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Variant Tiefling

Species Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

Since not all tieflings are of the blood of Asmodeus, some have traits that differ from those in the Player’s Handbook. The Dungeon Master may permit the following variants for your tiefling

Black Viper

Monsters Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

years ago, but has since returned. The Rosznars' inability to regain the respect they feel they deserve rankles them. The slave trade has continued in Amn and elsewhere, and it's not like other noble

effort to prove this conception wrong and win others' respect, Esvele has been brought up to be the most proper noble possible, partaking in lessons of etiquette, dance, and poise as befits someone

Variant Feral Tiefling

Species Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

Since not all tieflings are of the blood of Asmodeus, some have traits that differ from those in the Player’s Handbook. The Dungeon Master may permit the following variants for your

Entertainer Legacy

Backgrounds Player’s Handbook (2014)

anger. Your music raises their spirits or captures their sorrow. Your dance steps captivate, your humor cuts to the quick. Whatever techniques you use, your art is your life. Skill

for that “special someone.” 4 Nobody stays angry at me or around me for long, since I can defuse any amount of tension. 5 I love a good insult, even one directed at me. 6

Half-Elf Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

human energy without human boorishness. They often make excellent ambassadors and go-betweens (except between elves and humans, since each side suspects the half-elf of favoring the other). Half

-Elf Variants Some half-elves in Faerûn have a racial trait in place of the Skill Versatility trait. If your DM allows it, your half-elf character can forgo Skill Versatility and instead take the elf trait Keen Senses or a trait based on your elf parentage:

Entertainer - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

dance steps captivate, your humor cuts to the quick. Whatever techniques you use, your art is your life. Skill Proficiencies: Acrobatics, PerformanceTool Proficiencies: Disguise kit, one

, since I can defuse any amount of tension. 5 I love a good insult, even one directed at me. 6 I get bitter if I’m not the center of attention. 7 I’ll settle for nothing

Rest Variants

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

Rest Variants The rules for short and long rests presented in chapter 8 of the Player’s Handbook work well for a heroic-style campaign. Characters can go toe-to-toe with deadly foes, take damage to

within an inch of their lives, yet still be ready to fight again the next day. If this approach doesn’t fit your campaign, consider the following variants. Epic Heroism This variant uses a short rest

The Lacuna

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

of the Lacuna are identical to the Mists that border the domain. The people of Hazlan know that the Lacuna used to be smaller, and that it was created by a magical disaster. The fog has since spread

, extending in tendrils toward sources of powerful magic throughout the domain. Originally, the Lacuna reached exclusively toward Veneficus and the Mound of the Worm. Since then, Hazlik’s apprentices

The Mark of Asmodeus

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

out of infernal politics. Since the ritual that spread the curse of Asmodeus a century ago, tieflings have been born on Faerûn that belong to other infernal bloodlines, but those that bear the mark of

those not descended from Asmodeus might exhibit different qualities; see the “Tiefling Variants” sidebar.

Hiatea's Hearth

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

fireplace are inscribed with runes extolling the god Hiatea and invoking her blessing upon all who shelter here. Many dynasties of giants have claimed ownership of Hiatea’s Hearth since its founding, and each

10. Royal Armory

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

gate to open for 1 minute. The dance requires 1 minute to perform. Characters must be 8th level or higher to pass through this gate (see “Jhesiyra Kestellharp”). The first creature to pass through the

gate triggers an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”). A creature that passes through the gate appears in area 9 on level 5, in the closest unoccupied space next to the identical gate located there. Armor and

Lone Faithful

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

lady of fortune” (Tymora) — an indication, tieflings say, that one’s outward appearance and bloodline are less important to the gods than the heart and soul within. TIEFLING VARIANTS Since not all

tieflings are of the blood of Asmodeus, some have traits that differ from those in the Player’s Handbook. The Dungeon Master may permit the following variants for your tiefling character, although

Chapter 3: Bestiary

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters

morkoth, have been around since the earliest editions of the game. Others, such as the banderhobb and the vargouille, came later but are equally beloved. Some of the new creatures found herein are

variants of the monsters discussed in chapter 1. This chapter is a continuation of the Monster Manual and adopts a similar presentation. If you are unfamiliar with the monster stat block format, read the

