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Acquisitions Incorporated
disadvantage on these saves if being charmed by Brahma is something the target openly or secretly desires. For 1 hour after the charm effect ends, the target has disadvantage on Intelligence, Wisdom, or
Charisma checks made as part of a contest with Brahma.Formally a former member of the “B” Team, Brahma Lutier is a gifted cartographer, spy, and troubadour. Tutored in at least the latter of those
Monsters
Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
of her station.
In her younger days, Esvele openly rebelled, but that behavior led to locked doors at night and house guards watching her every move during the day. So she taught herself how to pick
nobles she targets are made of sterner stuff, so Esvele has learned how to fight as well. She knows she's playing a dangerous game, but is satisfied that at least one member of the Rosznar family is earning the respect of Waterdeep's nobility.
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Eberron: Rising from the Last War
me in dreams, and at times her voice whispers in the silence of my mind. As long as at least one of my sisters is alive, Kashtai will survive — and as long as she lives, she will fight il
.
Kalashtar Quirks
1d10
Quirk
1
You try to understand the motives and feelings of your enemies.
2
You prefer using telepathy over speaking aloud.
3
You feel a strong drive to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
gingwatzims defend Korvala’s office. Were they guarding something else as well? Characters who choose this violent path might never uncover the pack’s motives, but they can find the real Mazfroth’s Mighty
loyalty, Nidalia won’t betray her allies.
Restitution Even if the motives of the Amberdune Pack are revealed, the party might not excuse the jackalweres for their actions. If characters insist on bringing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
using knowledge to win the day over brute force. However, as the Cult of the Dragon grows more brazen and destructive, the Harpers are forced to act more openly in their opposition. If the characters
without arousing suspicion. NPC Harpers are the kinds of characters who consistently pop up when they’re least expected and most useful. If the characters need a safe house in a strange city, are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
using knowledge to win the day over brute force. However, as the Cult of the Dragon grows more brazen and destructive, the Harpers are forced to act more openly in their opposition. If the characters
without arousing suspicion. NPC Harpers are the kinds of characters who consistently pop up when they’re least expected and most useful. If the characters need a safe house in a strange city, are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
using knowledge to win the day over brute force. However, as the Cult of the Dragon grows more brazen and destructive, the Harpers are forced to act more openly in their opposition. If the characters
without arousing suspicion. NPC Harpers are the kinds of characters who consistently pop up when they’re least expected and most useful. If the characters need a safe house in a strange city, are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Brahma Lutier Formally a former member of the “B” Team, Brahma Lutier is a gifted cartographer, spy, and troubadour. Tutored in at least the latter of those vocations by Audra Courtier (wife of
each of its turns, ending the effect on itself on a success. It has disadvantage on these saves if being charmed by Brahma is something the target openly or secretly desires. For 1 hour after the charm
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
elder gods known only in legends. Its motives are incomprehensible to mortals, and its knowledge so immense and ancient that even the greatest libraries pale in comparison to the vast secrets it holds
language with the creature for it to understand your telepathic utterances, but the creature must be able to understand at least one language. Entropic Ward At 6th level, you learn to magically ward
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Rod of Seven Parts or the priests of Osybus. It can, however, give directions to the cultists’ ritual chamber (area D38) and describe their general motives: “We wish to impress our glorious lord
demeanor for this battle and openly rages at the priests, making careless tactical decisions amid the turmoil. Sarusanda’s Secret. After the battle, a character who asks Sarusanda what’s wrong is greeted
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
the faithful call themselves) are glad to be reanimated after death; at least they can do some good. Because of this association with necromancy, many believe the Blood of Vol embraces death and its
in Karrnath and the Lhazaar Principalities. For a time, it was the national religion of Karrnath. Though fallen from favor, the faith is still practiced openly in that nation.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
yugoloths’ presence insulting and their motives suspicious. The room has a flat, 10-foot-high ceiling. Although blood often flows from gaps between the room’s wall tiles (see “Regional Effects
