matter such with only arrive from for lead

Endelyn Moongrave

Monsters The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

the next as well. Nothing surprises me.” Ideal. “Each of us gets to play the lead in our own tragedy, but if you can’t be bothered to put on a good show before you die, don’t

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 returned, the hags used

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.

Ring of X-ray Vision Legacy

Magic Items Basic Rules (2014)

While wearing this ring, you can use an action to speak its command word. When you do so, you can see into and through solid matter for 1 minute. This vision has a radius of 30 feet. To you, solid

. Thicker substances block the vision, as does a thin sheet of lead. Whenever you use the ring again before taking a long rest, you must succeed on a DC 15 Constitution saving throw or gain one level of exhaustion.

Khargra

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

native to the Elemental Plane of Earth, where they are considered annoying pests. They arrive in the Material Plane by accident, usually by following an earth elemental or other creature that has been

metal with ease, organic matter and gems are repugnant to them. If a khargra eats such morsels for whatever reason, they remain lodged in its gullet for a few days of indigestion before the offending

Human Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

reckonings of most worlds, humans are the youngest of the common races, late to arrive on the world scene and short-lived in comparison to dwarves, elves, and dragons. Perhaps it is because of their

members, can be used as inspiration no matter which world your human is in. Calishite Shorter and slighter in build than most other humans, Calishites have dusky brown skin, hair, and eyes. They&rsquo

Inhuman Intellect

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

this way, the constant vigilance and lack of truly peaceful rest would lead to a dangerous level of psychosis, but a beholder’s mind accepts this attitude as normal and necessary — it is always alert

, 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

Golgari Agent

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

and companions you lead can travel between any two locations in the city twice as fast as your speed would normally allow. The paths of the undercity are haunted by dangers that rarely brave the

medusa. 2 I have an identical twin who is as different from me as any person could be. 3 I want to lead one faction of the guild to a new position of dominance. 4 I love spending time in

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

. It is also not unheard of for an exceptionally strong and charismatic evil human to lead stray orcs that no longer have a tribe to call their own. When Tribes Team Up An orc tribe typically has no

Acolyte - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

faiths, are relegated to the Outer City’s Twin Songs neighborhood — but new ones arrive constantly, carried by travelers and proselytizers from far-flung lands. A character with this

traditions of worship and sacrifice must be preserved and upheld. (Lawful) 2 Charity. I always try to help those in need, no matter what the personal cost. (Good) 3 Change. We must help bring

High Walls

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

the characters arrive in the district, read or paraphrase the following boxed text to the players: The stench of body odor, garbage, and tobacco mix together in the streets. High walls cut this

themselves. It is a simple matter to find the Cog Carnival, and just about any resident can give directions. It’s the only warforged bar in the neighborhood.

High Walls

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

the characters arrive in the district, read or paraphrase the following boxed text to the players: The stench of body odor, garbage, and tobacco mix together in the streets. High walls cut this

themselves. It is a simple matter to find the Cog Carnival, and just about any resident can give directions. It’s the only warforged bar in the neighborhood.

Chapter 8 – Faunel: Vicious Alliances

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

the overgrown ruins of the previous community, factions of sapient animals vie to control the town’s future. When bloodthirsty gnoll hunters arrive in the area, the town’s peace becomes even more

tenuous. Faunel is detailed in chapter 3 of Sigil and the Outlands. Review the town’s description prior to running this chapter. Adrián Ibarra Lugo The leaders of Faunel’s three packs of sapient animals argue over how best to lead the gate-town

Starting Out

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

might have had something to do with it, then dismisses the thought. “Doesn’t matter,” he says. “I have all my notes memorized!” Gargosh’s Route. “Gargosh” tells the characters that their destination is

a shorter route, Gargosh agrees to follow their lead. Check for random encounters (see chapter 2) regardless of the route the characters decide to take. Drannin’s Route. Drannin and his crew take a

