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Mythic Odysseys of Theros
been used as nimble scouts, always on alert for danger.
The first anvilwroughts were created by the god of the forge, Purphoros. He gave the secret of breathing life into these metal creatures to his
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
inhuman, high fae are the oldest creatures in Eldraine, embodying the natural splendor and danger of the untamed wilderness. High fae have no regard for mortal values of honor and law, but they nonetheless
operate under inviolable rules of their own: gifts must always be repaid, promises must be honored, and outright lies must never be spoken (though misdirection and riddles are always welcome). To
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
other means of deception at their disposal.
High Fae
Ageless and inhuman, high fae are the oldest creatures in Eldraine, embodying the natural splendor and danger of the wilderness. High fae have no
regard for mortal values of honor and law, but they nonetheless operate under inviolable rules of their own: gifts must always be repaid, promises must be honored, and outright lies must never be
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
, embodying the natural splendor and danger of the wilderness. High fae have no regard for mortal values of honor and law, but they nonetheless operate under inviolable rules of their own: gifts must
Monsters
Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
challenge, even when the odds are clearly stacked against her. Seeing other wizards as a threat, paranoia rules her life.
Avarice has been a member of the Arcane Brotherhood for almost two years. She
serve her as bodyguards and scouts. Avarice uses her Rary's telepathic bond spell to stay in telepathic contact with her gargoyles before sending them off on any mission. Avarice also has the support of
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
they jockey for favors and status in the Kindly Lord’s court.
High Fae
Ageless and inhuman, high fae are the oldest creatures in Eldraine, embodying the natural splendor and danger of the
untamed wilderness. High fae have no regard for mortal values of honor and law, but they nonetheless operate under inviolable rules of their own: gifts must always be repaid, promises must be honored
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Basic Rules (2014)
, or recuperate among other commoners, unless you have shown yourself to be a danger to them. They will shield you from the law or anyone else searching for you, though they will not risk their lives for
.
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Flaw
1
The tyrant who rules my land will stop at nothing to see me killed.
2
I’m convinced of the significance of my destiny, and blind to my shortcomings and the risk of
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
, allowing the wyrmlings to blend in to rocky terrain in the face of danger. As they age, their scales turn snow white, then slowly fade to transparency. The oldest crystal dragons have scales of perfect
)
6
Control. Everyone is welcome, as long as they follow my rules. (Lawful)
Crystal Dragon Adventures
The Crystal Dragon Adventure Hooks table offers suggestions for stories and adventures
Dhampir
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Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
. Their reasons are often deeply personal. Some seek danger, imagining monsters as personifications of their own hungers. Others pursue revenge against whatever turned them into a dhampir. And still
lineage option, follow these additional rules during character creation.
Ability Score Increases
When determining your ability scores, you increase one of those scores by 2 and increase a different
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
the Crystal Dragon Wyrmling;wyrmlings to blend in to rocky terrain in the face of danger. As they age, their scales turn snow white, then slowly fade to transparency. The oldest crystal dragons have
. (Chaotic)
6
Control. Everyone is welcome, as long as they follow my rules. (Lawful)
Crystal Dragon Adventures
The Crystal Dragon Adventure Hooks table offers suggestions for stories
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
you take the action. This entry also provides the DC for the action. Craft. This entry lists what, if anything, you can craft with the tool. For crafting rules, see “Crafting Equipment” later in the
chapter. Variants. This entry appears if the tool has variants, which are listed. Each requires a separate proficiency.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
you take the action. This entry also provides the DC for the action. Craft. This entry lists what, if anything, you can craft with the tool. For crafting rules, see “Crafting Equipment” later in the
chapter. Variants. This entry appears if the tool has variants, which are listed. Each requires a separate proficiency.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Rest Variants The rules for short and long rests presented in chapter 8 of the Player’s Handbook work well for a heroic-style campaign. Characters can go toe-to-toe with deadly foes, take damage to
within an inch of their lives, yet still be ready to fight again the next day. If this approach doesn’t fit your campaign, consider the following variants. Epic Heroism This variant uses a short rest
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Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
, unless you have shown yourself to be a danger to them. They will shield you from the law or anyone else searching for you, though they will not risk their lives for you.
