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Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
10 feet away from the giant.Hill giants who master rune magic discover a close connection to the natural forces of earth and stone. Their magic, combined with their size and strength, helps them
Hill Rune. The giant has a hill rune inscribed on a rock or some other object in its possession. While holding or wearing the object bearing the rune, the giant can use its Stone Avalanche action and
Monsters
Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
);{"diceNotation":"3d8", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Ice Armor", "rollDamageType":"cold"} cold damage.Frost giants who master rune magic are known as ice shapers, and their sheer power typically contributes
Frost Rune. The giant has a frost rune inscribed on a chunk of ice or some other object in its possession. While holding or wearing the object bearing the rune, the giant can use its Ice Wolves
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
Magic Items
Divine Contention
This small metallic object is comprised of rune-covered parts made from different metals, linked together with a variety of gears, bands, bits, and bobs. The metals are all different colors, making
extradimensional space or teleports while in possession of it. The effects of the explosion will be felt at both the origin and terminus of the teleportation, but only affecting all creatures within 30 feet of either location.
*Found in the Dungeon Master’s Guide.
Magic Items
Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
The Blackstaff is a sentient, rune-carved staff set with thin silver veins. It is the symbol of office for the Blackstaff, the highest-ranking wizard in Waterdeep. As the rightful owner of the
of power (see the Dungeon Master’s Guide) in addition to the following properties.
Animate Walking Statues. You can expend 1 or more of the staff’s charges as an action to animate or
Moonblade
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Magic Items
Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
new rune appears on the blade. You remain attuned to the weapon until you die or the weapon is destroyed.
A moonblade has one rune on its blade for each master it has served (typically 1d6 + 1). The
, the sword lies dormant. It functions like a normal longsword until a worthy soul finds it and lays claim to its power.
A moonblade serves only one master at a time. The attunement process requires a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Experience Points As they overcome challenges and complete adventures, characters earn Experience Points (XP), which are awarded by the Dungeon Master. When a character’s XP total crosses certain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Experience Points As they overcome challenges and complete adventures, characters earn Experience Points (XP), which are awarded by the Dungeon Master. When a character’s XP total crosses certain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Adventures An adventure might be created by the Dungeon Master or purchased. In either case, an adventure features a fantastic setting, such as an underground dungeon, a wondrous wilderness, or a
short adventure might present only a few challenges and take only one session to complete. A long adventure might involve many combats, interactions, and other challenges and take dozens of sessions.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Experience Points As they overcome challenges and complete adventures, characters earn Experience Points (XP), which are awarded by the Dungeon Master. When a character’s XP total crosses certain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Experience Points As they overcome challenges and complete adventures, characters earn Experience Points (XP), which are awarded by the Dungeon Master. When a character’s XP total crosses certain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Adventures An adventure might be created by the Dungeon Master or purchased (the examples of play in this chapter are inspired by a published adventure, Curse of Strahd). In either case, an adventure
, mysteries, and more arise during these explorations. Adventures vary in length and complexity. A short adventure might present only a few challenges and take only one session to complete. A long adventure might involve many combats, interactions, and other challenges and take dozens of sessions.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Adventures An adventure might be created by the Dungeon Master or purchased. In either case, an adventure features a fantastic setting, such as an underground dungeon, a wondrous wilderness, or a
short adventure might present only a few challenges and take only one session to complete. A long adventure might involve many combats, interactions, and other challenges and take dozens of sessions.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
mystic shapes of our runes.
—Diancastra
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
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
mystic shapes of our runes.
—Diancastra
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
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Adventures An adventure might be created by the Dungeon Master or purchased (the examples of play in this chapter are inspired by a published adventure, Curse of Strahd). In either case, an adventure
, mysteries, and more arise during these explorations. Adventures vary in length and complexity. A short adventure might present only a few challenges and take only one session to complete. A long adventure might involve many combats, interactions, and other challenges and take dozens of sessions.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
himself is an infrequent visitor, preferring instead to remain close to his master, Halaster, on level 23. Trobriand’s Graveyard is designed for four 12th-level characters. Those who overcome this level’s challenges should gain enough XP to reach 13th level.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
himself is an infrequent visitor, preferring instead to remain close to his master, Halaster, on level 23. Trobriand’s Graveyard is designed for four 12th-level characters. Those who overcome this level’s challenges should gain enough XP to reach 13th level.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
The Dungeon Master The Dungeon Master has a special role in D&D games. The DM is a storyteller. The DM presents the challenges and encounters that the characters must overcome. The DM is the players
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Frost Giant Ice Shaper Frost giants who master rune magic are known as ice shapers, and their sheer power typically contributes to a meteoric rise in the giants’ ordning. Many of them end up as jarls
Languages Common, Giant
Challenge 17 (18,000 XP) Proficiency Bonus +6
Frost Rune. The giant has a frost rune inscribed on a chunk of ice or some other object in its possession. While holding or wearing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
The Dungeon Master The Dungeon Master has a special role in D&D games. The DM is a storyteller. The DM presents the challenges and encounters that the characters must overcome. The DM is the players
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Borderlands Quest: Goblin Trouble
the game and teaches you, the Dungeon Master, how to run it for them. This short adventure is meant to last approximately 1-2 hours of play. John Grello Below relevant adventure text, you’ll see
player takes on the role of an adventuring character: a hero with skill and knowledge—and sometimes magic—that lets them overcome challenges and achieve greatness!
