manner shines with only add for for longer

Animated Staff of Frost

Monsters Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

creature that successfully grapples the staff must succeed on a DC 12 Charisma saving throw or be charmed by the staff until the staff is no longer in its grasp. While the creature is charmed, the staff

solid surface, doing so with a successful DC 17 Strength (Athletics) check. Breaking the staff in this manner destroys it.Melee Attack. Melee Weapon Attack: +5;{"diceNotation":"1d20+5","rollType":"to

Spirit Statue Mascot

Monsters Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

":"roll","rollAction":"Counsel of the Past"} and add the number rolled to one ability check of its choice, immediately after rolling the d20.To enhance their studies of the past, Lorehold students often

call upon the spirits of dead creatures. Mages seeking longer-term assistance from ancient spirits have learned to house these spirits in statues, giving them a more permanent residence from which to

Neothelid

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

this manner. Magic Resistance. The neothelid has advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects.Tentacles. Melee Weapon Attack: +13;{"diceNotation":"1d20+13","rollType":"to hit

within 10 feet of the neothelid. If the neothelid dies, a swallowed creature is no longer restrained by it and can escape from the corpse by using 20 feet of movement, exiting prone. Acid Breath

Brain Breaker

Monsters Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

one’s Intelligence score, but can’t sense anything else about it. A creature protected by a mind blank spell, a nondetection spell, or similar magic can’t be perceived in this manner

ends, the brain breaker can perceive everything the target senses. The target becomes aware that something is linked to its mind once it no longer has the incapacitated condition, and the brain breaker

Infected Elder Brain

Monsters Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

’s Intelligence score, but can’t sense anything else about it. A creature protected by a mind blank spell, a nondetection spell, or similar magic can’t be perceived in this manner

no longer has the incapacitated condition, and the elder brain can terminate the link at any time (no action required). The target can use an action on its turn to attempt to break the link, doing so

Cloud Giant Destiny Gambler

Monsters Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

treasures—often by gambling. While many cloud giants are content with risking their wealth in games with each other, those who aim for the top of their ordning challenge all manner of beings in

the light of an extinct sun, and another who obtained a fraction of power from the demon lord Orcus. To depict a destiny gambler who won such a wager, you can add one or more of these spells to the

Rahadin

Monsters Curse of Strahd

, found Tatyana. Tatyana was Strahd's type—a woman of exquisite beauty and gentle manner. When Strahd returned to Ravenloft, the young woman instantly caught his eye, and Rahadin had the pleasure of

informing Patrina that her presence at the castle was no longer desired. Rahadin's loyalty didn't waver after Tatyana died and Strahd became a vampire. Rahadin continued to do his master's bidding. Eager

Elder Brain

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

this manner. Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If the elder brain fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead. Magic Resistance. The elder brain has advantage on saving throws against spells

, the elder brain can perceive everything the target senses. The target becomes aware that something is linked to its mind once it is no longer incapacitated, and the elder brain can terminate the link

Neothelid Legacy

Monsters Volo's Guide to Monsters

this manner. Innate Spellcasting (Psionics). The neothelid’s innate spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC 16). It can innately cast the following spells, requiring no components: At

swallowed creatures, which fall prone in a space within 10 feet of the neothelid. If the neothelid dies, a swallowed creature is no longer restrained by it and can escape from the corpse by using 20

Elven Curve Blade

Equipment

Essentially a longer version of the scimitar, this traditional elven weapon has a thinner blade than its cousin. This weapon has the following mastery property. To use this property, you must have

the first that is also within your reach. On a hit, the second creature takes the weapon’s damage, but don’t add your ability modifier to that damage unless that modifier is negative. You can make this extra attack only once per turn.

