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Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
, and each one starts its training by gaining mastery over an umber hulk.
Neogi
A neogi looks like an outsize spider with an eelâs neck and head. It can poison the body and the mind of its
targets and can subjugate even beings that are physically superior.
Neogi usually dwell in far-flung locations on the Material Plane, as well as in the Astral Plane and the Ethereal Plane. They left
Species
Acquisitions Incorporated
little interest in what people say about it.
Ongoing Mutations
Because the verdan have not dwelled long in the world, they are still discovering new things about themselves. Chief among these
became the verdan covered an enormous area. As the verdan fled to the surface world, they emerged in culturally diverse locations. Some found themselves near dwarven strongholds, others near elven
Backgrounds
Guildmastersâ Guide to Ravnica
and companions you lead can travel between any two locations in the city twice as fast as your speed would normally allow. The paths of the undercity are haunted by dangers that rarely brave the
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Roll an additional Golgari contact; you can decide if the contact is an ally or a rival.
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I joined the Gruul in a battle against the Boros once, and the chief of that small clan thanks
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Gaining Access By the time they have visited the locations detailed in the previous chapters, the characters should have knowledge of a route to the surface world and a map or guide to help them
hints and opportunities carefully, the charactersâ path through the Underdark should feel like a smoothly escalating series of discoveries, no matter what order they chose to explore the locations and deal with the challenges of the previous chapters.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Plundering a Hoard Because dragonsâ power is linked to treasure, itâs possible to weaken a dragon by plundering the dragonâs lair. By gaining access to a hoard and making off with a significant
strip an adult or ancient dragon of legendary status by plundering the dragonâs entire hoard across all its locations. For this to work, the dragon would have to be magically bound or otherwise
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
charactersâ help, looking to hire them to undertake expeditions to retrieve the missing components. Once the characters are involved, they are provided the resources to travel to two legendary locations of
tombâs architect, Moghadam, who oversees the site with an iron hand. The second location is the Temple of Moloch in the same era. The temple is run by Moghadamâs chief rival, Thessalar â the inventor of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Denizens The Grudd Haug Roster table summarizes the locations of the denâs inhabitants and indicates how those creatures react when intruders are detected. As soon as trespassers are spotted or
stands guard outside. 2 Chief Guh, 5 male hill giants, 4 ogres, 6 goblins Guh doesnât move. The giants and ogres defend her, while the goblins shoot from their ledge. 3 4 wolves A wooden gate confines the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
because they wear necklaces made of elf ears). Gurrash, the orc war chief, recently led an attack on the forest. Unfortunately for the orcs, the elves were ready for them. More than half of the orc horde
, Gurrash and his orcs try to fight their way into the village and make a stand there. Gurrash, the orc war chief, is bleeding from wounds inflicted by elven arrows and has 60 hit points remaining. He leads
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
Firejolt Café Locations The following locations are keyed to map 3.2. All descriptions assume the characters are in the café during the day. At night, the café is locked and devoid of students and
. Barista Station This bustling service counter is the demesne of Ellina Tanglewood (chaotic good elf mage), the Strixhaven employee who manages the café and serves as its chief barista. Ellina
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
The Temple of Elemental Evil The four elemental cults maintain their chief stronghold in the ancient dwarven citadel of Tyar-Besil beneath the Sumber Hills. Each cult controls a portion of the old
temple dungeons described in this chapter each include a room where that cultâs elemental prophet might be encountered. The first time the characters find their way to one these locations, the prophet
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Zarielâs War By bringing Elturel to Avernus and potentially gaining a choke hold on Baldurâs Gate, Zariel aims to capture as many evil mortals as she can, turn them into devils, and swell the ranks