Mountain Climb

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

Mountain Climb The characters can pick up this quest if they start the adventure in Targos or shortly after they arrive in town. It begins when they see a sled dog running through the street. The dog

belonged to Garret Velryn, a wilderness guide who led a small expedition up Kelvin’s Cairn. The dog is agitated and tries to lead the characters to Garret’s house. Garret’s husband, Keegan, is

Ring of X-ray Vision

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

Ring of X-ray Vision Ring, rare (requires attunement) While wearing this ring, you can use an action to speak its command word. When you do so, you can see into and through solid matter for 1 minute

common metal, or up to 3 feet of wood or dirt. Thicker substances block the vision, as does a thin sheet of lead. Whenever you use the ring again before taking a long rest, you must succeed on a DC 15 Constitution saving throw or gain one level of exhaustion.

Ring of X-ray Vision

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

Ring of X-ray Vision Ring, rare (requires attunement) While wearing this ring, you can use an action to speak its command word. When you do so, you can see into and through solid matter for 1 minute

common metal, or up to 3 feet of wood or dirt. Thicker substances block the vision, as does a thin sheet of lead. Whenever you use the ring again before taking a long rest, you must succeed on a DC 15 Constitution saving throw or gain one level of exhaustion.

Arrival at the Palace

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

straight to the palace’s front gate (area P1). Characters who ride on the backs of giant cranes from Motherhorn are deposited in the garden (area P2). No matter how the characters arrive at the palace

Arrival at the Palace The means by which the characters travel to the palace determines where they arrive: Characters who make the overland journey from Yon with Amidor cross a bridge that leads

Temple of the Immortal Lotus

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

Temple of the Immortal Lotus If the characters follow the tracks leading to the temple, read: The tracks lead you to the western edge of a secluded glade. The trees partially obscure what appear to

the characters arrive at the temple without alerting its inhabitants, they can observe the monks’ movements and routines. Life at the temple is highly regimented. The day-to-day activities of the

Setting the Adventure

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

. Characters traveling from the Radiant Citadel arrive near the Ruisenor Peaks, a few hours travel from Milpazul. You can use the “San Citlán Gazetteer” section at the end of this adventure as a starting point

to detail the region however you please. Eberron. San Citlán might appear between the Blade Desert and Endworld Mountains in eastern Khorvaire, a location that might lead you to add more elves and

Ghost Orchid Tepui

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

roaring waterfall cascades down the tepui, and a well-trodden path twists toward it through the trees. Upon passing through the portal, the characters arrive at the Ghost Orchid Tepui, a mysterious

Tepui no matter which direction they were headed. With a shriek, Nene encourages the characters to proceed down the path toward the tepui. He then flies up the side of the tepui and over the top.

Character Hooks

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

events in Milpazul or Hollow Mine, adjust the calendar accordingly. No matter what happens, the characters arrive in San Citlán while the festival is in full swing—it lasts as long as you require.

Scenario 2: Waves of Undead

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

Scenario 2: Waves of Undead Use this scenario if the characters’ preparations for the attack are only minimal, or to create a tense and wearying night of encounters. The drowned ones arrive in three

drowned blades and two drowned ascetics assault the hermitage. The drowned blades arrive at the door that leads into area 11 and attempt to enter. The drowned ascetics enter through any previously opened

3. Death from Above

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

3. Death from Above Fungi. Gardens of barrelstalk, bluecap, timmask, and trillimac fill the cavern. Between the garden patches meander paths that lead to and from the various exits. Piercers

first light-carrying creature to cross the cavern. Whether it hits or misses, this piercer can’t attack again until it makes the long, slow climb back to the cavern ceiling. After the first piercer drops, avoiding the cavern’s stalactite formations becomes a simple matter.

