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Basic Rules (2014)
disaster.
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I stood alone against a terrible monster.
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I stole from a corrupt merchant to help the poor.
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I led a militia to fight off an invading army.
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I broke into a tyrant
you.
Suggested Characteristics
A folk hero is one of the common people, for better or for worse. Most folk heroes look on their humble origins as a virtue, not a shortcoming, and their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
has to offer. They look prosperous, they’re filled with exciting tales, and they strike up a bond with a merchant who employs one or more of the characters. The next morning, that merchant informs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
has to offer. They look prosperous, they’re filled with exciting tales, and they strike up a bond with a merchant who employs one or more of the characters. The next morning, that merchant informs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
look ungainly, but each can carry tons of trade goods. The characters land at the easternmost inlet if they arrive at Gracklstugh by way of the Darklake, near the Ghohlbrorn’s Lair inn. If they instead
arrived through a gate and successfully bribed Gorglak, they might come here looking for his contact, Werz Saltbaron. Assassins Interrupted The characters spot a male duergar merchant at the end of a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
recruited from the merchant prince’s extended family or hand-picked for their loyalty and fighting prowess. These guards are always on alert against tricksters and magicians trying to gain entrance to their
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
. 2 Near the harbor, an ankylosaurus that tows boats through the warehouse canals goes on a rampage and must be calmed, restrained, or killed. 3 A merchant shouts, “Stop! Thief!” as a furtive youngster
(commoner) rushes past the characters. If the thief is caught, the grateful merchant can introduce characters to a merchant prince or provide them one other favor. 4 A drunk foreign sailor (unarmored
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
Travel to the Ship The undead galleon sails up and down the Sword Coast, preying on merchant ships. While moving, it hides within a magical fogbank that moves with it. To catch the ship, the party
it into a trap, or scour the coastal taverns for rumors of its location. Let your players hatch their own plots and reward them accordingly. Once you (the DM) have decidedthe party knows where to look, introduce the following encounters on route.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
unload some of the treasures they might be carrying. Nonmagical weapons, armor, and shields can be purchased in the Blade Bazaar. Merchant Madness Characters who look around the bazaar notice a number of
odd things: A duergar merchant can’t stop insulting customers when they are trying to sell something, but becomes a picture of politeness when they want to buy. A number of duergar merchants give
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
warning them that any interference might get them arrested or killed. Bystanders look a little surprised or concerned but don’t intervene, not even to aid the unconscious merchant once the guards leave. If
as a “Duergar Patrol” encounter instead. Random Encounters in Gracklstugh d20 Encounter 1–2 Abusive duergar guards 3–4 deep gnome (svirfneblin) merchant* 5–7 derro rioters* 8–9 drow emissary* 10–12
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
ability scores. Look for your class’s primary ability there. Ability Scores and Backgrounds Ability Backgrounds Strength Artisan, Entertainer, Farmer, Guard, Noble, Sailor, Soldier Dexterity Artisan
, Charlatan, Criminal, Entertainer, Guide, Sailor, Scribe, Soldier, Wayfarer Constitution Charlatan, Criminal, Farmer, Guide, Hermit, Merchant, Sage, Soldier Intelligence Acolyte, Artisan, Criminal
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Background The merchant prince Aubreck Drallion once counted himself among the richest folk of his city. His trade fleet was one of the largest and most prosperous of its kind, with hundreds of ships
lifestyle of an ordinary merchant. The true fate of Emperor of the Waves is known only to a few. The ship was nearly sunk in the storm that drove it off course, but it remained seaworthy. After the storm
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
an accomplished gnome map merchant named Anaxi Zephries, known as “the Cartophile.” Information collected by Anaxi over the years has traced Kwalish’s route into the Barrier Peaks — at least up to the
peaks surrounding Halruaa, a land known for its magical technology, are a good choice. Alternatively, campaigns making use of the Waterdeep: Dragon Heist adventure might look for a location closer to the city, including the Greypeaks or the Nether Mountains.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
or paraphrase the following text when she does: The arguing kobold woman notices you and turns from her son and the irate gnome shopkeeper. “You! You strangers look like capable sorts. I’m Kusa
shouts, turning your way. “You don’t look like you’re wrapped up in market politics. I’m Lamai Tyenmo. Help me figure out what’s going on here, and I’ll give you a lifetime supply of delicious noodles from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
dead, under mountains of gold coins.
