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Player’s Handbook
example, they call themselves sun or moon elves in the Forgotten Realms setting, Silvanesti and Qualinesti in the Dragonlance setting, and Aereni in the Eberron setting.
Wood Elves
Wood elves carry
shaped by it. Some drow individuals and societies avoid the Underdark altogether yet carry its magic. In the Eberron setting, for example, drow dwell in rainforests and cyclopean ruins on the continent of
Monsters
Lorwyn: First Light
of nature are beyond the ken of most mortal beings—untamable, primal, and awe inspiring.
In the realm of Lorwyn-Shadowmoor, these beings take the forms of chimeric behemoths that combine the
that wanders from Lorwyn to Shadowmoor or vice versa retains its core identity but might transform physically. An incarnation of hope in Lorwyn, for example, might resemble a giant dove with a lizard
Monsters
Lorwyn: First Light
—untamable, primal, and awe inspiring.
In the realm of Lorwyn-Shadowmoor, these beings take the forms of chimeric behemoths that combine the features of three or more creatures. In Lorwyn
retains its core identity but might transform physically. An incarnation of hope in Lorwyn, for example, might resemble a giant dove with a lizard’s tail and leonine legs; in Shadowmoor, this same
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
);{"diceNotation":"1d8+2", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Light Crossbow", "rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage.Derro slink through the subterranean realms, seeking places that are safe from
varies, depending on whatever foe the savants want to lead their people against, yet the essence of the story remains the same: a lesson of survival at any price and an example of how deceitfulness and cruelty can be virtues.
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Forgotten Realms: Heroes of Faerûn
Inspire Allies with Primal Tales
The College of the Moon traces its origins to the ancient druidic circles of the Moonshae Isles, who entrusted the first Bards of this tradition with chronicling the
stories of the islands and their people. Bards of this college draw from the isles’ fey magic and the primal power of the moonwells to bolster their allies, protect the natural world, and inspire their bardic works.
Instrument of the Bards
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Magic Items
Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
An instrument of the bards is an exquisite example of its kind, superior to an ordinary instrument in every way. Seven types of these instruments exist, each named after a legendary bard college. The
classes
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
venturing into the encroaching darkness to ensure that the dark is a comfort, not a terror.
Twilight Deities
Example Deity
Pantheon
Boldrei
Eberron
Celestian
Greyhawk
Dol
Arrah
Eberron
Helm
Forgotten Realms
Ilmater
Forgotten Realms
Mishakal
Dragonlance
Selûne
Forgotten Realms
Yondalla
Halfling
Monsters
Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
embodies the flow of magic from inspiration into artistic expression, whether through physical form or another sensory medium. His magic draws on primal energy—such as flame, lightning, and the
tides—and weaves them into spectacles both beautiful and deadly.
Galazeth founded Prismari College to ensure that the study of magic wouldn’t ever be relegated to pure practicality. His
classes
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
chaotic multiverse.
Order Deities
Example Deity
Pantheon
Aureon
Eberron
Bane
Forgotten Realms
Majere
Dragonlance
Pholtus
Greyhawk
Tyr
Forgotten Realms
Wee Jas
Greyhawk
Monsters
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
endeavors outside Mechanus, with the most notable example being the Great Modron March. Hextons have solid frames that bristle with six shining flanges. They boast a pair of arms and tentacles, both of
, maintaining order in Mechanus and the realms beyond. For more information on modrons, see the Monster Manual.Lightning, Psychic
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
spellcasting ability (spell save DC 12):
At will: mage hand, message, prestidigitation
1/day each: invisibility, sleep, spider climbDerro slink through the subterranean realms, seeking places that are
this legend varies, depending on whatever foe the savants want to lead their people against, yet the essence of the story remains the same: a lesson of survival at any price and an example of how deceitfulness and cruelty can be virtues.
classes
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
chaotic multiverse.
Order Deities
Example Deity
Pantheon
Aureon
Eberron
Bane
Forgotten Realms
Majere
Dragonlance
Pholtus
Greyhawk
Tyr
Forgotten Realms
Wee Jas
Greyhawk
classes
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
venturing into the encroaching darkness to ensure that the dark is a comfort, not a terror.
