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Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Dazzling Visage. A brilliant array of chromatic colors emanates from Windfall, causing attack rolls against her to have disadvantage. This trait ceases to function while Windfall has the
. Windfall’s enchanted tailcoat shimmers with the colors of the Dragon Queen, and she uses this coat to dazzle patrons and enemies alike.
A performer at heart, Windfall is ostentatious and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
over interpretations of ancient prophecies. They might worship supernatural patrons—deities, otherworldly creatures, manipulative alien minds, or stranger forces. Roll on or choose a result from the
Cultist Agendas table to inspire what a cultist seeks to achieve. Cultist Agendas 1d6 The Cultist Strives To... 1 Bring about the end of a dominant order, an age, or the world. 2 Burn away the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
over interpretations of ancient prophecies. They might worship supernatural patrons—deities, otherworldly creatures, manipulative alien minds, or stranger forces. Roll on or choose a result from the
Cultist Agendas table to inspire what a cultist seeks to achieve. Cultist Agendas 1d6 The Cultist Strives To... 1 Bring about the end of a dominant order, an age, or the world. 2 Burn away the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Dragon’s Pride. If the characters ask the patrons milling around the casino lobby, they can learn the information presented below about each pit master. Kaylan Renaudon Master of the Stygian Maze
ever-shifting halls of the casino’s Stygian Maze. Kaylan now presides over the maze, gleefully watching patrons wander the confounding passages in search of riches. Kaylan has a special Sword of Life
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Dragon’s Pride. If the characters ask the patrons milling around the casino lobby, they can learn the information presented below about each pit master. Kaylan Renaudon Master of the Stygian Maze
ever-shifting halls of the casino’s Stygian Maze. Kaylan now presides over the maze, gleefully watching patrons wander the confounding passages in search of riches. Kaylan has a special Sword of Life
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
powerful demon usually has an intent that goes beyond merely causing carnage, and a plan to achieve it. DEMONIC AMULETS: BLESSING AND CURSE
Some demon lords have a way of cheating death, but this great
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
framework for a monstrous dragon adventure: Stop the Attacks. A dragon is causing problems, and the only solution is to get rid of the dragon. The dragon might be terrorizing the area near the lair
to achieve some other goal. Slaying the dragon might be one option, but sneaking into the lair and stealing what the characters seek is another. The characters could even bargain with the dragon to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
powerful demon usually has an intent that goes beyond merely causing carnage, and a plan to achieve it. DEMONIC AMULETS: BLESSING AND CURSE
Some demon lords have a way of cheating death, but this great
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
framework for a monstrous dragon adventure: Stop the Attacks. A dragon is causing problems, and the only solution is to get rid of the dragon. The dragon might be terrorizing the area near the lair
to achieve some other goal. Slaying the dragon might be one option, but sneaking into the lair and stealing what the characters seek is another. The characters could even bargain with the dragon to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
committed to causing trouble. Kettlesteam uses disguise self to assume whatever form best enables her to mingle in crowds. Characters can encounter Kettlesteam in more than one location; if they corner her
regains consciousness and the reduction to its Strength score disappears after it finishes a short or long rest. Each thief has the following additional action options, which it uses to achieve its
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
committed to causing trouble. Kettlesteam uses disguise self to assume whatever form best enables her to mingle in crowds. Characters can encounter Kettlesteam in more than one location; if they corner her
regains consciousness and the reduction to its Strength score disappears after it finishes a short or long rest. Each thief has the following additional action options, which it uses to achieve its
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
for power, extreme selfishness, and a lack of compassion. Cultists take delight in causing pain to others to make sure they know their place, which is subservient to the powerful adherents of this
increasing violence. The Cult of Rakdos already serves a megalomaniacal demon of chaos, so its members have no interest in seeing any other ambitious figure achieve supreme rulership over Ravnica. They
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
for power, extreme selfishness, and a lack of compassion. Cultists take delight in causing pain to others to make sure they know their place, which is subservient to the powerful adherents of this
increasing violence. The Cult of Rakdos already serves a megalomaniacal demon of chaos, so its members have no interest in seeing any other ambitious figure achieve supreme rulership over Ravnica. They
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
made entirely of doppelgangers or beholders. His patrons enlist the party to aid his research.
