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Appendix D: Premade Characters

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

Serving the Order

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

kind of adventures you undertake. Religious Service d6 Service 1 Smite Evil. You battle evil in your order’s name. 2 Fight for Freedom. You protect the downtrodden from the forces of oppression. 3

Serving the Order What is the nature of your work for the religious order? As a group, consult the Religious Service table and work with your DM to decide what role you play—which likely shapes the

Settlement Tables and Tracker

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

doom has residents on edge. 9 Locals are being drafted to fight in a war. 10 Political or religious strife threatens violence. 11 The settlement is under siege. 12 Scandal threatens powerful local

respected leader or council 12 Religious leader or council Tavern Names* 1d20 First Part Second Part 1 The Golden Lyre 2 The Silver Dolphin 3 The Beardless Dwarf 4 The Laughing Pegasus 5 The

Random Buildings

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

encounters distinct. Building Type d20 Type 1–10 Residence (roll once on the Residence table) 11–12 Religious (roll once on the Religious Building table) 13–15 Tavern (roll once on the Tavern table and

twice on the Tavern Name Generator table) 16–17 Warehouse (roll once on the Warehouse table) 18–20 Shop (roll once on the Shop table) Residence d20 Type 1–2 Abandoned squat 3–8 Middle-class home

Faction Agent

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

use by the faction’s operatives), haven keepers, and message drop minders, to name a few. At the core of every faction are those who don’t merely fulfill a small function for that

to one day rise to the top of my faith’s religious hierarchy. (Lawful) 5 Faith. I trust that my deity will guide my actions. I have faith that if I work hard, things will go well. (Lawful

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

religious significance. Most kobold sorcerers are of the draconic bloodline origin and specialize in either damaging magic (which can also be used in mining), augmentation (of materials or allies), or

, or typical behavior. For example, “Red Foot,” “White Claw,” and “Scurry” are Common translations of often-used names. A kobold might change its name when it

Detailed NPCs

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s 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 You’ll

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

Halfling Rogue

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 you’d like to take your revenge—on 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

Pious

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

finish a long rest. Religious Study. You have advantage on any Intelligence (Religion) check pertaining to your chosen god. Starting Piety. You begin with a piety score of 3 with your chosen god. Pious

Quirks d6 Quirk 1 I often call people by the name of my god (or another god) by accident. 2 I stay up late at night watching the stars in hopes that my god will share a message with

Life in Tletepec

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

cooperated survived and grew, so cooperation has become the central tenet in Tletepec. Offerings and Celebrations Offerings are an integral part of life and religious celebrations in Tletepec. Twice a year

eagle effigy whose burning signifies the offerings given and whose light represents the blessings from the gods. Watchers of the Ashes The Watchers of the Ashes are a religious coalition dedicated to

The Offering

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

he sees no need for outsiders to be involved in sacred matters. The archpriest dismisses his son’s concerns with a negligent wave, telling Glooglugogg that he must flow with the currents of the

, father,” the younger archpriest replies. “I accept your offering in the name of the Deep Father. May their blood nourish and strengthen him!” A burbling cheer goes up from the surrounding kuo-toa

Tieflings

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

Tieflings "The Chieftain Who Leads them," Thuel asked, "what do we know of him?" “His name is Kathrik Mel. He inspires tremendous loyalty in the barbarians, an almost religious fervor.” “He’s a

What Devils Want

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

to the devil or one of its subordinates. Fealty (Archdevils) Archdevils prize fealty almost as much as souls. One way in which a mortal can demonstrate fealty to an archdevil is to lead a religious

cult devoted to the archdevil or perform heinous acts in the archdevil’s name. A character can also enter into an agreement to serve the archdevil as a warlock. Such a character must take at least one

Divine Soul

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

distant but powerful familial connection to a divine being. Perhaps your ancestor was an angel, transformed into a mortal and sent to fight in a god’s name. Or your birth might align with an ancient

prophecy, marking you as a servant of the gods or a chosen vessel of divine magic. A Divine Soul, with a natural magnetism, is seen as a threat by some religious hierarchies. As an outsider who

Inside the Conclave

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica

will of the entire conclave. A voda is accessible to all the guild members in her care. You have regular contact with your voda, who knows your name and has a good idea of your interests, goals, and

, military and religious leaders in each vernadi regularly communicate with its members. Ordinary members of the conclave spend a few hours every day training with a military instructor and studying

Life in Akharin Sangar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

for higher education, especially in philosophy and literature. The city-state cautiously embraces progress, adopting developments in magic and science as long as they don’t contradict religious

considered taboo, and unauthorized missionary work earns the ire of the Brightguard. The nature of the Sunweaver and whether they’re a unique god or a regional name for another deity—like Dol Arrah or

Modes of Travel

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

Underdark, all water travel involves either rowing at 1½ miles per hour, or floating with prevailing currents at 1 mile per hour. Characters can work in shifts to row more than 8 hours per day, but

of light to see. THE DARKLAKE: GENERAL FEATURES The following features commonly apply to the Darklake region. Darkness. True to its name, most of the Darklake exists in pitch blackness. The only

Noteworthy Sites

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

its five major islands. Kalapang Kalapang, the largest community on the island of Malabulak, stands among verdant fields. The city is a blend of old and new, with ancient religious sites and relics of

Snakesong. It was once the holiest place in Dayawlongon, home to Bathalang Puno, a temple city nestled within the roots of a colossal banyan tree that shared the city’s name. That great tree was said to be

Step 5: Fill In Details

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

religious or other significance? Is it a name you chose for yourself? Create Final Details As you finish creating your character, consider whether you’d like to make up any other details about the

slots—on your character sheet. Name Your Character Choose a name for your character, and write it on your character sheet. The name can be whatever you like. Was it the name of an ancestor? Does it have

