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Foresworn

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 2: Dragonlance Creatures

weaponry, a foresworn maintains the martial prowess it had in life and can call on magic and its fallen brethren for aid. Like revenant;revenants, foresworn fixate on a singular purpose, and they

refuse to abandon their undead state until the duty they had in life is fulfilled. For example, a foresworn might be pledged to protect a family’s bloodline from harm or guard a dangerous artifact

Moodmark Paint

Magic Items Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

insects or spiders. Applying the paint in this way takes 1 minute. For the next 8 hours, the marks change to reflect your mental state. A creature that can see you and makes a successful DC 10 Wisdom

(Insight) check can discern whether you are happy, sad, angry, disgusted, surprised, or afraid, as well as the main source of that emotion. For example, you might communicate fear caused by a monster you

Frost Giant Everlasting One

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

out magic that will aid them, but enchanted objects can be taken or lost. True greatness relies on personal prowess. Faced with this truth, a frost giant might seek a supernatural gift from Vaprak the

regenerative ability. With these gifts, the frost giant can swiftly claim the title of jarl and easily fend off rivals for decades. However, if the frost giant doesn’t give enough honor to Vaprak or

Way of the Astral Self (TCoE)

classes Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

mighty. FORMS OF YOUR ASTRAL SELF The astral self is a translucent embodiment of the monk’s soul. As a result, an astral self can reflect aspects of a monk’s background, ideals, flaws, and

bonds, and an astral self doesn’t necessarily look anything like the monk. For example, the astral self of a lanky human might be reminiscent of a minotaur—the strength of which the monk

Way of the Astral Self

classes Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

. FORMS OF YOUR ASTRAL SELF The astral self is a translucent embodiment of the monk’s soul. As a result, an astral self can reflect aspects of a monk’s background, ideals, flaws, and

bonds, and an astral self doesn’t necessarily look anything like the monk. For example, the astral self of a lanky human might be reminiscent of a minotaur—the strength of which the monk

Forlarren

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

bound to their fey lord and unable to bargain away their souls. So rather than claim them, Fierna warped and twisted them before returning them to the Feywild, content that the corruption of the satyrs

, set itself up as a petty lord, and rule over all those who fall into its grasp. A Sinister Cycle. A forlarren in its fey aspect demonstrates self-destructive urges that reflect the inherent tension in

Charlatan Legacy

Backgrounds Player’s Handbook (2014)

. Additionally, you can forge documents including official papers and personal letters, as long as you have seen an example of the kind of document or the handwriting you are trying to copy. Suggested

Characteristics Charlatans are colorful characters who conceal their true selves behind the masks they construct. They reflect what people want to see, what they want to believe, and how they see the

Metallic Dragonborn

Species Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

Dragonborn with metallic ancestry lay claim to the tenacity of metallic dragons—brass, bronze, copper, gold, and silver—whose hues glint in their scales. Theirs is the fire of hearth and

affect creatures of certain types in different ways. For example, the cure wounds spell doesn’t work on a Construct or an Undead.

Valenar Elf

Species Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

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

or clever? Whatever their nature, it’s your duty to follow their example. Is this something you proudly embrace, or do you resist it? Each patron ancestor is tied to many Valenar: do you have a

Chromatic Dragonborn

Species Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

Dragonborn with chromatic ancestry claim the raw elemental power of chromatic dragons. The vibrant colors of black, blue, green, red, and white dragons gleam in those dragonborn’s scaled skin

, 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 cure wounds spell doesn’t work on a Construct or an Undead.

Gem Dragonborn

Species Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

Gem dragonborn partake of the heritage of gem dragons, who claim to be heirs of Sardior, the Ruby Dragon. The colors and mysterious powers of gem dragons—amethyst, crystal, emerald, sapphire

, Dragon, Elemental, Fey, Fiend, 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 cure wounds spell doesn’t work on a Construct or an Undead.

Elf Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

they find careers that let them travel freely and set their own pace. Elves also enjoy exercising their martial prowess or gaining greater magical power, and adventuring allows them to do so. Some

might continue to use the child name. Each elf’s adult name is a unique creation, though it might reflect the names of respected individuals or other family members. Little distinction exists

Orzhov Representative

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

concentrates the spoils at the top of the hierarchy. As a functionary in that system, your best hope is to claim as much as possible of the money that passes through your hands on its way up, so that

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

Githyanki

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

children can reach adulthood. A lanky people with skin tones of yellows, greens, and browns, githyanki complement their physical prowess with psionic might, instilled in them by mind flayers and

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 player

Charlatan - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

, as long as you have seen an example of the kind of document or the handwriting you are trying to copy. BALDUR’S GATE FEATURE: LONG-LOST HEIR You’re well-versed in the mannerisms and

. Suggested Characteristics Charlatans are colorful characters who conceal their true selves behind the masks they construct. They reflect what people want to see, what they want to believe

Monk

classes Player’s Handbook

power. Different Monks conceptualize this power in various ways: as breath, energy, life force, essence, or self, for example. Whether channeled as a striking display of martial prowess or as a subtler

Dhampir Legacy

Species Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

’s deathless prowess in the form of increased speed, darkvision, and a life-draining bite. With unique insights into the nature of the undead, many dhampirs become adventurers and monster hunters

, 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 text of the

Ancient Dragon Turtle

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

, pausing to reflect after (or sometimes in the middle of) each utterance. 2 I am more interested in the shiny baubles people carry than in anything they have to say. 3 I think of ships as

. 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

Verdan

Species Acquisitions Incorporated

who study this entity claim that it is clearly evil and destructive. Others call it simply a necessary part of the cycle of death and rebirth. In the end, though, That-Which-Endures shows precious

bred by empathy that helps them eventually sort out those who are sincere from those who are not. Verdan Names The oldest verdan names spring from goblinoid traditions, but more recent names reflect

