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knowledge and personal secrets. The Zhentarim wouldn’t have become the organization it is today—one where treachery and subterfuge are the order of the day—without Manshoon’s
ûn. Manshoon subtly cultivates this belief to keep his true forces hidden.
Manshoon seems to be a young man, but he is significantly older than he appears, and his mind harbors the skills and
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, and a pouch containing 10 gp
FEATURE: CITY SECRETS
You know the secret patterns and flow to cities and can find passages through the urban sprawl that others would miss. When you
will run away from a fight.
2
Gold seems like a lot of money to me, and I’ll do just about anything for more of it.
3
I will never fully trust anyone other than myself.
4
I&rsquo
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Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
solutions. (Chaotic)
3
Discovery. Every experiment has the potential to reveal more secrets of the multiverse. (Any)
4
Science. A rigorous application of logical principles and
;ll make something happen.
3
Nothing is ever simple, and if it seems simple, I’ll find a way to make it complicated.
4
I tend to ignore sleep for days when I’m conducting
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Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
recruited me into the Azorius left and joined the Boros.
3
I have a friendship with a Dimir agent who sometimes funnels me secrets about Azorius activities.
4
A Golgari spore druid would love to
see me slip up and break the law.
5
A lesser Gruul chieftain seems to think I could be useful.
6
The black sheep of my family is putting their maniacal genius to use in the Izzet.
7
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
in, a pet mouse, a token to remember your parents by, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 10 gp
FEATURE: CITY SECRETS
You know the secret patterns and flow to cities and
from a fight.
2
Gold seems like a lot of money to me, and I’ll do just about anything for more of it.
3
I will never fully trust anyone other than myself.
4
I’d rather
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
What Adrisa Knows After the characters question Grinky, they can ask Adrisa questions about the Agile Hand or Constantori’s Portrait. She knows the following: Guildmaster Dusk. “Everyone seems to
eavesdrop on conversations and pass along secrets to its owner. Like its beautiful subject, the painting is notoriously vain.” Sense of Urgency. “It’s likely that the Agile Hand has a buyer for the
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offer bribes, favors, or other incentives to induce people to reveal their secrets.
Your DM might rule that the knowledge you seek is secreted away in an inaccessible place, or that it simply can
’t be found. Unearthing the deepest secrets of the multiverse can require an adventure or even a whole campaign.
Simic Guild Spells
Prerequisite: Spellcasting or Pact Magic class feature
For you
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spore druid responsible for a large rot farm.
5
There’s a troll in a remote area of the undercity who seems to find me interesting — and who knows more than you’d think.
6
An
joined the Gruul in a battle against the Boros once, and the sergeant of that Boros squad would love to prove that it was me.
3
I had a romance with a Dimir agent whom I still feed secrets to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
-hearted nature spirits dwell in every glade and stream, brooking no infringement. Travelers must tread lightly. The air of Arborea seems charged with excitement. Sudden squalls brew up out of nowhere
, beating the tree-lined paths with heavy winds. The storms pass within minutes and leave behind warm arcs of sunlight filtering through the forest canopy. Music always seems to be playing in the distance
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
acquire secrets. There are magewrights among the Tyrants who can permanently alter your appearance. So, the Tyrants can steal someone’s identity, but they can also provide a fugitive with a new life
. The Tyrants are an enigmatic organization. They act to protect the changelings of Tavick’s Landing and they pursue schemes that generate profits. But they also gather secrets they might never use and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
anyone but Melissara opens the journal (a precaution to prevent her cousins from reading it and discovering her secrets). The journal details Melissara’s unease with her family, as well as her growing
fear of losing her mind and soul to the Far Realm. She seems desperate to use her writings in the journal as a touchstone to her own mind.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
