mechanics some with only all falling for loyal

Vampire Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

Shapechanger trait) instead of falling unconscious, provided that it isn’t in sunlight or running water. If it can’t transform, it is destroyed. While it has 0 hit points in mist form, it

grand yet defensible location for its lair, such as a castle, fortified manor, or walled abbey. It hides its coffin in an underground crypt or vault guarded by vampire spawn or other loyal creatures

Vampire Spellcaster Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

falling unconscious, provided that it isn't in sunlight or running water. If it can't transform, it is destroyed. While it has 0 hit points in mist form, it can't revert to its vampire form, and it must

guarded by vampire spawn or other loyal creatures of the night. Regional Effects The region surrounding a vampire's lair is warped by the creature's unnatural presence, creating any of the following

Vampire Warrior Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

falling unconscious, provided that it isn't in sunlight or running water. If it can't transform, it is destroyed. While it has 0 hit points in mist form, it can't revert to its vampire form, and it must

underground crypt or vault guarded by vampire spawn or other loyal creatures of the night. Regional Effects The region surrounding a vampire's lair is warped by the creature's unnatural presence, creating any

Nafas

Monsters Quests from the Infinite Staircase

can also act as a warlock’s otherworldly patron, imparting a fraction of his power in exchange for the warlock’s loyal service. Nafas's Lair Nafas lairs in the Censer of Dreams, an aeolian

, ushering them safely to the nearest staircase. Such creatures descend at a rate of 60 feet per round and take no damage from falling. Aberrations, Fiends, Undead, and creatures that fall due to Nafas&rsquo

Zorak Lightdrinker

Monsters Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

to succeed instead. Misty Escape. When he drops to 0 hit points outside his resting place, Zorak transforms into a cloud of mist (as in the Shapechanger trait) instead of falling unconscious

its coffin in an underground crypt or vault guarded by vampire spawn or other loyal creatures of the night. Regional Effects The region surrounding a vampire's lair is warped by the creature's

Keresta Delvingstone

Monsters Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

can choose to succeed instead. Misty Escape. When she drops to 0 hit points outside her resting place, Keresta transforms into a cloud of mist (as in the Shapechanger trait) instead of falling

or other loyal creatures of the night. Regional Effects Vanrakdoom is Keresta's lair, and the following regional effects are noticeable throughout it: Fog creeps into areas of dim light or darkness

Roc Patrol

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention

Roc Patrol As the weather worsens, a roc swoops down from the storm clouds above. On its back, a half-orc blackguard (see appendix A) named Kata Ironhide spits threats at the party. Kata is a loyal

from lower than 50 feet take half the normal falling damage). If Kata or her roc lose more than half of their hit points, they attempt to flee back to the galleon.

Primordial Alliance

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Scions of Elemental Evil

members based in the temple, cult operatives pose as Queen Yolande’s loyal servants. The Order of Falling Ash is led by the Succubus Cinderhide, who serves Gazra, a pit fiend known as the Prince of Ash. Cinderhide can be found in area T8 (see map 1.1).

primordial might of Chlimbia, Prince of Magma. The Children of Splintered Ice, Children of Suffocating Ooze, and Order of Falling Ash are based on the temple’s ground floor. The self-styled Para-elemental

Dwarves of the Five Nations

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

greatest cities of Galifar. Traditionally loyal to family and clan, dwarves who were born outside the Mror Holds tend to transfer their fierce clan loyalty to their new homes — and particularly to the

family plays in your life. Do you live near family? What kind of work do your closest family members pursue, and is that reflected in the background you choose? Are you close to your relatives, or have you had a falling out? Did you lose kin in the Last War?

Vaeve's Offer

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

, so she is eager to talk. She identifies both sides in the fight but insists she’s not loyal to either side. Vaeve shares the following key points in her conversation with the characters: Caroline

Gariba Vaeve An Explanation. The battle rages between forces loyal to Lolth, who is working with Vecna, and forces loyal to Miska, who is in the process of breaking free from his prison and is allied

Slanty Tower

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

location while exploring. The tower tilts severely to one side, kept from falling over by magic. When the characters arrive, read: A crumbling stone tower rises out of the swamp, leaning at such an angle

them off. The voice belongs to Sir Talavar, who quietly explains his predicament: “I’m in a bit of a bind, as you can observe. I, Sir Talavar, as one of the Summer Queen’s loyal servants, ask that you

Nafas's Lair

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

damage from falling. Aberrations, Fiends, Undead, and creatures that fall due to Nafas’s or his allies’ actions don’t gain this benefit, instead falling as normal. Wishful Winds. The wishes of creatures

also act as a warlock’s otherworldly patron, imparting a fraction of his power in exchange for the warlock’s loyal service.

