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Classes
Player’s Handbook
Core Wizard Traits
Primary Ability
Intelligence
Hit Point Die
D6 per Wizard level
Saving Throw Proficiencies
Intelligence and Wisdom
Skill Proficiencies
Choose 2: Arcana
Wizards believe that their counterparts in ancient civilizations knew secrets of magic that have been lost to the ages, and discovering those secrets could unlock the path to a power greater than any
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
across Faerûn.
Skill Proficiencies: History, plus your choice of one from among Arcana, Nature, and ReligionLanguages: Two of your choiceEquipment: The scholar’s robes of
.
d6
Ideal
1
Knowledge. The path to power and self-improvement is through knowledge. (Neutral)
2
Beauty. What is beautiful points us beyond itself toward what is true. (Good
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
Proficiencies: Arcana, History
Languages: Two of your choice
Equipment: A bottle of black ink, a quill, a small knife, a letter from a dead colleague posing a question you have not yet been able to
1
Knowledge. The path to power and self-improvement is through knowledge. (Neutral)
2
Beauty. What is beautiful points us beyond itself toward what is true. (Good)
3
Logic. Emotions must
Backgrounds
Curse of Strahd: Character Options
toll, isolating you from most people and making you question your sanity. You must find a way to overcome it before it destroys you.
Skill Proficiencies: Choose two from among Arcana, Investigation
, common;set of common clothes, and 1 sp.
Harrowing Event
Prior to becoming an adventurer, your path in life was defined by one dark moment, one fateful decision, or one tragedy. Now you feel a darkness
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
, and might have set you on the path to adventure, but it could also come with many dangers, including those who covet your gift and want to take it from you — by force, if need be.
Skill
Proficiencies: Survival, plus one from among Arcana, History, and ReligionTool Proficiencies: Your choice of a gaming set or a musical instrumentLanguages: Any one of your choiceEquipment: Your
Gnome
Legacy
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Species
Basic Rules (2014)
unlikely to find the burrows in the first place.
Gnomes who settle in human lands are commonly gemcutters, engineers, sages, or tinkers. Some human families retain gnome tutors, ensuring that their pupils
quick, if dangerous, path to wealth. Regardless of what spurs them to adventure, gnomes who adopt this way of life eke as much enjoyment out of it as they do out of any other activity they undertake
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Feat: Dread Speech
Skill Proficiencies: Arcana, Intimidation
Language: Choose one (Deep Speech recommended)
Tool Proficiency: Calligrapher's Supplies
Equipment: Choose A or B: (A
) Calligrapher's Supplies, Book (a topic of arcana), Ink, Ink Pen, Lamp, Oil (3 flasks), Paper (10 sheets), 2 GP; or (B) 50 GP
Building a Scholar of the Forbidden
Wizards and warlocks make the most
Sage
Legacy
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Backgrounds
Basic Rules (2014)
master in your fields of study.
Skill Proficiencies: Arcana, History
Languages: Two of your choice
Equipment: A bottle of black ink, a quill, a small knife, a letter from a dead
situations.
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I’m convinced that people are always trying to steal my secrets.