Elder Brain Legacy

Monsters Volo's Guide to Monsters

this manner. Innate Spellcasting (Psionics). The elder brain’s innate spellcasting ability is Intelligence (spell save DC 18). It can innately cast the following spells, requiring no components

mind once it is no longer incapacitated, and the elder brain can terminate the link at any time (no action required). The target can use an action on its turn to attempt to break the psychic link

Frostmaiden's Revenge

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

side, add a third coldlight walker and two more ice mephits. The attacking force approaches the Black Cabin from the east. As the characters emerge from the cabin, read: Bright light shines from the

to kill the characters and anyone else at the Black Cabin. If the party is 6th level or higher, add another coldlight walker to the attacking force. If the characters have a goliath werebear on their

D: Goblin Lair

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

: a dwarf named Vinx. You can add monsters to the cave to make this scenario longer and more difficult. The goblins might have invited Hobgoblin Warriors from the adjacent cave (cave F) as party guests or bodyguards. To make the scenario easier and shorter, reduce the number of Goblin Warriors.

H: Bugbear Lair

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

the Borderlands. They dream of destroying the keep and looting its riches. You can add another Bugbear Warrior to the cave to make this scenario longer and more difficult, or you can remove one or more of them to make it easier and shorter.

In Command

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

In Command No longer a ragtag band of survivors and prisoners, the adventurers are now in command of a dedicated force of NPC followers. In addition to the advantages that brings, the characters must

assume leadership roles as they deal with allies who might not entirely trust or respect them — or each other. Add in the dangers of the Underdark, along with the unpredictable influence of demonic madness, and the characters have several new challenges that must be faced.

F: Hobgoblin Lair

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

voracious ooze to guard it. You can add monsters, such as allied Goblin Warriors, to the cave to make this scenario longer and more difficult, or you can remove some monsters to make it easier and shorter. One or two Hobgoblin Warriors might be out on a patrol elsewhere.

Customizing NPCs

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

Customizing NPCs There are many easy ways to customize the NPCs for your home campaign. Racial Traits You can add racial traits to an NPC. For example, a halfling druid might have a speed of 25 feet

replace one or more of its spells. You can substitute any spell on the NPC's spell list with a different spell of the same level from the same spell list. Swapping spells in this manner doesn't alter

Dwarves and Dragonmarks

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

close ties to the Mror Holds and their loyalty to the house over any particular nation. In addition to providing all manner of security, House Kundarak dominates Khorvaire’s banking industry. As a

dragonmarked house, it is obliged to remain neutral in the politics of all nations, including its homeland. As a result, Clan Kundarak is no longer represented on the Iron Council that rules the Mror

I: Minotaur Lair

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

. You can add monsters to the cave to make this scenario longer and more difficult. One or more Bandits might be here searching for hidden treasure. Conversely, you can reduce the number of Stirges to make the scenario easier and shorter.

Customizing NPCs

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

manner doesn’t alter an NPC’s challenge rating. Armor and Weapon Swaps. You can upgrade or downgrade an NPC’s armor, or add or switch weapons. Adjustments to Armor Class and damage can change an NPC’s

Customizing NPCs There are many easy ways to customize the NPCs in this appendix for your home campaign. Racial Traits. You can add racial traits to an NPC. For example, a halfling druid might have a

B: Mephit Lair

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

treasure here, guarded by a monstrous shape-shifter called a mimic. Since then, a trio of impish elementals and kuo-toa fanatics have made the cave their home. You can add monsters, such as Giant

Centipedes, to the cave to make this scenario longer and more difficult, or you can remove the Kuo-Toa Marauders or one of the Steam Mephits to make it easier and shorter.

J: Gnoll Lair

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

been unable to find it due to an illusion placed by a long-dead mage. Vicious and hot-tempered, the gnolls have little patience for those who interrupt their search. You can add monsters to the cave

to make this scenario longer and more difficult. One or more Bugbear Warriors might have formed a tenuous alliance with the gnolls. Conversely, you can reduce the number of Gnoll Warriors to make the scenario easier and shorter.

K: Shrine of Evil Chaos

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

foul magic—at the shrine’s heart. You can add monsters, such as Cultists, to the cave to make this scenario longer and more difficult, or you can reduce the number of Skeletons or Zombies to make the scenario easier and shorter. Dario Jelusic

G: Shunned Caves

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

this one. The owlbear is unaware of the cultists’ presence. You can add monsters, such as Zombies, to the cave to make this scenario longer and more difficult, or you can reduce the number of Cultists or Gray Ooze Globs to make it easier and shorter.

