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Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
, stoneskin and mage armor spells on itself before combat.Staff of Power. He wields a staff of power, with 20 charges, that grants him a +2 bonus to Armor Class, spell attack rolls, and saving throws. His
next action to break his staff of power in a retributive strike, cursing the characters as he does so.Archmages are powerful (and usually quite old) spellcasters dedicated to the study of the arcane
Monsters
Quests from the Infinite Staircase
rule of mind flayer;mind flayers. The mind flayers’ psionic power eventually transformed these forsaken dwarves into Aberrations.
You can learn more about derro in Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse.
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
golems bear weaknesses inherent in their materials or the power of the elemental spirit bound within them, iron golems were designed to be nearly invulnerable. Their iron bodies imprison the spirits
that drive them, and are susceptible only to weapons imbued with magic or the strength of adamantine.
Blind Obedience. When its creator or possessor is on hand to command it, a golem performs flawlessly
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
-normal tendency to develop sorcerous power. Individuals who do so usually serve as leaders and are known as savants.
Grandiose fantasies and rampant fanaticism have obscured derro’s true origin
histories of some duergar, derro are descended from a dwarven community that was left behind when the others escaped the rule of mind flayers. These remnants were so distorted by the mind flayers
Monsters
Storm King's Thunder
that image until the strangers can be disarmed and taken prisoner.
In their seemingly idyllic hideaways, the yakfolk rule with iron fists, and for all their learning and culture, they are enormously
that yakfolk are lazy—quite the contrary. They simply consider most menial tasks beneath them.
Yakfolk have a drive for learning, particularly when it comes to the secrets of elemental magic
Monsters
Storm King's Thunder
, and the yakfolk foster that image until the strangers can be disarmed and taken prisoner.
In their seemingly idyllic hideaways, the yakfolk rule with iron fists, and for all their learning and
laboring oneself. It’s not that yakfolk are lazy—quite the contrary. They simply consider most menial tasks beneath them.
Yakfolk have a drive for learning, particularly when it comes to the
Fraz-Urb'luu
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Out of the Abyss
dreamlands and mind-bending fantasies able to deceive the most discerning foes.
Once imprisoned for centuries below Castle Greyhawk on the world of Oerth, Fraz-Urb’luu has slowly rebuilt his power in
the Abyss. He seeks the pieces of the legendary staff of power taken from him by those who imprisoned him, and commands his servants to do likewise.
The Prince of Deception’s true form is like
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
hand is invisible), minor illusion
1/day each: detect thoughts, invisibility, silent imageEmerald dragons are the most curious, cunning, and manipulative of the gem dragons, wielding psionic power to
individuals. They usually know of places of power near their lairs and keep detailed records of how phenomena connected to those sites react to outside influences. They also avidly collect magic items and
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
ancient dragon turtle is a mythic creature akin to a greatwyrm, combining the power of multiple echoes from across the worlds of the Material Plane. Such a creature can be as large as an island— and
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Curiosity. I want to know about everything that enters my domain, especially oddities from the surface world. (Any)
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Supremacy. Creatures who refuse to recognize my rule over these waters
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
great thinkers, and spur adventurers to heroic deeds. They sometimes give guidance to those in need or request help from adventurers to encourage them to greatness.
As a rule, moonstone dragons are
those who inspire them. (Any)
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Power. Creatures are at their most vulnerable in their dreams, and I am the master of dreams. (Evil)
Moonstone Dragon Adventures
The Moonstone Dragon
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
. They sometimes give guidance to those in need or request help from adventurers to encourage them to greatness.
As a rule, moonstone dragons are not particularly interested in gold or copper
in even the simplest things if you look hard enough. (Good)
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Inspiration. Great are history’s artists and creators. But greater still are those who inspire them. (Any)
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, Prestidigitation
2/Day Each: Speak with Dead, Wall of Force
1/Day Each: Create Undead (level 8 version), Disintegrate, Power Word KillProtective Magic. Sammaster casts Counterspell or Shield in
bound dragons to his service, and learned how to drive dragons across Faerûn into a berserk rage. He considered his intellect beyond morality and became paranoid, resentful, and megalomaniacal
Yuan-ti Malison (Type 3)
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Monster Manual (2014)
impossible to manipulate, influence, or control by nonmagical means, even as it seeks to control other creatures through terror, pleasure, and awe.
