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Player’s Handbook
connection to the Lower Planes is the tiefling’s fiendish legacy, which comes with the promise of power yet has no effect on the tiefling’s moral outlook.
A tiefling chooses whether to
chthonic legacy feel not only the tug of Carceri but also the greed of Gehenna and the gloom of Hades. Some of these tieflings look cadaverous. Others possess the unearthly beauty of a succubus, or
Monsters
The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
into allowing her to serve as the primary liaison between the League of Malevolence and the Hourglass Coven, claiming her pact with Baba Yaga made her better suited for the role than anyone else
effective melee combatant. She is more dangerous when she can use magic from a safe distance. She can also use her faerie fire spell to make foes easier for her allies to hit.
League of Malevolence
The
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
branch to seal the promise.
“The Kindly Lord does not issue invitations to their court lightly. I suggest you accept.”
—Gwyddion, messenger of Talion
High Fae
Ageless and
Lord is also known for following their own mysterious whims, journeying to the farthest reaches of Eldraine to satiate their curiosity.Bludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing from Nonmagical
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
tirelessness, which makes them exceptional guards. In the necropoleis, this sees many Returned employed as sentries, though they might also be messengers or laborers. If threatened, groups of these Returned
, which manifest as separate beings known as eidolons. The experience of escaping the Underworld also causes them to lose their faces, which become expressionless surfaces with empty eye sockets and gaping
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
, which manifest as separate beings known as eidolons. The experience of escaping the Underworld also causes them to lose their faces, which become expressionless surfaces with empty eye sockets and gaping
.
Returned Masks. Adventurers who defeat Returned foes might marvel at their fortune in claiming such rich spoils after a battle. The mask of a Returned is worth approximately 100 gp, based on its
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
), the Returned lose their identities, which manifest as separate beings known as eidolons. The experience of escaping the Underworld also causes them to lose their faces, which become expressionless
shadow plays without weight or substance.
Returned Masks. Adventurers who defeat Returned foes might marvel at their fortune in claiming such rich spoils after a battle. The mask of a Returned is worth
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
DC 19 Wisdom saving throw or have the charmed condition until the start of its next turn. While charmed, the creature also has the incapacitated condition.
Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If the high
been given dominion over a small aspect of the natural world; there are dukes and duchesses for each of the seasons, and noble archivists track every promise made and broken within the borders of
Monsters
Curse of Strahd
claiming her as his wife.
Strahd was upset that the dusk elves had taken Patrina from him. After securing her body and entombing it in the catacombs of Ravenloft, Strahd sent Rahadin to punish the dusk
elves. Rahadin slew the female elves so that the males couldn't breed. He also sliced off the ears of Patrina's brother, Kasimir, who had orchestrated the stoning.
Screams of the Dead. So dreadful a
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
a DC 14 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened for 1 minute. If the save fails by 5 or more, the target also ages 1d4;{"diceNotation":"1d4","rollType":"roll","rollAction":"Horrifying Visage"} ×
followed her fellow wizards to Icewind Dale. She caught up to them in Bryn Shander and made her presence known, claiming she was sent by her master to aid the expedition with her divinations. Egos and
Monsters
Curse of Strahd
carnival wagon, with a pet monkey on his shoulder. He took over an abandoned tower on Lake Baratok before rolling into the town of Vallaki several months later. Claiming to be a carnival ringmaster
;while trying not to expose the secret society to their mutual enemy. He thinks the wereravens might prove helpful when the time comes. Van Richten also wants to take out as many of Strahd’s spies
Monsters
Mythic Odysseys of Theros
known as eidolons. The experience of escaping the Underworld also causes them to lose their faces, which become expressionless surfaces with empty eye sockets and gaping mouths. These blank surfaces
who defeat Returned foes might marvel at their fortune in claiming such rich spoils after a battle. The mask of a Returned is worth approximately 100 gp, based on its composition and craftsmanship
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
majority of the library, though it might also have repositories of lore that are too valuable, magical, or secret to permit anyone immediate access.
