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Horrid Plant

Monsters Quests from the Infinite Staircase

Horrid Plant Varieties. A horrid plant comes in one of three varieties (choose or roll a d6;{"diceNotation":"1d6", "rollType":"roll", "rollAction":"Horrid Plant Varieties"}): 1–2, dew drinker

damage taken, and the horrid plant regains hit points equal to that amount. This reduction lasts until the target finishes a long rest. The target dies if this effect reduces its hit point maximum to 0.

Adult Topaz Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

actions at the start of its turn. Claw. The dragon makes one Claw attack. Psionics (Costs 2 Actions). The dragon uses Psychic Step or Spellcasting. Essential Reduction (Costs 3 Actions). The dragon

", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Essential Reduction", "rollDamageType":"necrotic"} necrotic damage. If this damage reduces the target to 0 hit points, it crumbles to dust.Decay and despair are bound up in

Ancient Topaz Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

spent legendary actions at the start of its turn. Claw. The dragon makes one Claw attack. Psionics (Costs 2 Actions). The dragon uses Psychic Step or Spellcasting. Essential Reduction (Costs 3

);{"diceNotation":"9d8", "rollType":"damage", "rollAction":"Essential Reduction", "rollDamageType":"necrotic"} necrotic damage. If this damage reduces the target to 0 hit points, it crumbles to dust.Decay and

Lizardfolk Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

skilled allies. Alien Minds The lizardfolk’s reptilian nature comes through not only in their appearance, but also in how they think and act. Lizardfolk experience a more limited emotional life than

notable deeds or actions. For example, Garurt translates as “axe,” a name given to a lizardfolk warrior who defeated an orc and claimed his foe’s weapon. A lizardfolk who likes to

Notable Kuo-toa in Sloobludop

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

Notable Kuo-toa in Sloobludop A number of important kuo-toa have the ability to influence the adventurers’ fate in Sloobludop. Prominent Kuo-toa Ploopploopeen (“Ploop”) Archpriest of the

that madness comes from an utterly alien mind-set. Although amphibious air dwellers, the kuo-toa still largely behave as aquatic creatures. Thus, much of what they do on land is a bizarre approximation

6. Meat Locker

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

wall. The leather comes from a variety of local animals and is badly cured. The curtain is several layers thick with no gaps, so you can’t see through it at all. This cavern is naturally cold. It

brushes through the curtain must succeed on a DC 10 Dexterity saving throw or take 5 (1d10) poison damage, and the target’s hit point maximum is reduced by 5. This reduction lasts until the target finishes

6. Meat Locker

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

wall. The leather comes from a variety of local animals and is badly cured. The curtain is several layers thick with no gaps, so you can’t see through it at all. This cavern is naturally cold. It hovers

through the curtain must succeed on a DC 10 Dexterity saving throw or take 5 (1d10) poison damage, and the target’s hit point maximum is reduced by 5 This reduction lasts until the target finishes a

The Balance

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

eternity. A third point of view exists, held by those who take both sides at their word and strive to make sure that neither outcome ever comes to pass. The adherents of this viewpoint refer to the

concept they espouse as the Balance, and they seek to maintain equilibrium across the cosmos above all. Mordenkainen and his compatriots are among its most notable devotees. Since a true appreciation of

Salvagers Wanted

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

Salvagers Wanted Aubreck has charged his half-orc butler Vertheg with finding a suitable band of adventurers for his urgent mission. Tall, lanky, and awkward, the butler is notable for the single

raising an alarm. Their plan is to clear out the ship, then lurk nearby to ambush anyone who comes to investigates the derelict. The sahuagin strike first at any sentries. Typically, 1d4 + 4 dwarves from

Demon Ichor

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

Demon Ichor Demon ichor is what remains behind after a demon dies. It’s a reduction of demonic blood, viscera, and bodily fluids with the consistency and odor of bile. Enough demons die in Avernus

demon ichor in rituals and to improve the performance of infernal war machines (as described in appendix B). When a creature comes in direct contact with demon ichor in Avernus, it must make a DC 10

Horrid Plant Varieties

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase

(1,100 XP) Proficiency Bonus +2 Horrid Plant Varieties. A horrid plant comes in one of three varieties (choose or roll a d6): 1–2, dew drinker; 3–4, purple blossom; or 5–6, snapper saw. This form

point maximum is reduced by an amount equal to the damage taken, and the horrid plant regains hit points equal to that amount. This reduction lasts until the target finishes a long rest. The target dies if this effect reduces its hit point maximum to 0.

