare sight. A colony in possession of one takes great care to keep it hidden, taking to the sky only out of necessity. Word of a nautiloid seen soaring through the air
an elder brain. The illithids have lost the secret of manufacturing nautiloids, meaning that the loss of any vessel brings them one step closer to remaining trapped on the Material Plane. Ships that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
building, many wearing distinctive green sashes.
An elder Green Doctor named Melecio (neutral good, elf archmage) steps from the crowd, with Nene perched on her shoulder. Melecio explains that the
coming dusk. At Melecio’s invitation, leaders from across Atagua are gathering to represent their people during this rare, important ritual. Melecio can also share details on the Green Doctors and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
from Corellon’s blood and were allowed to stay in his company. Although most elder elves become more serene, these rare folk spend the rest of their lives throwing themselves into dangerous situations
Elder Elves At some point during adulthood, the reverie of an elf’s trance is first interrupted by a new form of unbidden thought. This seemingly errant memory arises not from the elf’s personal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
. It opens as described in the “Illithinoch Features” section. Once the characters open this door and trigger its jarring mental pulse, the infected elder brain in area X15 takes notice of their
elder brain’s proximity magically creates the mucus that drips from the statue. The mucus is bland but nutritious, and oddly mentally fortifying; if the mind flayers here are on good terms with the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Neothelid A slime-covered worm of immense size, a neothelid is the result of the mind flayer reproductive cycle gone horribly wrong. On rare occasions, an illithid colony collapses, typically after
an external assault, and the elder brain is killed. When that happens, the colony’s tadpoles are suddenly freed from their fate. They no longer serve as food, and in turn are no longer fed by their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Bullywug Croaker Some bullywugs are born with the ability to weave magic into their songs. These rare specimens are raised in protected enclaves where they are taught to use their magic to both heal
end of its next turn.
Rooooo-glog (1/Day). The croaker sings an ode to an elder froghemoth. Each bullywug within 30 feet of the croaker that can hear the song gains 10 temporary hit points.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Intro to Stormwreck Isle
players invent their own reasons for their characters to seek out the wisdom and assistance of Elder Runara, who runs the cloister. Read the following text when you’re ready to start: Stormwreck Isle
—now visible off the bow—promises rare wonders. Seaweed shimmers in countless brilliant colors below you, and rays of sunlight defy the overcast sky to illuminate the lush grass and dark basalt rock of
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Rudolph’s curse and Erasmus’s unique nature prevents the elder van Richten from perceiving his son’s ghostly existence. Erasmus could have become a sorrowful bystander, but his unfaltering empathy and
the circle of kind souls in van Richten’s orbit have kept him engaged over the years. Erasmus is a unique spirit. His behavior and rare appearances mark him as a thoughtful, art-loving teenager. He
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
storytelling session is a rare treat for an outsider, for halfling elders can spin a yarn like no one else. A tale with all the trappings told by an elder can cause listeners to howl with laughter, long for
storytelling has another outlet, in the form of gatherings in which an elder holds court or several tale-tellers try to outdo one another as they pass on their experiences. Witnessing a halfling
Kobold
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of dragons — a view supported by their reptilian (they would say draconic) appearance. In every kobold tribe, the legend of the creatures’ origin is passed down from elder to hatchling
use for healing magic, and a sorcerer can meet most of the tribe’s other magic-related needs. Kobold shamans are very rare; priests of Kurtulmak, when they reveal themselves, are easily recognized
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
. Solitary mind flayers are likely rogues and outcasts. Most illithids belong to a colony of sibling mind flayers devoted to an elder brain — a massive brain-like being that resides in a briny pool
near the center of a mind flayer community. From its pool, an elder brain telepathically dictates its desires to each individual mind flayer within 5 miles of it, for it is able to hold multiple mental
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
valley, one spirit shone above all others. A rare beauty, who was called “perfection,” “joy,” and “treasure.” Her name was Tatyana, and I longed for her to be mine.
I loved her with all my heart. I
loved her for her youth. I loved her for her joy. But she spurned me! “Old One” was my name to her—“elder” and “brother” also. Her heart went to Sergei. They were betrothed. The date was set.
