matter strong with only advanced for for leaders

Flind

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

":"Longbow","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage.When the demon lord Yeenoghu wants to create a particularly fearsome war band leader, he transforms an exceptionally strong and vicious gnoll into

Yeenoghu, a flind uses demonic insight to guide the gnolls toward weak prey ripe for slaughter. Unlike other leaders who might skulk behind their minions, a flind leads the charge in battle. Its flail causes wracking pain, paralysis, and disorientation in those it strikes.

Dzaan

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

more dart.Dzaan was a Red Wizard of Thay who studied the arcane tradition of illusion. The leaders of the Arcane Brotherhood welcomed him with open arms, eager to count a Red Wizard among their ranks

tower contains a special room that can transform the simulacrum into a real person—or any magical illusion into the real thing, for that matter. If this change occurs, the simulacrum

Zhentarim Mercenary

Backgrounds Forgotten Realms: Heroes of Faerûn

Kit, Fine Clothes, Hooded Lantern, Oil (3 flasks), 2 Pouch;Pouches, String, Tinderbox, 11 GP; or (B) 50 GP Maybe you needed the money. Maybe you longed for a family, no matter how dubious. Or maybe

;s leaders insist the organization is more like a family than a shadowy syndicate, few families exhibit as much dishonesty, nepotism, and corruption as this one. You’ve honed your cunning, reflexes, and blade to climb the guild’s ranks.

Skabatha Nightshade

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

.” Bond. “I hate my sisters, but together we are strong." Flaw. “I forget the first creature I see each day when I awaken.” Skabatha’s Appearance Skabatha appears as a

until they could wrest the domain from her clutches. They waited until Iggwilv was lured away on an important matter to imbue Iggwilv's Cauldron with the ability to freeze time. When their sister

Githzerai Anarch

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

mystics who lead communities and maintain the adamantine citadels that serve as strong points in Limbo and on other planes. They have formidable psionic capabilities and are able to manipulate the

of energy and matter, unraveling into unformed substance that dissipates 1d6;{"diceNotation":"1d6","rollType":"roll"} rounds later.

Geryon

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

The region containing Geryon’s lair is warped by his magic, creating one or more of the following effects: Chilling Wind. Freezing strong winds howl around the area within 1 mile of the lair

abilities. Members of his cult can gain the Crushing Blow trait. Cult leaders can also gain the Indomitable Strength trait. Crushing Blow (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). As a bonus action, the

Geryon (Variant)

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

Effects The region containing Geryon’s lair is warped by his magic, creating one or more of the following effects: Chilling Wind. Freezing strong winds howl around the area within 1 mile of

abilities. Members of his cult can gain the Crushing Blow trait. Cult leaders can also gain the Indomitable Strength trait. Crushing Blow (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). As a bonus action

Composite Longbow

Equipment

Mastery of Advanced Weapons requires military training and skill. To use any of the special properties or the Weapon Mastery properties of the Composite Longbow, you must take the Advanced Weapon

Proficiency feat. This weapon has the following mastery property. To use this property, you must have a feature that lets you use it. Strong-Draw. A weapon with the Strong-Draw quality requires great

Arbalest

Equipment

Mastery of Advanced Weapons requires military training and skill. To use any of the special properties or the Weapon Mastery properties of the Arbalest, you must take the Advanced Weapon Proficiency

feat. This weapon has the following mastery property. To use this property, you must have a feature that lets you use it. Strong-Draw. A weapon with the Strong-Draw quality requires great strength

Composite Shortbow

Equipment

Mastery of Advanced Weapons requires military training and skill. To use any of the special properties or the Weapon Mastery properties of the Composite Shortbow, you must take the Advanced Weapon

Proficiency feat. This weapon has the following mastery property. To use this property, you must have a feature that lets you use it. Strong-Draw. A weapon with the Strong-Draw quality requires

Half-Orc Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

warriors, since he had a strong streak of human blood in him, and he found the daylight less bothersome than most of his tribe did. Among the Bloody Skulls, a warrior was judged by his strength, his

fierceness, and his wits. Human ancestry was no blemish against a warrior—provided he was every bit as strong, enduring, and bloodthirsty as his full-blooded kin. Half-orcs who were weaker than their

