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Gith

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

bloodshed, Gith and her followers threw off the yoke of their illithid masters, but another leader named Zerthimon emerged in the aftermath of battle. Zerthimon challenged Gith’s motives, claiming that her

two races whose enmity endures to this day. What these tall, gaunt creatures were like before the mind flayers enslaved and changed them, none can say. Not even the original name of their race

Darkon

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

Darkon Domain on the Brink of Destruction Darklord: None Genres: Dark fantasy and disaster horror Hallmarks: Fractured realm, magical ruins, ongoing supernatural catastrophe Mist Talismans: Ashes of

strange shapes and figures within. What happens to the lands claimed by the Shroud is a mystery, and none who enter it return. Despite facing gradual annihilation, Darkon’s living population largely ignores

Conversing with the Emperor

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

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

the situation. The secretary flatly denies the accusation, claiming that Zhong Yin and the characters were sent on a scholarly investigation into the Old City, but stole relics from the site and

Singing Sands Adventures

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

they can sing to make the sand do what they want, but none of them can carry a tune, so they’re frustrated and ready to smash intruders to pieces. Wanderer’s Hope A cloud giant in an airship seeks the

Singing Sands, claiming the desert was once the seat of a powerful empire of giants. The giant wants the characters to distract creatures from the Elemental Fire Encounters table (see chapter 3

Thornwall Keep

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

.” Becklin smiles at the memory as she opens the box, revealing a round green shield. The box contains Ispin’s signature shield, a +1 shield carved with a scarred broadleaf tree and painted a mossy green

. The characters all recall hearing Ispin’s story of being given the shield by a unicorn in the far-off forest of Darken Wood. None can say if this is true or another of Ispin’s tall tales. Becklin gives

Vladeska Drakov

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

sacking of Yeivere changed her plans. During that city’s razing, Drakov’s mercenaries went a step too far. The Falcon’s Talons killed a unique soul during their slaughter. None can say who the soul was—a

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

Core Assumptions

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

claiming dominion over an aspect of the world, such as war, forests, or the sea. Gods exert influence over the world by granting divine magic to their followers and sending signs and portents to guide them

. The follower of a god serves as an agent of that god in the world. The agent seeks to further the ideals of that god and defeat its rivals. While some folk might refuse to honor the gods, none can

Adventures in Kalakeri

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

Kalakeri Adventures table when planning adventures in this domain. Kalakeri Adventures d10 Adventure 1 Bandits takes over the village of Neelakurinji, claiming Ramya or Arijani as their leader

a success, but none of the servants returned home. Their families entreat the characters to seek answers. 5 The rare ralvanji spice has miraculous medicinal properties, but by royal edict it is

3. Cyclopes' Pasture

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

a pair of cyclopes, but none of them are moving. They all appear frozen in time. As soon as any character advances into the area, the creatures here spring to life, with the sheep grazing and the

challenge, the stone that the cyclops threw splits in half, revealing a topaz gemstone inside. If the topaz is carried out of this area, either path leads the characters back to the sundial. If the

The Challenge

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

as the characters’ party, which could include other Rivals. If none of the characters have Rivals, students who were part of the opposing Mage Tower team in chapter 4 or from the “Fellow Students

information if they win Stealing a magic item or personal heirloom from a character’s lodgings Revealing embarrassing information, perhaps to the whole school, an instructor, or a Beloved Fabricating

3. Cyclopes' Pasture

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

a pair of cyclopes, but none of them are moving. They all appear frozen in time. As soon as any character advances into the area, the creatures here spring to life, with the sheep grazing and the

challenge, the stone that the cyclops threw splits in half, revealing a topaz gemstone inside. If the topaz is carried out of this area, either path leads the characters back to the sundial. If 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

Blade Bazaar

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

merchant constantly asks the opinion of a nonexistent twin brother, claiming that he is invisible. Ylsa’s Deal Ylsa Henstak is a female duergar member of the Merchant Council. She’s a canny caravan

from a displacer beast sewn into the hat’s crown. A large satchel hangs from his shoulder, and he’s always muttering to himself. Duergar merchants glare scornfully at this derro, and none will discuss

