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Elf

Species Player’s Handbook

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

Xen’drik. High Elves High elves have been infused with the magic of crossings between the Feywild and the Material Plane. On some worlds, high elves refer to themselves by other names. For

Iarno “Glasstaff” Albrek

Monsters Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

,” and referring to sordid acts such as kidnapping or arson as “that unpleasant little business” or “those unfortunate events.” He may refer to the characters as his &ldquo

;honored guests,” and expresses regret that he cannot provide suitable entertainment for the occasion of their visit. Beneath his genteel demeanor, however, Glasstaff is just as violent and

Acolyte Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

particular hero of my faith, and constantly refer to that person’s deeds and example. 2 I can find common ground between the fiercest enemies, empathizing with them and always working toward

must provide any material components needed for spells. Those who share your religion will support you (but only you) at a modest lifestyle. You might also have ties to a specific temple dedicated to

Acolyte - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

be some hidden hypocrisy or heretical idea, or an ideal or bond taken to an extreme. d8 Personality Trait 1 I idolize a particular hero of my faith, and constantly refer to that

faiths, are relegated to the Outer City’s Twin Songs neighborhood — but new ones arrive constantly, carried by travelers and proselytizers from far-flung lands. A character with this

Brigganock

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

brigganock, or any object being worn or carried by another creature, and the activity must take place within a 10-foot cube. For example, the brigganock could use this action to rapidly carve a

and crafts, or they trade them to other Fey for food and favors. A more powerful Fey creature can use a wish stone to scry on the maker of the wish, empower a supernatural charm, or provide the spark

Faction Agent

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

Personality Trait 1 I idolize a particular hero of my faith, and constantly refer to that person’s deeds and example. 2 I can find common ground between the fiercest enemies

access to a secret network of supporters and operatives who can provide assistance on your adventures. You know a set of secret signs and passwords you can use to identify such operatives, who can

Mage of High Sorcery

Backgrounds Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

the world of Krynn, many refer to the Mages of High Sorcery as the Wizards of High Sorcery. The organization accepts more than wizards, though, with sorcerers, warlocks, and other spellcasters

Feature: Initiate of High Sorcery You gain the Initiate of High Sorcery feat. In addition, the Mages of High Sorcery provide you with free, modest lodging and food indefinitely at any occupied Tower of High Sorcery and for one night at the home of an organization member.

Bael

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

constantly stymied by politically shrewd rivals. Bael prefers to make servants out of his adversaries, and mortals bound to his service earn their wretched place by falling victim to his superior

destroys demons he defeats. Bael also welcomes mortals into his service if they can provide him with an advantage in his politicking. He recruits savvy individuals and relies on them to represent his

Warforged Legacy

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

designed. Although they were manufactured, warforged are living humanoids. Resting, healing magic, and the Medicine skill all provide the same benefits to warforged that they do to other humanoids

how new they are to the world. The Warforged Quirks table contains example quirks. Warforged Quirks d8 Quirk 1 You analyze — out loud — the potential threat posed by

Gauth

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

can survive on meat but prefers to sustain itself with power drained from magic objects. If starved of magic for several weeks, it is forced back to its home plane, so it constantly seeks new items

to drain. A gauth might employ creatures to bring it items that can provide it with sustenance. When the ritual to summon a spectator goes wrong, a gauth might push itself through the flawed

Valenar Elf

Species Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

last five thousand years, while Khorvaire is constantly evolving. As an elf, consider your relationship with the past. Do you value the traditions of your ancestors? Or do you fear that your people

is why your people constantly seek out conflict; you need to find challenges worthy of a hero. In creating a Valenar, think about your patron ancestor. Your class should reflect their class; if you

Izzet Engineer

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

blueprints might provide knowledge of entry points, structural weaknesses, or secret spaces. Your access to such information isn’t unlimited. If obtaining or using the information gets you in trouble

tend to be loud, flashy, or explosive, even when the effect is unremarkable. For example, when you open the portal of a rope trick spell, the portal might be outlined by harmless, showy

