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Magic Items
Acquisitions Incorporated
, which you play back liberally
Whispered Encyclopedia
At rank 2, your whisper jar becomes an uncommon magic item that can tap into the broader lore of Acquisitions Incorporated. As a bonus action
item. As an action, you can cause the jar to function as a wand of enemy detection, whereupon it whispers the direction to foes within range. This property of the whisper jar can’t be used
Monsters
Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse
primal evil power before other yugoloths or that they come from an epoch before the current manifestation of the planes. Baernaloths refuse to say, but most obsess over secrets and obscene lore regarding
wounded foes alive, sometimes indefinitely, to prolong their suffering. Even striking against a baernaloth brings misery—they can cause an attacker’s old wounds to painfully reopen. All the
Monsters
Divine Contention
’s spellcasting ability is Charisma (spell save DC 19). She can innately cast the following spells, requiring no material components:
1/day each: invisibility, legend lore, protection from
(losing initiative ties), the dragon takes a lair action to cause one of the following effects; the dragon can’t use the same effect two rounds in a row:
Grasping roots and vines erupt in a 20
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
able to awaken psionic potential in others, and many of the greatest psi warriors in history were the dragon’s students.
4
After centuries guarding the world against incursions from the Far
lore spell, requiring no spell components, naming any person, place, or object within 1 mile of the lair as the spell’s subject.
Crystal Profusion. Amethyst crystals and geodes form along muddy
Monsters
Storm King's Thunder
: blight, legend lore (cast as 1 action), locate creature, pass without trace, protection from energy, true seeingClaugiyliamatar can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the options below. Only one
their lairs with vegetation.
Lair Actions
On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties), the dragon takes a lair action to cause one of the following effects; the dragon can’t use the same
Monsters
The Book of Many Things
with advantage.Sometimes deeply devout people, usually either Humanoids or medusas, dedicate themselves to a cause and are transformed by a deity or magic into hierophant medusas—beings with
often decorated with the petrified bodies of creatures that raised arms against the medusa or its followers. The lair is typically a rich repository of knowledge, with lore both worldly and esoteric
Monsters
Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
, suggestion
3rd level (3 slots): dispel magic, remove curse, tongues
4th level (3 slots): banishment, greater invisibility
5th level (1 slot): legend lore
It has a +1 bonus to Intelligence checks and
, within which are hidden divine secrets and treasures beyond the reach of mortals.
Lair Actions
On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties), the sphinx can take a lair action to cause one of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
exhale brilliant flames and weakening magic to rout their foes. Gold dragons favor grasslands and pristine forests, frequently dwelling near awe-inspiring natural wonders or guarding monuments from ancient
civilizations. In their lairs, gold dragons hoard coins and gems, but they frequently put their treasure to use in pursuit of greater goals. They often use their riches to buy rare lore books, pay informants, or patronize idealistic adventurers.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
recently disturbed their remains and claimed the lore they were guarding. The wraith was one of the haints’ captors. The haints are free now, but the tomes they protected are in danger. They entreat
’ questions, the mist filling the common room swirls faster, and the characters hear the distant sound of howling wind and pounding waves. The spirits cry out, “Something terrible threatens our precious lore
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
measures your ability to recall lore about spells, magic items, eldritch symbols, magical traditions, the planes of existence, and the inhabitants of those planes. History Your Intelligence (History) check
measures your ability to recall lore about historical events, legendary people, ancient kingdoms, past disputes, recent wars, and lost civilizations. Investigation When you look around for clues and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
measures your ability to recall lore about spells, magic items, eldritch symbols, magical traditions, the planes of existence, and the inhabitants of those planes. History. Your Intelligence (History) check
measures your ability to recall lore about historical events, legendary people, ancient kingdoms, past disputes, recent wars, and lost civilizations. Investigation. When you look around for clues and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
memories. They collect the histories and lore of those they live among, guarding cultures’ stories and passing them on to new generations with infallible accuracy. Guardian nagas that outlive their