Yuan-ti Malison (Type 3) Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

calculated poise, and its deadly strike. Their advanced philosophy taught the virtue of detachment from emotion and of clear, focused thought. Yuan-ti culture was among the richest in the mortal

, humanoid cultures make the fatal mistake of trusting the yuan-ti. They forget that a yuan-ti that acts honorably or lends aid in a time of trouble does so only as part of a grander design. Yuan-ti leaders

Firbolg Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

. Their cultural reverence for nature, combined with their strong and insightful minds, makes learning such magic an instinctive part of their development. Almost every firbolg learns a few spells

, typically those used to mask their presence, and many go on to master nature magic. Firbolgs who become druids serve as stronghold leaders. With every action the tribe takes, the druids weigh not only

Yuan-ti Pureblood Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

with that of snakes, producing a caste-based society of hybrids in which the most snakelike are the leaders and the most humanlike are spies and agents in foreign lands. Humans Transformed The

keen intellect and magic to discover the secrets of making steel. Its military shattered rival tribes and developed advanced tactics for fighting in forests and open plains. The civilization grew into a

Soldier Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

combined with the rigid discipline of military service leave their mark on all soldiers, shaping their ideals, creating strong bonds, and often leaving them scarred and vulnerable to fear, shame, and

I can stare down a hell hound without flinching. 6 I enjoy being strong and like breaking things. 7 I have a crude sense of humor. 8 I face problems head-on. A simple, direct

Folk Hero Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

lend help. 3 When I set my mind to something, I follow through no matter what gets in my way. 4 I have a strong sense of fair play and always try to find the most equitable solution to

. If I become strong, I can take what I want—what I deserve. (Evil) 5 Sincerity. There’s no good in pretending to be something I’m not. (Neutral) 6 Destiny. Nothing and

Criminal / Spy Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

. Even criminals who operate outside of such organizations have strong preferences for certain kinds of crimes over others. Choose the role you played in your criminal life, or roll on the table below

always have a plan for what to do when things go wrong. 2 I am always calm, no matter what the situation. I never raise my voice or let my emotions control me. 3 The first thing I do in a

Bugbear Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

, preferring to operate at night. They do take the heads of enemy leaders, but they are no more likely to eat people indiscriminately than humans are. Bugbears aren’t likely to attack lone travelers or

remove opposition or exile weaker or unpopular members to keep the rest of the gang strong. Fortunately for the race as a whole, even young and elderly bugbears have the ability to survive alone in the

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

tales from my military experience relevant to almost every combat situation. 5 I can stare down a hell hound without flinching. 6 I enjoy being strong and like breaking things. 7 I have

City Watch / Investigator

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

hell hound without flinching. 6 I enjoy being strong and like breaking things. 7 I have a crude sense of humor. 8 I face problems head-on. A simple, direct solution is the best path to

’t worth killing over or going to war for. (Neutral) 6 Nation. My city, nation, or people are all that matter. (Any) d6 Bond 1 I would still lay down my life for the

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

the world. For no matter how thick its walls, skilled its archers, or brave its knights, few settlements have ever withstood a full-scale onslaught of orcs. Every soldier who lives through a fight

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

Inheritor

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

trouble, I’m always ready to lend help. 3 When I set my mind to something, I follow through no matter what gets in my way. 4 I have a strong sense of fair play and always try to find

oppress the people. (Chaotic) 4 Might. If I become strong, I can take what I want—what I deserve. (Evil) 5 Sincerity. There’s no good in pretending to be something I’m not

Half-Orc

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

his warriors, since he had a strong streak of human blood in him, and he found the daylight less bothersome than most of his tribe did. Among the Bloody Skulls, a warrior was judged by his strength

, his fierceness, and his wits. Human ancestry was no blemish against a warrior — provided he was every bit as strong, enduring, and bloodthirsty as his full-blooded kin. Half-orcs who were weaker than

Half-Orc

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

his warriors, since he had a strong streak of human blood in him, and he found the daylight less bothersome than most of his tribe did. Among the Bloody Skulls, a warrior was judged by his strength

