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Swarm of Maggots

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Swarm. The swarm can occupy another creature’s space and vice versa, and the swarm can move through any opening large enough for a Tiny maggot. The swarm can’t regain hit points or gain

whispered chanting 3 Skeletal visages, giant eyes, or the faces of nearby creatures appear in relief amid its mass 4 Occupies and animates a corpse or other debris as if it were alive Bludgeoning, Piercing, Slashing

Swarm of Scarabs

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Swarm. The swarm can occupy another creature’s space and vice versa, and the swarm can move through any opening large enough for a Tiny scarab. The swarm can’t regain hit points or gain

manifest. Swarm Behavior d4 Behavior 1 Crawls on walls in a vaguely bipedal shape 2 Makes skittering noises that sound like whispered chanting 3 Skeletal visages, giant

Frost Giant Ice Shaper

Monsters Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

giant’s commands. The wolves gain a +6 bonus to their attack and damage rolls while they are within 30 feet of the giant. The wolves disappear after 1 minute, when the giant dies, or when the

to a meteoric rise in the giants’ ordning. Many of them end up as jarls, leading their communities, or as advisers to jarls—often the true power behind the throne. They are usually devoted

White Abishai

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

. Reckless. At the start of its turn, the abishai can gain advantage on all melee weapon attack rolls during that turn, but attack rolls against it have advantage until the start of its next

forth to represent her interests in the Hells and across the multiverse. Some have simple tasks, such as delivering a message to cultists. Others have greater responsibilities, such as leading large

Geryon (Variant)

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

derive no benefit from the rest. Hellish Doorways. Sapient creatures within 1 mile of the lair frequently see shimmering portals leading to places they consider safe. Passing through a portal always

abilities. Members of his cult can gain the Crushing Blow trait. Cult leaders can also gain the Indomitable Strength trait. Crushing Blow (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). As a bonus action

Geryon

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

benefit from the rest. Hellish Doorways. Sapient creatures within 1 mile of the lair frequently see shimmering portals leading to places they consider safe. Passing through a portal always deposits a

abilities. Members of his cult can gain the Crushing Blow trait. Cult leaders can also gain the Indomitable Strength trait. Crushing Blow (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). As a bonus action, the

Fisher

Backgrounds Ghosts of Saltmarsh

favorite fishing lure or oiled leather wading boots, a set of traveler’s clothes, and a belt pouch containing 10 gp FEATURE: HARVEST THE WATER You gain advantage on ability checks made using

turn day into night. 7 Dive into the Abyss. You found yourself in an underwater cave leading to the Abyss, and your luck has been sour ever since. 8 Love Story. You fell in love with a

6. Sacrificial Chamber

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

from their niches or when combat ends. Each skull has AC 9, 1 hit point, and immunity to poison and psychic damage. As long as one or more skulls are chanting, all yuan-ti in the room gain the following

character who insults or otherwise annoys Fenthaza might end up here, shackled to the altar. Chanting Skulls The altar has six niches (one at each end and two on each long side). The human skull in

Character Advancement

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

in the Northern Wastes. The characters gain a level if they accomplish an extraordinary feat, such as rescuing the bronze dragon egg from Camp Carrionclay. The characters gain a level once they find the passage leading into the City of Lost Names.

any order, so it’s up to you to decide when the characters gain these levels. Consider using two of the following suggestions: The characters gain a level after completing three adventuring locations

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

herself and claw Maglubiyet’s beady eyes from his face to prevent him from taking them from her. The cosmic battle between the two pantheons has raged for eons without resolution, leading those

laden wagon or after heroically defending it from thieves gain great respect and advance higher in the tribe’s pecking order. All Are Fighters Most of the orcs that stay behind when the

Temple Layout

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

dimly blue, green, red, white, or black—the hues of evil dragons and their world-consuming queen. Red Wizards stand in each of the five vaults, chanting and channeling magical force into the central

Severin (levitating) wearing the Mask of the Dragon Queen Any free wyrmspeakers the characters have previously interacted with can be present in their respective chapels in the temple if you wish, but their presence isn’t required. Wyrmspeakers not here are outside leading the Well of Dragons’ defense.

