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Gladiator Legacy

Backgrounds Player’s Handbook (2014)

a place, you receive free lodging and food of a modest or comfortable standard (depending on the quality of the establishment), as long as you perform each night. In addition, your performance makes

ideals about the practice of art and the appreciation of beauty. D8 PERSONALITY TRAIT 1 I know a story relevant to almost every situation. 2 Whenever I come to a new place, I

Feylost

Backgrounds The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

nectar or honey. 3 You have long whiskers like those of a cat. 4 Your ears are covered with soft tufts of fur. 5 Your skin sparkles in moonlight. 6 Flowers either bloom or wilt

(your choice) in your presence. 7 Your hair is made of vines or brambles and grows back to normal length within 1 hour of being cut. 8 You have a tail like that of a dog or another animal

Entertainer - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

court. At such a place, you receive free lodging and food of a modest or comfortable standard (depending on the quality of the establishment), as long as you perform each night. In addition, your

high-minded ideals about the practice of art and the appreciation of beauty. d8 Personality Trait 1 I know a story relevant to almost every situation. 2 Whenever I come to a new

Dwarf Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

friend. In spite of the added discomfort, the dwarf’s long, pointed, often-broken nose and gray-streaked though still-fiery red beard came as a welcome sight to Drizzt. “Knew I’d find

common shades are light brown or deep tan, like certain tones of earth. Their hair, worn long but in simple styles, is usually black, gray, or brown, though paler dwarves often have red hair. Male

Hexblood

Species Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

shades, long hair that regrows if cut, and an irremovable living crown. Along with these marks, hexbloods manifest hag-like traits, such as darkvision and a variety of magical methods to beguile the senses

or choose an option from the Hexblood Origins table to determine how your character gained their lineage. Hexblood Origins d6 Origin 1 Seeking a child, your parent made a bargain

Lizardfolk Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

into the future. This approach allows them to maintain their current level of influence in the world, but it limits their growth. Lizardfolk have no interest in developing writing, making long-term

pity. Born into the world lacking stout scales and sharp teeth, it’s a wonder they have managed to survive for so long. The typical human would barely make it through a day in the swamps. Still

Mercenary Veteran

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

company, including the names and reputations of its commanders and leaders, and who has hired them recently. You can find the taverns and festhalls where mercenaries abide in any area, as long as you speak

little respect for anyone who is not a proven warrior. 3 I made a terrible mistake in battle that cost many lives, and I would do anything to keep that mistake secret. 4 My hatred of my

Dragonborn

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

populate the multiverse with people created in their image. Another story claims that dragons created the first dragonborn without the gods’ blessings. Whatever their origin, dragonborn have made homes for

Speed equal to your Speed. Your wings appear to be made of the same energy as your Breath Weapon. Once you use this trait, you can’t use it again until you finish a Long Rest.

Overview

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Intro to Stormwreck Isle

Overview A D&D adventure is a collection of locations, quests, and challenges that inspire you to tell a story. The outcome of that story is determined by the actions and decisions of the player

characters—and the luck of the dice. Dragons of Stormwreck Isle draws the characters into the midst of an ancient war among dragons as they explore an island that has long been a battlefield in that conflict.

Chapter 2: Key

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

powerful faerie trickster or made by gods of chance as a test for greedy mortals. Use the story that best suits your campaign. Hinchel Or Istus creates the first Deck of Many Things

How characters handle and use a deck in play New magical effects associated with each card Adventure seeds for characters who want to create their own cards A Deck of Many Stories The story of the

Adventures

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

their labors. But that’s not the end of the story. You can think of an adventure as a single episode of a TV series, made up of multiple exciting scenes. A campaign is the whole series—a string of

heart of the game, a story with a beginning, a middle, and an end. An adventure might be created by the Dungeon Master or purchased off the shelf, tweaked and modified to suit the DM’s needs and

Ghost Story Torments

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

Ghost Story Torments Whether they’re living monsters or ghosts, Darklords in ghost story settings are the architects of their own tragedies. Ghost Story Torments d8 Torment 1 The Darklord

dozen phantoms cater to the Darklord; each spirit is an emotion he can no longer feel. 4 Vampiric spirits keep the Darklord forever young, but physical sensation fled them long ago. 5 Despite

