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Goliath Legacy

Species Elemental Evil Player's Companion

when it is supported by a level playing field. Competition measures talent, dedication, and effort. Those factors determine survival in their home territory, not reliance on magic items, money, or other

Fair Play

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

Fair Play For goliaths, competition exists only when it is supported by a level playing field. Competition measures talent, dedication, and effort. Those factors determine survival in their home

Constitution

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

Constitution Constitution measures health, stamina, and vital force. Constitution Checks Constitution checks are uncommon, and no skills apply to Constitution checks, because the endurance this

your Constitution modifier changes, your hit point maximum changes as well, as though you had the new modifier from 1st level. For example, if you raise your Constitution score when you reach 4th level

Area Descriptions

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

Area Descriptions Undermountain is a series of interconnected dungeon levels, each one deeper than the last. Every dungeon level has its own encounter locations keyed to a map. The adventure text

often presents the most important features of a location in the form of a list with boldface headings for ease of reference. These key features are arranged in order of prominence or in the order in

Constitution

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

Constitution Constitution measures health, stamina, and vital force. Constitution Checks Constitution checks are uncommon, and no skills apply to Constitution checks, because the endurance this

your Constitution modifier changes, your hit point maximum changes as well, as though you had the new modifier from 1st level. For example, if you raise your Constitution score when you reach 4th level

Teleportation Circle

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

Teleportation Circle 5th-level conjuration Casting Time: 1 minute Range: 10 feet Components: V, M (rare chalks and inks infused with precious gems worth 50 gp, which the spell consumes) Duration: 1

circles inscribed somewhere within their confines. Each such circle includes a unique sigil sequence—a string of magical runes arranged in a particular pattern. When you first gain the ability to cast

Teleportation Circle

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

Teleportation Circle Level 5 Conjuration (Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard) Casting Time: 1 minute Range: 10 feet Components: V, M (rare inks worth 50+ GP, which the spell consumes) Duration: 1

teleportation circles. Each circle includes a unique sigil sequence—a string of runes arranged in a particular pattern. When you first gain the ability to cast this spell, you learn the sigil sequences for two

Teleportation Circle

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

Teleportation Circle Level 5 Conjuration (Bard, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard) Casting Time: 1 minute Range: 10 feet Components: V, M (rare inks worth 50+ GP, which the spell consumes) Duration: 1

teleportation circles. Each circle includes a unique sigil sequence—a string of runes arranged in a particular pattern. When you first gain the ability to cast this spell, you learn the sigil sequences for two

Teleportation Circle

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

Teleportation Circle 5th-level conjuration Casting Time: 1 minute Range: 10 feet Components: V, M (rare chalks and inks infused with precious gems worth 50 gp, which the spell consumes) Duration: 1

circles inscribed somewhere within their confines. Each such circle includes a unique sigil sequence—a string of magical runes arranged in a particular pattern. When you first gain the ability to cast

14. Base de Résistance

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

, respectively, but he hasn’t explored either level. Tabletop Map. The wererats have carefully arranged the loose stones on the table to form an accurate map of this level of Undermountain; the map, however

levels of Undermountain. Rizzeryl has begun haranguing the Xanathar Guild forces on this level with the help of the wererat gang, which hails from Skullport. The drow wizard and the wererats have no

The Master Plan

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

about the former lizardfolk lair and the surrounding area, including but not limited to the following details: The lair is a three-level cave system inside a rocky island. Remarkably, the island seems

quartered, and the leaders housed. Discover any significant defensive measures: traps, areas readied specifically for defense, and other dangers the attacking force must avoid or overcome. Discover how advanced the sahuagin preparations are and when they might mount their first attack.