Guardian Naga Enduring Serpentine Lore Keeper Habitat: Desert, Forest, Planar (Upper Planes); Treasure: Relics Alejandro Pacheco Guardian nagas are immortal, serpentine scholars that possess perfect
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
characters meet descendants of the city’s original inhabitants, they might be asked to free the city of the ooze, perhaps in exchange for valuable lost lore. Kwalish might also ask for their aid in
restoring the city to its former state. If the undead medusa guarding area O4 is overcome, the crown and scepter recovered from the monastery can be used to open the temple gate, as noted in the adventure
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
would have opened it. 4 A sage becomes obsessed with convincing you of a number of strange theories about reality.* 5 Your actions cause you to be banned from a library until you make reparations.* 6 You uncovered useful lore, but only by promising to complete a dangerous task in return. *Might involve a rival
Research Forewarned is forearmed. The research downtime activity allows a character to delve into lore concerning a monster, a location, a magic item, or some other particular topic. Resources
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
cooperative. Deviating from this course might cause conflict between the wielder and the item, and could even cause the item to prevent the use of its activated properties. You can pick a special
figure. 8 Lore Seeker: The item craves knowledge or is determined to solve a mystery, learn a secret, or unravel a cryptic prophecy. 9 Destiny Seeker: The item is convinced that it and its wielder have key
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
skills as part of a band of rangers affiliated with a druidic circle, trained in mystic paths as well as wilderness lore. You might be self-taught, a recluse who learned combat skills, tracking, and even
your home village? Or did you see too much of the destruction these monsters cause and commit yourself to reining in their depredations? Is your adventuring career a continuation of your work in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
periodically congregate and cause havoc in the nearby ocean. The Lightsea Lancers—who take their name from the shallow coastal waters Djaynaians call the Lightsea—was formed to monitor such threats before
the land above. To keep such lore safe, ancestral Janyans built structures in hidden reaches, like the Trench of Love Lost, to archive sacred wisdom before it was lost. Eventually, though, such archives faded from memory. Profound Djaynaian secrets remain hidden in the deep, awaiting rekindling.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
Brotherhood, is an acknowledged expert on the Draakhorn—an ancient relic being used by the cult to summon dragons to their cause. She disappeared three years ago in the Sea of Moving Ice, where she is
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 the damage being
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Sage You’re well versed in history and arcane lore, and you have a gift for uncovering the information you need. What is it that drives your pursuit of knowledge? 1d4 Sage
1 You’re an
cutting edge of arcane theory. House Cannith, Arcanix—they’re all idiots. You’re on the verge of a major discovery (The cause of the Mourning? The nature of warforged souls? Establishing a connection to new realms of existence?) but the pieces you need are out there in the world.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
Brotherhood, is an acknowledged expert on the Draakhorn—an ancient relic being used by the cult to summon dragons to their cause. She disappeared three years ago in the Sea of Moving Ice, where she is
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 the damage being
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
Eidolon Ghostly spirits bound by a sacred oath to safeguard places of import to the divine, eidolons stalk temples and vaults to ensure that no enemy can gain a foothold against the gods’ cause. If
drives out the intruders bent on plundering the relics it is charged with guarding. Eidolon
Medium undead, any alignment
Armor Class 9
Hit Points 63 (18d8 − 18)
Speed 0 ft., fly 40 ft. (hover
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
without destroying anything important. Experiments involving new spells, new magic items, and other innovations for the infernal arsenal regularly cause localized cataclysms in this place. This activity
archmages, including Mordenkainen, have at times found their way into this realm on a search for forgotten lore or in the hope of confirming a theory of arcane magic. Keeper of Arcane Souls Mephistopheles
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
trolls — is to win the ice toads to their cause by treating with their leader, Marfulb. The average ice toad is smart, but their leader Marfulb is exceptional (Intelligence 13). Her knack for
understands the workings of Oyaviggaton as well as Marfulb, who knows the contents and value of every pack, chest, and heap of coins in the iceberg down to the last copper piece. Marfulb’s Lore In addition to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
