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financial recompense. These cunning serial killers and mass murderers remain a step ahead of investigators, at least until the cultists’ zealous bloodlust overwhelms their senses.
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ways. Cultists who receive orders from their patron god directly are often the most ambitious and most dangerous.
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
appreciation for the finer things!
— Volo
Goblins occupy an uneasy place in a dangerous world, and they react by lashing out at any creatures they believe they can bully. Cunning in battle and
the fringes of a society first test its defenses by stealing objects, and if these crimes go unpunished, they begin stealing people.
Enslaved creatures receive the worst treatment the goblins can dish
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
character’s chance of success. A player shows exceptional creativity or cunning in attempting or describing a task. Previous actions (whether taken by the character making the attempt or some other
attention to what’s ahead of him. This imposes disadvantage on the wizard’s ability check. However, the ogres are readying a portcullis trap and making a lot of noise with a winch, which could grant
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Kenku Flightless, Noise-Mimicking Avian Habitat: Forest, Planar (Shadowfell), Urban; Treasure: Implements, Individual Kenku are birdlike folk who once soared the skies and sang enchanted songs, but a
supernaturally re-create vast varieties of noises, from crying babies to running water and short phrases in others’ voices. Cunning kenku use their mimicry to deceive foes, lure creatures into ambushes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Locathah Rising
strewn about the floor of the cabin.
This area is occupied by three drowned ascetics. As they don’t have anything to do until they receive orders from the drowned master, or directly from Gar
the threat until they’ve disturbed the creatures by making noise or by pulling back the blankets under which they lay. Characters who are aware of the undead, or that want to remain undetected in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
, the elves are hesitant to attack possible guests of Neronvain or Chuth, but they remain suspicious. The elves are terrified of Chuth, and the cunning dragon has convinced them that he will free them in
shrine. Characters who pray for her assistance in fighting the dragon can receive a boon at your discretion, including water breathing, bless, or other useful spells.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
, the elves are hesitant to attack possible guests of Neronvain or Chuth, but they remain suspicious. The elves are terrified of Chuth, and the cunning dragon has convinced them that he will free them
shrine. Characters who pray for her assistance in fighting the dragon can receive a boon at your discretion, including water breathing, bless, or other useful spells.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Lingering fog 11–12 Noise and smoke from smithies and forges 13 Canals and bridges 14 Cliffs on one or more sides 15–16 Clean streets and well-maintained buildings 17–18 Ancient ruins within the settlement
1d20 Type 1 Pawnshop 2 Apothecary 3 Grocer 4 Delicatessen 5 Potter 6 Undertaker 7 Bookstore 8 Moneylender 9 Armorer 10 Chandler 11 Smithy 12 Carpenter 13 Weaver 14 Jeweler 15 Baker 16 Mapmaker 17 Tailor 18 Ropemaker 19 Mason 20 Scribe Olga Drebas Joy Ang Downloadable PDF
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
ago. Anyone listening carefully hears a bellowing noise, though (no check required). The cult keeps two wyverns in the stable; sometimes, they unleash a wyvern-sized roar. Cracked sheep bones and a
under the Cult of the Dragon’s nose, divide 4,000 XP evenly among the characters — more than what they would receive for slaying the wyverns.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
time ago. Anyone listening carefully hears a bellowing noise, though (no check required). The cult keeps two wyverns in the stable; sometimes, they unleash a wyvern-sized roar. Cracked sheep bones and a
under the Cult of the Dragon’s nose, divide 4,000 XP evenly among the characters—more than what they would receive for slaying the wyverns.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
“Terracotta Warriors” below). To steal Shagambi’s treasures, characters must move quietly. Advice from the Spirits Any characters inhabited by the spirits of Unkh or Wongo receive advice when entering
perfectly still and pose no threat as long as the tomb remains relatively quiet. If any character talks loudly, steps on a piece of broken pottery, or makes any other equivalent noise while in the tomb, read
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
goals — of which there are many — often still prefers to use trickery and cunning rather than the unreliable tools of honesty or brute force. Most Zil gnomes belong to the forest gnome subrace. Their
asked, you receive handsome rewards. 3 You’ve inherited a plot of land in Q’barra. If you don’t visit within a year, you’ll lose the claim. 4 Due to an unusual twist of Triumvirate law, you share the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
goals, you may still prefer to use trickery and cunning instead of relying on honesty or brute force. Zil gnomes typically use the forest gnome subrace. The natural illusionist trait is a part of
.
