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Returning 35 results for 'score of inhabit bards'.
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Basic Rules (2014)
of song, speech, and the magic they contain. Bards say that the multiverse was spoken into existence, that the words of the gods gave it shape, and that echoes of these primordial Words of Creation
still resound throughout the cosmos. The music of bards is an attempt to snatch and harness those echoes, subtly woven into their spells and powers.
The greatest strength of bards is their sheer
classes
Player’s Handbook
;Daggers, Musical Instrument of your choice, Entertainer's Pack, and 19 GP; or (B) 90 GP
Invoking magic through music, dance, and verse, Bards are expert at inspiring others, soothing hurts
, disheartening foes, and creating illusions. Bards believe the multiverse was spoken into existence and that remnants of its Words of Creation still resound and glimmer on every plane of existence. Bardic
Species
Spelljammer: Adventures in Space
as a starry gleam in an astral elf’s eyes.
Because nothing ages on the Astral Plane, astral elves who inhabit that plane can be very old, and their longevity gives them an unusual perspective on
’s fantastical races. If you create a character using a race option presented here, follow these additional rules during character creation.
Ability Score Increases
When determining your
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Creating a Bard Bards thrive on stories, whether those stories are true or not. Your character’s background and motivations are not as important as the stories that he or she tells about them
a story. Some bards acquire their magical music through extraordinary means, including the inspiration of fey or other supernatural creatures. Did you serve an apprenticeship, studying under a master
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
tomb’s layout or defenses, but they offer advice and magical powers to those they inhabit. Of course, their assistance comes at a price. Trickster Gods Spirit Align. Personality Inherited Flaw Enemy
Power I’jin (female) CN Fickle and unpredictable “I never stick to a plan.” Obo’laka The host’s Dexterity score becomes 23, unless it is already higher. Kubazan (male) CG Wild and spirited “I am
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
versions of features of predators common to the lands the barlguras inhabit. Many embed trophies from past hunts in their demonic bodies. Barlgura Large Fiend (Demon), Chaotic Evil
AC 15 Initiative
+2 (12)
HP 85 (10d10 + 30)
Speed 40 ft., Climb 40 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 18 +4 +4
Dex 15 +2 +5
Con 16 +3 +6
Ability Score Mod Save
Int 7 −2 −2
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
.
—Tablet fragment from the Bright Desert
Death dogs are plagues on the arid lands they inhabit. These vicious, two-headed canines ambush creatures they perceive as weaker than themselves
Medium Monstrosity, Neutral Evil
AC 12 Initiative +2 (12)
HP 39 (6d8 + 12)
Speed 40 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save Str 15 +2 +2 Dex 14 +2 +2 Con 14 +2 +2 Ability Score Mod Save Int 3 −4
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Elf Traits Your elf character has a variety of natural abilities, the result of thousands of years of elven refinement. Ability Score Increase. Your Dexterity score increases by 2. Age. Although
is rich and varied, and their songs and poems are famous among other races. Many bards learn their language so they can add Elvish ballads to their repertoires. Subrace. Ancient divides among the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Elf Traits Your elf character has a variety of natural abilities, the result of thousands of years of elven refinement. Ability Score Increase. Your Dexterity score increases by 2. Age. Although
is rich and varied, and their songs and poems are famous among other races. Many bards learn their language so they can add Elvish ballads to their repertoires. Subrace. Ancient divides among the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
in both Persuasion and Intimidation prove helpful in this role. Bards, paladins, and sorcerers have both the requisite talents and the ability to supplement their interrogations with magic
. Investigator. Investigators piece evidence into a coherent whole that explains a mystery. This character combines a high Intelligence score with proficiency in skills such as Investigation, Perception, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
attack with weapons wreathed in storm clouds and throw roaring thunderheads. Most cloud giants inhabit citadels crowning tremendous mountains or magical palaces that drift amid the clouds. Many of
., Fly 20 ft. (hover)
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 27 +8 +8
Dex 10 +0 +0
Con 22 +6 +10
Ability Score Mod Save
Int 12 +1 +1
Wis 16 +3 +7
Cha 16 +3
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Oni Wickedness Drawn to the Wicked Habitat: Forest, Urban; Treasure: Armaments Oni are elusive entities that inhabit dark forests and other wildernesses. By shape-shifting into the form of an
)
HP 119 (14d10 + 42)
Speed 30 ft., Fly 30 ft. (hover)
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 19 +4 +4
Dex 11 +0 +3
Con 16 +3 +6
Ability Score Mod Save
Int 14 +2
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Salamander Inferno Master Salamander inferno masters are ancient connoisseurs of flames and often inhabit places with unique scorching properties. They gather communes of apprentices who learn fiery
.
