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Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
of an illithid tadpole in the brain of a humanoid host. After about seven days in its new home, the tadpole transforms its host into a mind flayer. The new creation typically retains no memory of its
previous existence.
For reasons unknown, ceremorphosis can go awry when an illithid tadpole is implanted in the brain of a gnome. This deviation might be due to the quasi-magical nature of gnomes, or
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
the creation of an allip. Secrets protected in this manner range in scope from a demon lordâs true name to the hidden truths of the cosmic order. The creature acquires the secret, but the curse
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
, hairless warriors stands 15 to 21 feet tall and possesses a lust for magic, an inherited memory (composed of recollections from the souls sacrificed in their creation), and an insane hatred for
communicate with one another by means of a humming sound created by skin vibrations.
Seekers of Magic. Tomb tappers received their colloquial name from their habit of burrowing into the depths to plunder
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
the same name.
Collaborative Undeath
To become alhoons, mind flayer arcanists must cooperate in the creation of a periapt of mind trapping, a fist-sized container made of silver, emerald, and
trapping, but this is a dangerous proposition. Anyone who holds the periapt gains advantage on attacks, saving throws, and checks against the alhoons associated with its creation, and those alhoons in turn
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
good that even if some people you meet have heard of your homeland, they know merely the name and perhaps a few outrageous stories. You have come to this part of Faerûn for your own reasons, which
number of reasons, and the departure from his or her homeland could have been voluntary or involuntary. To determine why you are so far from home, roll on the table below or choose from the options
Halfling
Legacy
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Species
Basic Rules (2014)
among them usually venture into the world for reasons of community, friendship, wanderlust, or curiosity. They love discovering new things, even simple things, such as an exotic food or an unfamiliar
wide and wonder-filled world. For them, adventuring is less a career than an opportunity or sometimes a necessity.
Halfling Names
A halfling has a given name, a family name, and possibly a nickname
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
expect things of you when they know your surname and what it means. Your reasons for taking up adventuring likely involve your family in some way: Are you the family rebel, who prefers delving in
zzar or wine, and a purse containing 20 gp
FEATURE: KEPT IN STYLE
While you are in Waterdeep or elsewhere in the North, your house sees to your everyday needs. Your name and signet are
Gnome
Legacy
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Basic Rules (2014)
, enjoying every moment of invention, exploration, investigation, creation, and play.
Vibrant Expression
A gnomeâs energy and enthusiasm for living shines through every inch of his or her tiny body
most have half a dozen or so. A gnomeâs mother, father, clan elder, aunts, and uncles each give the gnome a name, and various nicknames from just about everyone else might or might not stick
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Descent into the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth
whom are 9th level. Give players who choose from these options time to read over their character sheets before starting the adventure. Premade Characters Name Species Class Cathartic Human Cleric
Dunil Halfling Rogue Ethelrede Human Fighter Flemin Dwarf Monk Rustle Berrydust Gnome Wizard Weslocke Tiefling Warlock Cathartic Fay Dalton View Character Sheet Downloadable PDF Dunil Fay Dalton
Elf
Legacy
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Basic Rules (2014)
might continue to use the child name. Each elfâs adult name is a unique creation, though it might reflect the names of respected individuals or other family members. Little distinction exists
time after the hundredth birthday, and before this period they are called by child names.
On declaring adulthood, an elf selects an adult name, although those who knew him or her as a youngster
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Character Creation If your players are creating 1st-level characters for this adventure, consider setting aside the first game session for character creation. That way, the players can flesh out their adventuring party together and come up with reasons why their characters are friends.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
Personal Reasons The characters seek the true name of a Fiend that has bedeviled them in the past.
Tabaxi
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
figure responsible for the creation of the tabaxi, gifts each of his children with one specific feline trait. Those tabaxi gifted with curiosity are compelled to wander far and wide. They seek out
relics, magical items, and other rare objects. Aside from the power such items might confer, a tabaxi takes great joy in unraveling the stories behind their creation and the history of their use
Species
Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
you have no memories except for a single name.
4
You were a necromancerâs undead servant for years. One day, your consciousness returned.
5
You awoke in an abandoned laboratory
perfectly preserved remains.
Lamordia. You awoke amid the bizarre experiments of an amoral scientist. They consider you their finest creation or have a task for you to fulfill.
Mordent. You emerged from the mysterious device known as the Apparatus, your body a lifeless shell and your past a mystery.
Species
Spelljammer: Adventures in Space
or the Astral Sea.
