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Reflections

Monsters Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

"} necrotic damage, and the target's Strength score is reduced by 1d4;{"diceNotation":"1d4","rollType":"roll","rollAction":"Strength Drain"}. The target dies if this reduces its Strength to 0. Otherwise

"} hours later.The reflections are two-dimensional, shimmering versions of the creatures that cast them.Necrotic, PoisonAcid, Cold, Fire, Lightning, Thunder; Bludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing from Nonmagical AttacksBludgeoning

Priest of Osybus

monsters

the priest receives. The priest revives at the start of its next turn with half its Hit Points, and its creature type is now Undead. 1: Dread Boon. An aura of dread fills a 15-foot Emanation

bargain made with dread powers, these priests can defy death by transforming into undead. Centuries ago, Osybus, a mysterious figure of immense ambition and evil, founded the order of priests that now

Dhampir Legacy

Species Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

experiment changed your body, making you reliant on others for vital fluids. Dhampirs in the Domains of Dread When creating a dhampir, ask your DM if it makes sense for your character to have ties

to one of the following Domains of Dread (detailed in Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft): Barovia. In the shadow of Castle Ravenloft, tales flourish of those who love or descend from vampires

Hexblood Legacy

Species Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

changed you and forced you from your home. 6 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

creating a hexblood, ask your DM if it makes sense for your character to have ties to one of the following Domains of Dread (detailed in Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft): Hazlan. The bizarre magic

Reborn Legacy

Species Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

itchy straw stuffing inside you. Reborn in the Domains of Dread When creating a reborn, consult with your DM to see if it’s appropriate to tie your origins to one of the following

Domains of Dread (detailed in Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft): Har’Akir. You died and endured the burial rites of this desert realm, yet somehow a soul—yours or another’s&mdash

Shadar-kai

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

Shadar-kai are the elves of the Shadowfell, originally drawn to that dread realm by the Raven Queen. Over the centuries, some of them have continued to serve her, while others have ventured into the

race, follow these additional rules during character creation. Ability Score Increases When determining your character’s ability scores, increase one score by 2 and increase a different score

Orcus Legacy

Monsters Out of the Abyss

, emulating their dread master. Orcus is a bestial creature of corruption with a diseased, decaying look. He has the lower torso of a goat, and a humanoid upper body with a corpulent belly swollen with rot

effects: Dead beasts periodically animate as undead mockeries of their former selves. Skeletal and zombie versions of local wildlife are commonly seen in the area. The air becomes filled with the

Orcus

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

the dead, emulating their dread master. Orcus is a bestial creature of corruption with a diseased, decaying look. He has the lower body of a goat and a humanlike upper body with a belly swollen with

Undead mockeries of their former selves. Skeletal and zombie versions of local wildlife are commonly seen in the area. If Orcus dies, these effects fade over the course of 1d10;{"diceNotation":"1d10

Monk

classes Basic Rules (2014)

important mission beyond the cloister? Perhaps you were cast out because of some violation of the community’s rules. Did you dread leaving, or were you happy to go? Is there something you hope to

lawful in alignment. QUICK BUILD You can make a monk quickly by following these suggestions. First, make Dexterity your highest ability score, followed by Wisdom. Second, choose the hermit background

Cleric

classes Basic Rules (2014)

provoke awe and dread, lay curses of plague or poison, and even call down flames from heaven to consume their enemies. For those evildoers who will benefit most from a mace to the head, clerics depend on

quickly by following these suggestions. First, Wisdom should be your highest ability score, followed by Strength or Constitution. Second, choose the acolyte background. The Cleric Table

Wizard

classes Basic Rules (2014)

? What drew you forth from your life of study? Did your first taste of magical knowledge leave you hungry for more? Have you received word of a secret repository of knowledge not yet plundered by any

, Intelligence should be your highest ability score, followed by Constitution or Dexterity. If you plan to join the School of Enchantment, make Charisma your next-best score. Second, choose the sage

Bard

classes Basic Rules (2014)

, ensuring that her companions’ words will be well received. Whether scholar, skald, or scoundrel, a bard weaves magic through words and music to inspire allies, demoralize foes, manipulate minds

highest ability score, followed by Dexterity. Second, choose the entertainer background. Third, choose the dancing lights and vicious mockery cantrips, along with the following 1st-level spells: charm

Stress

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

Stress Charging headlong into terrifying situations is the stock in trade for adventurers. Among the Domains of Dread, though, periods of respite between harrowing experiences can be rare. Even the

hardiest adventurers find themselves worn down over time, their performance suffering as they struggle to cope with the dread and despair. Various circumstances might cause a character stress. Stress

