present accept and his clanging

Satyr Legacy

Species Mythic Odysseys of Theros

all, and the proper response to such a gift, as far as most satyrs are concerned, is to accept it with relish. Born of the Wild In their physical forms, satyrs embody a fusion of humanoid

to forget the constraints of time, to let go of the future and past, and to be wholly in the present moment. For satyrs, encountering life with all the senses honors the gods, and—most

Kenku Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

. They settle in places that accept them, usually bleak cities that have fallen on hard times and are overrun with crime. Dreams of Flight Above all else, kenku wish to regain their ability to fly

legitimate trades. These kenku adopt noises made as part of their craft. A sailor duplicates the sound of a fluttering sail, while a smith mimics the clanging of a hammer on metal. Non-kenku describe these folk by their trade sounds, such as Sail Snap, Hammerer, and Cutter.

Setup

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

recommendation to his superiors. If the characters accept, Nalaskur designates one character (preferably someone associated with the Zhentarim) as the innkeeper and tells him or her where the keys are, and of

present as events unfold. Since the Zhentarim controls the Bargewright Inn, any number of scouts, spies, and thugs might be present in the inn complex. These agents could be at rest or on special missions. In any case, all of them look out for Zhentarim interests.

Setup

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

recommendation to his superiors. If the characters accept, Nalaskur designates one character (preferably someone associated with the Zhentarim) as the innkeeper and tells him or her where the keys are, and of

present as events unfold. Since the Zhentarim controls the Bargewright Inn, any number of scouts, spies, and thugs might be present in the inn complex. These agents could be at rest or on special missions. In any case, all of them look out for Zhentarim interests.

The Master Plan

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

accept this assignment. Lay of the Land Assuming the lizardfolk, Garurt and Vyth, are present at the meeting, they produce a crude map that identifies the location of the sahuagin stronghold. It

made by the sahuagin are described in the “Sahuagin Stronghold” section below. If the lizardfolk are not present at the meeting, the map and the related information are provided by scouts who have

The Master Plan

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

accept this assignment. Lay of the Land Assuming the lizardfolk, Garurt and Vyth, are present at the meeting, they produce a crude map that identifies the location of the sahuagin stronghold. It

made by the sahuagin are described in the “Sahuagin Stronghold” section below. If the lizardfolk are not present at the meeting, the map and the related information are provided by scouts who have

Getting the Quest

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

evening, so the characters should have no trouble finding her once the job is completed. If the characters accept her quest, Dannika gives them her lantern (see appendix D) and explains how it works

each time they visit another town in Icewind Dale, there’s a cumulative 25 percent chance of chwingas being present. Searching a town for chwingas doesn’t take long if the characters use the lantern of

Getting the Quest

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

evening, so the characters should have no trouble finding her once the job is completed. If the characters accept her quest, Dannika gives them her lantern (see appendix D) and explains how it works

each time they visit another town in Icewind Dale, there’s a cumulative 25 percent chance of chwingas being present. Searching a town for chwingas doesn’t take long if the characters use the lantern of

7. Traders' Grotto

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

deep gnome. If the characters approach him openly and present the sack to him, he muffles a gasp as he looks around, then quickly ushers the characters into the stall, admonishing them to talk

first time the characters visit the Traders’ Grotto without an escort, a clanging bell sounds near the main entrance. When this happens, read the following boxed text to the players. The deep gnomes

7. Traders' Grotto

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

deep gnome. If the characters approach him openly and present the sack to him, he muffles a gasp as he looks around, then quickly ushers the characters into the stall, admonishing them to talk

first time the characters visit the Traders’ Grotto without an escort, a clanging bell sounds near the main entrance. When this happens, read the following boxed text to the players. The deep gnomes

Rewards

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

reneges on a promise. Allow me to present something much more valuable.” He holds out a scroll tube. “The deed to a remarkable property here in Waterdeep! We’ll need a magistrate to witness the transfer of

investigating it might yield a chapter for his next book, Volo’s Guide to Spirits and Specters. If the characters accept their reward, Volo sets up a meeting with a tiefling magistrate named Kylynne

Saidra d'Honaire

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

his rightful home by a vicious younger brother. The young girl took pleasure in lording that fact over other peasant children, proclaiming herself superior by birth despite her present circumstances

stepsisters laughed at her, and her father admitted the truth. He had been only a servant in the duke’s household and fled when he was caught trying to steal silver from the kitchen. Saidra refused to accept

Rewards

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

reneges on a promise. Allow me to present something much more valuable.” He holds out a scroll tube. “The deed to a remarkable property here in Waterdeep! We’ll need a magistrate to witness the transfer of

investigating it might yield a chapter for his next book, Volo’s Guide to Spirits and Specters. If the characters accept their reward, Volo sets up a meeting with a tiefling magistrate named Kylynne

Entering Candlekeep

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

. Please present your gift for inspection.” All three monks are neutral good priests of Deneir. (Apply racial traits to their statistics as needed.) The monks study any book or scroll that’s handed to

them, the holy symbols around their necks glowing faintly as they do. The monks are happy to accept either Apocalypto (the black-covered tome found in Vanthampur Villa; see area V13), Falaster Fisk’s

Saidra d'Honaire

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

his rightful home by a vicious younger brother. The young girl took pleasure in lording that fact over other peasant children, proclaiming herself superior by birth despite her present circumstances

stepsisters laughed at her, and her father admitted the truth. He had been only a servant in the duke’s household and fled when he was caught trying to steal silver from the kitchen. Saidra refused to accept

