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Monsters
Keys from the Golden Vault
that rely on smell.Multiattack. In bear form, Eliphas makes two claw attacks. In humanoid form, he makes two greataxe attacks. In hybrid form, he can attack like a bear or a humanoid.
Bite (Bear or
relics and keeping powerful items out of evil hands. Eliphas designed the magical music boxes that the Golden Vault uses to communicate with its field operatives.
Eliphas is a neutral good, human
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
mancatchers) designed to trap and immobilize foes. Kuo-toa warriors also treat their shields with a sticky goo that catches incoming weapons. In general, kuo-toa don’t like the weight of armor on their
combatants, and lesser kuo-toa live in fear of them. Kuo-toa Gear. Many weapons of the kuo-toa are designed to capture rather than kill. Nets are common, though some carry pincer staffs (also called
classes
Player’s Handbook
, Medicine, Persuasion, or Religion
Weapon Proficiencies
Simple weapons
Armor Training
Light and Medium armor and Shields
Starting Equipment
Choose A or B: (A) Chain Shirt, Shield
associate themselves with temples dedicated to the deity or other immortal force that unlocked their magic. Harnessing divine magic doesn’t rely on specific training, yet Clerics might learn
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
, Persuasion, or Religion Weapon Proficiencies Simple weapons Armor Training Light and Medium armor and Shields Starting Equipment Choose A or B: (A) Chain Shirt, Shield, Mace, Holy Symbol, Priest’s Pack, and 7
deity or other immortal force that unlocked their magic. Harnessing divine magic doesn’t rely on specific training, yet Clerics might learn prayers and rites that help them draw on power from the Outer
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
Proficiencies Choose 2: History, Insight, Medicine, Persuasion, or Religion Weapon Proficiencies Simple weapons Armor Training Light and Medium armor and Shields Starting Equipment Choose A or B: (A) Chain
associate themselves with temples dedicated to the deity or other immortal force that unlocked their magic. Harnessing divine magic doesn’t rely on specific training, yet Clerics might learn prayers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention
rely on wind for maneuvering are cast adrift, unless they also have oar decks and the crew to man them. The dreadnaught dwells at the heart of the fogbank, its location hinted at by the thundering
attack is designed to strike terror into its enemies: first by striking their main deck with a blast from its Hellfire Orb, and then by ramming into their flank so to the dreadnaught’s skeletal figurehead
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
snowy mountainsides. Make War, Not Goods. Though frost giants consider the menial crafting of goods beneath them, carving and leatherwork are valued skills. They make their clothing from the skins
and bones of beasts, and carve bone or ivory into jewelry and the handles of weapons and tools. They reuse the weapons and armor of their smaller foes, stringing shields into scale armor and lashing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
omnipresent. They weave prayers to Thassa into nearly everything they do. Among humans, Thassa is worshiped by those who rely on bountiful seas for sustenance or calm waters for safety. Sailors
waves before finding her way back to the mainland. Although she’d failed to abscond with one of Thassa’s treasures, she’d avoided the sea god’s wrath, a claim she valued more preciously than gold. For
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
Inquisitive As an archetypal Inquisitive, you excel at rooting out secrets and unraveling mysteries. You rely on your sharp eye for detail, but also on your finely honed ability to read the words and
at 13th level, your senses are almost impossible to foil. As an action, you sense the presence of illusions, shapechangers not in their original form, and other magic designed to deceive the senses
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
rely on crops and livestock they appropriate from elsewhere. Plants are grown in hydroponic chambers, and livestock are raised in pens where light, temperature, and other conditions are tailored to
personnel and resources as needed. Every fortress is designed to be self-sufficient, even though no two of them are ever out of psychic contact. Shra’kt’lor Shra’kt’lor is a fortress city that houses the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
Armor and Shields D&D worlds are a vast tapestry made up of many different cultures, each with its own technology level. For this reason, adventurers have access to a variety of armor types, ranging
determine the increase in cost based on the extent of the alterations required.