You have a working knowledge of your cloister’s
great deeds and win it back.
d6
Flaw
1
I am easily distracted by the promise of information.
2
Most people scream and run when they see a demon. I stop and take notes on
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
historians all participate with passing scholars from Candlekeep in a lively exchange of ideas, debating and collaborating in book-filled halls across the Upper and Lower City. The city is also rife
back.
d6
Flaw
1
I am easily distracted by the promise of information.
2
Most people scream and run when they see a demon. I stop and take notes on its anatomy.
3
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
The prospect of immense wealth is the promise of membership in the Orzhov Syndicate. All of the guild’s endeavors channel wealth from Ravnican society into the ranks of the Orzhov — and
; wealth.
Flaws
d6
Flaw
1
I hold a scandalous secret that could ruin my family forever — but could also earn me the favor of the Ghost Council.
2
I’m
monsters
Crawling Chaos sometimes contact these creatures, receiving dictates, omens, and secrets into the profane rituals dedicated to the Stalker Among the Stars. Hunting horrors are also summoned and bound to
cosmic secrets in return for a service or a promise.
Relentless Pursuers. As their name implies, these otherworldly terrors hunt. Spellcasters who bind them use them as assassins, bat-winged killers
Magic Items
Infernal Machine Rebuild
to it, Ruinblade also understands every language you know.
Personality. Ruinblade speaks either with a dolorous or frenetic tone, depending on its mood. That mood improves when the sword is actively
blank slate. It thus encourages its wielder to engage in constant destruction, claiming that this will allow the creation of a more superior vision from the ruin of what came before.
Barbarian
Legacy
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Basic Rules (2014)
fierce animal spirits. Others draw from a roiling reservoir of anger at a world full of pain. For every barbarian, rage is a power that fuels not just a battle frenzy but also uncanny reflexes
by the promise of riches? Did you join forces with soldiers of those lands to face a shared threat? Did monsters or an invading horde drive you out of your homeland, making you a rootless refugee
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Lair”). The characters can continue to Overlake Hold and meet with Captain Errde Blackskull (see “Overlake Hold”). The drow scout Xalith approaches the Stone Guards, claiming the characters as escaped
this point, they also meet Captain Errde Blackskull. Droki (see “Droki” in the “Blade Bazaar” section) accidentally bumps into the patrol, creating a distraction that allows the characters to escape. A
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
Lair”). The characters can continue to Overlake Hold and meet with Captain Errde Blackskull (see “Overlake Hold”). The drow scout Xalith approaches the Stone Guards, claiming the characters as escaped
this point, they also meet Captain Errde Blackskull. Droki (see “Droki” in the “Blade Bazaar” section) accidentally bumps into the patrol, creating a distraction that allows the characters to escape. A
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
departure point. Forgotten Realms. Godsbreath could be a region in Turmish, with Promise replacing Alaghôn or Nonthal. Godsbreath could also be part of Featherdale in the Dalelands, adding its
Setting the Adventure Enchanted farmers attack Aunt Dellie on the streets of Promise Use the following suggestions to help contextualize Godsbreath in a wider world: Through the Radiant Citadel
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
departure point. Forgotten Realms. Godsbreath could be a region in Turmish, with Promise replacing Alaghôn or Nonthal. Godsbreath could also be part of Featherdale in the Dalelands, adding its
Setting the Adventure Enchanted farmers attack Aunt Dellie on the streets of Promise Use the following suggestions to help contextualize Godsbreath in a wider world: Through the Radiant Citadel
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Starting the Adventure The adventure begins when the characters arrive in the town of Promise or, if they are already there, as they explore the Awakening Festival. Read or paraphrase the following
to set the scene: In the town of Promise, the annual Awakening Festival is underway, and the streets are alive with vibrant music. As the history of the land is recounted through song, musicians play
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Starting the Adventure The adventure begins when the characters arrive in the town of Promise or, if they are already there, as they explore the Awakening Festival. Read or paraphrase the following
to set the scene: In the town of Promise, the annual Awakening Festival is underway, and the streets are alive with vibrant music. As the history of the land is recounted through song, musicians play
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
, and merchants and trade guilds are vulnerable to his bargains. Mammon’s cultists can gain the Grasping Hands trait. Cult leaders can also gain the Promise of Wealth trait. Grasping Hands (Recharges
Cult of Mammon Goals: Wealth, secured not only to promise personal comfort and power but to deny wealth and its benefits to others. Typical Cultist: Bandit, bandit captain, cult fanatic, cultist
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
result, Athreos’s followers make grim opponents when they prioritize the needs of the dead over the living. Their mission also makes them ready foes of the Returned and their allies. Some seek to achieve
