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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
5. Inner Forest A thorough exploration of this part of the forest reveals several items of note: Litter. The forest is strewn with rusty weapons, burnt torch stubs, empty bottles, and other worthless
after a humanoid Wyllow has killed.)
General features of the forest are summarized in the “Forest Features” sidebar. Characters who engage in wanton destruction are accosted by several creatures
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
: Creatures. Not every adversary wants to engage in mortal combat. Certain creatures might delight in a battle of wits. The reward for answering a creature’s riddle might be a small treasure, a bit of
confounding curio during short rests or while traveling. Sand-combing adventurers might find an incomprehensible message in a bottle that, when decoded, reveals itself to be a treasure map. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
occupant eventually fade from view and don’t reappear. Whirlwyrm Spotted A giant splash reveals another whirlwyrm (use the giant crocodile stat block) swimming near the characters. If sailing characters
want to sneak by the creature, they must succeed on a DC 10 group Dexterity (Stealth) check, or the monster notices them and attacks. If the characters engage the creature in combat, they’re delayed in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
edge of Doomspace in 21 days. Bonding with the Crew As they travel to Doomspace, the characters can engage with other crew members. Commodore Krux, Grimzod Gargenhale, and Topolah are particularly fun
the ante. The rules are as follows: Each player chooses any number of d6s and shakes them in a cup. Everyone rolls and reveals their dice at the same time. The player with the highest total wins, but
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
reveals that Korvala isn’t being entirely truthful. To avoid making a scene, she invites characters who see through her lies back to the Amberdune Pack's hideout as long as they are willing to talk
, the jackalweres don’t notice that they’re being followed. If they do notice the characters, they hurry to alert Korvala but don’t engage unless the characters do so first. See “Roleplaying the Jackalweres” below for more information.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
precariously askew, proclaiming this to be the Blood on the Vine tavern. The tavern building is about 60 feet square. Close inspection of the sign reveals that it originally read “Blood of the Vine.” (An
to engage them in conversation and provide useful information. They suggest that the characters visit Madam Eva (see chapter 2, area G) to have their fortunes read.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
the venerable human archmage about the demonic incursion, Elminster reveals that the demonic incursion was the unintended result of a spell cast by Gromph Baenre, a former Archmage of Menzoberranzan
Stonespeaker Hgraam (see chapter 4, “Gracklstugh”) treats the characters as spirits and asks them philosophical questions about the nature of dreams. If the characters engage him in conversation, he bids
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
reveals that no one else, dead or alive, is inside. No remains can be found in the barn. Selwyn relates as much he can remember about what happened before he was beaten to unconsciousness. If the
characters include him in any discussion of following the wagon tracks, he insists on going with them. Otherwise, he frantically looks around for any clue that reveals what happened to her and the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
him to grow a disfigured second head. A successful DC 12 Wisdom (Insight) check reveals that the giant is crazed and terrified. Use the stone giant stat block with the following modifications: The
, the guards and assisting citizens bring down the stone giant with few casualties. If the characters are prisoners under escort when the giant attacks, the guards who engage the giant are their escort
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
while the drow are holding their young (see area 2c). Although initially fearful, the troglodytes engage with the characters in an attempt to turn them against the drow. They promise treasure in exchange
Door. A seam in the rock wall reveals a secret swivel door covered with oily troglodyte secretions. Anything that touches the oily door carries the mildly revolting stench of troglodytes for 1 hour or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
her from the conflicts of Faerûn, and she came of age with a tender and fragile disposition. Eventually her parents decided it was time for their daughter to engage in elven society, and they brought
to her. Traits. No one can deny Aerisi’s grace, but she also possesses a violent temper that reveals itself whenever she is denied what she wants. Aerisi is prone to flights of fancy and impulsive
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
engage with Tel’zact and Yeluit, the mind flayers propose a deal. With the aid of their detect thoughts spells, the illithids have learned that Al’chaia keeps a manual of gainful exercise and a tome of
githyanki in area 30 investigate. A detect magic spell reveals an aura of divination magic around each green crystal. Whenever a cell door is opened, the crystal above the doorway to that cell goes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
, and can question them with appropriate Charisma checks or roleplaying. Scouting around the area also reveals the odd sight of an unconscious bugbear wrapped up in a floral print dress. Approaching
characters can engage the gnolls head-on or attempt to take them out stealthily. Because the mercenaries are on edge, they can be easily distracted by a fire, recruiting NPCs to draw them off
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
make sure those other players have an opportunity to join in the fun. Players who like exploring and storytelling are usually amenable to roleplaying, as long as it moves the campaign forward and reveals
. The second approach works better for players who need encouragement to engage in a roleplaying scenario.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
cooked up with cheese are delicious.
