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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
gauntlet of attackers watching the gates. Locks Characters can clear the cellar door with a few minutes’ work. The lock is stiff but opens with the key; without the key, the character can open the lock
. The rats attack when disturbed, and the surviving rats flee when half their number die. Years of exposure and neglect have corroded the lock on the exit grate. Even with the key, a successful DC 10
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
gauntlet of attackers watching the gates. Locks Characters can clear the cellar door with a few minutes’ work. The lock is stiff but opens with the key; without the key, the character can open the lock
. The rats attack when disturbed, and the surviving rats flee when half their number die. Years of exposure and neglect have corroded the lock on the exit grate. Even with the key, a successful DC 10
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
door, accompanied by their maschin-i-bozorgs. They shut and lock the doors behind them. As the kagu-svirfneblin approach the tunnel to the Underdark (area F10), they collect the treasure and hook
horrors, dead or alive, in areas F6 and area F7. If any treasure is missing, the deep gnomes shrug and continue on their way. After setting the machines in the workshop (area F8) to overload, the kagu
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a4
shoots, he then warns his lover, the wizard Snarla, to close and lock the shutter over the arrow slit and move to defend the door that adjoins the corridor. They stand ready to engage anyone that
Snarla finds herself in a bad situation, she changes into werewolf form and attacks with desperate savagery, giving her advantage on all her attack rolls. If she is captured alive and made to talk, she
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
vertical handles are each carved in the likeness of a robed scholar. During the day, the doors stand open. At night, the doors are closed, locked, and sealed with an arcane lock spell. A successful DC 25
Dexterity check using thieves’ tools opens the lock (DC 35 while the arcane lock is in effect). Only the Biblioplex’s reference librarians and certain faculty members know the arcane lock’s password
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
. The shop, Dandymops, is closed and locked with an iron gate. The lock can be picked by a character who makes a successful DC 15 Dexterity check using thieves’ tools, or the gate can be forced open
Golorr. If the characters pursue the stone and leave Losser alive, he eventually slips away and retreats to area B11. Next Encounter Once the characters defeat Xanathar’s forces in the cellar, they can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
alive, Durth Sunblight, a duergar mind master (see appendix C), leads three duergar named Klaska, Ossyl, and Zublorr to the Town Hall under the cover of night, making their way inside through the north
about the theft until word reaches their ears the following day, when Speaker Waylen asks them to find the thieves and return the missing fragments of chardalyn, so that he can lock them up with the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
points, vulnerability to fire, and immunity to bludgeoning, piercing, and psychic damage. A sturdy iron-barred gate set into the east wall is held shut with an arcane lock spell that only drow can ignore
would like to return to the surface. They have little hope of reaching Waterdeep on their own and would appreciate an escort. Getting all five band members to the Yawning Portal alive completes this quest
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
recaptured both times; that’s why Granny Nightshade now chains her to the worktable. As an action, a character using thieves’ tools can pick the lock on Mishka’s ankle cuff with a successful DC 15
character can use thieves’ tools to try to pick the lock, doing so with a successful DC 18 Dexterity check. As an action, a character can try to pull open the trapdoor without removing the padlock
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
that lead to a two-story brick mansion and eastward toward a detached coach house. An arcane lock spell is cast on the gates. Forcing them open requires a successful DC 25 Strength (Athletics) check
, while picking the lock requires a successful DC 20 Dexterity check using thieves’ tools. The spell doesn’t bar members of the Gralhund family, their staff, their guards, or Lady Gralhund’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a3