BALDUR’S GATE FEATURE
1
The tyrant who rules my land will stop at nothing to see me killed.
2
I’m convinced of the significance of my destiny, and blind to my shortcomings and the risk of failure.
3
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
magic items. The options in this chapter relate to many different parts of the game. Some of them are variants of rules, and others are entirely new rules. Each option represents a different genre, style
Chapter 9: Dungeon Master’s Workshop As the Dungeon Master, you aren’t limited by the rules in the Player’s Handbook, the guidelines in these rules, or the selection of monsters in the Monster Manual
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Appendix B: Infernal War Machines Infernal war machines are vehicles built in the Nine Hells and fueled by the souls of the damned. Smaller war machines carry raiding parties or scouts. Larger, more
weapons. An infernal war machine’s engine roars a bass, growling rumble with an undertone of agonized screams as its furnace burns souls for fuel. This appendix includes stat blocks for infernal war machines, rules for running and repairing them, and guidelines for handling chases in Avernus.
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
points, allowing the Crystal Dragon Wyrmling;wyrmlings to blend in to rocky terrain in the face of danger. As they age, their scales turn snow white, then slowly fade to transparency. The oldest
without the boredom. (Chaotic)
6
Control. Everyone is welcome, as long as they follow my rules. (Lawful)
Crystal Dragon Adventures
The Crystal Dragon Adventure Hooks table offers
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
clear crystalline points, allowing the Crystal Dragon Wyrmling;wyrmlings to blend in to rocky terrain in the face of danger. As they age, their scales turn snow white, then slowly fade to transparency
is learning, but without the boredom. (Chaotic)
6
Control. Everyone is welcome, as long as they follow my rules. (Lawful)
Crystal Dragon Adventures
The Crystal Dragon Adventure Hooks
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Borderlands Quest: Dagger Danger!
Borderlands Quest: Dagger Danger! A short adventure for level 1 characters Borderlands Quest: Dagger Danger is a Dungeons & Dragons adventure that introduces four or five new players to the game and
Master (DM). The DM acts as the lead storyteller, the keeper of secrets, and the referee. This document provides everything you need to know to get started as a DM.
The Rules. Dungeons & Dragons is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hold Back The Dead
Questioning Corlie While she escorts the characters to their selected defense zone, Corlie answers questions they have, which might include the following: What’s in This Horde? “Our scouts haven’t
Will You Be? “The soldiers will need my support more than you will. I’ll be coordinating defenses on the other wall sections. You won’t see me again until the danger has passed.” Should We Retreat
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sleeping Dragon’s Wake
.
