given cunning locations

Canoloth

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

are fiendish trackers and guardians employed by evil powers. They prefer to enter into contracts to guard valuable treasures and important locations. They always do exactly as asked—never any more

, never any less. With senses sharp enough to pinpoint the locations of nearby invisible creatures, canoloths respond unfailingly to any threat to their charges. Furthermore, they emit a magical

Rilsa Rael

Monsters Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

Cunning Action. On each of her turns in combat, Rilsa can use a bonus action to take the Dash, Disengage, or Hide action. Focus. If Rilsa damages a creature with a weapon attack, she gains advantage

’s most notorious locations is the Calim Jewel Emporium, widely regarded as the best jeweler in the city — and the best place to fence stolen gems, as it’s also the local Guild

Neogi Pirate

Monsters Spelljammer: Adventures in Space

individuals, aside from the ability that a given creature has to control others, and they don’t comprehend the emotional aspects of existence that humans and similar beings experience. To a

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 on the Astral Plane

Blue Abishai

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

Neogi

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

, aside from the ability that a given creature has to control others, and they don’t comprehend the emotional aspects of existence that humans and similar beings experience. To a neogi, hatred is as

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 their home world long

Trapper

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

cunning enough to change its color to match and then conceal itself under a thin layer of vegetation or actual snow. A trapper that lurks on the floor of its hunting grounds can cover any remains there

investigate the bones for valuables becomes the trapper’s next meal. A trapper needs to eat a halfling-sized meal once per week to remain sated. Given a steady supply of food, trappers are content to

Auril (First Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

loses all the traits and actions of the old form and gains those of the new form. A stat block is given for each of Auril’s three forms. These descriptions do not reflect Auril at full power, but

lair actions on initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties): Auril instantly knows the locations and health of all other creatures on the island. She knows how much damage each of these creatures

Auril (Third Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

. A stat block is given for each of Auril’s three forms. These descriptions do not reflect Auril at full power, but rather Auril as she is encountered in this adventure.Lair Actions Auril

instantly knows the locations and health of all other creatures on the island. She knows how much damage each of these creatures has taken, how many levels of exhaustion they have, and what conditions

Auril (Second Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

form survives. When she transitions from one form to another, she loses all the traits and actions of the old form and gains those of the new form. A stat block is given for each of Auril’s three

she’s on the island, the Frostmaiden can take one of the following lair actions on initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties): Auril instantly knows the locations and health of all other

Adult Emerald Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

":"damage", "rollAction":"Emerald Embers", "rollDamageType":"fire"} fire damage.Emerald dragons are the most curious, cunning, and manipulative of the gem dragons, wielding psionic power to weave illusions to

. Emerald Dragon Lairs Emerald dragons make their lairs in caves and subterranean ruins, favoring locations that have been abandoned—and ideally forgotten—by other creatures. They are most

Ancient Emerald Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

":"Emerald Embers", "rollDamageType":"fire"} fire damage.Emerald dragons are the most curious, cunning, and manipulative of the gem dragons, wielding psionic power to weave illusions to deceive and

for a history of the gods the dragon is compiling. Emerald Dragon Lairs Emerald dragons make their lairs in caves and subterranean ruins, favoring locations that have been abandoned&mdash

Urchin Legacy

Backgrounds Player’s Handbook (2014)

recuperate. You’ve survived despite all odds, and did so through cunning, strength, speed, or some combination of each. You begin your adventuring career with enough money to live modestly but

are not in combat, you (and companions you lead) can travel between any two locations in the city twice as fast as your speed would normally allow. Suggested Characteristics Urchins are

Adult Deep Dragon

monsters

ferocious might, cunning ambushes, or fungal poisons. Some adult deep dragons plunder the surface for treasures and lore. Deep Dragons Deep dragons slither through the wet and lightless places of the

dragons lair in fungus-encrusted caverns of the Underdark or old, forgotten ruins, preferring locations near subterranean bodies of water. The region containing an adult or ancient deep dragon&rsquo

Urchin - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

elements, and endured sickness without the advantage of medicine or a place to recuperate. You’ve survived despite all odds, and did so through cunning, strength, speed, or some combination of each

can find passages through the urban sprawl that others would miss. When you are not in combat, you (and companions you lead) can travel between any two locations in the city twice as fast as your

Urban Bounty Hunter

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

areas to help you succeed. You might be a cunning thief-catcher, prowling the rooftops to catch one of the myriad burglars of the city. Perhaps you are someone who has your ear to the street, aware of

situation. I never raise my voice or let my emotions control me. 3 The first thing I do in a new place is note the locations of everything valuable—or where such things could be hidden

Triton Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

spread across the world’s oceans and established protectorates to watch over deep sea trenches, portals, undersea caves, and other locations where their enemies might lurk. They defeated their

, leaving the tritons vulnerable to deception. With their strong martial tradition, tritons can sometimes be too eager to leap into a fight. Strangers to the Surface Given their isolation, most tritons

Far Traveler

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

locations discussed here, it is far more unnatural. You hail from one of the settlements in the Underdark, each of which has its own strange customs and laws. If you are a native of one of the great

and wonderful! (Chaotic) 4 Cunning. Though I may not know their ways, neither do they know mine, which can be to my advantage. (Evil) 5 Inquisitive. Everything is new, but I have a thirst

Town Description

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

Town Description Phandalin is small, so the characters can visit multiple locations and NPCs throughout a given day. If the players choose to have their characters split up, they can cover more

ground, but you’ll have to take turns running each interaction for each player. Splitting the party also makes the “Redbrand Ruffians” encounter potentially more dangerous. The following sections detail specific locations in town.