all that matters to Aximus and Exekarus — at least until someone convinces the arcanaloths to switch allegiances. The arcanaloths’ attitude toward the characters is indifferent at the start, though the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
menace, ask for the check without revealing the DC.) The following modifiers apply to the check: Arcane spellcasters gain a +6 bonus. Characters who openly worship a deity associated with death gain
least convincing) praise for necromancy and for Thay’s twisted social order might earn a +2 or +4 bonus. Insincere praise, obvious hollow flattery, or outright hostility should invoke a penalty. Make
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
proper noble possible, partaking in lessons of etiquette, dance, and poise as befits someone of her station. In her younger days, Esvele openly rebelled, but that behavior led to locked doors at night
playing a dangerous game, but is satisfied that at least one member of the Rosznar family is earning the respect of Waterdeep’s nobility. Black Viper
Medium humanoid (human), chaotic neutral
Armor
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
menace, ask for the check without revealing the DC.) The following modifiers apply to the check: Arcane spellcasters gain a +6 bonus. Characters who openly worship a deity associated with death gain a
) check for each lie. (Don’t reveal the DC of this check.) Feel free to introduce additional modifiers based on specific arguments the characters present and their overall behavior. Sincere (or at least
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
adventure.) Questioning the Plasmoids The plasmoids are mercenaries and have no insight into the astral elves’ motives or plans. Even so, they can provide the characters with the following pieces of
information: The Dark Star’s cargo hold was packed with at least a hundred astral seeds, which were jettisoned one by one into the atmosphere of the party’s home world. (The plasmoids don’t know what the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
14. Base de Résistance These two chambers have been claimed by a drow mage named Rizzeryl, his summoned quasit minion, and eight wererats. At least for now, Rizzeryl and the wererats are staunch
informs them that servants of Xanathar will allow safe passage to anyone who openly brandishes Xanathar’s symbol (see below). Secret Compartment. Beneath Rizzeryl’s chair is a loose floor tile that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
courageous enough to challenge her superior openly. She also knows that she would have to impress her superiors in the City of Spiders for any such field promotion to become permanent. As such, Asha moves
benefits that came with both roles. Jorlan thought that Lolth favored him, or at least that his charms had deflected her malice, until he had the misfortune of a run-in with a black pudding on an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
for food. If the characters can figure out how the derro are getting surface currency and jewelry, Ylsa will provide the adventurers with directions for at least the next stage of their journey
“Themberchaud’s Lair”), but if the characters pursue the courier openly, he flees for the West Cleft District. Pursuing characters quickly lose sight of the derro as he vanishes into the crowd. See “Finding Droki
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
manner of tack, bridle, feed, and other goods necessary to keep up one’s horse. Most farms have farriers, or at least hands that can swiftly shoe a horse, and spare shoes all but litter the town
the nobility. Amphailans are by their nature suspicious of and quiet around folk who openly display wealth or status, having learned early in their lives that nobles are folk who like to throw their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
against being double-crossed, Istrid shared her plan concerning the characters with at least one other member of the Doom Raiders (see appendix B). If the characters betray or harm Istrid, her former
adventuring companions use every resource at their disposal to ruin the characters. The laws of Waterdeep discourage them from attacking the characters openly, but they can damage the party’s business by
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
take part in the snail racing, as the experience might prove useful in chapter 2 (see “Reaching the Bottom”). If at least half the characters participate in a snail race, the carnival’s mood rises by
the stands and along the racetrack warn that neither jockeys nor spectators may influence the outcome of a race by using magic or by harming other jockeys or snails. Any jockey who openly does so is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
sheer cliffs can be scaled, but only with a climbing kit, proficiency in the Athletics skill, and at least 300 feet of rope. The path is a much easier route to the top. It begins on the north side of
(see “Pterafolk Nest” below), and then to become her meals for several months. She’s not likely to attack them openly. She’d rather get them off their guard and pick them off one by one, as she did with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
Dragon Encounters Often, a dragon who is merely hungry is perceived as angry. The outcome for the observing creatures is the same, but I think it’s important to clarify motives.
