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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
the characters as heroes (or, if they failed, at least appreciates their attempt to help). Captain Nuxoll forgives the characters for infiltrating the Dran Enterprises portal network, and agrees to
Portal Encounters Each portal door leads to a different encounter. Opening any door transports all characters in the portal nexus into the area beyond, with the entrance portal disappearing behind
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
the characters as heroes (or, if they failed, at least appreciates their attempt to help). Captain Nuxoll forgives the characters for infiltrating the Dran Enterprises portal network, and agrees to
Portal Encounters Each portal door leads to a different encounter. Opening any door transports all characters in the portal nexus into the area beyond, with the entrance portal disappearing behind
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
Rezmir Because they are enemies, Rezmir does not warn Talis that attackers might be coming through the portal on her heels, but instead slips off to Skyreach Castle (see chapter 8) with the intent of
Captain Othelstan in Parnast to receive a full report on the status of the cult raids and to inform the captain of the possible arrival of adventurers. Tracking her successfully requires a DC 23 Wisdom
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
Rezmir Because they are enemies, Rezmir does not warn Talis that attackers might be coming through the portal on her heels, but instead slips off to Skyreach Castle (see chapter 8) with the intent of
Captain Othelstan in Parnast to receive a full report on the status of the cult raids and to inform the captain of the possible arrival of adventurers. Tracking her successfully requires a DC 23 Wisdom
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Morte’s Planar Parade
wandering priest who alone knows the ritual necessary to open a specific portal. 2 Several gnome mages seek help recovering their walking castle from a band of aggressive, spine-covered lizardfolk
influenced by the Abyss. 3 The characters stumble across a youthful or elderly commoner who doesn’t know how they came to be in the Outlands and who wants only to go home. 4 A bandit captain and his gang
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Morte’s Planar Parade
wandering priest who alone knows the ritual necessary to open a specific portal. 2 Several gnome mages seek help recovering their walking castle from a band of aggressive, spine-covered lizardfolk
influenced by the Abyss. 3 The characters stumble across a youthful or elderly commoner who doesn’t know how they came to be in the Outlands and who wants only to go home. 4 A bandit captain and his gang
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
sail to the portal is less treacherous. If the characters ask locals about hiring a boat or wander the docks, they’ll meet Bkol Steelbane, captain of the Courier. Courier Bkol Steelbane (chaotic good
, orc veteran) is a lanky sailor and one of two captains of the Courier. The other captain is the Courier itself, as the vessel is an amalgam of longship and joke-loving, sapient giant raven. The pair
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
sail to the portal is less treacherous. If the characters ask locals about hiring a boat or wander the docks, they’ll meet Bkol Steelbane, captain of the Courier. Courier Bkol Steelbane (chaotic good
, orc veteran) is a lanky sailor and one of two captains of the Courier. The other captain is the Courier itself, as the vessel is an amalgam of longship and joke-loving, sapient giant raven. The pair
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
artifact, or proximity to a portal to an elemental plane. But whatever its origin, it is obvious to the characters that they must maneuver the battle balloon through the storm, and retreat is not an
option. Have the characters select a role on the battle balloon from one of the following: Captain, providing leadership to the other characters and crew Pilot, charting a safe course Weapon master
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
artifact, or proximity to a portal to an elemental plane. But whatever its origin, it is obvious to the characters that they must maneuver the battle balloon through the storm, and retreat is not an
option. Have the characters select a role on the battle balloon from one of the following: Captain, providing leadership to the other characters and crew Pilot, charting a safe course Weapon master
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
. The check’s DC is chosen or randomly determined by rolling a d4 on the Whirlpool Rank table. The captain, first mate, bosun, and quartermaster each make an ability check, as shown on the Whirlpool
Captain Intelligence (water vehicles) First mate Charisma (Intimidation) Bosun Strength (carpenter's tools) Quartermaster Wisdom (Nature) Whirlpool Check Results Result Effect Total Success The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
. The check’s DC is chosen or randomly determined by rolling a d4 on the Whirlpool Rank table. The captain, first mate, bosun, and quartermaster each make an ability check, as shown on the Whirlpool