Sinister Reflections

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

constantly refer to that person’s deeds and example” into “I’m obsessed with a hero of my faith, and I must become exactly like them so I can take their place.” The more unreasonable, the better

particular hero of my faith, and constantly refer to that person’s deeds and example” into “I loathe a particular hero and their followers, and I will prove the hypocrisy of that person’s deeds and

Fairy

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

skin. 3 You have exceptionally large ears. 4 A glittering mist constantly surrounds you. 5 You have a small spectral horn on your forehead, like a little unicorn horn. 6 Your

, Giant, Humanoid, Monstrosity, Ooze, Plant, Undead. These types don’t have rules themselves, but some rules in the game affect creatures of certain types in different ways. For example, the

Selesnya Initiate

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

member of the Selesnya Conclave, you can count on your guild mates to provide shelter and aid. You and your companions can find a place to hide or rest in any Selesnya enclave in the city, unless you have

member you can receive free healing and care at a Selesnya enclave, though you must provide any material components needed for spells. Selesnya Guild Spells Prerequisite: Spellcasting or Pact Magic

Orzhov Representative

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

needs warrant. For example, you can have a message carried across a neighborhood, procure a short carriage ride without paying, or have others clean up a bloody mess you left in an alley. The DM

. Contacts The Orzhov Syndicate operates according to a strict hierarchy built on a network of connections among old, wealthy families. Your family might provide important contacts, while your family’s

Ancient Amethyst Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

. (Any) 3 Self-Improvement. I am a complex gem, and I constantly polish and refine my many facets to make the whole that much more perfect. (Any) 4 Responsibility. Having knowledge and

is set beneath a mountain ridge between two deep tarns, with streams flowing down toward the lowlands. The lair has the following features: Entrances. Two cave entrances provide access to the lair

Monsters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Darklord’s evil and which might work against the Darklord’s schemes. For example, a wicked scientist Darklord might be aided by flesh golems and crawling claws, but they are opposed by dryads and

ghosts who suffer from the Darklord’s experiments. For inspiration, refer to the “Darklord’s Shadows” section and your answers to the questions there, as well as the Monsters tables in the “Genres of Horror” section later in this chapter.

Layers of the Outer Planes

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

travelers refer to them as layers. For example, Mount Celestia resembles a seven-tiered layer cake, the Nine Hells has nine layers, and the Abyss has a seemingly endless number of layers. Most

Activity While Traveling

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

Activity While Traveling The activities available to a ship’s crew and passengers are a bit different from the options available to a group traveling by land. Refer to “Activity While Traveling” in

chapter 8 of the Player’s Handbook for more information on some of the topics discussed below. A number of activities are restricted to certain officers, unless the DM rules otherwise. For example, a

Around the Outlands

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel

directions in infinite planes like the Outlands. Nevertheless, maps and descriptions refer to such directions for ease of use. To aid in navigation, residents of the Outlands refer to the direction

you can use at any time. The Castellan can provide the characters with an illusory version of the poster map of the Outlands from Sigil and the Outlands. Then, the characters can decide where they wish

Adult Amethyst Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

, seeking to understand itself. (Any) 3 Self-Improvement. I am a complex gem, and I constantly polish and refine my many facets to make the whole that much more perfect. (Any) 4

flowing down toward the lowlands. The lair has the following features: Entrances. Two cave entrances provide access to the lair, one in the rock face just above one tarn and one below the surface of

Ancient Deep Dragon Legacy

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

taking on a new form, making new allies, or trying a new strategy, flexibility keeps one youthful. (Chaotic) 5 Superiority. Weaker creatures cannot be trusted, so I constantly remind my servants

, chosen to pique visitors’ curiosity and provide an excuse for the host to tell these items’ tales.A Deep Dragon’s Lair Deep dragons make their lairs in well-hidden caves or sunless

