merely some with only adds for for led

Shago

Monsters Tomb of Annihilation

"} bludgeoning damage. If the target is a Medium or smaller creature, it must succeed on a DC 15 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.Parry. The gladiator adds 3 to its AC against one melee attack that

Beluarian, and although he presents himself as an independent operator, he's in league with the Flaming Fist. Shago has led many Flaming Fist expeditions into the jungle to clear out undead, despite

Archon of Boundaries

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

saving throw or have the blinded condition until the end of the creature’s next turn. Parry. The archon adds 5 to its AC against one melee attack that would hit it, provided it can see the

wilds at bay simply by driving archons deeper into the wilds. Such efforts are futile; not only are archons difficult to kill, but they don’t create the boundaries, merely mark them. “A winged dawn dispels the terror of night.” —Chulane, Teller of Tales Radiant

Far Traveler

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

good that even if some people you meet have heard of your homeland, they know merely the name and perhaps a few outrageous stories. You have come to this part of Faerûn for your own reasons, which

;n. Recent events in your homeland have led to the abolition of slavery, and a corresponding increase in the traffic between Mulhorand and the distant parts of Faerûn. Those who leave behind

Lamordia

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

Talismans: Animate finger, glowing minerals, preserved limb Life is cheap in Lamordia. As far as the land’s esteemed scholars are concerned, the spark that animates flesh is merely the result of

vain ambitions. And no ambitions have led to greater evils than the work of the domain’s Darklord, Dr. Viktra Mordenheim.

City of Guilds

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica

branch under the leadership of Isperia, the sphinx Supreme Judge. Boros Legion. Led by the angel Aurelia, the Boros Legion pursues the cause of justice, not merely law enforcement. Boros serves as

emerges from death and decay. Gruul Clans. Raging against civilization and its defilement of the natural world, the loose alliance of the Gruul Clans is led by the cyclops Borborygmos. Izzet League. Led by

The Larger Truth

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

in all things. Ward then adds such evidence to their orders’ records and creates new verses of the Awakening Song. Personality Trait. “I listen for the words you dare not say.” Ideal. “I’ll know more

attack and spoken with locals in the aftermath, Ward wants to join the characters’ expedition. The Proclaimer hopes to investigate what led to the farmers’ strange behavior and determine whether it’s

Gladiator

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

entertain audiences. While some compete merely to survive, others love the thrill of performing—and all gladiators know the importance of theatrics in keeping audiences excited. Roll on or choose an

melee attack roll while holding a weapon. Response: The gladiator adds 3 to its AC against that attack, possibly causing it to miss. Alejandro Pacheco In an undersea arena, the crowd goes wild as a gladiator triumphs over a giant squid

Purpose

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

. Think about the people who run the adventurers’ favorite tavern. And then add a handful of wild cards: a shady dealer, a mad prophet, a retired mercenary, a drunken rake, or anyone else who adds a dash

settlements aren’t merely rest stops but locations where adventures unfold. In a settlement that doubles as an adventure location, detail the intended adventure areas, such as towers and warehouses

Archon of Boundaries

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume Four

archons difficult to kill, but they don’t create the boundaries, merely mark them. Archon of Boundaries Huge Celestial, Typically Lawful Good Armor Class 17 (natural armor) Hit Points 195 (17d12 + 85

the creature’s next turn. Parry. The archon adds 5 to its AC against one melee attack that would hit it, provided it can see the attacker.

Creating a Gnoll War Band

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

indicates the war band’s commander (if it has one) and gives a modifier to apply to the composition results: for a band led by a flind, double all the results, and for a band that lacks a leader

distinctive flavor to the war band. Finally, the Demonic Influence table adds an abyssal tinge to the group: owing to the gnolls’ supernatural link with the Abyss, their advance toward a community might

Ancient Mysteries

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

, source of demons and foul things. And the ring around our world is the broken body of Siberys, the Dragon Above, whose blood is the source of all magic. This cosmic struggle was merely the first of

bonds and wreak havoc, and we must always be vigilant. Civilizations rose and fell. The giants of Xen’drik worked great magics, even destroying one of the moons. This rash action led the reclusive

Uthgardt Vengeance

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

can be discerned from their garb and markings, this barbarian raiding band is led by a female berserker named Fennor. Other members include ten tribal warriors and a male berserker named Padraich

it means their survival.) Fennor adds, “All the ones with this liar’s mark!” She makes the fire symbol with her hands. Her uncanny knowledge also comes from her daughter’s vision. The berserker isn’t willing to share more about her child.

