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Mythic Odysseys of Theros
, drawn by its evil and the promise of warm meat. An abhorrent overlord has no sense of loyalty or camaraderie toward these sycophants and often devours members of its retinue, yet more of the same
in Theros—the Underworld's a big place with room for all the incarnate wickedness you desire.
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Monk
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seriously, approaching their adventures as personal tests of their physical and spiritual growth. As a rule, monks care little for material wealth and are driven by a desire to accomplish a greater
your formative years. Were you an orphan or a child left on the monastery’s threshold? Did your parents promise you to the monastery in gratitude for a service performed by the monks? Did you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
1,000 gp if they promise not to speak of what they have learned about Dragon’s Blessing and his eventual death. If the characters break their promise, rumors spread quickly, but the emperor does not
seemed driven by a desire to keep the empire safe—even if she did keep his impending death a secret. He favors exiling her but will consider whatever the characters propose.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
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
mortals who desire material wealth and provides them with the ability to spread that greed like an infection. The greedy duergar and even some dragons are prone to falling prey to Mammon’s temptations
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
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
mortals who desire material wealth and provides them with the ability to spread that greed like an infection. The greedy duergar and even some dragons are prone to falling prey to Mammon’s temptations
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
1,000 gp if they promise not to speak of what they have learned about Dragon’s Blessing and his eventual death. If the characters break their promise, rumors spread quickly, but the emperor does not
seemed driven by a desire to keep the empire safe—even if she did keep his impending death a secret. He favors exiling her but will consider whatever the characters propose.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
The Xorlarrin Alliance Duke Zalto’s alliance with House Xorlarrin is built on his firm promise that, once he climbs to the top of the ordning, he will use his forge and his newfound might to help
such a war would spell certain doom for the human, dwarven, and elven civilizations of the North — something the Xorlarrin drow desire above all else. By the time the characters begin their journey to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
The Xorlarrin Alliance Duke Zalto’s alliance with House Xorlarrin is built on his firm promise that, once he climbs to the top of the ordning, he will use his forge and his newfound might to help
such a war would spell certain doom for the human, dwarven, and elven civilizations of the North — something the Xorlarrin drow desire above all else. By the time the characters begin their journey to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
promise of powerful artifacts. Then he feeds on their souls to sustain his escapades across the multiverse.
History Hundreds of years ago, Acererak was a mortal mage from Oerth devoted to the
many archliches, Acererak doesn’t desire godhood. Nevertheless, his nefarious deeds have garnered him a substantial following. One such group of these followers founded the Bleak Academy, an institution of arcane and religious learning that extols Acererak’s power.
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Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
promise of powerful artifacts. Then he feeds on their souls to sustain his escapades across the multiverse.
History Hundreds of years ago, Acererak was a mortal mage from Oerth devoted to the
many archliches, Acererak doesn’t desire godhood. Nevertheless, his nefarious deeds have garnered him a substantial following. One such group of these followers founded the Bleak Academy, an institution of arcane and religious learning that extols Acererak’s power.
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Orc
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
diplomacy. They care only for satisfying their insatiable desire for battle, to smash their foes and appease their gods.