Azorius Functionary

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

cast ensnaring strike, for example, the vines created by the spell might appear as rune-inscribed glowing bands that wrap around the target and hold it in place. Suggested Characteristics

successfully prevented a murder, and the would-be perpetrator wants me dead. 5 One of my parents was prominent in the guild, and I resent constantly being compared to that standard. 6 I’ve

Adult Deep Dragon Legacy

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

taking on a new form, making new allies, or trying a new strategy, flexibility keeps one youthful. (Chaotic) 5 Superiority. Weaker creatures cannot be trusted, so I constantly remind my servants

inaccessible or storied locales, chosen to pique visitors’ curiosity and provide an excuse for the host to tell these items’ tales.A Deep Dragon’s Lair Deep dragons make their lairs in

Acolyte

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

some hidden hypocrisy or heretical idea, or an ideal or bond taken to an extreme. d8 Personality Trait 1 I idolize a particular hero of my faith, and constantly refer to that person’s deeds and

and your adventuring companions can expect to receive free healing and care at a temple, shrine, or other established presence of your faith, though you must provide any material components needed for

Quirks

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

Quirks Warforged often display an odd personality trait or two, given how new they are to the world. The Warforged Quirks table contains example quirks. Warforged Quirks d8 Quirk 1 You analyze

are obsessed with your appearance and constantly polish and buff yourself. 8 War is the only thing that makes sense to you, and you’re always looking for a fight.

Acolyte

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

some hidden hypocrisy or heretical idea, or an ideal or bond taken to an extreme. d8 Personality Trait 1 I idolize a particular hero of my faith, and constantly refer to that person’s deeds and

and your adventuring companions can expect to receive free healing and care at a temple, shrine, or other established presence of your faith, though you must provide any material components needed for

Dice Notation

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

. For example, “3d8 + 5” means you roll three eight-sided dice, add them together, and add 5 to the total. Percentile Dice The rules sometimes refer to a d100. While such dice exist, the common way to

a 7 for the tens digit and a 1 for the ones digit, for example, the number rolled is 71. Two 0s represent 100. Some ten-sided dice are numbered in tens (00, 10, 20, and so on), making it easier to

Dice Notation

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

. For example, “3d8 + 5” means you roll three eight-sided dice, add them together, and add 5 to the total. Percentile Dice The rules sometimes refer to a d100. While such dice exist, the common way to

a 7 for the tens digit and a 1 for the ones digit, for example, the number rolled is 71. Two 0s represent 100. Some ten-sided dice are numbered in tens (00, 10, 20, and so on), making it easier to

The Infernal Machine of Lum the Mad

Magic Items Infernal Machine Rebuild

object on the same plane as you and have the compass point constantly in the direction of the named target. You gain no knowledge of the distance to the target. A specialized clockwork compass floats

you move, a magical voice calls out your direction and how far you’ve gone. The voice cannot be silenced or stopped. 14 You constantly see afterimages of all events that occurred within 30

Cover

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

Cover Walls, trees, creatures, and other obstacles can provide cover during combat, making a target more difficult to harm. A target can benefit from cover only when an attack or other effect

together. For example, if a target is behind a creature that gives half cover and a tree trunk that gives three-quarters cover, the target has three-quarters cover.

Cover

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

Cover Walls, trees, creatures, and other obstacles can provide cover during combat, making a target more difficult to harm. A target can benefit from cover only when an attack or other effect

together. For example, if a target is behind a creature that gives half cover and a tree trunk that gives three-quarters cover, the target has three-quarters cover.

Age

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

of the game. You can choose any age for your character, which could provide an explanation for some of your ability scores. For example, if you play a young or very old character, your age could

Time in the Realms

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

name. For example, sages would record an event as occurring on “1 Mirtul” or “27 Uktar.” People might also refer to a given day by its relationship to the current date (“two tendays from today”) or the nearest holiday (“three days past Greengrass”).

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