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Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
, it’s never long before a hungry or curious creature arrives to investigate, leaping into battle with the hydra’s foes while the hydra makes an opportune exit.
shorelines where the wilds meet the ocean. These monstrous creatures are aptly named; their bites are known to snap giants’ arms cleanly in half.
Snapping hydras have naturally long life spans and
magic-items
the curse to you. Only a Wish spell or the will of Myrkul can remove this curse. As long as you remain cursed, the following properties apply to you:
Bound. You are unwilling to part with the crown
urges its wearer to spread dread and destruction wherever possible.
Destroying the Crown. The crown is destroyed if it is worn by Myrkul's successor, Kelemvor, while he sits on the throne of Myrkul's former realm, the Bone Castle.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
heads are trophies from the hobgoblins’ recent victory over an elf hunting party. Clever characters might try to reason with Targor by urging him to think of himself as Grol’s successor rather than
Grol’s avenger. Targor has long aspired to lead the Cragmaw tribe, so he might do the adventurers the favor of not killing them, provided one or more characters succeed on a DC 15 Charisma (Persuasion
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Hadley’s secret phrase, he shares the following information with them: What’s Going On? Shalfey is the elder sage of the Tower of the Heavens. Piyarz, his would-be successor, declared Shalfey dead a few
somewhere in the tower. What Happened to Shalfey? Piyarz has long sought Shalfey’s title, and Hadley fears foul play. The tower hands closest to Shalfey left the tower on a secret mission the day before
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
Arriving in Grakenok Determine the order in which the characters and their rivals arrive at Grakenok. The characters, Sytri, and Tol would reach the town at the same time, but each arrives 1 round
later for each time they were delayed during the “Perils at Sea” section. This order influences events in the following sections. If the characters took a long rest or made a lengthy detour after Sytri
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath
Arrival After the drama on the high seas, the party’s transport finally arrives in the vicinity of the Thunder Peaks. The tops of the cliffs are visible for a great distance, long before the party
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
and healing. Sanctum Charm. After spending a Long Rest in your Bastion, you gain a magical Charm (see “Supernatural Gifts” in chapter 3) that lasts for 7 days or until you use it. The Charm allows you
beneficiary finishes a Long Rest, they gain Temporary Hit Points equal to your level. This effect lasts for 7 days. Sanctum Recall. While the Sanctum exists, you always have the Word of Recall spell
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Adventure Atlas: The Mortuary
cranky when awoken. 3 When a godling is born on the Upper Planes, a wave of positive energy sweeps over the Mortuary through its myriad portals, restoring hundreds of long-dead creatures to life. 4
Factol Skall (see the appendix) announces his retirement. Before he transcends to True Death, he asks the characters to help him name his successor.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
depict Underdark caverns and fungi forests.
Teleport Trap. A teleport trap (see “Teleport Traps”) fills the space marked on the map.
