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Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
their incredible intellects and stores of information that many seek them out, including demon lords. Some sibriexes act as advisors and oracles, manipulating demons into serving their ends, while others
sibriexes can graft on new body parts to give the demons greater strength, vision, or stamina. Sibriexes never give aid freely, though; they demand a service or a treasure in return for the flesh
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Adventures Giants often appear in adventures that aren’t about giants, serving as powerful enemies or allies to adventurers. This section offers inspiration if you want to make giants or the realms
Patrons” explores various roles a giant might adopt as a patron for an adventuring party and the missions the giant might assign.
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
, injury, or age) often join these cults instead of facing daily humiliation, exile, or death.
Serving as the bridge between the two parts of the tribe are the priestesses of Luthic, the orc goddess who
relieved of their other roles and taken to the lair’s whelping pens, where they are tended to by Luthic’s followers.
Orcs don’t take mates, and no pair-bonding occurs in a tribe
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
. This section also presents other playable races that have performed important roles in the world’s evolution: Changelings are clever shapechangers who can disguise themselves as other people
. Goblinoids — bugbears, goblins, and hobgoblins — ruled Khorvaire long ago, before the madness of the daelkyr undermined them. After serving as mercenaries in the Last War, they now seek a place in the world’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
communicate telepathically with any creature that carries or wields it. Sentient Item’s Senses 1d4 Senses 1 Hearing and standard vision out to 30 feet 2 Hearing and standard vision out to 60 feet 3
Hearing and standard vision out to 120 feet 4 Hearing and Darkvision out to 120 feet Sentient Item’s Special Purpose 1d10 Special Purpose 1 Aligned. The item seeks to defeat or destroy those of a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
. Characters with no special interest in serving a deity might participate in the “Scales of War” prelude instead. The prelude unfolds in a surreal, dreamlike situation where characters can follow a
who have been experiencing a recurring vision that comes to them in times of great turmoil or doubt. This vision might be a recent occurrence or something they’ve been experiencing for a long time
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
organization. While serving as spies engaging in international intrigues could lead to world-changing escapades, being fixers for the mayor of a struggling town offers a personal connection to a place
civic and moral leadership. 2 Young Noble. An ambitious noble eagerly seeks to reform society to align with a personal vision. 3 Shipwrecked Governor. A desperate leader struggles to keep people alive
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
city, with individuals serving as tyrants over city districts. The city’s rulers rarely meet in council, and when they do, the quarrelsome tyrants rarely find common cause or any basis for agreement
starting point, they pursue their vision of a better way of life, aspiring to nobler principles than senseless slaughter and better governance than iron-fisted tyranny. Under the leadership of the temple’s
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
normal vision out to 30 feet. 2 Hearing and normal vision out to 60 feet. 3 Hearing and normal vision out to 120 feet. 4 Hearing and darkvision out to 120 feet. Alignment A sentient magic item has
, learn a secret, or unravel a cryptic prophecy. 9 Destiny Seeker: The item is convinced that it and its wielder have key roles to play in future events. 10 Creator Seeker: The item seeks its creator and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Arveiaturace Arrives Arveiaturace, an ancient white dragon whose vision is hampered by cataracts, carries the body of her former master, the wizard Meltharond, in a saddle on her back (see
characters’ lives if they lend a helping hand. Someone who makes a successful Wisdom (Insight) check contested by the dragon’s Charisma (Deception) check discerns that she has no intention of keeping
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
exposed insides.
4 Parts serving unintended roles, like a body composed of dozens of hands.
5 Perfect features accented by beautiful stitching.
6 Visible mechanisms, bellows, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
a superior form of devil. That’s how, over ages, a lemure might become a pit fiend. But devils do more than corrupt. They also fight in the Blood War. Asmodeus attests that serving in his infernal
roles in this story. Before running the adventure, it’s worth taking the time to familiarize yourself with the “Devils” entry in the Monster Manual, which not only describes the most common types of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Daask. The sinister cultist could be a priest of the Mockery—or a mind flayer serving the Daelkyr. Make every story your own! The Hook 1d8 Plot Hook
1 One of the PCs is nearly crushed when a
package.