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 24 +7 +7
Dex 16 +3 +8
Con 18 +4 +4
Ability Score Mod Save
Int 14 +2 +2
Wis 10 +0 +5
Cha 20 +5 +5
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
displacer beasts begin stalking prey, they can’t be deterred until either they or their quarry is slain. While displacer beasts commonly inhabit dense forests, they might pursue travelers across great
Monstrosity, Lawful Evil
AC 13 Initiative +4 (14)
HP 76 (9d10 + 27)
Speed 40 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 18 +4 +4
Dex 15 +2 +2
Con 16 +3 +3
Ability Score
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Medusa Snake-Haired Recluse with a Petrifying Gaze Habitat: Desert; Treasure: Any With their hair of living snakes and their infamous petrifying gazes, medusas are hubristic creatures that inhabit
serpent or reptilian god in disguise.
Aaron J. riley
Medusa Medium Monstrosity, Lawful Evil
AC 15 Initiative +6 (16)
HP 127 (17d8 + 51)
Speed 30 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
Common, and has an Intelligence score of 10; he otherwise uses the zombie stat block. Bard’s Quest Frody didn’t intend to frighten away the cabin’s proper owners, but his appearance can’t be helped
imparts the following information: Grave Theft. Two halflings dug up his grave in the dead of night and stole his Canaith mandolin (an instrument of the bards). Frody wants it back. (“It was a gift
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
or create water. These genies typically dwell in or near bodies of water. While gentle marids make homes amid springs, oases, and serene pools, tempestuous marids inhabit sea stacks, whirlpools, and
ft., Swim 90 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 22 +6 +6
Dex 12 +1 +5
Con 26 +8 +8
Ability Score Mod Save
Int 18 +4 +4
Wis 17 +3 +3
Cha 18 +4
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Fire Elemental Primal Spirit of Heat and Flame Habitat: Desert, Planar (Elemental Plane of Fire); Treasure: None Fire elementals arise when spirits of the Elemental Plane of Fire inhabit flames
Large Elemental, Neutral
AC 13 Initiative +3 (13)
HP 93 (11d10 + 33)
Speed 50 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 10 +0 +0
Dex 17 +3 +3
Con 16 +3 +3
Ability Score
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Sphinx of Valor Sphinxes of valor guard world-changing or dangerous secrets—evidence of weird truths, deadly Artifacts, and things that shouldn’t exist. They inhabit hidden, magical sites and hold
Initiative +12 (22)
HP 199 (19d10 + 95)
Speed 40 ft., Fly 60 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 22 +6 +6
Dex 10 +0 +6
Con 20 +5 +11
Ability Score Mod Save
Int 16
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Fire Giant Giant of the Smoldering Depths Habitat: Mountain, Underdark; Treasure: Armaments Robson Michel Fire giants inhabit the hollow vaults and molten rivers of mountainous depths. There, they
162 (13d12 + 78)
Speed 30 ft.
Ability Score Mod Save
Str 25 +7 +7
Dex 9 −1 +3
Con 23 +6 +10
Ability Score Mod Save
Int 10 +0 +0
Wis 14 +2 +2
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
College of Creation One bard’s song of creation is the score to another person’s nightmares.
