noble contacts revealing pdf

Dimir Operative

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

. You can choose your secondary guild or roll to determine it randomly. This secondary guild membership determines a portion of your starting equipment and is also where most of your contacts come from

Traits d8 Personality Trait 1 I’m good at hiding my true thoughts and feelings. 2 When I’m in doubt about revealing something, I assume it’s a secret, and I

Faceless

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

unidentifiable as your true self. By removing your disguise and revealing your true face, you are no longer identifiable as your persona. This allows you to change appearances between your two personalities as

part of them expressed to an extreme. To define a persona, feel free to choose characteristics from other backgrounds, particularly folk hero, hermit, or noble. For the person behind the persona, the

Carousing

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

noble visiting from a distant city. Resolution. After a workweek of carousing, a character stands to make contacts within the selected social class. The character makes a Charisma (Persuasion) check

expenses, or 50 gp for the middle class. Carousing with the upper class requires 250 gp for the workweek and access to the local nobility. A character with the noble background can mingle with the

Ready Accomplices

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Ready Accomplices Characters readily win contacts among Borca’s nobility, since the elite seem easily charmed by the adventuring life. Friendly nobles soon embroil new acquaintances in their schemes

, asking characters for favors meant to prove friendship or trustworthiness. These requests typically play into characters’ action-first inclinations and gradually add up, giving the noble knowledge they can later leverage however they please.

Urban Bounty Hunter

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

. What’s more, you aren’t alone, as a bounty hunter in the wild would be: you routinely interact with both the criminal subculture and other bounty hunters, maintaining contacts in both

the doings of thieves’ guilds and street gangs. You might be a “velvet mask” bounty hunter, one who blends in with high society and noble circles in order to catch the criminals that

After the Ashes

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

After the Ashes Once Navid is captured or otherwise dealt with, the characters can return to Artavazda at the Brightguard’s headquarters—the Noble Jewel, near Three Sun Square. If the characters

downfall puts the pari’s mind at ease, and Artavazda rewards each character with a pink diamond worth 500 gp. If the characters abandon Artavazda’s mission or agreed to aid Laleh, she soon contacts them

Morley's Debt

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

Morley’s Debt In a settlement somewhere close to Uskarn, a merchant named Davus Raal (LN male half-elf noble) contacts the party with an offer of employment. Raal offers a bounty if the characters

Q29. Northwest Guest Room

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

from the double doors stands a tall wardrobe, its doors hanging open, revealing a dark and empty cavity. The only other piece of furniture is an overstuffed leather chair that faces the hearth. The portrait depicts the silver dragon Argynvost in its guise as the human noble Lord Argynvost.

Waterdeep

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

. Some merchants have termed Waterdeep “the best supply center in the world,” with the largest collection of superb craft workers, experts, useful contacts, and potential hirelings to be found anywhere

. Others warn that it represents a huge army of potential enemies for those who aren’t careful — and everyone agrees that its busy streets are full of spies. Waterdhavian noble families and guilds hold

Starting the Adventure

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

you’ll need a job that will help you prove your worth. Today is your lucky day. This afternoon, you received a brief note from one of your contacts: “I heard today from someone who is looking for

the characters to identify or discover personal connections that might link them, such as common acquaintances or contacts, a shared background, or living in the same neighborhood. Once the characters

Urban Bounty Hunter

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

instincts. What’s more, you aren’t alone, as a bounty hunter in the wild would be: you routinely interact with both the criminal subculture and other bounty hunters, maintaining contacts in both areas

doings of thieves’ guilds and street gangs. You might be a “velvet mask” bounty hunter, one who blends in with high society and noble circles in order to catch the criminals that prey on the rich

Crystal Dragon Treasures

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

dragons also see amassing such wonderful hoards as a way to attract new friends to the remote locations they inhabit. Crystal Dragon Art Objects d12 Object 1 An armillary sphere revealing the

the night sky of some other Material Plane world 8 A magnificent fresco depicting a noble court in the Feywild 9 Alabaster panels etched with unusual glyphs, designed to be hung in