Phaerimm Agent

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Netheril’s Fall: Tales of Terror, Treasure, and Time Travel

) Speed 10 ft., Fly 40 ft. (hover) Ability Score MOD SAVE Str 12 +1 +1 Dex 18 +4 +4 Con 12 +1 +4 Ability Score MOD SAVE Int 17 +3 +6 Wis 16 +3 +6

makes three attacks, using Dread Stinger or Mindwarp Ray in any combination. Dread Stinger. Melee Attack Roll: +7, reach 5 ft. Hit: 7 (1d6 + 4) Piercing damage plus 13 (2d12) Poison damage. Mindwarp

Death Knight Aspirant

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

Evil AC 20 Initiative +4 (14) HP 178 (21d8 + 84) Speed 30 ft. Ability Score Mod Save Str 20 +5 +5 Dex 10 +0 +4 Con 18 +4 +4 Ability Score Mod Save Int

. The aspirant makes three Dread Blade attacks. Dread Blade. Melee Attack Roll: +9, reach 5 ft. Hit: 14 (2d8 + 5) Slashing damage plus 10 (3d6) Necrotic damage. Hellfire Orb (Recharge 5–6

Creating a Wizard

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

? What drew you forth from your life of study? Did your first taste of magical knowledge leave you hungry for more? Have you received word of a secret repository of knowledge not yet plundered by any

, Intelligence should be your highest ability score, followed by Constitution or Dexterity. If you plan to join the School of Enchantment, make Charisma your next-best score. Second, choose the sage background

The Secret of Darkon's Doom

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

Fate d4 Fate 1 Azalin was destroyed—slain by a failed magical experiment, a rival, or the Dark Powers. 2 Azalin escaped the Domains of Dread and returned to his home world of Oerth

. 3 Azalin caused an ongoing conjunction that allows him to walk free so long as Darkon is collapsing. 4 Azalin escaped into his past or drew multiple versions of himself into the present

Death Knight

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

Knight Medium or Small Undead, Chaotic Evil AC 20 Initiative +12 (22) HP 199 (21d8 + 105) Speed 30 ft. Ability Score Mod Save Str 20 +5 +5 Dex 11 +0 +6 Con 20 +5 +5

Ability Score Mod Save Int 12 +1 +1 Wis 16 +3 +9 Cha 18 +4 +4 Immunities Necrotic, Poison; Exhaustion, Frightened, Poisoned Senses Darkvision 120 ft.; Passive

Multiclassing

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sage Advice Compendium

if you multiclass. For instance, if you’re a 4th-level multiclass character, you haven’t yet received the Ability Score Improvement feature because you haven’t attained 4th level in one of your classes

Multiclassing Are ability score improvements class-level dependent, rather than total level? Ability score improvements are based on your level in a particular class, not your total character level

Keeper Rookeries

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

this rare service only to group members and their allies. Keeper ravens as a means of correspondence is detailed in “Life in the Domains of Dread” earlier in this chapter. Keeper Adventures The Keeper

. 3 Orphir Brindletop, a Kalakeri gnome occultist, is surprised to meet one of the characters, as he received a message for them in a séance long ago. 4 The characters are invited to help a

Creating a Monk

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

some violation of the community’s rules. Did you dread leaving, or were you happy to go? Is there something you hope to accomplish outside the monastery? Are you eager to return to your home? As a

suggestions. First, make Dexterity your highest ability score, followed by Wisdom. Second, choose the hermit background. Level Proficiency Bonus Martial Arts Ki Points Unarmored

Appendix C: Score Sheet

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Descent into the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth

Appendix C: Score Sheet Use this score sheet to tally the players’ points. Players can gain or lose points for each of these actions only once. Download Score Sheet Points by Area Action Points

or drink −1 Defeated Kashem the dao +2 Saw through Kashem’s illusions before she attacked +1 L18: Black-Water Lake Gathered all the garnets on the island +1 Received an insult from Iggwilv +1 Used

Barlgura

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

Types of Cultists

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

or Small Humanoid, Neutral Evil AC 14 Initiative +7 (17) HP 137 (25d8 + 25) Speed 30 ft. Ability Score Mod Save Str 10 +0 +0 Dex 19 +4 +4 Con 12 +1 +1 Ability

Score Mod Save Int 16 +3 +6 Wis 18 +4 +7 Cha 15 +2 +2 Skills Arcana +6, Perception +7, Religion +6 Senses Darkvision 90 ft.; Passive Perception 17 Languages Common

Merrow

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

theories reveal little about these monsters but overmuch of the dread lurking beyond our certain shores. —Leomund David Auden nash Merrow Large Monstrosity, Chaotic Evil AC 13 Initiative

