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Returning 35 results for 'player aid and his confident'.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
. If the player rolled and got a high number but didn’t sense anything amiss, the player would be confident that the baroness wasn’t charmed. With a low roll, a negative answer wouldn’t mean much. A hidden roll allows uncertainty.
Dice Rolling Establish expectations about rolling dice. Rolling in full view of everyone is a good starting point. If you see a player rolling and scooping the dice up before anyone else can see
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
. If the player rolled and got a high number but didn’t sense anything amiss, the player would be confident that the baroness wasn’t charmed. With a low roll, a negative answer wouldn’t mean much. A hidden roll allows uncertainty.
Dice Rolling Establish expectations about rolling dice. Rolling in full view of everyone is a good starting point. If you see a player rolling and scooping the dice up before anyone else can see
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
Mire of Doubt This location is presented on map 8.4. Mike Schley Map 8.4: Mire of Doubt View Player Version This floating nodule is covered with trees with sheets of moss hanging from the branches
repelled the attack. Each naga quickly comes to the aid of the other if more intruders arrive. If the nagas are killed, they re-form 1d6 days later, potentially leading to another encounter with the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
Mire of Doubt This location is presented on map 8.4. Mike Schley Map 8.4: Mire of Doubt View Player Version This floating nodule is covered with trees with sheets of moss hanging from the branches
repelled the attack. Each naga quickly comes to the aid of the other if more intruders arrive. If the nagas are killed, they re-form 1d6 days later, potentially leading to another encounter with the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
Areas of the Pass The following areas correspond to labels on the map of the Tsolenka Pass below. These structures are made of tightly fitted stone and can’t be scaled without the aid of magic or a climber’s kit. Map 9.1: Tsolenka Pass (Area T)View Player Version
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
Areas of the Pass The following areas correspond to labels on the map of the Tsolenka Pass below. These structures are made of tightly fitted stone and can’t be scaled without the aid of magic or a climber’s kit. Map 9.1: Tsolenka Pass (Area T)View Player Version
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
every fiend they destroyed, it seemed as though two more appeared elsewhere. The ruler of Elturel, the High Rider, asked his people to pray to the gods for aid. To everyone’s astonishment, a mighty
grief at the loss of their glorious general but confident that the lords of the Nine Hells would think twice about threatening Elturel again.
“There were great celebrations to honor the valiant knights of the cavalry, who became known as Hellriders from that day on.”
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
every fiend they destroyed, it seemed as though two more appeared elsewhere. The ruler of Elturel, the High Rider, asked his people to pray to the gods for aid. To everyone’s astonishment, a mighty
grief at the loss of their glorious general but confident that the lords of the Nine Hells would think twice about threatening Elturel again.
“There were great celebrations to honor the valiant knights of the cavalry, who became known as Hellriders from that day on.”
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
next Bastion Turn. If an event occurs, the DM reads the event aloud to the player whose character controls that Bastion. (All the events are described in the sections following the table.) The event
is resolved immediately, with the player and DM working together to expand story details as needed. If multiple characters issue the Maintain order on the same Bastion turn, roll once on the table for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
next Bastion Turn. If an event occurs, the DM reads the event aloud to the player whose character controls that Bastion. (All the events are described in the sections following the table.) The event
is resolved immediately, with the player and DM working together to expand story details as needed. If multiple characters issue the Maintain order on the same Bastion turn, roll once on the table for
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Social Interaction During a social interaction, the adventurers usually have a goal. They want to extract information, secure aid, win someone’s trust, escape punishment, avoid combat, negotiate a
somewhere in between, balancing player skill (roleplaying and persuading) with character skill (reflected by ability checks).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Social Interaction During a social interaction, the adventurers usually have a goal. They want to extract information, secure aid, win someone’s trust, escape punishment, avoid combat, negotiate a
somewhere in between, balancing player skill (roleplaying and persuading) with character skill (reflected by ability checks).
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
each player how they mean to evade this threat. If traveling by ship, whoever is steering the vessel needs to succeed on three consecutive DC 18 Dexterity checks using proficiency with water vehicles
(other actions taken to aid the escape may grant advantage at your discretion). On a failure of two consecutive sailing checks the ship is swept up by the tornado and destroyed: all creatures onboard take 44 (8d10) bludgeoning damage and are tossed into the sea.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
each player how they mean to evade this threat. If traveling by ship, whoever is steering the vessel needs to succeed on three consecutive DC 18 Dexterity checks using proficiency with water vehicles
(other actions taken to aid the escape may grant advantage at your discretion). On a failure of two consecutive sailing checks the ship is swept up by the tornado and destroyed: all creatures onboard take 44 (8d10) bludgeoning damage and are tossed into the sea.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Special NPCs In this chapter, each player runs not only a player character but also an NPC who has ties to the settlement that the characters are defending. Once you’ve determined where the adventure
ideal, and a flaw), and a stat block. When the giant attack begins, give one NPC to each player and tell the player where the NPC is at the start of the encounter, as noted in the encounter description
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Special NPCs In this chapter, each player runs not only a player character but also an NPC who has ties to the settlement that the characters are defending. Once you’ve determined where the adventure
ideal, and a flaw), and a stat block. When the giant attack begins, give one NPC to each player and tell the player where the NPC is at the start of the encounter, as noted in the encounter description
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
those of humans and other intelligent creatures. The difference is one of degree. For instance, where a prideful, confident human might be cowed by a serious threat, the arrogance of a beholder knows
no such bounds: it believes that it is superior to every other creature, even including other beholders. A human chess player becomes a master by honing the ability to look several moves ahead during
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