As the characters approach the keep, scouts atop the keep’s walls (area I1) watch for danger. The characters must succeed on a DC 15 group Dexterity (Stealth) check to approach the keep unseen. A 10
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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
rarely keep records or write down their thoughts. When orcs need to communicate in writing, they use crude symbols to convey basic information, such as “food stored here,” “danger close
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
adventure, the characters are guiding Kalaman’s troops toward battle with the Dragon Army. The characters should frequently split from the troops, then meet back up with them, serving as scouts and handling
missions while the army advances. Darrett won’t send his soldiers into uncertain danger, such as caves or ruins. Combat Encounters Avoid involving Kalaman’s troops in encounters meant for the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
variants of the monsters discussed in chapter 1. This chapter is a continuation of the Monster Manual and adopts a similar presentation. If you are unfamiliar with the monster stat block format, read the
introduction of the Monster Manual before proceeding further. It explains stat block terminology and gives rules for various monster traits — information that isn’t repeated here. As with the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
monsters, and more than its share of otherworldly phenomena. Traveling across the desert by day is not recommended. Use the extreme heat rules in the Dungeon Master’s Guide for daytime travel in Anauroch
, scouts looking for food, or bandits hoping to raid merchant caravans that try to shortcut their way across the desert rather than circumnavigate it. The Bedine nomads can act as guides for lost characters, offer clues for stuck players, and provide food and water for adventurers in desperate need.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Vision and Light Some adventuring tasks—such as noticing danger, hitting an enemy, and targeting certain spells—are affected by sight, so effects that obscure vision can hinder you, as explained
) checks that rely on sight. A Heavily Obscured area—such as an area with Darkness, heavy fog, or dense foliage—is opaque. You have the Blinded condition (see the Rules Glossary) when trying to see
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Netheril’s Fall: Tales of Terror, Treasure, and Time Travel
immediate danger and must escape before they can find a way home. Encounters MIKE SCHLEY Map: Tyvern’s WorkshopView Player Version This adventure consists of the following encounters and takes place on
intact; Tyvern’s magical mishap exploded southward, sparing the structure. The characters notice two conical shapes near the fire. These are Phaerimm Scouts. When a character stands, one scout
classes
Player’s Handbook
regions of unspoiled nature, but when a significant danger arises, Druids take a more active role as adventurers who combat the threat.
Becoming a Druid...
As a Level 1 Character
Gain all the
Traits table: Hit Point Die and training with Light armor and Shields.
Gain the Druid’s level 1 features, which are listed in the Druid Features table. See the multiclassing rules in chapter 2
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Vision and Light DAVID ASTRUGA Some adventuring tasks—such as noticing danger, hitting an enemy, and targeting certain spells—are affected by sight, so effects that obscure vision can hinder you, as
Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on sight. A Heavily Obscured area—such as an area with Darkness, heavy fog, or dense foliage—is opaque. You have the Blinded condition (see the rules glossary) when
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Activity While Traveling As adventurers travel through a dungeon or the wilderness, they need to remain alert for danger, and some characters might perform other tasks to help the group’s journey
can move stealthily. As long as they’re not in the open, they can try to surprise or sneak by other creatures they encounter. See the rules for hiding in chapter 7 "Using Ability Scores." SPLITTING
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
Activity While Traveling As adventurers travel through a dungeon or the wilderness, they need to remain alert for danger, and some characters might perform other tasks to help the group’s journey
can move stealthily. As long as they’re not in the open, they can try to surprise or sneak by other creatures they encounter. See the rules for hiding in the Using Ability Scores section. SPLITTING
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
encounter 11–14 Drow patrol A 15–17 Drow patrol B 18–19 Drow patrol C 20 Drow patrol D Drow Patrol A The standard patrol consists of two drow scouts mounted on giant riding lizards (use the statistics at
the end of chapter 8). Characters who can see out to a range of 120 or more and are moving at a normal pace spot the drow scouts with a successful DC 16 Wisdom (Perception) check. If the characters are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
. (The hook horrors pose no danger in their current state. Casting a greater restoration spell or similar magic on one restores it to flesh and blood, whereupon it attacks.)
The mirror looks like one of
Halaster’s magic gates and functions similarly (see “Gates”). Its rules are as follows: If a creature stands atop the dais and says something flattering about Halaster, the mirror vanishes, revealing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
form. Jhesiyra can exert control over Halaster’s magic gates, keeping adventurers from passing through them if she thinks they lack the might needed to defeat the perils beyond. In terms of game rules
the following telepathic warning in Common: “Turn back! You’re not prepared for the danger that lies ahead!” Characters are free to ignore her warning. She can’t and won’t elaborate on the nature of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
for everyone at the table. If your character laughs in the face of every danger, they undermine the adventure’s threats and its broader atmosphere. When creating and playing your character, consider
, discuss with your group how much fear ties into the game’s rules. Would you prefer to keep frightful reactions narrative, or would you like to use game rules that present additional challenges and