Baldur's Gate Today

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

monthly basis. None can possibly keep track of all the foreign traditions or the dangerous — sometimes outright evil — religious practices observed in the Outer City. As a result, Baldur’s Gate has widely

sail symbolized the web of secrets and intrigue that mark a pirate captain’s life. Today, some optimistic souls try to recast the seal, claiming its calm waters represent the city’s desire to remain a

Zariel's Wrath

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

Yeenoghu are fighting to claim Avernus for themselves, and Kostchtchie (assuming the characters released him in chapter 3) wants his hammer back. None of them can be trusted. Demon lords are savagery

described in the item’s description (see Appendix C). If released, Gargauth thanks the characters through tears of mirth. The pit fiend’s first act is to produce a contract out of thin air, claiming

Baldur's Gate Today

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

disbanding on a monthly basis. None can possibly keep track of all the cultural conventions or the dangerous — sometimes outright evil — religious practices observed in the Outer City. As a result, Baldur’s

ropes and canted sail symbolized the web of secrets and intrigue that mark a pirate captain’s life. Today, some optimistic souls try to recast the seal, claiming its calm waters represent the city’s

The Dead Three

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

worshipers are small in number, their resources have hidden depths. Since the time when the Bhaalspawn Sarevok plotted to start a war between Baldur’s Gate and Amn as a path to claiming Bhaal’s power

, though — a faux pas none would ever admit. As a result, the Manorborn neighborhood’s politically active Guild kingpin is known only as the Whiskey Lady. Mike Schley Map 6.2: Baldur’s Gate View Player Version

The Dead Three

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

worshipers are small in number, their resources have hidden depths. Since the time when the Bhaalspawn Sarevok plotted to start a war between Baldur’s Gate and Amn as a path to claiming Bhaal’s power

, though — a faux pas none would ever admit. As a result, the Manorborn neighborhood’s politically active Guild kingpin is known only as the Whiskey Lady. Map 6.2: Baldur’s Gate View Player Version

Zodiac Phenomena

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

peers through an observatory’s telescope. The clouds break, revealing the stars above. A creature casts a divination spell. On nights when I’m feeling especially lonely, I’ll search the sky for that

the sky. Whenever the characters are outdoors and become embroiled in combat in the region, one or more knights descend from the sky to help them, provided none of the characters is evil. Each round on

G. Tser Pool Encampment

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

tent, revealing a low table covered in a black velvet cloth. Glints of light seem to flash from a crystal ball on the table as a hunched figure peers into its depths. As the crone speaks, her voice

. Treasure For each Vistani tent or wagon that the characters search, roll once on the following table to determine what treasure is found: d20 Treasure 1–10 None 11–13 Sack of 100 ep (each coin stamped

Membership

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

bad things in the world are proof that the world is unraveling—and most importantly, none of it is your fault. Those drawn to this message are called aspirants. Each aspirant meets regularly with an

Heralds of the Comet are called hierophants—literally “revealers of the sacred”—because of their role in revealing the All-Consuming Star to initiates. The archierophant of the Heralds of the Comet is

Travel

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

journey otherwise works the same as described in the rest of the “Travel” section. Downloadable PDF Weather During each stage of the characters’ journey, you can determine what the weather is like by

memorable. Weather 1d20 Temperature 1–14 Normal for the season 15–17 1d4 × 10 degrees Fahrenheit colder 18–20 1d4 × 10 degrees Fahrenheit hotter 1d20 Wind Precipitation 1–12 None None 13–17 Light

Factions

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

is responsible for resurrecting Castle Naerytar and claiming it for the Cult of the Dragon (in name only; she considers it her personal property), an elf Wearer of Purple named Dralmorrer Borngray

guards still challenge them to ask who they are and where they’re going (in fractured pidgin Common if none of the characters speak Bullywug). They just don’t assume that every stranger is an enemy and

