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Acquisitions Incorporated
throw. If it’s not clear who administered the killing blow, you grant this benefit to a random creature involved in the fight. Once you use this feature, you can’t use it again until you
within 5 feet of a creature killed within the past 24 hours, you can cast the augury spell. The course of action you inquire about with the spell does not need to have any connection to the dead creature
Backgrounds
Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
, evidence from a past case (choose one or roll for a trinket from the Horror Trinkets table after this background), a set of Clothes, Common;common clothes, and 10 gp
Path to Mystery
Your first case
influenced the types of mysteries you’re interested in. Why was this case so impactful, personal, or traumatic? Whom did it affect besides you? Why and how did you get involved? Was it solved? How
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
local nobles, the city council of Sturben reinstituted a severe court system from Borca’s past, where anyone can bring and argue cases before five masked judges. The judges who hear cases at the
execute justice. For especially contentious cases, judges imprison all involved and drag them to Sturben to face trial.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Character Hooks The characters might become involved in the dangers affecting Godsbreath in any of the following ways: Awakening Festival. The characters come to Promise, Godsbreath’s largest
. They’ve received a strange message from her inviting them to Promise, but when they arrive, she’s nowhere to be found. Honored Guests. A trader the characters have had past dealings with—perhaps from the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
has passed since the characters’ experience in Neverdeath Graveyard. That ordeal might seem firmly in the past, but the characters receiving Vecna’s Link is the harbinger of events none could predict
. In this chapter, the characters become involved in three powerful wizards’ desperate bid to stop the remaking of existence at the hands of the lich-god Vecna. The characters are soon led to believe
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
, Rosa decided to return to San Citlán to confront her past. She believes the cult Orencio was involved with is somehow responsible, but she’s found no evidence of this thus far.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
History and Myth When storytellers relate the history of Theros, they always speak in the most general terms. An event of just ten years past happened “many years ago,” and the founding of Meletis in
the distant past happened “many, many years ago.” In Theros, history transforms into myth more quickly than it does in other worlds, becoming generalized, vague, and moralistic. And because the gods
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
conception of the Izzet League is based on mad inventions, dangerous experiments, and explosive blasts. Much of that perception is accurate, but the league is also involved with mundane tasks of
Ideal
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Guild. My guild is all that really matters. (Any)
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Creativity. Half the world’s troubles come from stodgy thinking, stuck in the past. We need innovative
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
monstrous and magical incidents in the area over many years have left Phandalin’s citizens anxious for strong-sounding leadership. Even though adventurers solved many of the town’s problems in the past
, Wester has gained much popularity by convincing people that the town’s troubles would have never surfaced if those well-armed wandering busybodies hadn’t gotten involved in the first place. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
clattered on the cobblestones and the wolf-riders bounded over stone bridges. Human and elf infantry flooded through the arteries of the district, streaming past intersections and flowing around buildings
. Griffons and their riders swooped down out of a blanket of low clouds, strafing past the spires. Emmara rode on the shoulder of a massive creature made of a snarl of marble, wood, and vines, her
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
characters’ help, looking to hire them to undertake expeditions to retrieve the missing components. Once the characters are involved, they are provided the resources to travel to two legendary locations of
the past to recover the Infernal Machine components believed to be there. First is the Tomb of Horrors, in the period while the infamous dungeon is still under construction. There, they meet the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
. Each spring, communities observe the festival of the First Hunt, the Protokynion. In ancient times, the festival involved hunting, but in the modern form of observance, it is a day of picnics, outdoor
. In ages long past, Nylea loved her dryad companion, Arasta, as a sister and the two spread wonders across Theros. One day, Phenax, envious of the pair and stung by some forgotten slight, transformed
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
must. He doesn’t like talking about his past, and he won’t reveal anything about his time as an adventurer. If Durnan has any living family members, he doesn’t speak of them. He rarely says two words
chop tables in half with it if he so desires. He also can pull out a double crossbow (a heavy crossbow with reduced range that fires two bolts at the same target). Still, if he gets involved in a brawl
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
Leandro Sedhar Asking for Leandro around town leads the characters to the Giant’s Skull, a welcoming inn made of wood and adobe. Leandro has been staying here for the past few weeks. Leandro (chaotic
the town guard. Rumor has it she was involved with Rilago romantically.” Leandro’s Secret Leandro knows that Aminta is a member of the Onyx Scar, a criminal syndicate with operatives scattered
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
section to get started, and use the information in chapter 4 to help flesh out the villain.
For example, your villain might be an undead creature seeking to avenge a past imprisonment or injury. An
interesting aspect of an undead villain is that this past injury might have occurred centuries ago, inspiring revenge against the descendants of those that harmed it. Imagine a vampire imprisoned by the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
, and discuss house rules, with the goal of ensuring the game is a fun experience for everyone involved. The “Ensuring Fun for All” section in chapter 1 covers some of the most important groundwork you
in your campaign. For example, if a player chooses the Criminal background, help the player flesh out their character’s criminal past, and use that information when building relevant storylines into
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Mayhem in the Market Kala Mabarin As the characters move through the market, a stocky woman in green pantaloons and a yellow tunic irritably elbows her way past them. This is Kala Mabarin—one of
after Kala pushes past the characters, read the following text: Shrieks of fear rise from an herb vendor’s stall nearby. The crowd shifts as panicked people flee the scene.