Haunted Keeps

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

of the Sacred Stone,” which sages across Faerûn have never heard of because it’s merely a cover for the Cult of the Black Earth. The monastery is the surface stronghold of the earth cult, and it

of a stone keep and gatehouse linked by a curtain wall to a river tower and dock. Rivergard is home to a mercenary band led by “Lord of the Castle” Jolliver Grimjaw (see chapter 7). The band is

Asmodeus

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

, that led so many souls astray? Asmodeus also pointed out that the souls harvested from the Material Plane went on to serve in the infernal legions that repel the endless tide of the Abyss. Were not

has been chosen by the universe to protect it from annihilation. If Asmodeus were any less capable, his arrogance would have led to his undoing long ago. Yet still he sits atop his throne, having

Should They or Shouldn't They?

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

. Their own investigation corroborates much of what the characters said. Barnibus concludes the meeting by saying, rather brusquely, “Thank you for the information.” Cromley adds, “Rest assured, we’ll

more than a tenday by agents of the Black Network. Most of the Zhents were killed during a bloody revolt led by Lord Gralhund himself. The Zhent leader, Urstul Floxin, was among those who got away

12. Drow Battle

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

cavern is the site of a heated battle between House Freth (to the north) and House Auvryndar (to the south). House Freth’s forces are nine male drow led by a male drow mage named Spirreth Dalambra. The

forces of House Auvryndar are fifteen drow (twelve females and three males) led by a female drow priestess of Lolth named Shindreer Argonrae. The chasmes are agents of House Freth, while the hezrou is

Neverwinter

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

personal dislike of Lord Neverember has nothing to do with my assessment of his leadership; I merely find him an intolerable flirt.) Neverember’s influence radiates outward from the Protector’s

provides, and certainly, trading interests will emerge. But Lord Protector Neverember is sure to point out that he is merely a protector, not a king, and so can’t invest or recognize anyone. Guilds may

The Xanathar Guild

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

its sleeping area with marvelous tapestries, and adorning itself and its sanctum with powerful magic items. Its fear of conspiracies is merely dormant, though, not absent. From time to time it is

a human megalomaniac rises to power in an evil organization, that individual is always at risk of being killed or replaced by a power-hungry rival. When such a group is led by a beholder rather than

Membership

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

rite takes place overnight. The aspirants, who are sleep deprived, hungry, and thirsty, are led through a series of experiences that narrate the group’s version of the history of the multiverse

Void. To Basil, it was a revelatory experience. He wasn’t merely in the Void; he learned the truth of the Void’s relationship to the fabric of creation. To this day, he remains obsessed with the Deck

The Lords' Alliance

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

larger powers, has kept the ambitions of Luskan in check, and has taught the rulers of many cities that it is better to cooperate, even for a time, then to merely shut one’s doors and allow the storms

to rage outside. It was this philosophy that led to the founding of Luruar, and when the lesson was lost, so too were the Silver Marches. But it serves no purpose to dwell on the folly of the past

8. Nightstone Inn

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

leader. Realizing that the village couldn’t defend itself against the cloud giants’ bombardment, he led his fellow villagers to the Dripping Caves. In the confusion and panic, Morak left behind his

character who belongs to the Zhentarim recognizes the flying snake as a symbol of that faction. Kella claims it is merely her pet.

Currency

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

coins of long-lost, legendary lands and centers of great magic are honored, though those who find them are wise to sell them to collectors rather than merely spending them in markets. The coins of the

of coins for the major contemporary and historical realms of your world adds an additional layer of texture. The golden lions of Cormyr convey the noble nature of that kingdom. If a nation mints gold

Baldur's Gate

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

who have “retired” to military life. In both the Upper and Lower Cities, the underworld is controlled by a shadowy group known merely as the Guild. The dukes don’t acknowledge the power of this group

only through this gate, and is taxed by the city — despite the fact that it was just such taxes that led to the city’s being overthrown by its first dukes and the Lower City enclosed by its ring wall

Faunel

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

where foragers, explorers, and merchants mingle with awakened wildlife. Meanwhile, a despicable group of hunters, the Vile Hunt, hacks through the jungle in search of rare animal hides. Led by a gold

timbers that are as strong as steel. As loggers topple sacred trees for their priceless lumber, the treetops’ avian residents criticize their leader, the albatross Parvaz, who merely observes