-Fizban
Whether
directs at least one attack each round at such a character.
4 The dragon tries to drive the characters off by emotionally hurting or humiliating them—threatening something they obviously care about
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
is to express disbelief that the death curse has anything to do with Chult. If characters give a compelling argument or make a donation to the church of at least 25 gp, Zitembe agrees to “consult the
privately hired security agents patrolling it openly (guards) and undercover (spies). All of them work for the merchant prince Zhanthi, who has a monopoly on the jewelry trade in Port Nyanzaru.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
) check, a character can convince her to speak openly. Kara knows that Viallis is creating some sort of following, having attracted many admirers who now live in and around the village. She doesn’t know
least one day passes between the characters meeting Vecken and arriving in Greenfast, the cultists’ most recent expedition ended with the capture of the vengeful warrior. See area B11.) The cultists pay
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
overhears regarding the organization. If the characters talk openly about Dran Enterprises while Rakeem is anywhere in the tavern, he overhears them and alerts company operatives as to the characters
persuaded or intimidated into keeping anything he heard to himself — at least until the party leaves town. He might also be convinced to share what he knows with appropriate bribes or well-worded threats
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
adventurers goes badly. Any villain likely has at least one fallback plan. Take Hostages. Most adventurers wouldn’t be willing to attack the villain if they fear that the villains’ lackeys are about to
and evil. Even adventure villains are more often driven by human motives than by cosmic concepts of good and evil. People sometimes do evil things for good reasons. Exercise some caution when
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
. Malyk is associated with rebellion because when a wild mage’s true nature is revealed, the individual often has no recourse but to openly attack others and create chaos. Most other drow vie to receive
least pretending to. Selvetarm Drow regard Selvetarm as the Champion of Lolth and the patron of drow warriors. He is portrayed as an eight-armed drow that represents the epitome of fighting prowess
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
wagon wheel has just given out. Repairing Dabahl’s wagon takes at least 1 hour and requires a successful DC 18 Strength (Athletics) or Wisdom (Survival) check. The DC drops to 10 if the characters
not talk about Dran Enterprises too openly, and the characters are rebuffed or ignored during their initial inquiries. Eventually, though, the party is referred to Eriss (N female gnome commoner), said
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
, on the other hand, can be courageous and disciplined when they have a leader worth following. Borngray hopes to be that leader, at least to the small contingent of lizardfolk warriors he houses in
most of them bear up with reptilian stoicism. Snapjaw is one of the few who has suggested rebelling against the hated bullywugs and the cultists. He hasn’t done so openly, because that would invite
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
. The lowest check is the DC for the goblins’ Wisdom checks to notice the party. Developments If the goblins spot the characters (or if the characters approach openly), the goblins shoot arrows from
the ruined ceiling. Spotting the tripwire requires a passive Wisdom (Perception) score of at least 20, or a successful DC 10 Wisdom (Perception) check if characters are actively searching for traps in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
of gaming set or who succeeds on a DC 12 Intelligence (History) check can determine that the ghosts are playing Three-Dragon Ante with spectral cards. The game distracts them, at least temporarily
restore the cloud giants’ keep to its original glory, turning it into a flying fortress that he can ride into battle. If a character is carrying Zikran’s Zephyrean Tome openly, Zikran offers the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
courageous and disciplined when they have a leader worth following. Borngray hopes to be that leader, at least to the small contingent of lizardfolk warriors he houses in the castle and rewards with
reptilian stoicism. Snapjaw is one of the few who has suggested rebelling against the hated bullywugs and the cultists. He hasn’t done so openly, because that would invite retribution from the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
. An emperor might rule openly in dragon form, which discourages aggressive neighbors from provoking the dragon’s wrath. Often, though, dragons adopt a Humanoid guise to rule, constructing elaborate
), and create tales and hymns to stoke their deities’ egos. But other Humanoids might also feel (or at least feign) religious devotion to a dragon, sometimes even manifesting magical power as a result