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Eladrin Legacy

Species Mordenkainen’s Tome of Foes

emotional state. For example, an eladrin might shift to autumn if filled with contentment, another eladrin could change to winter if plunged into sorrow, still another might be bursting with joy and become an

the best way to solve problems. 2 Overwhelming force can accomplish almost anything. The tougher the problem, the more force you apply. 3 You stand tall and strong so that others can lean

Marine

Backgrounds Ghosts of Saltmarsh

solution for every problem, and following it is imperative. (Lawful) 3 Embracing. Life is messy. Throwing yourself into the worst of it is necessary to get the job done. (Chaotic) 4

. Job. 3 I must set an example of hope for those who have given up. 4 I’m searching for a fellow marine captured by an elusive enemy. 5 Fear leads to tyranny, and both must be

Ancient Moonstone Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

for my age, and I can’t wait for the day I can retire to my lair to be taken care of by doting fey. 5 I look down upon any being who resorts to violence to solve a problem. 6

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

Reborn Legacy

Species Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

;has taken refuge in your perfectly preserved remains. Lamordia. You awoke amid the bizarre experiments of an amoral scientist. They consider you their finest creation or have a task for you to

themselves, but some rules in the game affect creatures of certain types in different ways. For example, the text of the cure wounds spell specifies that the spell doesn’t work on a creature of the Construct type. Reborn Traits

Adult Moonstone Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

’t wait for the day I can retire to my lair to be taken care of by doting fey. 5 I look down upon any being who resorts to violence to solve a problem. 6 Conversing with others is

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

Izzet Engineer

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

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

to finding a solution to a scientific problem. 2 I’ll never forget the laboratory where I learned my skills, or the other attendants who learned alongside me. 3 I’m convinced

Satyr Legacy

Species Mythic Odysseys of Theros

problem. 8 If I have something really important to say, I always make sure to sing it. Myth of Xenagos the Satyr God The satyr Xenagos savored his reputation for presiding over the most

Xenagos as a satyr who lived life to the fullest and who played tricks that stirred up even the gods. Yet, he’s also an example of how bitterness can turn a great trick nasty and how schemes that

The White Moose

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

refuge in an elven tomb in the woods and won’t rest until the forest is free of loggers. Simply killing the white moose will not solve Lonelywood’s problem; to end the threat to Lonelywood and other towns, the characters must stop the druid from awakening more beasts and using them to harm Ten-Towners.

assured the other speakers that Lonelywood’s “moose problem” will be dealt with in short order. Hunters have been dispatched to kill the moose, but it has eluded them so far. From what the hunters have seen

Creating a Heist Crew

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

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

Actions in Exploration

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

for a balance between ability checks and roleplaying. For example, puzzles are an opportunity for players to do some problem-solving, but players can also lean on their characters’ talents and

information in a book. Taking Turns Often, characters spread out across a room to investigate the elements of the room. (The exploration example in chapter 1 of the Player’s Handbook shows this dynamic

Demogorgon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Stranger Things

solve the problem). If the demogorgon is killed, they can get the blood easily. But let them try other ways if they don’t want to fight to the death. For example, they can get blood off a sword blade immediately after it strikes and damages the creature (they must do this four times to get enough blood).

Playing the Same Character

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

what has happened. The character might grow lightheaded or briefly fall unconscious, for example. But upon awakening, the character feels a profound emptiness and sense of loss. Everything feels

distant and muted, as if their thoughts and feelings were trapped behind glass. Soon, the seriousness of the problem becomes clear. Soul Loss The soulless character has disadvantage on Wisdom (Insight

Dealing with Wealth

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

motivated primarily by money, wealth can threaten the entire campaign. After all, when mercenaries have all the money they’d ever need, why should they risk life and limb any more? Avoid this problem by

for spending their gold. Friends and loved ones, for example, can benefit from their largess, especially if these allies are experiencing hard times. If characters are attached to a settlement and

