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Iarno “Glasstaff” Albrek

Monsters Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

, magic missileA former member of the Lords’ Alliance, Glasstaff seized an opportunity in Phandalin to line his own pockets. Originally tasked with setting up a constabulary, he instead assembled

;honored guests,” and expresses regret that he cannot provide suitable entertainment for the occasion of their visit. Beneath his genteel demeanor, however, Glasstaff is just as violent and

Annis Hag

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

hag. Over time, “Granny” or “Grampy” convinces the child that it’s okay to do bad deeds—starting with breaking things or wandering without permission, then

graduating to pushing someone down the stairs or setting a house on fire. Eventually, the child’s terrified family and community face painful decisions of what to do about the seemingly remorseless

Eye of Fear and Flame

Monsters Infernal Machine Rebuild

living, commanding individuals to perform evil deeds of the undead's choosing or be destroyed. If its commands are not obeyed, an eye of fear and flame throws back its hood to reveal its skull—set

momentous decision. The undead seeks to corrupt vulnerable individuals, especially those of lawful or good alignments, by setting tasks that test its targets' moral foundations. A paladin might be ordered

Acolyte Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

, from the Forgotten Realms setting. Were you a lesser functionary in a temple, raised from childhood to assist the priests in the sacred rites? Or were you a high priest who suddenly experienced a call

particular hero of my faith, and constantly refer to that person’s deeds and example. 2 I can find common ground between the fiercest enemies, empathizing with them and always working toward

Acolyte - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

religious service. The Gods of the Multiverse section contains a sample pantheon, from the Forgotten Realms setting. Were you a lesser functionary in a temple, raised from childhood to assist the priests in

person’s deeds and example. 2 I can find common ground between the fiercest enemies, empathizing with them and always working toward peace. 3 I see omens in every event and action. The

Faction Agent

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

from many walks of life, setting them to tasks that serve the goals of the Black Network but aren’t necessarily criminal in nature. Agents of the Black Network must often work in secret, and are

Personality Trait 1 I idolize a particular hero of my faith, and constantly refer to that person’s deeds and example. 2 I can find common ground between the fiercest enemies

Valor's Call

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

Valor’s Call The noble adventuring party known as Valor’s Call was founded by Strongheart, a resolute human Paladin committed to destroying evil wherever it rears its head. Strongheart alone

. The group enjoys the patronage of Yolande, the queen of Celene, and carries out missions on her behalf both in the Greyhawk setting (see chapter 5) and in the Feywild (see chapter 6). Prominent

Heroes of the Lance, The

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

Heroes of the Lance, The The adventurers known as the Heroes of the Lance, whose deeds helped prevent Takhisis (see Tiamat) and her evil dragons from conquering the world of the Dragonlance setting

Fill's Reward

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves

profusely for setting Edith’s confectionery on fire and is wracked with guilt for putting Edith in danger. If Briochebane comes into contact with Edith, the wyrmling apologizes to her too. Fill

admonishes the dragon on her return, but their reunion is joyous nevertheless. Fill rewards the characters with a box of warm pastries and 100 GP in a pouch. If informed about Edith’s unsavory deeds, Fill

Preface

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

Preface Hail and well met, traveler! Welcome to a world of magic and adventure. Originally created by Ed Greenwood, the Forgotten Realms setting has been home to Dungeons & Dragons stories and games

remained open in the depths of our imaginations and do so to this day, as more and more visitors find their way there. It is no surprise, then, that the Forgotten Realms became the setting for the first

Bard

classes Basic Rules (2014)

—knowledge of the people who constructed the monument and the mythic saga it depicts. A stern human warrior bangs his sword rhythmically against his scale mail, setting the tempo for his war chant

, decipher old tomes, travel to strange places, or encounter exotic creatures. Bards love to accompany heroes to witness their deeds firsthand. A bard who can tell an awe-inspiring story from personal

Purphoros's Champions

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

escalate from petty to violent. Although Purphoros is usually even-tempered, his champions occasionally run afoul of his violent impulses. They might find themselves inadvertently in the path of one of

his destructive rages, or they might earn his wrath more directly by displaying weakness or cowardice. Wayward champions are usually able to atone for their deeds and regain his favor when he is in a