The 6-inch-long key is carved from a dragon’s finger bone, and its
keeps them well fed. Teleport Trap A creature teleported by this room’s teleport trap arrives at a location determined by rolling a d20 and consulting the following table: d20 Teleport Destination
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
obscured by this smoky haze. Exposure to it is unhealthy; characters who take a long rest in a hazy location regain one fewer Hit Die than normal. A strong wind that lasts 1 minute or longer clears an
. The three levels of the fortress are connected by two mechanical elevators that are continually moving up and down their shafts, except for a 1-minute stop each time it arrives at a floor. One
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
when the party arrives. Arriving characters are questioned to determine their intentions. The guards are thorough but not threatening; as long as the characters seem benign, they are granted entry. Four
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
The Long Road This side trek begins when the characters learn from worried Zhentarim shopkeepers of Bargewright Inn that they’ve been having supply problems recently. This side trek happens only if
the characters sign on to the Zhentarim caravan. Customarily, a barge from Yartar arrives on a regular schedule to deliver the wares that the Bargewrighters order to sell, including buckles, swivel
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
Mission from Goldenbeard Goldenbeard asks the characters to meet with him in the back room of a restaurant, the Spoke and Wheel. When the party arrives, read the following: An elegantly dressed dwarf
for yourself from her collection, but I’d advise against too much distraction. Nixylanna has been a problem for me for a long time because she is very good at what she does. And remember: you cannot
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
) arrives to interview the characters about their strange situation. It seeks information so greater powers in Mechanus can decide whether they want to blame the characters for their reality-defying
locations. 4 The characters witness an illusory, miles-long procession of thousands of modrons. Any character who draws close to the illusions can see that the modrons look terrified of their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Facing Strahd After he arrives at Death House, Strahd, Master of Death House (see appendix B) waits for the characters in the house’s main hall (area D2a). He is accompanied by two vampire spawn. If
. Strahd applauds the characters for surviving so long in his realm, then attacks them. If Sarusanda is friendly with the characters, she says that they are also members of the Ulmist Inquisition. Strahd
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
killed by Netherskull’s remote Death Ray (one of the death tyrant’s regional effects) after finishing a long rest in this dead-end tunnel. His sister, Lorlynn, can be found in area 14b. Treasure
. A creature teleported by this trap arrives at a location determined by rolling a d20 and consulting the following table: d20 Teleport Destination 1–12 The teleport trap in area 6 13–16 The teleport trap in area 24a 17–20 The teleport trap in area 28
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
doesn’t concern herself with the private affairs of her clientele, nor does she mind when visitors get rowdy or turn violent — as long as they’re willing to pay for damages afterward. In public, Laraelra
, but no meals. At any given time, the staff includes two kenku bartenders and six bouncers (human thugs). The staff operates in three eight-hour shifts, with one group leaving as the next shift arrives.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume Four
Eldraine, it’s never long before a hungry or curious creature arrives to investigate, leaping into battle with the hydra’s foes while the hydra makes an opportune exit. Snapping Hydra Huge Monstrosity
shorelines where the wilds meet the ocean. These creatures are aptly named; their bites are known to snap giants’ arms cleanly in half. Nicholas Gregory Snapping hydras have naturally long life spans
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
the emperor’s long life has been depleted. A lifelong servant of the empire, Wei fears the upheaval that historically occurs after the death of a ruler, as several claimants to the throne vie for power
political position unassailable so she can ease the transition of power from the old emperor to a worthy successor of her choice. The Grand Secretary hides the truth of the emperor’s condition from her
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
, and there are fewer traders coming out of the city nowadays. The recent orc wars have cost the kingdom dearly, both in warriors and in leadership. In a short time, our long-ruling king, Harbromm
approach the city by means of an underground route. One such road arrives from the west, connecting Adbar to Mithral Hall and Mirabar through the ancient tunnels of Old Delzoun. Another tunnel leads
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
defeated. Other Hulks. Three other umber hulk prisoners stand lifeless in corners of the pyramid, each wearing heavy metal manacles. Their stasis failed long ago, rendering them desiccated husks. W2
if attacked. If combat commences, Frevvik takes a bonus action to blow its war horn as soon as it can. If there are any mezzoloth patrols still alive on the island, one pair arrives in 1d4 rounds. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
Watch, reference the Guard Arrival Times table to see how long it takes for the authorities to show up. Then, roll on the Flaming Fist Reactions or Watch Reactions table as appropriate to determine how
, as they’re already escorting a patriar (noble). 6 The guards start a bribe bidding war to decide who gets arrested and who goes free. 7 An officer arrives with the group, insuring that any arrests are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
and long-standing rivalries outside the alliance, they band together in the face of events that are too big for any of them to handle on their own. The rulers of Waterdeep, Silverymoon, Baldur’s Gate
political power than on the arcane these days. The Masked Lords of Waterdeep choose her as the successor to Dagult Neverember between the first and second sessions of the Council of Waterdeep, making
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
can escalate into brawls when these miscreants are far from the watchful eyes of their parents. Duels have long been prohibited by mutual agreement, due to the blood feuds they provoked in the past
Warder is Dauner Ilzimmer, who speaks for the town to the Lords’ Alliance. House Amcathra has yet to choose its successor for next Shieldmeet. Houses Jhansczil and Tarm have smaller breeding concerns in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Arrival at the Island When the characters’ transportation first arrives within sight of the island fortress, read: A rock outcropping thrusts up from the sea to form an island here, just offshore. It
mollusks. In stark contrast to other sites along the coast, no seabirds can be seen near the island.