Yuan-ti know that the world they hope to rule can
’t be bound for long by brute force, and that many creatures will refuse to serve. As a result, yuan-ti first influence other creatures with the promise of wealth and power. Time and again
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Who Should Rule Avernus? The characters could give Zariel more power to rule Avernus, or they could support one of the archdevil’s enemies in a bid to unseat her. They could also try to destroy
Zariel, creating a power vacuum that throws Avernus into disarray. Whatever the outcome, the characters are poised to help write cosmic history.
Ancient Deep Dragon
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Understanding. True power comes from the ability to discern other creatures’ motivations better than they can discern yours. (Any)
2
Kindred. All dragons are kin to one another, and
of my power. (Evil)
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Patience. All creatures might teach me something, and I’m willing to wait and find out what that might be rather than acting in haste. (Good)
Deep Dragon
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Derro Derro are Underdark dwellers of dubious origin. According to the histories of some duergar, derro are descended from a community of dwarves that was left behind when the others escaped the rule
of mind flayers. The mind flayers’ psionic power eventually transformed these forsaken dwarves into Aberrations. You can learn more about derro in Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse. Dave Melvin
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
south and work their way to the Open Shore docks. A key aspect of Luskan life is its rule by groups known as Ships. Five High Captains each rule a Ship made up of pirates and other Northlanders. Ship
coin. The order of mages known as the Arcane Brotherhood is the other major power group in Luskan. Though its members include ambitious arcanists of any and all genders, the newly restored order
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Rules of Conduct Although Zybilna is indisposed, three of the rules she put into place when she created her Feywild domain continue to hold weight: the rule of hospitality, the rule of ownership, and
the rule of reciprocity. These three rules are common knowledge in Prismeer, and both natives and visitors would do well to abide by them: Rule of Hospitality. When a friend, an enemy, or a stranger
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Flee, Mortals! Rule Primer
damage from a power attack isn’t magical. If a rule affects only spells or magical effects, it doesn’t affect powers. However, psionic powers are supernatural, so if a rule affects supernatural effects
Psionic Powers Some creatures have psionic powers, creating effects with sheer force of will instead of with magic. When a creature manifests a power, they create an effect that has similar rules to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
your piety score. As you increase that score, you gain blessings from your god. Piety has nothing to do with faith or belief, except insofar as a person’s thoughts and ideals drive them to action in
. As a general rule, you can expect to increase your piety by 1 during most sessions of play, assuming that you are following your god’s tenets. The DM decides the amount of any increase or decrease
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Chapter 7: Using Ability Scores Six abilities provide a quick description of every creature’s physical and mental characteristics: Strength, measuring physical power Dexterity, measuring agility
, and the attack roll — rely on the six ability scores. The Introduction describes the basic rule behind these rolls: roll a d20, add an ability modifier derived from one of the six ability scores, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Black Dragons Dragons of Decay and Despair Habitat: Swamp; Treasure: Relics Black dragons delight in suffering and ruin. While other chromatic dragons scheme for power and wealth, these dragons seek
to tear down all they see and rule over what remains. Black dragons are terrifying creatures with curved horns and withered visages suggestive of fiendish skulls. They typically inhabit stagnant
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
, who sows despair and discord The Dark Powers have granted a measure of power to Ankhtepot’s false gods. Clerics who worship one of Har’Akir’s gods or the pantheon as a whole receive power as if they
worshiped a true deity that offers the death domain. Despite their distinct roles, traditions, and places within the lives of Har’Akir’s people, these gods are all especially aloof, cryptic, morbid, and supportive of the pharaoh’s rule.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
Rule of Matriarchs Females are the top figures in drow society. At the head of each house is someone who is a shrewd business operator, a skilled tactician, a high priestess of Lolth, and probably
also a merciless assassin with blood on her hands. Unlike with many other races, female drow are typically taller and more robust than males. To rise to the top echelons of power, a female must first
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
Swords This suit symbolizes aggression and violence. It is the suit of warriors, be they paladins, soldiers, mercenaries, or gladiators. It also symbolizes the power of governments and leaders
sacrifice; the stamina to endure great hardship Four of swords Mercenary Inner strength and fortitude; those who fight for power or wealth Five of swords Myrmidon Great heroes; a sudden reversal of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sage Advice & Errata
that image until the strangers can be disarmed and taken prisoner.