One of the participants in the game
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
, roll 3d4. You grow a number of inches in height equal to the roll. Moreover, the extra damage you deal with your Giant’s Might feature increases to 1d8. Master of Runes 15th-level Rune Knight
Rune Knight You’re researching ancient arts and drawing runes. It’s okay to just say you want to be a witch!
Tasha
Rune Knights enhance their martial prowess using the supernatural power of runes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
, roll 3d4. You grow a number of inches in height equal to the roll. Moreover, the extra damage you deal with your Giant’s Might feature increases to 1d8. Master of Runes 15th-level Rune Knight
Rune Knight You’re researching ancient arts and drawing runes. It’s okay to just say you want to be a witch!
Tasha
Rune Knights enhance their martial prowess using the supernatural power of runes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Frost Giant Ice Shaper Frost giants who master rune magic are known as ice shapers, and their sheer power typically contributes to a meteoric rise in the giants’ ordning. Many of them end up as jarls
Languages Common, Giant
Challenge 17 (18,000 XP) Proficiency Bonus +6
Frost Rune. The giant has a frost rune inscribed on a chunk of ice or some other object in its possession. While holding or wearing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Borderlands Quest: Goblin Trouble
the game and teaches you, the Dungeon Master, how to run it for them. This short adventure is meant to last approximately 1-2 hours of play. John Grello Below relevant adventure text, you’ll see
player takes on the role of an adventuring character: a hero with skill and knowledge—and sometimes magic—that lets them overcome challenges and achieve greatness!
One of the participants in the game
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Hill Giant Avalancher Hill giants who master rune magic discover a close connection to the natural forces of earth and stone. Their magic, combined with their size and strength, helps them quickly
Throws Str +9, Con +8, Wis +8
Skills Nature +7, Perception +8
Senses passive Perception 18
Languages Common, Giant
Challenge 12 (8,400 XP) Proficiency Bonus +4
Hill Rune. The giant has a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Hill Giant Avalancher Hill giants who master rune magic discover a close connection to the natural forces of earth and stone. Their magic, combined with their size and strength, helps them quickly
Throws Str +9, Con +8, Wis +8
Skills Nature +7, Perception +8
Senses passive Perception 18
Languages Common, Giant
Challenge 12 (8,400 XP) Proficiency Bonus +4
Hill Rune. The giant has a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
Overview A D&D adventure is a collection of locations, quests, and challenges that inspires you to tell a story. The outcome of that story is determined by the actions and decisions of the
, untamed wilderness. You don’t need to be a Forgotten Realms expert to run the adventure, as everything you need to know about the setting is contained in this book. If this is your first time running a D&D adventure, read the “Role of the Dungeon Master” section.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
Overview A D&D adventure is a collection of locations, quests, and challenges that inspires you to tell a story. The outcome of that story is determined by the actions and decisions of the
, untamed wilderness. You don’t need to be a Forgotten Realms expert to run the adventure, as everything you need to know about the setting is contained in this book. If this is your first time running a D&D adventure, read the “Role of the Dungeon Master” section.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Adventures The Dungeons & Dragons game consists of a group of characters embarking on an adventure that the Dungeon Master presents to them. Each character brings particular capabilities to the
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Adventures The Dungeons & Dragons game consists of a group of characters embarking on an adventure that the Dungeon Master presents to them. Each character brings particular capabilities to the
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Master is to keep the players immersed in the world you’ve created and to give the characters the opportunity to do awesome things. Knowing what your players enjoy most about the D&D game helps you create
match their preferences. At best, a group of players is a lot like their characters, in that having different interests and capabilities enables them to handle a broad range of challenges.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Master is to keep the players immersed in the world you’ve created and to give the characters the opportunity to do awesome things. Knowing what your players enjoy most about the D&D game helps you create
match their preferences. At best, a group of players is a lot like their characters, in that having different interests and capabilities enables them to handle a broad range of challenges.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
escape. In return, she taught me the rudiments of rune carving.
—Bigby
Intended for the Dungeon Master, this chapter explores key aspects of giants’ life and society. The ideas and tables included