Booming Birth Rate
In order to replenish the casualties of their endless warring
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->Tyranny of Dragons
, because Taraz can and will harm creatures in his chamber.) The characters are perfectly safe in the corridor. (True, as long as Taraz is confined to area 22.) Taraz has no desire to harm the
efreeti’s ability to bestow a wish.) Freeing Taraz is as simple as breaking the line of salt across the entryway. (True.) In the end, Taraz is desperate to escape the dungeon, and he will promise almost
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
, because Taraz can and will harm creatures in his chamber.) The characters are perfectly safe in the corridor. (True, as long as Taraz is confined to area 22.) Taraz has no desire to harm the
efreeti’s ability to bestow a wish.) Freeing Taraz is as simple as breaking the line of salt across the entryway. (True.) In the end, Taraz is desperate to escape the dungeon, and he will promise almost
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
,” which the sisters promise to call for within a year. Any creature that accepts the bargain is taken to the studio in the temple tower (area T15), where the sisters work together to paint a beautiful
. After that, the beneficiary suddenly experiences the opposite of the intended effect of the ritual, which transforms the creature into the dark reflection of its initial desire. For example, those
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
,” which the sisters promise to call for within a year. Any creature that accepts the bargain is taken to the studio in the temple tower (area T15), where the sisters work together to paint a beautiful
. After that, the beneficiary suddenly experiences the opposite of the intended effect of the ritual, which transforms the creature into the dark reflection of its initial desire. For example, those
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
motivated by his desire to keep his current appearance. Second, Asmodeus decreed that any deal Baalzebul strikes shall end in disaster for the other party. For this reason, other devils avoid forming
talent for lying is well suited. Never forget that devils can speak lies to you at will, even though one might promise not to. Only a contract with the devil — one that it will try to get you to sign
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
motivated by his desire to keep his current appearance. Second, Asmodeus decreed that any deal Baalzebul strikes shall end in disaster for the other party. For this reason, other devils avoid forming
talent for lying is well suited. Never forget that devils can speak lies to you at will, even though one might promise not to. Only a contract with the devil — one that it will try to get you to sign
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
days at least. Layers 45–47: Azzagrat The demon lord Graz’zt embodies manipulation and cruelty, tempting mortals with the promise of appalling delights and decadent luxuries. He rules over the realm of
that lurks in the abyssal depths. The wretched Faceless Lord cares nothing for cultists or mortal servants, and its sole desire is to turn all creatures into formless copies of its horrid self. Zuggtmoy
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
days at least. Layers 45–47: Azzagrat The demon lord Graz’zt embodies manipulation and cruelty, tempting mortals with the promise of appalling delights and decadent luxuries. He rules over the realm of
that lurks in the abyssal depths. The wretched Faceless Lord cares nothing for cultists or mortal servants, and its sole desire is to turn all creatures into formless copies of its horrid self. Zuggtmoy
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
apart, the hag hopes to forestall her doom. While she was a guest in Motherhorn, Gleam learned the following information, which she shares with characters who promise to help her: Amidor and
that Amidor reunite Gleam with her twin before leading the characters to Hither or the Palace of Heart’s Desire. In addition to serving as the characters’ guide in Yon, Amidor acts as the de facto
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
particularly sapphires. Green Dragons. Dwarves and green dragons don’t often interact, and when they do, the dragon doesn’t usually threaten them directly. A typical green dragon has no burning desire
with it in return for the promise of great wealth. Dwarves who have been touched by Abbathor might succumb to this temptation — only to find themselves imprisoned in the dragon’s lair, sentenced to a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
apart, the hag hopes to forestall her doom. While she was a guest in Motherhorn, Gleam learned the following information, which she shares with characters who promise to help her: Amidor and
that Amidor reunite Gleam with her twin before leading the characters to Hither or the Palace of Heart’s Desire. In addition to serving as the characters’ guide in Yon, Amidor acts as the de facto
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
, uncaring of the events of the world. They remarked on how the halflings enjoyed the simple pleasures of the moment, such as food and music, family, and friendship, and how they seemed to desire no more than
politely they would as an elf visitor. This openness doesn’t extend all the way to naiveté. Halflings won’t be taken in by merely a promise of good intentions, and their instinct for self-preservation
