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Spelljammer: Adventures in Space
foragers and stalkers. A thri-kreen hunter encountered in Wildspace might be on the trail of a fugitive or leading a gang of pirates.
Thri-kreen
Thri-kreen are carnivores with insectile features and
surroundings, gaining advantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks it makes to hide in those surroundings.
Leap. The thri-kreen leaps up to 20 feet in any direction, provided its speed isnât 0.
Backgrounds
Acquisitions Incorporated
employer or other groups you dealt with during your previous employment. You can communicate with your contacts, gaining information at the DMâs discretion.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
constantly come and go along the Evermoor Way. West of the city, a wide bridge spans the river, leading to a walled citadel.
Characters looking for a place to stay find two decent choices in the Pearl
charge. If the party was sent to Yartar by the Harpers or the Zhentarim, local contacts for those factions quickly confirm that the Hand of Yartar has let it be known that anyone interested in bidding
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
suggested characteristics (personality traits, ideals, bonds, and flaws). Each guild entry also provides personal contacts; suggestions for your alignment, race, and class; and a list of spells that you can
you. Bonds and Contacts As a benefit of your guild membership, you have contacts both inside and outside the guild. Contacts are useful resources in the urban environment of Ravnica, where a friendly
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
a potential route out, leading them to another location in the Underdark where it is supposed to be. Then they need to find a map or guide for the potential route, which could involve them in what is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Booâs Astral Menagerie
Thri-kreen Hunter Thri-kreen hunters are skilled foragers and stalkers. A thri-kreen hunter encountered in Wildspace might be on the trail of a fugitive or leading a gang of pirates. Thri-kreen
match the color and texture of its surroundings, gaining advantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks it makes to hide in those surroundings.
Leap. The thri-kreen leaps up to 20 feet in any direction
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
increasingly aggressive dragon activity. The characters are asked to investigate a devastating series of raids in the Misty Forest, leading to Neronvain in âChapters 11 and 12: Death to the Wyrmspeakers
.â The adventurers are also approached by a representative who wishes to bring the party to a secret meeting with the metallic dragons, leading to chapter 14. A third session of the council is called to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
increasingly aggressive dragon activity. The characters are asked to investigate a devastating series of raids in the Misty Forest, leading to Neronvain in âChapters 11 and 12: Death to the Wyrmspeakers
.â The adventurers are also approached by a representative who wishes to bring the party to a secret meeting with the metallic dragons, leading to chapter 14. A third session of the council is called to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
clues leading to the location or nature of the ritual site, or to find instructions for crafting a portalometer. Gaining lore or befriending the monks of the library could reveal that someone else
, but pockets of blue spellfire and the warping effects of planar energy can often still be seen in the area. The characters can make use of contacts from episode 3 to determine that agents of the Six
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
1. Cellar Any exploration of the manor grounds finds it deserted, but with plenty of tracks leading to a stone staircase just off the empty ruin of a large kitchen. At the bottom of the stairs stands
area 2 take notice if the characters make a lot of noise here. They creep into the room, gaining surprise if the characters donât hear them (see âSurpriseâ in the Basic Rules). If the ruffians fight in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
opportunities? Benefits of Renown. Whether the characters back Ramya or Arijani and Reeva, or seek to play both sides, those who advance in their standing with a faction advance in that sideâs esteem, gaining
leaders enact their monstrous agendas upon the land, leading only to continued suffering. The Dark Powers ensure that the defeated faction doesnât remain quelled for long, though. The characters might
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
than from stone.
A narrow timber bridge sags across the channel, leading from the back of a crooked alley to what appears to be a partially sunken galley whose structure has been incorporated into the
the deck disappears into a wall of boarded-up and badly weathered buildings. The only cleared pathway across the tilted deck leads from the bridge to a pair of massive wooden doors leading into the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
groups you dealt with during your previous employment. You can communicate with your contacts, gaining information at the DMâs discretion. Suggested Characteristics If you were happy with your previous
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
pose as merchants and rely on their local contacts to move goods through the region without interference from the town guard or royal agents. Smuggling has long been an easy way to make money in
, Gellan has cultivated relationships with a number of contacts among the Sea Princes. His ships move illicit goods, including slaves, between their realm and Keoland. Gellan takes care to keep this side
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
burning caravans that belong to the rivals of those who do pay. Less scrupulous merchants are finding it easier to do business with the cult than to fight against them. Any Zhentarim contacts of the
Rath Modar and his âsplinter sectâ for their impudence. The bone devil assures the characters that they can earn the Red Wizardsâ favor by providing him with information leading to Rath Modarâs capture
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
burning caravans that belong to the rivals of those who do pay. Less scrupulous merchants are finding it easier to do business with the cult than to fight against them. Any Zhentarim contacts of the
Rath Modar and his splinter sect for their impudence. The bone devil assures the characters that they can earn the Red Wizardsâ favor by providing him with information leading to Rath Modarâs capture
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
burning caravans that belong to the rivals of those who do pay. Less scrupulous merchants are finding it easier to do business with the cult than to fight against them. Any Zhentarim contacts of the
Rath Modar and his âsplinter sectâ for their impudence. The bone devil assures the characters that they can earn the Red Wizardsâ favor by providing him with information leading to Rath Modarâs capture
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurerâs Guide
