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Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
, wall of forceSeekers of forgotten lore and lost relics, blue abishais are the most cunning and learned of their kind. Their research into occult subjects gleaned from tomes plundered from across the
;s. There is inherent risk in countermanding an order given by Tiamat, but interfering with Asmodeus’s plans invites certain destruction.Fire, Lightning, PoisonCold; Bludgeoning, Piercing, and
Magic Items
Acquisitions Incorporated
Also at rank 1, you are given use of an Acquisitions Incorporated sending stone, an uncommon magic item that resembles a gemstone in a bold setting. It functions like a normal sending stones;sending
stone. These rumors reflect current or historical knowledge possessed by Acquisitions Incorporated or the organization’s many contacts.
Improved Rumor Mill
At rank 3, when you use your Rumor
Magic Items
Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
1 minor detrimental property
Legend Lore. The Stone of Golorr has 3 charges and regains 1d3 expended charges daily at dawn. While holding the stone, you can expend 1 of its charges to cast the
legend lore spell.
By using the stone to cast legend lore, you communicate directly with the aboleth, and it shares its knowledge with you. The aboleth can’t lie to you, but the information it
Magic Items
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Stirring properties, and while you are holding a Wakened focus, you can use it to cast certain spells. Once the item is used to cast a given spell, it can’t be used to cast that spell again
monster, Rime's binding ice*
Gem. Rary's telepathic bond, Raulothim's psychic lance*
Metallic. Fizban's platinum shield,* legend lore
Dragon-Touched Focus (Ascendant);Ascendant (Legendary). The Ascendant
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
ruins. You are part of a savage society that clings desperately to the Old Ways — attuned to nature, full of primal rage, and given short shrift by a world consumed with continuing civilization
manipulated by people I find attractive.
6
I’m not actually all that angry.
Contacts
The members of the Gruul Clans rely on each other even as they vie for territory and glory. Their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
inspiration for contacts you might encounter during any given encounter with your adventurer’s guild. Guild Contacts d10 Contact 1 The charismatic leader of the guild, who doesn’t actually do very much
Adventurers’ Guild Contacts Typically, an adventuring group has no particular contact within the larger guild. There’s a local leader or bookkeeper who collects dues, but otherwise you might interact
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
life. If you have a contact in the Tyrants, you might know someone on the Tyrants Contacts table. Tyrants Contacts d4 Contact 1 Korryn (elf) maintains Korryn’s Quill, a shop in the Bazaar of Dura
information broker, with access to a wide array of rumors. 3 Chaela Tas (half-elf) is a grifter with dozens of plots afoot at any given time. Though this identity is the face they wear with you, they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
Hitting the Streets The characters can take several approaches to investigating Krenko’s whereabouts: meeting with contacts, sussing out rumors, or visiting important locations. Meet with Contacts If
information. After 1d6 hours, a character sifting through rumors makes a DC 15 Charisma (Persuasion) check. On a success, they find out one previously unknown piece of information from among those given below
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
simply hunts. The leader of a hunt is handpicked by one of the grim champions and is usually the most powerful Undead on the hunt, although sometimes a weak but clever Undead is given command over
throughout the multiverse and has contacts and agents everywhere. Many of these informers don’t know who or what the Grim Harrow really is; they know only that the hunters are terrifying and will kill
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
are concerned. Any given Dimir agent knows of no more than a handful of alleyway contacts and dossier drop spots. One agent knows another only by a code name, or receives communications only at a
Inside the House House Dimir has a clandestine aspect hidden from all but its most important members. The guildmaster, Lazav, and his direct contacts guide and manipulate the covert operations of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
), Book (occult lore), Scholar’s Pack, and 15 GP; or (B) 100 GP Warlocks quest for knowledge that lies hidden in the fabric of the multiverse. They often begin their search for magical power by
delving into tomes of forbidden lore, dabbling in invocations meant to attract the power of extraplanar beings, or seeking places of power where the influence of these beings can be felt. In no time, each
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation Supplement
any given time, Ahoyhoy is home to 4d6 adult tortles (see “Tortles”), 2d6 young tortles (noncombatants with AC 14 and 2 hit points each), and an old tortle druid named Mudgraw (for roleplaying notes
special areas covered with rope nets to protect the eggs from large flying predators. If the characters prod the tortles of Ahoyhoy for lore about the island and its inhabitants, each tortle they talk to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
as a small sect of wereravens (see chapter 5) dedicated to opposing the evils of Strahd von Zarovich. Though their numbers were not enough to oppose the Darklord directly, they sought useful lore and
occultists, the wereravens saw potential. KEEPER CHARACTERS
Characters playing members of the Keepers of the Feather have access to contacts with interest in spiritualism and the occult, including hapless