Giff are split into two camps concerning how their name is pronounced. Half of them say it with a hard g, half with a soft g. Disagreements over the correct pronunciation often
character is a member of the human race or one of the gameâs fantastical races. If you create a character using a race option presented here, follow these additional rules during character creation
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
has no proof that Mayastan is in danger, but the implications of her name appearing in The Canopic Being are alarming. Aâlai expects that the characters have their own reasons to investigate, having
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Characters from Siabsungkoh If players want to create characters from Siabsungkoh, consider asking them the following questions during character creation: What is your family known for? Are you
artisans, chefs, outcasts, or something else? What sort of reputation does your family have? What have you done or refused to do in the name of your family? Did this protect your family or yourself? Did
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
elf selects an adult name, although those who knew him or her as a youngster might continue to use the child name. Each elfâs adult name is a unique creation, though it might reflect the names of
name, typically a combination of other Elvish words. Some elves traveling among humans translate their family names into Common, but others retain the Elvish version. Child Names: Ara, Bryn, Del, Eryn
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
elf selects an adult name, although those who knew him or her as a youngster might continue to use the child name. Each elfâs adult name is a unique creation, though it might reflect the names of
name, typically a combination of other Elvish words. Some elves traveling among humans translate their family names into Common, but others retain the Elvish version. Child Names: Ara, Bryn, Del, Eryn
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
, adventurers traveling along a road or a trail might come across a tiny settlement consisting of a handful of homesteads built around an inn or tavern where locals gather. (If you need a tavern name, use the
Tavern Name Generator table in chapter 5 of the Dungeon Masterâs Guide.) Some location entries include a suggested encounter that occurs when the characters first arrive or shortly thereafter. You can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tashaâs Cauldron of Everything
became the friend and sometimes enemy of other famous adventurers, like Mordenkainen. In time, she ruled as the Witch Queen and later changed her name to Iggwilvâa figure of legend who is whispered
about, feared, and admired. Written for players and Dungeon Masters alike, this book offers options to enhance characters and campaigns in any D&D world, whether youâre adventuring in Greyhawk, another official D&D setting, or a world of your own creation.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masterâs Guide
Detailed NPCs Flesh out NPCs who play prominent roles in your adventures. You can use the accompanying NPC Tracker to record information as you determine these six elements of your NPC: Name Youâll
need a name for any NPC who plays a prominent role in your campaign. You can pick a given name and a surname from any of the accompanying tables; a name can include options from different tables. If
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
name. Personal Goal: Get Your Revenge. Someone in the Redbrands nearly got you killed, and you sure would like to know who it was. And then youâd like to take your revengeâon that person, on Glasstaff
world a better place. But you have no interest in causing suffering or making things worse than they already are. View Character Sheet Downloadable PDF
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
stolen for mysterious reasons. (True) 6 Grand Messer Amos Nir plans to retire imminently and will name his son, Azra, to lead the Kings of Coin in his place. (True)
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
âwhether for love or for social or political reasons, both of which are considered equally validâthey must choose which partnerâs clan they will belong to after the union. In rare cases, a new couple
individualâs clan name is spoken before their given name. The royal family is an exceptionâthey have no clan name, since it is expected that everyone should know them at first glance. Given names in Yeonido
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
Darklord and domain creation process in this chapter, with each new decision draw from the deck to help inspire your choices. Take note of the drawn cardâs name, physical orientation, and suit. A card drawn upside down represent the opposite of its original meaning.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurerâs Guide
are good that even if some people you meet have heard of your homeland, they know merely the name and perhaps a few outrageous stories. You have come to this part of Faerûn for your own reasons, which
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
. Members of the Arcane Brotherhood are notoriously brazen, which is why Vellynne does not balk at the thought of a confrontation with the Frostmaiden. If Aurilâs name comes up, Vellynne tries to allay
private collection of magic items. The professor orb known as Professor Skant was part of that collection, and Vellynne wants it back for both practical and sentimental reasons: âThe orb is a family
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masterâs Guide (2014)
typically includes the following material: Any restrictions or new options for character creation, such as new or prohibited races. Any information in the backstory of your campaign that the characters
starting, such as the name of the town, important locations in and around it, prominent NPCs theyâd know about, and perhaps rumors that point to trouble thatâs brewing. Keep this handout short and to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
Fey Curses Curses are common punishments among archfey and other powerful Fey creatures. An adventurer might be cursed for any number of reasons, a few of which are listed below: Offending a powerful
. Ending the Curse d12 Ending the Curse 1 You must carve your name into a tree, whereupon the tree inherits the curseâs magic and dies. 2 You must drink the blood of a pixie or sprite while basking in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richtenâs Guide to Ravenloft
The Oases Four oases hold all the water in HarâAkir, making them focuses of life among the domainâs people, beasts, and monstrous inhabitants: Muhar Oasis. The largest oasis shares a name with the
by rich deposits of limestone favored in the creation of monuments and tombs. A largely disused quarry nearby now shelters a community of recluses called Riverâs Shelter. All of the residents expect
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masterâs Guide
Euryale One card in the Deck of Many Things (see chapter 7) bears a personâs proper name, and the cardâs namesake, Euryale (YUR-ee-ale or yur-EYE-a-lee), is the subject of much speculation. Often
assumed to be a fearsome demigod (perhaps the first medusa) or the wielder of a destructive curse, Euryale is actually a key part of the story of the magical deckâs creation. After befriending a princess
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
deal.â If Diana discovers that the characters are investigating the carnival for their own reasons, she tells them how a hag made good on a promise to reunite Diana with her missing horse; however, due
repairs.â Riddle of the Carousel The carouselâs eight unicorns ride in pairs, and each unicorn wears a name tag on its bridle. Some of the names are legible, while other name tags are worn and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
build specialized workshops for those purposes. Arcane Workshop Adventures Characters might find their way to an arcane workshop for a variety of reasons. Some possibilities are outlined in the Arcane
been modified for use as a servant in the workshop. 5 Storm the workshop before the artificers complete a doomsday weapon. 6 Investigate the workshop for signs of the illegal creation of warforged. 7
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Nuitari, she watches over the people of Krynn from the heavens, conveying her power through the red moon that shares her name. She appears as a trickster figure in mythology, using her mastery of
illusions to fool gods and heroes alike. Reorx Reorx is the god of creation, inspiration, and artisanship, credited with creating the gnomes, dwarves, kender, and even Krynn itself. He invents new things that