, who steal goods, sell wares in the street (sometimes those they have just stolen), meet unscrupulous contacts to hand off coin, information, or purloined items, and engage in the occasional spell
order to free up the post for one of her rivals within the city. It is conflicts and schemes such as this that keep Yartar from gaining prominence in the North. If the town can overcome its internal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
decks slope gently down toward the shipâs port side. The forecastle and quarterdeck are empty, and short wooden stumps are all that remain of the shipâs masts. The double doors leading to cabins fore
maps, gaining surprise unless the creature has a passive Perception score of 17 or higher. Combat in this area arouses the hungry vermin in the decks below. Beginning 1d4 rounds after the giant spiderâs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
lose more than half their number without gaining a foothold in the village, the survivors flee into the surrounding hills. Once the orcs are defeated, the characters can advance to 3rd level and head
his fellow elves have no love or respect for the residents of Nightstone, but they hate orcs more. Once the orcs are defeated, Rond yells out, âYouâre welcome!â before leading the elves back to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
with human tracks, as well as a set of tracks that look like they belong to a pair of giant rodents. The reptilian (kobold) tracks fan out, leading to areas M2, M3, and M4. The rodent (giant rat
river of fresh water from freezing. The river exits the cave through a 2œ-foot-wide fissure in the south wall, gaining speed as it moves through the narrow passage toward area M5. Any Medium or smaller
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
Redbrand Hideout Locations The following locations are keyed to map 2.2. Mike Schley Map 2.2: Redbrand Hideout View Player Version R1: Cellar The deserted manor grounds have plenty of tracks leading
. The satchel contains some valuable items (see âTreasureâ below). Development. The bandits in area R2 notice if the characters make a lot of noise here. They burst into the room, gaining surprise if
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
check to do so is made with disadvantage because of the roomâs standing water. Age and water compromised the slab door leading to area 6, which now stands askew. Treasure. Each of the Returned sentries
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->Storm King's Thunder
passengers come to relieve themselves. 3. Forward Stairs Curtains hang over open doorways leading forward and aft. Wooden staircases lead up to the main deck. 4. Lower Deck At dusk, rowers extend the shipâs
docked, the oars are pulled completely inside the boat. 5. Aft Stairs A curtain hangs over an open doorway leading forward. Wooden staircases lead up to the main deck. 6. Main Deck Forward Decorative
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->Dragon Delves
Lower Level Locations The following locations are keyed to map 4.1. S1: Doors of Glass and Brass The front doors leading to the atrium (area S2) are unlocked and unobstructed. They swing open easily
rubble and the remains of several merchant stalls. On the west side of the court is a wide, sliding glass door.
The sliding glass door leading to the supply room (area S6) requires a Glyph Card to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
the river, leading to a larger ledge on the south side that follows the course of the river to the east.
The underground river flows swiftly from east to west. The bridge is sturdy and sound
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
Undead troops, gaining them access to Kalamanâs rulers under the guise of being helpful Knights of Solamnia. During their audience with the cityâs rulers, Lord Soth, Caradoc, and their Undead knights
Wisdom (Perception) score notices a blood trail leading to a small, shattered door at the rear of the room. Beyond it, a hall leads to the sealed staircase detailed in the âPath Belowâ section
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
. The orcs in area 4 continue to fire at characters in areas 1 and 2. One orc from area 4 moves through the secret door leading to area 3, intending to close and bar the double doors leading to area 2
15 Wisdom (Perception) check. Developments. The orcs use the rock outcroppings on their side for shelter from attacks, gaining half cover. They throw their javelins at characters trying to cross the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
stand guard around this promontory, which has twisting steps leading up to where Splugoth stands.
A sandstone pillar rises from the mesa before the goblin. Floating above it is the orrery, its
gear or a rope providing advantage on the check. Twisting Steps and Rune Traps. The steps leading up the mesa shift underfoot as a result of Far Realm energy flooding through them, making them
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
of Elturelâs past decorate this white marble patio leading into the main chapel. The dark mahogany doors are ajar, and the remains of the patioâs windows have spread shattered stained glass
prepared for their daily services. Spiral stairs leading down are guarded by two creatures with insectoid features. Each one is armed with a wicked trident.
The stairs lead down into the workshop (area G7
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
glass walls and features an open-air catwalk. Map 3.1 shows the layout of the lighthouse tower, which is reached by way of a twisting but safe path leading up from the beach behind it. The Order of the
, making finishing a long rest impossible unless the characters leave the area. Front Door The door leading into the ground floor at the base of the lighthouse is both locked and trapped. Fusillade Trap. A
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
leading east, called the Eastway, stretches roughly thirteen miles to the town of Easthaven on the shore of Lac Dinneshere. The southwest route, known as the Caravan Trail, is called the Ten Trail where it
mines, and he has contacts throughout the dwarfholds of the North, including Mithral Hall. One of the patrons of Kelvinâs Comfort is Sir Baric Nylef (see appendix D), a knight of Tyr and a member of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Areas of the Fire Temple E1. Entrance An arrow slit is carved into the south wall of the lava tube leading to this area. The arrow slit is 3 feet tall, 6 inches wide, and unguarded. Behind the arrow
slit is a tunnel leading to area E6. Read the following text when the characters reach the chamber at the top of the stairs: The passage widens at this point, with two large alcoves flanking the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
ingredients and spices. V26. Temple of Zariel The iron double door leading to this room has Infernal runes carved into its arched door frame. A character who understands Infernal can translate these
leading to this room hears a half dozen humanoid voices chanting in Infernal. Characters who listen to the chants and understand that language can discern praise heaped upon the archdevil Zariel for