In their seemingly idyllic hideaways, the yakfolk rule with iron fists, and for all their learning and culture, they are enormously
yakfolk are lazy—quite the contrary. They simply consider most menial tasks beneath them.
Yakfolk have a drive for learning, particularly when it comes to the secrets of elemental magic and dark
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
that you may be increasing the power of the Mourning with each spell you cast? As a warlock your patron could be interested in the Mourning and drive you to learn more about it. Your patron could even
power could somehow be harnessed and controlled? Beyond this, player characters are remarkable people. Perhaps you were caught in the Mourning and survived the experience… but its effects remain with you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
typically consist of folk who have used rituals to contact devils and pledge their souls to them in return for power. The Lords of the Nine drive most of the soul trade, and the gifts they can offer are determined by Asmodeus’s decrees.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Plundering a Hoard Because dragons’ power is linked to treasure, it’s possible to weaken a dragon by plundering the dragon’s lair. By gaining access to a hoard and making off with a significant
portion of that wealth, characters can diminish the dragon’s connection to both that lair and its associated territory. As a rule of thumb, if a dragon’s lair no longer holds at least 10,000 gp worth of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
enemy territory. The landscape for a hundred miles in all directions is a grim harbinger of what Tiamat’s rule would mean for the world. Little remains in the territory surrounding the Well of Dragons
time as possible on open ground, and even dressing as cultists are all useful ploys. Flying to the Well of Dragons is problematic. Whether they’re on metallic dragons or flying under their own power, the characters will be attacked by chromatic dragons long before they reach their destination.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
progress. Others are sworn to isolation, emerging only to serve as spies or assassins at the command of their leader, a noble patron, or some other mortal or divine power. The majority of monks don’t shun
leave their cloisters take their work seriously, approaching their adventures as personal tests of their physical and spiritual growth. As a rule, monks care little for material wealth and are driven
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
, preparing us for transcendent immortality within the bowels of the gibbering mouther. The Lord of Eyes sees all secrets. Its gaze elevates the worthy and slays the unbeliever. Drive doubt from your heart
wildly diverse. The tenets above describe the beliefs of three different cults. Warlocks draw power from demon overlords, and daelkyr cultists serve mind flayers and beholders. Others embrace deep
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
brilliant as stained-glass windows, and alighting briefly to drop off and pick up excited passengers.
Near the entrance, a small, smiling tree turns your way and beckons you over. A red squirrel clings
Witch’s pocket watch—I hope he never loses it!” “There’s nothing Mister Light likes more than a sea of smiling faces—if the carnival’s happy, he’s happy!” Northwind doesn’t know about the Hourglass Coven
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
worshipers seek to rule the world. Bane grants power to those who strive to rule with an iron fist. By imposing order on the world, Bane’s followers ensure that those who are clever, strong, and
promises and flattery. He is the mastermind of the Dead Three, the one whose ambitions drive the group’s efforts. Bane’s devoted followers are warriors who seek to rule through martial strength and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Astral Adventurer’s Guide
deals, he consolidated his political power and dubbed himself Prince Cozar, the Rock’s first overlord. Under Prince Cozar’s long reign, the city evolved from a pirate hideout into a major city
, attracting profit-seekers, adventurers, and other more respectable types. Upon Cozar’s death, the rule of Bral passed to Frun, his son and heir. Frun was far from an able politician. Rather, he was a hedonist