— Jim Darkmagic
The Hard Way The characters are free to engage Raah in battle. It has a lot of pent-up rage these days, and is happy to have someone to direct
sincere in their attempts to engage the deep crow, you can decide that successful roleplaying and a reasonable number of successful ability checks let them gain Raah’s trust. On a badly failed check or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
that find the manticore can engage it in battle.
If the knights find the manticore first, they blow their horns so that other groups can pinpoint the knights’ location and join the battle in 1d6
unwittingly reveals part of the knights’ secret. Indoctrinated by the air cult, Savra’s heart and mind belong to Yan-C-Bin. If the characters defeat the cult and destroy Windvane, Savra is freed from prince’s influence and returns to her senses.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
the top of the statue reveals a star-shaped indentation on the back of its head. Those who have seen the gold lever in area 61 recognize the lever’s star-shaped handle as a perfect match. If the lever
devils Round 4: Two barbed devils Round 5: One horned devil Round 6: One erinyes If the characters try to strike a bargain with the devils, only the erinyes is willing to engage them — but it demands
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
initial volley of boulders. Their job is to distract the town’s defenders and engage enemy archers in melee combat. The axe beaks act on the orcs’ initiative count. Rules for mounted combat can be found
adamantine ring can, with a successful DC 15 Intelligence (Arcana) check, determine that it was once part of some kind of enormous construct. Casting a detect magic spell on the fragment reveals a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
shines from its highest window.
A detect magic spell cast here reveals an aura of abjuration magic. Runes cover every inch of this tower’s exterior. A glyph for the symbol (insanity) spell is hidden
drifts through its broken doors.
A detect magic spell cast here reveals an aura of conjuration magic. The tower’s interior is ruined but surprisingly clean, thanks to permanent unseen servant
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
or raised. The true monster of the mine reveals itself M7. Bucket Lift Landing The mechanism creaks as the bucket lift descends to the floor of a small cave where two dusty tunnels lead in opposite
speaks only Common. If the characters engage Trex in conversation, he makes a proposition: “The everlasting winter has made the wilderness unsafe for my kind, and the preternatural cold dulls our wits
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
left boot. Three guards are stationed atop each tower—twelve duergar in total. One guard on each tower is secretly loyal to Grandolpha Muzgardt (see “The Muzgardt Conspiracy”). If the characters engage
contains a large, beating heart. A successful DC 15 Intelligence (Arcana) check reveals that the heart belongs to a red dragon and is clearly kept alive by magic. The forge grants the heart three
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
likely to hear the characters if they engage in combat in this area or are otherwise noisy. Unless the characters are purposefully quiet and stealthy, the single smuggler beyond the northern secret
. Examining the table closely reveals a concealed drawer that contains the spellbook the alchemist used when he was alive. The book’s contents include dancing lights, comprehend languages, Tenser’s floating disk, and shatter. The chemical apparatus on the bench is worth 20 gp.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
conditions, the one who met the most conditions will suffice. Alternatively, the characters can engage in a contest of Charisma checks (highest wins) to determine whom Bimz bonds with. Treasure. A
Punketah, the deck wizard. On a peg behind the door hangs a maroon robe, of no particular value. Examining the boots in combination with a successful DC 12 Wisdom (Perception) check reveals a small
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
intruders are enemies. He’s calculating enough to engage in conversation, trying to learn what the characters are capable of and why they’re here. Bastian tries to convince the characters to go after
his demise. She honors no such deal. In combat, Vanifer commands the elementals to engage the characters while she casts spells. If the fight seems to be going badly, Vanifer flees to the shaft (area
compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Legends of Greyhawk: Secrets of the Free City
Spy Master), a member of the Thieves’ Guild and an information broker. Onaivu is Indifferent toward the party. A character who takes the Influence action can attempt to engage Onaivu, making a DC 12
