shadow star

Haunted One

Backgrounds Curse of Strahd: Character Options

with a sword or banished with a spell. It might come to you as a shadow on the wall, a bloodcurdling nightmare, a memory that refuses to die, or a demonic whisper in the dark. The burden has taken its

1 A monster that slaughtered dozens of innocent people spared your life, and you don’t know why. 2 You were born under a dark star. You can feel it watching you, coldly and distantly

Swamp Creatures

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse

Swamp Creatures CR Creatures 1/4 Dimetrodon, hadrosaurus, oblex spawn, star spawn grue, vegepygmy, wretched sorrowsworn 1/2 Darkling, skulk, swarm of rot grubs 1 Meazel, vargouille, thorny

vegepygmy 2 Darkling elder, guard drake, meenlock, shadow mastiff, vegepygmy chief 3 Flail snail, redcap, shadow mastiff alpha, sword wraith warrior, vampiric mist 4 Warlock of the Archfey 5 Adult oblex

Stalked by a Shadow

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase

Stalked by a Shadow When Piyarz seized the Tower of the Heavens in his coup, he interrogated Shalfey’s scribes to discern where the elder sage sent his tower hands. Eventually the ruthless sage

discovered the reason for the expedition: recovering a fallen star to acquire new Books of Prophecy. Piyarz then killed the scribes, leaving no allies of Shalfey alive in the tower. Coveting the power

Dragonmarked Characters

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

player in the shadow war. Bard Entertainer. You’re a rising star. Your performances have already earned you a name across the Five Nations, and your fame will surely only increase as you develop your

Dragonmarked Characters Here are a few examples of characters who carry the Mark of Shadow. House Agent Rogue. You’re a young agent in House Thuranni. You’ve studied the performing arts, but you’re

Stat Blocks by Creature Type

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

Stat Blocks by Creature Type Aberrations Balhannoth Berbalang Choker Star spawn grue Star spawn hulk Star spawn larva mage Star spawn mangler Star spawn seer Constructs Bronze scout

kith’rak Githyanki supreme commander Githzerai anarch Githzerai enlightened Gloom weaver Meazel Nagpa Shadow dancer Skulk Soul monger Tortle Tortle druid Monstrosities Adult

Stat Blocks by Challenge Rating

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

Stat Blocks by Challenge Rating Challenge 1/8 (25 XP) Young kruthik Challenge 1/4 (50 XP) Abyssal wretch Derro Male steeder Oblex spawn Star spawn grue The Wretched Tortle Challenge

ram Stone defender Challenge 5 (1,800 XP) Adult oblex Allip Kruthik hive lord Oaken bolter Star spawn mangler Challenge 6 (2,300 XP) Duergar warlord White abishai Challenge 7 (2,900 XP

Silverquill Faculty

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

well known for his strictness and abrupt scoldings. Brenneth Blackstone, Scriptology Star Brenneth Blackstone (neutral good dhampir Silverquill professor of shadow) is a rising star in the study of

eloquent than even their words can describe. Embrose Lu, Dean of Shadow Dean Embrose Lu (lawful neutral human Silverquill professor of shadow) is a master poet whose ink magic is merciless. Scant with

Star Spawn Mangler

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention

Star Spawn Mangler Star Spawn Mangler Medium aberration, chaotic evil Armor Class 14 Hit Points 71 (13d8 + 13) Speed 40 ft., climb 40 ft. STR 8(−1) DEX 18(+4) CON 12(+1

against a creature that hasn’t taken a turn yet. Shadow Stealth. While in dim light or darkness, the mangler can take the Hide action as a bonus action. Actions Multiattack. The mangler makes two

Star Spawn Mangler

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath

Star Spawn Mangler Star Spawn Mangler Medium aberration, chaotic evil Armor Class 14 Hit Points 71 (13d8 + 13) Speed 40 ft., climb 40 ft. STR 8(−1) DEX 18(+4) CON 12(+1

against a creature that hasn’t taken a turn yet. Shadow Stealth. While in dim light or darkness, the mangler can take the Hide action as a bonus action. Actions Multiattack. The mangler makes two

Entertainment

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

actor. In general, think of ways that such low-level effects might be incorporated into a performance. The Dragonmarked Houses of Shadow dominate the entertainment industry. House Phiarlan operates west

of the Mournland, while House Thuranni is based in Karrnath and the Lhazaar Principalities. Each house has its own theatres, companies, and star performers, but you don’t need a dragonmark to get into show business; the houses train and license all manner of artists and entertainers.