Step 5: Fill In Details

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

? Does it have religious or other significance? Is it a name you chose for yourself? Create Final Details As you finish creating your character, consider whether you’d like to make up any other details

number of spell slots—on your character sheet. Name Your Character Choose a name for your character, and write it on your character sheet. The name can be whatever you like. Was it the name of an ancestor

Background

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

from home at an early age and found refuge in a temple. 2 My family gave me to a temple, since they were unable or unwilling to care for me. 3 I grew up in a household with strong religious convictions

acquaintance, or someone I loved into religious service. 6 After encountering a true servant of the gods, I was so inspired that I immediately entered the service of a religious group. Charlatan d6 I became a

World-Shaking Events

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

. You can choose the type of leader or determine one randomly using the Leader Types table. Leader Types d6 Leader Type 1 Political 2 Religious 3 Military 4 Crime/underworld 5 Art/culture 6

Philosophy/learning/magic Political leaders are monarchs, nobles, and chiefs. Religious leaders include deities’ avatars, high priests, and messiahs, as well as those in charge of monasteries and leaders of

Magic Item Special Features

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

destined to play a key role in future events. 6 Religious. This item was used in religious ceremonies dedicated to a particular deity. It has religious symbols worked into it. 7 Sinister. This item is

linked to a deed of great evil, such as a massacre or an assassination. It might have a name or be closely associated with a villain who used it. 8 Symbol of Power. This item was once used as part of

Cleric

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

franchise needs, and the knowledge that your business plans are always the best ones. Because the gods would never let you down, right? Name a more iconic profession. I’ll wait. — Omin Dran Have

others than to make sure the value of faith is measured in gp. In addition to your franchise’s regular operations, you always keep a sideline going in religious paraphernalia, selling specialized signature

Campaign Events

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

, Overthrow. A dragon who is a political or religious leader might face a rebellion. Another dragon might even rise up to lead the freedom fighters. Extinction or Depletion. If dragons are on the verge of

have a dragon at its head—a shape-shifter dragon leading a thieves’ guild, perhaps, or a devout dragon stirring up zealots in Bahamut’s name. Discovery, Expansion, Invention. The discovery in question

Character Backgrounds

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

frontier town of Phandalin is resilient, but organized religious resources are scarce. Your temple in Neverwinter sent you to Phandalin to pray and offer communion with like-minded faithful. Charlatan

eager crowds. Folk Hero You may have humble origins, but you made your name as a hero in the wilds outside Neverwinter. You need new adventures, so you’ve set off for the frontier of Phandalin. Guild

Sloobludop

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

Sloobludop Population: 500 kuo-toa Government: The archpriest Ploopploopeen once ruled in the name of the Sea Mother, the goddess Blibdoolpoolp. He was recently challenged and displaced by his

sensibilities, constructing their “great city” as if it were underwater. Sloobludop simmers with religious fervor and sectarian tension. While many of the kuo-toa still worship the goddess Blibdoolpoolp, a

Worshiping Iroas

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

oath to win a battle in Iroas’s name and failing to do so is a great shame upon a warrior, thus such a promise is never uttered lightly. The fifth month of the Meletian calendar is Thriambion, named for

religious leaders—particularly those who have retired from athletic competition—warn of growing addicted to triumph. Ultimately, they teach, only Iroas can drink endlessly from the river of glory and suffer

Droaam

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

territory in their name. It’s sort of like Karrnath, except each of the warlords of Droaam is a horrifying monster. We were traveling through the territory of the Prince of Bones, an ancient troll

grow larger and more organized every day, and the rest of Khorvaire is uneasy with the potential power of a fully realized Droaam. The monsters that inhabit Droaam retain their racial subcultures. Most worship the Dark Six, but other religious traditions flourish as well.

Tracking Time

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

the phases of the moon (or moons)? Do strange and magical effects occur at the same time as these phenomena? Religious Observances Sprinkle holy days throughout your calendar. Each significant deity in

, is inserted into the calendar after Midsummer every four years, much like leap years in the modern Gregorian calendar. Month Name Common Name 1 Hammer Deepwinter Annual holiday

Xaos

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

how to pronounce the town’s name. Xaos has no consistent ruler. The town’s sovereign fluctuates, chosen at random by a diadem of shifting crystals that appears atop the current ruler’s head. The crystal

that resist the town’s volatile nature—nothing remains for long. Most homes and businesses are owned by githzerai, sculpted from currents of instability into ordered redoubts: towers of latticed

Gods of the Yuan-ti

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

. Many of the cults devoted to these lesser gods are unique to a particular city, and followers of the three main yuan-ti deities usually consider these religious practices quaint rather than

grants spells to his clergy in response to their invocations. Rousing him for advice or direct intervention is possible, but requires many ritual murders to be performed in his name, and his return

Hidden Rune

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

the overall history of giants. Unlike various religious groups among giants, such as the destructive priests of Surtur and the hopeful followers of Iallanis, the giants of the Hidden Rune do not

giants can be persuaded to share it. 6 An agent of the Hidden Rune steals an important artifact and flees to another world, but the adventurers have a chance to follow. There’s a myth behind the name of

Locations in the Styes

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

government in name only. Today, the four councillors who run the district spend most of their time in their own homes and businesses. A small staff of clerks works here, and the councillors hold town

that the tower is haunted by devils and contains a portal to the Nine Hells. 10. Mortuary The lack of a strong religious presence in the Styes means that the task of dealing with the dead falls to the

Session Zero

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

trust. This shared acquaintance could serve as a patron for the party—perhaps a representative of an organization (an academy, a criminal syndicate, a guild, a military force, or a religious order), a

: Starting Location Details. Your players need basic information about the place where the characters are starting, such as the name of the settlement, important locations in and around it, and prominent

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