mortals smith with only are from for live

Aasimar

Species Player’s Handbook

to bring light, healing, and heavenly fury. Aasimar can arise among any population of mortals. They resemble their parents, but they live for up to 160 years and have features that hint at their

Aasimar (pronounced AH-sih-mar) are mortals who carry a spark of the Upper Planes within their souls. Whether descended from an angelic being or infused with celestial power, they can fan that spark

Oread

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

nymphs and convincing them to aid in creating phenomenal works. In some tales, a smith finds an oread and allows it to relish in the destruction of a novel or remarkable item. In recompense, the

oread provides the smith with materials drawn from the burning heart of the world, allowing the smith to create an even greater wonder. In more tales, though, a smith pursues an oread, then later the

Sea Spawn

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

recounted in dockside taverns tell of people lost to the sea—but not merely drowned and gone. Some unfortunates taken by the ocean live on as sea spawn, haunting the waves like tortured reflections

turtle;dragon turtles (morkoths appear in this book; the others appear in the Monster Manual)—all of these and more can mark mortals as their own and claim them as minions. Unlucky folk might

Graz'zt Legacy

Monsters Out of the Abyss

mortals would blush at the excess. Within Graz’zt’s lairs, followers, thralls, and subjects alike are forced to slake Graz’zt’s thirst for pageantry and pleasure. Lair Actions On

desires.” 21–40 “Anyone who doesn’t do exactly what I say doesn’t deserve to live.” 41–60 “Mine is the path of redemption. Anyone who says

Zariel

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

gruesome demon-slaying machines. To replenish her legions, Zariel needs the souls of mortals to create lemure;lemures, which she can then promote to higher forms of devils. She is keenly interested in

allows her mortal followers to live out their lives provided they continue to hone their talents to increase their value. As a result, Zariel’s servants are universally effective, disciplined, and

Aasimar Legacy

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

wounds, and unleash the fury of the heavens. Aasimar can arise among any population of mortals. They resemble their parents, but they live for up to 160 years and often have features that hint at their

Whether descended from a celestial being or infused with heavenly power, aasimar are mortals who carry a spark of the Upper Planes within their souls. They can fan that spark to bring light, ease

Genasi Legacy

Species Elemental Evil Player's Companion

, carry the power of the planes in their blood. The genasi are one such people, the offspring of genies and mortals. The Elemental Planes are often inhospitable to natives of the Material Plane

a planar convergence. Elemental energy saturates any creatures in the area and might alter their nature enough that their offspring with other mortals are born as genasi. Heirs to Elemental Power

Worshiping Purphoros

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

creations or his explosive anger. The Gift of Bronze. Long ago, mortals on Theros fought and hunted using weapons made of stone and wood. According to legend, it was a satyr smith named Tecton who

discovered how to refine copper ore and work it into tools and weapons. Purphoros, delighted, saw this as the mortals’ first tentative steps toward true craft. Some smiths, hastily copying Tecton’s

Aasimar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse

, ease wounds, and unleash the fury of the heavens. Aasimar can arise among any population of mortals. They resemble their parents, but they live for up to 160 years and often have features that hint at

Aasimar Whether descended from a celestial being or infused with heavenly power, aasimar are mortals who carry a spark of the Upper Planes within their souls. They can fan that spark to bring light

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

;Kurtulmak: God of Kobolds” sidebar). In the world they occupy, kobolds are often bullied and enslaved by larger creatures — or, when they live on their own, they are constantly fearful of

, they might build a warren and make a permanent home there, while continuing to expand the town’s sewers as the community grows. These so-called “city kobolds” live underground but

Heroic Drive

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

Heroic Drive The defining characteristic of a hero in Theros is their heroic drive—the force that impels them to live a life worthy of great epics. Ordinary mortals across the multiverse are driven

Gods, Celestials, and Fiends

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

always with you. The Sovereign Onatar guides the hand of every smith who knows how to listen for his voice, and Dol Arrah and Dol Dorn are active on every battlefield, guiding every soldier. This

their posts to fool around elsewhere. Exceptions do exist, such as the daelkyr and the Dreaming Dark, but by and large these natives of other planes are exclusively concerned with where they live. As