Docks

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

fishing boats. It’s those dwarves — they want to take over! 4 The king’s agents have infiltrated town. It’s only a matter of time before they remove the council and replace them with foppish nobles. 5

been going through everyone’s trash at night. Something from the swamp, I’d reckon — maybe a troll. 8 Sometimes on a moonless night, you can meet the ghost of a drowned sailor trying to get home. Lead

Half-Elves

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

a half-elf in Faerûn. To elves who have an extreme viewpoint on the matter, half-elves are emblematic of the decline of elven civilization, a dilution of the race’s heritage and culture that will lead

Entering the Vault

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5

Entering the Vault The Phylactery Vault is a tetrahedral space — like standing inside a hollow pyramid — and the characters are inside that space when they arrive. Each face of the vault has its own

other surfaces. The characters arrive on floor 1. Map 5.12: The Phylactery Vault - Floor 1 & Floor 2 Map 5.13: The Phylactery Vault - Floor 3 & Floor 4 Begin by describing the area: The vast, four

Town Gates

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

Town Gates Three tall gates made of iron bars lead into town: The north gate is sometimes called the Zarovich Gate, or “the gate to the lake,” because it leads to Lake Zarovich (chapter 2, area L

to stab creatures through the bars of the gate. The guards greet all visitors with suspicion, particularly those who arrive at night. If the characters arrive at night, one or more of them must succeed

11. Crickets and Bats

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

directions, but most lead west toward the drow fortress.) Bat Alarm. Hundreds of bats cling to the 30-foot-high domed ceiling. The drow use the bats as an alarm of sorts, knowing that the creatures become

into this area to feed the bats. Expecting to be fed, the bats start to shriek and flap about the cave when the characters arrive, alerting the drow guards in areas 12a, 12b, and 18a.

Preparing for the Masquerade

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

friends so they can arrive at the event together. Nothing sinister happens to the characters during this time, but it’s still a stressful period, and tensions are apt to be high. The day of the

masquerade, have each character roll on the Preparation Accidents table to see how the lead-up to the event goes. Preparation Accidents d10 Accident 1–3 No accident. Preparations go smoothly. 4 The

20. Pillared Hall

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

20c. Dexterity (Stealth) checks to move silently through the area are made with disadvantage. 20a. Central Chamber Guards. Five invisible will-o’-wisps patrol this area. Dais. Five steps lead to the

top of a stone dais, at the back of which is a set of gold-plated double doors that open into area 22. If visitors arrive unannounced, the will-o’-wisps become visible and impatiently question the

Simic Scientist

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

our work is to hurry it along — no matter what must be upended along the way. (Chaotic) 3 Knowledge. Understanding the world is more important than what you do with your knowledge

interested in taking notes on monstrous anatomy than in fighting monsters. 3 Every social situation I’m in seems to lead to my asking rude personal questions. 4 I’m supremely

Dhakaani Fort

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

taken prisoner and held in the fort’s dungeons. 5 Steal the fort commander’s notes on troop movements in the surrounding areas. 6 Lead a strike force against the fort to drive out or destroy the

occupying Dhakaani. 7 Rush to support a small squad besieging the fort before Dhakaani reinforcements arrive and break the siege. 8 Assassinate or kidnap the advisor to the fort’s commander. 9 Work with the

Hitting the Streets

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica

: Krenko’s absence has hurt his gang’s reputation. Other gangs have been encroaching on his territory, and it’s only a matter of time before there’s another power struggle played out in the streets. Tin

all. Foundry Street is where you’ll find manufacturing facilities for the Tenth District, and it’s Krenko’s gang’s turf. His enforcers are still squabbling over who should lead. For now, they all have

4: Smithy

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

4: Smithy The smithy is where the keep’s residents purchase metal goods and have them repaired. When the characters arrive at the smithy, read the following boxed text aloud: The stench of hot

stout posts support the upper floor. They bear hanging tools and everyday metal goods: cast-iron pots, horseshoes, and so on. Private Rooms. Two doors at the rear of the smithy lead to storerooms

S1. Road Junction

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

to tell at this distance, but there seems to be a switchback road clinging to the cliffs that lead up from the walled settlement to the abbey. The Old Svalich Road continues west from this location for

a little more than a mile before it plunges into the foggy curtain that surrounds Barovia (see chapter 2, “Mists of Ravenloft”). Characters who follow the road north arrive at the gatehouse (area S2).

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