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

on. Even a stupid or physically weak kobold is given a role in the tribe, whether something as simple as picking mushrooms for food or watching over hatchlings, and they all understand that their

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

Goblin Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

appreciation for the finer things! — Volo Goblins occupy an uneasy place in a dangerous world, and they react by lashing out at any creatures they believe they can bully. Cunning in battle and

the symbols used are rarely the same between different tribes and often make little sense to other creatures. Some possible status symbols are given in the Status Symbols table. A caste or a boss

Card Reading

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

the Tome of Strahd (described in appendix C). Read the boxed text for the appropriate card, as given in the “Treasure Locations” section that follows. 2. The Holy Symbol of Ravenkind Flip over card 2

the boxed text for the appropriate card, as given in the “Treasure Locations” section that follows. 3. The Sunsword Flip over card 3, and read: This is a card of power and strength. It tells of a

Chapter 2: Places of Interest (continued)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

Chapter 2: Places of Interest (continued) The remainder of this chapter describes places of interest throughout Icewind Dale. Map 2.1 notes their locations, although you can move them elsewhere to

in Ten-Towns table) or a quest. The adventure locations that follow are balanced for characters of at least 4th level. Lower-level characters can survive the encounters in these locations if they’re

Chapter 2: Places of Interest

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

Chapter 2: Places of Interest The remainder of this chapter describes places of interest throughout Icewind Dale. Map 2.1 notes their locations, although you can move them elsewhere to suit the needs

-Towns table) or a quest. The adventure locations that follow are balanced for characters of at least 4th level. Lower-level characters can survive the encounters in these locations if they’re cautious and

Using the Maps

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

the DM’s eyes only. As the characters explore locations on a given map, you can redraw portions of the map on graph paper, a wet-erase mat, or other surface to help your players visualize locations that

map is meant to be shared with the players. One side of the poster map shows the Phandalin region, including prominent locations in the Underdark where the characters will travel. If the players

Using the Maps

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

the DM’s eyes only. As the characters explore locations on a given map, you can redraw portions of the map on graph paper, a wet-erase mat, or other surface to help your players visualize locations that

Icewind Dale, including Ten-Towns and other sites and features in the region that are common knowledge. The reverse side has player-friendly maps of the ten settlements that comprise Ten-Towns, with prominent locations called out in each town for the players’ benefit.

Introducing the Deck

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

directly, but where might is insufficient, guile and cunning can prevail. Finally, the characters might simply be given a deck by someone who wants them to have it. Rifflers, mischievous fey

, Asteria or Euryale, detailed in chapter 22, might give a deck to characters desperate to change their destiny. Hello there! I’ve snuck some notes throughout this book—it felt appropriate, given my experience with this wondrous deck. May my words provide you with insight and inspiration! −Asteria

Locations of the North

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

Locations of the North The locations described in this section appear on the wilderness maps in this chapter. Additional information on several of these places can be found in the Sword Coast

ignore the encounter and create your own activity based on the information given in a location’s description; for example, the “Arn Forest” section mentions rock gnomes who inhabit the woods, which might make for a fun encounter of your own creation. Map 3.1: The North

The Oases

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

. Har’Akir’s people say this oasis’s waters are poison, as the oasis was given by the gods to the beasts of the land. Prides of cunning lions hunt nearby, frequently washing their kills here. Sek’s Tears

Kollema Hall Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

Kollema Hall Locations The following locations are keyed to map 5.2. This map depicts only the building’s first floor, part of its symmetrical second floor, and the infirmary on its third floor. The

full building consists of ten floors, but these locations are the most relevant to the characters’ activities. Map 5.2: kollema hall View Player Version K1. Serenity Quadrants Study areas under the

Using the Maps

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

locations on a given map, you can redraw portions of the map on graph paper, a wet-erase mat, or another surface to help your players visualize locations that might have unusual shapes or features. Your maps

Using the Maps

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

Using the Maps This book contains a number of interior maps. Interior Maps Maps that appear in this book are for the DM only. As the characters explore locations on a given map, you can redraw

portions of the map on graph paper, an erasable mat, or another surface to help your players visualize locations with unusual shapes or features. Your hand-drawn maps needn’t be faithful to the originals

Hitting the Streets

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

Canoloth

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

Canoloth Canoloths prefer to enter into contracts to guard valuable treasures and important locations. They always do exactly as asked — never any more, never any less. With senses sharp enough to

pinpoint the locations of nearby invisible creatures, canoloths respond unfailingly to any threat to their charges. Furthermore, they emit a magical distortion field that prevents creatures close to

Planar Portals

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

, appearing as a clear window or a fog-shrouded passage, and interplanar travel is as simple as moving through the portal. Other portals are locations—circles of standing stones, soaring towers, sailing ships

where they want to go. Most portals exist in distant locations, and a portal’s location often has thematic similarities to the plane it leads to. For example, a portal to Mount Celestia might be

Exploring the Mortuary

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Adventure Atlas: The Mortuary

Exploring the Mortuary Like other megastructures in Sigil, the Mortuary is boundless and difficult to map. Unlike with dungeons and other finite locations, exploring the Mortuary is akin to roaming a

, and experience the occasional encounter. Given the Mortuary’s size and confounding layout, if the characters are searching for a specific place in the Mortuary, the characters might need to make a

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