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Gideon Lightward

Monsters Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

himself to fighting the ever-present threat of demons. Gideon slowly gave up his sanity and free will to the devils, leaving him corrupted by Zariel and fully serving her in the months leading up to

Elturel. He sees his cause as a noble one — fighting the demons whose chaos marks the end of all things. But his mind is broken and filled with hatred for those who refuse to follow his commands.Necrotic, PoisonBludgeoning, Piercing, and Slashing from Nonmagical AttacksRadiant

Barnibus Blastwind

Monsters Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

inherited from his grandmother. When not serving the Watchful Order, he spends his days reading and writing books in his library. Barnibus uses spells that help him investigate crimes, pry secrets

from the minds of suspects, and locate missing persons. He finds violence appalling and would never use his magic to inflict harm on others — even those who harm him.

Bulezau

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

; armies, serving as foot soldiers in the Abyss’s endless warring. Bulezaus crave violence. Their eagerness to kill and willingness to die make them common members of many demon lords&rsquo

manifestations of animalistic rage, bulezaus embody the violence of nature. Across the Abyss, these demons lurk in deep canyons and lofty crags, and many find a place in the ranks of demon lords&rsquo

Path of the Zealot

classes Xanathar's Guide to Everything

gods who inspire zealots are deities of combat, destruction, and violence. Not all are evil, but few are good. Path of the Zealot Features Barbarian Level Feature 3rd Divine Fury

Some deities inspire their followers to pitch themselves into a ferocious battle fury. These barbarians are zealots — warriors who channel their rage into powerful displays of divine power. A

Tempest Domain (PHB)

Classes Player’s Handbook (2014)

thunder, gods of earthquakes, some fire gods, and certain gods of violence, physical strength, and courage. In some pantheons, a god of this domain rules over other deities and is known for swift justice

, either to keep those folk on the path of righteousness or to encourage them to offer sacrifices of propitiation to ward off divine wrath. Tempest Domain Spells Cleric Level Spells 3rd

Tempest Domain Legacy

Classes Player’s Handbook (2014)

thunder, gods of earthquakes, some fire gods, and certain gods of violence, physical strength, and courage. In some pantheons, a god of this domain rules over other deities and is known for swift

folk, either to keep those folk on the path of righteousness or to encourage them to offer sacrifices of propitiation to ward off divine wrath. Tempest Domain Spells Cleric Level Spells

Oread

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

they can to maximize the impending devastation. Honor Among Fey. Hearkening back to some ages-old conflict, oreads refuse to knowingly destroy any land inhabited by another nymph. While they won't work

mortal's associates find familiar tools and a heap of ashes. Nymphs Divine servants that inhabit unspoiled corners of the world, nymphs protect places of natural power and infuse their surroundings with

War Domain

classes Player’s Handbook (2014)

, the gods of war watch over warriors and reward them for their great deeds. The clerics of such gods excel in battle, inspiring others to fight the good fight or offering acts of violence as prayers

warriors in any circumstance. War Domain Spells Cleric Level Spells 1st divine favor, shield of faith 3rd magic weapon, spiritual weapon 5th crusader's

Giff Legacy

Monsters Mordenkainen’s Tome of Foes

. Mercenaries Extraordinaire. Giff are in high demand as warriors for hire, but they insist on serving in units composed entirely of giff; a giff hiring itself out individually is unheard of. Giff

refuse to fight other giff, and will never agree to a contract unless it stipulates that they can sit out a battle rather than wage war against their kin. A giff prizes the reputation of its unit above its

Bugbear Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

indolence offers no clue to how vicious the creatures are. Bugbears are capable of bouts of incredible ferocity, using their muscular bodies to exact swift and ruthless violence. At their core

host, bugbears believe Maglubiyet has again corralled the brothers into a divine battle, and they honor their gods by following suit. Skiggaret is the bugbear version of the bogeyman, as hateful and

14. Detention Hall

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

14. Detention Hall There’s a 50 percent chance that a red-robed tiefling mage named Violence (see “The Horned Sisters”) is here, serving a detention for threatening a guest lecturer. The area

contains the following: Desk. A plain desk is situated against the west wall. If Violence is here, she’s seated in the chair, facing the wall, reading a scorched spellbook. Door Plaque. The northeast door

