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Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
Temple Features The features described below are common throughout Talhundereth. Dwarven Construction The temple’s stone remains strong despite millennia of neglect. Surviving furnishings, such as
torches in ages. The current denizens of Talhundereth rely on darkvision to see. Area descriptions assume the characters have a light source or some other method of seeing in the dark. Doors Doors
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
chapter as the characters join them by reading the following text: Kalaman’s surviving soldiers made camp on a bluff east of the City of Lost Names—or what remains of it. In the distance, a
Army forces. The island holds aloft a sinister temple with otherworldly violet light gleaming from its cracked walls. Its exposed foundations crawl with creatures of blackened bone and violet flame
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
level
A duergar tyrant is building a chardalyn dragon to destroy Ten-Towns. The characters learn of this plot and try to thwart it.
Chapter 4: Destruction’s Light
For 6th-level characters
open the Reghed Glacier, unsealing a dungeon of ice.
Chapter 7: Doom of Ythryn
For characters of 9th level or higher
After surviving the Caves of Hunger, the characters enter the necropolis of Ythryn in search of ancient Netherese magic.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
. Players may have difficulty with low light, loud background music, small printed text, strong odors, cramped spaces, specific allergens, or challenges with programs (if playing online). If any player
space, causing distractions to fade and making it look unfamiliar. If the lighting’s easy to control, you might adjust it to suggest a setting’s light level. More elaborate techniques might involve
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
three-day voyage) or via the Astral Font’s light beam (see chapter 11). It is, everyone realizes, a journey from which there is no coming back. If no characters volunteer for this mission, Grimzod
on a DC 15 Charisma (Persuasion) check to convince Krux to let Gargenhale have the ring and make this doomsday trip. Once he has the ring, Gargenhale enters the Astral Font’s light beam. Moments later
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
area D2, they have been replaced by even cruder versions created in a hurry.) Read the following text: Streams of colored light swirl through the air around the golden statue in the ruined rotunda. Each
dragon wyrmling), if they can free Aidron from his chains (see “Freeing Aidron” below). Any surviving kobolds and winged kobolds lurk here, but they stay out of combat if possible. See “Waking the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a7
glow when viewed from 10 feet away, though this light is of a lilac color. When this door is touched, the light changes to a bright and coruscating purple with tinges of sickly green. If a character
until they are destroyed or the one who violated their area is dead. Surviving weapons and shields return to their former positions after the offender is hacked to pieces. Worse still, if the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
steps through it brandishing a trident, and the doorway closes behind them. Sparkling light surrounds the figure. “Heading to Topolah’s tower, are we? I don’t think so. My friends in the Xaryxian Empire
remains to keep any surviving characters and crew members alive for 8 hours. If Hastain prevails but the esthetic did not survive, the reigar takes control of the Second Wind and flies it back to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
depths. The storms that move across the sea sometimes create temporary portals to the Material Plane and draw ships into the Plane of Water. Surviving vessels from countless worlds and navies ply these
. The palace is the glittering centerpiece of the Sea of Light (see below). Visitors are welcome to ask favors of the emperor, whose mood is as changeable as the sea. Darkened Depths The deeper
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
the ocean’s depths might seek the means of surviving underwater—whether such takes the form of magic items or devices crafted by ingenious inventors. Alternatively, drowning might only be a concern of
polis. In a panic, the Triarchy raised an enormous ball of light into the sky as a replacement sun. When the darkness cleared, Heliod saw the fake sun and grew furious. With his spear, he struck
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
treasure hunting and surviving in the Silken Paths. The goblins are prone to daring (and often foolish) stunts. That either of them is still alive is a testament to their luck and skill. Modify their
action to help a restrained creature within its reach, granting advantage on that creature’s next saving throw to end the effect.