Star Spawn Mangler

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

Star Spawn Mangler A mangler is a low-slung, creeping horror with multiple gangly arms. A mangler most often has six arms, but one can have any number from four to eight. Manglers creep along the

frame. Cultists summon these creatures to serve as guards and assassins, two roles at which they excel. Star Spawn Mangler Medium aberration, chaotic evil Armor Class 14 Hit Points 71 (13d8 + 13

Hall of Wisdom (T3a-T3e)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

area has four entry points, each with its own collection of items. The shadow demons in area T3E investigate any loud noises coming from the neighboring areas. T3A. Southeast Entrance The floor of this

tucked in nooks along the west wall of this open cave. Many of the book spines and scroll cases bear the Strixhaven star. Items bearing the Strixhaven star were stolen from the university. A

Scrivening and Symbology Exam: Glyph of Warding

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

shadow; see chapter 7), a rising star in scriptology whose dynamic lectures are practically performance art. This course’s first Exam takes place a short while after the events of the “Mascots Everywhere

The Shadowdusks

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

, after which Halaster will seize power as the city’s Shadow Lord. The Shadowdusk family motto used to be “No secrets without truth.” After the family’s fall, its motto changed to “We do not fear the

been literally turned upside down, so that the torch flame points downward. STAR SPAWN Creatures from the Far Realm visit Shadowdusk Hold from time to time. If you have a copy of Mordenkainen’s Tome of

Star Spawn

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monsters of the Multiverse

provoking opportunity attacks. Bonus Actions Shadow Stealth. While in dim light or darkness, the mangler takes the Hide action. Star Spawn Seer A star spawn seer is most often encountered as the

Star Spawn Stars don’t spawn these creatures. Such beautiful lights shouldn’t be blamed for such balefulness. —Mordenkainen The Material Plane represents only one small part of the multiverse

Amidor and Gleam

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

to see that Gleam casts no shadow. While she has no shadow, Gleam is cursed (see the “Shadowless” sidebar). SHADOWLESS A shadowless creature is one that carries the curse of having no shadow—a fact

evident only when the creature is in bright or dim light. A remove curse spell or similar magic ends the curse on a shadowless creature, reuniting it with its shadow instantly. Creatures native to

Warnings

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

A large star or comet appears in the night sky, shedding as much light as the full moon. 2 A constant stream of meteors is visible in the sky, even during the day, always moving in the same

when law enforcement and governments are stretched thin. A whole campaign could take place in the shadow of an apocalyptic comet, before the disaster it foretells even comes to pass. Once the warning

Ythryn Lore

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

Iriolarthas. He was obsessed with finding relics and magic from Faerûn’s ancient past. 2 Ythryn was governed by a group of eight arcanists known as the Wizards of the Ebon Star. Their names and faces

pursuit for the city’s elite. 20 An ancient obelisk stands in the shadow of the Spire of Iriolarthas. Using this obelisk and a staff of power, one can turn back time.

House of Cards Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

narrow wooden beam spans the length of this chamber, from the west door, which bears the image of the Star card, to the east door, which bears the image of the Talons card. The beam crosses a twenty-five

enters, the weight is on the east side of the room. Any weight on the west side of the beam causes it to lower, depressing the pressure plate that activates the metal walls. 9: Star A swirling starlight

Random Encounters in Yon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

claimed to hail from a black star at the edge of night. A creature that sits on the throne begins to feel cold and drowsy. The first creature that remains seated on the throne for at least 1 minute

falls into a magical trance that lasts for 1 hour. While in the trance, the creature is unaware of its surroundings as it dreams of hurtling through space toward a faraway, dead star. At the end of the

