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Iron Consul

Monsters Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

Tactical Discipline. The iron consul has advantage on all ability checks and saving throws made during combat.Multiattack. The iron consul makes one attack with its spear and can use its Voice of

":"piercing"} piercing damage when used with two hands to make a melee attack. Voice of Command. The iron consul selects up to two allies within 90 feet of it that can hear its commands. Each ally can

Death Kiss

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

tentacles, each ending in a mouth full of teeth. It can speak through any of its tentacle-maws in a high-pitched, nasal voice. Death kisses fear true beholders, which can easily kill or subdue them

. Lacking the egotism of their stronger kin, a death kiss usually submits to the rule of its creator or any other beholder it encounters, but it tries to escape as soon as the beholder is preoccupied. A

Shifter Legacy

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

they can temporarily enhance their animalistic features by entering a state they call shifting. Shifters are similar to humans in height and build but are typically more lithe and flexible. Their

choose the kind of lycanthrope in your past, or you can determine it randomly by rolling on the Lycanthrope Ancestor table. The table also provides a suggestion for the Shifting option you might have

Kalashtar Legacy

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

me in dreams, and at times her voice whispers in the silence of my mind. As long as at least one of my sisters is alive, Kashtai will survive — and as long as she lives, she will fight il

evil spirits that dominate it. The rebel quori believe that through meditation and devotion, they can change the fundamental nature of Dal Quor, shifting the balance from darkness to light. Most

Changeling Legacy

Species Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

changelings today—even in those changelings who have never set foot in the fey realm. Each changeling decides how to use their shape-shifting ability, channeling either the peril or the joy of the

Score Increases When determining your character’s ability scores, increase one score by 2 and increase a different score by 1, or increase three different scores by 1. Follow this rule regardless

Reborn Legacy

Species Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

? 4 A memory brings with it the voice of someone once close to you. How do they advise you? 5 You recall enjoying something that you can’t stand doing now. What is it? Why don’t

rule regardless of the method you use to determine the scores, such as rolling or point buy. Your class’s “Quick Build” section offers suggestions on which scores to increase. You

Eye and Hand of Vecna Legacy

Magic Items Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

Seldom is the name of Vecna spoken except in a hushed voice. Vecna was, in his time, one of the mightiest of all wizards. Through dark magic and conquest, he forged a terrible empire. For all his

’s lieutenant Kas coveted the Spider Throne for himself, or that the sword his lord made for him seduced him into rebellion. Whatever the reason, Kas brought the Undying King’s rule to an

Sentience

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

Sentience Aphelion is a sentient artificial intelligence programmed with an affable personality, a straightforward voice, and an obliging manner. It has an Intelligence of 20, a Wisdom of 10, and a

Charisma of 16. Aphelion can speak and read all languages. It appears as a shifting, face-like arrangement of complex, technological shapes. Aphelion has extensive knowledge of astronomy, spacefaring

Paladin

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

devote themselves expressly to protecting the innocent and spreading justice in the world, while others resolve to attain that goal by conquering those who stand defiant and bringing them under the rule of

Administration

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

owlin guidance counselor who takes first-year students under her wing, and Gyome, the troll chef of Witherbloom College. In addition to legions of people who devote their lives to the university’s

. When the argumentative deans fail to chart a coherent course for Strixhaven, the Founder Dragons are occasionally forced to intervene. They don’t step in directly, but a director known as the Voice of the Founders—currently an imposing man named Taiva—speaks on the dragons’ behalf.

Valor's Call

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

determines who can become a member of this prestigious group, and he is always looking for courageous heroes willing to devote themselves to a good cause. Only good-aligned characters can join Valor’s Call

the Book of Vile Darkness (described in chapter 7). Armed with that dread tome, he forged a kingdom to rule, with the vampire Kas as his lieutenant. But Kas betrayed and killed him, leaving only one

Warlock

classes Basic Rules (2014)

life in her hands, a wizened human whispers the secret name of her demonic patron, infusing her spell with fiendish magic. Shifting his gaze between a battered tome and the odd alignment of the

voice. Some warlocks find messages from their patrons etched on trees, mingled among tea leaves, or adrift in the clouds — messages that only the warlock can see. Other warlocks converse with