Tasha
Bards believe the cosmos is a work of art—the creation of the first dragons and gods. That
creative work included harmonies that continue to resound through existence today, a power known as the Song of Creation. The bards of the College of Creation draw on that primeval song through dance
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
cloak or disguise one’s appearance), and proficiency with skills such as Deception, Performance, and Sleight of Hand all greatly benefit the Chameleon. Bards and rogues, as well as characters with
war machine. The Confiscator has the key skills for such jobs. A good Dexterity score proves helpful in undertaking such tasks, especially if it’s enhanced with proficiency with thieves’ tools and the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
skills. Bards and rogues make natural academic Financiers, as do those with the charlatan and noble backgrounds. Research Assistant. Whether their seeking to graduate, get published, or make their
certainly legitimate Research Assistants who honestly pursue their studies, this role might suit characters without academic interests. Scholar. Likely possessing a high Intelligence score and a focus
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
heaped around Shagambi’s bones: 200 gp, five moonstones (50 gp each), the fine music box activated by the trap (250 gp), and an instrument of the bards (Canaith mandolin). The instrument turns to dust and
is destroyed if it leaves the Tomb of the Nine Gods (but see "Lost Treasures"). Shagambi’s Spirit. The spirit of Shagambi tries to inhabit any character who touches the mandolin (see "Spirits of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
seen a goliath, and fewer still to have forged a friendship with one. Goliaths love to compete and keep score, counting up their deeds and tallying their accomplishments to compare to what others
goliath character has the following traits. Ability Score Increase. Your Strength score increases by 2, and your Constitution score increases by 1. Age. Goliaths have life spans comparable to humans. They
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Illuskan Illuskans are tall, fair-skinned folk with blue or steely gray eyes. Most have raven-black hair, but those who inhabit the extreme northwest have blond, red, or light brown hair. Illuskan Names
, Ramondo VARIANT HUMAN TRAITS
If your campaign uses the optional feat rules from chapter 6, your Dungeon Master might allow these variant traits, all of which replace the human’s Ability Score
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a2
smoke finds the rock chimney with a successful DC 10 Wisdom (Perception) check. If the characters pass nearby without searching, anyone who has a passive Perception score of 15 or higher notices the
, someone who has a passive Perception score of 15 or higher discovers the orc tunnel. The characters locate the tunnel automatically if anyone searches the area; it leads to area 21 of map 2.3, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
townsfolk. Chaotic Neutral. (CN) creatures follow their whims, holding their personal freedom above all else. Many rogues and bards are chaotic neutral. Lawful Evil. (LE) creatures methodically take
lowest ability scores and define one trait related to each. Either one could be positive or negative: you might work hard to overcome a low score, for example, or be cocky about your high score.
Ideals
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
with a dangerous natural gas leak. Any member of the party with a passive Wisdom (Perception) score of 14 or higher detects signs of the gas. The characters’ travel pace for the day is slowed by half
fish inhabit the stream, so that the DC of any foraging attempts for food in this area is reduced to 10. Crossing the stream reduces the drow pursuit level by 1. Warning Sign The characters enter a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
ballroom’s stage is filled with set pieces, props, and costumes. Treasure. Among the many other instruments stored here is Quill’s instrument of the bards (Cli lyre), which is kept in an ornate wooden case
character who has a passive Wisdom (Perception) score of 15 or higher notices that the image of Quill in the painting is moving slightly. See “Finding Quill” later in the adventure for more information
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
stealing. Find out who it is, and make sure they never think about double-crossing the giant again. 4 The giant has a score to settle with a powerful foe (perhaps a dragon, a beholder, or another
that inhabit a remote valley, island, or cavern. 2 Explore the effects of a planar nexus on spellcasting, creatures, and magic items. 3 Delve into an ancient ruin to discover the nature of the plague
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
. Two magic items are displayed here as well. Anstruth Harp. An exquisitely crafted harp sized for a human rests on a shelf. This instrument of the bards was acquired from a human bard who counseled
neutral alignment. Each child has a Strength score of 14 (+2). They speak Giant, though their vocabulary is limited. They wield wooden toys as clubs, gaining a +4 bonus to hit on their melee weapon
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
successful save, the character resists the spirit, who can’t attempt to inhabit the character for 24 hours. While inhabiting a host, Demetrius acts like an overbearing passenger and can’t be targeted by
Demetrius’s spirit resides within it, the spirit finds another object in the ziggurat to inhabit. If Darius is slain, Demetrius passes to the afterlife, and his robe becomes a Cloak of Protection
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
rope bridge crossing over the passage ahead of you. Another passage 20 feet above the floor appears to intersect this one.
Any character with a passive Wisdom (Perception) score of 12 or higher and
have a passive Wisdom (Perception) score of 12 or higher notice the goblin’s movements. Western Passage. This passage is choked with rubble and blocked by steep slopes. Moving up the slope requires 5
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Nest of the Eldritch Eye
buildings litter the area. Brackish water floods nearly half of the chamber, getting deeper toward a dark tunnel to the west.
Characters who have a passive Wisdom (Perception) score of 12 or higher notice
kill any creature that enters the tunnel. Upon entering the tunnel for the first time, a character who has a passive Wisdom (Perception) score of 15 or higher notices odd waves and currents that suggest