With
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
, organized with its own hierarchy and led by a designated elder. But clans extend beyond families, often adopting outsiders who take up permanent residence in the city-state. When people meet, they exchange
—whether for love or for social or political reasons, both of which are considered equally valid—they must choose which partner’s clan they will belong to after the union. In rare cases, a new couple
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
wizards. His expertise with magic gates allows him to travel far and wide to engage in magical research. He spends much of his time creating gates, moving them around, and casting elder runes on them
and objects, as well as into the Ethereal Plane, out to a range of 120 feet.
Halaster wields a blast scepter (a very rare magic item that requires attunement). It can be used as an arcane focus
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
in the din.
Visitors to the cloister are rare, and the kobolds’ curiosity is insatiable; they keep asking questions until the characters insist they stop. When the characters quiet the kobolds (or if
robe. She smiles as she draws near and extends her arms in greeting.
“Welcome to Dragon’s Rest,” she says. “May Bahamut’s guidance lead you to whatever you seek.”
This is Elder Runara, the leader
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
hidden features, acquiring rare maps, and using different modes of transportation in secure and clever ways. Noteworthy Cartographers: Rosie Beestinger (“C” Team), Brahma Lutier (“B” Team, retired
Rank Features
1 Proficiencies and Starting Equipment, It’s a Rental
2 Spyglass of Clairvoyance, Tale of Safe Travel
3 Map of Shortcuts, Map of the Moment
4 Elder
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
the monks are open to a few other possibilities: rare editions, books with a great deal of history tied to them, even tomes with insightful (or just interesting) notes scribbled in the margins have
scriptoria to facilitate the copying of books becoming worn, binderies to repair the same, and even magical storage that preserve rare books from any further decay or damage. I’ve never made a detailed study
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
monk when the characters enter this area. In either event, the devil’s elder monk bodyguards (see below) are ordered to strike with their exotic weapons, executing the errant monk while the Grand
successful check as if the character had cast the gate spell to open a gate to the Nine Hells. Treasure. The crown and scepter are crafted of rare metal alloys and set with jeweled crystalline buttons
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
starhorrors, and one aartuk elder (see Boo’s Astral Menagerie for their stat blocks). Dock 4. The Tarrasque, a space galleon, is crewed by four hadozee explorers, fifteen hadozee warriors (see Boo’s Astral
2,500 gp apiece or trade either one for a different rare magic item. If a creature other than Vocath touches any of the items on display, a mental alarm alerts Vocath, letting him know which object
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
; the ability to hear the call is a rare gift. Depending on Corellon’s need, the god might call a few dozen or several thousand elves to gather, each elf returning to Corellon’s body temporarily for
where carved or painted stars cover the ceiling of a cave. On the planes that have hosted one of these rare events, elf priests consecrate and maintain temples devoted to the Mysteries. Often these
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
secret about the odd tower: it’s a rare magic item from the Plane of Earth that seems to have been accidentally activated (Zoklork doesn’t know about the obelisk fragment). The mudslick tower’s command
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The Ilvaash Fanatics’ Mission. The mind flayer fanatics manipulated the insufferably arrogant Qunbraxel with vague promises to bring Qunbraxel into their inner circle. Cut off from any elder brain
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
. Vaal. The cloud giant count is easily swayed by bribes. If the character making the check offers to give him a rare magic item, a spellbook, or nonmagical treasure worth a total of 10,000 gp or more
. The coral itself isn’t valuable. Several of the giants carry treasure as well: Mirran, the elder storm giantess, wears a gold-inlaid conch shell headdress (worth 750 gp). Nym, the younger storm
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
inherited the business from her father, who was a respected town elder, but she hasn’t yet been approached for membership in the Believers. 11. Jalessa Ornra, Butcher Next door to Drouth’s Fine
that begin to smell of death are taken out back and opened. If they contain dead bodies (rare, but it happens), Aerego burns them without a word to the constable or anyone else. Key NPCs. Aerego is a