more same with only aware for for lands

Rictavio

Monsters Curse of Strahd

in search of new actors, he began regaling locals with tales of distant lands. Monster Hunter. The half-elf ringmaster is, in fact, a legendary human vampire hunter named Rudolph van Richten. Van

Richten becomes aware of Ezmerelda’s presence, he does his utmost to protect her without putting his own plans in jeopardy. If he can manipulate a party of adventurers into keeping an eye on her

Yuan-ti Pureblood Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

with that of snakes, producing a caste-based society of hybrids in which the most snakelike are the leaders and the most humanlike are spies and agents in foreign lands. Humans Transformed The

body, thought, and emotion. Freed from the limitations of their human bodies, the yuan-ti used their new abilities to conquer new lands and expand their borders. One Race, Many Forms The bodies of all

Upper Menthis

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

Yesterday, Echoes of the Past, the Mekdall Gallery, and Cloud Antiquities all buy and sell interesting antiques and trinkets from distant lands. The district of Den’iyas is a gnome neighborhood that

specialize in alchemy, illusion, or divination. Visitors should be aware that intrigue is the primary pastime in Den’iyas, and that hapless adventures can easily find themselves pulled into intricate

Undercover Empire

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

conquered enemies finally loosened the yuan-ti’s hold over nearby lands. The serpent people withdrew to their fortified cities and underground temples, ceding the rest of their territory to their

can’t resort to direct attacks in order to reclaim their rightful place in the world. Operating out of the subterranean ruins of their buildings in foreign lands, yuan-ti agents infiltrate enemy

The Mists

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

with little choice but to seek refuge in the house. The mists stop short of entering the house but engulf anyone outside (see chapter 2, “The Lands of Barovia,” for information on the mists’ effect

). DEATH HOUSE’S FEATURES Death House is aware of its surroundings and all creatures within it. Its goal is to continue the work of the cult by luring visitors to their doom. Various important features

Shadow Dragon Lairs

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

Shadow Dragon Lairs When dragons become aware of the Shadowfell’s malign influence seeping into their territories, most scoop up their hoards and abandon any compromised lairs. But some are stubborn

winds common to this region and drawn into the atmosphere. Clouds of ash periodically cast the surrounding lands into deep shadow, before the fine grit once again falls to the ground in a hazy gray

Background

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

the lands and rulers of the Sword Coast and the North, while the Emerald Enclave suspects that anything Thay promotes is likely against the natural order. Even the Zhentarim fear the union of two such

good-aligned adventurers and the people of the Sword Coast are aware of the threat posed by the cult. What’s unclear is how to deal with it. Depending on the nature of the characters and their

The Emerald Enclave

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

survive. Living deep in the wilderness demands great fortitude and the mastery of certain fighting and survival skills. Down in the Underdark, far from the wild lands, the Emerald Enclave must remain

corruption of nature. Its members are well aware that the newly seen demonic corruption will not be contained within the Underdark for long. Eventually it will break through to the surface and

Background

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

the lands and rulers of the Sword Coast and the North, while the Emerald Enclave suspects that anything Thay promotes is likely against the natural order. Even the Zhentarim fear the union of two such

good-aligned adventurers and the people of the Sword Coast are aware of the threat posed by the cult. What’s unclear is how to deal with it. Depending on the nature of the characters and their

Background

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

the lands and rulers of the Sword Coast and the North, while the Emerald Enclave suspects that anything Thay promotes is likely against the natural order. Even the Zhentarim fear the union of two such

good-aligned adventurers and the people of the Sword Coast are aware of the threat posed by the cult. What’s unclear is how to deal with it. Depending on the nature of the characters and their

Khea the Sage

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

is 3 gp, but she waives it once she becomes aware that she is somehow involved in this situation. Khea is a sharp-witted, hearty woman who never says what a brow furrow or eyebrow arch could convey

supposedly satirical comedy, The Satyr’s Half-Horn. She wouldn’t put it past the petty priest to harass her even in death. Khea can also answer most questions about the polis she lives in, the lands

Entering Waterdeep

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

your visit, due to the commendable efforts of some friend or family member who loves you dearly, I shall explain briefly the circumstances of entry. You will have traveled through lands claimed and

“black robes” as a result) and the City Guard force that always accompanies them. Be aware that magisters can pass a sentence without a trial. It behooves you to treat them with proper respect. If you

Dungeon History

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

mountain. Using his underground complex as a base of operations, Halaster traveled to other planes and distant lands, collecting strange and dangerous creatures to live as prisoners, servants, or

Portal. Not all creatures that dwell in Undermountain succumb to its madness, and those who do aren’t even aware that the dungeon has them in its clutches.

