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Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
domesticate steeders, particularly duergar. Typically the females serve as steeds in battle, while the males are used as draft animals.
Steeders attempt to tear apart perceived threats—and consider
begins shortly after the steeder hatches. As it grows, its rider works with it to direct its predatory instincts.
Rather than spinning webs, steeders excrete a viscous substance from their legs. This goo allows them to creep along walls and ceilings and to grapple prey.
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
domesticate steeders, particularly duergar. Typically the females serve as steeds in battle, while the males are used as draft animals.
Steeders attempt to tear apart perceived threats—and consider even
begins shortly after the steeder hatches. As it grows, its rider works with it to direct its predatory instincts.
Rather than spinning webs, steeders excrete a viscous substance from their legs. This goo allows them to creep along walls and ceilings and to grapple prey.
Monsters
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
that allow them to force the souls of the dead into service, compelling them to answer questions and share forgotten lore. They seek out arcane secrets in ancient ruins, and attempt to steal
are initiates who have not yet mastered arcane magic and rely on their flails in battle. Skull Lasher of Myrkul;Skull lashers are spellcasters who use magic to augment their combat abilities. The
Monsters
Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures
strong instincts of self-preservation. When a snapping hydra feels a battle's odds tipping out of its favor, the hydra lets out a raspy screech and retracts into its shell. In the wilds of Eldraine
, it’s never long before a hungry or curious creature arrives to investigate, leaping into battle with the hydra’s foes while the hydra makes an opportune exit.
Monsters
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
master the necromantic arts.
Delvers into Lore. Cultists of Myrkul study rituals that allow them to force the souls of the dead into service, compelling them to answer questions and share forgotten
replacing the normal flail’s striking head. Necromite of Myrkul;Necromites are initiates who have not yet mastered arcane magic and rely on their flails in battle. Skull Lasher of Myrkul;Skull
monsters
appear prior to disasters, share mysterious prophecies, and aid hapless victims. Such stories are true in a way, as evil hunts wereravens wherever they go.
Because evil frequently travels in packs
, wereravens flock together to battle such threats. They congregate in hard-to-reach aeries within or just outside urban settlements, such as atop bell towers, lighthouses, or ancient trees. Wereraven
Shifter
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Species
Eberron: Rising from the Last War
world around them. Do they embrace their primal instincts or the path of civilization?
The Beast Within
Early in childhood, a shifter forms a bond with a beast within, a totemic force that shapes their
of their inner nature, something that emerges as the shifter’s personality takes shape. The beast within is a pool of powerful instincts, and its influence is revealed by a shifter’s
Planar Ally
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Spells
Basic Rules (2014)
service in exchange for payment, but it isn't obliged to do so. The requested task could range from simple (fly us across the chasm, or help us fight a battle) to complex (spy on our enemies, or
are unable to agree on a price for the creature's service, the creature immediately returns to its home plane.
A creature enlisted to join your group counts as a member of it, receiving a full share of experience points awarded.
classes
continue to fight as mortals. However, they offer no quarter to blasphemers who animate corpses into a mockery of life. These Paladins share the following tenets.
Protect the worthy dead.
Inspire courage in battle.
Bring justice to those who make a mockery of the dead.
Demonstrate Bravery and Honor the Dead
Paladins who take the Oath of Valhalla ensure they preserve the spirits of those who have died honorably in battle, even their foes. Of course, these Paladins
Monsters
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
Myrkul study rituals that allow them to force the souls of the dead into service, compelling them to answer questions and share forgotten lore. They seek out arcane secrets in ancient ruins, and
Myrkul;Necromites are initiates who have not yet mastered arcane magic and rely on their flails in battle. Skull Lasher of Myrkul;Skull lashers are spellcasters who use magic to augment their combat
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
As a sell-sword who fought battles for coin, you’re well acquainted with risking life and limb for a chance at a share of treasure. Now, you look forward to fighting foes and reaping even
behind the life of a soldier for hire, but your skills are undeniably suited for battle, so now you fight on in a different way.