Areas of the Temple

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

faint sound of chanting is audible coming from a corridor to the northwest. To the south are three cells with iron-banded wooden doors. A small, barred window is embedded in each door at the height of

using thieves’ tools. All three cells are currently empty. Chanting. The sound is that of a prayer to Asmodeus being recited by the cultists in area A7. A2. Balconies Two crumbling balconies with stone

Temple Layout

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

. Red Wizards stand in each of the five vaults, chanting and channeling magical force into the central apse. There, a kaleidoscopic whorl of arcane energy rises above the blackened floor, stretching

previously interacted with can be present in their respective chapels in the temple if you wish, but their presence isn’t required. Wyrmspeakers not here are outside leading the Well of Dragons’ defense.

Swarms

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

skittering noises that sound like whispered chanting 3 Skeletal visages, giant eyes, or the faces of nearby creatures appear in relief amid its mass 4 Occupies and animates a corpse or

vice versa, and the swarm can move through any opening large enough for a Tiny maggot. The swarm can’t regain hit points or gain temporary hit points. Actions Infestation. Melee Weapon Attack: +3 to

12. Cultist Hideout

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

watches the dog nervously. A green glow rises suddenly from a magic circle at the center of the platform, where a small humanoid statue is the focus of the chanting ritual. As you watch, a lump

its center. (Statistics for Narrak and the derro can be found in appendix C.) The cultists’ chanting is punctuated with Narrak calling out the name “Demogorgon!” Also atop the platform, resting

4. Stirge Lair

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

opportunistic bloodsuckers attack in the confusion. The stirges gain a +2 bonus to AC in the bat storm. The bats calm down and return to their roosts on the ceiling after five minutes of quiet in area

4. A spear with a pitted blade lies on the floor near the top of the steps leading to area 6. Kobolds use this to bypass the trap at the bottom of the steps (see area 6).

4. Stirge Lair

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

, and the opportunistic bloodsuckers attack in the confusion. The stirges gain a +2 bonus to AC in the bat storm. The bats calm down and return to their roosts on the ceiling after five minutes of quiet

in area 4. A spear with a pitted blade lies on the floor near the top of the steps leading to area 6. Kobolds use this to bypass the trap at the bottom of the steps (see area 6).

Narrative Combat

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention

Narrative Combat Instead of resolving the battle with miniatures, you’ll guide your players through a series of tough dilemmas, each leading to a different battlefield encounter. Their actions on the

surprise their enemies in the next combat. The players gain advantage on any ability checks related to their current task. Each character gains inspiration. If the players fail this objective, their allies

3. Entrance to the Tomb

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild

over all that, the characters can hear a rhythmic chanting coming from the south (carried from the chapel of area 14 by the magic of Phenex’s ceremony). Creatures Twelve neutral tiefling muralists work

first four pits are each 10 feet deep and empty except for refuse. The pit leading to area 7 is 30 feet deep and contains a ladder. Characters who watch this area long enough see the muralists

Shrine of Fangs

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation Supplement

Shrine of Fangs Nested at the foot of a mountain is an ancient yuan-ti shrine dedicated to Merrshaulk. Yuan-ti abominations once offered sacrifices here, hoping to wake their slumbering deity or gain

roof of the serpent’s mouth, which forms a canopy over a dark, ten-foot-wide tunnel leading into the mountain. The tunnel at the back of the serpent’s head is 200 feet long and corkscrews gently down

Scout

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

archetype at 3rd level, you gain proficiency in the Nature and Survival skills if you don’t already have it. Your proficiency bonus is doubled for any ability check you make that uses either of those

at 13th level, you excel at leading ambushes and acting first in a fight. You have advantage on initiative rolls. In addition, the first creature you hit during the first round of a combat becomes

Bard Class Features

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

Bard Class Features As a Bard, you gain the following class features when you reach the specified Bard levels. These features are listed in the Bard Features table. Bard Features ——Spell Slots

spell list later in the class’s description. Cantrips. You know two cantrips of your choice from the Bard spell list. Dancing Lights and Vicious Mockery are recommended. Whenever you gain a Bard level

Bel's Forge

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

assaulted by a strike team of two horned devils leading ten bearded devils. If the intruders survive and linger in the area, a whole army of devils descends upon them. Characters can gain an audience with

Arrival at Cernant Valley

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

test (see the “Derwyth’s Test” section later in this adventure). Going It Alone If the characters refuse the eagles’ guidance, they must find their own way to Derwyth’s homestead. The character leading

eventually arrive at the homestead, but the journey is exhaustingly circuitous; each character must succeed on a DC 10 Constitution saving throw or gain 1 level of exhaustion.