Drow Pursuit

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

involved in some secret conspiracy, or perhaps some test of her worthiness. The longer the pursuit, the more determined she is to retake them and have the opportunity to teach them the error of defying her

. The drow party consists of Ilvara (drow priestess of Lolth), the drow elite warriors Jorlan and Shoor, and the junior priestess Asha Vandree (use the priest stat block in the Monster Manual, but add

C: Nothic Lair

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

. Unwilling to confront the creature directly, the nothic is now trapped in its laboratory as it concocts a solution. You can add monsters, such as Stirges, to the cave to make this scenario longer and

E: Ogre Lair

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

companion—for now. Cindertooth tolerates Oggdug so long as the ogre supplies him with gold and spoils for his growing hoard. Player characters might hire the ogre for a short time. You can add monsters

to the cave to make this scenario longer and more difficult. One or more Goblin Warriors or Kobold Warriors might be here soliciting the ogre’s services. Conversely, you can remove the Red Dragon

Sigil Calamities

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

Sigil Calamities All manner of multiversal threats might unfold in Sigil. The Sigil Calamities table suggests plots for grand adventures in the City of Doors. Sigil Calamities d8 Calamity 1 Sigil

warning, barring anything and anyone from entering or exiting the City of Doors. 8 The Lady of Pain decrees that Sigil tolerates its factions no longer. They must disband or risk her wrath. Three factols come together and hire the characters to change the Lady’s mind.

Soul Fuel

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

destroyed. Not even divine intervention can restore a soul destroyed in this manner. Regardless of its size, a furnace can hold any number of souls, their screams of anguish audible out to a range of 60 feet. Each new soul fed to the furnace adds more fuel to the vehicle, allowing it to run longer.

Oath of Devotion

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

. As an action, you can imbue one weapon that you are holding with positive energy, using your Channel Divinity. For 1 minute, you add your Charisma modifier to attack rolls made with that weapon (with

this effect on your turn as part of any other action. If you are no longer holding or carrying this weapon, or if you fall unconscious, this effect ends. Turn the Unholy. As an action, you present

Oath of Devotion

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

. Sacred Weapon. As an action, you can imbue one weapon that you are holding with positive energy, using your Channel Divinity. For 1 minute, you add your Charisma modifier to attack rolls made with

duration. You can end this effect on your turn as part of any other action. If you are no longer holding or carrying this weapon, or if you fall unconscious, this effect ends. Turn the Unholy. As an action

Downtime Activities

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

over a longer period of time and helps to manage the characters’ level progression, preventing them from gaining too much power too quickly. Allowing characters to pursue side interests between

. They might be inclined to undertake projects that require more time between adventures, such as building and maintaining a stronghold. As the party gains levels, you can add more downtime between

Optional Rule: Loyalty

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

party members act in a manner that runs counter to the NPC’s alignment or bond, reduce the NPC’s loyalty score by 1d4. Reduce the NPC’s loyalty score by 2d4 if the character is abused, misled, or

endangered by other party members for purely selfish reasons. An NPC whose loyalty score drops to 0 is no longer loyal to the party and might part ways with them. A loyalty score can never drop below 0

Bard

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

? Ah, then what manner of music they would bring to this world! — Fletcher Danairia, master bard Bards bring levity during grave times; they impart wisdom to offset ignorance; and they make the

favorite musicians as a role model for your character. You can add some unique aspects to your bard character by considering the suggestions that follow. Music is stupid. Wait. I changed my mind. Music is

Neothelid

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

assault, and the elder brain (appears in this book) is killed, the colony’s tadpoles are suddenly freed from their fate. They no longer serve as food—and are no longer fed by their caretakers. Driven by

it. A creature protected by a mind blank spell, a nondetection spell, or similar magic can’t be perceived in this manner. Magic Resistance. The neothelid has advantage on saving throws against spells

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