Attack on Triboar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

Zalto have been using rods of the Vonindod (see appendix B) to locate fragments of the construct. One such rod has led a mated pair of fire giants named Okssort and Ildmane to Triboar. Their entourage

Merrymeadow Ranch and Broken Yoke Ranch to ascertain the extent of the danger and aid the ranchers. These attacks are merely distractions. While the Twelve are away, the fire giants attack from the northeast

Inspiration

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

gives the inspiration to someone else, the d20 can go to that other person. Ignoring Inspiration Inspiration might not work for your campaign. Some DMs feel it adds a layer of metagame thinking, and

groups that are focused on the story. It falls flat if the players merely manipulate it to gain advantage in key situations, without earning inspiration by way of good roleplaying or whatever other

Character Advancement

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

bandits, who stole the horses and scared away the driver. Led by a local menace named Pral, these bandits frequently accost travelers along the trail (as happens in the “Bandit Ambush” encounter

Cleric searches the wagon and makes a Wisdom (Perception) check. The player rolls a d20 and adds their character’s Perception modifier (+5) for a total of 17. The check succeeds, and the Cleric finds

The Dreaming Dark

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

members of the house who work directly with the Inspired believe that the Inspired consider them equal partners, but in fact the Inspired view them merely as useful pawns. Now quori spirits have

are aided by a Sentinel Marshal of House Deneith (see stat block in chapter 5). When captured, the criminal insists that recurring dreams led to the crimes. The Sentinel Marshal dismisses this claim

Icewind Dale Quests

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

nights of the full moon,” she adds, “the spirit of Reggaryarva, jarl of jarls, will open his treasure vault to anyone who defeats his champion.” Yselm knows the way to Jarlmoot but doesn’t help the

cannibalism to survive. The furriers and trappers are merely the camp’s latest victims, and more disappearances are likely to occur unless the cannibals are dealt with. Aluka gives directions to the camp

The Walking Statues

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

feathers of its wings spreading like a bird’s, the Griffon now merely stands in a regal pose near Peaktop Aerie atop Mount Waterdeep, looking to the southeast over the Dock Ward. Newcomers sometimes

guard standing at ease. The pose it assumed led to its naming, and it is viewed with respect by the citizens of the southerly wards. The Hawk Man This statue looks like a winged, hawk-headed being

Locations in Triboar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

instead to stop and drown his sorrows in Triboar. He hasn’t lost his faith in Helm, merely his faith in himself and his superiors. Consumed by self-pity, he sees himself as a victim of “temple politics

were led to believe that Mirak had left town with another woman; they are grateful to the characters for unearthing the truth and offer them a +1 longbow (a family heirloom) as a reward. T15. Boar’s Rest

High Hall Cathedral

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

into the grand foyer have been broken open by the invading devils (see “Cathedral Assault”) and remain ajar. Four guards lie dead in the doorways, eviscerated by one of those devil-led groups. H2

. Stairs to Residences These circular stairs once led to residences and offices. They are now choked with rubble, as the sections that housed those spaces were destroyed. H6. Desecrated Altar of Torm

Faerûn

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

hope, as tenacious civilizations and peoples rebuild, reclaim, and create anew. Amn. A nation led by the representatives of five noble families, Amn is a place where the wealthy rule, openly and without

its share of noble intrigue and royal murder, and adventurers who are native to Tethyr or merely passing through that land are often drawn into such plots, either as unwitting accomplices or as easy

Portal Encounters

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

total. Portal 1: Far Realm Horror A month ago, an encounter with operatives of the Six led Dran Enterprises to try to fight that group using its own dark magic. Sadly, that attempt failed, and this

their killer. Torwyn does not realize this, merely believing that some dark curse affects the ship. Creatures. The characters have an immediate problem with the group of six zombies that initially engage

Ascendant Factions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

merely mortals who have accumulated enough power to convince the rest of the multiverse otherwise. With enough time, talent, and dedication, anyone could ascend to godhood. Defiers accept that there

unknowable. The Athar are led by Factol Terrance (neutral good, human Athar null; see Morte’s Planar Parade). While many Defiers become bitter, Terrance remains compassionate, pointing wayward souls

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