The Deck as Narrative

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

story for themself without being allowed to know that story ahead of time. With this narrative approach to the Deck of Many Things, you decide how to weave the events triggered by cards into your

in this book include advice to help you work the effects of their cards into your campaign story. Using the deck’s effects as events in your campaign poses an interesting question: is the deck

Wearing and Wielding Items

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

exceptions exist. If the story suggests a good reason for an item to fit only creatures of a certain size or shape, you can rule that it doesn't adjust. For example, drow-made armor might fit elves only

magic item that's meant to be worn can fit a creature regardless of size or build. Many magic garments are made to be easily adjustable, or they magically adjust themselves to the wearer. Rare

E3. Mad Mary's Townhouse

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

E3. Mad Mary’s Townhouse A moaning sob floats through the still, gray streets, coloring your thoughts with sadness. The sounds flow from a dark, two-story townhouse. Mad Mary The house, which is

and was passed down to Gertruda. Gadof Blinsky, the toymaker of Vallaki (see chapter 5, area N7), made the doll. Stitched into the hem of its dress is a frayed tag bearing the words “Is No Fun, Is No Blinsky!”

Signature Case

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

big story is associated with your agency (and possibly your party)? Are the stories accurate, or do they reflect only one side of a complicated situation? Roll on the Signature Case table or choose a

case that cemented your reputation. Signature Case d6 Case 1 Case of the Century. You uncovered key evidence in a sensational case. You made headlines, but some parties involved carry grudges

Enter the Giant

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes’ Feast: Saving the Children’s Menu

learned each other’s names. Arthur’s generous heart embraced the whole family. He made space for them in the main house by pulling down the second story, boarding up the windows, and opening up the ground

communicate well enough for him to get the whole story, but he understood that Invido is a giant who wants Ignis and her family dead and that Ignis was an influential individual among her people. Arthur sympathized with her and the children and strove to protect them at any cost.

V5. Vault

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

Inside the sarcophagus are the following treasures: The Nether Scroll of Azumar (see the item’s description below) inside a 24-inch-long, 5-inch diameter cylinder made of wood and encased in a sheet of

V5. Vault When the party reaches the vault, read the following boxed text aloud: A spacious tomb holds a sarcophagus made of stone covered with glyphs. Magically glowing stars painted on the stone

Ranged Attacks

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

. Many spells also involve making a ranged attack. Range You can make ranged attacks only against targets within a specified range. If a ranged attack, such as one made with a spell, has a single range

, you can’t attack a target beyond this range. Some ranged attacks, such as those made with a longbow or a shortbow, have two ranges. The smaller number is the normal range, and the larger number is the

Brass Dragons

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

Monteiro Brass Dragon Wyrmling Brass dragons collect eclectic objects. While such items might seem like knickknacks, each is part of a story—perhaps a nostalgic memento or evidence of a tale passed

relentlessly curious. These dragons eagerly engage approachable creatures and are quick to explore any place that has an interesting story. Once they hear tales of adventure, many are keen to start their own

Dwarven Thrower

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

Dwarven Thrower Weapon (warhammer), very rare (requires attunement by a dwarf) You gain a +3 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic weapon. It has the thrown property with a normal

range of 20 feet and a long range of 60 feet. When you hit with a ranged attack using this weapon, it deals an extra 1d8 damage or, if the target is a giant, 2d8 damage. Immediately after the attack, the weapon flies back to your hand.

Story Overview

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

Story Overview Waterdeep: Dragon Heist is a treasure hunt set against an urban backdrop. The adventure’s plot can be summarized as follows: Half a million gold coins are hidden somewhere in Waterdeep

Ahghairon’s Tower in the Castle Ward and is permanent. Dragons and all other creatures of the dragon type are physically unable to enter the city (or its sewers) as long as the dragonward persists

Everyone Has Regrets

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

. You don’t know if you can ever trust anyone again. 3 You murdered a rival. Your actions may have been justified, but their face still haunts you. 4 You made a promise to a child or a lover that you

failed to keep. 5 You squandered your family’s fortune and brought shame and ruin to your household. 6 You made a bargain with an extraplanar entity that you now regret. 7 You abandoned your family to