MERCENARIES OF THE NORTH
Countless mercenary companies
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
;s wing, a tattered piece of a Boros banner (a souvenir from a famous battle), a set of common clothes, and a belt pouch containing 2 gp (Boros-minted 1-zino coins)
Feature: Legion Station
You have
The Boros Legion is a zealous army, full of righteous energy tempered with military discipline. Its members share its leadership’s devotion to the ideals of justice, or they find satisfaction in
Lizardfolk
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
lizardfolk doesn’t share those feelings, but instead assesses them in the same clinical manner. Yes, the fallen dwarf might be most useful as a meal, but hacking the body into steaks provokes aggression
in the other humanoids and makes them less helpful in battle.
Utility and Survival
The lizardfolk mindset might seem unnecessarily cruel, but it helps them survive in a hostile environment. The
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
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
.
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Roll an additional Golgari contact; you can decide if the contact is an ally or a rival.
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I joined the Gruul in a battle against the Boros once, and the chief of that small clan thanks
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
takes shape. The beast within is a pool of powerful instincts, and its influence is revealed by a shifter’s personality: a feline shifter may be cool and distant, driven by predatory instincts, while
. While the beast within certainly has a physical impact on a shifter, it has a spiritual and psychological effect. Two beasthide shifters share the same special ability, but if one has the aspect of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
personality takes shape. The beast within is a pool of powerful instincts, and its influence is revealed by a shifter’s personality: a feline shifter may be cool and distant, driven by predatory instincts
that tracks its prey. While the beast within certainly has a physical impact on a shifter, it has a spiritual and psychological effect, as well. Two beasthide shifters share the same special ability
Aarakocra
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Elemental Evil Player's Companion
letting the thermals hold them aloft. In battle, they prove dynamic and acrobatic fliers, moving with remarkable speed and grace, diving to lash opponents with weapons or talons before turning and flying
their own plane and establish nests in high mountains or in the canopies of old forests.
Once tribes of aarakocra settle in an area, they share a hunting territory that extends across an area up to 100
classes
Basic Rules (2014)
fierce animal spirits. Others draw from a roiling reservoir of anger at a world full of pain. For every barbarian, rage is a power that fuels not just a battle frenzy but also uncanny reflexes
, though, a settled life is no virtue, but a sign of weakness. The strong embrace nature—valuing keen instincts, primal physicality, and ferocious rage. Barbarians are uncomfortable when hedged in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Fight or Flight Few creatures fight to the death. Nearly all creatures have survival instincts that cause them to reevaluate their tactics in the face of their own destruction. Sapient creatures
confronted by obviously more numerous or powerful opponents usually try to avoid battle. But brave, desperate, or devoted creatures might never retreat from a battle. If you can’t decide whether a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
ability score of your choice increases by 1. Age. Changelings mature slightly faster than humans but share a similar lifespan — typically a century or less. While a changeling can transform to conceal
stay in the new form until you use an action to revert to your true form or until you die. Changeling Instincts. You gain proficiency with two of the following skills of your choice: Deception
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
. Changelings mature slightly faster than humans but share a similar lifespan—typically a century or less. While a changeling can transform to conceal their age, the effects of aging affect them similarly
revert to your true form or until you die. Changeling Instincts. You gain proficiency with two of the following skills of your choice: Deception, Insight, Intimidation, and Persuasion. Languages. You can speak, read, and write Common and two other languages of your choice.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin
exhibits shrewd battle tactics and beguiling charm, easily swaying mortals. Each of Tiamat’s five heads has its own voice and mannerisms, but they all share the same consciousness. The relationship
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
certain tasks in Blingdenstone can provide the characters with benefits and allies in the final battle.
If the characters find Entémoch’s Boon and share its location with the svirfneblin, or if they
Cry Havoc! When the characters feel that they have attained their goals and secured their resources, the battle for Blingdenstone can begin. Earth elementals under the control of the Stoneheart
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
you’re in, you can register your team with Professor Sharpbeak. Come on—we’ll talk you into it over Curtie’s caster’s stew!”