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
new victims, rarely sleeping and never settling down. Only a large-scale assault, such as the massacre of an entire village, can satisfy their desire even temporarily. A sated gnoll rests, knowing
are plagued by visions sent by Yeenoghu. The promise of ultimate power, fueled by acts of brutality, tempt and torment it. Most folk ascribe these feelings to a fleeting bout of depression or madness
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
new victims, rarely sleeping and never settling down. Only a large-scale assault, such as the massacre of an entire village, can satisfy their desire even temporarily. A sated gnoll rests, knowing
are plagued by visions sent by Yeenoghu. The promise of ultimate power, fueled by acts of brutality, tempt and torment it. Most folk ascribe these feelings to a fleeting bout of depression or madness
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
particularly sapphires. Green Dragons. Dwarves and green dragons don’t often interact, and when they do, the dragon doesn’t usually threaten them directly. A typical green dragon has no burning desire
with it in return for the promise of great wealth. Dwarves who have been touched by Abbathor might succumb to this temptation — only to find themselves imprisoned in the dragon’s lair, sentenced to a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
, uncaring of the events of the world. They remarked on how the halflings enjoyed the simple pleasures of the moment, such as food and music, family, and friendship, and how they seemed to desire no more than
politely they would as an elf visitor. This openness doesn’t extend all the way to naiveté. Halflings won’t be taken in by merely a promise of good intentions, and their instinct for self-preservation
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Upper Palace Locations Palace of Heart’s Desire, Upper View Player Version P32. Minstrels’ Gallery This balcony extends out over the banquet hall (area P18). The door on the west wall is sealed with
to cast). P43. Mirror of Heart’s Desire The door to this room is sealed with a lion crown lock (see “Crown Locks” earlier in the chapter). This marble hall is empty except for a tall mirror mounted in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Upper Palace Locations Palace of Heart’s Desire, Upper View Player Version P32. Minstrels’ Gallery This balcony extends out over the banquet hall (area P18). The door on the west wall is sealed with
to cast). P43. Mirror of Heart’s Desire The door to this room is sealed with a lion crown lock (see “Crown Locks” earlier in the chapter). This marble hall is empty except for a tall mirror mounted in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
the incarnate wickedness you desire.
(SLAWOMIR MANIAK) Abhorrent Overlord Abhorrent overlords are gaunt, bipedal creatures whose gray, leathery skin is in stark contrast to the gleaming jewelry made
their way. Fell Minions. Harpies, vultures, crows, and other flying scavengers are attracted to an overlord’s presence, drawn by its evil and the promise of warm meat. An abhorrent overlord has no
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
aren’t interested in treaties, trade negotiations or diplomacy. They care only for satisfying their insatiable desire for battle, to smash their foes and appease their gods. Booming Birth Rate In order
a tribe’s murderous efficiency. For a promise of sufficient food and loot, a troll might accompany a tribe temporarily. A group of orcs can be dominated by evil creatures of immense power, and they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
the incarnate wickedness you desire.
(SLAWOMIR MANIAK) Abhorrent Overlord Abhorrent overlords are gaunt, bipedal creatures whose gray, leathery skin is in stark contrast to the gleaming jewelry made
their way. Fell Minions. Harpies, vultures, crows, and other flying scavengers are attracted to an overlord’s presence, drawn by its evil and the promise of warm meat. An abhorrent overlord has no
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
aren’t interested in treaties, trade negotiations or diplomacy. They care only for satisfying their insatiable desire for battle, to smash their foes and appease their gods. Booming Birth Rate In order
a tribe’s murderous efficiency. For a promise of sufficient food and loot, a troll might accompany a tribe temporarily. A group of orcs can be dominated by evil creatures of immense power, and they
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
absolute hold over the land of Barovia. They keep a low profile and have no desire to incur Strahd’s wrath again. Luvash Arrigal N9a. Kasimir’s Hovel If the characters approach the house at the base of the
here, it is in Kasimir’s possession. He relinquishes it if the characters promise to accompany him to the Amber Temple and help him find a way to bring his sister Patrina back from the dead. N9b. Dusk
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
absolute hold over the land of Barovia. They keep a low profile and have no desire to incur Strahd’s wrath again. Luvash Arrigal N9a. Kasimir’s Hovel If the characters approach the house at the base of the
here, it is in Kasimir’s possession. He relinquishes it if the characters promise to accompany him to the Amber Temple and help him find a way to bring his sister Patrina back from the dead. N9b. Dusk