Esoteric Martial Arts

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

that obstacles on one’s journey are common. The soul can be corrupted by the absence of wisdom. One’s body can be sullied by violent deeds. The mind is easily compromised by ego and emotional

Wyllow

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

returning to the surface, Wyllow grew positively despondent. The relationship soured and turned violent. A volley of spells on both sides resulted in Yinark’s death. After Wyllow’s fury abated, all

of the surface world has faded from her mind. She is distant but kind toward those who pass harmlessly through her domain, but turns violent whenever her forest or its peaceful denizens are

Order of the Gauntlet

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

sentient beings must come to the light of reason and goodness of their own volition. That is why it is not interested in controlling minds: it focuses only on deeds, setting an example to the world in hopes

to strike only when evil deeds are being committed. Thus, the Order of the Gauntlet is hypervigilant, using every resource at their disposal—both divine and mundane—to know where and when dark deeds

Playing During the Last War

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

Playing During the Last War In your campaign, you might want to take a look back at the war as it unfolds. Setting an adventure during the Last War puts the characters in a tumultuous time of

the war. These characters could be figures of legend whose great deeds are known to the present-day characters, or they could be unknowns caught up in events much larger than themselves. In either

DM Tips

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

a story as a group, so let the other players contribute through the words and deeds of their characters. Encourage players to engage by asking them what their characters are doing. It’s Not a

changed, as you’ll see in chapter 4. Ready-Made Elements. Sample adventures in chapter 4, a campaign setting in chapter 5, and new maps in appendix B make it easier to run a game right away

Nautical Adventures

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

from complete. Yet word of their deeds has inspired generations of sailors, merely hinting at the endless treasures and adventures to be found at sea. This section provides an overview of the wonders

-faring, sci-fi adventure (where mundane operations often fade into the background). How much a story engages with course setting, provisioning, periods of inactivity, and other aspects of long ocean

Toyalis

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

of replacement servants, new apprentices, or stock for magical experiments. A carnival atmosphere ensues, with the apprentice displaying their magical accomplishments and setting up competitions to

much as a leaf. The Brew Alchemical pollution from the village of Ramulai has poisoned the toxic marsh now known as the Brew. Creeks and bogs often erupt with violent fungal creatures and magical

Getting Players Invested

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

Getting Players Invested To get your players excited about and invested in your campaign, create a setting that features people and places they recognize and where their characters’ choices matter

lasting antagonism—with the people and places of your setting, those people and places stick in the players’ minds. Introduce opportunities to forge these lasting relationships early and often

Prince Oargev of New Cyre

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

Nations. Aundairians, Karrns, and Thranes are generally unsympathetic to the plight of displaced Cyrans. Many of them bitterly bear the scars of the war, their resentments reinforced by the deeds of

violent Cyran extremists. Even the Brelish, for all their practiced indifference, become guarded when confronted by Cyrans, who represent a burden foisted upon them by their leaders. They tend to treat

Worshiping Mogis

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

) MYTHS OF MOGIS The tales of Mogis’s deeds exemplify his need to unmake, his brutality, and his desire to destroy his hated brother. The Endless Feud. One legend claims that Mogis and Iroas were once

communities with long-held grudges find themselves incensed during the festival, leading them to seek violent ends to their rivalries. Wrathbringer. Shortly after his birth, Mogis decided to create a

Adventure Summary

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

the lizardfolk’s enmity or their respect. If they proceed cautiously and without violent intent, they will likely be taken to an audience with the queen, Othokent. Depending on how they have conducted

Othokent’s gratitude. PLACING THE ADVENTURE In the Greyhawk campaign setting, where the town of Saltmarsh is located, the lizardfolk lair is a coastal promontory adjacent to the Dunwater River. Here are