like the wind and the night!” Trapped Doors. The doors are locked (DC 15 Dexterity check to pick with thieves’ tools) and trapped. Opening the lock disables the trap. Forcing the doors open can be
done with a successful DC 20 Strength (Athletics) check, but the act causes a glass sphere on the other side of the doors to break. This sphere is attached to the doors just above the lock, and opening
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
reinforced with crudely forged steel. The sturdy lock can be opened with a successful DC 15 Dexterity check using thieves’ tools. A successful DC 20 Strength check will break the doors down. The smell
can be sold in Gracklstugh or another Underdark settlement for 25 gp. Development If the characters keep any duergar alive for questioning, it takes a successful DC 16 Charisma (Intimidation) check
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
mage who speaks Common, Gnomish, Terran, and Undercommon) built the contraption and recently locked himself inside it with enough food and water to keep himself alive for 1 week. A metal hatch at the
back of the vehicle is the only entrance, and Ignus used a spell scroll of arcane lock to seal it. A character can use an action to try to pull open the magically sealed hatch, doing so with a successful
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Lyn Armaal, Levels 5-6 32. Study Sansuri researches new spells and hones her wizardly craft here. Furnishings include a table and a 25-foot-tall wooden cabinet with an arcane lock spell cast on its
get what they want. If the characters defeat Sansuri in combat but keep her alive, she agrees to summon the chest and give up its contents in exchange for her life. If the characters kill Sansuri
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
keyhole is real. The jade key found in area 53 can be used to unlock the relief and swing it open, revealing the crawlway. The lock can also be picked with a successful DC 21 Dexterity check made by a
, making a Slam attack against any creature standing in its way and using its Devastating Roll feature to crush small or prone enemies. When no enemies are left alive, it returns to the secret room
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
her wings. They have sworn loyalty to Sparkrender, and they share the dragon’s cruel, haughty demeanor. If the characters actively helped the kobolds or mention that Myla is alive, the kobolds’ attitude
. Though most of the books have fallen apart, one tome—a small black journal with an ornate lock—remains intact. A character who examines the book and succeeds on a DC 15 Wisdom (Perception) check notices
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
facilitate the characters’ escape, or he can command the goblins to stand down and allow the characters to leave the fort unmolested. If Manafek (see area K6) is still alive, she might show up
, so he has been trying different combinations on the lock. The characters won’t be able to crack the eight-digit combination quickly, so the easiest way to open the crate is to cast a knock spell on it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
, after it devours one Small or larger creature. It can’t speak or understand languages, but it has a bestial intelligence and might be persuaded to accept a substitute meal. As long as the food is alive
to the northern cell is locked. With a search of the grimy floor and a successful DC 10 Wisdom (Perception) check, a character discovers an old jailer’s key that fits the lock. Otherwise, the lock
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
. While all three hags are alive, they gain the Shared Spellcasting trait, as described in the “Hag Covens” sidebar in the “Hags” entry in the Monster Manual. The hags aren’t spoiling for a fight with non
chains bolted to the walls end in five sets of rusty shackles, the keys to which are hidden inside the cauldron in area 10e. A character with thieves’ tools can pick each lock with a successful DC 15
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
leading to a kitchen. A sign to your right indicates the “Powder Room,” while another to your left indicates “Tokens.” To the far left is a fortified iron door sealed with a large lock. The center of
. 5. Machine Room The clockwork machinery in this area generates power for the casino and controls all the other clockwork in the place. The heavy iron door is set with a large lock and a dangerous
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a1
a single keyhole, situated in the rearing dragon’s open mouth.
