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Dungeon Master’s Guide
a lich.
A treacherous lieutenant named Kas the Betrayer;Kas brought Vecna’s rule to an end in a terrible battle. Of Vecna, all that remained were one hand and one eye, grisly Artifacts that
Vecna the Archlich;Vecna was a mighty wizard who, through magic and conquest, forged a terrible empire. For all his power, however, Vecna feared death and took steps to prevent his demise by becoming
Eye and Hand of Vecna
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Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Seldom is the name of Vecna spoken except in a hushed voice. Vecna was, in his time, one of the mightiest of all wizards. Through dark magic and conquest, he forged a terrible empire. For all his
power, Vecna couldn’t escape his own mortality. He began to fear death and take steps to prevent his end from ever coming about.
Orcus, the demon prince of undeath, taught Vecna a ritual that
Sword of Kas
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Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
power grew, so did his hubris. His sword urged him to supplant Vecna, so that they could rule the lich’s empire in Vecna’s stead. Legend says Vecna’s destruction came at Kas’s
When Vecna grew in power, he appointed an evil and ruthless lieutenant, Kas the Bloody Handed, to act as his bodyguard and right hand. This despicable villain served as advisor, warlord, and assassin
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Xanathar's Guide to Everything
to consort with the powers of the Nine Hells, valuing the rule of law over the balm of mercy. The archdevil Bel, warlord of Avernus, counts many of these paladins — called hell knights &mdash
; as his most ardent supporters. Hell knights cover their armor with trophies taken from fallen enemies, a grim warning to any who dare oppose them and the decrees of their lords. These knights are often
classes
Xanathar's Guide to Everything
to consort with the powers of the Nine Hells, valuing the rule of law over the balm of mercy. The archdevil Bel, warlord of Avernus, counts many of these paladins — called hell knights &mdash
; as his most ardent supporters. Hell knights cover their armor with trophies taken from fallen enemies, a grim warning to any who dare oppose them and the decrees of their lords. These knights are often
Monsters
Storm King's Thunder
":"spell", "rollAction":"Spellcasting"} to hit with spell attacks):
At will: light, sacred flame, thaumaturgy
1/day each: augury (cast as 1 action), bane, banishment, bestow curse, command, cure wounds
, and the yakfolk foster that image until the strangers can be disarmed and taken prisoner.
In their seemingly idyllic hideaways, the yakfolk rule with iron fists, and for all their learning and
Bugbear
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
acts for bugbears. Garroting an unsuspecting creature and defeating foes in open battle are seen as acts of worship, in the same way that dwarves consider metalsmithing to be sacred to Moradin.
The
bugbears recognize two other gods, both of which they disdain and fear: Maglubiyet and Skiggaret.
Maglubiyet, the leader of the goblinoid pantheon, forced both brothers to submit to his rule, but
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
members of Valor’s Call include the dwarf Fighter Elkhorn, the human Cleric Mercion, the human Rogue Molliver, and the human Wizard Ringlerun.
Vecna Vecna (VECK-nah) had humble beginnings in the Greyhawk
the Book of Vile Darkness (described in chapter 7). Armed with that dread tome, he forged a kingdom to rule, with the vampire Kas as his lieutenant. But Kas betrayed and killed him, leaving only one
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
totem spirits were defeated by Uthgar and where the heroes of the tribes are interred—are sacred to you.
Your bond is undoubtedly associated with your tribe or some aspect of Uthgardt philosophy or
. (Good)
3
Honor. If I dishonor myself, I dishonor my whole clan. (Lawful)
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Might. The strongest are meant to rule. (Evil)
5
Nature. The natural world is more important than all the
Hexblood
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Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
changed you and forced you from your home.
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A slighted druid transformed you and bound you to live only so long as a sacred tree bears fruit.