, though some peoples remain missing. The city serves as a nexus of diplomacy and trade, a repository of histories and secrets, and a thriving sanctuary for those seeking safety or a better life. The
founding civilizations. In the haze of the Ethereal Plane, the Auroral Diamond is a scintillating beacon visible from leagues away. The diamond itself seems to have moods, changing colors unpredictably, but
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Radiant Citadel
those societies, though some peoples remain missing. The city serves as a nexus of diplomacy and trade, a repository of histories and secrets, and a thriving sanctuary for those seeking safety or a
Citadel’s founding civilizations. In the haze of the Ethereal Plane, the Auroral Diamond is a scintillating beacon visible from leagues away. The diamond itself seems to have moods, changing colors
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
his gratitude before quaffing the healing potion in his backpack (see “Treasure” below). On the surface, he seems to be amiable, confident, and eager to discover Undermountain’s secrets. He’s happy to
13. Mutated Apprentices Once a dwarven mithral mine, this section of the dungeon is home to apprentices whose attempts to unlock the secrets of the Weave transformed them into gibbering mouthers and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Zilargo. Worse still, several of the wealthiest and most influential members of the board are associated with the Aurum, a shadowy cabal whose primary interest seems to be increasing its members
important than any particular skills or abilities for this character, although many Networkers have high Charisma scores. Snoop. A Snoop pries into secrets and pieces together the clues behind a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
known on Theros, so he and only he decides which secrets should be loosed upon the world, and which must be kept forever hidden. He has existed since before mortals occupied Theros and numbers among
world when he bound all the other gods within the fabric of Nyx. Erebos and Kruphix blame one another for Klothys’s recent emergence from the Underworld, a situation neither seems able to control
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
creatures that whisper secrets. 4 A hidden shrine with a patchwork depiction of a new kuo-toa deity. 5 The lavish chamber of an animal or monster said to be prophetic, lucky, or literate. 6 A pool filled
else and brought with them all the rank and dank of the sunless sea. No one knows what they want, and seems to me, neither do they.
—Trosli Garnetgetter, gnome explorer
Kuo-toa Kuo-toa loot ruins
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
the time, the dwarves believed that the Jhorash’tar orcs were responsible, but now it seems more likely that the Noldrun opened a path to the Realm Below. What malevolent powers have claimed the halls
of Noldrunhold? The Realm Below No one knows the extent or depth of the ancient dwarven empire deep beneath the Ironroot Mountains. Great wealth and arcane secrets remain hidden in these halls, along
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
d6 and consult the Crypt Hauntings table to determine the nature of the ghostly image or effect encountered there (or choose one that seems evocative). A haunting can’t leave the location where it’s
the rules for blessings presented in the Dungeon Master’s Guide: Blessing of Dumathoin. Your eyes become keen enough to pick out hidden secrets. You gain darkvision. If you already had darkvision, you
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
on their survey of the region. He then tells Dalamar to escort the characters away and return to his work. Mutual Understanding Dalamar is frustrated that Zhelsuel seems content to spend the rest of
other elves to this region. Though he doesn’t know its location, he’s interested in finding it, as it reportedly was a magical marvel that might hold valuable secrets. Once Dalamar reveals this shared
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
actually claim a noble title and hobnob with other members of the aristocracy. However, dragons in this category often prefer to avoid the hassles of secrets and disguises, focusing instead on extravagance
A struggling merchant hires the characters to identify a mysterious competitor who seems to have unlimited resources. (Business owner)
3 A repentant enemy comes to the characters, telling them
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
!” Can I see anything in the room beyond?
4 Finding Hidden Objects. Adventure environments are full of secrets: traps, concealed doors, loose floorboards, and hidden treasures. Characters often
back by the first door.
Jared: Amy, the chest seems expertly made, with elegant fittings and clawed feet.
