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Akroan Hoplite

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

damage, or 7 (1d8 + 3);{"diceNotation":"1d8+3","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Spear","rollDamageType":"piercing"} piercing damage if used with two hands to make a melee attack. Shield Bash. Melee

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Gavel of the Venn Rune

Magic Items Storm King's Thunder

used as part of rituals to resolve disputes. The gavel has the following properties. Arbiter’s Shield. At the start of every combat, attack rolls against you have disadvantage before the start of

Knight of the Order

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

family, similar to an order of monks. Although there are organizations, such as the Knights of the Shield, that use the trappings of knighthood without necessarily being warriors, most folk of Faer

. The reality of the dangers they faced eventually sank in, as did Lurue’s tenets. Over time the small group grew and spread, gaining a following in places as far as Cormyr. The Knights of the

Attack Rolls

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

Attack Rolls Call for an attack roll when a character tries to hit a creature or an object with an attack, especially when the attack could be foiled by the target’s armor or shield or by another

object providing cover. You can also use attack rolls to resolve noncombat activities such as archery contests or a game of darts.

Making a Deal with Zariel

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

both clear and present dangers to Avernus. Although Zariel would relish slaying either of them personally, she gladly draws up a contract agreeing to trade Elturel and the souls within the city for

Kostchtchie in chapter 3, he can also make an appearance. Shield of the Hidden Lord If the characters still possess the Shield of the Hidden Lord, Zariel blithely declares that she would consider trading

Gynosphinx

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)

present time and place, and penetrate veils of invisibility and magic. Supplicants who look deep into those eyes might find themselves magically displaced, banished to some far-flung plane where a

: Cantrips (at will): mage hand, minor illusion, prestidigitation 1st level (4 slots): detect magic, identify, shield 2nd level (3 slots): darkness, locate object, suggestion 3rd level (3 slots

Gavel of the Venn Rune

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

in mithral in the base of the haft. Among giants, this item is used as part of rituals to resolve disputes. The gavel has the following properties. Arbiter’s Shield. At the start of every combat

Magical Storms

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

danger. During the storm, any checks made to resolve hazards or manage the ship are made with disadvantage. Evocation These ferocious storms are wracked with thunderbolts, driving sheets of acid rain

, exploding meteors, and other dangers. After each day of the storm, every component aboard the ship takes 1d10 fire, 1d10 acid, and 1d10 lightning damage. In addition, roll a d20 and add the crew’s

Hoplites

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

d8 Name 1 Spears of Iroas 2 Iron Fangs 3 Arrows of Anax 4 The Unbroken 5 Anvil of Purphoros 6 Skewering Squad 7 Shield of Akros 8 Cymede’s Heart

Meletian Hoplite Unit Names d8 Name 1 Kraken’s Claw 2 Hands of Justice 3 Thassa’s Spear 4 Ephara’s Shield 5 Kindred of the Deep 6 Riders of Heliod 7

Dragonbait

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

inches tall, weighs 150 pounds, and has a dry, wrinkled hide. He wields a holy avenger longsword and carries a blue, red, and white shield. Though he has traits in common with paladins, Dragonbait isn’t a

and a nod, Dragonbait agreed to help Artus. A frequent visitor to Chult, the saurial understood the dangers of the jungle all too well. Using Dragonbait. Dragonbait has never been to Omu and doesn’t

Asteria

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

decks from their many dangers—especially from the curse imposed by the Euryale card, which Asteria resents as a defamation of her devoted friend. For this and many other reasons, Asteria tracks down

who would abuse its fate-altering power—securing the deck and delivering it to her. Asteria Medium Humanoid (Human, Paladin), Chaotic Good Armor Class 18 (breastplate, shield) Hit Points 195 (26d8

Samurai

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

Samurai The Samurai is a fighter who draws on an implacable fighting spirit to overcome enemies. A Samurai’s resolve is nearly unbreakable, and the enemies in a Samurai’s path have two choices: yield

: History, Insight, Performance, or Persuasion. Alternatively, you learn one language of your choice. Fighting Spirit Starting at 3rd level, your intensity in battle can shield you and help you strike true

Arrival in Elturel

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

the earthquakes and other dangers. Upon her return to Avernus, Lulu the hollyphant regains her at-will innate spellcasting ability: light. In terms of her memories, she can at first only recognize

in charge. If the characters brought the Shield of the Hidden Lord with them, Gargauth the pit fiend tries to escape from its prison and fails miserably. Although characters are unaware of Gargauth’s