3 A murderous, jaundiced whale is hunting Ludendorf’s ships. The superstitious Captain Furschter of
. The overseers of the Pulstein Mine call for aid, believing that strange creatures are causing the quakes to steal the “marrowstone” they’re mining.
10 Scholars at Ludendorf University learn of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
made entirely of doppelgangers or beholders. His patrons enlist the party to aid his research.
3 A murderous, jaundiced whale is hunting Ludendorf’s ships. The superstitious Captain Furschter of
. The overseers of the Pulstein Mine call for aid, believing that strange creatures are causing the quakes to steal the “marrowstone” they’re mining.
10 Scholars at Ludendorf University learn of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
toasty blessing God Some dragons demand not just service but worship from their minions. Among Humanoid creatures, kobolds are most likely to treat their dragon patrons as deities, since they typically
of their piety. (The dragon blessed follower, described in chapter 6, is an example of a Humanoid manifesting such power.) Dragons can be benevolent patrons who genuinely care for those who worship
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
toasty blessing God Some dragons demand not just service but worship from their minions. Among Humanoid creatures, kobolds are most likely to treat their dragon patrons as deities, since they typically
of their piety. (The dragon blessed follower, described in chapter 6, is an example of a Humanoid manifesting such power.) Dragons can be benevolent patrons who genuinely care for those who worship
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
. Durnan is pleased to have the halflings perform for his patrons and rewards the characters with a round of drinks. If the heroes plan to return to Undermountain, Durnan also pulls a few strings to
popped out slightly. If it is pressed, the gear locks in place, causing all the gears to turn and the gate to open for 1 minute. When the gate closes, a different random gear pops out slightly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Paladin: Oath of Glory Paladins who take the Oath of Glory believe they and their companions are destined to achieve glory through deeds of heroism. They train diligently and encourage their
you is hit by an attack roll, you can use your reaction to grant a bonus to the target’s AC against that attack, potentially causing it to miss. The bonus equals your Charisma modifier (minimum of +1
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
believe they and their companions are destined to achieve glory through deeds of heroism. They train diligently and encourage their companions so they’re all ready when destiny calls. Tenets of Glory
target’s AC against that attack, potentially causing it to miss. The bonus equals your Charisma modifier (minimum of +1). If the attack misses, you can make one weapon attack against the attacker as
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
. Durnan is pleased to have the halflings perform for his patrons and rewards the characters with a round of drinks. If the heroes plan to return to Undermountain, Durnan also pulls a few strings to
popped out slightly. If it is pressed, the gear locks in place, causing all the gears to turn and the gate to open for 1 minute. When the gate closes, a different random gear pops out slightly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
believe they and their companions are destined to achieve glory through deeds of heroism. They train diligently and encourage their companions so they’re all ready when destiny calls. Tenets of Glory
target’s AC against that attack, potentially causing it to miss. The bonus equals your Charisma modifier (minimum of +1). If the attack misses, you can make one weapon attack against the attacker as
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Paladin: Oath of Glory Paladins who take the Oath of Glory believe they and their companions are destined to achieve glory through deeds of heroism. They train diligently and encourage their
you is hit by an attack roll, you can use your reaction to grant a bonus to the target’s AC against that attack, potentially causing it to miss. The bonus equals your Charisma modifier (minimum of +1
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
steps the villain takes to achieve its goals. Create a timeline showing what the villain does and when, assuming no interference from the adventurers.