6 A delirious street preacher has an apocalyptic vision concerning one of the player characters.
7 The PCs discover a bound-elemental explosive device in their quarters. They have
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
daughter Bloppblippodd, archpriest of Leemooggoogoon the Deep Father.
Defense: All kuo-toa rally to the village’s defense, including whips and monitors serving the priesthood.
Commerce: The kuo-toa
faction has shifted its worship to Leemooggoogoon the Deep Father, a vision influenced by the manifestation of the demon prince Demogorgon from the depths of the Darklake. Initially, the archpriest of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
least one knight in residence. Knights are selected for their roles based on their martial and psionic potential, and young githyanki who pass muster are inducted into service soon after they enter
along with them. Knights often emerge from planar travel astride the backs of red dragons, which have been serving the githyanki as allies ever since their time of enslavement under the mind flayers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
readings. At the rite’s conclusion, the initiates receive a vision of the All-Consuming Star. As part of this initiation, new members of the Heralds of the Comet shed their old identities and take on new
Basil, the Sage of Sages, founder of the group and the architect of its belief system. While serving a forgotten king in an insignificant realm, Basil became fascinated with the original Deck of Many
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
a few are deeply corrupt, serving only their own interests. The most senior member of the council is recognized as its leader, responsible for bringing the assembly to order and moderating its debate
experience a wild, creative vision from Keranos. The Reverent Army The hoplites of Meletis practice battlefield tactics in an environment saturated with religious devotion. The military force of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
thoughtful leader of his people, devoted to the vision that he and his wife share of a Blingdenstone rebuilt and reborn. Quartermaster Senni takes the count and measure of everything, ensuring her
priesthood serving the deep gnome deities Segojan Earthcaller (the god of deep earth and nature) and Callarduran Smoothhands (the god of stone and mining). The Stoneheart Enclave is in charge of summoning
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
demons into serving their ends, while other sibriexes cling to their secrets, parceling out lore only when doing so would advance their plans. Demon Crafters. Sibriexes can channel the power of the
. Some demons petition sibriexes for physical gifts, and if they are moved to do so, sibriexes can graft on new body parts to give the demons greater strength, vision, or stamina. Sibriexes never give
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
incredible intellects and stores of information that many seek them out, including demon lords. Some sibriexes act as advisors and oracles, manipulating demons into serving their ends, while others
sibriexes can graft on new body parts to give the demons greater strength, vision, or stamina. Sibriexes never give aid freely, though; they demand a service or a treasure in return for the flesh
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
depth (usually 10 feet, but some pits are deeper). Hidden Pit. This pit has a cover constructed from material identical to the floor around it. A successful DC 15 Wisdom (Perception) check discerns
attack with a +8 bonus against a random target within 10 feet of the pressure plate (vision is irrelevant to this attack roll). (If there are no targets in the area, the darts don't hit anything.) A
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
weakness, malformation, injury, or age) often join these cults instead of facing daily humiliation, exile, or death. Serving as the bridge between the two parts of the tribe are the priestesses of Luthic
themselves through feats of strength and ferocity in war are considered worthy of being true worshipers. Gruumsh singles out these individuals by bestowing upon each one a powerful dream or vision that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
acts as the police force for all of Ravnica. The Azorius NPCs table summarizes key roles within this force. Statistics for these NPCs are found in the Monster Manual unless the table states otherwise
the elite Sunhome Guard protects the legion’s headquarters. The Boros NPCs table summarizes key roles within these forces. Statistics for these NPCs are found in the Monster Manual unless the table
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
rest in the cave receives at the end of the rest a vague vision of a danger it might face within the next 10 days. If the creature isn’t an aberration, it must succeed on a DC 14 Wisdom saving throw or
Talnad’s Charisma (Deception) check discerns that she isn’t telling the whole truth. If the characters follow the merfolk into the gorge, Talnad and Valas lead the group to Allero and then attack. If the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
the new culture, taking up most leadership roles and acting as the strong center in any military action. Hobgoblins that are called to lead a host become fired with purpose, overtaken by a fanaticism
and power than they previously possessed by serving as agents of the goblinoids, helping to identify any who are disloyal to the host. In matters of religion, there is little or no flexibility. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
, restrained
Senses truesight 120 ft., passive Perception 23
Languages all, telepathy 120 ft.
