males some with only alive for for level

Vampire Umbral Lord

Monsters Monster Manual

":"recharge", "rollAction":"Hunger of Hadar"}. The vampire casts Hunger of Hadar (level 5 version), requiring no spell components and using Charisma as the spellcasting ability (spell save DC 18).Legendary

within 1 mile of the lair. Looming Shadows. Shadows within 1 mile of the lair seem to move as if alive. Any creature (excluding the vampire and its allies) that finishes a Short Rest while within 1

Wish

Spells Player’s Handbook

Wish is the mightiest spell a mortal can cast. By simply speaking aloud, you can alter reality itself. The basic use of this spell is to duplicate any other spell of level 8 or lower. If you use it

result of how you worded the wish. For example, wishing that a villain were dead might propel you forward in time to a period when that villain is no longer alive, effectively removing you from the

Frontline Medic

Monsters Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

Spellcasting. The medic is a 3rd-level Boros spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC 11). The medic has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): mending

, resistance, spare the dying 1st level (4 slots): cure wounds, sanctuary 2nd level (2 slots): aid, lesser restorationSpear. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +4;{"diceNotation":"1d20+4","rollType":"to hit"} to

One-Eyed Shiver

Monsters Princes of the Apocalypse

Chilling Mist. While it is alive, the one-eyed shiver projects an aura of cold mist within 10 feet of itself. If the one-eyed shiver deals damage to a creature in this area, the creature also takes 5

(1d10);{"diceNotation":"1d10","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Chilling Mist","rollDamageType":"cold"} cold damage. Spellcasting. The one-eyed shiver is a 5th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting

Sahuagin Priestess Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

sahuagin is a 6th-level spellcaster. Her spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC 12, +4;{"diceNotation":"1d20+4","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks). She

has the following cleric spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): guidance, thaumaturgy 1st level (4 slots): bless, detect magic, guiding bolt 2nd level (3 slots): hold person, spiritual weapon (trident

Charmayne Daymore

Monsters Keys from the Golden Vault

spell is 4th level or lower, it fails and has no effect. If the spell is 5th level or higher, Charmayne makes an Intelligence check (DC 10 + the spell’s level). On a success, the spell fails and

has no effect. Whatever the spell’s level, the caster takes 10 (3d6);{"diceNotation":"3d6", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Fiery Counterspell", "rollDamageType":"fire"} fire damage if the

Korred Legacy

Monsters Volo's Guide to Monsters

at the start of each of the korred’s turns while it has at least 1 hit point and the korred is alive. If the rope drops to 0 hit points, it is destroyed. Innate Spellcasting. The korred’s

elemental (as 6th-level spell; galeb duhr, gargoyle, earth elemental, or xorn only), Otto's irresistible dance Stone Camouflage. The korred has advantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks made to hide

Vampire Spellcaster Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

its turn in sunlight. While in sunlight, it has disadvantage on attack rolls and ability checks. Spellcasting. The vampire is a 9th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Intelligence (spell

, prestidigitation, ray of frost 1st level (4 slots): comprehend languages, fog cloud, sleep 2nd level (3 slots): detect thoughts, gust of wind, mirror image 3rd level (3 slots): animate dead, bestow

Baba Lysaga

Monsters Curse of Strahd

spell. Spellcasting. Baba Lysaga is a 16th-level spellcaster. Her spellcasting ability is Intelligence (spell save DC 17, +9;{"diceNotation":"1d20+9","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Spellcasting

"} to hit with spell attacks). Baba Lysaga has the following wizard spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): acid splash, fire bolt, light, mage hand, prestidigitation 1st level (4 slots): detect magic

Wish Legacy

Spells Basic Rules (2014)

duplicate any other spell of 8th level or lower. You don't need to meet any requirements in that spell, including costly components. The spell simply takes effect. Alternatively, you can create one of the

were dead might propel you forward in time to a period when that villain is no longer alive, effectively removing you from the game. Similarly, wishing for a legendary magic item or artifact might

Zariel Legacy

Monsters Mordenkainen’s Tome of Foes

the following effects; she can’t use the same effect two rounds in a row: Zariel casts major image four times at its lowest level, targeting different areas with the spell. Zariel prefers to

create images of intruders’ loved ones being burned alive. Zariel doesn’t need to concentrate on the spells, which end on initiative count 20 of the next round. Each creature that can see