Varrin's Proposition

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

Varrin’s Proposition Varrin Axebreaker (lawful good, dwarf noble) contacts the characters to enlist their aid in retrieving the key. Varrin’s braided hair and beard are black with streaks of gray. He

Amphail

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

Amphail or Waterdeep before the purchase, like most of the mysterious matters in Amphail, may have the secret backing of one noble house or another. My contacts say the Oglyntyrs have petitioned the

under a century ago, thanks to the maneuverings of the noble families that control its lands. Where once it was simply an example of the extent of Waterdeep’s reach, Amphail became the playground of that

Varrin's Proposition

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Prisoner 13

Varrin’s Proposition Varrin Axebreaker (lawful good, dwarf noble) contacts the characters to enlist their aid in retrieving the key. Varrin’s braided hair and beard are black with streaks of gray. He

Crime

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

noble 25 1,000 gp, robbery of one of the richest figures in town Complications. A life of crime is filled with complications. Roll on the Crime Complications table (or create a complication of your own

d8 Complication 1 A bounty equal to your earnings is offered for information about your crime.* 2 An unknown person contacts you, threatening to reveal your crime if you don’t render a service.* 3

Vladeska Drakov

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

went on the offensive. One by one she attacked her former benefactors, burning villages, pressing citizens into service, and impaling anyone with a drop of noble blood. Though it took years, Drakov

revealing to anyone that each zombie bears the familiar, rotting face of an innocent her soldiers once put to the sword.

Ruz Bazaar

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

-aged merchant (neutral, halfling noble) and the proprietor of a sizable black-market business. If the characters enter his shop, read the following text: The cramped, musty shop is filled with ornate

smuggling business is dwindling, as his contacts fear provoking Atash or believe there’s no money to be made in the isolated city. Emad recently received a strange samovar from a treasure hunter in the

Background

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

stabilized, his ambition kept expanding. Years ago, his contacts in the southern jungles reported that he could monopolize trade in rare spices and herbs by making heavy investments in the area. Aubreck

. Fifteen days ago, Aubreck received word that Emperor of the Waves had been spotted adrift in the southern sea, apparently a ghost ship. The noble promptly used a sizable chunk of his savings to hire a

Traditionalists

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

pose as merchants and rely on their local contacts to move goods through the region without interference from the town guard or royal agents. Smuggling has long been an easy way to make money in

turned a blind eye to their troubles. Their loyalty to the king runs second to their desire for peace and quiet. Eda Oweland Eda (CG female human noble) is the current senior member of the town

Build Your Group

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

comes in. A high Intelligence benefits this character, as does proficiency in skills such as Insight and Investigation. Masterminds often come from backgrounds such as acolyte, noble, or sage, that

relies on interpersonal skills and a network of contacts falls into the role of the Talker. Charisma proves useful for this role, along with proficiencies in skills such as Deception, Intimidation

Conversing with the Emperor

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

Conversing with the Emperor With a few imperious words, the White Jade Emperor (lawful neutral, hill dwarf noble) dismisses everyone except his guards. As the crowd disperses, Secretary Wei remains

the adventure, claiming that she sought to protect not only the emperor but the stability of the empire. She’ll go on to calmly answer any questions the characters have, revealing any details from the

Campaign Characters

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

might appear in the campaign. Should these background characters become important to the campaign, work with the player to develop them in detail. Revealing a character’s lost sibling or childhood

characters’ tavern out of business. Another might use the tavern as the setting for a murder mystery. Downloadable PDF

Ancient Being

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

scroll. Research. Relying on an ancient being’s network of contacts, the being’s vast collection of lore, or perhaps the being’s direct teaching helps you unearth hidden secrets. If you can contact

, local official, or noble. 2 Back-Room Dealers. An exclusive area in an otherwise-ordinary establishment requires a password or token to gain entry. There you meet and communicate with shadowy agents of

12. Red Wizards' Room

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

reveal the depths of the connections between the Red Wizards (at least those friendly to Rath Modar) and the cult. The characters also find other letters from Thay revealing that clearly some Red