Captain Intelligence (water vehicles) First mate Charisma (Intimidation) Bosun Strength (carpenter's tools) Quartermaster Wisdom (Nature) Whirlpool Check Results Result Effect Total Success The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
lingering fog occasionally assumes humanoid forms 9–10 Permanent portal to another plane of existence 11 Wishing well 12 Giant crystal shard protruding from the ground 13 Wrecked ship, which might be
nowhere near water 14–15 Haunted hill or barrow mound 16 River ferry guided by a skeletal captain 17 Field of petrified soldiers or other creatures 18 Forest of petrified or awakened trees 19 Canyon containing a dragons’ graveyard 20 Floating earth mote with a tower on it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
characters learn of the island’s history and how it connects to the undead attacks. They then have a chance to destroy the underwater source of evil — the twisted undead captain Syrgaul. Seeking the
undead in his watery lair, they discover the damaged magical seal that once kept the portal inside the Pit of Hatred closed. Only by resealing the rift can they end its corruption for good. PLACING THE
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
lingering fog occasionally assumes humanoid forms 9–10 Permanent portal to another plane of existence 11 Wishing well 12 Giant crystal shard protruding from the ground 13 Wrecked ship, which might be
nowhere near water 14–15 Haunted hill or barrow mound 16 River ferry guided by a skeletal captain 17 Field of petrified soldiers or other creatures 18 Forest of petrified or awakened trees 19 Canyon containing a dragons’ graveyard 20 Floating earth mote with a tower on it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
driving away a topaz dragon attempting to claim the sea devils’ territory.
7 A pirate captain tells stories of an adult topaz dragon’s legendary hoard while attempting to gather a crew to raid the
dragon’s lair.
8 A ship wrecks near an adult topaz dragon’s lair. The dragon claims what’s left of the cargo and tries to ransom the survivors (including the dragonborn ship captain) back to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
driving away a topaz dragon attempting to claim the sea devils’ territory.
7 A pirate captain tells stories of an adult topaz dragon’s legendary hoard while attempting to gather a crew to raid the
dragon’s lair.
8 A ship wrecks near an adult topaz dragon’s lair. The dragon claims what’s left of the cargo and tries to ransom the survivors (including the dragonborn ship captain) back to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
characters learn of the island’s history and how it connects to the undead attacks. They then have a chance to destroy the underwater source of evil — the twisted undead captain Syrgaul. Seeking the
undead in his watery lair, they discover the damaged magical seal that once kept the portal inside the Pit of Hatred closed. Only by resealing the rift can they end its corruption for good. PLACING THE
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
. Alien Island Story Hooks d4 Story Hook 1 The leader has a spell scroll of true resurrection among its belongings. 2 The island contains a piece of a tablet with instructions on how to open a portal
pirate captain (see appendix C), 1 pirate bosun (see appendix C), 2d4 pirate deck wizards (see appendix C), and 8d10 bandits 3 1d6 flesh golems, 1d4 priests, and 2d10 acolytes 4 2d4 veterans, 2d10
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
. Alien Island Story Hooks d4 Story Hook 1 The leader has a spell scroll of true resurrection among its belongings. 2 The island contains a piece of a tablet with instructions on how to open a portal
pirate captain (see appendix C), 1 pirate bosun (see appendix C), 2d4 pirate deck wizards (see appendix C), and 8d10 bandits 3 1d6 flesh golems, 1d4 priests, and 2d10 acolytes 4 2d4 veterans, 2d10
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Scions of Elemental Evil
keyhole. Portal. When a cult leader’s key (see areas T6, T8, and T10) is turned in this lock, the altar’s flames roar to the ceiling and form a burning archway that acts as a portal. Creatures who climb
into the bowl and walk through the flames are teleported to the Primordial Nexus (see map 1.2). The portal remains as long as the key is in place and for 1 minute after the key is removed. T10
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Scions of Elemental Evil
keyhole. Portal. When a cult leader’s key (see areas T6, T8, and T10) is turned in this lock, the altar’s flames roar to the ceiling and form a burning archway that acts as a portal. Creatures who climb
into the bowl and walk through the flames are teleported to the Primordial Nexus (see map 1.2). The portal remains as long as the key is in place and for 1 minute after the key is removed. T10
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Silvermane The characters’ primary contact is Jalester Silvermane (see appendix B), a field agent who reports to Open Lord Laeral Silverhand. Jalester spends much of his time in the Yawning Portal and
failures, with each check representing 8 hours of investigation. Other characters can assist, granting advantage on the checks. Harko (bandit captain) has two kenku companions that fight by his side. Reward