2. Vast Cavern

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

. Hobgoblin Vanguard A hobgoblin captain named Kurlog has led a force of seven hobgoblins to this location. They are hunkered down behind scrap metal barricades sloppily arranged along the northwest ledge

overlooking the trench. The hobgoblins aim to draw out Zox Clammersham, defeat him, seize the ring he uses to control the scaladar, and return the ring to Doomcrown, the hobgoblin warlord on level 14

14. Guest Apartment

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

.) Furnishings. Six stuffed chairs and a chaise longue are arranged near the fireplace. 14c. Study Furnishings. An elegant zurkhwood desk stands in the middle of the room, a thin matching chair positioned

especially valuable. 14d. Mirror Gate to Level 7 Bed. A zurkhwood bed draped by a spider silk canopy stands against the north wall. Mirror. A tall, rectangular mirror is mounted on the east wall. The

40. Arcturia's Chambers

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

-size statue of a dwarf in plate armor, wearing a bucket helm and standing at attention atop a block of stone that measures 3 feet on a side. Secret Door. Set into the north wall is a secret door that

spellbooks that Arcturia has accumulated over the years. They contain most of the wizard spells in the Player’s Handbook, plus any others of your choosing. All the 8th-level and 9th-level spells that

17. Arcturia's Court

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

). Furnishings. Arranged throughout the hall are four stuffed chairs, four padded footstools, two divans, and two large coffee tables. (These furnishings are twelve mimics in disguise. Arcturia considers

: Cantrips (at will): mage hand, prestidigitation, ray of frost 1st level (4 slots): detect magic, magic missile, shield, thunderwave 2nd level (3 slots): detect thoughts, enlarge/reduce, Melf’s acid

11. King's Walk

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

gp) that reflects color as a prism does. This crown is needed to activate two of Halaster’s gates: on level 8 in area 18b and on level 11 in area 11a. 11e. Life in Undermountain Stone panels set into

orbs of light arranged like the eyes of a beholder appear in the middle of the room. This spectral display is one of Halaster’s harmless regional effects (see “Halaster’s Lair”) and lasts for 1 minute.

Lower Level

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

Lower Level Paintings, statues, murals, frescoes, tapestries, and oil lamps meant to impress guests decorate this level. 1. Entryway This pleasant, breezy, tiled courtyard includes a splashing

arranged on the floor. Narrow windows look into the garden, but these double as arrow slits in case visitors aren’t as friendly as they claim to be. 3. Grand Hall A magnificently tiled floor is flanked by

Adventures in Falkovnia

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

civilization. Whether they move in a single wave or scatter into smaller bands, this surge brings a monthly threat to besiege the walls of Lekar. When creating zombie encounters, consider the average level

side, united against the zombies. The characters might defend Drakov’s people and enact her defensive measures, but might also try to subvert her Pyrrhic strategies or attempt to smuggle survivors to

Recurring Villains

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

of obstacles in the way of an adventuring party. Mechanical and magical traps, wards against divination, and protective magic items are just a few of the security measures available to a resourceful

villain and improve its challenge rating to make it relevant to the higher-level characters. NPC Stat Blocks. Some of the stat blocks in the Monster Manual can reflect the same character at different

Nontraditional Traditions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

threat level under wraps. Your ability to literally spend days hanging out at the tavern and never be noticed makes you a valuable addition to any franchise that needs to keep its collective eyes and

always nice to have someone in a franchise who can slap an enemy so hard that they shrivel up and die several days after the characters have left town and arranged their alibis. As a monk following the Way

Spaceship Locations, Level 4

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase

Spaceship Locations, Level 4 The fourth level of the spaceship is the service deck. It is the central node of the ship, the brain from which the ship’s core functions derive their processing power

—and where they are most vulnerable. The following locations are keyed to map 7.4. Damien Mammoliti Map 7.4: Spaceship Level 4 View Player Version S61: Server Room (Green) Boxy, metal towers hum

Sanctuary

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

, with other worship areas arranged around it. Foes The force outside the temple is split into three groups. One (A) is battering at the front doors, another (B) is circling the temple in a screeching

mob, and the third (C) is heaping burning straw against a rear door. All these groups together would overwhelm 1st-level characters, but characters can devise a plan that gets them inside the temple by