alerting the ice trolls—is to win the ice toads to their cause by treating with their leader, Marfulb. The average ice toad is smart, but their leader Marfulb is exceptional (Intelligence 13). Her knack
Arauthator understands the workings of Oyaviggaton as well as Marfulb, who knows the contents and value of every pack, chest, and heap of coins in the iceberg down to the last copper piece. Marfulb’s Lore
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
that no enemy can gain a foothold against the gods’ cause through defilement or violence within these sites. If an enemy with such intent sets foot inside a warded location, the eidolon plunges into a
relics it is charged with guarding. Sacred Guardians. Creating an eidolon requires a spirit of fanatical devotion — that of an individual who, in life, served with unwavering faithfulness. Upon death, a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
records all lore relevant to its operation, including tracking the economic, technical, and arcane methods by which the franchise can be improved. A loremonger records the deeds and history of the franchise
important lore gained during the characters’ travels, and reporting on competitors’ goals and methods. Noteworthy Loremongers: Mabannok Kovri Essential Functions: Record names, dates, and vital
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
, Command, Dragon’s Breath 5 Fear, Fly 7 Arcane Eye, Charm Monster 9 Legend Lore, Summon Dragon Level 6: Elemental Affinity Your draconic magic has an affinity with a damage type associated with dragons
to one damage roll of that spell. Level 14: Dragon Wings As a Bonus Action, you can cause draconic wings to appear on your back. The wings last for 1 hour or until you dismiss them (no action required
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
planes, the devil took over the inventor’s laboratory for itself. Kwalish managed to escape but left much of his lore behind, while the bone devil spent the years that followed converting the place into a
the sale of these packages went to this extremely worthy cause — and for 2018, you’ll find even more projects made available on the DMs Guild throughout the year. As part of these efforts, it’s our
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
skills as part of a band of rangers affiliated with a druidic circle, trained in mystic paths as well as wilderness lore. You might be self-taught, a recluse who learned combat skills, tracking, and even
your home village? Or did you see too much of the destruction these monsters cause and commit yourself to reining in their depredations? Is your adventuring career a continuation of your work in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
their traditions. This section presents the College of Dance, College of Glamour, College of Lore, and College of Valor subclasses. College of Dance KATERINA LADON College of Dance Subclass Move in
using a spell slot, you can cause a creature you can see within 60 feet of yourself to make a Wisdom saving throw against your spell save DC. On a failed save, the target has the Charmed or Frightened
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
destructive spells were the cause of their demise. The old man sleeping in the chair is an arcanaloth under the effect of its alter self spell. The fiend has one of the library’s spellbooks lying open
the planar city of Sigil. The portal is a two-way door to the plane of Arcadia. A legend lore spell cast on the spectacles reveals this information and raises their potential value to 2,500 gp if they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
assistance in battle. If a fight breaks out, Ipses settles atop the lintel of the nearest door and tries to stay out of harm’s way. It has little cause to fear for the destruction of its master as long as
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->Acquisitions Incorporated
Languages Common, Dwarvish, Elvish, Goblin
Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
Divine Strike. Once on each of his turns when he hits a creature with a weapon attack, Omin can cause the attack to deal an extra
evil and good, flame strike, hold monster, greater restoration, legend lore
Actions
Multiattack. Omin makes two attacks with his maul.
Maul. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1
many forces that insist on upsetting it. Some among the Circle of Eight counsel that sharing the lore collected in this volume is the first step to setting the Balance forever off its center. Others
is for a “good” cause, as if any purpose can outshine my own in terms of its importance and moral high ground. Yet, I could not help but feel an ever so slight stirring of charity when this cause’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
Old Owl Well, and that undead guardians have been posted to keep intruders out. The ruins are currently occupied by a wizard who is exploring the site in the hope of gleaning arcane lore left by its
his camp and seem inclined to cause trouble. He wants to ask Agatha the banshee the name of the wizard who built the tower at Old Owl Well. Hamun won’t risk the banshee’s anger, but the characters could ask the question for him. (Agatha knows the name: Dresina.)