is runes from power sages the define

Prisoner 13

Monsters Keys from the Golden Vault

her role as an agent, so she devised a plan to take power for herself. Over five years she took careful stock of Clan Axebreaker’s wealth and, in one fell swoop, used her network of lieutenants to

. Black and gray smoke and shadows coil down her left arm, ending in runes on the fingers of her left hand. Knotwork. Purple and blue knotwork and runes run down her right arm, across the back of her right

Stone Giant Rockspeaker

Monsters Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

. Within their communities, they act as leaders and oracles. Rockspeakers incorporate crystals and stones into their clothing and embed them in their skin. By invoking the power of their stone runes

Auril (Third Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

. Together they wrought terrible destruction, inspiring fear that compelled tribute to hold their power at bay. Umberlee, queen of the wrathful sea, grew to despise the enduring nature of the ice and

, define her. Lesser gods in the D&D multiverse are extremely powerful and arrogant, but also fallible and blind to their own flaws. It’s appropriate for Auril to act as though she’s

Auril (First Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

pleasure alone. Auril was aligned with the gods Talos, Umberlee, and Malar. Together they wrought terrible destruction, inspiring fear that compelled tribute to hold their power at bay. Umberlee

demystifying her in the eyes of your players. Let her actions, not her words, define her. Lesser gods in the D&D multiverse are extremely powerful and arrogant, but also fallible and blind to their

Githzerai Anarch

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

spellcasting ability. The spell has the normal effect, except that the githzerai can orient the area in any direction and creatures and objects fall toward the end of the area.Anarchs are githzerai sages and

plane. An anarch can use its psionic power to give form to formless substance, creating mountains, lakes, and structures to serve as a foundation for a githzerai community. Lair Actions. On initiative

Baernaloth

Monsters Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse

Gray Wastes of Hades. Their gray, desiccated skin stretches over their bones, and their heads resemble horned equine skulls with ember-like eyes. Sages endlessly debate the nature of baernaloths, and

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

Auril (Second Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

fear that compelled tribute to hold their power at bay. Umberlee, queen of the wrathful sea, grew to despise the enduring nature of the ice and snow Auril created. Umberlee seethed when Auril’s

. The less she talks, the less risk you have of unintentionally demystifying her in the eyes of your players. Let her actions, not her words, define her. Lesser gods in the D&D multiverse are

Klauth

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

damage and be knocked prone. Klauth can then fly up to half his flying speed.The odor of sulfur and pumice surrounds a red dragon, whose swept-back horns and spinal frill define its silhouette. Its

might rival him in power, in a fighting style marked by sudden attacks and just as sudden disappearances. Klauth spends many waking hours scrying Faerûn with his spells, and he probably knows more

Wyrmskull Throne

Magic Items Storm King's Thunder

Built by dwarven gods and entrusted to the rulers of Shanatar, an ancient dwarven empire, the Wyrmskull Throne was a symbol of dwarven power and pride for ages untold. The throne hovers a foot off

the ground and is a massive thing made of polished obsidian with oversized feet — the impaled skulls of four ancient blue dragons. Runes glisten in the carved obsidian, winking to life with blue

Rune Carver

Backgrounds Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

You’ve dedicated your life to studying runecraft. Whether you were taught by a master rune carver or learned by poring over ancient engravings, you can tap into the supernatural power held

within runes. The art of runecraft was initially created by giants, but over time, the practice has been adopted by many peoples. As such, though Giant runes are the most commonly used, many rune carvers

Ancient Red Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

horns and spinal frill define its silhouette. Its beaked snout vents smoke at all times, and its eyes dance with flame when it is angry.A Red Dragon’s Lair Red dragons lair in high mountains or

control. Throughout the lair complex, servants erect monuments to the dragon’s power, telling the grim story of its life, the enemies it has slain, and the nations it has conquered. Lair

Ygorl, Lord of Entropy

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

each: circle of death, enervation,* phantasmal killer,symbol;symbol (discord only)2/day each: finger of death, harm, mental prison,*power word pain*1/day each: power word kill, power word stun, symbol