Hexbloods in the Domains of Dread
When
scores by 2 and increase a different score by 1, or you increase three different scores by 1. You follow this rule regardless of the method you use to determine the scores, such as rolling or point
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
people from a fearsome demon. The play used to be a Shabe Taabaan tradition, but performances were outlawed by the Brightguard in one of Atash’s earliest decrees due to the play’s glamorized portrayal
of secular rule. The Silent Roar secretly performs The First Queen in different spaces throughout the city. There’s another performance coming up this evening. The evening performance of The First
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
, Kas faithfully served the lich, but as Kas’s power grew, so did his hubris. His sword urged him to supplant Vecna, so that they could rule the lich’s empire in Vecna’s stead. Legend says Vecna’s
Sword of Kas Wondrous item, artifact (requires attunement) When Vecna grew in power, he appointed an evil and ruthless lieutenant, Kas the Bloody Handed, to act as his bodyguard and right hand. This
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
reason, Kas brought the Undying King’s rule to an end in a terrible battle that left Vecna’s tower a heap of ash. Of Vecna, all that remained were one hand and one eye, grisly artifacts that still seek
Eye and Hand of Vecna Wondrous item, artifact (requires attunement) Seldom is the name of Vecna spoken except in a hushed voice. Vecna was, in his time, one of the mightiest of all wizards. Through
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
and took steps to prevent his demise by becoming a lich. A treacherous lieutenant named Kas brought Vecna’s rule to an end in a terrible battle. Of Vecna, all that remained were one hand and one eye
Eye and Hand of Vecna Wondrous Item, Artifact (Requires Attunement) Vecna was a mighty wizard who, through magic and conquest, forged a terrible empire. For all his power, however, Vecna feared death
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
so far as to consort with the powers of the Nine Hells, valuing the rule of law over the balm of mercy. The archdevil Bel, warlord of Avernus, counts many of these paladins — called hell knights — as
his most ardent supporters. Hell knights cover their armor with trophies taken from fallen enemies, a grim warning to any who dare oppose them and the decrees of their lords. These knights are often
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
following his decrees can Sangarians prevent another demonic incursion. He deems those who oppose him outlaws. Personality Trait. “I’m being tested. I’ve not heard the Sunweaver’s voice since my rule
lost. After smiting Zolmate Shab’s fiendish army with righteous fury, Atash elected to stay, believing his mission incomplete. In the early years of his rule, Atash walked among the common folk
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
Teleportation As long as Vecna is conducting his ritual, teleportation magic doesn’t function in this place or any of the connected demiplanes. There is an exception to this rule: thanks to their Vecna’s Links
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
order and its monastery. A tomb within the monastery contains Samular’s remains as well as the phylactery of his brother, Renwick Caradoon, who dwells in the Sacred Stone Monastery (see “Haunted Keeps
” above) as a lich. Lady Ushien Stormbanner (female Tethyrian human knight of Tyr) oversees Summit Hall. Veterans, many of them scarred and grim, train novices and instruct them in the moral “Rule of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Mount Celestia The single sacred mountain of Mount Celestia rises from a shining Silver Sea to heights barely visible and utterly incomprehensible, with seven plateaus marking its seven heavenly
the purest souls can. Gazing toward that peak fills even the most jaded of travelers with awe. Optional Rule: Blessed Beneficence In contrast to the dissonance experienced by evil creatures here, good
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
rule Avernus in Zariel’s stead, with Tiamat by his side and armies of abishai and infernal dragons at his back. After contemplating this notion, Arkhan raises the Hand of Vecna and boasts, “With this
with trying to find a way to free Tiamat from the Nine Hells while also staving off the physical deterioration caused by the Hand of Vecna. He won’t entertain thoughts of vanquishing Zariel unless
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
can strip it of its spellcasting ability, if not its life. The archpriest’s decrees are enforced by monitors, devout kuo-toa that act as the archpriest’s eyes and ears. Monitors are deadly hand-to-hand
to hit with spell attacks). The kuo-toa has the following cleric spells prepared:
Cantrips (at will): guidance, sacred flame, thaumaturgy
1st level (4 slots): detect magic, sanctuary, shield of
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
forge unholy armies or rule over hidden realms in mockery of true gods, while others might seek to escape their accursed families. One day I might be the god of storms—mind countless followers, answer
Advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects.
Actions
Multiattack. The empyrean makes two attacks, using Sacred Weapon or Divine Ray in any combination.