Ancient Moonstone Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

forest, making the darkened path through the woods ideal for banditry. 5 A moonstone dragon hosts a storytelling competition in the Feywild, and the winner gets to claim any one item on display in

of one plane to wander into others. Moonstone Dragon Lair Features You can look to other maps in this chapter as inspiration for the scattered parts of a moonstone dragon’s lair. For example

Sinister Reflections

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

involve them in the process of creating a Darklord in the following ways: What to Reflect. Ask your players which of their characters’ personality traits, ideals, bonds, and flaws are their favorites

. Request at least two favorites from each player. Write them down. If players have been playing characters for a while, ask them to rewrite these personal characteristics to reflect who their characters

Adult Moonstone Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

darkened path through the woods ideal for banditry. 5 A moonstone dragon hosts a storytelling competition in the Feywild, and the winner gets to claim any one item on display in the dragon’s

look to other maps in this chapter as inspiration for the scattered parts of a moonstone dragon’s lair. For example, a well maintained and above-water version of the black dragon lair’s

Background

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase

Background Axel Defois A door to the Lost Caverns Iggwilv carved out a kingdom for herself through magical prowess, strength, and wit, bolstered by a horde of demons bound by magic to further her

surfaced over the last few decades, and three nations that border the mountains where it hides now race to claim Iggwilv’s hoard—or, if they can’t claim it, at least ensure that their rivals don’t either

Creating a Heist Crew

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

tight-knit from the start. Similarly, ask your players to consider creating characters suited to undertaking heists. Combat prowess is less important when sneaking through a guarded complex, for

example, whereas stealth, skill with locks, social skills, clever problem-solving, and versatile character abilities will shine. Well-outfitted characters are also more likely to succeed at these

Gnoll Pack Lord

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

Gnoll Pack Lord Rising above other gnolls with their viciousness and physical prowess, gnoll pack lords terrorize weaker gnolls into their service. These brutes drive other gnolls to acts of great

violence, then claim the best of their servants’ spoils. Gnoll Pack Lord Medium Fiend, Chaotic Evil AC 15 Initiative +4 (14) HP 49 (9d8 + 9) Speed 30 ft. Ability Score Mod Save Str 16

Names

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

Names If you need a name for a giant, use the Giants’ Names table and freely combine or change names as you wish. You can also use a name that doesn’t match the giant’s kind, which might reflect, for

example, a hill giant with lofty aspirations or a stone giant raised among frost giants. Giants’ Names — Name (by giant kind) — d10 Hill Stone Frost Fire Cloud Storm 1 Adj Brunnar Estia Ashvalk

How Patrons Work

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

membership, and quests the patron encourages adventurers to undertake. With the input of your DM, you can customize these patrons to reflect specific establishments in your campaign world or to serve

as a launchpad tailored for organizations of your design. For example, the guild group patron could represent the Harpers or the Zhentarim of the Forgotten Realms, the Clifftop Adventurers’ Guild in

Example Epic Destinies

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn

Example Epic Destinies The following sections detail two example destinies: one for an heir to a throne, and another for an aspiring wizard. Heir to the Throne As an example of an epic destiny

expects the character to actually inherit. Older siblings are being trained for that role, giving the character opportunity to gallivant around Faerûn on adventure. To reflect the character’s past, the

Marks of Mystery

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

options for its origin. Dragonmarked Heir You are a member of a dragonmarked house and its family line—for example, if you bear the Mark of Healing, you could be a Halfling member of House Jorasco and

the mark but unencumbered by ties to its house. For example, you could be a Halfling with the Mark of Healing but with no ties to House Jorasco. You’re an anomaly; if House Jorasco became aware of

Relationships: Before We Go

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

to do so to reflect the poignant nature of this moment. For example, a character who wishes to have a final moment with a deeply romantic Beloved might sneak up onto the roof of the Biblioplex to have

The Powers of the Mark

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

The Powers of the Mark Each dragonmark grants a set of abilities that reflect the inherent powers of the mark. Your dragonmarked race gives you a set of traits derived from the magic of your mark

available to you. You might also consider your dragonmark the source of any or all of your spells or class features. As a cleric with the Mark of Healing, for example, you could say your mark is the sole

Recurring NPCs

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

villains, they can deepen players’ investment in the world. You can use different stat blocks in the Monster Manual, perhaps with some tweaks, to reflect the same NPC at different times as they grow over

the course of a campaign. For example, characters on their very first adventure might face a villain who uses the stat block of a Mage Apprentice, only to have that villain escape and return many

The Powers of the Mark

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

The Powers of the Mark Each dragonmark grants a set of abilities that reflect the inherent powers of the mark. Your dragonmarked race gives you a set of traits derived from the magic of your mark. If

available to you. You might also consider your dragonmark the source of any or all of your spells or class features. As a cleric with the Mark of Healing, for example, you could say your mark is the sole

Using and Tracking Conditions

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

Using and Tracking Conditions Many rules and features in the game apply conditions to creatures. You can also apply conditions on the fly when it makes sense to do so. For example, the Poisoned

condition can reflect a variety of impairments, from influenza to intoxication. You can track monsters’ conditions wherever you track their Hit Points. Players should track any conditions affecting their

The Dreaming Dark in the War

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

the role of dreams early on. If dreams feel like a regular part of the story, it will be less obvious when the Dreaming Dark starts manipulating the characters’ dreams. For example, you might establish

players’ hatred for an elusive recurring villain! Foreshadow the future. This could simply reflect a character’s fears, but it might also convey a warning from a celestial or other supernatural

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