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Monsters
Monster Manual
Resistances. See Living Shadow.
Living Shadow. While in Dim Light or Darkness, the dragon has Resistance to damage that isn’t Force, Psychic, or Radiant.
Sunlight Sensitivity. While in
: Half damage. Failure or Success: A Humanoid reduced to 0 Hit Points by this damage dies, and a Shadow rises from its corpse. The shadow is under the dragon’s control and shares the dragon’s
Monsters
Monster Manual
Resistances. See Living Shadow.
Legendary Resistance (3/Day, or 4/Day in Lair). If the dragon fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead.
Living Shadow. While in Dim Light or Darkness
damage dies, and a Shadow rises from the corpse. The shadow is under the dragon’s control and shares the dragon’s Initiative count but acts immediately after the dragon.Legendary Action
Monsters
Monster Manual
Resistances. See Living Shadow.
Legendary Resistance (3/Day, or 4/Day in Lair). If the dragon fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead.
Living Shadow. While in Dim Light or Darkness
damage dies, and a Shadow rises from the corpse. The shadow is under the dragon’s control and shares the dragon’s Initiative count but acts immediately after the dragon.Legendary Action
Candle of Invocation
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Magic Items
Basic Rules (2014)
This slender taper is dedicated to a deity and shares that deity's alignment. The candle's alignment can be detected with the detect evil and good spell. The GM chooses the god and associated
dim light in a 30-foot radius. Any creature within that light whose alignment matches that of the candle makes attack rolls, saving throws, and ability checks with advantage. In addition, a cleric or
Spells
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
or when the spell ends.
The creature is an ally to you and your companions. In combat, the creature shares your initiative count, but it takes its turn immediately after yours. It obeys your verbal
end of each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success.
Bonus Actions
Shadow Stealth (Fear Only). While in dim light or darkness, the spirit takes the Hide action.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
is unusually quiet. When the characters report to Marshal Vendri’s office, an aide informs them the marshal is away from Kalaman and shares the following facts: After the characters left Kalaman, the
city council got word that a contingent of Dragon Army troops had broken away from the larger force. Tired of measured steps, members of Kalaman’s leadership—spurred by Lord Bakaris—demanded Kalaman’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
particularly like). An NPC party member who is abused or ignored is likely to abandon or betray the party, whereas an NPC who owes a life debt to the characters or shares their goals might fight to the
death for them. Loyalty can be roleplayed or represented by this rule. Loyalty Score An NPC’s loyalty is measured on a numerical scale from 0 to 20. The NPC’s maximum loyalty score is equal to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Candle of Invocation Wondrous item, very rare (requires attunement) This slender taper is dedicated to a deity and shares that deity’s alignment. The candle’s alignment can be detected with the
candle is destroyed. You can snuff it out early for use at a later time. Deduct the time it burned in increments of 1 minute from the candle’s total burn time. While lit, the candle sheds dim light
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Candle of Invocation Wondrous item, very rare (requires attunement) This slender taper is dedicated to a deity and shares that deity’s alignment. The candle’s alignment can be detected with the
candle is destroyed. You can snuff it out early for use at a later time. Deduct the time it burned in increments of 1 minute from the candle’s total burn time. While lit, the candle sheds dim light
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
approaches peacefully and shares the following warnings: “Strange witchlights hover over Dragon Barrow at night. The hill is haunted by the restless spirits of the dead.” “Neverwinter Wood has become
tunnels and rooms have walls, floors, and roofs made of packed earth.
Light. There is no light within the barrow. Adventurers require darkvision or their own light sources to see inside
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Burly’s Plan Following the characters’ meeting with Witch and Light, Burly pulls the characters aside for a hushed conversation: Burly removes his jack-o’-lantern helmet, revealing a worried
people I’ve met who might be able to set things right. Witch and Light are good guys, but you’ll need leverage to make them spill the beans.”