d6
Ideal
1
Knowledge. The path to power and self-improvement is through knowledge. (Neutral
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
Testing Phase On the day of the Exam, each character makes two ability checks related to parts of the test: Glyph of Warding Shapes. Identifying the shapes commonly used when a mage casts a glyph of
successful DC 15 Intelligence (Arcana) check. Have each player note their character’s Exam results—how many Student Dice they gained and what skills they used during the test—on their copies of the tracking sheet.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
Testing Phase On the day of the Exam, each character makes two ability checks related to parts of the test: Glyph of Warding Shapes. Identifying the shapes commonly used when a mage casts a glyph of
successful DC 15 Intelligence (Arcana) check. Have each player note their character’s Exam results—how many Student Dice they gained and what skills they used during the test—on their copies of the tracking sheet.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a7
6. The Face of the Great Green Devil The path of red tiles leads south from the fork. If any character comes within 2 feet of the southern wall, read: On the wall before you is a relief sculpture of
feet in diameter—plenty of room for those who wish to leap in and be completely and forever destroyed. A character who examines the mouth and succeeds on a DC 20 Intelligence (Arcana) check identifies the trap for what it is.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a7
6. The Face of the Great Green Devil The path of red tiles leads south from the fork. If any character comes within 2 feet of the southern wall, read: On the wall before you is a relief sculpture of
feet in diameter—plenty of room for those who wish to leap in and be completely and forever destroyed. A character who examines the mouth and succeeds on a DC 20 Intelligence (Arcana) check identifies the trap for what it is.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
, and might have set you on the path to adventure, but it could also come with many dangers, including those who covet your gift and want to take it from you—by force, if need be. Skill Proficiencies
: Survival, plus one from among Arcana, History, and Religion Tool Proficiencies: Your choice of a gaming set or a musical instrument Languages: Any one of your choice Equipment: Your inheritance, a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
, green, gray, and death slaadi requires a successful DC 12 Intelligence (Arcana) check. Defusing Slaad Confrontations. Writing short essays about commonly accepted ways to keep slaadi calm during
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Adventure Atlas: The Mortuary
breaking an endless cycle of mortality for themselves and others. Alix Branwyn Symbol of the Heralds of Dust The Heralds of Dust—or the Dusters, as they’re commonly called—see death as a spectrum
. Everyone is dead, of course, but some are deader than others. In their work, Dusters seek to unravel the secrets of True Death, a higher state of oblivion that transcends the grave. The path to True Death
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
die in a domain return reincarnated, fated to repeat a version of their former lives. Endless Cycles. The Darklord shepherds another individual down a path of corruption in hopes of crafting a successor
reminders of the Darklord’s inadequacies. When symbolism is too subtle, the literal specters from the Darklord’s past return to haunt them. Unpleasant Hope. The Darklord’s desire—commonly their bond—is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
, green, gray, and death slaadi requires a successful DC 12 Intelligence (Arcana) check. Defusing Slaad Confrontations. Writing short essays about commonly accepted ways to keep slaadi calm during
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
die in a domain return reincarnated, fated to repeat a version of their former lives. Endless Cycles. The Darklord shepherds another individual down a path of corruption in hopes of crafting a successor
reminders of the Darklord’s inadequacies. When symbolism is too subtle, the literal specters from the Darklord’s past return to haunt them. Unpleasant Hope. The Darklord’s desire—commonly their bond—is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Adventure Atlas: The Mortuary
breaking an endless cycle of mortality for themselves and others. Alix Branwyn Symbol of the Heralds of Dust The Heralds of Dust—or the Dusters, as they’re commonly called—see death as a spectrum
. Everyone is dead, of course, but some are deader than others. In their work, Dusters seek to unravel the secrets of True Death, a higher state of oblivion that transcends the grave. The path to True Death
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
, and might have set you on the path to adventure, but it could also come with many dangers, including those who covet your gift and want to take it from you—by force, if need be. Skill Proficiencies
: Survival, plus one from among Arcana, History, and Religion Tool Proficiencies: Your choice of a gaming set or a musical instrument Languages: Any one of your choice Equipment: Your inheritance, a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
more subtle effect, such as an attempt to read a creature's thoughts, typically goes unnoticed, unless a spell says otherwise. A Clear Path to the Target To target something, you must have a clear path
magic depends on the Weave, though different kinds of magic access it in a variety of ways. The spells of wizards, warlocks, sorcerers, and bards are commonly called arcane magic. These spells rely on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
more subtle effect, such as an attempt to read a creature's thoughts, typically goes unnoticed, unless a spell says otherwise. A Clear Path to the Target To target something, you must have a clear path