The Armor table shows the cost, weight, and other properties of the common types of armor and shields used in the worlds
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
some D&D games and for some players. DM Screen A DM screen shields your books, notes, and die rolls from your players. (See the “Ensuring Fun for All” section later in this chapter for more about when
, or even pieces of candy if miniatures are unavailable.
Many software tools designed to facilitate online D&D play provide a battle grid. Even without such tools, though, many online D&D games use
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
some D&D games and for some players. DM Screen A DM screen shields your books, notes, and die rolls from your players. (See the “Ensuring Fun for All” section later in this chapter for more about when
, or even pieces of candy if miniatures are unavailable. Many software tools designed to facilitate online D&D play provide a battle grid. Even without such tools, though, many online D&D games use
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
outpost of an evil empire bent on cannibalism and world domination, but it usually has a sacrificial slab tucked away in a corner for special events. Particularly in their cities, yuan-ti rely on poison
traps to keep intruders, spies, and rebellious slaves out of sensitive areas. Traps are commonly placed on door locks, chests, and fake objects designed to attract looters. One insidious delivery
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Outpost Locations The duergar outpost was not built with the intention of being aesthetically pleasing or welcoming to strangers. There is no interior lighting, since the duergar rely on darkvision
for dwarves, two steel shields, three war picks, nine javelins, two climber’s kits, and four mess kits. Underground Tunnel. This 5-foot-high tunnel is 20 feet underground and has a 20-foot-long
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
, tongues
Keen Smell. The giant has advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on smell.
Actions
Multiattack. The giant makes two attacks with its morningstar.
Morningstar. Melee Weapon
giants who wield two huge shields like plow blades. These shields bear spikes on their exterior and have hollow interiors into which the dreadnought pours hot coals at the first sign of danger. Armed with
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
, and they are designed to be wiped clean at a moment’s notice if discovered by local authorities. The Sharn office of the King’s Citadel is in Andith Tower in the Ambassador Towers district. Though a
King’s Shields protect the king and his closest family members and associates. The King’s Wands provide magical support to the other branches of the Citadel as well as other Brelish forces. Some Dark
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
warrior. Other cultures might view the use of such abilities as a short cut to glory, but to hobgoblins a gift for magic is as valued and useful as a strong sword arm or brilliance in tactics. They are
ironclad commitment to Maglubiyet’s will. A candidate for admission undergoes a series of tests designed to reveal any potential for treachery. Those who fail are slain, while those who pass receive secret
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
15 to 30 feet. Due to the rubble, the ground around the pit counts as difficult terrain. Four Daask goblins guard this area and rely on darkvision to see. They hide in the pit when the characters
, and a chamber pot round out the accommodations.
Caden’s manacles, originally designed to bind goblins, are sturdy but old. A character who makes a successful DC 15 Dexterity check with thieves
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6
, worth 1 gp each Eleven pewter serving pieces of small worth Twenty-four various weapons (a +2 dagger among them) Nine shields Eight suits of armor (including a silvered set of +2 chain mail) Twenty
can warn the characters about what lies in areas 15, 16, and 17. 15. Weapons Cave Herein are stored sixty-two throwing rocks, eight shields, fifteen spears, five clubs, and five helmets, all of frost
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands
hoards too large to defend, they can store excess treasure in secure vaults beneath the Bank of Abbathor. The guarded rows of armored doors are pure theater, empty repositories designed to comfort
cloaks, and horned gorgon shields 2 Celestial-owned bookstall carrying holy texts, illuminated manuscripts, and divine stationary 3 Boutique where a darkweaver (see Morte’s Planar Parade) with an eye for
compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Legends of Greyhawk
embroidered with badges. She designed the badges herself to recognize the studies and skills she’s completed.
