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Volo's Guide to Monsters
moves its tribe to another area, ceding the contested territory to its more successful neighbors.
As demonstrated by their hatred of gnomes, kobolds have a persecution complex and easily take offense
rock outcroppings, creating warrens above the water line.
Kobolds reside most commonly in hilly or mountainous terrain. Such locations usually have natural caves suitable for living space, plenty of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
4. Gorgon Mud Pool Three fossilized stone giants stand in alcoves along the south wall of this cave, the floor of which gently slopes down to a 70-foot-wide, 20-foot-deep pool of gorgon mud (see
does so if it succeeds on a Strength (Athletics) check contested by the target’s Strength (Athletics) or Dexterity (Acrobatics) check (the target chooses the ability to use). When the giant appears, it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
description of the different locations throughout the outpost as a guide to opportunities. Taking something without being noticed requires a successful Dexterity (Sleight of Hand) check contested by the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy
Locations in Realmspace The following locations are depicted on the map of Realmspace. Realmspace Map Anadia The surface of Anadia is an expanse of badlands and dry washes except at its poles, where
the land flattens out into gently rolling, fertile hills dotted with forests and patches of grassland. Communities of halflings occupy the polar areas, while the barren wastes are populated by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
long and leads to area 6. On the east side of the hill is a dry, 100-foot-long tunnel that gently slopes down to area 3a. If the characters climb to the top of the hill and look around for other possible
that follow describe locations on that map. DRIPPING CAVES: GENERAL FEATURES
The Dripping Caves are naturally formed and have the following features in common.
Darkness. The Dripping Caves contain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Tepui Locations The following locations are keyed to map 14.1. Map 14.1: ghost orchid tepuiView Player Version A1: Waterfall Pool As the characters approach the base of the tepui, read or paraphrase
Wisdom (Insight) check contested by the cloakers’ Charisma (Deception) check recognizes that the “spirit” is a little too eager with its request. Additionally, a character who succeeds on a DC 18
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal
Nereid One of the most inviting locations in The Hidden Shrine of Tamoachan is a gently illuminated pool of water, beside which sits a lovely being singing a pleasant tune. The figure is a nereid — a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
days’ travel) Locations in Doomspace The following locations are depicted on the map of Doomspace. DoomspaceView Player Version Eye of Doom The Eye of Doom is the remains of Doomspace’s sun. This
. Fyreen Fyreen is a volcanic world despoiled by dragons. The planet’s remaining resources are hotly contested, giving rise to tyrants. Temperatures on Fyreen plunged dramatically after the sun
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
characters’ lives if they lend a helping hand. Someone who makes a successful Wisdom (Insight) check contested by the dragon’s Charisma (Deception) check discerns that she has no intention of keeping
that she’s big enough to scoop up Meltharond with one claw; she does so—gently—and flies back to her lair atop the Reghed Glacier. Tinjong the Verbeeg If the characters are unable to stand against or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
determined at any given time is which lord holds sway over which parts of the Abyss, and which areas are being contested by two or more lords. And as soon as such a fact becomes known, it might already
be obsolete. Getting Around Portals connect various locations in the Abyss, but these passages are as unreliable as anything else in this environment. Most of them fluctuate, sometimes winking in and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
city for secure locations, or look for other survivors who might have skills or information that can assist them. Lulu might also regain memories that grant her insight into where to go next. If the
rounds gently resting the sword of the Unknown Hero on the Helm of Torm’s Sight. While the prayer is being spoken, the one holding the sword must succeed on a DC 11 Constitution saving throw at the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
Upper Level Locations Dyson Logos Map: Starglass Waypoint Upper LevelView Player Version The following locations are keyed to Map: Starglass Waypoint Upper Level. S13: Balcony This 10-foot-high
into Modron. Create Sensor. You create an invisible sensor in one of the following locations (your choice): the atrium (area S2), fountain court (area S3), merchants’ concourse (area S7), Astral gate
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
. The following locations are identified on map 2.6. Map 2.6: The Black Lake View Player Version 50. The Cascade The stream in area 38 flows over the edge of the chasm and pours down into a turbulent
shown on the map. Any character watching the lake can make a Wisdom (Perception) check contested by the dragon’s Dexterity (Stealth) check. On a successful check, the character catches a glimpse of a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
building with a gently sloping thatch roof. Its furnishings have been bolted to the floor, since the hut lurches from side to side when it walks. Heart of the Hut. The gemstone that has given life to
contested by the creature’s Strength check. If the broom wins the contest, it flies out of the creature’s grasp and makes a melee attack against it with advantage on the attack roll.