The treasure lies in a crypt in Castle Ravenloft (chapter 4, area K84, crypt 31). 5 of Swords—Myrmidon Look for a den of wolves in the hills overlooking a
heights, where the stone itself is alive!
The treasure lies in Castle Ravenloft’s north tower peak (chapter 4, area K60). 2 of Stars—Diviner Look to the one who sees all. The treasure is hidden in her
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
at fighting in water, so they look for opportunities to surprise their enemies by using bodies of water to slip around or through defenses. Because the cultists see water as the wellspring of all life
Tethyrian merchant galley conscripted the young orphan into service, and Gar was forced into a brutal indentured servitude that was barely better than being enslaved. His unwilling service came to an end
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
(neutral), whose head has been reshaped by fey magic to look like a toffee apple. The stallholders greet patrons warmly and invite them to sample and buy their delicious wares. Meanwhile, Chucklehead
Mishka from the hag’s clutches. Appendix D has additional roleplaying notes for Chucklehead. Merchant Stalls. The goods sold here are delicious but made with disgusting ingredients. Examples include
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
in the employ of a powerful merchant, mage, or monarch who sent the character to Lord Neverember as a favor. Neverember needed the character’s help to handle growing problems with undead in
the Harpers, who recommended the character’s services. The family promised a high price for the character to come to Neverwinter and look for the missing loved one. 6 The character is an explorer
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
-dressed, wealthy human merchant (Medium, Neutral Good Noble). Read or paraphrase the following aloud to begin the adventure: You arrive at the Smiling Fish to find Mirel Astafar ensconced in a booth, a
hearty meal of grilled fish and wine on the table before her. After you exchange pleasantries and dig in to the meal, a serious look settles upon Mirel’s face.
“I need your help to bring my friend
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
the shadows. The meenlocks of Vermeillon include three that spawned after the disaster in the mine, two that were once villagers, and one that was a traveling merchant who thought he’d found a shortcut
corner of their eyes, but when they turn to look, nothing is there. A voice whispers indistinct words in their ears. A terrified shriek splits the air. Shadows follow the characters, stretching out
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
. When a struggling merchant fails to keep up appearances, the resulting fall is less public but no less final. Left with no home and no livelihood, these wretches inevitably fall prey to the Red
fey who live in the Three Odd Gables at the north edge of town sometimes aid people in perpetrating their deceptions; maybe they helped you. Did you look for them, or did one of them come to you? What
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
influential figure in the city or were powerful travelers in their own right. Meeting Sangora Shortly after the characters enter the Corpse Market, they draw the attention of a vampire merchant named
know the location of stable Crevices of Dusk either guard or hide them. Stable Crevice of Dusk. Sangora tilts her head with a thoughtful look before revealing that she knows of a stable Crevice of Dusk
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Baldur’s Gate. In the Outer City, murder is practically a way of life. With neither the Watch nor the Flaming Fist to look after residents, criminals run free in the sprawling district. Criminals use
them. The merchant found with his throat cut and pockets emptied, the husband murdered so his wife can marry her young mistress, the tyrannical shop owner stabbed by a desperate underling — residents
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
to be a roiling, dark rain cloud that has been contained somehow with lines and netting.