those of humans and other intelligent creatures. The difference is one of degree. For instance, where a prideful, confident human might be cowed by a serious threat, the arrogance of a beholder knows
no such bounds: it believes that it is superior to every other creature, even including other beholders. A human chess player becomes a master by honing the ability to look several moves ahead during
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
check; just tell the player what happens. Likewise, if there’s no way anyone could accomplish the task, just tell the player it doesn’t work. Otherwise, answer these three simple questions: What kind of
include any effort that is beyond the capabilities of most people without aid or exceptional ability. Even with aptitude and training, a character needs some amount of luck — or a lot of specialized
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
check; just tell the player what happens. Likewise, if there’s no way anyone could accomplish the task, just tell the player it doesn’t work. Otherwise, answer these three simple questions: What kind of
include any effort that is beyond the capabilities of most people without aid or exceptional ability. Even with aptitude and training, a character needs some amount of luck — or a lot of specialized
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Monstrous Tactics Monsters, just like player characters, can try anything you can imagine in combat, including the full range of combat options described in the Player’s Handbook. Monsters can use
the Help action to aid each other, they can grapple or shove their enemies, and so on. Some monsters use these options to maximize their advantages in battle; others use them to sow fear among their
compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Grim Hollow: Player’s Guide
aid nor relief. The divine magic that once offered healing and protection to those in need has dwindled, and few remain who can kindle its power. As a player, the extreme scarcity of divine magic offers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
construction evident even in the broken remains of the building, the place carries the unmistakable air of anguish and torment. Map 4.7: Demon Ruin View Player Version Demon Ruin Adventures The Demon
Ruin Adventures table offers some reasons why characters might risk death in the Demon Wastes. Demon Ruin Adventures d4 Adventure Goal 1 Make a desperate request for aid from a Lord of Dust who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
narrow trail through heavy underbrush. The dwarf asking for aid also gives the characters a signed and sealed document proclaiming them friends of the dwarves who have permission to visit the vale
the vale can be as eventful as you like, but once the characters reach the right spot, start with area D1. Map 6.7: Shrine of the Tender OathView Player Version
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Temple Features Beneath a high cavern ceiling, streets connect a number of spacious plazas where wealthy dwarven families built estates. With the aid of a captive djinni, the air cult works to
such treasure. Creatures that own individual treasure have 4d10 gp worth of mixed coins and other minor valuables. Map 4.1: Temple of Howling HatredView Player Version
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
adventurers wander into the area from a second entrance to the caverns (area 1) and become embroiled in the hunt. Whether they choose to avoid the hunting party, aid the hook horrors, or negotiate their way
, spending 1 extra foot of movement for every foot of passage. Medium or smaller creatures can move through such areas normally.
Map 2.2: The Hook Horror Lair View Player Version
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Temple Features Beneath a high cavern ceiling, streets connect a number of spacious plazas where wealthy dwarven families built estates. With the aid of a captive djinni, the air cult works to
such treasure. Creatures that own individual treasure have 4d10 gp worth of mixed coins and other minor valuables. Map 4.1: Temple of Howling HatredView Player Version
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
construction evident even in the broken remains of the building, the place carries the unmistakable air of anguish and torment. Map 4.7: Demon Ruin View Player Version Demon Ruin Adventures The Demon
Ruin Adventures table offers some reasons why characters might risk death in the Demon Wastes. Demon Ruin Adventures d4 Adventure Goal 1 Make a desperate request for aid from a Lord of Dust who
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Victory without Vizeran It is up to you whether or not the adventurers can succeed against the demon lords without Vizeran’s aid. They might be able to implement his plan on their own, particularly
Menzoberranzan and take his revenge on the drow who cast him out. A player character spellcaster might be able to reproduce Vizeran’s work to create and perform the ritual, setting up the scenario in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
adventurers wander into the area from a second entrance to the caverns (area 1) and become embroiled in the hunt. Whether they choose to avoid the hunting party, aid the hook horrors, or negotiate their way
, spending 1 extra foot of movement for every foot of passage. Medium or smaller creatures can move through such areas normally.
Map 2.2: The Hook Horror Lair View Player Version
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Monstrous Tactics Monsters, just like player characters, can try anything you can imagine in combat, including the full range of combat options described in the Player’s Handbook. Monsters can use
the Help action to aid each other, they can grapple or shove their enemies, and so on. Some monsters use these options to maximize their advantages in battle; others use them to sow fear among their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Victory without Vizeran It is up to you whether or not the adventurers can succeed against the demon lords without Vizeran’s aid. They might be able to implement his plan on their own, particularly
Menzoberranzan and take his revenge on the drow who cast him out. A player character spellcaster might be able to reproduce Vizeran’s work to create and perform the ritual, setting up the scenario in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
narrow trail through heavy underbrush. The dwarf asking for aid also gives the characters a signed and sealed document proclaiming them friends of the dwarves who have permission to visit the vale
the vale can be as eventful as you like, but once the characters reach the right spot, start with area D1. Map 6.7: Shrine of the Tender OathView Player Version
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
Bottom Card: Reward or Ruin Once the situation presented by the top card has been resolved, the player can flip over the bottom card. Then it’s up to you to interpret that card as either a reward or
When determining rewards, here are some effects to consider: Friendly Aid. The characters encounter another traveler or a friendly local resident who offers them food, shelter, information, or other
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
Bottom Card: Reward or Ruin Once the situation presented by the top card has been resolved, the player can flip over the bottom card. Then it’s up to you to interpret that card as either a reward or
When determining rewards, here are some effects to consider: Friendly Aid. The characters encounter another traveler or a friendly local resident who offers them food, shelter, information, or other