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Stowing Away

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

refueled, Zariel returns with the rest of her crew and takes the flying fortress to the front lines of the Blood War. Whenever Zariel is aboard the flying fortress, its crew complement consists of

hundreds of devils — too many for characters to defeat without an army behind them. Deck patrols are bolstered by erinyes using truesight to search for ethereal and invisible enemies, making it unlikely

Removing the Rod

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

infighting to determine who among them will lead. The spyder-fiend battle lines falter. The characters don’t encounter any more raklupises in Pandesmos—the raklupises are too busy jockeying for power to risk

a fight with the characters. The Vampire Notices. After about an hour, Kas realizes that something is wrong. He comes to Miska’s prison-hall to find out what’s going on, and he extends his search for

Flavors of Fantasy

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

campaign inspired by the works of H. P. Lovecraft or Clark Ashton Smith? Or do you envision a world of muscled barbarians and nimble thieves, along the lines of the classic sword-and-sorcery books by

selfish reasons. Technology and society are based on medieval norms, though the culture isn’t necessarily European. Campaigns often revolve around delving into ancient dungeons in search of treasure or in

Part 3: The Spider's Web

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

Part 3: The Spider’s Web In this part of the adventure, the characters follow up on existing leads and lines of inquiry. They can’t learn much more in Phandalin, so they need to set out into the

seek out an orc encampment near Wyvern Tor and chase the orcs away from the area. Sildar Hallwinter wants the characters to find Cragmaw Castle, search for Gundren Rockseeker, rescue the dwarf, and

Aftermath of War

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

Aftermath of War Far from the front lines, Sharn never fell under siege during the Last War. Regardless, the war’s impacts affected the city’s citizens and continue to even today. Physical Damage

capacity, and Sharn is also home to a significant number of refugees from elsewhere in Breland—people whose homes and villages were destroyed during the war, and who have come to Sharn in search of

The Moon Glade

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

The Moon Glade This section expands on one location the characters might journey to as part of their search for the Six’s ritual site. Research and Requisitions As the characters work to perfect

their portalometer, they hear of a site deep in the High Forest not far from the Star Mounds, known as the Moon Glade. The waters of the Moon Glade rest upon an intersection of magical ley lines, tied to

Location Overview

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak

she and her soldiers kept the orcs of the Sword Mountains in check. When supply lines were cut off by heavy snow and blizzards during a brutal winter, Delsendra and her followers starved to death. Orcs

iron handles and hinges. Secret doors are made of stone and blend in with the surrounding walls. Finding a secret door requires a search of the wall and a successful DC 15 Wisdom (Perception) check

Customizing the Giants

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6

&D players of all ages. Giants’ Bags Many opportunities arise throughout these adventures for the characters to search miscellaneous bags and chests that belong to giants. The contents of these

determine its nature. Either apply the result of the roll or use it as inspiration for something along the same lines. Giant’s Bag Contents d100 Item in Bag 01–03 Old axe blade for use as hand chopper 04

Exploring Automata

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

bureaucracy is filled with offices, forms, modron officials, and lengthy queues. It takes 26 (4d12) hours of standing in lines and answering repetitive questions before the characters receive the

. Finding Beltha The characters have two options to track down Beltha: Search the Inverse. Characters can search the Inverse for Beltha, but doing so without a lead takes 2d4 hours. A character who then

Alley: Autumn

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

. Painted in blood on the kitchen wall is a circle with ten equidistant lines radiating outward from its circumference: the sign of Xanathar. A thorough search accompanied by a successful DC 12 Wisdom

a refuge fairly close by, in a cellar complex under the Southern Ward. “Laeral” suggests that the characters search for the stone there. (Jarlaxle doesn’t want Nar’l to know that he’s onto him, which

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

residents make their dens near natural landmarks: waterfalls, rock formations, and the gnarled branches of magical trees. Camp Greenbriar A spiked wooden palisade lines the perimeter of Camp Greenbriar, an

The Clock Is Ticking

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

genteel patrons murmur in the lounge. You soon notice a purple-hooded figure tucked into a corner booth. Dr. Dannell gestures for you to sit. You notice lines of worry etched into her normally

characters need to reconnoiter the museum in search of security measures, steal the Murkmire Stone at an opportune time (see “Stealing the Murkmire Stone” below), and deliver it to Dr. Dannell. She’ll

Above the Ashen Spires

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fated Flight of the Recluse

ship’s bow is pointing frantically to the northwest. A character that takes the Search action and succeeds on a DC 13 Wisdom (Perception) check faintly sees an immense dark shape moving through the

history. The Draconic Prophecy. The Introduction of Eberron: Forge of the Artificer includes a verse of this prophecy, as well as various interpretations of its lines. A character that takes the Study

Portal Encounters

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

Pirates versus zombies 6 River barge crossing 7–8 The Maverick Just Cut to the End If the players are particularly clever, they might come up with novel ways to shortcut the search for

means that only one character can search for each item. Once three items are located with three checks, any character must then make a Strength (Athletics) or Dexterity (Acrobatics) check to place the

Flavors of Fantasy

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

rulebooks. Heroic Fantasy Conflicts. Heroic fantasy campaigns often revolve around delving into ancient dungeons in search of treasure or to destroy monsters or villains. Consider conflicts like these

lines. Information-gathering and diplomatic missions can supplement combat-oriented adventures. War Conflicts. Conflicts like these highlight the themes and flavor of a war campaign: Freedom Fighters

Riders on the Storm

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

deals another 9 (2d8) fire damage to the battle balloon’s hull before being extinguished by the driving rains. If there is no fire, the mechanic can lock down stray lines to give the pilot advantage

on their next check. Event 2 The storm dies down as the battle balloon sails away from the pockets of thunder and lightning. That’s when fist-sized hail begins to drop out of the sky. As you search for