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Choose A or B: (A) Leather Armor, Sickle, 2 Daggers, Arcane Focus (orb), Book (occult lore), Scholar’s Pack, and 15 GP; or (B) 100 GP Warlocks quest for knowledge that lies hidden in the fabric of the
multiverse. They often begin their search for magical power by delving into tomes of forbidden lore, dabbling in invocations meant to attract the power of extraplanar beings, or seeking places of power
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
given earlier in the adventure. The legend lore spell returns only the following response: “The shackle that is the key, the prison built by a prisoner.” That cryptic clue refers to the manner in
Inquiries in Candlekeep Knowing that The Scrivener’s Tale came to them from Ramilir, the characters are likely to question him about the book’s origins. Horrified at having mistakenly given the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
parchment in the southwest corner, facing the north door. Elan recently acquired a spell scroll of legend lore from Wormriddle the night hag and is carefully copying the spell from the scroll to his
attempt to copy Wormriddle’s spell scroll was successful, Elan’s book also contains legend lore. 13b. Arch Gate to Level 6 Arch. Embedded in the south wall is a stone arch bearing images of beholders
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
inclined to sing for their supper, although most will, given the need. Bards literally have magic to them, and the powers they command through their performance and lore earns them additional respect. In
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
actions invoke. Dark Sorority. Hags maintain contact with each other and share knowledge. Through such contacts, it is likely that any given hag knows of every other hag in existence. Hags don’t like each
accumulate much knowledge of local lore, dark creatures, and magic, which they are pleased to sell. Hags enjoy watching mortals bring about their own downfall, and a bargain with a hag is always dangerous
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
Intelligence (Investigation) check finds useful books of Chultan lore mixed in with the romances. Use this as an opportunity to answer specific questions posed by the players. A library won’t reveal the
location of Omu, but a book of lore might mention the city and describe it as it was during its height. 11. Family Rooms The merchant prince’s children, spouses, and other close family members live in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
master bard attended each of the elder colleges, seeking to learn its musical and magical secrets. Traditionally, the colleges were attended in the order given above, starting with Fochlucan. That
, yielded a faculty able to revive the college, and the House of the Harp adopted the Fochlucan name once again. Most of its bards study and practice the methods of the College of Lore, as described
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
The Golden Goose The wooden coin given to the characters by Princess Serissa is fairly unremarkable and easy to produce. It’s half again the size of a typical gold coin, and there’s nothing magical
about it. A legend lore spell provides no clues as to its origin, since the coin isn’t legendary. Any character who has a background, a bond, or a flaw related to gambling or festhalls knows that the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
the History skill who lays eyes on one of these treasures can recall its lore with a successful DC 20 Intelligence (History) check. Black Opal Crown The Black Opal Crown was once worn by the archmage
chunk of the moon, this polished egg-shaped stone was given as a gift by the ruling syl-pasha of Calimport to his sailor daughter. It is said that anyone who holds the stone can always find the way
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
stories are rarely tolerant of nonbelievers. Outsiders might be given a chance to adopt the community’s ways, but otherwise are considered heretics or corrupting elements. Assuredly, their ancient
relate to some sort of ancient lore. Art, symbols, tools, celebrations, and other trappings of belief help make a community’s traditions more specific and eerie. Community members typically hide their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
seek lore and materials to refine the operation of the characters’ portalometer. Candlekeep The many towers of the largest and most storied library in all Faerûn are the perfect place to search for
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
their own Acquisitions Incorporated franchise! The characters need to send a message to Omin Dran to report their findings. Not long after, Omin contacts them using magic, congratulating them on their
, but if not, give them time. Make sure it’s clear what each position entails and what franchise duties a character with a given position is expected to perform. In addition to the characters’ positions
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
and his fearless wife Anna (LG female human noble) have no living children. The last of their four children, Ilya, died of an illness seven days ago at the age of fourteen. Given their age, the
to the Abbot’s sneaky mongrelfolk gravediggers (see area S6). Krezk Lore In addition to the information known to all Barovians (see “Barovian Lore” in chapter 2), the villagers of Krezk (called
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
favors are the benefits you gain for having an immortal being as your group’s patron, and they might include any of the following boons: Contacts. Your group is almost certainly not the only one
skin. Alternatively, a character might hear words from the Prophecy in dreams or visions, or surfacing from some deeply buried memory of a traumatic event.