Twilight Deities
Example Deity
Pantheon
Boldrei
Eberron
Celestian
Greyhawk
Dol
Arrah
Eberron
Helm
Forgotten Realms
Ilmater
Forgotten Realms
Mishakal
Dragonlance
Selûne
Forgotten Realms
Yondalla
Halfling
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Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
’ magic aids those who are driven to fight for the way of peace.
Peace Deities
Example Deity
Pantheon
Angharradh
Elven
Berronar Truesilver
Dwarven
Boldrei
Eberron
Cyrrollalee
Halfling
Eldath
Forgotten Realms
Gaerdal Ironhand
Gnomish
Paladine
Dragonlance
Rao
Greyhawk
classes
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
’ magic aids those who are driven to fight for the way of peace.
Peace Deities
Example Deity
Pantheon
Angharradh
Elven
Berronar Truesilver
Dwarven
Boldrei
Eberron
Cyrrollalee
Halfling
Eldath
Forgotten Realms
Gaerdal Ironhand
Gnomish
Paladine
Dragonlance
Rao
Greyhawk
Monsters
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
primal evil power before other yugoloths or that they come from an epoch before the current manifestation of the planes. Baernaloths refuse to say, but most obsess over secrets and obscene lore regarding
while, baernaloths are disturbingly detached, observing their victims’ agony without emotion.A Baernaloth’s Lair
Whether in the hopeless realms of Hades or on the rare occasion they lurk
Monsters
The Book of Many Things
Euryale’s story and unwavering conviction.
These medusas are divinely empowered champions, drawing their power from a cosmic truth, the will of a deity, or the primal forces of nature. They
a surface such as a ceiling with no way to remain there (for example, sufficient handholds), it falls at the end of this movement.
Regional Effects
The region containing a medusa’s lair is
Acolyte
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Basic Rules (2014)
, from the Forgotten Realms setting. Were you a lesser functionary in a temple, raised from childhood to assist the priests in the sacred rites? Or were you a high priest who suddenly experienced a call
particular hero of my faith, and constantly refer to that person’s deeds and example.
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I can find common ground between the fiercest enemies, empathizing with them and always working toward
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
3rd Filled with a rage that channels the primal magic of the storm Barbarian Path of the Zealot 3rd Fueled by a religious zeal that visits destruction on foes Bard College of Glamour 3rd Wields the
beguiling, glorious magic of the Feywild Bard College of Swords 3rd Entertains and slays with daring feats of weapon prowess Bard College of Whispers 3rd Plants fear and doubt in the minds of others
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Primal Paths Barbarians in the Forgotten Realms have the following Primal Path options, in addition to those in the Player’s Handbook. Reghed and Northlander barbarians tend to follow the Path of the Berserker, while Uthgardt barbarians are nearly always followers of the Path of the Totem Warrior.
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
creates a mystical bond between the giver and the receiver of a gift.
On some worlds, such bonds lead hobgoblins to form communities with deep ties to one another. In Eberron and the Forgotten Realms, vast
some rules in the game affect creatures of certain types in different ways. For example, the cure wounds spell doesn’t work on a Construct or an Undead.