, his fierceness, and his wits. Human ancestry was no blemish against a warrior — provided he was every bit as strong, enduring, and bloodthirsty as his full-blooded kin. Half-orcs who were weaker than

Folk Hero - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

When I set my mind to something, I follow through no matter what gets in my way. 4 I have a strong sense of fair play and always try to find the most equitable solution to arguments. 5 I

strong, I can take what I want—what I deserve. (Evil) 5 Sincerity. There’s no good in pretending to be something I’m not. (Neutral) 6 Destiny. Nothing and no one can steer

Soldier - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

soldiers, shaping their ideals, creating strong bonds, and often leaving them scarred and vulnerable to fear, shame, and hatred. d8 Personality Trait 1 I’m always polite and

strong and like breaking things. 7 I have a crude sense of humor. 8 I face problems head-on. A simple, direct solution is the best path to success. d6 Ideal 1

Fisher

Backgrounds Ghosts of Saltmarsh

creature of pure water, but your brief romance ended tragically. Suggested Characteristics Fishers succeed only if they spend time at their jobs. As such, most fishers have a strong

Oweland and her family are the informal leaders of the fishing industry in Saltmarsh. You can always count on the Owelands for minor aid and can gain access to Eda if the need is obvious and imminent.

Leading Delegates

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

Leading Delegates Most factions have sent a delegation to the Council of Waterdeep consisting of several important persons and their aides. In general, only the leaders of each delegation are present

at the council meetings attended by the adventurers. However, no matter how individual delegates might react to the characters’ deeds, they also heed the words of their fellow councilors not present

Leading Delegates

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

Leading Delegates Most factions have sent a delegation to the Council of Waterdeep consisting of several important persons and their aides. In general, only the leaders of each delegation are present

at the council meetings attended by the adventurers. However, no matter how individual delegates might react to the characters’ deeds, they also heed the words of their fellow councilors not present

The Material Plane

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

The Material Plane The Material Plane is the nexus where the philosophical and elemental forces that define the other planes collide in the jumbled existence of mortal life and mundane matter. All

-wasted desert planets and island-dotted water worlds, worlds where magic combines with advanced technology and others trapped in an endless Stone Age, worlds where the gods walk and places they have abandoned.

Undercover Empire

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

secrets of making steel. Its military shattered rival tribes and developed advanced tactics for fighting in forests and open plains. The civilization grew into a cluster of allied city-states

. Conquered neighbors were allowed to keep their leaders and culture so long as they paid tribute, swore allegiance to the victors, and incorporated their conquerors’ serpent gods into their religions. These

The Material Plane

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

The Material Plane The Material Plane is the nexus where the philosophical and elemental forces that define the other planes collide in the jumbled existence of mortal life and mundane matter. All

-wasted desert planets and island-dotted water worlds, worlds where magic combines with advanced technology and others trapped in an endless Stone Age, worlds where the gods walk and places they have

Inhuman Intellect

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

, a beholder is truly prepared for any situation and has a strategy to counteract it. A beholder has plans on top of plans, even for the least likely circumstances. It doesn’t matter if invading

advanced weapons. In any case, the beholder’s reaction is calculated, because it has thought about what it and its minions must do in response to every situation.

Githzerai

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

master it. Limbo is a maelstrom of primal matter and energy, its terrain a storm of rock and earth swept up in torrents of murky liquid, buffeted by strong winds, blasted by fire, and chilled by

attack. Order amid Chaos. The githzerai willingly dwell in the heart of utter chaos in Limbo — a twisting, mercurial plane prone to manipulation and subjugation by githzerai minds strong enough to

Knowledge of Kalaman

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

province of Nightlund. Ancient Bastion. Kalaman is a thriving trade city known for its strong walls, castle, and harbor beacons, all of which predate the Cataclysm. Rulers. The city is led by a

governor, a council of prominent guild leaders, and a military marshal. Military. Kalaman maintains a significant military force to deter raiders from Estwilde and monsters from the Dargaard Mountains. Vingaard Port. The city sits at the mouth of the Vingaard River, about thirty miles downriver from Vogler.

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