Specter

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

at last. No such rest or redemption awaits a specter. It is doomed to the Material Plane, its only end the oblivion that comes with the destruction of its soul. Until then, it bears out its lonely

creature. Hit: 10 (3d6) necrotic damage. The target must succeed on a DC 10 Constitution saving throw or its hit point maximum is reduced by an amount equal to the damage taken. This reduction lasts

Diana

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

Diana 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

, Piercing, or Slashing damage, you can take a Reaction to reduce the attack’s total damage against you. This reduction equals 1d10 plus your Dexterity modifier and Monk level. If you reduce the damage to 0

Hank

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

Hank 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 of

to it, you can reduce its Speed by 10 feet until the start of your next turn. If the creature is hit more than once by weapons that have this property, the Speed reduction doesn’t exceed 10 feet. Vex

Arrival

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

Port Nyanzaru. Some of its notable features are described hereafter: Medium and Large dinosaurs are used as beasts of burden to haul two-wheeled carts, to hoist heavy loads on cranes, and to tow

traditionally include a walled yard or garden. All the city’s water comes from rain, so every building has a cistern or wooden barrels to catch water running off the roof. Every public square is built around a

L14. Study

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

croak the book’s title in Elvish. Notable tomes include the following: All Things Sticky, Slippery, and Sweet, written for children, illustrates and describes substances that would fascinate them, such

as an octopus! Granny Nightshade Any character who can rightfully claim this reward is better off not doing so, for it comes in the form of a potion that, if drunk, gives the imbiber a Strength

Barbarian

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

instincts are valuable, but there are plenty of primal forces in the world — including the unrestrained drive for wealth, power, and everything that comes with it. THE CORPORATE BARBARIAN

-woven turban from a master tailor of Calimshan 3 Soft leather boots with a notable personal symbol etched into the side 4 A pair of suspenders made from the hide of a displacer beast

Bard

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

power comes the great responsibility — of not being lame. When you use your spells and class features to denigrate your enemies into an early grave, you need to have a number of tried and true

. Notable Enemies d10 Enemy 1 A guard captain who was fired for failing to catch you after you flouted the law 2 A former master bard whose songs you stole and knowledge you plundered

26. Ancient Elven Tomb

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

changes direction to follow the sloped tunnel until it comes to rest in area 26c. The sphere can move through other creatures’ spaces, and creatures can move through its space, treating it as difficult

reduced by 15 feet. In the sloped hallway, this reduction lasts only until the end of the sphere’s next turn. If the sphere’s speed drops to 0 on a flat surface, it stops moving and is no longer a

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

moving on. Describe the journey as vividly as you like, but keep momentum by focusing on the most notable details that reinforce the desired mood. Visual aids can help set the scene for the characters

Slanty Tower

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

Common, “Psst. You there, I need your help.” The whisper comes from the basket that dangles from the top of the tower. If a character responds with anything louder than a whisper, a quick “Shush!” cuts

, two giant constrictor snakes lie together, asleep. Characters who have a passive Wisdom (Perception) score of 15 or higher spot the snakes, which can move through the brambles with no reduction to

Deathlocks

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse

, mage hand 1/day each: dispel magic, hunger of Hadar, invisibility, spider climb Deathlock Mastermind Though deathlocks exist to serve their patrons, they retain some freedom when it comes to

(1d8 + 2) necrotic damage. The target must succeed on a DC 13 Constitution saving throw, or its hit point maximum is reduced by an amount equal to the damage taken. This reduction lasts until the target

Glasya

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

devil, gender is insignificant. Devils can’t create new life through physical means; a new devil comes into being only when a soul is corrupted or claimed in a bargain, and the gender of the mortal

entitled by law to inherit his parents’ wealth but doesn’t want to murder them might ask for help, and Glasya’s agents provide it by arranging for them to die in an accident. A notable portion of

Inspiration

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

is consistent with the character’s personality trait, flaw, or bond. The character’s action should be notable in some way. It might drive the story forward, push the adventurers into danger, or make

a guarantee that it comes into play only when a player is faced directly by failure. Such an assurance makes risky tactics less daunting. A Reward for Victory. Some DMs prefer to play an impartial