select group of devils and mortal followers who seek to cause strife and destabilize harmonious communities serve as Zarielâs chief corruptors. By funding evil groups, making and distributing weapons
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Karkolohk Locations (K1-K7) The following locations are keyed to map 2.9. K1. Watchtowers The fortress has three of these squat structures, two overlooking the eastern approach and a third perched
tower is where Chief Yarb-Gnock stands to address the goblin tribe. No goblins are on it currently, although it sees a fair amount of traffic. A rickety wooden ladder runs from the platform to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Seeking the Ritual Site In the course of locating the ritual site (see âFranchise Downtimeâ in episode 5), the characters might travel to any number of locations, either to confirm that those
locations are not the ritual site or to gain additional information or magic useful in the search for the real site. If you want to set up a prolonged search for the site, any of the following iconic
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masterâs Guide
City Overview The city is yours to make your own. A few important features and locations are described in the sections that follow, but otherwise flesh out the city as you and your players see fit
. City Government The Free City of Greyhawk is ruled by a council called the Directing Oligarchy, made up of sixteen coequal rulers. This council elects its chief officer, the lord mayorâa position
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
oracle. The Uthgardt spirit mounds are described in chapter 3, and their locations are marked on the maps of the North in that chapter. Lost Giant Relics Spirit Mound Relic Giant Lord Beorunnaâs
locations of all nine spirit mounds. He can take an hour to draw a crude map that shows where the spirit mounds are located relative to key landmarks and terrain features. He doesnât know what relics are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
Locations on the Upper Level The following locations are identified on map 6.1. 1. Front Gate and Foyer Most of the floor in the entryway is bare, but various items of giant outerwear (capes, cloaks
matron is slain, the three others cease hostilities and cooperate with the characters by describing Chief Nosnraâs sanctum (areas 8, 9, and 10) and telling how to get there safelyâif they are allowed to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
. Illumination. Fireplaces are indicated on the map, but the locations of other light sources such as cressets and braziers are not. Secret Doors. Secret doors in the upper level of the stronghold are
, coming from the great hall (area 11) to get her pet cave bear from her room (see area 7) A hill giant with four dire wolves from the open yard (area 22) going to the barracks (area 4) Chief Nosnra
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
complex north of the village. The chapter concludes with the characters rescuing the villagers and gaining a quest that leads them to one of three locations: Bryn Shander, Goldenfields, or Triboar
three locations described in chapter 2. Appendix A suggests ways in which you can transition characters from the D&D Starter Set adventure or one of several other D&D adventures to chapter 2 of Storm
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Karkolohk Locations (K8-K13) K8. Goblin Huts Ramshackle huts cling precariously to the rock face, their rope ladders swaying with every gust of wind.
These huts are secured to the rock face with
. If an alarm sounds, the guards drop a heavy wooden crossbar across the double door to the south until Chief Yarb-Gnock gives the order to remove it. A ram or a similar siege weapon is needed to break
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
constrictor snake, giant elk, griffon, merrow, myconid sovereign, ogre, peryton, sea hag, swarm of poisonous snakes, treant sapling (WW), will-oâ-wisp 3 Basilisk, bugbear chief, bullywug knight (WW
fanatic stat block) seeking an audience with the domainâs archfey in the hope of gaining its patronage 8 A friendly arcanaloth using alter self spells to assume Humanoid form as it searches the Feywild for one of the Books of Keeping
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
View Player Version The following locations are identified on map 2.4. 28. Waterfall Cavern A loud waterfall spills down the northwest wall of this cavern into a deep pool. The rocky walls glisten with
formationâand then, suddenly, a fang-filled maw gapes open in the stalagmite and devours the fish in one bite.