quick look around the 60-foot-wide, 70-foot-long structure reveals a short door in the back, sized for a small creature. Newer than the rest of the warehouse, the door features three dark knots in a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Intelligence (Arcana) check made to read the portal’s magic reveals that the way forward is blocked except to those with experience using the portal network. The characters must pass through three other
their story. Fortunately, Dagdra is open to reconsidering her life choices and allegiances — and is having a really bad day. If the characters agree to help her complete her tasks, she reveals the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
to confine the stirges on the other side. (She calls the stirges her “little stingies” and occasionally captures one to use in her potions and brews.) Burdug orders her two followers to engage
. Inspecting the small room behind the door reveals the full extent of the trap’s counterweight mechanism, as well as a system of pipes that connect the spouts to two 20-gallon copper drums (containing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
Guardian in the trophy cave (area D16). Once Gelida has a good rapport with the characters, she reveals that her conjurer controlled the guardian with a magic amulet. The guardian and Finkleton are now
a few feet. Inspection reveals the wall has a secret door currently standing ajar. When the door is shut, it is hidden (DC 18 to find). A creature that saw Shabblejaw disappear through the door has
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
can speak Common and Infernal, and it can communicate with any creature within 10 feet of itself telepathically. Its voice is a hissing whisper. It reveals that it can communicate only to a single
while other modrons cross along their backs. These modrons don’t defend themselves, but three nonaton modrons (see Morte’s Planar Parade) emerge from the marching throng and engage any creature that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
Wizard evoker (see appendix B), directs the brutal combat training here. Six Thayan warriors engage a dread warrior (see appendix B for both stat blocks) and seven skeletons. Lahnis orders the whole
ritual that uses this area’s magic to return soul-bound undead characters to life. If she is allowed to do so, Phaia flees the Doomvault. Aura. A detect magic spell reveals an aura of necromancy on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a1
glowing fungus reveals the eastern niche, which holds a pallet of matted furs, a wide wooden board on which a variety of weapons are affixed, and a great cloak of patchy black fur hung on a slender pole
. Interaction. When the characters arrive, Belak says loudly, “Hold a moment, you know not what you do!” If the characters engage him in conversation, he can share the following information: What are you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
faint runes etched among the ornate carvings on the lock. A subsequent DC 16 Intelligence (Arcana) check to study the runes reveals that they can emit a wave of transmutation magic throughout the room
plans to hurt him, the goblin relaxes. If the characters engage Gorkoh in conversation, he tells of how he and Caerhan came to these caverns in search of a lost shrine, and how Caerhan’s goal was to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
attempts to help him dig or play his music with, “I got Jitterjaws, so I don’t need you!” If the characters continue to engage with him after he has rebuffed them several times, Shalfi becomes convinced the
, emitted by organic nodules attached to the wall. A narrow rip in the far wall gapes like a wound and reveals a terrifying kaleidoscope of warped terrain.
A cloister of seven flumphs lives here. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
between them.
The statues that surround the top of the tower were sacrifices vitrified here to create a wall around the medusa. A successful DC 12 Wisdom (Perception) check reveals areas where the
coffin. But after endless years of undead incarceration, she sees the characters as potential servants, not foes. Priestly Bargaining. The high priest attempts to engage the characters as soon as they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
meditating, the creature can’t engage in any strenuous activity. If the short rest is interrupted, the attunement fails. Otherwise, at the end of the short rest, the creature becomes aware of the
can use ropes to pull it over with a successful DC 22 Strength (Athletics) check. Doing this breaks the statue and reveals a flooded, 15-foot-wide shaft that descends for 30 feet, then bends to the west