Sanctuary

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

, with other worship areas arranged around it. Foes The force outside the temple is split into three groups. One (A) is battering at the front doors, another (B) is circling the temple in a screeching

mob, and the third (C) is heaping burning straw against a rear door. All these groups together would overwhelm 1st-level characters, but characters can devise a plan that gets them inside the temple by

New Ability Scores: Honor and Sanity

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

of measuring a character’s devotion to that code. The Honor ability is useful in any campaign that revolves around orders of knights or other warriors who adhere to a formal code. Honor measures not

is level-headed even in the face of bizarre circumstances, while a character with low Sanity is unsteady, breaking easily when confronted by eldritch horrors that are beyond normal reason. Sanity

Designing Simple Traps

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

simple. Their effects include poisoned needles that spring out when a lock is tampered with, blasts of fire that fill a room, poison gas, and other lethal measures. Saving throws — usually Dexterity

or Constitution — allow creatures to avoid or mitigate the trap’s effects. Level and Lethality Before creating a trap’s effects, think about its level and its lethality. Traps are divided into four

Seagrow Caves Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle

. Before the myconid leader lapsed into unconsciousness, it created this guardian to keep outsiders away. As described on the previous page, the water level here varies by up to 10 feet with the tides. At

middle. 2nd-Level Characters. If the characters are 2nd level, two stirges clinging to the tunnel ceiling are disturbed if fighting breaks out in this area and join the battle. The stirges ignore the spore

Meeting Kwalish

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish

by a remove curse spell cast by an 18th-level spellcaster, by defeating Kwalish and reversing the process using his machines, or by completing a separate task for the inventor. Just a Bit of Trouble

measures to advance his research. Sphinx’s Curse If the characters engage Kwalish successfully, or as an added reward if they rescue him, the inventor can use his skill to remove the curse imposed by the

Dexterity

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

Dexterity Dexterity measures agility, reflexes, and balance. Dexterity Checks A Dexterity check can model any attempt to move nimbly, quickly, or quietly, or to keep from falling on tricky footing

1st-level character (with a proficiency bonus of +2) has a Wisdom of 15 (a +2 modifier) and proficiency in Perception, he or she has a passive Wisdom (Perception) of 14. What Can You See? One of the

Dexterity

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

Dexterity Dexterity measures agility, reflexes, and balance. Dexterity Checks A Dexterity check can model any attempt to move nimbly, quickly, or quietly, or to keep from falling on tricky footing

has advantage, add 5. For disadvantage, subtract 5. For example, if a 1st-level character (with a proficiency bonus of +2) has a Wisdom of 15 (a +2 modifier) and proficiency in Perception, he or

7. Clammersham Palace

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

tiny bulbous nose that unlocks all nine doors. Zox fashioned a spare key but lost it during a recent Undermountain foray (see level 12, area 14). A character can try to pick a door’s lock using thieves

12), but the “scary red metal wearers” recently set the forest on fire. The combination to Zox’s iron safe is “prairie dog, wombat, badger, armadillo, wombat.” Arch Gate to Level 6. The arch embedded

Bazaar Chase

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

flying from Emad’s shop measures 4 feet by 6 feet, has a capacity of 400 pounds, and has a flying speed of 60 feet. It can accommodate two Medium or Small creatures. After rolling initiative, each

during the chase requires the creature to succeed on a DC 10 Constitution check at the end of its turn or gain 1 level of exhaustion. Unless it can move in some other manner, like riding a carpet of

Museum Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

Exhibit Artificial plants made of wood, silk, and other materials sprout from artfully arranged planters. Tall ferns, bushes with strange berries, and slender trees are represented alongside placards

financial records. A character who searches this area also finds information about the placement of the building’s alarm spells (see “Investigating Security Measures” earlier in the adventure). V7

Boarding the Sea Ghost

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

Boarding the Sea Ghost How long it takes the characters to reach the ship depends on what arrangements they have made beforehand. If, for example, it is arranged that the guard members, once they

the others on board below fail to do so — his gaze is fixed at a higher level. If those on the deck below detect the characters’ intrusion, the crew member’s attention is attracted (even if his

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