Rictavio

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

into the town of Vallaki several months later. Claiming to be a carnival ringmaster in search of new actors, he began regaling locals with tales of distant lands. Monster Hunter. The half-elf

becomes aware of Ezmerelda’s presence, he does his utmost to protect her without putting his own plans in jeopardy. If he can manipulate a party of adventurers into keeping an eye on her, he will do so

Ras Nsi

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

intention of honoring his bargain, and Ras Nsi is beginning to suspect as much. Strange Collection. Ras Nsi has a sizable collection of apparel and accouterments from distant lands, most of which were

leprous wounds cover his flesh. In a fitting irony, Ras Nsi is unaware that Acererak is the cause of the curse, for neither he nor the yuan-ti are aware of what lies within the Tomb of the Nine Gods

The Lords' Alliance

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

troops to battle. No stranger to the horrors of war, she is keenly aware that the lands represented by the Lords’ Alliance need their soldiers for the protection of their own people. Only when convinced

’ Alliance, but the order takes on any character who feels at home in settled lands. Barbarians, rangers, and druids are seldom involved with this faction, which sometimes leads to strained relations

The Lords' Alliance

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

troops to battle. No stranger to the horrors of war, she is keenly aware that the lands represented by the Lords’ Alliance need their soldiers for the protection of their own people. Only when convinced

’ Alliance, but the order takes on any character who feels at home in settled lands. Barbarians, rangers, and druids are seldom involved with this faction, which sometimes leads to strained relations

The Lords' Alliance

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

troops to battle. No stranger to the horrors of war, she is keenly aware that the lands represented by the Lords’ Alliance need their soldiers for the protection of their own people. Only when convinced

’ Alliance, but the order takes on any character who feels at home in settled lands. Barbarians, rangers, and druids are seldom involved with this faction, which sometimes leads to strained relations

Trielta Hills

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

played out almost before others become aware of them, Trielta has played host to full-on gold rushes from time to time. Someone stumbles on a particularly large vein of ore, and prospectors and fortune

of the full-scale mining operations that can be found in other lands. No large nations or trading consortiums are waiting in the wings to invade and take over the mines of Trielta. They are what a

Life in the Domains of Dread

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

Correspondence In some domains, the residents are aware that realms exist beyond the Mists, but most have little interest in lands beyond their own. The Darklords’ obsessions distract them from concerns

Interacting with Townsfolk

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

town can’t accommodate the people the fires have displaced. Some townspeople are aware that a dragon caused the wildfires. They recognize that the dragon could threaten the town even if wind doesn’t

puts commercial interests first, and the other merchants follow his lead. Ginder believes the dragon should be slain and the lands of the Forbidden Vale—including the ancient gardens in the valley’s

Daggerford

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

be marked by the founding of Waterdeep. More learned folk are aware of the deeper history of the region, and know of at least some of the kingdoms that have been built by the residents of the North

. Ten thousand years ago, the capital city of Illefarn occupied the site where Waterdeep stands today. A kingdom of elves that accepted both humans and dwarves in its lands, Illefarn stood intact for

Bryn Shander Quests

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

and ask her clanfolk to send reinforcements to Bryn Shander. She warns the characters that the dwarves of Ironmaster don’t allow non-dwarves inside their lands. But, she says, if the characters

be in the employ of Lord Dagult Neverember of Neverwinter. Thunderhale has no proof that the debris he saw came from the Dancing Wave, but he’s aware of no other Waterdhavian merchant ships that have