Event Descriptions

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

use of that facility. For example, a knight might want your Smithy to replace a horseshoe or repair a damaged weapon or suit of armor, or sages might need your Arcane Study to help them settle a

of your choice at no cost to you. The magic item must be a Potion or Scroll. Refugees A group of 2d4 refugees fleeing from a monster attack, a natural disaster, or some other calamity seeks refuge in

Roleplaying Major Ursa

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

through the undead, but finding it’s the problem. We didn’t catch up with the pirates till after they’d left the island. They’d taken as good as they gave. They were a miserable, sorry lot when we

gives him about the island, its inhabitants, and its traps and monsters. For example, questions such as “How do we get through the tunnels underneath the ruins?” are inappropriate because the major

Terminus Features

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

through one without a problem, while a Large creature can squeeze through. These windows have AC 13, 4 hit points, and immunity to poison and psychic damage. The windows can be locked from the inside. A

Daask. Kraz, described below, is one example of a helpful bystander. Kraz is a gnoll porter who has endured several run-ins with Daask criminals in the past and bears them no love. At the time of your

Moral Quandaries

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

Moral Quandaries If you want to give the characters a crisis that no amount of spellcasting or swordplay can resolve, add a moral quandary to the adventure. A moral quandary is a problem of

atone for violating his or her oath. Rescue Quandary. The adventurers must choose between catching or hurting the villain and saving innocent lives. For example, the adventurers might learn that the

Character Objectives

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

alleviates the risk of players losing interest. For example, if the overall story of your adventure involves a quest to deliver a priceless relic to a remote monastery, each encounter along the way is an

constantly threatening the monastery. Some players create their own objectives, which is to be expected and encouraged. It is, after all, as much the players’ campaign as yours. For example, a

Example Rival: Marina Rodemus

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

Example Rival: Marina Rodemus The Rodemus clan was a small but powerful family of traders in the city, but years ago, they pulled up stakes and left town overnight. Marina Rodemus, the youngest child

will unleash on the city through her rats. If she can’t rule, then no one will. Marina’s Plans Element Description Event Rats become a noticeable problem in the streets, with swarms sighted in

Difficulty Class

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

succeeds on any ability check with a DC less than or equal to the relevant ability score minus 5. So in the example above, the fighter would automatically kick in the door. This rule doesn’t apply to

example, once a character’s ability score reaches 20, checks of DC 15 and lower using that ability become automatic successes. Smart players will then always match the character with the highest

Alterations to Magic

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

, pillars, columns, walls, or floors. For example, an earthquake spell would not trigger a ceiling collapse or create fissures in Undermountain. Doors and furnishings, however, are not protected in this way

; consequently, he wants one side or the other (or both) eliminated. Goal 2: Destroy Ezzat. An irksome lich named Ezzat has taken refuge on level 20, and Halaster wants adventurers to destroy the lich and its

Warnings

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

can’t be averted; the warning is the prelude to an inevitable cataclysm. This can be a good way to radically transform your campaign. For example, if the characters survive disaster only to see their world destroyed, they might seek refuge in the stars of a Spelljammer campaign or among the many planes.

Roleplaying

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

adventurers are in a living world. Strive for responses and actions that introduce twists into the game. For example, an old woman whose family was killed at the hands of an evil wizard might regard

the party’s wizard with grave suspicion. However you roleplay a character or monster, the classic advice for writers holds true: show, don’t tell. For example, rather than describe an NPC as shallow

Where to Start?