Entering Candlekeep

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

. Please present your gift for inspection.” All three monks are neutral good priests of Deneir. (Apply racial traits to their statistics as needed.) The monks study any book or scroll that’s handed to

them, the holy symbols around their necks glowing faintly as they do. The monks are happy to accept either Apocalypto (the black-covered tome found in Vanthampur Villa; see area V13), Falaster Fisk’s

Run the Encounter

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Intro to Stormwreck Isle

characters can use Charisma checks (applying Persuasion, Intimidation, or perhaps Deception skills, as appropriate) to get it to accept a lower amount; each successful DC 15 check reduces the amount he

weapons and casting spells. Explain the character’s different weapons and spell attacks. This merrow looks fearsome but doesn't present too much of a threat to the characters. They should be able

Run the Encounter

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Intro to Stormwreck Isle

characters can use Charisma checks (applying Persuasion, Intimidation, or perhaps Deception skills, as appropriate) to get it to accept a lower amount; each successful DC 15 check reduces the amount he

weapons and casting spells. Explain the character’s different weapons and spell attacks. This merrow looks fearsome but doesn't present too much of a threat to the characters. They should be able

Redeeming Zariel

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

accept its angelic spark back into her soul. The DC of this check is reduced by 5 for each of the following NPCs that are present when the characters try to redeem Zariel: Lulu. If Lulu is with the

characters must present Zariel with the argument to rejoin the celestial host, then make a DC 25 Charisma (Persuasion) check. If the check is successful, Zariel is convinced to grasp the sword and

Redeeming Zariel

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

accept its angelic spark back into her soul. The DC of this check is reduced by 5 for each of the following NPCs that are present when the characters try to redeem Zariel: Lulu. If Lulu is with the

characters must present Zariel with the argument to rejoin the celestial host, then make a DC 25 Charisma (Persuasion) check. If the check is successful, Zariel is convinced to grasp the sword and

3. Parade of Fools

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

“through the Lady’s dream” as the myconids do. Characters who accept the offer gain Zuggtmoy’s gift (see the sidebar). If present, Stool tells the characters it has no idea what Voosbur is talking

. Roleplaying Rumpadump Rumpadump is as introverted as Stool is outgoing, preferring to hang back and not use its rapport spores unless absolutely necessary. Whether Stool is present or not, Rumpadump

3. Parade of Fools

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

“through the Lady’s dream” as the myconids do. Characters who accept the offer gain Zuggtmoy’s gift (see the sidebar). If present, Stool tells the characters it has no idea what Voosbur is talking

. Roleplaying Rumpadump Rumpadump is as introverted as Stool is outgoing, preferring to hang back and not use its rapport spores unless absolutely necessary. Whether Stool is present or not, Rumpadump

The Cauldron Caper

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

Charisma (Persuasion) check can convince him to sweeten the deal, in which case he offers up to ten 500 gp gemstones. If the characters accept his offer, Danneth needs 48 hours to call in some debts and

are knocked unconscious rather than slain. Development Characters at the Town Hall can attempt to thwart the robbery. If no characters are present during the robbery, the theft becomes apparent when

Special NPCs

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

the adventure. Once the dust has settled, the surviving NPCs approach the characters and present their quests (not necessarily all at once). The characters are under no obligation to accept and

The Cauldron Caper

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

Charisma (Persuasion) check can convince him to sweeten the deal, in which case he offers up to ten 500 gp gemstones. If the characters accept his offer, Danneth needs 48 hours to call in some debts and

are knocked unconscious rather than slain. Development Characters at the Town Hall can attempt to thwart the robbery. If no characters are present during the robbery, the theft becomes apparent when

Life in the Poleis

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

extensively. Its Abora Market, just inside the city gates, is open to outsiders only on certain days, and Setessan merchants prefer to barter goods rather than accept currency. Despite these restrictions

important venue for recreation is the theater. The works of celebrated playwrights, past and present, are regularly produced by casts of professional actors. On occasion, a storyteller, accompanied by a

Life in the Poleis

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

extensively. Its Abora Market, just inside the city gates, is open to outsiders only on certain days, and Setessan merchants prefer to barter goods rather than accept currency. Despite these restrictions

important venue for recreation is the theater. The works of celebrated playwrights, past and present, are regularly produced by casts of professional actors. On occasion, a storyteller, accompanied by a

Special NPCs

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

the adventure. Once the dust has settled, the surviving NPCs approach the characters and present their quests (not necessarily all at once). The characters are under no obligation to accept and

Mortuary Encounters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Adventure Atlas: The Mortuary

Mortuary Encounters The following tables present encounters characters might face in the Mortuary. Mortuary Encounters, Tier 1 (Levels 1–4) d10 Encounter 1 A decapitated zombie with the blinded

its undead army, lingers outside a derelict crypt. The monster accosts any non-Undead it encounters. 4 An arcanaloth testator informs the characters they much each present a copy of their last will and

Mortuary Encounters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Adventure Atlas: The Mortuary

Mortuary Encounters The following tables present encounters characters might face in the Mortuary. Mortuary Encounters, Tier 1 (Levels 1–4) d10 Encounter 1 A decapitated zombie with the blinded

its undead army, lingers outside a derelict crypt. The monster accosts any non-Undead it encounters. 4 An arcanaloth testator informs the characters they much each present a copy of their last will and

Mages of High Sorcery