Light.The chasm is dark. Carrying a light source attracts hostile
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
carrying light sources, in which case an encounter occurs on a roll of 1–3. Roll on the Silken Paths Encounters table or choose a suitable encounter when one occurs. d12 Encounter 1 Cocooned lightfoot
surviving quaggoths into his followers. Should Derendil perish, these quaggoths can’t be controlled and fight to the death. If any drow escape the encounter, increase the pursuit level of the party’s drow
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
characters demonstrate their willingness to challenge the beholder (including by killing Shedrak), surviving slaves can be convinced to aid them with a successful DC 16 Charisma (Persuasion) check. On a
alien landscape of the Vast Oblivium.
Light. The tunnels and chambers of the Vast Oblivium are dimly lit by glowing fungi and lichen.
Bridges. The central chasm of Karazikar’s Maw is 100 feet across
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
-Besil a century after Besilmer’s founding. Unfortunately for the dwarves, the realm collapsed after its king and founder died in battle. Most of the surviving dwarves sought safer lands. The dwarven
, 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->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
uncharacteristically violent villagers, hoping the three will come to their senses. The Fourth Infection Once the fight ends, the townspeople restrain any surviving members of the trio so they can’t do more
elongated. In the dim light, it’s easy to mistake them for a mind flayer. Wheel-of-Fortune is suffering no other effects. They are here in the dark because any light brighter than candlelight causes them
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
seem to stretch forever into the depths. The storms that move across the sea sometimes create temporary portals to the Material Plane and draw ships into the Plane of Water. Surviving vessels from
, called the Sea of Light because of the sunlight filtering down into the water. Aquatic humanoids craft castles and fortresses in the coral reefs. The marids are the distant stewards of this region
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
natural light into the hall. Eight sturdy but battered wooden tables covered with globs of grease, gnawed bones, empty casks, and scraps of food stand near the north and south walls, while empty ale
to stay and protect her while any surviving ogres chase after the fleeing characters. Guh’s Wagon-Throne Any character who studies Guh’s “throne” can, with a successful DC 10 Intelligence check
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
sustenance, even surviving without air, but these creatures can die of disease or the passage of time. A couatl can sense its end up to a century beforehand, but it has no insight into the manner of
with which to produce offspring. The mating ritual of couatls is a beautiful and elaborate dance of magic and light, which results in a gem-like egg from which a new couatl hatches. The parent that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
with 1d4 + 2 magic beads. W7: Meditation Chamber The lights in this room have been destroyed, leaving the area in dim light. Ancient tapestries of the planes and cosmic alignments cover the walls of
characters, begging them to help him get out of the tower before more Fiends arrive. This is a ploy to drive the characters toward any Fiends surviving on the floors below. If none remain, he either
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
that takes several months. The energy then will be transmitted in a single, enormous burst of light back to the astral elves’ home system to be absorbed by their star, Xaryxis. Once the astral seeds
Star is a fine treasure; however, surviving plasmoid crew members recommend abandoning it, knowing that the astral elves will rain vengeance upon anyone in control of one of their ships. Its
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Flee, Mortals! Rule Primer
rogue is hidden and takes aim at a group of zombie minions (each with 6 hit points) with his light crossbow (which has a short range of 80 feet). He hits a zombie minion with his crossbow, dealing
lower-level one will do? Similarly, the fourth edition design could lead to a kobold minion illogically surviving a fireball spell while a “stronger” standard kobold next to them dies, despite both
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
completes a quest (see “Throne of the Coronal”). As one of the oldest surviving relics of Illefarn, the throne is priceless. It has two minor magical properties: A creature sitting in the throne can’t tell
a lie. The throne is surprisingly light for its size, weighing only 500 pounds. Unfinished Statues. Represented by the statue icons on map 3, these four unfinished samples of dwarven stonecraft, from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
still secure, but the hermits deemed this area uninhabitable due to the damage. The pile of rubble in the southwest corner conceals a secret compartment in part of the surviving wall, just south of the
that focused the light of the beacon’s flame. The hermitage disassembled the beacon and installed the bell for sounding at mealtime and to signal the start of meditation sessions. Aaron’s Last
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
. If you need mechanics for this scenario, call for DC 14 Charisma (Persuasion) checks from each character offering advice to determine how well Raah takes it. Moving On When the characters have either
defeated or befriended Raah, they can continue beyond the ancient deep crow’s cavern toward the ritual site. The ancient deep crow’s cavernous lair begins to taper down again, revealing another canyon passage ahead. The light of volcanic vents fades behind you as you continue into darkness.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
each of these brave jockeys rides a different flying creature—except for the gargoyle Carralag, who relies on his own wings!