Stone upon Limbo. A powerful being suffused with entropic power, Ygorl delights in the act of unmaking and bringing chaos to any ecosystem it visits. Lesser slaadi follow close behind the lord of

Sage Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

Characteristics Sages are defined by their extensive studies, and their characteristics reflect this life of study. Devoted to scholarly pursuits, a sage values knowledge highly—sometimes in its own right

situations. 8 I’m convinced that people are always trying to steal my secrets. d6 Ideal 1 Knowledge. The path to power and self-improvement is through knowledge. (Neutral

Adult Red Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

spinal frill define its silhouette. Its beaked snout vents smoke at all times, and its eyes dance with flame when it is angry.A Red Dragon’s Lair Red dragons lair in high mountains or hills

. Throughout the lair complex, servants erect monuments to the dragon’s power, telling the grim story of its life, the enemies it has slain, and the nations it has conquered. Lair Actions On

Cloistered Scholar

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

world. Perhaps instead you were taken in by the scholars of the Vault of the Sages or the Map House in Silverymoon, and now you have struck out to increase your knowledge and to make yourself available

. d6 Ideal 1 Knowledge. The path to power and self-improvement is through knowledge. (Neutral) 2 Beauty. What is beautiful points us beyond itself toward what is true. (Good

Minotaur

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

Minotaurs are barrel-chested humanoids with heads resembling those of bulls. Blessed with a supernaturally strong sense of direction, minotaurs make great navigators. Some sages believe minotaurs

carve their horns to sharpen their edges, etch symbols of power into them, or sheathe them in bronze to prevent them from shattering during battle. Thick hair extends down minotaurs’ necks and

Sage - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

involved, have a strong chance of knowing who is. Suggested Characteristics Sages are defined by their extensive studies, and their characteristics reflect this life of study. Devoted to

1 Knowledge. The path to power and self-improvement is through knowledge. (Neutral) 2 Beauty. What is beautiful points us beyond itself toward what is true. (Good) 3 Logic. Emotions must

Elf Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

minstrels, artists, or sages. Human nobles compete for the services of elf instructors to teach swordplay or magic to their children. Exploration and Adventure Elves take up adventuring out of wanderlust

they find careers that let them travel freely and set their own pace. Elves also enjoy exercising their martial prowess or gaining greater magical power, and adventuring allows them to do so. Some

Background

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase

defend the sages and obey their every order—to meet with Derwyth, a fellow star-watcher near the star’s estimated point of impact. In the tower hands’ absence, Shalfey’s power-hungry successor, the sage

Background According to local legend, the sages of the Tower of the Heavens can glimpse the future. Suppliants journey from distant regions to the tower, each bringing gold and a single question

Runic Circle

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

inscribed into a flat stone hilltop. The stones bear Giant runes, carved constellations, and strange symbols. On the ground, an enormous circle of Giant runes of power links the monoliths and circumscribes smaller circles of runes. Carved lines throughout the circle link different strings of symbols.

Stars

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

Stars This suit symbolizes the desire for personal power and control over things beyond the ken of mortals. It is the suit of arcane mages, sages, and intellectuals. It also represents the triumph of

magic, science, and reason over religion, mysticism, and superstition. Stars Card Name Represents Master of stars Wizard Mystery and riddles; the unknown; those who crave magical power and great

Rune Carver

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

the supernatural power held within runes. The art of runecraft was initially created by giants, but over time, the practice has been adopted by many peoples. As such, though Giant runes are the most

Rune Carver What we call rune magic is the palest imitation of Annam’s creative work. He shaped worlds from the primal elements; we struggle to bind the merest scraps of elemental power into the

Runic Circle Features

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

Runic Circle Features Dyson Logos Map 4.14: Runic Circle Map 4.14 depicts the Runic Circle, including the following features: Carvings. The carvings are a combination of Giant runes of power

giant, dot the area around the hill. Most are partially reclaimed by nature, but some have been maintained. Standing Stones. The outer circle is formed of 40-foot-tall stone monoliths that bear constellation carvings and Giant runes of power. At night, the star carvings shed dim light for 10 feet.