Dungeon Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus

of terrifying winged devils looking down on a symbol embedded in the room’s floor: a circular disk of black stone inscribed with a nine-pointed gold star. Four wrought-iron candlesticks bristling with

shield. Standing in front of the shield is an old man in plain garments, carrying a lit candlestick. As he turns to face the door, you see that his shadow on the far wall doesn’t match his form, but

Appendix 1. Creature Statistics

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rrakkma

proficiencies, except any saving throw proficiencies. STAR SPAWN MANGLER Medium aberration, chaotic evil Armor Class 14 Hit Points 71 (13d8 + 13) Speed 40 ft., climb 40 ft. STR 8(−1) DEX

advantage on attack rolls against a creature that hasn’t taken a turn yet. Shadow Stealth. While in dim light or darkness, the mangler can take the Hide action as a bonus action. Actions

Lost Spire Locations (P9-P16)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

rolled-up piece of golden foil. The chardalyn tube is safe to handle. P12. Snow and Shadow Unless they’re drawn to area P11 by a disturbance, Dzaan’s simulacrum (see appendix C) and its wight bodyguard

creator found a chamber that can turn illusions into reality. The life-spark of a living creature is needed to activate its power. As a creation of snow and shadow, I have no life-spark of my own, and

Factions in the North

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

, and aiding in the defense of settlements. The Zhentarim The Zhentarim, also known as the Black Network, is an unscrupulous shadow network that seeks to expand its influence and power base throughout

1487 DR, the Year of the Rune Lords Triumphant 1488 DR, the Year of Dwarvenkind Reborn 1489 DR, the Year of the Warrior Princess 1490 DR, the Year of the Star Walker’s Return 1491 DR, the

Delphi Mansion Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

the star-map room (area D21). If the characters retrieve the map for her, Zala tells characters about the locked secret door in the wine cellar (area D23) along with the password (“farrl’v hrak

, which functions as a potion of poison but has an additional property. When the poison effect ends, the imbiber sprouts a tentacle made of inky shadow. This shadowy tentacle lasts for 1 hour. As a bonus

Appendix: Roleplaying Cards

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Domains of Delight: A Feywild Accessory

. The displacer beast adores the company of children and served as a nanny to the family’s children. Dirlagraun’s own offspring, a kitten named Star, went missing a few weeks ago. Alignment

young guests of the Witchlight Carnival.” Flaw. “I can’t forgive myself for the disappearance of my cub, Star.” Glister the Elf Acrobat CHAPTER 4: YON Glister is blessed with confidence, grace

Appendix D: Roleplaying Cards

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

Sylvan. The displacer beast adores the company of children and served as a nanny to the family’s children. Dirlagraun’s own offspring, a kitten named Star, went missing a few weeks ago. Alignment

young guests of the Witchlight Carnival.” Flaw. “I can’t forgive myself for the disappearance of my cub, Star.” Glister the Elf Acrobat CHAPTER 4: YON Glister is blessed with confidence

Gnome Gods

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

with six-pointed star Flandal Steelskin NG Metalwork Forge,* Knowledge Flaming hammer Gaerdal Ironhand LG Protection War Iron band Garl Glittergold LG Primary god of gnomes

hand, the affliction that caused Flandal to need new skin, or the disappearance of Baravar’s shadow — and each one concludes with “And that is why Garl sent Urdlen into exile.” In tales of his later

Tomb Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

message gives clues as to the casks’ contents. Each cask contains 20 pints of liquor. In order from left to right, the casks are marked with the following symbols: Green Star. The liquor in this cask is

for 1 hour. Red Star. The liquor in this cask acts as a magical paralytic. Upon drinking any amount from this cask, a creature must succeed on a DC 20 Constitution saving throw or have the paralyzed

Necropolis Locations (Y10-Y18)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

. Hall of Silk Silken drapes hang from the walls of this storefront, their surfaces swirling with illusory images of dragon’s fire and twinkling star fields. A group of emotionless figures stand guard

fairy whispering in its ear), the Haunted (with a demonic shadow terrorizing it), and the Fool (performing a handstand). Each of the five scripts is cursed. Anyone who spends an hour reading a script

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