Death in the Mines

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

story: Awa and the rest of his crew—including his mother—were working a new excavation when it collapsed. Awa and the others were trying to escape when a snarling, eight-legged beast appeared. The beast

would’ve killed Awa, but his mother, Zihaya, defended him. The creature attacked her in turn and dragged her away. In the chaos, Awa was separated from the others. He made his way to the entrance and

Running This Chapter

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

Running This Chapter This chapter opens with information about Avernus that you need to run the encounters and adventure locations that follow. The story picks up where it left off in chapter 2, with

Jander’s torturer, Haruman — a fallen Hellrider and one of Zariel’s infernal generals. Lulu eventually realizes she’s made a grave mistake and led the characters to the wrong place. She suggests two

Arriving in Grakenok

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel

later for each time they were delayed during the “Perils at Sea” section. This order influences events in the following sections. If the characters took a long rest or made a lengthy detour after Sytri

Hapless Soft Ones

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

survive for so long. The typical human would barely make it through a day in the swamps. Still, if other creatures prove useful to lizardfolk, those creatures can trigger a protective response made all

Magic Items

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

Magic Items Magic items are gleaned from the hoards of felled monsters or discovered in long-lost vaults. Such items grant capabilities a character could rarely have otherwise, or they complement

qualifies if it can cast at least one spell using its traits or features, not by using a magic item or the like. Items Made for Specific Creatures. Magic items that are meant to be worn tend to

The Path Forward

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

The Path Forward With the forces of evil defeated, Grand Duke Ravengard regains his faculties and can relay the story of the spirit journey he undertook while wearing the Helm of Torm’s Sight. Torm

threatened to devour the woman, she plunged the sword into the ground while the winged elephant made a trumpet sound with its trunk. The demon was hurled back as an alabaster palace rose up around the sword

Sword of Vengeance

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

Sword of Vengeance Weapon (any sword), uncommon (requires attunement) You gain a +1 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic weapon. Curse. This sword is cursed and possessed by a

vengeful spirit. Becoming attuned to it extends the curse to you. As long as you remain cursed, you are unwilling to part with the sword, keeping it on your person at all times. While attuned to this weapon

Hammer of Thunderbolts

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

Hammer of Thunderbolts Weapon (Maul or Warhammer), Legendary (Requires Attunement) You gain a +1 bonus to attack rolls and damage rolls made with this magic weapon. The weapon has 5 charges. You can

expend 1 charge and make a ranged attack with the weapon, hurling it as if it had the Thrown property with a normal range of 20 feet and a long range of 60 feet. If the attack hits, the weapon

4. Huts

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

a low, short tunnel forces a creature to crawl into the hut. They are made of reeds woven through a lattice, with a generous layer of mud, grass, and dung smeared over the whole thing. Mud, swamp

, sloppily made, and reeking. The floors aren’t just damp; they’re churned into mud pits up to 2 feet deep, so the bullywugs can rest frog-like in mud up to their eyeballs. They have no sense of privacy or

2. Main Gate

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

2. Main Gate The main gate of Blingdenstone is a door made of steel and mithral, inlaid with a secret magic-resistant alloy and plated with adamantine. The gate has AC 23, 60 hit points, a damage

on checks made to ram the gate. Eight deep gnomes guard the gate. One of them carries a spell gem (see appendix B) that contains a see invisibility spell and uses it to scan for invisible creatures

Shard of the Ise Rune

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

Shard of the Ise Rune Wondrous item, very rare (requires attunement) This shard of ice is long and slender, roughly the size of a dagger. The ise (ice) rune glows within it. The shard has the

you use this property, you can’t use it again until you finish a short or long rest. Frost Friend. You have resistance to fire damage. Icy Mantle. As an action, you can touch yourself or another

Modifying a Class

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

, paladins might not swear their oaths to ideals, but instead swear fealty to powerful sorcerers. To capture this story concept, you could build a new paladin spell list with spells meant to protect

opportunity to develop the character’s story and that of your world, rather than shutting down possibilities. Substituting Class Features If one or more features of a given class don’t exactly fit the theme

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