Actions in Exploration

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

to the next. There’s no hard-and-fast rule about how long to spend on each character’s activity, but make sure no one is waiting for their turn for too long. You can build tension in an exploration

encounter by shifting focus right before a character makes an ability check or opens a chest, leaving everyone eager to hear what happens next. Ability Checks in Exploration When a character tries to do

Ankhtepot

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

last memory of Ankhtepot’s name faded from his homeland, a voice intruded on the priest’s prison, asking if he still felt he was worthy to rule. Through the ages, Ankhtepot’s arrogance hadn’t waned

place, one with knowledge of rule and the deities’ blessing. On the day of the ritual that would consecrate the pharaoh’s connection with the gods, Ankhtepot rallied his loyal priests and murdered their

Factions of Cynidicea

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

reboant voice. Guardians wear brass masks depicting the stern, bearded face of Gorm and deep blue tunics. Under each guardian’s armor, their right shoulder bears a cobalt-hued tattoo of a lightning bolt

that draw attention away from their hidden wands. Each mage’s right palm bears a tattoo of a five-pointed star. Warriors of Madarua The ancient god Madarua presides over birth, death, and the shifting

Asphodel and the Despair Lands

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

tragically ironic home for those who risked so much to escape the land of the dead. Coliseum of the Aphonai Three ancient Returned called the Aphonai rule Asphodel. They wear simple, identical golden masks

Returned never speak, rendering their judgments only in gestures. Order of Phaios A cabal of mages known as the Order of Phaios defend Asphodel with their magic. The mages of the order devote themselves to

Oracle

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

determine what unwanted revelations you receive. The gods seek mortal oracles to act as their agents. As a result, most oracles devote themselves to the service of a single god and learn to ignore the

through you, and you can decide whether to use your own voice or to allow the god’s voice to come through your mouth to deliver the message, translated into any language you speak. Oracle’s Insight. The

Legends of Akharin Sangar

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

following his decrees can Sangarians prevent another demonic incursion. He deems those who oppose him outlaws. Personality Trait. “I’m being tested. I’ve not heard the Sunweaver’s voice since my rule

lost. After smiting Zolmate Shab’s fiendish army with righteous fury, Atash elected to stay, believing his mission incomplete. In the early years of his rule, Atash walked among the common folk

K75. South Dungeon

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd

one of the cells, you hear a gruff voice ask, “Who’s there?” The corridor is 40 feet long. Branching off it are eight cells, four along each wall. The voice comes from one of the southernmost cells

leave the castle and reunite with her, staying with the characters only until an opportunity to leave presents itself. K75b. Forgotten Treasure Characters who enter the cell can feel coins shifting

Sea of Sorrows

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

corpses. When Pietra sought to speak with them, her voice emerged from their mouths. The Relentless sails a domain that can overlap any body of water in any other domain. Some domains border the Sea of

beasts and shifting islands, including the following: Blaustein. This island-fortress domain was once ruled by the notorious Bluebeard, but his spectral wives overthrew him and now endlessly torment him

Sea of Sorrows

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

. When the captain sought to speak with them, her voice emerged from their mouths. The Relentless sails a domain that can overlap any body of water in any other domain. Some domains border the Sea of

Sorrows, while others call these mysterious waters by other names. Those who venture into the Mists by ship might enter the sea’s endless debris-choked expanse of eerie beasts and shifting islands

Horror in Borca

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

Horror in Borca Adventures in Borca often include the following elements. Nobles of Borca Twelve depraved families rule over every aspect of life in Borca. Each is a core family of fifteen or fewer

versions of your own design—perhaps with signature cosmetic effects. Monsters. Monsters can serve as threats but also agents of noble houses. Shape-shifting creatures such as Imps and Wererats excel at

Droaam

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

minotaurs rub shoulders with gnolls and goblins. Gargoyles and wyverns circle in the sky, while harpies call work crews to the quarries with their songs. Under the rule of the enigmatic Daughters of

Sora Kell, this land grows stronger with each passing year. The Voice of BRELAND Boranel Cedes Western Reaches In a shocking move, King Boranel has ordered that all Brelish citizens who live west

Story Overview

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

. Shouting her frustrations into the night, Mara was answered by a voice from the shadows. This sinister force would give her the power to take back her home and rule her lands, but she would never