Challenge 19 (22,000 XP)
All-Around Vision. The quori can’t be surprised while it isn’t
ruination of competitors as they are on the furthering of il-Lashtavar’s plans. When they aren’t serving in the cities of their nightmare realm, they hunt the dreaming spirits of mortals. Fearmongers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
they recognize is “might makes right.” Priests and Rites. Grolantor’s priests often boast of having experienced a personal interaction with their god—a dream, waking vision, or even an encounter with
firbolgs, who claim a distant kinship with giants. Hiatea’s priests adopt one of two roles, reflecting the god’s dual areas of concern. Some live within the giants’ enclaves and focus their efforts on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Darkhold, and his vision for the revival of the organization was along military lines. After a time of recruitment and training, the Zhentarim emerged from Darkhold not as conquerers or as bullying
expects from warriors serving a local lord. Those who misunderstand the Zhentarim often do so because they imagine them to be cackling villains in the vein of the Zhents of yore. In reality, they are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
breeze!”
Ideal. “The pursuit of true love compels me! Never shall I wilt if I have such a cause to champion.”
Bond. “The beautiful Pollenella—a vision in stripes.”
Flaw. “I cannot resist a pretty
that lives in his head, because he fears losing it might turn him back into the uncaring, self-serving person he was previously.
Alignment. Neutral (neutral evil without the maggot).
Personality
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory
!”
Ideal. “The pursuit of true love compels me! Never shall I wilt if I have such a cause to champion.”
Bond. “The beautiful Pollenella—a vision in stripes.”
Flaw. “I cannot resist a pretty face
lives in his head, because he fears losing it might turn him back into the uncaring, self-serving person he was previously.
Alignment. Neutral (neutral evil without the maggot).
Personality Trait
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
is plagued by a piercing headache, and whenever the character closes or opens their eyes, they briefly see a flash of shadowy, alien tendrils creeping at the edge of their vision. Additionally, the
form a magical lock that can be opened only with psionic energy. A character who studies the door and succeeds on a DC 15 Intelligence (Arcana) check discerns the nature of the door’s lock; if a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
strive to uphold. Giant Ideals d6 Ideal 1 The Ordning. Annam created the ordning for the good of all giants, and it’s our duty to uphold his vision. (Lawful) 2 Skill. What sets my clan apart is its
. Some allow trolls to roam free in rarely used parts of their fortresses, serving as perimeter guards of a sort. Trolls require little maintenance, able to survive on the fire giants’ scraps and on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
credit for their newfound prosperity going squarely to Yvandre Rillyn, a neutral female human veteran who returned to Baldur’s Gate after many years serving with the Flaming Fist and other mercenary
will as they do, behold a vision to inspire their next creation. The reflective period can be dawn to dusk, midnight to midday, or any other period. As the Unrolling Scroll stands in the Upper City
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur’s Gate Gazetteer
revived their fortunes, the credit for their newfound prosperity going squarely to Yvandre Rillyn, a neutral female human veteran who returned to Baldur’s Gate after many years serving with the
as they do, behold a vision to inspire their next creation. The reflective period can be dawn to dusk, midnight to midday, or any other period. As the Unrolling Scroll stands in the Upper City, though
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
capabilities of their new forms, including weapon and skill proficiencies, vision, languages, and spellcasting. They can also apply proficiency bonuses or expertise for skills their characters have, albeit
players to embrace the roles and enjoy the concept of momentarily placing their NPC’s secret goal as a top priority. Players might be more willing to take this on if you let them know that the scenario