Junior Herald. Zerah considers herself almost as important as her “pops,” Rufus and
wait in the main hall. The hall is hung with tapestries and decorated with weapons, shields, and hunting trophies. Zerah has the characters wait here while she gets her pop. A few minutes later, she
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Using Miniatures In combat, players can often rely on your descriptions to visualize where their characters are in relation to their surroundings and their enemies. Some complex battles, however, are
rear arc makes attack rolls against it with advantage. Shields apply their bonus to AC only against attacks from the front arc or the same side arc as the shield. For example, a fighter with a shield on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
, because so few of them have talents the fire giants consider “skilled.” Only creatures that have skills the fire giants need but don’t practice (because they aren’t valued in the ordning), such as
are valued more highly than effort spent keeping a tunnel from collapsing on slaves. Frost Giants Frost giants dwell in the remote, frozen places of the world. Anything warmer than the flesh of a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
youngsters are inspired to act out his epic battles. In this way, the halflings get practical experience in executing measures that are designed to help the halflings defeat kobolds and goblin raiders
concentrated effort. Turtle Shell. Halflings cluster together and cover each other with shields, washtubs, wheelbarrows, coffer lids, or anything else that can deflect a blow. Troll Knocker. A few halflings act
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
all, riding out on the field, banners taught and snapping, breastplates and shields agleam with the symbol of Elturgard, and each bearing a holy symbol of his or her god — armor for the soul. We have
to block out the light so that visitors can get some sleep. Without the onset of dawn or dusk to frame the day’s labors, citizens rely on the tolling of the bells from the High Hall to denote the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
you where to find the object’s description.
Galley Galleys are long vessels that rely on sails and sizable rowing crews to move. These ships can carry siege weapons and soldiers to war or transport
.
Longship Longships are vessels that rely on a rowing crew and sails to move across the sea. These ships are typically used to carry soldiers into combat. The size of a longship makes it easy for troops
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
these towers. Seekers at the Pillars must rely on their Avowed guides to retrieve or return specific works from the Great Library to assist with their research. Most seekers never pass through the
when winter comes calling. The stables accommodate a wide range of mounts. Most of the stalls are designed for horses and ponies, but specialized stalls offer secure lodging and care for hippogriffs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
perform rites designed to sink ships, cause terrible floods, or summon destructive rainstorms, seeking to make all who live nearby bow to the power of elemental water. Cult lairs usually feature great pools
the death if an avenue of retreat is open to them. Reavers carry shields made of giant crab shells, and the blades of their swords are lined with shark’s teeth. Crushing Wave Reaver
Medium humanoid
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
pseudodragon was a gift from Xardorok, designed to win Grandolpha’s affection. Given time, Grandolpha thinks she can turn most of the Sunblight duergar against Xardorok. Several of them have already
, Grandolpha has disadvantage on attack rolls, as well as on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on sight.
Actions
Poison Spray (Cantrip). Grandolpha extends her hand toward a creature she can
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
) is designed to serve as an escape route. At the far end of the passageway is a lowered portcullis that bars access to the sinkhole. Facing the pool and the doors are three enormous thrones. The
wearing a golden suit of scale mail (see “Treasure”). Hanging on the walls are three enormous shields made from dragon turtle shells and six massive greatswords with coral-inlaid hilts and sharpened
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
dwarven enclave except patrols and honored guests. Cleverly hidden traps await those who storm the halls uninvited, and beneath the citadel is an expansive network of tunnels and caverns designed to confuse
while he arranges for suitable rewards. He commissions jewelers to craft mithral medals (one per character) shaped like shields, and he also drafts a signed letter of recommendation and presents it to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
caught skulking in the area a few days ago. Eight lizardfolk are here now, including the leader of the tribe, a warrior with 36 hit points named Tornscale. They are armed with javelins, maces, and shields
with devices that rely on elemental power. The device on the table is a disassembled weird tank (see chapter 7). A character with proficiency in Arcana who makes a careful study of the workshop and the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a1
kobolds hostile. Four small humanoids are shackled by thick, rusted chains attached to a large iron spike set in the floor. Several broken weapons and sundered shields lie in one corner.
Creatures. Four
Underdark. The tunnel leads beyond the scope of this adventure, but it could be a route to a site you have designed. Creatures. If they have not come forth as reinforcements, three kobolds camp here, serving