The characters see the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
the past in the course of the adventure. In general, let the world’s history be evident in the present situation. Instead of dealing with what happened in the past, an adventure should focus on
describing the present situation, what the bad guys are up to, and how the adventurers become involved in the story. Heroes Who Matter An adventure should allow the adventurers’ actions and decisions to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
sister, Yaeda, fell under Viallis’s sway and went to what Kara calls the noble’s “new estate” (the cult’s temple). She believes that Yaeda is working for or romantically involved with Viallis, not
away from the village, and he can give the characters directions there. If the characters share their suspicions about Viallis being involved in the Yellowcrest murders or other dark business
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
is 3 gp, but she waives it once she becomes aware that she is somehow involved in this situation. Khea is a sharp-witted, hearty woman who never says what a brow furrow or eyebrow arch could convey
supposedly satirical comedy, The Satyr’s Half-Horn. She wouldn’t put it past the petty priest to harass her even in death. Khea can also answer most questions about the polis she lives in, the lands
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
characters take Grin Ousstyl with them, not so much as a guide but to help the party talk its way past drow patrols. The demonic invasion has put Menzoberranzan’s defenses on high alert, making it even
demon, with the drow elite warrior and 1d4 − 1 drow surviving the encounter. If the characters get involved, the encounter becomes a three-way fight, as neither the drow nor the demon are interested in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
been conflict between giants and dragons, or they might have long ago set aside any lingering resentment. Perhaps giants and dragons banded together in ages past in a desperate effort to survive the
giants and chromatic dragons. Or war might be raging between dragons and elves while giants strive to protect smaller peoples from the fallout. Other peoples and monsters might be involved. The war might
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
internship, the parting of ways might have been amicable. If not, it might have involved armed guards removing you from the premises. If you were passed over at your previous position, it might have
in need. I consider them in everything I do.
2 My peers keep me grounded.
3 My past mistakes cost someone else dearly. I have to rectify that.
4 A childhood mentor put me on my
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
weeks in advance and can be costly. Mahadi charges from five to ten soul coins for an exotic request, depending on the difficulty involved in fulfilling it. Consuming a meal at Infernal Rapture has the
soul coin delivered, and can serve as an official notary for the signing of infernal contracts. Fhet’Ahla failed a critical mission at some point in the past and gained the disfavor of Asmodeus. As a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
see dragons as idealized versions of themselves. They bring sacrifices of food and treasure to their dragon gods, indulge in various forms of worship (including groveling when evil dragons are involved
train in monasteries established by dragons in past generations. Warlord The combination of ego and intellect can lead a dragon to become a military leader. Minions help keep the dragon’s territory in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
can add the d10 to an attack roll, ability check, or saving throw. If it’s not clear who administered the killing blow, you grant this benefit to a random creature involved in the fight. Once you use
within 5 feet of a creature killed within the past 24 hours, you can cast the augury spell. The course of action you inquire about with the spell does not need to have any connection to the dead creature
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
, make sure any players involved have chosen gods for their characters. Krynn’s deities and their provinces are listed in this book’s introduction. Visions of Divinity This prelude focuses on characters
begins emanating from the statue of the god whose symbol they just discovered. The glow coalesces around the ruined statue, creating a spectral semblance of what the statue looked like in the past
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
regional, and usually involved bragging rights or hunting territory. Differences were settled by individual contests of might, wits, or skill. That situation persisted for generations, until the red
Giant Pantheon When Ostoria fell, Annam disowned his children, swearing never to regard the giants again until they returned Ostoria to its past prominence and reclaimed their rightful positions as
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
important business with Valin, and she freely answers any questions put to her. Power of Disbelief. Alessia scoffs in response to a suggestion that Valin might be involved in improper activities or evil
own heart was removed three years ago as part of the unique ritual described in The Canopic Being. The magic of the ritual allows her to remember being involved in a ceremony that bound her to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy
sensation: more akin to thinking about moving a limb than operating controls. No ability checks are required here, but Saerthe asks each character involved in a training session one of the following questions
: “What life event in your past drove you to live in this moment, right now?” “Tell me where you wish to be one year hence. What shall the cosmos make of you?” “Something inside your mind holds you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
recent years, King Hekaton had become convinced that the age of the giants was past, as evidenced by the growing distance between the giants and their gods. Annam the All-Father didn’t answer prayers
that they were involved in their mother’s death or their father’s kidnapping. Other than Iymrith and her Uncle Uthor, there are few giants Serissa feels she can trust. Hekaton left behind a piece of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
tantalizing rumors or uncover valuable information.
Information Source. If the adventurers let Miklos tell stories of his past exploits or agree to help him play a prank on his rivals, he can steer
. Adventurers with the Criminal or Guard background might have a connection to the Grand Citadel involving a past run-in with the law or past service on the watch. Reasons to Visit. Adventurers might
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
People of Phandalin After the characters arrive in town and get involved in the mayoral debate (or don’t), they can take the opportunity to interact with the townsfolk. With the destruction of
Development. Brawn knows a great deal about Tresendar Manor, including the location and layout of its dungeon. Characters who talk to him about his past can learn a few details of the entrance to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Path of the Pilgrim climbs past shrines to each of Annam’s children to reach the All-Father’s temple Diancastra Diancastra is the youngest child of Annam, born of a mortal giant mother shortly before
take by force) sacrifices for Grolantor from their kin, with a minimum of ritual or prayer involved. Hiatea Hiatea is Annam’s second child, after Stronmaus, and the companionship and friendly rivalry
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
) check to jump safely over it. Moving past the rune otherwise deals 5 (1d10) necrotic damage to a creature and teleports it back to the cavern entrance. The runes remain active until disabled. Planar
involved, but adding or removing pieces has an impact on the ritual’s magic (see “Adding Components” and “Removing Components” below). To seize control of the components fueling the ritual, a creature on