Matron Mother Quenthel Baenre

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

Matron Mother Quenthel Baenre Matron Mother Quenthel Baenre is absolutely loyal to Lolth, but she has suspected for some time that her brother Gromph is not. The archmage has been missing since the

evidence of his actions falling into the wrong hands. Whether the characters are brought in by force or arrive willingly, read the following when they meet Quenthel Baenre. A vast web of heavy metallic

Temple Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Scions of Elemental Evil

, bat-like wings spread from behind the cultist’s black robes. This is Peluze, an Incubus loyal to the Order of Falling Ash. A powerful Fiend in his own right, Peluze has accepted the important

them welcome. He then directs them as appropriate: Ash. “Turn right into the east wing. There you’ll find the Order of Falling Ash.” Peluze points to area T7. Ooze. “Turn left into the west wing. The

Finding a Guide

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

chapter have goals beyond helping the characters survive. Helping guides fulfill their personal goals increases their loyalty. A particularly loyal guide (loyalty score of 10 or higher) will follow

characters into a dangerous location such as Omu or the Tomb of the Nine Gods. A tenuously loyal guide (loyalty score of 1 to 9) might choose to wait for the characters outside the location rather

Helm's Hold

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

form of predatory creatures and malefactors who sought to experiment on the unfortunates in the care of the temple In time the leadership of Helm’s Hold was itself corrupted, falling into the hands of

Order of the Gauntlet loyal to him and formed a new order, swearing them in under the watchful gaze of Helm’s still-weeping eye. The Order of the Gilded Eye is dedicated to protecting the world and

Kobold Lairs

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

the kobolds themselves, the kobolds don’t feel threatened by having these devices in their home, any more than a human is afraid of its vicious but loyal guard dog. The most common traps in a lair are

mine elevators rigged to fall Caltrops in shallow mud or soft dirt (light kobolds can walk on them without trouble) Collapsing ceilings Crates of centipedes Falling blocks Moats full of pitch or oil

Lair Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves

loyal to Ralvald; he feels committed to staying here until Ralvald decides on a course of action. If the characters are aggressive or indicate support of Aerstigga, Heldalf directs his animal

sufficient bedding for four frost giants here. Two Neutral Frost Giants, Ardrandal and Forstrorri, recount stories of long-dead heroes while they maintain the camp here. Both are loyal to Ralvald but grow

Cove Reef

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

. Moving on the rock requires a successful DC 15 Dexterity (Acrobatics) check, and failing this check results in the creature falling into the water. Treasure. Each nest holds 1d4 - 1 blood hawk eggs

statue. C4. Bleached Reef This small reef is stark white and covered by twenty crabs crawling over it. This reef marks Ogrorlo’s grave. The aboleth’s loyal slaves buried the remains after Lenth killed

The Fissure

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

tread carefully, look for signs of previous passage and structural weakness, dodge falling rocks, and use their wits. Picking Up the Trail. The characters’ first task is to stay on the trail left by

, they veer off the trail at one point into an unsafe passage weakened by the earthquake. Each character must succeed on a DC 10 Dexterity saving throw or take 4 (1d8) bludgeoning damage from falling rocks

Cragmaw Castle Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

.) Any creature in the area when the trap triggers must succeed on a DC 10 Dexterity saving throw or take 2d10 bludgeoning damage from the falling rubble (half as much damage on a successful save). The

and attacked. The hobgoblins are smart, tough, and loyal to King Grol. At the start of combat, one hobgoblin runs to warn the king in area C14, then returns 2 rounds later to rejoin the fray. This

Mr. Dory's Warehouse

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

slaad, but they follow its commands because they are furiously loyal to Dory. The manticores roam freely through the warehouse at night. They spend their days in the loft but respond quickly to any

normally with no risk of falling. If they can, they try to push intruders off the walkway rather than fight them. D6. Upper Deck The decrepit-looking hull of a ship is suspended from the crane by massive

Cragmaw Castle Areas

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

damage from the falling rubble (half as much damage on a successful save). The noise of the collapse puts the monsters in areas 3, area 7, area 8, and area 9 on alert. Awarding Experience Points

has collapsed, but a barred wooden door in that direction is still clear. A curtain hangs in an archway to the north. Two hobgoblins stand guard in this room. They are smart, tough, and loyal to King

Grimskalle Locations (G15-G23)

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

been killed by Wolf Tribe members loyal to Isarr Kronenstrom. The sole survivor is the nine-year-old son of the clan’s chieftain, a noncombatant named Aerix Vokototh who stayed alive by hiding in the

of the characters’ presence, the druids seize The Codicil of White and try to escape with it, to keep it from falling into the hands of Auril’s enemies. In combat, the druids like to pelt enemies with

Cave Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

from the remains of a wooden table. Six bugbears reside in this chamber. They are loyal minions of Nezznar. This room marks the front line in the Spider’s assault on Wave Echo Cave, and the bugbears

collapse. Every creature in the room must make a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw. A creature takes 11 (2d10) bludgeoning damage from falling rubble on a failed save, or half as much on a successful one. Any

Lower Palace Locations

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

is mounted on one wall. The five goblins (unarmed, chaotic good noncombatants loyal to Zybilna) are frozen in time. The bells on the wall ring whenever occupants of the guest wing (areas P40a

reveal them: Eight cats perch atop eight dead attending Eight lizards flee from eight rats scavenging Eight toads climbing meet eight dead and falling Eight snakes sneak under eight bats screaming

Neverdeath Catacomb Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

cult’s leader is a neutral evil, human necromancer wizard (see appendix A) named Jerot Galgin. A loyal nothic assistant named Maszundrin never leaves Jerot’s side. A devotee of Vecna, Maszundrin learned

ritual opens a latent planar rift that shunts Eldon and the characters into the Shadowfell: A riot of silvery-purple energy fills the room. You feel a sense of space tearing open—then you’re falling, and everything goes dark.

Locations on the Fortress Level

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a1

falls in, as well as falling damage. The walls of the pit are rough, and they offer handholds to climbers. Area 12 begins on its far side. Creature. A quasit named Jot was bound in the southwestern

as a loyal friend. Currently, though, he has no gear. Those who free Erky gain XP as if they defeated him in combat. Manacles. The rusted iron restraints can bind a Small or Medium creature. If the

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