7 Amy: I try to open it. Is it locked?
Jared: It’s not locked and opens easily—and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Encounters
Cloud Giant Encounters Cloud giants and related creatures thrive where there is fantastic wealth to be earned, plundered, or swindled; where there are secrets to be uncovered; and where
diplomacy or guile can carry the day. Cloud Giant Encounters d12† Encounter
1 1 cloud giant seeking to learn the secrets of 1 spectral cloud* (attitude for both: 1d8)
2 1 cloud giant
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
histories and secrets, and a thriving sanctuary for those seeking safety or a better life. The floating city is a miracle of architecture carved out of a single, massive fossil that snakes around a
diamond seems to have moods, changing colors unpredictably, but it is always visible for wanderers lost and in need. Just beyond the city whirls a massive ether cyclone known as the Keening Gloom—a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
, and she seems a capable and charismatic leader. The Daggerford family’s authority over the area dates back to the ancient Kingdom of Man that succeeded Phalorm in the region. Though that realm has been
moss-covered or dune-buried stones, the ruins of Netheril and its arcane secrets have drawn many to their doom.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
, separate from the public spaces above. Now the draconians work feverishly to uncover its secrets while Lord Soth looks on through his Undead servants. S10: Corridors The corridors on this level are
named Caradoc is lurking around—it seems like he’s up to no good. Lorry is thinking about destroying him and putting in for his job. Most of the dragon-people spend their time above ground, but some of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
secrets. Losvius doesn’t poke his nose where it’s not wanted in a search for blackmail material. He is just overpoweringly curious about what other people don’t talk about. If he is along, there’s a good
. Speech springs from him like music from the harp of Milil. The fact that he seldom has anything to say never seems to stop him from talking or others from listening. Nyerhite Verther (Male Human
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
secrets. Losvius doesn’t poke his nose where it’s not wanted in a search for blackmail material. He is just overpoweringly curious about what other people don’t talk about. If he is along, there’s a
met. Speech springs from him like music from the harp of Milil. The fact that he seldom has anything to say never seems to stop him from talking or others from listening. Nyerhite Verther (Male Human
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
N4. Wachterhaus This house seems disgusted with itself. A slouching roof hangs heavy over furrowed gables, and moss-covered walls sag and bulge under the weight of the vegetation. As you study the
informed about everything that happens in town. Ernst knows Lady Wachter’s secrets, and he would blackmail her in a heartbeat if their relationship went sour. N4a. Front Door and Vestibule The front door
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
. Thin wisps of beard float from its bony jaw. It raises a finger, tracing arcane symbols in the air. In a hoarse voice, it speaks: “Secrets found and lost then found again. Your paltry minds cannot
party enters and sees the rest of the room, read: A bench runs down the west wall of what seems to be a laboratory. On the bench are jars of powders and liquids and several pieces of chemical apparatus
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
. The inscription reads, “A secret never before told will part Dumathoin’s lips.” A successful DC 14 Intelligence (Religion) check identifies Dumathoin as the dwarven god of secrets. Any dwarf character
toppled. It also seems impervious to damage. A detect magic spell reveals an aura of evocation magic on the statue. The trapdoor is false and can’t be lifted. Anyone who touches the trapdoor or its pull
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
. The air seems to hum with pent-up power.
Soon after the characters enter this area, an entity called Everlast makes its presence known. Everlast is a living spell bound to the spire. It can
in the city’s restoration. Do not reveal the city’s secrets to outsiders. Everlast can manifest anywhere inside the spire and can move instantaneously between locations within it. If the characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
Upper City Gazetteer Despite its well-policed streets and decorous homes, the Upper City harbors secrets both marvelous and scandalous. Some of its most notable locales are described below in
murderer to his lair, for he seems to melt into the city’s fog after each slaying. Distant Shores Tendai and Khennen Shore (chaotic good human commoners) are a married couple that runs a successful
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
Upper City Gazetteer Despite its well-policed streets and decorous homes, the Upper City harbors secrets both marvelous and scandalous. Some of its most notable locales are described below in
murderer to his lair, for he seems to melt into the city’s fog after each slaying. Distant Shores Tendai and Khennen Shore (chaotic good human commoners) are a married couple that runs a successful
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
dwarven city sprawl in the subterranean night. From somewhere within comes an agonized wail, followed by a breathless ramble of whimpering pleas. Then the whole city seems to join the chorus with the
gods bear somber expressions and formal regalia. The doors are spiked shut from the outside.
The reliefs portray Dumathoin, the Keeper of Secrets Under the Mountain, and Marthammor Duin, the Watcher