As reported by the scouts, a long stone causeway leads southward from the marshy coastline, crossing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
and leave the Morkoth within an hour of doing so, Slarkrethel arrives too late to stop them. If the characters are still aboard the Morkoth an hour after freeing Hekaton, the kraken pays them an
the puny and insignificant surface-dwelling adventurers to fend for themselves. Hekaton doesn’t survive long in the kraken’s clutches. If the storm giant king dies, all is not lost. Characters can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Angajuk’s Bell Locations The following locations are keyed to map 2.2. A1. Frozen Pier A rowboat is stuck in the ice, trapped against a 10-foot-long wooden pier. The pier is ice-glazed and slippery
three giant vultures, who think that the sound signals mealtime or the presence of prey. They attack unless the characters offer meat to satisfy them. Angajuk Arrives. It takes 30 minutes for Angajuk the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
“Teleport Traps”). A creature teleported by this trap arrives at a location determined by rolling a d20 and consulting the following table: d20 Teleport Destination 1–10 The teleport trap in area 19 11–15
(Arcana or Nature) check confirms that she is holding the skull of a long-dead mind flayer. Treasure. A detect magic spell reveals an aura of illusion magic around the mind flayer skull, and an identify
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
their own Acquisitions Incorporated franchise! The characters need to send a message to Omin Dran to report their findings. Not long after, Omin contacts them using magic, congratulating them on their
enough, well-known Acquisitions Incorporated operative Viari (see appendix A) arrives the next day to deliver the documents and supplies, and to officially christen the new Acquisitions Incorporated
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
party, see the “Old Tower” section in chapter 3 for tips on how to roleplay her once she arrives at Grudd Haug. If the characters have an airship (see the “Airship of a Cult” section in chapter 4
Objects. Most of the furnishings and other items in Grudd Haug are sized for hill giants. Exceptions are noted in the text. Tables, benches, and other room fixtures are typically twice as high, long
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
adventurer’s funeral takes a surprising turn when a silver dragon arrives to pay respects.
3 A disgraced knight tries to escape the attention of the silver dragon whose kindness the knight once
took advantage of.
4 As a city comes under siege, a silver dragon must decide between solitude and saving the place where the dragon has lived so many lives.
5 In memory of a long friendship
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
by its difficult terrain. Valsyx’s Ruse. Valsyx tries to delay intruders long enough to warn Charnyz of trouble. He claims to abhor violence, and he offers valuable information if the characters can
higher volume. Valsyx doesn’t have any particularly valuable information to impart; the offer is a lie to buy time until Charnyz arrives. If pressed, Valsyx tries to pass off the presence of mezzoloths on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
floor show evidence of stone furnishings long since removed.
Characters who hold bright light sources in this room or make a lot of noise alert the githzerai in area 24c, who remain where they are
but can’t be surprised. Teleport Trap. This trap fills a 10-foot-square section of the passage leading to area 24d. A creature teleported by this trap arrives at a location determined by rolling a d20
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish
The Monastery The crashed planar craft still makes up most of the monastery’s general structure, having been long ago converted into Kwalish’s first laboratory, then converted again into this present
feels quite right. Over long years, the monastery has drawn hundreds of dark recruits to its hidden location, through both whispered rumor and dark outreach to criminals seeking refuge from the law
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
to wreck the steering chamber, Esclarotta triggers the alarm rune. Blagothkus (see appendix D) arrives 3 rounds later with two ogres (his stewards) in tow. If Blagothkus dies aboard the castle, his
. Repairing the control mechanism requires a long period of extremely difficult and expensive work, though a wish spell could accomplish it. Developments The castle might crash, depending on the actions of