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Silvermane The characters’ primary contact is Jalester Silvermane (see appendix B), a field agent who reports to Open Lord Laeral Silverhand. Jalester spends much of his time in the Yawning Portal and
failures, with each check representing 8 hours of investigation. Other characters can assist, granting advantage on the checks. Harko (bandit captain) has two kenku companions that fight by his side. Reward
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
These two stone buildings on a small island in the Merchants’ Quarter are the base of operations for Harbor Master Tak Merakin (NE female half-orc bandit captain) and her constables (twelve NE human
that the tower is haunted by devils and contains a portal to the Nine Hells. 10. Mortuary The lack of a strong religious presence in the Styes means that the task of dealing with the dead falls to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
These two stone buildings on a small island in the Merchants’ Quarter are the base of operations for Harbor Master Tak Merakin (NE female half-orc bandit captain) and her constables (twelve NE human
that the tower is haunted by devils and contains a portal to the Nine Hells. 10. Mortuary The lack of a strong religious presence in the Styes means that the task of dealing with the dead falls to the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
schmoozing might gain information from knowledgeable sages regarding existing portals to Mechanus, or unique rituals that can open a temporary portal. If the characters are successful in helping Stevie get
getting a percentage of) such activities could be set up with the shady business practice activity — possibly connecting to any deal the characters have recently struck with the newly installed captain of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
schmoozing might gain information from knowledgeable sages regarding existing portals to Mechanus, or unique rituals that can open a temporary portal. If the characters are successful in helping Stevie get
getting a percentage of) such activities could be set up with the shady business practice activity — possibly connecting to any deal the characters have recently struck with the newly installed captain of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
new captain has taken charge of a band of pirates or bandits and started raiding more frequently. Levels 5–10: Heroes of the Realm At this tier, characters undertake adventures that might determine the
attract the attention of powerful foes. Levels 11–16 Adventure Situations 1d12 Situation 1 A portal to the Abyss opens in a cursed location and spews demons into the world. 2 A band of hunting
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
new captain has taken charge of a band of pirates or bandits and started raiding more frequently. Levels 5–10: Heroes of the Realm At this tier, characters undertake adventures that might determine the
attract the attention of powerful foes. Levels 11–16 Adventure Situations 1d12 Situation 1 A portal to the Abyss opens in a cursed location and spews demons into the world. 2 A band of hunting
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
with the names of the adventurers who retrieved his signet ring from Undermountain. The news inspires Joroth Brighthelm, a dwarf spy for the Lords’ Alliance, to visit the Yawning Portal. Joroth
a Runestone Fragment Prerequisite: 12th level or higher Volothamp Geddarm introduces the characters to a friend of his: a young captain of the City Watch named Jalester Silvermane. If the characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
with the names of the adventurers who retrieved his signet ring from Undermountain. The news inspires Joroth Brighthelm, a dwarf spy for the Lords’ Alliance, to visit the Yawning Portal. Joroth
a Runestone Fragment Prerequisite: 12th level or higher Volothamp Geddarm introduces the characters to a friend of his: a young captain of the City Watch named Jalester Silvermane. If the characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
from the ship’s captain, Inda, who Lysan and Zastra assume either died during the crash or is stranded elsewhere in the wreckage. Lysan and Zastra introduce Ilren to the party. If the characters are
malfunctioned when the ship crashed, and now teleportation magic used within the wreck is warped. Instead of teleporting creatures, the magic instead spawns a portal that leads somewhere else in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
from the ship’s captain, Inda, who Lysan and Zastra assume either died during the crash or is stranded elsewhere in the wreckage. Lysan and Zastra introduce Ilren to the party. If the characters are
malfunctioned when the ship crashed, and now teleportation magic used within the wreck is warped. Instead of teleporting creatures, the magic instead spawns a portal that leads somewhere else in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
. A massive chain, tethered to the floor and held stiff by a thick layer of muddy ice, extends up into the howling portal set within the chamber’s vaulted ceiling. Power Vacuum Bedlam was nearly
(see Monsters of the Multiverse) who ride icy clouds spun from the town’s unstable winds. Their leader, Dust Devil (chaotic evil, air genasi bandit captain), derives sick satisfaction from tormenting