Burly suggests the characters purloin Mister Witch’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye
slender human woman clad in the light leather armor of a scout or investigator. Clutched in her arms is the dead body of a human man clad in a tattered gray robe. The man and woman bear a striking
the city. If the characters question Kevori (neutral good, human scout), she shares the following information: Investigators for Hire. Kevori and her brother were tasked by Lord Neverember to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
harmless and always moves toward the nearest light source. Any space that it occupies is lightly obscured. After the swarm has been released, Sowpig emerges from her silk cocoon to ask why she has been
only if they threaten Granny Nightshade in the ghoul’s presence or seem particularly suspicious. Sowpig follows them through the lair and shares an occasional joke, which is always dark and upsetting
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Tale of the Hellriders If Reya Mantlemorn is with the characters, she shares the following tale over a campfire at some point during the characters’ five-day journey to Candlekeep: “It was over a
angel entered the city the next day. Her name was Zariel, which means Companion of Light. The prayers of Elturel had been heard, and help had come.
“Zariel located the gate through which the fiends
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
under the dragon’s control and shares the dragon’s Initiative count but acts immediately after the dragon.
Bonus Actions
Shadow Stealth. While in Dim Light or Darkness, the dragon takes the Hide action.
Blindsight 10 ft., Darkvision 60 ft.; Passive Perception 14
Languages Common, Draconic
CR 4 (XP 1,100; PB +2)
Traits
Living Shadow. While in Dim Light or Darkness, the dragon has Resistance to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Points regained. Stifling Shadows. Within 1 mile of the lair, effects that normally create Bright Light instead create Dim Light, and creatures there have Advantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks. If the
Light or Darkness, the dragon has Resistance to damage that isn’t Force, Psychic, or Radiant.
Sunlight Sensitivity. While in sunlight, the dragon has Disadvantage on ability checks and attack rolls
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
Princess Xedalli Xedalli, a chaotic neutral astral elf aristocrat (see Boo’s Astral Menagerie), wears a ring of shooting stars and is initially friendly toward the characters. She shares the
harvested from Xaryxis, our dying star. Once the crystal vines have drained all the energy from your world, they will discharge that energy in a beam of light back to Xaryxis, replenishing it.
“Xeleth
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
strength measured in fields and pastures. It prospered for a time but was plagued by trolls and giants. The dwarves were obliged to build a stronghold underground, carving out the fortress-city of Tyar
, only to be abandoned again. It came to light again in 893 DR, when a group of adventurers who called themselves the Knights of the Silver Horn discovered the ruins. Over the next six years they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
steps from the base of the tree. This is Lungtian, a ninuno and Nimuel’s partner. Light clothing of leaves and vines grows from Lungtian’s body, and when Lungtian speaks, their voice sounds like rustling
between the living and the gods. Nimuel or Lungtian shares these details if asked, along with any specifics from the “Life in Dayawlongon” section later in this adventure. Nimuel Nimuel (neutral good
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
life debt to the characters or shares their goals might fight to the death for them. You can simply decide on an NPC’s loyalty, or you can track a Loyalty Score using the following rules. Loyalty
Score. An NPC’s loyalty is measured on a numerical scale from 0 to 20. The NPC’s maximum Loyalty Score is equal to the highest Charisma score among all adventurers in the party, and its starting Loyalty
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
living prison, a world that would forever contain Khyber’s evil. Almost every culture in the world shares this story as a myth that explains the world. Shattered Siberys became the ring of golden
archfiends known as the Overlords and their armies of rakshasa and lesser fiends dominated Eberron. Forces of light—some versions of the story say the nine gods of the Sovereign Host, others say an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
ends. The creature is an ally to you and your companions. In combat, the creature shares your initiative count, but it takes its turn immediately after yours. It obeys your verbal commands (no action
effect on itself on a success.
Bonus Actions
Shadow Stealth (Fear Only). While in dim light or darkness, the spirit takes the Hide action.
Summon Shadowspawn
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Dukha, he offers to guide them for 100 gp. A character who haggles and succeeds on a DC 14 Charisma (Persuasion) check convinces him to reduce this price by 25 gp. Once a deal’s been made, he shares these
details:
Dukha Bhatiyali
Dukha was traveling toward Sagorpur when the wave struck. While approaching, he saw a current of water sparkle with an eerie green light and sweep away from the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
, Vendri shares the following particulars: The characters are expected to serve as a specialized squad dedicated to meeting challenges other troops can’t address. Each week’s military salary is paid in
advance. Characters who agreed to join can pick up their first payment of 5 gp from Vendri’s clerk today. Characters in need of equipment can freely take any mundane weapons, light armor, or medium armor
Magic Items
Infernal Machine Rebuild
, a supply of which can always be produced from the machine’s inner workings. This silver wire shares the same general nature as the silvery cord of an astral projection spell, connecting to the
foods, hobbies, music, and so forth become unbearable to you.