Life Span
The typical life span of a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
The Elven Outlook The elves of the surface realms have a unique perspective on the workings of the world and their place in it that is a mixture of all the factors that shape their nature, dating back to the rift between the primal elves and Corellon in the time before time.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Unearthed Arcana
Forgotten Realms Subclasses January 28, 2025
In this new Unearthed Arcana document, we explore material designed for upcoming books, using rules from the 2024 Player’s Handbook. This playtest
presents revised subclasses for the Cleric (Knowledge Domain), Fighter (Purple Dragon Knight), and Wizard (Bladesinger), along with new subclasses for the Bard (College of the Moon), Paladin (Oath of the Noble Genies), Ranger (Winter Walker), Rogue (Scion of the Three), and Sorcerer (Spellfire Sorcery).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn
Realms history, the Realms lore experts at your table will enjoy recognizing the Easter eggs you’ve placed. The adventure in chapter 7 of this book, “The Lost Library of Lethchauntos,” is a good example
Experts at the Table Because the Forgotten Realms has such a long history and so many dedicated fans, it’s possible someone at your game table knows more about Faerûn than you do. This can be
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
Studies and Philosophy The curriculum of Witherbloom College focuses on various sciences, revolving around the life sciences. Biology, ecology, botany, chemistry, and related sciences combine with
the study and manipulation of the magical energy of the Positive Plane and the Negative Plane, the primal forces of life and death. Witherbloom’s curriculum shares some overlap with Quandrix’s analysis
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
Studies and Philosophy The studies undertaken within Quandrix College include mathematics, physics, logic, statistics, metaphysics, and various fields of theoretical magic. Students from the other
some significant overlap. Substance and Theory Quandrix’s two deans carry the titles Dean of Substance and Dean of Theory, reflecting the philosophical division within the college. Is mathematics a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Eberron and Dragonlance. Many of the nonhuman races worship the same gods on different worlds—Moradin, for example, is revered by dwarves of the Forgotten Realms, Greyhawk, and many other worlds.
D&D Pantheons Each world in the D&D multiverse has its own pantheons of deities, ranging in size from the teeming pantheons of the Forgotten Realms and Greyhawk to the more focused religions of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
tradition fell when the colleges went into decline, but some bards dream of restoring it. College of Fochlucan The original College of Fochlucan once stood on the northeastern edge of Silverymoon. Many years
, yielded a faculty able to revive the college, and the House of the Harp adopted the Fochlucan name once again. Most of its bards study and practice the methods of the College of Lore, as described
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
religious service. The Gods of the Multiverse section contains a sample pantheon, from the Forgotten Realms setting. Were you a lesser functionary in a temple, raised from childhood to assist the priests in
person’s deeds and example.
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I can find common ground between the fiercest enemies, empathizing with them and always working toward peace.
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I see omens in every event and action. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
to navigate opposing principles. For example, a student pursuing historical studies in Lorehold College might have one counselor who focuses on the unpredictable, war-filled chaos of historical reality
live on central campus after choosing a college, particularly if they pursue extensive studies in multiple colleges or work as resident advisers to first-year students. But most students move to
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Basic Rules (2014)
of Greyhawk and the Forgotten Realms, druidic circles are not usually connected to the faith of a single nature deity. Any given circle in the Forgotten Realms, for example, might include druids who
includes the worship of Nature as a primal force beyond personification, but also encompasses the worship of Beory, the Oerth Mother, as well as devotees of Obad-Hai, Ehlonna, and Ulaa.
In the worlds
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Bards Bards hold a special place of responsibility and respect in the Forgotten Realms. They are bearers of news, gossip, and messages in their travels from place to place, in addition to being
skalds are members of the College of Valor, as described in the Bard College class feature in the Player’s Handbook.
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Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
snippets of tunes I have overheard.
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I swim alongside ships sailing through my domain, just out of arrow range, so they know I am watching.
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I am fascinated by the politics of surface realms
.
As an example, map 5.14 depicts a topaz dragon’s lair in a seaside cavern, but it could be reimagined as a grotto in the side of a coral reef rising from a shelf on the ocean floor, with the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
example of Corellon’s wild, ever-shifting ways. As these primal reflections of Corellon changed their nature and defined themselves, they came to see Corellon and Lolth in new lights. They now viewed
all agree that the first elves emerged from the blood that Corellon shed. These primal elves were much akin to Corellon, not nearly as powerful but just as changeable and audacious. Splendid fey
Species
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
Centaurs gallop throughout the multiverse and trace their origins to many different realms. The centaurs presented here hail from the Feywild and mystically resonate with the natural world. From the
. These types don’t have rules themselves, but some rules in the game affect creatures of certain types in different ways. For example, the cure wounds spell doesn’t work on a Construct or an