The Cogs

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

remarkable locations. For example, the Pool of Onatar’s Tears is sacred to the Sovereign of the Forge. The current caretaker is a warforged priest named Smith, who believes that Onatar has plans for

the warforged, and that the warforged and creatures of flesh are meant to live together. Most of the citizens of Sharn have never been to the Cogs. The area does house the bulk of the city’s warforged

Fate and Destiny

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

Fate and Destiny Two closely related concepts loom large in the way mortals think about their place in the world: fate and destiny. The idea of fate is that the course of each mortal’s life is

case of most mortals, it’s thought they plod along their predetermined path from beginning to end, carrying out the tasks appointed for them until they complete their journey to the Underworld. This

Purphoros

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

creatures are associated with him. When angered, he might appear as an enormous mass of lava, a blazing fire, or a volcanic eruption. Mortals who see Purphoros in one of those forms seldom live to tell about it.

, obsession, and the cycle of creation and destruction. As a forge radiates heat in the area around it, Purphoros’s influence provides inspiration to mortals. He makes exquisitely crafted objects almost

Auril's Everlasting Rime

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

Auril’s Everlasting Rime Auril’s decision to live among mortals is explained in appendix C. What the characters discover in the course of the adventure is that she’s unhappy and craves isolation. Her

Drow

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

Drow When the primal elves chose to take the forms of mortals, they were one people split by conflicting loyalty to gods who reviled each other. The schism led to a conflict that ended with Lolth

retreating to the Abyss and her adherents exiled to the Underdark. This banishment enabled the victors to once again live in peace on Arvandor but did nothing to heal the rift. The vanquished elves

Nylea's Influence

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

her, she might well wipe away all the poleis and larger communities, leaving only scattered tribes of mortals to live in an enforced balance with nature. She isn’t out to eradicate sapient beings

ushers each one in and out on schedule, but when angered, she might refuse to change to the next season, or even call upon one out of its proper time. Mortals pray to her to ward off unseasonable

Keranos as Campaign Villain

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

Keranos as Campaign Villain Because Keranos doesn’t readily concern himself with quandaries of good versus evil, it is easy to use him as a villain. The god might be driven by frustration at mortals

storm. Over time, the storm grows out of control. Keranos is delighted by his creation. 2 Dared by Phenax to prove that he can, Keranos inspires eight mortals with eight ingenious ways to destroy

Dragon

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

are brutish tyrants that leave devastation in their wake. Blue Dragons Blue dragons live along the ocean shore in cliffside caves, from where they scan the waves for prey that swims or flies into their

the rotation of constellations. For worthy sacrifices of food, wealth, or flattery, a dragon might share its interpretations of omens—either those it has witnessed or sights mortals relate to them

Hellwasp Nest

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

unpleasantly from the motion of the larvae gorging on their insides, creating the false impression that they still live. Because of this, the mere sight of a hellwasp nest has been known to drive

mortals mad. This entry describes a typical nest, such as the one Lulu is carried to from Haruman’s Hill. When the characters encounter their first hellwasp nest, read or paraphrase the following boxed text

Temples and Shrines

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

Middle Central is the heart of the faith, and most priests of the Host live in one of the Pavilion’s nine towers. Pilgrims often come to visit one of three particular sites. The Korranath in Upper Central

said to impart a blessing to any smith who bathes their hands in its waters. The Cathedral of the Cleansing Flame, Sharn’s largest temple to the Silver Flame, is located in Upper Central. Archierophant

Nymphs

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

live off the land, while others embody violent aspects of nature. In either case, nymphs generally avoid other sapient creatures, preferring to mind the cycles of nature, the daily interplay of wild

require food, drink, or sleep. Alseid (MAGALI VILLENEUVE) Alseid Touched with the golden light of the sun, alseids inhabit meadows, plains, and lands of cultivated natural beauty. Many live in

The Path of Light

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

The Path of Light The Path of Light We live in an age of darkness. We must find the path that leads to the light. Act with compassion and courage. Each noble act is a step on the path. Hone your

the Path of Light who believe in taking surgical action to eliminate sources of evil. Where followers of the Silver Flame believe that all mortals can be brought to the Flame, some who follow the Path