Given access to the words of the Prophecy
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
any other way. Assume that Ezzat knows all the information about Halaster given in appendix A, including the Mad Mage’s lair actions and regional effects, but not his statistics.
If the characters
book lies open on the desk, next to a quill and a jar of ink. This is Ezzat’s journal, a distillation of the lore found in his other books. Any character who reads the journal learns Undermountain’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
.
Coffers. Rows of dusty niches line the walls. Roughly half of the niches contain small wooden coffers.
The stove was given a semblance of life through an animate objects spell made permanent by a
and four ivory strips worth 50 gp each (legend lore) 16 A black crystal dodecahedron worth 500 gp (magic jar) 17 Three adder stomachs and a pouch containing powdered rhubarb leaves (Melf’s acid arrow
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
discovery that could tip the scales in his favor might be enough to entice him to act against his fellow Lords of the Nine. Given his reclusive nature, gaining an audience with Dispater is difficult at
search of any lost lore that could help to turn a soul to Dispater’s service. Such a secret could be a lost spell sought by a mighty archmage, who pledges fealty to Dispater in return for the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
graves or tombs. Many of these symbols were derived from elven lore or borrowed from groups like the Harpers. While by no means a secret language, these trail marks are often obtuse to non-rangers
spread. Other rangers spy on enemy troops or hunt down dangerous beasts or criminals. Given that so much of the North is frontier, rangers play a critical role in keeping communities safe and are often admired within them.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
experts share contacts, exchange resources such as materials or tools, and leverage their collective influence to affect politics for their benefit. Alternatively, merchants and other business owners
existing enchanted items and might be willing to buy or trade adventurers’ spoils. 4 Moneychangers. These merchants deal in all forms of currency, acting as bankers, loan agents, and crucial contacts for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
ignorance is an intentional part of the dungeon’s security structure. If given time, however, she can confirm Doomvault lore that the characters learn. Syranna can relate the following information to
. Unfortunately for the characters, Syranna isn’t familiar with the inside of the Doomvault. Her position as overseer of the gatehouse has given her only general knowledge of the dungeon. She explains that her
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
carrying off valuable dragon lore, they deal a blow to the cult and might gain the Arcane Brotherhood as allies in the process. The Cult Strikes Back (Part 1). The cult’s leaders aren’t oblivious to
shaping the fight against the cult. Xonthal’s Tower. The Cult of the Dragon is not without its own internal strife, as the adventurers discover when a cultist contacts them with the offer to turn
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
at rank 1, you are given use of an Acquisitions Incorporated sending stone, an uncommon magic item that resembles a gemstone in a bold setting. It functions like a normal sending stone, except that
mission, which come to you through your sending stone. These rumors reflect current or historical knowledge possessed by Acquisitions Incorporated or the organization’s many contacts.
SENDING STONE