Speed is important, but merely surviving the race can be a challenge. The
spilling of blood isn’t prohibited, but the only weapon a rider can carry is a light sporting crossbow; the steeds can use their talons and beaks, which is what makes the Griffon such a fierce contender
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
) check hears distant chittering. Light. None. The sunken floor of this huge hall is covered in dead insects, their dried shells shifting and whispering in a faint breeze. Dozens of demonic faces are
lead to the Temple of Chaos and to the Abyssal Gate. 17. Crawling Hall Two enormous pillars on the far side of this chamber emit brilliant white light that holds the attention of dozens of giant vermin
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
moth-eaten blanket and a side table. Levitating a few inches off the bed is a cross-legged ghost wearing light robes, seemingly meditating. The ghost’s eyes snap open. “We have visitors,” the ghost
dark haze; anyone who touches the altar takes 17 (5d6) necrotic damage and must succeed on a DC 15 Constitution saving throw or gain 1 level of exhaustion. Shadows fill the corners of the room; a light
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
. They do not hail ships or light signal fires. Trapped on the island since the pirate attack, they are unaware that the pirates have been destroyed. They are therefore hesitant to make their presence
mariners. The clerics and the surviving guards would be severely punished (perhaps by death) if they left. Therefore, they have resolved to capture or kill anyone coming to the island. If any of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
characters’ exploration of this level. Most light sources don’t illuminate beyond 60 feet, and many of the chambers and passages in the Glitterhame are much larger than that. The darkness hides many
nest, but any noise or light from a party descending the streambed wakes them. Each round after the characters enter the cave, 1d4 stirges wake and attack, until all are active. Treasure. On the floor
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Divination The walls of this thin tower are etched with intricate designs of hands and eyes. Silver light flickers from a high window, above which a large, carved eye animates and blinks. Part of the
dark, icicle-festooned roof of the great ice cavern beyond.
Silver light emanates from a three-foot-diameter glass orb situated atop a two-foot-high cylindrical stone plinth in the center of a thirty
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Uni and the Hunt for the Lost Horn
. A crystal barrier, its curved surface swirling with light and colors, forms a strange sky overhead.
A single path leads away from this area toward the clearing in area C2. Portal. The portal
surviving Worgs, which howl in terror as they fall. Vanishing Demiplane. It takes 1 minute for Venger’s demiplane to vanish, and creatures still inside the demiplane can use the portal in area C1 to escape
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
characters enter the tower unannounced, they get as far as area 6a before encountering someone. All rooms in the tower are brightly lit by beams of magical light, which emanate from the ceiling and shine down
floor.
Table. A beam of light shines down on a narrow, rectangular stone table in the middle of the room. On the table rests a wooden staff carved with floral motifs.
Wyllow dabbles in magic item
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
stand on a platform at the top of the stairs, flanking the pyramid’s arched entrance, which is capped by a stone awning. The figures carry curved swords and are dressed in light, airy attire suited to
. Although the surviving Tears have made good progress reassembling this room’s broken plaster, they haven’t yet translated any of the hieroglyphs. Hieroglyphs. The hieroglyphs on the walls were carved by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
obtained from prior “food”), or even one of their own young. If the colony’s survival is threatened and it thinks it has a chance of surviving a fight, it can leverage its combined might using special lair
that do bear obvious signs: their colors are more vibrant or shift randomly, their skin sparkles in the light or glows in the dark, soft hums emanate from them, or they feel peculiar to the touch. A
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
water. The air is damp, and the walls are covered with slimy green moss.
Dim light streams from an archway near the top of one side of the shaft. A narrow, roaring waterfall pours from the archway into
This long hallway rises steadily toward area P32. Bright light shines from the hallway’s southern end. Water of Athis. An aqueduct carries the water of Athis (see the “Pyramid Features” section) from