Circle of Spores

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

strange, life. These druids believe that life and death are parts of a grand cycle, with one leading to the other and then back again. Death isn’t the end of life, but instead a change of state that sees

fungi and your ability to tap into the cycle of life and death grants you access to certain spells. At 2nd level, you learn the chill touch cantrip. At 3rd, 5th, 7th, and 9th level you gain access to the

Bard Class Features

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

Bard Class Features As a Bard, you gain the following class features when you reach the specified Bard levels. These features are listed in the Bard Features table. Bard Features ——Spell Slots

list later in the class’s description. Cantrips. You know two cantrips of your choice from the Bard spell list. Dancing Lights and Vicious Mockery are recommended. Whenever you gain a Bard level, you

Purple Dragon Knight

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

leading a band of allies can transform even the most poorly equipped militia into a ferocious war band. A knight prefers to lead through deeds, not words. As a knight spearheads an attack, the

high standing are expected to conduct themselves with grace. At 7th level, you gain proficiency in the Persuasion skill. If you are already proficient in it, you gain proficiency in one of the

The Temple of Elemental Evil

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

threats in the prophet’s name, they gain advantage on ability checks they make to bluff or intimidate their way into a temple. Fooled cultists insist on leading the party to one of the cult’s leaders

surface. Knifepoint Gully near Feathergale Spire leads to the Temple of Howling Hatred. The Dark Stream flows under Rivergard Keep, leading to the Temple of the Crushing Wave. The Ancient Stair

Death House Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

leading to a stone portico. Oil lamps hang from the portico ceiling by chains, flanking an oaken double door. The double door opens into an empty antechamber. On the south wall is a shield emblazoned with

pushes open to reveal a cobweb-filled wooden staircase leading to the attic. D12a–D12c: Master Suite Burgundy drapes cover the windows of this large bedroom. The furnishings include a four-poster bed

Mastermind

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

Mastermind Your focus is on people and on the influence and secrets they have. Many spies, courtiers, and schemers follow this archetype, leading lives of intrigue. Words are your weapons as often as

archetype at 3rd level, you gain proficiency with the disguise kit, the forgery kit, and one gaming set of your choice. You also learn two languages of your choice. Additionally, you can unerringly mimic the

First Séance

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

Dranzorg: “HELP U … UNDER PORCH”. The planchette then moves to the sword symbol. Dranzorg is trying to win trust by leading the party to his lost weapon buried in area 1. Mara Silvra: “EVICT THE CHIMNEY

feel the need to rush things, planning to pick up the investigation after resting and further research. If characters have not already reached 2nd level, they gain a level when this séance ends.

12. Divination Pool

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

doorway leading into area 13. The arrows are carved of stone and their heads are in the shape of fangs, set with the symbol of a cobra with a crown above it. A DC 18 Intelligence (Religion) check

divination pool has always required that a user make a personal sacrifice to gain its secrets. However, the pool’s magic has grown considerably hungrier over the long years of its isolation. In response to the cruelty of the yuan-ti, using the pool requires the sacrifice of a sentient creature.

S15. Madhouse

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

treated to a terrifying, 7-foot-tall assemblage of human body parts. This flesh golem attacks anyone who isn’t in the company of the Abbot or Clovin Belview. None of the doors leading from the hall are

marks. S15c. Incanting Mongrelfolk Seven mongrels are seated in the middle of this room, forming a ring. They appear to be chanting a spell. These seven mongrelfolk are trying to cast a spell that

4. Giant Doors

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

4. Giant Doors A 40-foot-long flight of steps leading east ascends 20 feet to a landing, next to which stands a pair of 30-foot-tall granite doors carved with images of giant gods locked in battle

even allow the characters to take the giant relic from their spirit mound. Killing Wormblod also allows the characters to gain a supernatural gift from the couatl in Great Worm Cavern (see the “Great Worm Cavern” section in chapter 3 for details).

12. Divination Pool

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

doorway leading into area 13. The arrows are carved of stone and their heads are in the shape of fangs, set with the symbol of a cobra with a crown above it. A DC 18 Intelligence (Religion) check

divination pool has always required that a user make a personal sacrifice to gain its secrets. However, the pool’s magic has grown considerably hungrier over the long years of its isolation. In response to the

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