Suggested Characteristics

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

organizations, such as the Knights of the Shield, that use the trappings of knighthood without necessarily being warriors, most folk of Faerûn who hear the word “knight” think of a mounted warrior in

Baldur’s Gate. On a lark, they took the unicorn goddess Lurue as their mascot and went on various adventures for fun. The reality of the dangers they faced eventually sank in, as did Lurue’s tenets

Zindar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

member of the Ytepka Society and a great source of information about the city. Zindar has a soft spot for adventurers, but he knows the dangers of Chult well enough to understand that most of those

level (6 slots): magic missile, shield, sleep 2nd level (4 slots): detect thoughts, knock 3rd level (3 slots): clairvoyance, tongues 4th level (3 slots): dominate beast, stoneskin 5th level (3

Acererak

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

powerful adventurers. Their deaths and souls are my nourishment.” Flaw. “I underestimate the resolve of my enemies.” Acererak Medium undead, neutral evil Armor Class 21 (natural armor) Hit Points

hit with spell attacks). Acererak has the following wizard spells prepared: Cantrips (at will): mage hand, ray of frost, shocking grasp 1st level (at will): ray of sickness, shield 2nd level (at

Triton

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

, chalking disappearances and deaths up to the innumerable dangers of the sea. Triton Shorestalker Medium humanoid (triton), neutral evil Armor Class 13 Hit Points 32 (5d8 + 10) Speed 30 ft

Frigid Shield. When a creature the triton can see targets the triton with an attack, the triton gains 10 temporary hit points. If the attack hits and reduces the temporary hit points to 0, each creature within 5 feet of the triton takes 9 (2d8) cold damage. (KARL KOPINSKI)

(Mis)Fortune

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

appears to trigger the duergar’s sudden growth and battle prowess, but they drink only to firm up their resolve. See “Development” below.) The duergar are too inebriated to turn invisible. Because night

which are lit up the words “Lottie’s Palace.” Wide steps at the end of the tunnel lead up to a set of open double doors. There are no dangers outside the palace, beyond exposure to too much flashing light.

Fellow Prisoners

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

order to escape and survive. Prisoners of the Drow Buppido Talkative and cunning derro Prince Derendil Quaggoth who claims to be a cursed elf prince Eldeth Feldrun Shield dwarf scout from Gauntlgrym

real nature sends him into a murderous rage. Eldeth Feldrun A female shield dwarf scout from Gauntlgrym, Eldeth is high spirited and proud of both her heritage and her people’s achievement in

The Present Age

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

killed, while the face of Faerûn was reshaped by waves and veils of mystic blue fire. Entire nations were displaced or exchanged with realms from other worlds, and parts of the earth were torn free to

tales of people empowered by the gods, and of far-off lands returned to the world, are the subjects of fireside chatter. Daily concerns and the dangers and opportunities just beyond their doors take precedence, and plenty of both remain on the Sword Coast and in the North.

Finding Droki

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

screams in fright and knocks his feet together, activating his boots of speed. If a chase ensues, resolve the outcome using the chase rules in chapter 8 of the Dungeon Master’s Guide. Droki has advantage

a holy symbol of Laduguer, set with a carving depicting an arrow breaking on a shield. Characters not sanctioned by the Keepers of the Flame to carry the symbol will be arrested by the guards (see

Caer Locations (C10-C19)

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

with a wooden peg where her right foot should be. Next to her, on a small table, is a plate of food. “I’ve been dreading this moment,” she says. The shield dwarf in the rocking chair is Hethyl

to help Caer-Dineval resolve its fishing disputes with Easthaven and Caer-Konig. The one calling the shots is a tiefling named Kadroth, who answers to someone named Levistus. C15. Old Library This room

Crypt of the Talhund Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

sanctity of the crypt was broken long ago. Dangers. There is a hydra and some sort of elemental in the pool to the south, a dangerous golem to the northwest, and some dwarf skeletons and ghosts to the north

. Rivibiddel believes the entire crypt is filled with deadly dangers. Emerald. The massive emerald Rivibiddel seeks is likely hidden in an inner sanctum, as befits Dumathoin’s lore. Secret doors are

Areas of the Fire Temple

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

E26. He also describes of what they might encounter along the way. In so doing, he minimizes the dangers of the intervening rooms. Reinforcements. The cultists in E7 and E8 come to Bastian’s aid if

and arming themselves, joining the fight on their next turns. Lacking time to don armor, each has AC 13 (shield). If the hobgoblin captain is reduced to half its hit point maximum, it spends one turn