Goliath Legacy

Species Elemental Evil Player's Companion

when it is supported by a level playing field. Competition measures talent, dedication, and effort. Those factors determine survival in their home territory, not reliance on magic items, money, or other

. Goliaths see females and males as equal in all things, and they find societies with roles divided by gender to be puzzling or worthy of mockery. To a goliath, the person who is best at a job should be

Barbarian Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

by walls and crowds. They thrive in the wilds of their homelands: the tundra, jungle, or grasslands where their tribes live and hunt. Barbarians come alive in the chaos of combat. They can enter a

, followed by Constitution. Second, choose the outlander background. The Barbarian Table Level ProficiencyBonus Features Rages RageDamage 1st +2

18. First Blood

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

. 18a. Voices Characters who enter this hall hear sounds of yelling and cheering from area 18b to the east. If Vlonwelv is still alive, the characters also hear her disembodied voice as they make their

other males to fight one another while she barks criticism. If the characters allow Xarann A’Daragon to distract the room’s occupants, he challenges Drinrith to a one-on-one fight. Drinrith accepts

1. Auvryndar Watch Post

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

males). The drow, loyal to House Auvryndar, are tasked with guarding the tunnel that leads up to level 10. They ambush and kill any non-drow coming from that direction. Treasure Ventrid wears an

Wandering Monsters

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

, wander the Terminus Level. Once they’re destroyed, no more are encountered. Duergar Patrol The characters encounter six duergar (three males and three females) on patrol, their heavy helms and armor

Wandering Monsters Halaster continues to use the Terminus Level as a dumping ground for stray monsters. Duergar also patrol the mines. Beholder Zombies Four beholder zombies, set loose by Halaster

28. Hospital and Armory

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

rows. Resting in six of them are wounded drow (three females and three males), each with 1d12 hit points remaining. They are still clad in armor, and they keep their weapons within arm’s reach

neutral evil. Each has two 1st-level spell slots and no spell slots of higher level remaining. They have these racial traits: They speak Elvish and Undercommon. They have advantage on saving throws

7. Crypt Raiders

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

7. Crypt Raiders This 12-foot-high cave contains six duergar, three males and three females, who have come up from level 21 to loot the shrine of Laduguer (area 6c). The male duergar are Klom

learns the following information: The duergar live in the Deep Mines (another name for the Terminus Level), the next level down from the Runestone Caverns. The Deep Mines are ruled by Fazrian, a “bald

6. Eastern Cavern

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

elsewhere, six githyanki warriors (three females and three males) stand guard around the edge of the pit in the squares marked W on map 16. The warriors speak in Gith about their dislike of Al’chaia and

detect magic spell reveals an aura of divination magic radiating from the wall. Any creature that spends 1 minute touching the wall can cast the scrying spell targeting the ulitharid on level 17

12. Guarded Caves

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

12. Guarded Caves These caves and the tunnels connecting them are free of fog. 12a. Standing Gate to Level 14 House Freth posts guards here to watch for trouble that might ascend from level 13

creature must be trapped in the maze created by the spell, then escape. When the creature returns to the space it left, the gate opens for 1 minute. Characters must be 13th level or higher to pass through

Arcturia

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

Arcturia Arcturia is a lich and a master of transmutation magic. She has altered her form dramatically over the years, now appearing more alive than undead. Gossamer wings sprout from her shoulders

, and bone spurs jut from her forearms and elbows. If the characters destroyed her phylactery on level 14, Arcturia attacks them on sight. She has no beef with them otherwise.