Two darklings (see appendix C) named Trinket and Bauble look after the balloon and lurk inside the cramped
“rain cloud balloon” while posing as a merchant. She is actually a burglar working for Bavlorna’s sister, Endelyn Moongrave. Charm has come to Downfall to steal treasure from under Bavlorna’s nose
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
) that once belonged to the alchemist. The flat-bottomed crystal orb is pleasant to look at and tactilely satisfying to hold, but ultimately neither particularly valuable nor useful. A character who
Bedroom This room appears to be another dirty, decaying bedroom without furniture. Even viewed from the doorway, it’s evident that the floor in here does not look safe; some of the floorboards are missing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy
mail, passing messages, asking requests for assistance via several sending stones, or handing out welcome packs to new recruits, her multiple arms make it all look easy. Sor’kur has white chitin
independent merchant vessels delivering supplies. Security guards at the stairs leading to the Sky Dock challenge anyone trying to enter this area without proper authorization (see “Exploring the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
space on one of the last merchant carts out. They took what they could fit on their backs, and they left their other possessions behind and hid their valuables in order to return and claim them later
be carved at the same time, the stonemason was unable to complete all the work before she was taken by the meenlocks. Characters who look for Lorna Grosvenor’s grave can find it in the section at the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
own crew in a direct attempt to control and protect its neighborhood. Such is the case with the Bloomridge Dandies, wealthy merchant scions who loudly proclaim that the Flaming Fist isn’t doing enough
murder spree 5 Press gang of 1d4 + 1 half-ogres 6 1d6 Guild operatives (spies) 7 2d4 street brawlers (thugs) 8 1d6 Flaming Fist mercenaries (veterans) who don’t like the look of adventurers 9 1 ghost from Harborside Hospital 10 1d4 mimics posing as cargo
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
from a corrupt merchant to help the poor. 5 I led a militia to fight off an invading army. 6 I broke into a tyrant’s castle and stole weapons to arm the people. 7 I trained the peasantry to use farm
else searching for you, though they will not risk their lives for you. Suggested Characteristics A folk hero is one of the common people, for better or for worse. Most folk heroes look on their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
Baldur’s Gate. In the Outer City, murder is practically a way of life. With neither the Watch nor the Flaming Fist to look after residents, criminals run free in the sprawling district. Criminals use
them. The merchant found with his throat cut and pockets emptied, the husband murdered so his wife can marry her young mistress, the tyrannical shop owner stabbed by a desperate underling — residents
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
from a corrupt merchant to help the poor. 5 I led a militia to fight off an invading army. 6 I broke into a tyrant’s castle and stole weapons to arm the people. 7 I trained the peasantry to use farm
else searching for you, though they will not risk their lives for you. Suggested Characteristics A folk hero is one of the common people, for better or for worse. Most folk heroes look on their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
, and its waist-high ramparts are thicker than some castle walls. On most days of the summer and even during seasons less suitable for travel, merchant caravans cross the bridge and pilgrims come to pay
I spoke to look to the skies. In the time of Cyric’s legendary battle with Bhaal, pegasi dwelt nearby. The magical creatures are said to favor those of pure heart and even allow themselves to be
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
drow nobles. If the characters look like they could use his help, Dalfred does whatever he can to assist them. The orphaned daughter of a drow merchant and a human slave, Shinzi was adopted by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
own crew in a direct attempt to control and protect its neighborhood. Such is the case with the Bloomridge Dandies, wealthy merchant scions who loudly proclaim that the Flaming Fist isn’t doing enough
Flaming Fist mercenaries (veterans) who don’t like the look of adventurers
9 1 ghost from Harborside Hospital
10 1d4 mimics posing as cargo
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
of wonders. Stand on the steps of the Grand Temple and look down upon the High Street and you’ll see fountains of light casting shadows across buildings that have stood for over ten thousand years
in the past.
Team up with an agent of the Undying Court to bring down a powerful vampire. Be summoned by a deathless sage who needs your help to fulfill an ancient prophecy. Bargain with a merchant
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
unfamiliar with work or discomfort, a former merchant just elevated to the nobility, or a disinherited scoundrel with a disproportionate sense of entitlement. Or you could be an honest, hard-working
looking at my regal bearing that I am a cut above the unwashed masses. 4 I take great pains to always look my best and follow the latest fashions. 5 I don’t like to get my hands dirty, and I won’t be caught