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Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Lodge Locations The ice lodge was where Garagai lived and entertained other frost giants. Although not a jarl, Garagai held a respected position among the frost giants of the Far North. Everything in
the lodge is built for giants and therefore quite large. The ceilings inside soar to a height of 30 feet. Map 1.8: Frost Giant Ice LodgeView Player Version The following locations are keyed to map
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
arrive at the dwarves’ cramped hideout. Other than Grasha, seven other dwarves are present: Reka, Blem, Grap, Lop, Oske, Trop, and Yula. Reka, Grasha’s wife, steps forward to gently scold Grasha (in
Cave Locations The following locations are keyed to map 5.5. Map 5.5: bluemaw cave View Player Version F1: Crystal Cave Blue crystal formations line the walls and floors of this cavern, so dense in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
encounter occurs on a roll of 16 or higher. Alternatively, map 6.1 offers suggested locations where encounters might occur. To determine what the characters find, roll on the Mountain Encounters table
routes of several border patrols, as well as the locations of a gnome vale, a hermit’s hut, and a troll cave (detailed in the encounters that follow). Berythrach also knows the approximate location of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
Redwood Grove Locations The following locations are keyed to Map: Redwood Grove. R1: Looming Redwood A redwood looms above, its lowest branches impossibly high up and its bark weeping darkened sap
of Oil Shovel R8: Burial Mound A wide, gently sloping dirt mound rises 30 feet in the air, enveloped in feathery grass. Yellow, sickly-looking flowers bloom around the mound’s edges.
This is the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
Detention Bog Locations The following sections are keyed to map 6.1. The characters begin on the island in the southeast corner of the map. Map 6.1: the detention bog View Player Version D1. The
) fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one. Dealing with the Crate. A character who realizes the crate’s orange glow is a bad sign can gently shake the crate to rearrange
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Skytower Shelter Locations Skytower Shelter is a cave complex carved into the northwest face of a 15,000-foot-high mountain. Tunnels are 10 feet high throughout, and the caves are lit by torches. The
following locations are keyed to map 2.13. S1. Stone Causeway A 10-foot-wide stone causeway hugs the side of the mountain and ascends to Skytower Shelter. Six griffons circling the mountain’s peak
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
a dozen or two dozen halfling or gnome families, living in homes molded gently into rolling hills. Relatively shallow valleys serve as agricultural land, while the slopes are used for growing vine
gnomes will certainly rise up in defense of their homes and neighbors when called upon. Some of the rural settlements mark the former locations of mines that have been played out. It isn’t uncommon for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
the cornices and gaze down protectively; these seemingly inert statues are stone golems charged with defending the temple. If called to service, they glide gently to the ground using a programmed
admittance with a successful Wisdom (Insight) check contested by the forger’s Dexterity (Deception) check. Anyone caught presenting a forged letter is denied access to the Inner Ward indefinitely. A
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Geode Locations G1. Hall of the Guardians This cave lies at the end of a twisting, declining tunnel that began in area F13 of the Fane of the Eye. The rough walls of this cavern rise to a vaulted
(Deception) check contested by the guards’ Wisdom (Insight) checks; if all the characters succeed, the guards are fooled and allow them to pass. If combat erupts here, two earth elementals burst up
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Areas of the Vault The following locations are keyed to map 4.9. View Player Version V1. Vault Door A 20-foot-high, 20-foot-wide stone corridor ends before an adamantine double door bearing Dwarvish
of their story. Fooling the dragon requires each character within his line of sight to succeed on a Charisma (Deception) check contested by the dragon’s Wisdom (Insight) check. If even one character
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
(see appendix B). The following locations are keyed to map 5.4. Stacey Allan & William Doyle Map 5.4: Gauntlet View Player Version P54: Prit’s Tunnel If the party discovers this tunnel by traveling