+2 (12) HP 45 (6d10 + 12) Speed 10 ft., Swim 40 ft. Ability Score Mod Save Str 18 +4 +4 Dex 15 +2 +2 Con 15 +2 +2 Ability Score Mod Save Int 8 −1 −1

Nightmare

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

Nightmare Dread Steed of the Lower Planes Habitat: Planar (Lower Planes); Treasure: None Alejandro Pacheco Nightmares resemble horses with flaming manes, burning hooves, and smoldering eyes. They

) Ability Score Mod Save Str 18 +4 +4 Dex 15 +2 +2 Con 16 +3 +3 Ability Score Mod Save Int 10 +0 +0 Wis 13 +1 +1 Cha 15 +2 +2 Immunities Fire Senses Passive Perception 11 Languages

Vistani

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

unmoored from time and reality, appearing in different ages, in strange versions and configurations of domains, and even on worlds beyond the Domains of Dread. His lyrical accounts of his travels are

Vistani Known throughout the Land of the Mists, Vistani (singular: Vistana) are a people with a unique understanding of the Domains of Dread and the hidden paths between them. Following itinerant

Ghast Gravecaller

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

97 (15d8 + 30) Speed 30 ft. Ability Score Mod Save Str 16 +3 +3 Dex 17 +3 +3 Con 14 +2 +5 Ability Score Mod Save Int 18 +4 +4 Wis 14 +2 +5 Cha

them, lingering until their business is complete or they’re put to rest. Ghosts typically appear as semitransparent versions of the creatures they were in life, though some bear evidence of the wounds

Priest of Osybus

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within

foul bargain made with dread powers, these priests can defy death by transforming into undead. Centuries ago, Osybus, a mysterious figure of immense ambition and evil, founded the order of priests that

on the Flesh of a Priest of Osybus To rid themselves of this curse, Osybus’s former devotees turned to the same Dark Powers with whom their master had communed. They received a mission: Provide a

Bone Devil

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

Bone Devil Devil of Dread and Obedience Habitat: Planar (Nine Hells); Treasure: Implements Bone devils are gaunt, nightmarish Fiends with pallid skin stretched tight over frames that combine human

of its pact with a wicked magic-user. Bone Devil Large Fiend (Devil), Lawful Evil AC 16 Initiative +7 (17) HP 161 (17d10 + 68) Speed 40 ft., Fly 40 ft. Ability Score Mod Save

Athreos's Champions

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

stands for. (Any) 2 Tradition. Honor the dead through rites of respect and by continuing their ways. (Lawful) 3 Dread. Mortals put their fear out of mind, but through me, they will remember the

degrees, includes all of us. (Good or neutral) 6 Judgment. Violations against the order of life and death must be set right. (Lawful) Earning and Losing Piety You increase your piety score to

Mummies

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

Mummies Mummy Medium or Small Undead, Lawful Evil AC 11 Initiative −1 (9) HP 58 (9d8 + 18) Speed 20 ft. Ability Score Mod Save Str 16 +3 +3 Dex 8 −1 −1 Con 15 +2 +2

Ability Score Mod Save Int 6 −2 −2 Wis 12 +1 +3 Cha 12 +1 +1 Vulnerabilities Fire Immunities Necrotic, Poison; Charmed, Exhaustion, Frightened, Paralyzed

Mysterious Visitors

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

harmless at first, but Morwen has received reports that they have begun harassing townsfolk and other visitors as they come and go, demanding money and wine, and threatening to put hexes on anyone who

far and wide to find heroes such as yourselves to end our dread lord’s curse and put his troubled soul to rest. Our leader, Madam Eva, knows all. Will you return to Barovia with us and speak with her

Wandering Outsiders

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

thieves as you please to add an undercurrent of dread or mystery to the carnival’s frivolities. The three thieves are fiercely loyal to their hag mistresses and won’t willingly reveal anything if

regains consciousness and the reduction to its Strength score disappears after it finishes a short or long rest. Each thief has the following additional action options, which it uses to achieve its

Aboleth Lairs

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

in the dream-vaults of dread ancients roil seas of terrifying truth. Our age is an island, and the ebb of primordial tides avows the Stygian wave.” —Evard, Sighs of the All-Seeing Worm Aboleth

Large Aberration, Lawful Evil AC 17 Initiative +7 (17) HP 150 (20d10 + 40) Speed 10 ft., Swim 40 ft. Ability Score Mod Save Str 21 +5 +5 Dex 9 −1 +3 Con 15 +2 +6

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