Wizards are not nearly as keen on the cult’s plans. If the characters deliver these letters to Leosin Erlanthar, Ontharr Frume, or one of their other contacts in organizations opposed to the Red Wizards

Guild

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

experts share contacts, exchange resources such as materials or tools, and leverage their collective influence to affect politics for their benefit. Alternatively, merchants and other business owners

existing enchanted items and might be willing to buy or trade adventurers’ spoils. 4 Moneychangers. These merchants deal in all forms of currency, acting as bankers, loan agents, and crucial contacts for

12. Red Wizards' Room

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

between the Red Wizards (at least those friendly to Rath Modar) and the cult. The characters also find other letters from Thay revealing that clearly some Red Wizards are not nearly as keen on the

cult’s plans. If the characters deliver these letters to Leosin Erlanthar, Ontharr Frume, or one of their other contacts in organizations opposed to the Red Wizards and the Cult of the Dragon, award the

Conclusion

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

entering the temple (“I serve the Black Earth”). Although they know of the prophet, neither halfling has met Marlos Urnrayle. The corrupted Nettlebees’ main contacts are Hellenrae in the Sacred Stone

Monastery and, to a lesser extent, Miraj Vizann, the “mud sorcerer” in the Temple of the Black Earth. Journals, letters, and transaction records in Wiggan’s study link him to the earth cult, revealing

Criminal Syndicate

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

. Revealing a safe house, whether purposefully or by accident, causes you to lose favor with the syndicate and may see you banned from using them. Syndicate-Owned Businesses. The syndicate owns several

Backgrounds Burglar Criminal, Folk Hero, Noble, Outlander, Urchin Muscle Criminal, Entertainer, Outlander, Sailor, Soldier Con Artist Acolyte, Charlatan, Criminal, Entertainer, Noble, Urchin Cleaner

Seeking the Ritual Site

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

. These side trek missions might include stealing a magic item from a drow noble house, gathering unique fungus from a mind flayer’s garden, and other potentially deadly tasks. More information on Mantol

, but pockets of blue spellfire and the warping effects of planar energy can often still be seen in the area. The characters can make use of contacts from episode 3 to determine that agents of the Six

Planar Observatory

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

d8 Adventure Goal 1 A disguised dragon requests assistance repairing a damaged orrery within the observatory. 2 One of the character’s contacts is secretly the servant of a Chamber dragon observer

specifically target dragonmarked heirs, or start a popular movement that seeks to destroy the houses. 5 A royal advisor or prominent noble, secretly a servant of the Chamber, guides the leader in a

Faceless (New Background)

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

removing your disguise and revealing your true face, you are no longer identifiable as your persona. This allows you to change appearances between your two personalities as often as you wish, using one to

persona, feel free to choose characteristics from other backgrounds, particularly folk hero, hermit, or noble. For the person behind the persona, the one who truly strives to be faceless, consider a

Faceless (New Background)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer

themselves stymied by your disguise. Upon donning a disguise and behaving as your persona, you are unidentifiable as your true self. By removing your disguise and revealing your true face, you are no longer

, particularly folk hero, hermit, or noble. For the person behind the persona, the one who truly strives to be faceless, consider a distinct set of faceless characteristics. As a result, those with

Scarlet Brotherhood

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

Scarlet Brotherhood The Scarlet Brotherhood claims that the bloodline of its followers traces back to an ancient empire, the Suel Imperium, and their goal is to restore the old Suloise noble houses

pay well above market value for his goods, ensuring his popularity and dependence on Brotherhood contacts. The Brotherhood plans to surround him with their advisers and functionaries to ensure that

Temple Crypts

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

, revealing another room once hidden behind a secret door. The small room is strewn with shattered pottery, a broken chest of empty drawers, and a moldering pile of clothes. A successful DC 12

east walls. The north statue depicts an elf man reclining on a bench. The south statue depicts an elf woman doing the same—but the statue has been pushed aside, revealing an open doorway behind it

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