The roper attacks when any character gets at least 20 feet into the cave, gaining surprise if
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
theyâve defeated. See area I2 for how such an attempt might unfold. Camp Carrionclay Locations The following locations are keyed to map 5.7. Map 5.7: camp carrionclay View Player Version I1: Wooden
a sivak draconian and two baaz draconians (see appendix B for both stat blocks). Gaining Access. If the characters disguise themselves as Dragon Army soldiers, they can attempt to deceive the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
. Hydia Moonmusk, the fearless daughter of the Blue Bear tribeâs great chief, has made a den for herself in the bear cave near the mouth of the canyon (area 3). Characters who allow Hydia enough time
locations of the canyonâs inhabitants when the characters approach and indicates how those creatures react when intruders are detected. Deadstone Cleft Roster Area Creature(s) Notes area 2 1 roc The roc
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Court of Orestes Locations The area around the Court of Orestes and its interior locations are identified on map 4.16. Map 4.16: Court of Orestes View Player Version 1. Khystonos Riverbank When the
attractive lampads (see chapter 6) named Antiophes and Callisos recently happened upon Orestesâs tomb, gaining access through the collapsed eastern wall. They discovered the magical sarcophagus here and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Forge Locations The following locations are keyed to map 3.6. Damien Mammoliti Map 3.6: Forge of the Kagu-svirfneblin View Player Version F1: Misty Gulch Leading off from the main valley is a narrow
last gift. Each creature who helped bring the star to the dome (including each of the characters) tingles with resilience, gaining 5 temporary hit points and resistance to fire damage until the next
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
poison the body and the mind of its target, able to subjugate other beings that are otherwise physically superior. Alien Tyrants. Neogi usually dwell in far-flung locations on the Material Plane, as well
hatchlings begin their lives under the control of adult neogi. They must learn about their society and earn a place in it, and each one starts its training by gaining mastery over a young umber hulk
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
uncleâs possessions in return for an equal share of the wealth they might earn as a result of information found in his old notes. Characters who want to take a stealthier approach to gaining
Delimbiyran: A vellum map labeled âDelimbiyran and Environsâ shows a few locations in the aboveground ruins of the city. A note written on the map in Elvish identifies one site as âHaven of the Red Quill
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
give an order to a goblin chief, and that chief must leap to obey or, as is often the case, immediately yell orders for other goblins to do it. Goblins that are conscripted into a host resign
law and custom among those they conquer, as an aid to maintaining order by pacifying the population. Some surviving civilian leaders are allowed to retain their positions, often gaining more privilege
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
dwell in far-flung locations on the Material Plane, as well as in the Astral Plane and the Ethereal Plane. They left their home world long ago to conquer and devour creatures in other realms. During
adult neogi. They must learn about their society and earn a place in it, and each one starts its training by gaining mastery over an umber hulk. Neogi Hatchling
Tiny Aberration, Typically Lawful Evil
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
token of apology, the manticore gifts the party a voucher for one free spa treatment at the Flame Pits (see the âMarket Ward Locationsâ section). 3 Wheeze Whistletooth, a night hag with a persistent
opportunity: robbing the Bank of Abbathor (see the âMarket Ward Locationsâ section). Market Ward Factions The following factions are headquartered in the Market Ward: Free League. Many without a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
Locations on the Upper Level The following locations are identified on map 6.3. 1. Guardroom Ice Cavern One frost giant keeps watch here at all times to prevent any unauthorized use of the long
hides and five giant-sized bags. Treasure. The fourth bag searched contains a gold-inlaid skull with a report from Chief Nosnra to Jarl Grugnur on a piece of parchment rolled up inside it. This
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
suggested adventure hooks for each category. Against the Giants Three of D&Dâs earliest published adventures featured giants as the primary opponents: Steading of the Hill Giant Chief, The Glacial
inspire adventures leading characters into ancient giant ruins. You can also use the locations in chapter 4 as destinations for these adventures; each of those locations includes its own suggested
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Mine Locations Map 1.19: gem mine View Player Version The following locations are keyed to map 1.19. The mine is made up of three levels, the deepest of which is level 3. The boxed text in these
locations assumes the characters can see whatâs around them. M1. Tool Room Rough-hewn steps descend 60 feet before ending just north of this chamber. Racks holding picks and hammers are nailed to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Icewind Dale Quests Instead of enticing players with the tall tales in the previous section, you can use any or all of the following quests to entice characters into exploring the locations described
goblin messenger from Karkolohk was recently captured in Bryn Shander and found to be carrying a declaration of peace from Chief Yarb-Gnock, addressed to Speaker Duvessa Shane. Yarb-Gnock would like
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
Locations on the Second Level The following locations are identified on map 6.6. 1. Hall of the Dead This dark hall contains twenty huge sarcophagi standing upright against the walls, and four even
room, illuminated by four torches set in wall cressets, has been cleaned out to serve as quarters for four hill giants. If they survived or escaped the assault on the steading, Chief Nosnra and his