Fighter Subclasses

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

Superiority Die to bolster the resolve of a companion. Choose an ally of yours within 30 feet of yourself who can see or hear you. That creature gains Temporary Hit Points equal to the Superiority Die roll

start, choose three level 1 spells from the Wizard spell list. Burning Hands, Jump, and Shield are recommended. The number of spells on your list increases as you gain Fighter levels, as shown in the

Expanded Ziggurat

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

impressed by the characters’ foolish resolve, the elder evil might offer to make them minions, lieutenants, or priests—but not before threatening to eat them. Zargon spares those who tremble before

Illusions, a +2 Shield, and a Scimitar of Speed. Kevin Glint Zargon the returner rises from a lake of slime within its lair

Gnome Gods

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

send an omen to nudge a group of gnomes in a certain direction, or even manifest an avatar in the middle of a gnome burrow. When Garl makes one of these rare appearances, it is to resolve a dispute that

, but also of fire and glass-work and alchemy. Rock gnomes attribute their knack for crafting devices and alchemical objects to Flandal’s superlative skills in those areas. Gaerdal Ironhand The Shield

Elturgard

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

means the beginning of a safe haven, with a need to set fewer guards at night. Many adventurers find good cause to visit Elturgard, whether pursuing personal goals or seeking sanctuary from the dangers

light is now under “Elturel’s Shield,” but such claims raise hackles among Elturgard’s neighbors. The Creed Resolute With no clear sign of the source of the Companion and so many faithful arriving in

The Lords' Alliance

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

adventurers and taking a firm leadership role in the council. Ambassador Connerad Brawnanvil Lawful good male shield dwarf fighter Ideals: Honor, respect (“A sturdy axe, a strong hand to hold it, and a

sees his infirmity as a reminder from his god Lathander of the dangers of hubris. As befits his deity’s ethos, Isteval has chosen to treat his injury as a reason to encourage the heroics of others

The Lords' Alliance

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

adventurers and taking a firm leadership role in the council. Ambassador Connerad Brawnanvil Lawful good male shield dwarf fighter Ideals: Honor, respect (“A sturdy axe, a strong hand to hold it, and a

sees his infirmity as a reminder from his god Lathander of the dangers of hubris. As befits his deity’s ethos, Isteval has chosen to treat his injury as a reason to encourage the heroics of others

The Lords' Alliance

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

adventurers and taking a firm leadership role in the council. Ambassador Connerad Brawnanvil Lawful good male shield dwarf fighter Ideals: Honor, respect (“A sturdy axe, a strong hand to hold it, and a

sees his infirmity as a reminder from his god Lathander of the dangers of hubris. As befits his deity’s ethos, Isteval has chosen to treat his injury as a reason to encourage the heroics of others

The Dark Seldarine

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

from the dangers of their daily lives. When drow do dream, whether in trance or in sleep, they look for signs from Lolth or others of the Dark Seldarine. That drow do not experience trance the way

portrayed in some legends as a fierce female clad in silver and translucent veils, and in others as a banshee. In either version, her hands bear many glittering silver rings, and this image is recognized as

Lady's Ward

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

. Intrigue and treachery abound, blanketed behind the sumptuous veils of high society: masked balls, gambling houses, and private banquets. The Lady of Pain doesn’t reside in the ward that bears her name, but

Weapons. The Armory sells every weapon, shield, and armor in the Player’s Handbook at normal cost. At the DM’s discretion, the Armory might have other armaments available for sale, such as +1 weapons

Fane Locations

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

before entering it. A bronze torch glowing with a magical light lies next to the corpse of a bare-chested man with a shield in the shape of a crab shell and a broken shark-toothed sword. Several

shield and broken sword), two lizardfolk, an ogre, and a male halfling in the robes of a cleric of Sune, and a female half-elf fighter in battered plate armor. Treasure The harpies have collected loot

Palace of Spires Locations

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

round shield, and a well-worn spear adorn a mannequin in the corner. Two middle-aged human men are present, one reclining on a couch with a book, the other sitting in a chair, whittling a piece of

couple. They’re fiercely protective of the pair. Breaking the Enchantment. If the characters break the fountain’s enchantment on Argus and Hamish, the two are grateful but ultimately resolve to remain

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