magic depends on the Weave, though different kinds of magic access it in a variety of ways. The spells of wizards, warlocks, sorcerers, and bards are commonly called arcane magic. These spells rely on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal
Transmuter Transmuters are specialist wizards who embrace change, rail against the status quo, and view magical transmutation as a path to riches, enlightenment, or apotheosis. Transmuter Medium
)
Saving Throws Int +6, Wis +4
Skills Arcana +6, History +6
Senses passive Perception 11
Languages any four languages
Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
Spellcasting. The transmuter is a 9th-level
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
Dragon’s Rest Locations The following locations are keyed to map 2, which shows the layout of Dragon’s Rest. Map 2: Dragons Rest View Player Version A1: Path and Monastic Cells A long path leads
from the rocky shore up the side of the cliff, with occasional stairs to ease the ascent. Here and there along the lower part of the path, well-tended garden plots hold flowers, herbs, and vegetables
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal
Transmuter Transmuters are specialist wizards who embrace change, rail against the status quo, and view magical transmutation as a path to riches, enlightenment, or apotheosis. Transmuter Medium
)
Saving Throws Int +6, Wis +4
Skills Arcana +6, History +6
Senses passive Perception 11
Languages any four languages
Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
Spellcasting. The transmuter is a 9th-level
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
Dragon’s Rest Locations The following locations are keyed to map 2, which shows the layout of Dragon’s Rest. Map 2: Dragons Rest View Player Version A1: Path and Monastic Cells A long path leads
from the rocky shore up the side of the cliff, with occasional stairs to ease the ascent. Here and there along the lower part of the path, well-tended garden plots hold flowers, herbs, and vegetables
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
)
CON
10 (+0)
INT
14 (+2)
WIS
10 (+0)
CHA
11 (+0)
Skills Arcana +4, History +4
Senses passive Perception 10
Languages any one language (usually Common
armor
Abjurer Wizard Abjurers specialize in creating protective magical wards. Monarchs, nobles, and other wealthy individuals commonly hire abjurers to provide protection. Abjurer Wizard
Medium
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse
)
CON
10 (+0)
INT
14 (+2)
WIS
10 (+0)
CHA
11 (+0)
Skills Arcana +4, History +4
Senses passive Perception 10
Languages any one language (usually Common
armor
Abjurer Wizard Abjurers specialize in creating protective magical wards. Monarchs, nobles, and other wealthy individuals commonly hire abjurers to provide protection. Abjurer Wizard
Medium
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
a master in your fields of study. Skill Proficiencies: Arcana, History Languages: Two of your choice Equipment: A bottle of black ink, a quill, a small knife, a letter from a dead colleague posing a
. d6 Ideal 1 Knowledge. The path to power and self-improvement is through knowledge. (Neutral) 2 Beauty. What is beautiful points us beyond itself toward what is true. (Good) 3 Logic. Emotions must
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
a master in your fields of study. Skill Proficiencies: Arcana, History Languages: Two of your choice Equipment: A bottle of black ink, a quill, a small knife, a letter from a dead colleague posing a
. . . to me.
7 I am horribly, horribly awkward in social situations.
8 I’m convinced that people are always trying to steal my secrets.
d6 Ideal
1 Knowledge. The path to power
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Wisdom Skill Proficiencies Choose 2: Arcana, History, Insight, Investigation, Medicine, Nature, or Religion Weapon Proficiencies Simple weapons Armor Training None Starting Equipment Choose A or B: (A) 2
believe that their counterparts in ancient civilizations knew secrets of magic that have been lost to the ages, and discovering those secrets could unlock the path to a power greater than any magic
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
characters approach either bridge, they can make out the initial details of the rift and can see the guards blocking the path. Read the following to set the scene: A rift in the earth divides Elturel into
fight, but the characters might have a trick up their collective sleeves. Holy Runes Any character trained in Arcana, History, or Religion recognizes that the runes etched into the stonework of each
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Sphinx of Lore Sphinxes of lore each know a great secret and protect it all costs. This truth might take the form of an ancient text, a magical puzzle, or a path to another world. These sphinxes
., Fly 60 ft.
Mod Save
Str 18 +4 +4
Dex 15 +2 +2
Con 16 +3 +3
Mod Save
Int 18 +4 +4
Wis 18 +4 +4
Cha 18 +4 +4
Skills Arcana +12
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Wizard Core Wizard Traits Primary Ability Intelligence Hit Point Die D6 per Wizard level Saving Throw Proficiencies Intelligence and Wisdom Skill Proficiencies Choose 2: Arcana, History, Insight
civilizations knew secrets of magic that have been lost to the ages, and discovering those secrets could unlock the path to a power greater than any magic available in the present age. Becoming a Wizard... As a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
, which any character can ascertain after studying the books for 1 hour and succeeding on a DC 12 Intelligence (Arcana) check. A heavy wooden chest with clawed iron feet stands against the south wall, its
have not come to lead you on a path to immortality. However many souls you have bled on your hidden altar, however many visitors you have tortured in your dungeon, know that you are not the ones who