A Long History (in Brief)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

stockade to protect the settlement around the harbor, claiming rule over the town that by then was being called “Nimoar’s Hold, the Town of Waters Deep.” War between orcs and elves in lands farther north

them to the castle, flames roared and crackled in the empty warlord’s throne at Ahghairon’s bidding, so that none could sit there. Then, when the gathered host of worthies met in the audience chamber

Factions

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

is responsible for resurrecting Castle Naerytar and claiming it for the Cult of the Dragon (in name only; she considers it her personal property), an elf Wearer of Purple named Dralmorrer Borngray

to ask who they are and where they’re going (in fractured pidgin Common if none of the characters speak Bullywug). They just don’t assume that every stranger is an enemy and attack on sight. Lizardfolk

Dimensional Caverns

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

you all! Because what else am I good for? No one cares!” If none of the characters understands Deep Crow, a successful DC 15 Wisdom (Insight) check detects a note of self-recrimination in the

creature’s savage caw. At the same time, as the ancient deep crow swoops around or a character’s fireball spell catches the edge of the nest, more parchments might dislodge, revealing underlined passages

29. King Melair's Lost Tomb

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

while trapped in their statues. The glabrezu makes telepathic contact with one character at random, congratulating that character on making it this far and claiming to have the knowledge and power to

members in turn. If it realizes none of the characters can be swayed, it screams vile epithets and vows to destroy them whenever it is set free. 29e. Hidden Alcove A secret door in the back wall of the

The Sinkhole

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2

caverns and forgotten storerooms before connecting with the Black Lake. None of the monsters that inhabit the complex regularly visit this place. The black dragon Nightscale sometimes swims through

formerly used the large chamber beyond as a storeroom. The door gives way grudgingly, revealing a low chamber of dressed stone. This chamber is filled with what appears to be rotten food—barrels of

Merchants' Ward

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

fountains, fans, and kinetic sculptures. None of the merchant princes is likely to meet player characters who show up unannounced at their doors unless the characters did something noteworthy (such as

resembles an unblinking eye, staring skyward. A deity devoted to revealing the truth might seem to have a weak draw in a city of merchants, but Savras was widely worshiped in Chult long before the

Presto

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Uni and the Hunt for the Lost Horn

Presto 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

(round up), and none of the slots can be level 6 or higher. For example, if you’re a level 4 Wizard, you can recover up to two levels’ worth of spell slots, regaining either one level 2 spell slot or two

Sigil Encounters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel

cruel existence. The Mind’s Eye disagrees with both of the others, claiming that the gods are legitimate and that every individual can become one. True potential lies within; it’s an ingot waiting to

afterward, a spectator in the crowd approaches the characters as a representative of that faction and invites them to the faction’s headquarters. None of You Are Right. If the characters conclude that no

Court of Orestes Locations

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

examines the rock formation quickly realizes it’s a door. Opening or otherwise investigating the door knocks free the dirt encrusting it, revealing an ancient etching of a phoenix wearing a mask rising from

. Then the illusion vanishes, revealing the mosaics’ actual state. 3. Viewing Room Grave niches and alcoves holding funerary urns line the walls of this chamber. The ceiling in the northern part of the

Dock Ward

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

might have heard that much of this ward is set up as safe houses, meeting places, and fronts for a variety of criminal organizations, including the Xanathar Guild and the Zhentarim. None of these

entrance, he looks up at you and grins, revealing his last few remaining teeth. But even as he opens his mouth as if to speak, a pair of meaty gray arms emerge from the alley entrance and yank him into the

Eye in the Sky

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

. The trial requires magical talent but carries none of the dangers of the Test of High Sorcery. It provides a foundation for the real test. The goal is to complete the challenge presented in the room

the characters are ready, Rovina opens a door, revealing a portal filled with swirling amber light. She directs anyone intending to face the trial to enter the portal together. If a single character is

Yun Dynasty Ruins Locations

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

(Investigation) check notices that one of its bronze orbs is missing. This portion of the throne is in area Y6. If it is returned to the throne, the platform holding the throne slides aside, revealing a 10-foot

the scholar is clearly focused on recovering something other than the diaries. If none of the characters notice Zhong Yin’s strange behavior, the scholar curses upon inspecting the potions and flasks

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