Crystal Ball Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Uni and the Hunt for the Lost Horn

basic details. If the characters are friendly to Nosey or promise to help him escape, he stays close to them and even fights alongside them. Bullywug Pursuers. Before the characters can leave or search

, “Pathetic worms! The horn is mine, and none shall stand in the way of my destiny! Beasts, destroy them!” The four wolflike creatures are Worgs who defend Kelek, a human Mage, as he reads lines of

Observatory Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle

sturdy and lasts until the key is removed from the statue. D2: Rotunda Ruins Broken stone lines this plaza—fragments of elegant statues, once-magnificent pillars, and shining marble walls. At the center, a

glass dome, making iridescent colors shimmer across the crumbled marble walls. Gilded lines and jeweled inlays form a detailed star map spanning the dusty floor. Four alabaster statues of scholars stand

Adventure Models

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

of bystanders while the giant deals with (or holds back) the greater threat. The Clash of Titans table provides a sampling of adventure hooks you can use to build an adventure along these lines

journey to these wondrous locations in search of some treasure or powerful magic used by the giants. The Into the Giant Realms table offers more suggestions for how to bring characters to these realms

Tier 2 Locations

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

bog is a human skeleton wearing an Amulet of Proof against Detection and Location. As a Search action, a character can comb through the bog and make a DC 18 Wisdom (Perception) check. On a success

lines the bottoms of the cages. Mirror Menagerie. Nine of the mirror’s extradimensional cells are occupied by monsters and people who foolishly ventured into the gardens in recent years, summarized on

E: Wakenreth

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

up is a dancing longsword. In addition, characters who search the remains in this room find six onyx gemstones worth 200 gp each. E4: Fourth Level The door opens into a room that hovers in a starless

, Dalamar must research the magical ley lines underpinning the region and how they’re influenced by other sources of magic. If the characters haven’t done so already, he encourages them to investigate the

Ruins Locations

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

lived here hid a chest under the flagstone floor. A thorough search of the interior of the eastern cottage and a successful DC 10 Intelligence (Investigation) check reveals the old chest among the

. This former general store isn’t a complete ruin yet; portions of its tile roof remain intact. Two giant spiders lurk in the building, hiding behind the walls. Thin, trailing lines from the webs in

Thundertree Areas

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

1 join the fray. Treasure A merchant who once lived here had a chest full of coins hidden under the flagstone floor of his home. A thorough search of the interior of the eastern cottage and a

in this ruined building, so they are not visible from outside. Trailing lines from the webs in the lane allow the spiders to sense when prey is moving through the webs, at which point they nimbly

Island Approach and First Floor

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

, these tomes deal with common philosophical quandaries and the passive contemplation of nature. The books are old and impressive-looking but have no monetary value. If the characters search the library

bin of potatoes is scooted up against the rear face of the kitchen’s brick hearth. This larder once held enough provisions to feed two dozen people for three days. Ruined Map. Any search of the

Gibbet Crossing Locations

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

here a few years ago with their “rockmate”—akin to a xorn sibling—in search of delicious amethysts the svirfneblin left behind. The earth elementals were already here; like Zoklork, they find the

surround it, sequestered in an underground stronghold deep beneath Phandalin that is labeled “Illithinoch.” Wavy lines emanate up from these mind flayers to a sketch of Phandalin, miles above

Locations M - P

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

in the outer wall. The negotiation lasts only a few minutes. Fylo pledges the assistance of the Zhentarim to keep the Lords’ Alliance and other groups from interfering in the fire giants’ search for

on a DC 15 Intelligence (Arcana) check can tell that the engraved lines adorning its outer surface are carefully designed to channel magical energy. Casting an identify spell on the boulder allows one

Spire of Iriolarthas (Y19i-Y19hq)

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

is marked by a pair of dashed lines.) This invisible bridge, which is safe to cross, is suppressed by the activation of the spindle in area Y19n. Y19j. Chamber of Sorcery Your reflections dance over

cold have not been kind to them. Most of the books and scrolls that litter the floor have been ruined by centuries of disuse, but adventurers who search the remains unearth two survivors: a scroll

Hive Ward

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

—and possibly the knowledge of how to kill others like it in the future. Assassins, poisoners, and hunters regularly attempt to infiltrate the Hall of Vigils in search of these secrets, only to die at

apply to all its citizens, not just those at the bottom. The Slags The Slags were just another part of the Hive until a portal to the front lines of the Blood War, the eternal conflict between devils

Cottage Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

and forgotten garments and cuts them into lengths of cloth from which she creates her own clothes. Characters who search the room find two 1-foot-tall pincushions sewn into humanoid shapes. One of the

end to end with living frogs. At each end of the balcony, attached to one corner of the cottage just beyond easy reach, is a clothesline draped with patchwork garments. The two lines stretch out over

Redbrand Hideout Locations

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

with fresh provisions, nothing in this cellar gives away their presence. The barrels contain salted pork and beef, flour, sugar, apples, and ale. Moving barrels around to thoroughly search them is a

straw lines the floors of those cells, the hinged doors of which are secured by chains and padlocks. A pair of human women are held in the cell to the south, while a human boy is confined to the north

NPCs by Guild

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

, Dodge, Help, Hide, Ready, Search, or Use an Object. The affected target can’t take that action for 1 minute. At the end of each of the target’s turns, it can end the effect on itself with a successful

troops of the legion. They are adept at breaking up mobs and organized lines of defense. Sometimes described as living thunderstorms, reckoners charge their bodies with lightning that bursts forth in

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