Elder Runes

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

Elder Runes Elder runes are ancient symbols imbued with magical power. With years of study, any creature that can cast the symbol spell can learn an elder rune and add it to the selection of symbols

that can be created with the spell. Halaster has spent lifetimes studying elder runes, inventing new ones, and harnessing their volatile magic. He likes to place them throughout Undermountain as

Undying Court

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

Undying Court Our greatest champions and sages will never be lost to us. Their wisdom guides us, and their power protects us all. Honor our past. Respect our traditions. Perfect your skills and you

may earn your place among the Deathless. Destroy those foul creatures that channel the power of Mabar, for they consume the essence of our world. The elves of Aerenal refuse to let their greatest souls

Chaos Incarnate

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

Chaos Incarnate Although sages group demons into types according to their power, the Abyss knows no such categories. Demons are spawned from the stuff of the Abyss in a near-infinite variety of

accumulates changes to its form due to interaction with the energies of the Abyss. These long-lived demons often become demon lords, beings of such power that they can hold sway over entire realms within the

Chapter 3: When a Star Falls

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase

Chapter 3: When a Star Falls For centuries, the Tower of the Heavens has stood silhouetted against the glittering night sky. The tower is a bastion of destiny where gifted sages peer into the future

, doling out prophecies to visitors. When one such sage foresees a falling star, it sets in motion a series of events that threatens to put the power of prophecy into dangerous hands. “When a Star

Chapter 7: Using Ability Scores

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

? Brilliant and charming? Nimble and hardy? Ability scores define these qualities — a creature’s assets as well as weaknesses. The three main rolls of the game — the ability check, the saving throw

Endless Rockslide Magic

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

Endless Rockslide Magic The Endless Rockslide has the following properties: Binding Runes. A creature touching one of the runes on the bridge can attempt to activate it with 1 minute of concentration

and a DC 20 Intelligence (Arcana) check. On a failed check, the creature takes 22 (4d10) force damage, as the bound elemental power releases explosively. On a successful check, the rune conjures an

Chapter 7: Using Ability Scores

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (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

? Brilliant and charming? Nimble and hardy? Ability scores define these qualities--a creature's assets as well as weaknesses. The three main rolls of the game -- the ability check, the saving throw

Minotaur

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse

Minotaur Minotaurs are barrel-chested humanoids with heads resembling those of bulls. Blessed with a supernaturally strong sense of direction, minotaurs make great navigators. Some sages believe

. Minotaurs often carve their horns to sharpen their edges, etch symbols of power into them, or sheathe them in bronze to prevent them from shattering during battle. Thick hair extends down minotaurs’ necks and

Sphinxes

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

Sphinxes Collectors and Keepers of Secrets Habitat: Desert, Planar (Upper Planes); Treasure: Arcana Hazem Ameen Sphinxes protect the secrets of the multiverse. Formed from the spirits of sages and

explorers, sphinxes know the power of truth and the importance of preserving it. They share their wisdom only with those who prove themselves wise or overcome tests of worthiness, such as riddles or

The Undying Court

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

The Undying Court The Undying Court Our greatest champions and sages will never be lost to us. Their wisdom guides us, and their power protects us all. Honor our past. Respect our traditions

. Perfect your skills and you may earn your place among the Deathless. Destroy those foul creatures that channel the power of Mabar, for they consume the essence of our world. The elves of Aerenal refuse

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

to be invincible. They see the principles that define them and their deities at work every day in the world around them — nature rewards the strong and mercilessly eliminates the weak and the

she uses this power and tends to frown upon the one so “blessed.” Future Warriors Young orcs must mature quickly in order to survive their perilous upbringing. Their early years are

Settlements

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

Settlements The places where people live — bustling cities, prosperous towns, and tiny villages nestled among miles of farmland — help define the nature of civilization in your world. A single

does it serve in your game? How big is it? Who lives there? What does it look, smell, and sound like? Who governs it? Who else holds power? Is it part of a larger state? What are its defenses? Where

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