Show the players the Battle of Strixhaven flyer. As Strixhaven students, the characters are familiar with the game Mage Tower. Share the information below with the players.
the characters wrap up a day of their new courses and head toward Bow’s End Tavern on the central campus for some socializing.
In this scene, the characters learn about the Battle of Strixhaven, a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
mindful, these metallic dragons work toward greatness and help others achieve all they can. They strive to preserve innovations, from the works of past civilizations to new discoveries, and they share
such works widely. When dealing with shorter-lived beings, bronze dragons prefer to win them over through conversation and cultivation, but they don’t shy from battle when villains keep others from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer
personas for many situations, including negotiation, investigation, and combat. Multiple changelings can share a persona. Personas can even pass down through a family, allowing a younger changeling to
this species
Speed: 30 feet
As a Changeling, you have these special traits. Changeling Instincts. Thanks to your connection to the fey realm, you gain proficiency in two of the following skills
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Joint DMs Two or more DMs can share the creation of a single campaign, working together to maintain continuity from session to session and making sure that each DM’s adventures advance the larger
enjoy or the DMs trading focus from session to session. One DM might run combat description and keep a battle moving while the other focuses on miniatures and music. The two DMs can play two different
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monstrous Compendium Volume Four
and strong instincts of self-preservation. When a snapping hydra feels a battle’s odds tipping out of its favor, the hydra lets out a raspy screech and retracts into its shell. In the wilds of
Eldraine, it’s never long before a hungry or curious creature arrives to investigate, leaping into battle with the hydra’s foes while the hydra makes an opportune exit. Snapping Hydra Huge Monstrosity
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
Faunel where sapient animals overcome their instincts and live communally. If the characters converse with her, she shares the following information: She’s saddened to hear about Oka’s death but
thanks the characters for informing her. She suspects the Vile Hunt is working for Ebonclaw, the leader of the predators at Razortooth Rock. She recently defeated Ebonclaw in battle when he and some of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Mercenary Veteran As a sell-sword who fought battles for coin, you’re well acquainted with risking life and limb for a chance at a share of treasure. Now, you look forward to fighting foes and
of a soldier for hire, but your skills are undeniably suited for battle, so now you fight on in a different way. Skill Proficiencies: Athletics, Persuasion Tool Proficiencies: One type of gaming set
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
the characters to the city, he pursues and eventually catches up with them to share what he knows.) Grin has studied Vizeran’s work in crafting the dark heart talisman and its associated ritual to
Menzoberranzan. Placing the talisman there only ensures that the drow city becomes the site of the demon lords’ battle — and might well be laid waste in the process. If pressed, Grin admits that he isn’t
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
, over time, learn to respect other creatures’ emotions. The lizardfolk doesn’t share those feelings, but instead assesses them in the same clinical manner. Yes, the fallen dwarf might be most useful
as a meal, but hacking the body into steaks provokes aggression in the other humanoids and makes them less helpful in battle.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
’ heroism is remembered to this day; the villagers share all the following information if the characters ask about the council members. Armin Whisperwind. Armin (Medium Scout) left Redwood Watch to
permanently. (The wyrmling is now forcing Armin to defend area R4.) Gwenhumara Goldmoss. Gwenhumara (Medium Priest Acolyte) is an elf healer who tended to the wounded after the battle against Death-at-Sunset
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
to stay out of battle himself. Portcullis. If the knight raising the portcullis isn’t stopped within 3 rounds of the characters arriving at the Warrior’s Gate, the Dragon Army officers join the battle
the way, and they’ll bring you to me. I’ve found a place here and have been promised a share of the glories to come. You can have the same if you embrace the Dragon Queen’s will.
The letter is simply
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
rebuild the orrery. Still, the orrery’s creator — a wizard named Lottie — wishes to meet anyone savvy enough to have come this far, provided they share her interest in ensuring that the orrery’s power
is never used. Traveling in style in a borrowed battle balloon, the characters journey to Lottie’s sanctum in the Greypeak Mountains. But en route, the franchise is intercepted by airships belonging to