Quest: Official Errands

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

Quest: Official Errands Each official in the fortress spurs the characters to explore a different adventure setting. Dwern the Scribe The castellan’s scribe, a dwarf man named Dwern, sits at a tidy

adviser and scribe, who might have other tasks for them to complete. Heroes’ Return Katerina Ladon Castellan Winvarle and the citizens of the keep celebrate the characters’ heroic deeds If the

Adventures in Falkovnia

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

Adventures in Falkovnia Falkovnia provides the perfect setting for disaster horror, particularly of the zombie apocalypse variety. Characters might be harried by zombie pursuit across the empty

countryside or asked to defend the last holdout of civilization against a relentless horde. The zombies could serve as direct threats or motivate others to monstrous deeds, with the ends supposedly

Creating Religions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide

among the gods, deeds of creation, past interactions with mortals, or battles between gods and other cosmic forces. Given the incomprehensible nature of the gods, these myths might not actually reveal

own pantheons of gods. If you’re creating your own setting, you can use the list of Greyhawk gods in chapter 5 or build your own pantheon. A simple way to build a basic pantheon is to create one god

Annis Hag

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

okay to do bad deeds—starting with breaking things or wandering without permission, then graduating to pushing someone down the stairs or setting a house on fire. Eventually, the child’s terrified

One for All: The Stronghold

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

composed recounting of deeds, events, and important persons. Dwarves combine their runes into patterns, present pictorial histories in seemingly unconnected murals and images, and otherwise leave their

murals that tell of the clan’s greatest deeds. A clan’s feasting hall might be stocked with utensils and place settings made of silver and gold. Defense Comes First Every dwarf knows instinctively that

Life in Godsbreath

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel

traveling throughout Godsbreath, listening to deeds of local renown that could be added to the Awakening Song, sharing stories from other regions, and challenging people to live up to the Covenant gods

appropriate to your campaign’s setting or deities unique to Godsbreath. Shared Stories Stories are the glue that binds Godsbreath together, tying its people to their ancestors who helped shape this land and

Recurring Villains

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

you can add to the villains in this chapter, giving them more or less good reasons to perform their evil deeds. Morally Ambiguous Villains d4 Villain 1 The villain is targeting people with

someone the characters see every day — someone who moves around society in plain sight but keeps their evil deeds well hidden. The law enforcers and adventurers who are trying to bring the villain to

Finders Guild

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

, mostly on a local scale: con artists, gangs, and others who have had their unsavory deeds uncovered. Such groups are inclined to hold grudges against the guild as a whole. The guild’s enemies on a

larger scale are few, but include the following groups. Daask. The Finders Guild has a difficult relationship with the criminal organization called Daask. On the one hand, Daask is a violent criminal

Paladin Subclasses

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook

wings into their helmets or coats of arms. These paladins share the following tenets: Let your word be your promise. Protect the weak and never fear to act. Let your honorable deeds be an example

glory through deeds of heroism. They train diligently and encourage their companions, so they’re all ready when destiny calls. POLAR ENGINE Oath of Glory Subclass These paladins share the

Cult of the Eternal Flame

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

. Members of the cult can also be identified by their burn scars. Tactics and Philosophy Fire cultists are impetuous, hot-tempered, and violent. They aren’t mindless savages; their impetuousness also

. But even as she enjoyed the gifts he lavished on her, Vanifer hated the pasha for seeing her as a mere trophy. She left before long, robbing the pasha of a small fortune in jewelry and setting fire to

Dragon Factions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

allegiance to a dragon overlord in exchange for the dragon’s protection. The result might be a feudal society, where dragons fill the highest ranks of the aristocracy. In such a setting, characters

to the point of joining a war against a different overlord. Or they could remain independent, traveling from one dragon’s domain to another and dealing with the complex and sometimes violent political

Eye of Fear and Flame

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

Eye of Fear and Flame An eye of fear and flame stalks the world of the living, commanding individuals to perform evil deeds of the undead’s choosing or be destroyed. If its commands are not obeyed

a group’s devastating defeat or when an individual contemplates some momentous decision. The undead seeks to corrupt vulnerable individuals, especially those of lawful or good alignments, by setting

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