Denizens of the Necropolis

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

percentile dice and consult the Ythryn Encounters table to determine if the party has a random encounter. Some random encounters have variants if Avarice or Auril is present in the necropolis (see

speak Loross instead of Undercommon (see the “Loross: The Netherese Tongue” ) 91–00 Iriolarthas the demilich, with 1d3 nothics that speak Loross instead of Undercommon trailing behind it (the demilich uses the nothics to open and close doors and clear obstacles, since it can’t do so)

Heading 2

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

celestial origins. Divine Caretakers. Couatls were created as guardians and caretakers by a benevolent god not worshiped since the dawn of time, and which is forgotten now by all but the couatls

themselves. Most of the divine mandates given to these beings are long since fulfilled or failed. However, a number of couatls still watch over ancient power, await fulfillment of prophecy, or safeguard the

Obelisk

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

the secret to escaping the prison was hidden in the arcane runes etched across the standing stones. Ever since, the tormented demon has tried futilely to solve the riddle and escape. The figure pacing

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

dance to any tune. — Volo To feel the thunder of orcish war drums outside the gate and to hear a chorus of voices growling, “Gruumsh!” is the nightmare of every civilized place in

haul as much food and booty as possible back to the tribe’s den, every tribe has a sturdy war wagon. Since orcs are poor crafters, most of their wagons are stolen from human or dwarven

Lockbury Henge

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

assistance, drums her hooves on the ground, and begins the first korred ceremonial dance since the rise of the Hourglass Coven. If she hasn’t done so already, Argantle summons the other korred leaders so

is hidden by brigganock magic. Korred Dance The noise of the mining soon passes. If the korreds are well disposed toward the characters, Queen Argantle becomes elated at the prospect of their

Viktal and the Tithe

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

share their stories. The villagers encourage new arrivals to become part of the community, since that’s what Mother teaches them to do—and to broaden the pool of sacrifice fodder for the next Tithe

lovingly carved door or mural depicts a woman’s face made of moth wings, watching over an explicitly detailed scene of butchery or surgery. 8 Villagers sing and dance in a circle around someone undergoing a ritual to have their left eye removed.

Shrine of Luck

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

, Trilena. However, as they were walking up, part of the shrine collapsed, and three small creatures—the goblins—hurried away from the rubble carrying a stone. Tamara and Trilena have since been helping

the glint of an axe embedded in the wall of one of the nearby buildings. The Clue. A character who examines the axe and succeeds on a DC 17 Intelligence (History) check recognizes the runes etched into

Silent Sound Lighthouse

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

travel, Hoobur has so far failed to find the rotor of return, but he doesn’t mind. He has claimed the lighthouse since returning here from Phandalin, finding the basement laboratory to be a perfect

Stout Half-Pint has been undertaking recurring renovations since they moved in two years ago. Except where otherwise noted, all areas of the lighthouse have the following features. Ceilings. Ceilings

Mist Wanderers

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

d’Avenir Fearless Adventurer As a former pupil of Dr. Rudolph van Richten, Ez d’Avenir (detailed in chapter 5) is no stranger to the dangers haunting the Mists. Since venturing out on her own, Ez has

with her. In the most dire circumstance, she uses her mysterious magic, the Dance of the Dead, which can control the dead at the risk of slaying the living. Larissa learned her magic in part from

23. Ezzat's Phylactery

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

fragments can’t be pried from the walls, since the same magic that protects the stalagmite tower from damage prevents their removal. Phylactery Ezzat’s phylactery is a box 6 inches long, 3 inches wide, and 4

inches tall that weighs 2 pounds. It is made of adamantine with gold trim, and its interior is inscribed with tiny silver runes. A detect magic spell reveals a powerful aura of necromancy magic around

Tresendar Manor Dungeon

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

desiccated and skeletal humanoid corpses litter the floor of this small chamber. The stone of the north wall has been etched with intricate runes, but the pattern ends abruptly. Bodies and Runes. A closer

examination of the still-intact bodies reveals that each bears tattoos matching the runes carved on the walls. The corpses wear a wide range of clothing and armor, but have been stripped of all