Sacred Weapon. Melee
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within
readies knights for bold quests, makes her “Decrees of Faith,” and employs harsh inquisitors in hidden torture chambers and reeducation cells. Lake Amenta Icy Lake Amenta is said to hide a golden realm
undoing, but they endlessly squabble over how best to rule after her downfall. Shadowborn Manor Ebonbane tempts virtuous souls to Shadowborn Manor, crushes their faith, and takes control of their bodies
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
warrior researches ways to assert his will over the artifact known as the Hand of Vecna, so he can use its secrets to free the evil dragon queen Tiamat from the Nine Hells. Arkhan has traveled to a nearby
): chill touch, mending, resistance, sacred flame, spare the dying, thaumaturgy
1st level (4 slots): cure wounds, detect evil and good, false life, inflict wounds, ray of sickness
2nd level (3
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
. Good and Evil Weirds. Like most elementals, a water weird has no concept of good or evil. However, a water weird bound to a sacred or befouled source of water begins to take on the nature of that site
. “Before you drink from a fountain or pool, toss a copper coin into it. It’s a small price to pay for your life.”
— X the Mystic’s 2nd rule of dungeon survival
Water Weird
Large elemental
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
fight constantly for survival, and in that respect the lives of all githyanki became easier. The mission laid out by Vlaakith in her grand proclamation remains of utmost importance. Her rule remains
raids, she risks her best warriors and marauders becoming experienced and powerful enough to challenge her rule. Also, if she sends out too many raiding parties at one time, the security of Tu’narath
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Loose Pantheons Most D&D worlds have a loose pantheon of gods. A multitude of deities rule the various aspects of existence, variously cooperating with and competing against one another to administer
Trickery, War
Five-pointed star with curved points
Torog, god of the Underdark
NE
Death
T attached to a circular shackle
Vecna, god of evil secrets
NE
Death, Knowledge
Partially
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
Vecna. Vecna has long coveted her ability over knowledge and souls; to steal souls would give him the ability to amass an army of the dead large enough to conquer the Shadowfell and turn it into his own
kingdom of death. There he would rule from the Fortress of Memories, and through the Raven Queen’s power have access to all the lost knowledge stored within the souls she has trapped over the millennia
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
, Fierna and Belial rule in strange tandem. They are variously thought of by mortals as mother and son, daughter and father, wife and husband, or ruler and consort, but none of those terms can capture
Belial, but his contingency plans rescue him from possible disaster. Other devils might gain a brief advantage over the two lords because of their infighting, but whenever any true threat to their rule
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
, and at work. Her followers generally pray at midday, with the sounds of the city forming an appropriate backdrop to their rites, as industry itself is sacred to Ephara. Many aspects of city life and
justice, and many politicians and other leaders seek her guidance in how to rule. Ephara’s Goals Ephara seeks always to further cities: establishing them, protecting them, and seeing them grow. She supports
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
don’t embrace evil. Food and Clothing Meals are considered sacred in Djaynai, and wasting food is a major breach of etiquette. Key ingredients of Djaynai’s cuisine include banana, groundnut, milk from
several types of animals, red and black beans, and chili peppers. In Janya, edible undersea plants form the bulk of people’s diet, supplemented by ingredients imported from Djaynai. As a rule, both
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Lockbury Henge Yon is home to eight clans of korreds. Queen Argantle, elected to rule over all eight clans, protects this sacred site. Lockbury Henge is meant to be a place where korreds can enjoy
otherwise irritate the korreds, Argantle and Jagu emerge from their megaliths and attack the characters for their insolence. Otherwise, the rule of hospitality (see “Rules of Conduct” in chapter 2
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
responsible for an aspect of rule. The department heads, ministers, or secretaries answer to a figurehead autocrat or council. Confederacy. Each individual city or town within the confederacy governs
open elections. Dictatorship. One supreme ruler holds absolute authority, but his or her rule isn’t necessarily dynastic. In other respects this resembles an autocracy. In the Greyhawk campaign setting
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
the Ffolk, humans ruled by their High King, Derid Kendrick, from the fortress of Caer Callidyr on Alaron. The Ffolk worship a goddess they call the Earthmother; her druids gather in sacred groves on the
lifetime, the isle of Gwynneth has become ever more fey and mysterious, home to the elven realm of Sarifal, under the rule of High Lady Ordalf. Sarifal shares the island with the reclusive mountain
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
creature and defeating foes in open battle are seen as acts of worship, in the same way that dwarves consider metalsmithing to be sacred to Moradin. The bugbears recognize two other gods, both of which
they disdain and fear: Maglubiyet and Skiggaret. Maglubiyet, the leader of the goblinoid pantheon, forced both brothers to submit to his rule, but instead of killing them, he showed mercy and even