Building on the previous example, you might
-detailed cast of NPCs. Some of these NPCs fall neatly into the categories of allies and patrons, but most are likely to be characters or creatures whose attitudes toward the adventurers remain undecided
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Important NPCs Use the Adventure Villains, Adventure Allies, and Adventure Patrons tables to help you identify these NPCs. Chapter 4 can help you bring these NPCs to life. Adventure Villains d20
commoner 4 Soldier 5 Priest 6 Sage 7 Revenge seeker 8 Raving lunatic 9 Celestial ally 10 Fey ally 11 Disguised monster 12 Villain posing as an ally Adventure Patrons d20 Patron 1–2 Retired adventurer
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
steps the villain takes to achieve its goals. Create a timeline showing what the villain does and when, assuming no interference from the adventurers.
Building on the previous example, you might
-detailed cast of NPCs. Some of these NPCs fall neatly into the categories of allies and patrons, but most are likely to be characters or creatures whose attitudes toward the adventurers remain undecided
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
this day. The shop is decorated with hundreds of teacups arrayed on shelves; many cups bear the names of famous past patrons, adventurers, nobles, and royals. The owner, a talkative, neutral human noble
both sides, causing the game to conclude in 10 minutes. Talking with the Nobles When they’re ready to talk, Dae-Shim and Ju-Won call for rice wine and ask the characters their business. The pair
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
with all five of the chromatic dragons’ elements. Windfall’s enchanted tailcoat shimmers with the colors of the Dragon Queen, and she uses this coat to dazzle patrons and enemies alike. Alexandre Honoré
Windfall, causing attack rolls against her to have disadvantage. This trait ceases to function while Windfall has the incapacitated condition or has a speed of 0.
Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
with all five of the chromatic dragons’ elements. Windfall’s enchanted tailcoat shimmers with the colors of the Dragon Queen, and she uses this coat to dazzle patrons and enemies alike. Alexandre Honoré
Windfall, causing attack rolls against her to have disadvantage. This trait ceases to function while Windfall has the incapacitated condition or has a speed of 0.
Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Alabaster Racetrack Sleek white pillars surround what looks like a racetrack. The stands bustle with patrons, all eager to bet on the impending race.
This arena hosts nightmare racing. Audience
and make a ruckus, attracting the attention of the pit fiend. Step 3. The potion reacts with the offal in the nightmare’s feed bucket, causing a cloud of toxic gas to erupt. Characters within 5 feet of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
this day. The shop is decorated with hundreds of teacups arrayed on shelves; many cups bear the names of famous past patrons, adventurers, nobles, and royals. The owner, a talkative, neutral human noble
both sides, causing the game to conclude in 10 minutes. Talking with the Nobles When they’re ready to talk, Dae-Shim and Ju-Won call for rice wine and ask the characters their business. The pair
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Alabaster Racetrack Sleek white pillars surround what looks like a racetrack. The stands bustle with patrons, all eager to bet on the impending race.
This arena hosts nightmare racing. Audience
and make a ruckus, attracting the attention of the pit fiend. Step 3. The potion reacts with the offal in the nightmare’s feed bucket, causing a cloud of toxic gas to erupt. Characters within 5 feet of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Important NPCs Use the Adventure Villains, Adventure Allies, and Adventure Patrons tables to help you identify these NPCs. Chapter 4 can help you bring these NPCs to life. Adventure Villains d20
commoner 4 Soldier 5 Priest 6 Sage 7 Revenge seeker 8 Raving lunatic 9 Celestial ally 10 Fey ally 11 Disguised monster 12 Villain posing as an ally Adventure Patrons d20 Patron 1–2 Retired adventurer
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
each year. The primary benefit of belonging to a guild is access to work, since the guildmaster can connect parties of adventurers with patrons and jobs suited to their talents. Beyond that, there are
following benefits: You can always find food and lodging at a circle outpost, though you might be expected to entertain the patrons in exchange. If times are tough, your food and lodging might be a step
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
experience, patrons can visit the second floor, where the Beehive’s proprietor—a mind flayer arcanist (a variant mind flayer) that uses a disguise self spell to appear as a grinning human cosmetician named
for the Spotless Seven convinces several citizens that to achieve inner harmony, they must indulge themselves in one night of unchecked mayhem.