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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Aurum Missions The Aurum Missions table suggests a variety of assignments that adventurers might be asked to undertake on behalf of the Aurum or one of its members, whether or not they’re aware of
the signet buried with them. 3 Make friends with a scholar at the local university and learn their vices. 4 Recover a trove of art, artifacts, or recorded knowledge that was thought lost in a battle
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Chamber Missions The Chamber Missions table suggests several ways that adventurers might (knowingly or unknowingly) be asked to advance the Chamber’s agenda, while the Chamber Adventures table offers
house against a rival draconic attack. 5 Steal a local sage’s research to prevent them from discovering the Chamber’s activities. 6 Recreate an ancient ritual that will bring a new piece of the Prophecy to light.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
, the land on which it sits remains the property of the crown or local ruler. Should the characters prove disloyal or unworthy of the gift, they can be asked or forced to relinquish custody of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a1
Rumors Heard in Oakhurst Player characters can discover the following additional information while spending time in the local tavern, or through asking the right questions of the locals. No one knows
wizard (Sharwyn Hucrele), a paladin of Pelor (Sir Braford), and a ranger (Karakas). Sir Braford was not a local, and he had a magic sword called Shatterspike. Sometimes the goblins offer a different
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
stoically go about their business again as if nothing had happened. If asked about the fog, the monsters, or other occurrences within the fog, they react with bewilderment. Locals have had their
nearby, as is local custom (see the “Yeonido Customs” section). The detect magic spell reveals that locals—in fact, almost all the creatures in Yeonido—radiate an aura of enchantment magic, an effect of the curse affecting their memories. There is one exception to this.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
fit, the land on which it sits remains the property of the crown or local ruler. Should the characters prove disloyal or unworthy of the gift, they can be asked or forced to relinquish custody of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Confronting Kasem If characters challenge Kasem with details they learned about him from local vendors, he laughs them off, explaining the market is full of gossip. A character who succeeds on a DC
Xungoon Family Seafood, he explains he’s looking out for his future. He doesn’t care that there’s no precedent for buying a family business. Strange Pets. If asked about the cages and fruit in the Spicy
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Bands table offers hooks you can use to build an adventure around a band of giants.
Bands d6 Adventure Hook
1 A band of giants is spotted near a town, and the adventurers are asked to
corruption spreading through the local flora and turning animals into Aberrations.
5 A band of hunting giants has driven its prey—enormous beasts—into pastureland. The local farmers seek help.
6
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Wisdom (Perception) score of 12 or higher notices folk on the street pointing at the sky. If asked, the people say an owl has been flying over the district during daylight—a strange portent on the Night
can show the locket containing Doña Rosa’s portrait to passersby. If they do so and succeed on a DC 14 Charisma (Persuasion) check, a character finds a local or recognizes the picture and provides
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
up in the snow pile or why he was outside drinking in the first place. If he’s asked about the thieves, Trovus takes a deep breath, trying to suppress his hiccups, before explaining the situation: “The
dragon in humanoid form. If the characters ask about the missing lantern, he offers to take them to the local inn so they can talk to the Shorard sisters, who run the establishment. He seems less
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
heroes of the Last War, and now that the fighting is over most of them don’t appreciate being used as local police. The Redcloaks are absolutely faithful to Breland: they are willing to lay down their
a captain of the Watch; typically, they won’t be asked to respond to a situation if it’s not in the interests of the Boromar Clan. The Redcloak Battalion is described in more detail in chapter 3.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
whisper fearfully, claiming they saw whistlers. If asked, a worker tells the characters that whistlers are beings that emerge from the shadows, whistling a creepy tune as they steal away the unwary
. They’re a well-known local legend, but few have ever seen one—until now. Soon after the mill collapses, its owner, Alfonz “Sugar Man” Rubinaz-Zumdi, arrives on the scene, escorted by several bodyguards