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory

finely tooled metal etched with organic designs or cryptic symbols. 8 Monstrous. This archfey has a monstrous form. For example, they might resemble an enormous spider, a hydra whose heads look like

festooned with books, which give the archfey inspiration. Signature Magic Almost every archfey has a signature magical power, and this power might be tied to their appearance or personality; for example

Phandalin Quests

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak

characters embark on a journey to a location, go to the section of this book that describes that location in detail. For example, if the players choose to undertake the Umbrage Hill Quest, go to the “Umbrage

location’s inhabitants react to the characters’ arrival. No encounter has a predetermined outcome. For example, characters who explore Umbrage Hill are likely to encounter a manticore. Although

Getting Players Invested

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

a character’s player directly, but instead consider handing over your narrative reins and letting a player describe the perfect detail. For example, say you have a peaceful village you plan to feature

qualities that set them apart from common folk. Reinforce this in your game. NPCs don’t need to gush over the characters, but the characters’ reputations as heroes, problem-solvers, or wonderworkers should

Background

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

from home at an early age and found refuge in a temple. 2 My family gave me to a temple, since they were unable or unwilling to care for me. 3 I grew up in a household with strong religious convictions

became an entertainer because … 1 Members of my family made ends meet by performing, so it was fitting for me to follow their example. 2 I always had a keen insight into other people, enough so that

Eladrin

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

, any eladrin can change their season. An eladrin might choose the season that is present in the world or perhaps the season that most closely matches the eladrin’s current emotional state. For example

problem, the more force you apply. 3 You stand tall and strong so that others can lean on you. 4 You maintain an intimidating front. It’s better to prevent fights with a show of force than to harm others

Marine

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

problem, and following it is imperative. (Lawful) 3 Embracing. Life is messy. Throwing yourself into the worst of it is necessary to get the job done. (Chaotic) 4 Might. The strong train so that they might

Bonds d6 Bond 1 I face danger and evil to offset an unredeemable act in my past. 2 I. Will. Finish. The. Job. 3 I must set an example of hope for those who have given up. 4 I’m searching for a

Icewind Dale Quests

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

. He knows that a group of these savage predators has taken refuge in the Cackling Chasm and offers the characters 10 gp for each gnoll head they bring back to him. Zero Rum Dark Duchess quest (see

, but she can’t risk an all-out war within her tribe, hence her decision to let Ten-Towns and the characters deal with the problem. The Wolf Tribe cannibals have eaten all their sled dogs and their

Other Villains

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

, he was owed better than he received. When he didn’t receive the accolades, he began to see everyone in his way as the problem, trying to keep him down, and he vowed to do whatever it took to turn the

decent town after another, he finally sought refuge in an old outlaw’s lair he discovered near Lance Rock. There he commenced his newest round of experiments, avoiding all other living souls. What few

Satyr

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

lived life to the fullest and who played tricks that stirred up even the gods. Yet, he’s also an example of how bitterness can turn a great trick nasty and how schemes that get out of hand aren’t fun

, and I dress accordingly. 7 Having horns is the best. They are fun to decorate, and they can pop open an amphora, no problem. 8 If I have something really important to say, I always make

The Ordning

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

, no giant can transcend the ordning of the six giant kinds; the most accomplished fire giant artisan ranks below the poorest cloud giant, for example. For any given giant (except a storm giant), you

looking for the sword. 4 When the characters’ enemies take refuge in a giant-built ruin, an ambitious fire giant offers to help the characters get inside in return for a share of the treasure. 5 A fire

Fellow Prisoners

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

Jimjar Deep gnome with a gambling problem Ront Orc bully Sarith Kzekarit Drow accused of murder Shuushar the Awakened Kuo-toa hermit and mystic Stool Myconid sprout Topsy and Turvy Deep gnome wererat

thing is a setup to discredit and destroy him, and fearing that it is all true — which, in fact, it is. He is being held until he can be sent back to Menzoberranzan as a sacrifice to Lolth and an example

Gnome Gods

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

threatens a community. Brains over Brawn. Garl favors trickery and illusion over direct combat, preferring to use his mind to overcome a problem rather than his steel. For gnomes to thrive, they must

example of what befalls mortals who conduct themselves the same way. For the gnomes, this niche is filled by Urdlen, also known as the Glutton for its selfish and cruel behavior. Though the details

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