places a hand into the impression, the water column flows backward for the next 10 minutes. Creatures that enter the column are gently ushered up to area P65. P58: Reading Room The walls, ceiling, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Areas of Terminus The following encounter locations are keyed to map 4.14. This map does not depict the entire district of Terminus, but it shows the most likely places the characters explore in this
no idea why Daask abducted him and begs for the characters to free him. A character who succeeds on a Wisdom (Insight) check contested by Corrin’s Charisma (Deception) check knows the halfling is lying
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
Tomb Locations The following locations are keyed to the map of the tomb of Valin Sarnaster. Map 15.1: tomb of valin sarnaster View Player Version T1. Portal The portal beneath the House of the All
, a strange sense of lightness fills them, and they begin to lift gently from the floor. A zero-gravity effect in this chamber grants any creature a flying speed equal to its walking speed while in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Goldenfields Locations The following locations are identified on map 2.2. Map 2.2: Goldenfields View Player Version G1. Gatehouse The Northfurrow trail ends before a magnificent stone gatehouse
the brewery is a natural spring that bubbles up to form a small lake. A river flows gently eastward, then northward, then eastward again, passing under two arching, moss-covered stone bridges before
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
him to stone when next they meet. Flutterfoot knows the features and layout of Xanathar’s lair, as well as the beholder’s current whereabouts and the locations of secret doors, except the ones leading
. Secret Hallway This magically lit hall is concealed behind secret doors. It circumvents the audience chamber (area X18) and gently slopes down toward the east. Finding either secret door requires a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
Paliset Hall Locations The following locations are keyed to map 12.2. Map 12.2: DM’s Map View Player Version P1: Fountain and Patio The following description assumes the characters arrive here from
guest room for a trice. But pine not! I expect he’ll rejoin us before long.”
Oren senses trouble between Lord and Lady Adulare, but he won’t pry into their affairs, and he gently discourages other
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Palace of Spires Locations The following locations are keyed to map 4.3. Marc Moureau Map 4.3: Palace of Spires View Player Version P1: Gatehouse A short, square tunnel constructed from purple-red
ceiling on delicate chains, and a young human man and woman relax on it as it gently sways. Slender golden perches dot the walls, and songbirds flit between them as they sing.
This bedroom once
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
Lair Locations Jared Blando Map: Nakari’s Lair View Player Version The following locations are keyed to the “Underground” half of Map: Nakari’s Lair. N1: East Entrance Ethereal music travels up this
courtesy of a Sequester spell. Nakari keeps dust and other detritus from accumulating on the slab and Yemi’s resting form. Yemi wears a glass key keepsake on a copper chain around her neck, and she gently
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
Encounter Locations The following locations are keyed to the map of the Lykortha Expanse. Map 18.1: lykortha expanse View Player Version L1. Entrance Ahead, a darkened cave mouth beckons from
bridges rises in the distance. A cloud of spores falls gently from the sky, covering everything in a fine layer of the substance.
A tall creature beckons with a smile. Her body’s top half vaguely
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
Cottage Locations The following locations are keyed to Map: Candy Cottage. C1: Porch A covered porch, its planks composed of bright pink wafers, extends from the front of the cottage. The front door
, two chairs, and a low table. Delicate candy teacups rest on white sugar doilies along the table’s edge. A candy teakettle hangs in the hearth over a crackling fire, whistling gently.
Uncle
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Locations in Triboar The following locations are identified on map 2.3. Outlying ranches and farmsteads are not described here, since they have little bearing on this part of the adventure. You can
(Deception) check contested by Urlam’s Wisdom (Insight) check. T10. Northshield House Northshield House is a fine local inn — stately, clean, and quiet. The proprietor, Urgala Meltimer (see appendix D