Lambent Zenith Locations

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

front of the ship. During the Lambent Zenith’s crash, arcane wards should have sealed the safe room’s doors. The safe room is inaccessible while the wards are active. Ward Runes. Two runes hidden on the

ship power the wards. Kycera knows one rune was placed in the ship’s stateroom, but she doesn’t remember the second rune’s location. She believes that magic or a pass phrase can deactivate the runes

Areas of the Vault

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

runes. The doors have neither handles nor hinges. The writing on them reads, “THE THREE KEYS. BRING THEM FORTH.” The doors part, sliding back into the walls, when the three correct keys are brought

) check is needed to push open the heavy door. V5. Secret Room This dust-filled room has lain untouched since the time of the Delzoun dwarves. Green copper urns on platforms overflow with coins, gems

Initiative Variants

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

Initiative Variants This section offers different ways to handle initiative. Initiative Score With this optional rule, creature don’t roll initiative at the start of combat. Instead, each creature

is complete. This variant encourages teamwork and makes your life as a DM easier, since you can more easily coordinate monsters. On the downside, the side that wins initiative can gang up on enemies

The Black Viper

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

was convicted of slave trading — highly illegal in Waterdeep — and banished over a hundred years ago, but has since returned. The Rosznars’ inability to regain the respect they feel they deserve

proper noble possible, partaking in lessons of etiquette, dance, and poise as befits someone of her station. In her younger days, Esvele openly rebelled, but that behavior led to locked doors at night

Zorzula's Rest Locations

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

character can read Dwarvish, the character makes this check with advantage since the door’s magical runes are of dwarven origin. The lock is a Small magical object that has AC 12, 30 hit points, and

in the west wall opens into a shaft that descends 30 feet. This shaft once held a magical lift that the duergar miners used as transport into the mining tunnels, but the lift has since fallen into

Couatl

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

created as guardians and caretakers by a benevolent god not worshiped since the dawn of time, and which is forgotten now by all but the couatls themselves. Most of the divine mandates given to these

beings are long since fulfilled or failed. However, a number of couatls still watch over ancient power, await fulfillment of prophecy, or safeguard the heirs of creatures they once guided and protected

9. Dragon's Platform

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

imitating the moves of the dancing dwarves causes the gate to open for 1 minute. The dance requires 1 minute to perform. Characters must be 9th level or higher to pass through this gate (see “Jhesiyra

Kestellharp”). The first creature to pass through the gate triggers an elder rune (see “Elder Runes”). A creature that passes through the gate appears in area 10 on level 6, in the closest unoccupied

Fighter

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

with images of the phases of the moon 11 A dagger with a handle made of bone, etched with worn and unreadable runes 12 A backpack made from the leather and fur of a skunk Victory Is

-choreographed dance 2 Ale! And then more ale! 3 Seizing a trophy from a vanquished foe 4 Composing a poem extolling your valiant combat prowess 5 Adding a commemorative square to your

24. Githzerai Retreat

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

floor show evidence of stone furnishings long since removed. Characters who hold bright light sources in this room or make a lot of noise alert the githzerai in area 24c, who remain where they are

and consulting the following table: d20 Teleport Destination 1–8 The teleport trap in area 6 9–16 The teleport trap in area 8 17–20 The teleport trap in area 26 Since they can’t avoid the trap, the

10. Caves of the River Coven

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

damages the cauldron, an elder rune materializes above it (see “Elder Runes”). Draw from the Elder Runes Deck (see appendix B) to determine which rune appears. The elder rune targets a random creature

before the hags return. Since the boy can’t see in the dark, he mistakes the bullying goblin for his jailer, not another prisoner. If rescued, Delvin insists that the characters call him “Del” and gladly

Roleplaying Prisoner 13

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Prisoner 13

. While confined to her antimagic cell, she is cautious since she can’t rely on her magic tattoos to defend herself. Outside her cell, she grows overly confident and even banters if she’s able to do so

down her left arm, ending in runes on the fingers of her left hand. Knotwork. Purple and blue knotwork and runes run down her right arm, across the back of her right hand, and down the length of each

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