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Speaking with the Victims The dead are taken to a City Watch station in the North Ward and kept in a cellar morgue. Clerics from local temples are brought in to cast gentle repose spells on the
information from Dalakhar’s corpse if the right questions are asked: Dalakhar stole an artifact called the Stone of Golorr from the lair of a beholder known as Xanathar, in a dungeon deep below the city
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
Chult. Your expertise could prove helpful, so you’ve asked to join the expedition. Criminal Player’s Handbook Local authorities grant you a full pardon for past crimes. In exchange, you are to join an
lost cities you’re anxious to explore. Your request to join the expedition was approved. Charlatan Player’s Handbook After a few successful scams, you’ve gotten into some trouble with local authorities
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Daggerford Built against the side of a low hill on the floodplains of the Delimbiyr, this small, walled town is dominated by the keep of the local duchess, Lady Morwen Daggerford. Counting the town
local militia, or accompanying the town guard on its patrols. Daily rulership is in the hands of the Council of Guilds, composed of the heads of the town’s informal trade groups. These guildmasters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
happy to share what she knows. She volunteers the following information: Foreign Complex. The complex’s architectural style is different than local traditions, so the complex must have been built by
and Vogren are well versed in the religious history of the island. If asked, they provide the following advice: Reciprocity. Powerful nature spirits reside on the island and don’t take kindly to those
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
lessons proved so effective that she was asked to stay as a professor. She loves passing on her knowledge of medicinal herbs, pest mascot cultivation, and dissection techniques to generations of new
the essence of a fallen mage, and she remembers them all by name. Gyome, Master Chef Anyone who thinks a troll can’t be a great chef has never met Gyome (neutral troll). He combines local ingredients
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
recent accidents at the site. If asked, Jung-Soon doesn’t know anything about the fog, strange events, or attacks on the camp. However, characters who succeed on a DC 14 Wisdom (Insight) check sense
. Moss Slab. The moss on the slab can be cleared to reveal an inscription that reads “Dae Won-Ha, Warrior for the People” in both Common and Halri (the local language of Yeonido). Characters who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
time, but if asked, Yalme says she named the crabs Fancy and Gorgeous George. Four short halls branch off the common room, each lined with rooms for rent. The Fishbowl After a long day on the river
fresh river fish, fishing supplies, crafts, the bounty of local farms, and all manner of mundane equipment. One notable stall is that of Froswin (chaotic good, kender commoner), who sells intricate fish
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
known for its collection of curios, amassed from travelers visiting Phandalin. One such curio was embedded in the bar itself: a near-spherical piece of glittering obsidian. Local myth says it is a
the tavern. If asked about the raiders, the tiefling directs the characters to speak with Grista. Talking to Grista Grista grudgingly shares the following information: Awakened Rudely. Grista awoke to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
make an innocent merchant attack the local lordling. Kala Mabarin Kala Mabarin (neutral evil, human druid) is a skilled herbalist and datura, a protector of the spirits of the land. After years in the
, several soldiers sweep in and take him and the merchant into custody. These soldiers wear the same gold filigreed armor as the Silent Verse members the characters encountered earlier. If asked, Captain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Bad Time to Be a Zhent Within days after the events that local broadsheets dub the “Gralhund Villa Bloodbath,” the City Watch cracks down on the Black Network. Even members of the Zhentarim who have
out at their tavern, she uses a disguise kit to make herself up to be a male dwarf named Jorn. If asked to do so, she’s willing to perform chores around the place once she settles in. Ultimately, no
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
trying to stir up dissent. Constable Jute Constable Jute (LG female human guard) is a rarity in the militia — an honorable and honest public servant. She is noticeably nervous and reticent when first asked
area, with the expectation that local rats and gulls would take care of any remains. But a careful inspection of the site is sufficient to locate unfamiliar, webbed footprints nearly obscured by the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
boy at ease. After the bones were stolen, Father Lucian asked Yeska if he told anyone else about the bones. The boy nodded but wouldn’t divulge a name. The culprit is Milivoj, whom Father Lucian