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Your shadow becomes an undead shadow that shares your alignment and is under your control.
Your shadow behaves disapprovingly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
The Order of the Gauntlet The Order of the Gauntlet shares the Harpers’ dedication to justice and equality, but their methods and attitude are quite different. Bearers of the gauntlet are holy
warriors on a righteous quest to crush evil and promote justice, and they never hide in the shadows. Evil must be opposed openly and vanquished in the light of day, so that all can see and be emboldened by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
The Order of the Gauntlet The Order of the Gauntlet shares the Harpers’ dedication to justice and equality, but their methods and attitude are quite different. Bearers of the gauntlet are holy
warriors on a righteous quest to crush evil and promote justice, and they never hide in the shadows. Evil must be opposed openly and vanquished in the light of day, so that all can see and be emboldened by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
The Order of the Gauntlet The Order of the Gauntlet shares the Harpers’ dedication to justice and equality, but their methods and attitude are quite different. Bearers of the gauntlet are holy
warriors on a righteous quest to crush evil and promote justice, and they never hide in the shadows. Evil must be opposed openly and vanquished in the light of day, so that all can see and be emboldened by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
pressed, though, he shares the following information: He has seen a spirit that resembles a long-dead but regular customer who was famous in her time: Magistrate Dae Won-Ha. He has infrequently glimpsed
and bear the names Young-Gi—the uncle of the current queen and brother of Young-Soo—and Won-Ha. As the cup bearing Won-Ha’s name is taken down, it glows with a faint blue light and pulses every time
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
in battle. The cruel hag magically fused the bodies of Diana and her horse, giving her the appearance of a centaur. Diana fled Prismeer and befriended Mister Witch and Mister Light, who offered her a
, each unicorn telepathically shares with its rider three secrets about Prismeer or the Hourglass Coven during this ride. These secrets can be imparted in response to questions asked by the character, or
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
17. Lich’s Study Ezzat the lich spends much of his time in this dusty, cobweb-filled room, poring over books that claim to shed light on Halaster’s mastery of Undermountain. The lich’s neutral evil
pseudodragon companion, Ipses, stays close to its master. Light. Dozens of wax candles light the room, perched atop candle holders or affixed to skulls, petrified rats, and other miscellaneous objects
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
M12. Parts Storage The secret tunnel from Brigganock Mine leads here. If the characters enter Motherhorn this way, read: The tunnel ends at a wall of loose-fitting stones. Red light shines through
streak that the hag wanted, so she discarded it. It knows Motherhorn’s layout and the nature of its inhabitants, though not their exact whereabouts. It doesn’t like Endelyn and willingly shares the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
now bears. Given the chance, he shares the following useful information with the characters: “I’ve seen more orcs in the woods of late. Ugly brutes.” “The orcs appear to be in league with the evil half
DC 25 Strength (Athletics) check. Each door is a Medium object with AC 15, 30 hit points, and immunity to poison and psychic damage.
Light. At sundown, Corwin lights oil lanterns that hang from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Material Plane. As the characters watch from afar, he reaches the top of the column he is ascending and uses his torch to light the beacon there. The beacon burns bright as he descends the stairs and
terms. The year seemed to drag on and on, and when it finally ended, Alagarthas found himself with only one way to get home: a path that, according to Endelyn, is visible “only in the light of the eight
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
about mining. If the characters talk to Toblen, he shares a brief tale told to him by one of his regular patrons. Roll a d6 and consult the Phandalin Tales table to determine which tale Toblen knows, or
table, or pick a tale the characters haven’t heard yet. Phandalin Miner’s Exchange Miners come here to have their valuable finds weighed, measured, and paid out. The exchange also serves as an