Uthgardt

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

so much that they will attempt to kill and dismember spellcasters they meet. Tribal shamans are not attacked because their power comes from the spirits of their dead ancestors. (See appendix C for

more information on Uthgardt shamans.) Uthgardt hunt and forage for food. With one notable exception among the tribes, they don’t build houses or permanent settlements, preferring a nomadic lifestyle

Icewind Dale Quests

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

in this chapter. Whale Oil Acquisition Angajuk’s Bell quest (see "Angajuk’s Bell") Ten-Towners need whale oil to keep their stoves and lamps lit, and most of that oil comes from whale hunters on the

the Wolf Tribe named Aluka (chaotic good werewolf in human form) comes to Ten-Towns with a warning: a Wolf Tribe camp under the command of an evil chieftain named Sangra Grisgir is resorting to

Locations in Saltmarsh

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

Locations in Saltmarsh Here is a summary of the notable places in Saltmarsh, as depicted on map 1.1. Map 1.1: Village of Saltmarsh View Player Version 1. City Gate Saltmarsh was built on the ruins

looking to carouse find this the best place for a rowdy night of drinking and brawling. The town guard comes here only if called. Kreb works with Gellan Primewater to screen prospective buyers and sellers

City Celebrations

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

. The height of the celebration comes when the effigy of Kistarianth the Red is burned on the slopes of Mount Waterdeep. A dracolich version of Kistarianth is then carried up the slopes and burned as

. Failure is the paramour of invention, though, meaning it is a rare year when there isn’t some notable disruption of the celebration. The flying chair of Marchell was one such recent oddity — a device

Locations in Bryn Shander

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

immortal Artus Cimber and thus carries the Cimber bloodline, not that it has ever benefited him. Artus’s immortality, it is said, comes from a magic ring — a ring that Sirac has never seen. Sirac’s

reserved for community feasts and gatherings on various holy days and other notable events. The hall can also accommodate refugees from neighboring settlements in times of emergency. In the back of the

Luskan

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

through trade, fishing, piracy, and raiding. The defense of the city comes at the expense of the Ships, paid for by the profits of those activities as well as the protection money the Ships extort

, Overwizard of the North Other notable members of the Brotherhood include Vaelish the Brown and Maccath the Crimson.

Market Ward

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

such associations foster splitting loyalties. The Market Ward is a largely middle-class ward, apart from a small percentage of rich entrepreneurs and magnates. Its most notable residents are titans

strong connection to Sigil’s ascendant factions join the Free League, an informal association of pragmatic citizens who keep their options open when it comes to the truths of the multiverse. Members of

Random Encounters in Yon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

Yon!” Amidor doesn’t speak Giant and has no idea what the cyclops is saying, but Mudlump’s outrage comes through loud and clear. Mudlump speaks no language other than Giant. Any character who can

: “My arms are so very sore, I don’t want to fly this kite anymore! But if I let go of this string, Creeping Lyn says I’ll become an old thing! The curse comes from those five blue bows, but they

Areas of the Air Temple

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

dwarven city sprawl in the subterranean night. From somewhere within comes an agonized wail, followed by a breathless ramble of whimpering pleas. Then the whole city seems to join the chorus with the

Way This stone colonnade spans the moat surrounding the step pyramid. Stone pillars line the way like enormous trees, engraved with the names and likenesses of notable dwarves of the past. Broken

Vault Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

of this temple is its only notable fixture. Dusty windows set in iron frames overlook the courtyard. Akaazi’s eerie black tower leads into this temple, so the chamber is rarely used. The north

chain with a successful DC 15 Dexterity (Sleight of Hand) check. If a character fails this check by 5 or more, the mirror comes loose from the chains and falls to the floor 20 feet below. V37: Aviary

Upper Palace Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

everything it sees, the malicious dretch tries to pinch anyone who comes too close to it, and so forth. A character can make a DC 15 Wisdom (Insight) check to ascertain why the dretches are here and

investigate 5 minutes later. Each room’s occupants are frozen in time. Individual rooms have their own color schemes and notable features, as indicated below: P40a. Red Room. A high elf noble (neutral

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