Other Religious Systems

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

some are more aware, alert, and intelligent than others. The most powerful spirits might even be considered deities. All are worthy of respect if not veneration. Animists don’t typically pay allegiance

receive the sacrifices and respect they are due. As new religions spread through animist lands, those religions typically win adherents but not converts. People incorporate new spirits and deities into

Mortuary Basement Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel

lichdom, Jex drank from a magical goblet that burned away her jaw. Her features have since been reconstructed with translucent wax. If either creature becomes aware of the characters, the golem sits

unsuspecting occupants. Shortly after the characters arrive, a corpse tumbles down the chute and lands with a splat, disgorging a hostile black pudding. As the ooze accosts the party, bodies continue to spill

Lair Locations

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

Hill Giants outside the dragon’s lair notice the sounds of rock tossing or combat in this cave. If the giants aren’t aware of the characters’ presence, one giant investigates, situating itself outside

leave, the galeb duhr return to their quieter song. Development. The Hill Giants outside the dragon’s lair notice the galeb duhr’s loud singing. If the giants aren’t aware of the characters’ presence

Chromatic Dragons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

damage. Frightful Presence. Each creature of the dragon’s choice that is within 120 feet of the dragon and aware of it must succeed on a DC 19 Wisdom saving throw or become frightened for 1 minute. A

dragon and aware of it must succeed on a DC 16 Wisdom saving throw or become frightened for 1 minute. A creature can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of its turns, ending the effect on

Locations E - H

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

information on this location. Fallen Lands Countless ruins dot this rugged, barren land, where ancient cities once stood and great battles once raged. Strange witchlights float around the ruins at night

Drow of House Xorlarrin infiltrate Gauntlgrym through secret passageways of which not even the dwarves are aware. Bearing an iron flask given to them by the great fire giant chief Duke Zalto, they

Headquarters Features

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

tower might teleport from place to place. Or doors within a tavern could be revealed as a magical portal connected to various locations in far-flung lands. The DM has final approval over the method

spell effects, and more. These benefits are gained automatically, as a general reward for the characters’ adventuring success driving franchise advancement. So it’s important that everyone is aware

City Celebrations

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

is a festival of both Waukeen and Lathander, and is used for planning business, making treaties and agreements, and receiving envoys from unknown lands and traditional foes. Much wine is drunk over

semiofficial “Be Kind to the Guard and Watch Day” in Waterdeep. Feel free to participate by handing out small gifts and kind words, but be aware that any gift of greater value than a few nibs might be

Locations on the Grove Level

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

similar notes for the surrounding lands for the last dozen years. One interesting tome titled (in Draconic) Treasures of the Fire Lords has a glyph of warding spell with an explosive runes effect on it

. Creatures. Belak the Outcast spends much of his time studying the Gulthias Tree, but he is well aware when the characters are approaching. He is a human druid, and he has the following spells

Locations M - P

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

long-dead horses into five animated warhorse skeletons. Every night, after sunset, the Hunt Lords ride out on their skeletal steeds to patrol the lands around Noanar’s Hold, looking for worthy prey

to hunt. They always return to their keep before sunrise the following morning. They have no interest in harming the local villagers, whom they view as their subjects. The villagers are well aware of

The Seldarine

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

every other plant in the world, or so it’s said. Through this network of tendrils, Rillifane remains aware of everything that happens in the forest. When he chooses to travel to other planes and worlds

above or none of the above, depending on Rillifane’s mood.” Roots Run Deep. Ancient trees are almost always incorporated into shrines to Rillifane Rallathil. Many forests in elven lands have sacred

Fane Locations

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

. A set of slick stone steps descends into the spray-filled bowl to the north, while a passage to the west holds steps leading upward. A creature swept over the falls lands in a water-filled basin

are. He or she is also aware of any other prophets the party has faced and defeated, having seen the events in fevered visions. The prophet dismisses any such defeat as the culling the weak, assuring

Cave Locations

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

(1d6) bludgeoning damage and lands with the prone condition. W10: Dark Pool A still pool fills much of this cavern. The water is dark, revealing little of what might lie within. The shore of the pool

before the statue. A wooden table stands on the west side of the room between two pillars. If the room’s occupants aren’t aware of the characters as they enter, add the following: Two bugbears stand by

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