Deck of Many More Things

Magic Items The Book of Many Things

. This effect can be undone only by the Wish spell, divine intervention, or similar magic. Door. You gain the ability to cast the Gate spell 1d4 times, requiring no material components. Use your

bargained with; it keeps its side of any bargain it makes, though it might twist the wording of any agreement to suit its purposes. If attacked, or if negotiations fail and you refuse the Fiend’s

Secret

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

up serving, choose a Divine Domain that is appropriate for it, and if it doesn’t have a holy symbol, work with your DM to design one. The cleric’s class features often refer to your deity. If you

chance. 4 Even though you can work divine magic, you have never truly felt the presence of a divine essence within yourself. 5 You are plagued by nightmares that you believe are sent by your god as

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

they were demigods — mighty beings of divine descent. This isn’t a casual sort of worship or lip service; kobolds are awed in the presence of a dragon, as if an actual avatar of a deity

divination (to find raw materials and foresee threats to the tribe). The main reason why kobolds depend on arcane magic rather than divine is Kurtulmak’s imprisonment, which makes it difficult for

Upper Tavick's Landing

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

Upper Tavick’s Landing With its restrictive laws and aristocratic pride, Upper Tavick’s Landing is openly hostile not just to street crime but to any display of violence, loud noise, and even

elite soldiers hone the psionic abilities they learn from their quori masters in the Dreaming Dark. A family of Karrnathi vampires inhabits an ancient manor in the opulent Ocean View district, serving

Path of the Zealot

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

general, the gods who inspire zealots are deities of combat, destruction, and violence. Not all are evil, but few are good. Path of the Zealot Features Barbarian Level Feature 3rd Divine Fury, Warrior

divine power. A variety of gods across the worlds of D&D inspire their followers to embrace this path. Tempus from the Forgotten Realms and Hextor and Erythnul of Greyhawk are all prime examples. In

Bulezau

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

demon lords’ armies, serving as foot soldiers in the Abyss’s endless warring. Bulezaus crave violence. Their eagerness to kill and willingness to die make them common members of many demon lords

Bulezau Diseased manifestations of animalistic rage, bulezaus embody the violence of nature. Across the Abyss, these demons lurk in deep canyons and lofty crags, and many find a place in the ranks of

Interesting Things About Thrane

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

Interesting Things About Thrane Faith is part of daily life in Thrane, and divine adepts provide important services. Magic is also common in Thrane. Everbright lanterns light the streets while

system of nobility remains in place, but ultimate authority rests in the hands of the church. Queen Diani ir’Wynarn is the “blood regent,” serving as a symbolic advisor to the Keeper of the Flame. A small fraction of the population would like to see the traditional monarchy restored to power.

Interesting Things About Thrane

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

fire born when Tira Miron sacrificed herself to bind the demon Bel Shalor. Faith is a part of daily life in Thrane, and divine adepts provide many important services. However, arcane magic is still a

; it’s simply that ultimate authority rests in the hands of the church. Queen Diani ir’Wynarn is the “blood regent,” serving as a symbolic advisor to the Keeper of the Flame. There is a small fraction of the population who would like to see the traditional monarchy restored to power.

Goblin Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

Khurgorbaeyag seems to dislike sharing his divine power with his followers. And although many goblins would readily offer anything to have the abilities of a warlock, the patrons that grant such power

serving as the tribe’s boss, a fiend that has made its way into the world, or an undying lord such as a lich or a vampire. (For more information on undying lord patrons, see the Sword Coast

Pharika as Campaign Villain

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

threats. As the campaign progresses, Pharika could evolve from antagonist into an unlikely patron. Pharika is also an excellent partner for a range of other divine antagonists, lending her support in

exchange for future favors. However, with the right overtures and services, the characters might entreat her to betray a client, turning her against a new mutual enemy. Pharika’s Divine Schemes Pharika

Champions and Quests

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

, and blessings the god might bestow. Serving Two or More Masters Often, each of the characters in an adventuring party is the champion of a different god—or no god at all. What brings the characters

together? How do you motivate the whole party? Consider these options: Divine Coalition. The characters represent a coalition of gods who have joined forces against a common foe (or cabal of enemies). For

Character Classes

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

with Rage, and wade into hand-to-hand combat. Then follow the Path of the Berserker to unleash raw violence. Bard. Perform spells that inspire and heal allies or beguile foes. Then join the College of

Lore to collect knowledge and magical secrets. Cleric. Invoke divine magic to heal, bolster, and smite. Then harness the Life Domain to be a master of healing. Druid. Channel nature magic to heal