Spirit Naga

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

Spirit Naga Spirit nagas live in gloom and spitefulness, constantly plotting vengeance against creatures that have wronged them — or that they believe have wronged them. Lairing in dismal caverns and

ruins, they devote their time to developing new spells and enslaving the mortals with which they surround themselves. A spirit naga likes to charm its foes, drawing them close so that it can sink its

The Codicil and the Orb

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

concerns by pointing out the obvious: “Any god who chooses to live among mortals is hiding from something, and anyone who needs to hide can’t be all-powerful.” Professor Skant Vellynne’s family has a

Aasimar Guides

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

opportunities to the game. Remember, a deva lives in a realm of absolute law and good. The deva might not understand the compromises and hard choices that mortals must grapple with in the world. To the deva

, an aasimar is a prized student who must live up to high, sometimes inflexible standards. Angelic Guide d6 Name 1 Tadriel 2 Myllandra 3 Seraphina 4 Galladia 5 Mykiel 6 Valandras d6 Nature 1

Kenku Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

Treasure Hunter Haunted by an ancient crime that robbed them of their wings, the kenku wander the world as vagabonds and burglars who live at the edge of human society. Kenku suffer from a sinister

legitimate trades. These kenku adopt noises made as part of their craft. A sailor duplicates the sound of a fluttering sail, while a smith mimics the clanging of a hammer on metal. Non-kenku describe these folk by their trade sounds, such as Sail Snap, Hammerer, and Cutter.

Types of Hags

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

a certain area before returning home. Annis hags live in mountains or hills. The terrain is easy for them to navigate because they are the most physically capable hags. Even with her hunched posture

the annis hag appear in chapter 3 of this book. Bheur hags live in wintry lands, favoring snow-covered mountain peaks. They are gaunt, have blue-white skin, white hair, and are known for their gray

Mortals and Minions

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

both useful to the cause. Devils constantly strive to recruit mortals into their ranks by offering them rewards in return for their service. While they live, these cultists carry out the wishes of

cultists dedicated to one of the demon lords exist all across the realms of the material world. For as long as these mortals do the bidding of their lord, they are allowed to live. From a demon’s

Worshiping Nylea

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

Worshiping Nylea Mortals all over Theros pray to Nylea when they rely on hunting or nature’s whims for their livelihood. Her most ardent followers are satyrs, centaurs, humans (particularly those who

live in Setessa and in the wilds), and nymphs of all kinds, especially dryads. Few leonin worship any of the gods, but of those who do, many favor Nylea with their prayers. Nylea blesses those who

Champions and Heroes

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

Champions and Heroes The champions of the gods number among some of the most influential and inspirational figures in Theros. These mortals have personal relationships with the gods, potentially

create cultural touchstones and shape modern philosophies. They also embody the potential of mortals to be more than mere drops in the raging river of fate. Tales of heroes teach that greatness is

Aasimar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

, they can fan that spark to bring light, healing, and heavenly fury. Aasimar can arise among any population of mortals. They resemble their parents, but they live for up to 160 years and have features

Aasimar ALDO DOMINGUEZ Aasimar (pronounced AH-sih-mar) are mortals who carry a spark of the Upper Planes within their souls. Whether descended from an angelic being or infused with celestial power

Yuan-ti Pureblood Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

advancement and expanding their territory. They believed themselves to be the most enlightened mortals in the world, and in their hubris they sought to become ever greater. The serpent gods of the

live births aren’t uncommon. A mating between yuan-ti of different types almost always produces eggs that hatch into yuan-ti of the weaker parent, so most choose partners of the same type in the

Setessa's Surroundings

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

lions to get them ready to accompany Setessans in battle. Here men live and work alongside women, collectively training and caring for the animals that live here. Nessian Wood The vast wilderness of the

worthy mortals, blessing them with the long lives of mighty trees. The grown seedlings of Nikaia and Nylea’s other favored continue to share their wisdom and protect Setessa to this day.

D&D Beyond

Search Results