1. Entrance to Arcturiadoom

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

1. Entrance to Arcturiadoom These caverns lie at the end of the worm-bored tunnel leading down from level 13. 1a. Worm Tunnel The bore worm on level 13 wanders down here occasionally, looping around

formations fill a smaller cavern to the southeast (area 1b). The two drow mages are males named Hulziin and Yrrprek. Each wears a cloak pin bearing the insignia of House Freth. They arrived here shortly

Drow Mage

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

Drow Mage Privileged drow males who lack the strength and fighting prowess to train as warriors have no recourse but to pursue the study of magic. For them, it is a matter of survival. Female drow

components: At will: dancing lights 1/day each: darkness, faerie fire, levitate (self only) Spellcasting. The drow is a 10th-level spellcaster. Its spellcasting ability is Intelligence (spell

Exploring This Level

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

Exploring This Level The following encounters are keyed to map 19. Many of the caverns and tunnels are natural formations, while purple worms dug others long ago. The ooze that flows through much of

the level smells foul but is harmless (see the “Elemental Ooze” sidebar). View Player Version ELEMENTAL OOZE The orb in area 4 weeps a steady stream of ooze channeled from the Swamp of Oblivion

Masterpiece Imbroglio

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

Masterpiece Imbroglio An Adventure for 5th-Level Characters A group of scholars and sages known as the Cognoscenti Esoterica recently purchased a painting of Constantori, a famous courtier rumored to

once have been the most beautiful man alive. The portrait supposedly has occult properties, but before the sages could study it, the painting was stolen by the Agile Hand, a thieves’ guild. In this

30. Natural Cavern

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

30. Natural Cavern House Auvryndar keeps a large force stationed here in case the forces of House Freth launch an attack from level 11. This cavern provides most of the food that sustains House

Tlin’orzza, and two males named K’yorl Tanor’thal and Rross Hylarn) mounted on giant lizards, five giant flying spiders (see below), and eight troglodytes split into two groups of four. River. Water

Gray Dwarves (Duergar)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

lean, with black eyes and bald heads, with the males growing long, unkempt, gray beards. Duergar value toil above all else. Showing emotions other than grim determination or wrath is frowned on in their

Resilience. You have advantage on saving throws against illusions and against being charmed or paralyzed. Duergar Magic. When you reach 3rd level, you can cast the enlarge/reduce spell on yourself

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

other than at the moment when coupling takes place. At other times, males and females are more or less indifferent toward one another. All orcs consider mating to be a mundane necessity of life, and no

, and no orc will leave an elf alive. Orcs become so frenzied in combat against elves that they forget all about taking loot and valuables back to the tribe — the only trophies of any worth are

Conclusion

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

, and can reveal secret sympathizers and traitors within the factions of the Council of Waterdeep, at your discretion. Taking the dwarf alive earns the party significant respect among the factions

reclaimed by the cult, and is presently at the Well of Dragons. The characters gain a level at the end of this chapter.

Tomb of Horrors

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal

adventures. Only high-level characters stand a chance of coming back alive, but every player who braves the Tomb will have the experience of a lifetime.

Conclusion

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

gets away alive, leave signs that other cultists were hanging back as reinforcements, but fled when the original force was overwhelmed. Make sure the characters understand what this attack was about

characters and exclaim, “The dragons rise! You cannot stop us!” The characters gain a level at the end of this chapter.

Conclusion

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

, such as Automata. If the characters also return with Beltha, Aristimus provides the bonus he offered: 2,000 gp if Beltha is alive and 1,000 gp if not. If the characters failed in their mission

, Aristimus thanks them for their time and directs them to the line of applicants seeking gate access. When the characters have completed their work in Automata, consult the “Advancing in Level” section of chapter 4 and let the party determine their next destination.

Conclusion

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

gets away alive, leave signs that other cultists were hanging back as reinforcements, but fled when the original force was overwhelmed. Make sure the characters understand what this attack was about

characters and exclaim, “The dragons rise! You cannot stop us!” The characters gain a level at the end of this event.

Conclusion

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

plans, and can reveal secret sympathizers and traitors within the factions of the Council of Waterdeep, at your discretion. Taking the dwarf alive earns the party significant respect among the factions

reclaimed by the cult, and is presently at the Well of Dragons. The characters gain a level at the end of this chapter.

5. Prison Cell

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

spell to float in the center of this otherwise empty room. It was captured while it searched this level for its companions, Tel’zact and Yeluit (see area 29c). Marquox doesn’t know why the githyanki are

keeping it alive, but it knows it won’t survive long in their captivity. If the characters don’t attack it at once, Marquox proposes a deal. If they free it and help it rescue its companions, Marquox

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