Villain
1 An oracle (see chapter 6) follows omens to find those who have been resurrected, claiming they owe Athreos a debt.
2 A mercenary (gladiator) accuses a community of harboring
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
result, Athreos’s followers make grim opponents when they prioritize the needs of the dead over the living. Their mission also makes them ready foes of the Returned and their allies. Some seek to achieve
Villain
1 An oracle (see chapter 6) follows omens to find those who have been resurrected, claiming they owe Athreos a debt.
2 A mercenary (gladiator) accuses a community of harboring
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
, and merchants and trade guilds are vulnerable to his bargains. Mammon’s cultists can gain the Grasping Hands trait. Cult leaders can also gain the Promise of Wealth trait. Grasping Hands (Recharges
Cult of Mammon Goals: Wealth, secured not only to promise personal comfort and power but to deny wealth and its benefits to others. Typical Cultist: Bandit, bandit captain, cult fanatic, cultist
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Afsoun offer the party personal treasures as a reward. Laleh gifts them her hat of disguise, while Afsoun offers an Ioun stone of leadership. The sisters also promise the characters a lifetime supply of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Manshoon A clone of the wizard Manshoon, one of the founders of the Zhentarim, is hiding in Waterdeep. He wants to rule the city, by claiming the cache of dragons and by using that wealth to bribe
the Masked Lords into making him the new Open Lord. He also wants to regain control of the Black Network. Manshoon lurks in Kolat Towers, a pair of wizards’ towers in the Trades Ward. This residence is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
has to say. She also reveals why she’s so unhappy. If the characters promise to reunite Moog with her husband, she is delighted and tries her best to help them in return. Moog knows where Chief Guh
DC 12 Charisma (Persuasion) check. If Moog is also bribed with food or treasure, this check is made with advantage. If the check succeeds, Moog stops attacking long enough to hear what the character
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
Manshoon A clone of the wizard Manshoon, one of the founders of the Zhentarim, is hiding in Waterdeep. He wants to rule the city, by claiming the cache of dragons and by using that wealth to bribe
the Masked Lords into making him the new Open Lord. He also wants to regain control of the Black Network. Manshoon lurks in Kolat Towers, a pair of wizards’ towers in the Trades Ward. This residence is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
Afsoun offer the party personal treasures as a reward. Laleh gifts them her hat of disguise, while Afsoun offers an Ioun stone of leadership. The sisters also promise the characters a lifetime supply of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
has to say. She also reveals why she’s so unhappy. If the characters promise to reunite Moog with her husband, she is delighted and tries her best to help them in return. Moog knows where Chief Guh
DC 12 Charisma (Persuasion) check. If Moog is also bribed with food or treasure, this check is made with advantage. If the check succeeds, Moog stops attacking long enough to hear what the character
Orc
Legacy
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Species
Volo's Guide to Monsters
raid just as another group returns, laden with severed heads, sacks of loot, and armfuls of food. Warriors also serve as scouts, bringing back detailed reports about the surrounding area so that the
wereboars and ettins, both creatures that can markedly improve a tribe’s murderous efficiency. For a promise of sufficient food and loot, a troll might accompany a tribe temporarily.
A group of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
worship houses, trader storehouses, schooling circles, and more. Promise is also home to the annual Awakening Festival, which brings together folk from across Godsbreath. Participants trade wares
of the region’s primary gods. Promise Promise is a town situated where the soil of the Ribbon meets the Nightwater Cove coast. Its paved streets and colorful two-story buildings are home to Covenant