Dragon Door. The door that is carved to look like a dragon has a mechanical lock as well as an arcane lock spell cast on it. The
Strength (Athletics) check to defeat the arcane lock is DC 30, and the Dexterity check to bypass the magical lock using thieves’ tools is DC 25. Casting a knock spell on the door suppresses the magical
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Giants of the Star Forge
shackle around his left ankle. A character can pick the lock with a successful DC 20 Dexterity check using thieves’ tools or the Sleight of Hand skill. Brimskarda carries the manacle’s key in a pouch
alive, they might appear (at your discretion) and interrupt this task. Otherwise, it’s safe to assume Theldin and the characters can complete the task with about a half hour of work.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
to survive and help other prisoners stay alive. While doing so, she has learned one piece of lore. Shalendra asks for a glyph key; if given one, she goes to the gatehouse to recuperate. If not, she
carries. The largest drawer of the desk is held closed with an arcane lock spell (requiring a successful DC 25 Strength check to break). Inside is a flat box of black wood (see the next subsection) and a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
. The duergar forewoman (see area X25) carries the iron key to the padlock. A character with thieves’ tools can use an action to try to pick the lock, doing so with a successful DC 20 Dexterity check. The
check is made with disadvantage if the character must reach through the gate from area X16 to get at the lock. A knock spell or similar magic also opens the padlock. Any attempt to breach the gate
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
mind flayer stat block, though he can also speak Common. Four of the tentacles under the high priest’s mask are alive, writhing subtly as he speaks. Zekrikitch telepathically probes the minds of any
defeated here or elsewhere on this level, the cultists chain one unlucky character to the altar and lock the remaining characters in the cages. The cultists then ring the gong. Altar. Two sets of iron
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
(Athletics) check. The lock on the cage’s gate can be picked by a character using thieves’ tools. An attempt takes 1 minute and succeeds on a DC 15 Dexterity check. Opening the gate causes its large, rusty
hinges to squeal loudly unless a flask of oil is used to lubricate them first. If Norsu is still alive, the mammoth hears the squealing and makes its way from area L5 to this area, determined to kill
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
ritual. She might also request a lock of Commander Breakbone’s hair and a few of his fingernails (see “Camp Vengeance”) or one of Saja N’baza’s iridescent scales (see “Orolunga”). Either would
humanoid’s spirit. When the ritual is complete, the dead humanoid awakens as if from a deep slumber, though it is not alive. A character transformed by this ritual into the walking dead regains all its hit
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
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
the Amber Temple (chapter 13, area X40). 9 of Glyphs—Traitor Look for a wealthy woman. A staunch ally of the devil, she keeps the treasure under lock and key, with the bones of an ancient enemy.
The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
giant strength, kept as a means of escape for someone accidentally entombed alive. 5. Cells The door to this area is locked. If the characters listen at it, they can hear ragged breathing. When they
characters attempt to open the door into this area, they find it locked from the inside. If they pick or smash the lock and then try to open the door, read: The door strikes a large piece of stone on the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Wisdom (Perception) check. Alternatively, the door can be opened by a character who succeeds on a DC 12 Dexterity check using thieves’ tools. Any character who opens the lock discovers that it was
recently oiled. Once the door is opened, read the following text: In the southeast corner of this decayed bedroom lies a man; he is alive, though bound and gagged. He is clad only in undergarments and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
some time ago and now distraught from mistreatment, is in the cell nearest the door. Second Cell. A second human prisoner, an engineer (commoner), is kept alive to help with the excavation of new
skeletal creatures lying on the floor, each one wearing a shiny ring set with a large gemstone. The lock on the door can be opened by a character who succeeds on a DC 10 Dexterity check while using
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
expected he would be able to access the diamonds once the false tome was in his possession. Oppal knows that the vault door has a very good lock, but the door is left open whenever acolytes are moving
of Neverwinter alive. No amount of threatening or cajoling can inspire her to assist the characters. She suggests that they acquire the book, seal it inside something else so as to avoid accidentally
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
. The pegasi can pull the carriage at a speed of 40 feet on land or 80 feet while flying. Turning the key counterclockwise in either door’s lock can be done only while the carriage is on the ground and
Feywild, but the carriage and its glass pegasi shatter if the vehicle leaves the Feywild. P12. Hall of Stars The double door on the south side of this area is sealed with a hart crown lock (see “Crown Locks
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
trap, or failing to disarm it, triggers the trap. When triggered, the trap fires a small poisoned dart from the lock. Any creature standing in front of the lock is automatically struck by the needle
aggressive action (fighting, looting, or even merely threatening) and any adults are alive when the characters depart, one or two adults try to sneak undetected to the nearest room that contains warriors
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Mainwaring listens to the characters’ story. She doesn’t fully believe Shalfey is alive unless shown undeniable evidence (such as Piyarz’s unchanged tattoos or Shalfey himself). However, the characters
carries the key. As an action, a character can pick the lock with a successful DC 15 Dexterity (Sleight of Hand) check using thieves’ tools. The chest contains a fine fur-trimmed robe worth 10 gp, a gold