van der Voort, the local coffin maker (area N6), and to stealing the bones for Henrik in return for money to help feed his younger sisters and brothers. The theft of the bones has left the church
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
powers. A scar cuts across his handsome face, curving from the top of his left cheekbone down to his jaw.. If asked about the scar, he explains that he got it years ago when the man who burned down his
or delicate movements. A housekeeper named Damien takes care of the cooking and cleaning. He is a constructed commoner and the only full-time staff member in the manor, although some local villagers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
these defenders are Mages from the city’s Guild of Wizardry, as well as Priests from local temples. The captain-general and constable of the City Watch are stationed at the Grand Citadel (see “City
through open gates aren’t asked to explain their business, nor are they detained or turned back unless they are recognized as known fugitives. Wagons and carts might get searched if they trigger the guards
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
delegation from Mirabar, or that the delegation hasn’t arrived in the area yet if the adventurers begin with the local troubles. Map 2.1: Red LarchView Player Version 1. Allfaiths Shrine On the west side
visitors. He’s also an ally of the Order of the Gauntlet, occasionally passing messages and sending reports on local events to the order. Lymmura is a sympathetic ear and guide to all. She has been coming
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
, technically under the command of the Pereghost, but which answers to a local captain named Sulvarn. To those who’ve come into conflict with the Zhentarim, living in a place so firmly in their power
expects from warriors serving a local lord. Those who misunderstand the Zhentarim often do so because they imagine them to be cackling villains in the vein of the Zhents of yore. In reality, they are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Flame Tongue sword of their choice; this process takes 1d4 days. The giant doesn’t know the location of the Lost Caverns but suspects other local inhabitants might. Gnome Vale A small track branches off
(250 gp total) and reveal the information in the following section. What the Gnomes Know. Saleen has heard local bats whisper about magical caves that come alive and swallow up intruders. She knows
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
characters. She asks if R04M is with them and gives an “aw-shucks” snap of her fingers when it’s clear the modron isn’t. If asked why she’s looking for the characters, Ascetelis explains her superiors
, Dendradis is a labyrinth of beautiful crystals and base metals inhabited entirely by rilmani. So long as Ascetelis is with the characters, the local rilmani ignore them. Rilmani who find an unattended
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
to Undermountain.
Eye of the Spider Prerequisite: Complete the “Search for Kressando Rosznar” quest News of Kressando Rosznar’s death is leaked to the publishers of several local broadsheets, along
, a bronze dragon named Glyster, was asked or told to find Vanrak and bring him back to Waterdeep to face justice. The dragon found Vanrak but could not wrest him from the depths of Undermountain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
inscriptions written in the local language, Tletlahtolli, that include the following details: Leuchis. At the north of the room, this white stone statue depicts a tiefling offering a sculpted ring to the
a seed.” A character who succeeds on a DC 12 Intelligence (History or Religion) check recognizes these statues as devout figures from local legends who earned the favor of the gods. If Ollin is with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
his affable personality won over many in town by the time of his release. He thus stayed on in Phandalin, where he works doing odd jobs and keeping a close eye on local goings-on.
BRAWN MCGABLE
of the land, many of the businesses, and a good portion of the wealth in the local area. He was the last townmaster before that position was dissolved in favor of a three-person town council, and has
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Garynmor Stables and Menagerie goes from alley to alley, hooting. If asked what he’s doing, he grudgingly admits that something got loose from his stable.
5 A gaunt half-elf, Jaemus Exheltarion
, dramatically praises the party, inviting them to star in his next unbelievable stage production.
8 A bleary-eyed astronomer stumbles into the party, while fearfully watching the heavens. If asked
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
protection of its bodyguards rather than making any physical threats. If asked about Kwalish, the Grand Master gladly recounts how it took over the floating island and drove Kwalish to a second location
devil’s claws. If removed, the shards lose their magical powers. Local teleportation-field bracelets encircle the devil’s arms and tail. These devices allow the Grand Master to make its claw and