2 You have a mysterious contact who sends you missions via sending; when you follow their instructions, you invariably receive a reward.
3 You’ve acquired a plot of land in Xen’drik. You’ve
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Uni and the Hunt for the Lost Horn
Sheila Downloadable PDF Human Traits As a Human, you have these special traits. Resourceful. You gain Heroic Inspiration whenever you finish a Long Rest. Skillful. You gain proficiency in one skill
2: Cunning Action Your quick thinking and agility allow you to move and act quickly. On your turn, you can take one of the following actions as a Bonus Action: Dash, Disengage, or Hide. Level 3: Fast
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
this goal? What is a reward the character will be excited to receive that also moves them closer to their ambition? Use the answers to these questions to develop new character goals and to inspire
characters’ tavern out of business. Another might use the tavern as the setting for a murder mystery. Downloadable PDF
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
live as the gods demand. Rich fields and the bounty of the sea support most people throughout Meletis. The people have reputations for being accomplished weavers, skilled sailors, and cunning
of magic can’t earn the title without such a sign of divine approval. One mage might receive the gift of a spear from Heliod, another could receive a clockwork owl from Ephara, and still another might
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
their local kingpin. A kingpin might receive requests for help from citizens, asking for loans or dealing with unauthorized crime, such as a thieving neighbor. A kingpin tracks these favors and debts
, thieves’ cant
Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
Cunning Action. On each of her turns in combat, Nine-Fingers can use a bonus action to take the Dash, Disengage, or Hide action.
Dagger Thrower. Nine-Fingers adds
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
their local kingpin. A kingpin might receive requests for help from citizens, asking for loans or dealing with unauthorized crime, such as a thieving neighbor. A kingpin tracks these favors and debts
: 6 (1d4 + 4) piercing damage plus 7 (2d6) poison damage.
Bonus Actions
Cunning Action. Nine-Fingers takes the Dash, Disengage, or Hide action.
Reactions
Uncanny Dodge. Nine-Fingers halves the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
the same turn. Level 13: Versatile Trickster You gain the ability to distract targets with your Mage Hand. When you use the Trip option of your Cunning Strike on a creature, you can also use that
isn’t reduced to 0 by using Steady Aim. Level 13: Envenom Weapons When you use the Poison option of your Cunning Strike, the target also takes 2d6 Poison damage whenever it fails the saving throw. This
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
the main force engages the enemy. A cunning party should have the chance to take out numerous defenders, open the gate in area 1, and slay sahuagin leaders, possibly without ever raising an alert
makes any sort of noise greater than angry shouting and clashing arms — particularly noisy magical effects like fireball or thunderous smite. Reinforcements. As soon as the fortress goes on alert
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
. You might primarily attempt to convince others through charismatic arguments, or through force of will or intellectual cunning. You might lead by example, or by extolling the examples of other people
franchise party. Noteworthy Decisionists: Donaar Blit’zen (“C” Team), Kelshi Annab Essential Functions: Receive one extra vote on franchise matters; resolve interparty conflicts Position Proficiencies: In
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
war wagon laden with gold, gems, stout armor, and sharp weapons. Given the orcs’ propensity to rely on brute force rather than cunning, they can overcome only severely weakened dwarven strongholds
. Unfortunately for the dwarves, orcs seem to receive omens from Gruumsh bidding them to invade a stronghold just when it is wracked with plague, riven by infighting, or otherwise at its weakest. The all
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
noise of the collapse puts the creatures in areas C3, area C7, area C8, and area C9 on alert. C3: Archer Post This small room is littered with debris. The arrow slit opposite the door offers a fine
are always getting into fights, they don’t pay attention to noise in areas C2 or area C3. However, they’re quick to defend their tower if any intruders appear, or to respond to an alarm raised by the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
that stretch from her collarbone to her ankles. She surveys you with unimpressed eyes.