Hall of Illusions

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

outside the tent and calls out for Rubin, hoping he will return. Approaching the Hall of Illusions This large tent is painted with a mural of shifting images that show grinning faeries diving into pools

Candlefoot’s voice, so he communicates through mime. If the characters give him a writing implement and some parchment, he can also write out his thoughts. Appendix D contains additional roleplaying

Shape-Shifting

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

Shape-Shifting The time a dragon spends in a humanoid form is not directly related to our opinion of said form. In fact, dragons generally disagree with mortals about visual taste. Most of you are

affecting the dragon’s challenge rating (as noted under “Customizing Dragons” earlier in this chapter). Likewise, if you use the Monster Manual variant rule to make dragons innate spellcasters, you could

Phantasmal Forest

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

Phantasmal Forest The Phantasmal Forest dominates the haunted land of Avonleigh, a shifting, surreal woodland cloaked by perpetual night. A dreamlike place controlled by Ebonbane, the forest changes

undoing, but they endlessly squabble over how best to rule after her downfall. Shadowborn Manor Ebonbane tempts virtuous souls to Shadowborn Manor, crushes their faith, and takes control of their bodies

Mausoleum Locations

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

unnaturally cold. As you step onto the flagstones, a voice from nowhere whispers: “Who is dead but cannot die, the Lord of Bones, whose embrace is patient but sure?” A detect magic spell reveals that

the voice is an illusion. Characters who succeed on a DC 20 Intelligence (Religion) check recognize the “Lord of Bones” as one of the ancient titles given to Myrkul, god of the dead. If a character

Creating Magic Items

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

planar convergence could reduce the time or cost required to make an item with an effect tied to that plane. Ultimately, this is a story, and there are exceptions to every rule. Complications. These

complications can arise. If you use this rule, there’s a 10 percent chance of a complication arising for every five workweeks spent on crafting the item. Xanathar’s Guide to Everything presents a number of

L3. Parlor

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

grimy, old-fashioned shawl, and her skin looks like gnarled bark. A large iron key extends from her back, ticking rhythmically as it rotates. “Sit down, children,” she says in a voice reminiscent of

crunching leaves. “Let’s have some tea.” Skabatha Nightshade (see appendix B) obeys the rule of hospitality (see “Rules of Conduct” in chapter 2) and presents herself as a kind host who is keen to

Anarchist Outcry

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

funnels have the following properties: Any creature that speaks into the small end of a boomhailer has its voice amplified to be three times louder than normal. Poorly made devices, boomhailers

fetters!” and “Mortal life, mortal rule!” Regardless of whether the characters get involved, a character who succeeds on a DC 16 Wisdom (Perception) check feels an intensifying vibration beneath their feet

Cleric: Order Domain

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica

else, rather than to a specific individual or the passing influence of emotion or popular rule. Clerics of order are typically concerned with how things are done, rather than whether an action’s results

multiverse. Order Domain Features Cleric Level Feature 1st Domain Spells, Bonus Proficiencies, Voice of Authority 2nd Channel Divinity: Order’s Demand 6th Embodiment of the Law 8th Divine Strike 17th

Syndra Silvane's Curse

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

wearer’s face. Even the person’s dry, raspy voice provides no clue. “Help yourselves to wine, and seat yourselves, friends — I hope I may call you that.” The masked speaker is Syndra Silvane. She is a

. Roleplay the encounter, paraphrasing the following information and responding in Silvane’s dry, cracking voice to the characters’ questions: “I was an adventurer years ago. I died once and was raised

Death Kiss

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

high-pitched, nasal voice. Death kisses fear true beholders, which can easily kill or subdue them. Lacking the egotism of their stronger kin, a death kiss usually submits to the rule of its creator or

Tips for Dungeon Masters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Borderlands Quest: Dagger Danger!

Tips for Dungeon Masters Here are some general tips for new Dungeon Masters. Rule 0. Rule 0 of D&D is simple: Have fun. It’s fine if everyone agrees to change the rules as long as doing so means the

more fun. What does a monster smell like? That’s up to you, or you can ask the players what they think! NPCs Are Your Voice. While the players determine what their characters do, the DM controls the

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