Empyrean

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

Empyrean Inheritors of divine might, empyreans are idealized, human-shaped beings of godly power. These beings might have relationships with their creators akin to those of parents and their children

Upper Planes or the fiendish deities of the Lower Planes. Nevertheless, empyreans have free will. Celestial empyreans are typically noble beings who quest to prove themselves worthy of their divine

Tempest Domain

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

and thunder, gods of earthquakes, some fire gods, and certain gods of violence, physical strength, and courage. In some pantheons, a god of this domain rules over other deities and is known for swift

folk, either to keep those folk on the path of righteousness or to encourage them to offer sacrifices of propitiation to ward off divine wrath. Tempest Domain Spells Cleric Level Spells 1st

Bulezau

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

demon lords’ armies, serving as foot soldiers in the Abyss’s endless warring. Bloodlust. Bulezaus crave violence. Their eagerness to kill and willingness to die make them common members of any demon

Bulezau Diseased manifestations of animalistic rage, bulezaus embody the violence of nature. Across the Abyss, bulezaus lurk in deep canyons and lofty crags, and many find a place in the ranks of the

Mistlands

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

, severe governmental buildings, and temples dedicated to dozens of grim deities. Serving the city are the vassal villages of Decimus, Desolatus, and Despondia, where peasants struggle to feed the city’s

resentful of the exploitative upper class. This has resulted in violence and the ransacking of wealthy homes. The city’s elite have rallied behind one of their eldest members, Lady Talisveri Eris. Eris

Klothys as Campaign Villain

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

to enter the mortal realm; its destruction could hurl Klothys back into the Underworld for untold ages to come. Klothys’s Divine Schemes Klothys has many designs for Theros and for the futures she

has foretold that might never come to pass. The Klothys’s Divine Schemes table provides several ways in which her foresight and fury might ensnare adventurers. (ADAM PAQUETTE) Klothys’s Divine

27. Dining Room and Kitchen

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage

area 27b enter through the north door and begin setting the table for a feast. Once the table is set, they pull out chairs for guests and begin pouring wine into goblets before serving dinner and

kitchen. They try to gently nudge anyone who wanders into the kitchen out the nearest door. Intruders that refuse to leave are attacked. The servants are confined to area 27 and can’t leave these chambers

Lliira

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

honored at any celebration, and dance is the primary way to worship her. The Mistress of Revels is said to abhor violence, and any fighting or drawing of weapons (except in ceremony) at a celebration will

, and her priests bless anyone they see wearing such adornments. Lliira’s followers aren’t frivolous, however. To them, divine joy is a very real gift to the world of mortals, and one much needed. To

The Undying Court

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

. Perfect your skills and you may earn your place among the Deathless. Destroy those foul creatures that channel the power of Mabar, for they consume the essence of our world. The elves of Aerenal refuse

Undying Court creates a pool of energy that empowers their divine spellcasters. Of all of these religions, the Undying Court is the most grounded in reality. You can go to Shae Mordai and seek an

A Pox on the Land

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

— the rapidly spreading civilizations of humans and their ilk. Kayalithica’s followers, who are predominantly neutral, believe that violence against small folk is justified, because their thane has

against the nearby settlements of Orlbar and Llorkh. The stone giant thane now has her sights set on Loudwater or Parnast, and she has asked Skoraeus Stonebones to send her divine guidance about which

Barnibus Blastwind

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

grandmother. When not serving the Watchful Order, he spends his days reading and writing books in his library. Barnibus uses spells that help him investigate crimes, pry secrets from the minds of suspects, and

locate missing persons. He finds violence appalling and would never use his magic to inflict harm on others — even those who harm him. Barnibus Blastwind Medium humanoid (human), lawful good

Undying Court

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War

may earn your place among the Deathless. Destroy those foul creatures that channel the power of Mabar, for they consume the essence of our world. The elves of Aerenal refuse to let their greatest souls

concrete relationship with your deity. In creating your character, consider why you’ve traveled so far from home. Are you on a specific mission? Are you serving the Court as a whole, or are you acting as

Subclasses

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

who refuse mercy or righteousness Ranger Gloom Stalker 3rd Unafraid of the dark, relentlessly stalks and ambushes foes Ranger Horizon Walker 3rd Finds portals to other worlds and channels planar

, manipulates others Rogue Scout 3rd Combines stealth with a knack for survival Rogue Swashbuckler 3rd Delivers deadly strikes with speed and panache Sorcerer Divine Soul 1st Harnesses magic bestowed

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