Prisoner 13 is a cunning schemer, ruthless and patient. She listens and watches, absorbing every detail she
, or just her right hand. If the characters are working for the Golden Vault, they know the organization would not approve of this method. The characters receive no reward from the organization if they kill or mutilate Prisoner 13.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Prisoner 13
that stretch from her collarbone to her ankles. She surveys you with unimpressed eyes.
Prisoner 13 is a cunning schemer, ruthless and patient. She listens and watches, absorbing every detail she
, or just her right hand. If the characters are working for the Golden Vault, they know the organization would not approve of this method. The characters receive no reward from the organization if they kill or mutilate Prisoner 13.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
nest, but any noise or light from a party descending the streambed wakes them. Each round after the characters enter the cave, 1d4 stirges wake and attack, until all are active. Treasure. On the floor
carrying any light sources or making a lot of noise when they enter, the troglodytes in the west and southeast chambers are alerted. As soon as any fighting begins, one troglodyte attempts to escape to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
damage from the falling rubble (half as much damage on a successful save). The noise of the collapse puts the monsters in areas 3, area 7, area 8, and area 9 on alert. Awarding Experience Points
hobgoblins are quartered in this room. Because their goblin neighbors are always getting into fights, they don’t pay attention to noise in areas 2 or area 3. However, they are quick to defend their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
away at the ice, breaking through it after 1 hour. (The more characters who help, the more quickly the ice is removed.) The noise is loud enough to attract the ice troll in area D9. If the characters
Captain Bluemoon was a cruel, cunning individual who ruled his ship through fear instead of respect. He had many enemies and few friends. The captain’s final journal entry reads: “That damned white
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
manage to get to this point without attracting the notice of the skum in area T3, those guards are alerted by any noise at the doors. T3. Ship’s Prow The ancient ship’s prow juts up from the foul
believable, Sgothgah offers and promises anything — because the cunning creature has no intention of ever delivering. All it wants is for at least three promising victims to come close enough to the pool
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
and a lot of noise. D5. Crane A narrow, rotting walkway with missing boards and no railing surrounds the rusting bulk of this ancient crane. The hull of the ship dangles from the crane’s arm, fifty
feel like a dangerous environment. The grate through which water flows into area D7 isn’t locked or trapped, but lifting it open creates a lot of noise unless someone makes a successful DC 15 Dexterity
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
striking the gong calls the disk to this level. Any such noise alerts the creatures in areas F14, F16, and area F17 that someone is here. F16. Emberhorn Den A blackened ogre skeleton stands against the
the ogre skeleton.
This room houses three Emberhorn minotaurs waiting to receive the “blessing of Imix” (the ability to breathe clouds of burning embers). The ogre was a minion of the earth cult
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
. (A gift from one family member to another doesn’t prove anything about the family’s largesse.) No cloud giant truly believes that it’s better to give than to receive; a family does so only with an
accounting, brewing, and medicine, are allowed to continue plying their trades. Skilled slaves receive better treatment, at least in the sense that an owner uses less force with a delicate tool, but as
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
noise, does not attract the attention of the guards in area 2. 2. Guard Room If the party has not alerted the guards here, lizardfolk are lounging on benches and talking among themselves. Modify the
.
Five lizardfolk are always on duty here. If the characters make any noise in the nearby corridor, one of the guards comes out to investigate. On seeing intruders, he shouts to his comrades and then
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
Reidoth makes camp when she visits Thundertree. Reidoth is an elderly human woman with long, white hair who doesn’t use two words when one word will do. Though she doesn’t receive many visitors, she is
cottage contains dusty furniture draped in webbing, but nothing of value. If the characters make a lot of noise in the cottage, the dragon hears them and prepares for a fight. Treasure. A broken, old
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
Goblins Goblins occupy an uneasy place in a dangerous world, and they react by lashing out at any creatures they believe they can bully. Cunning in battle and cruel in victory, goblins are fawning
by stealing objects, and if these crimes go unpunished, they begin stealing people. Enslaved creatures receive the worst treatment the goblins can dish out while still getting decent performance out of






