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Legacy
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Basic Rules (2014)
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Skill Proficiencies: Deception, Stealth
Tool Proficiencies: One type of gaming set, thieves’ tools
Equipment: A crowbar, a set of dark common clothes including a hood, and a pouch
always have a plan for what to do when things go wrong.
2
I am always calm, no matter what the situation. I never raise my voice or let my emotions control me.
3
The first thing I do in a
Soldier
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Basic Rules (2014)
or deck of cards, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 10 gp
Specialty
During your time as a soldier, you had a specific role to play in your unit or army. Roll a d8 or choose
’ve lost too many friends, and I’m slow to make new ones.
4
I’m full of inspiring and cautionary tales from my military experience relevant to almost every combat situation.
5
Species
Eberron: Rising from the Last War
their muscles, wrapped around a framework of steel, darkwood, or stone. Armored plates form a protective outer shell and reinforce joints. Warforged share a common facial design, with a hinged jaw
and crystal eyes embedded beneath a reinforced brow ridge. Beyond these common elements of warforged design, the precise materials and build of a warforged vary based on the purpose for which it was
Acolyte
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Basic Rules (2014)
incense, vestments, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 15 gp
FEATURE: SHELTER OF THE FAITHFUL
As an acolyte, you command the respect of those who share your faith, and you can perform
particular hero of my faith, and constantly refer to that person’s deeds and example.
2
I can find common ground between the fiercest enemies, empathizing with them and always working toward
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
to you when you entered the priesthood), a prayer book or prayer wheel, 5 sticks of incense, vestments, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 15 gp
FEATURE: SHELTER OF THE FAITHFUL
As
person’s deeds and example.
2
I can find common ground between the fiercest enemies, empathizing with them and always working toward peace.
3
I see omens in every event and action. The
Lizardfolk
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
have more in common with iguanas or dragons than they do with humans, dwarves, or elves. Lizardfolk possess an alien and inscrutable mindset, their desires and thoughts driven by a different set of
rage against their enemies. They simply observe and react as a situation warrants.
Lizardfolk lack meaningful emotional ties to the past. They assess situations based on their current and future
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Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
type of gaming set, thieves’ tools
Equipment: A crowbar, a set of dark common clothes including a hood, and a pouch containing 15 gp
Criminal Origins
Criminals are pervasive in Baldur
matter what the situation. I never raise my voice or let my emotions control me.
3
The first thing I do in a new place is note the locations of everything valuable—or where such things
Backgrounds
Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus
gaming set, vehicles (land)
Equipment: An insignia of rank, a trophy taken from a fallen enemy (a dagger, broken blade, or piece of a banner), a set of bone dice or deck of cards, a set of common
the behaviors common to corrupt guards and military officers a mile away. While awareness of such corruption doesn’t equate to evidence of it, and your sense certainly isn’t foolproof, your
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Trauma Survivor You survived. Whatever it was, you made it through, and you can help others do the same. People view you as an expert on the traumatic situation you faced—be it a specific sort of
violence, illness, or otherwise. You are aware of nonmagical recovery techniques, common resources, and misinformation. You know how to speak to sympathetic doctors, clergy, and local leaders and can convince them to shelter one person (other than yourself) at a modest lifestyle for up to one month.
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Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
Almost all of the common people and other folk that one might encounter along the Sword Coast or in the North have one thing in common: they live out their lives without ever traveling more than a
few miles from where they were born.
You aren’t one of those folk.
You are from a distant place, one so remote that few of the common folk in the North realize that it exists, and chances are
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
clade — a diverse group of individuals combining disparate talents in pursuit of a common goal — or a researcher on a specialized, short-term project focused on addressing an immediate
interested in taking notes on monstrous anatomy than in fighting monsters.
3
Every social situation I’m in seems to lead to my asking rude personal questions.
4
I’m supremely
Kobold
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
other useful items, but if they are at risk of discovery, they run away rather than attack anyone in the house. By fleeing before they can be seen or identified, they avoid getting into a situation
lack of emotional bonding means they have no concept of marriage or permanent family relationships. Their eggs are placed in a common tribal hatchery with no effort to keep track of who each one
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
adventurers see something completely contrary to the common understanding of what can and should occur in the world, or upon the realization of a dreadful truth. In such a situation, you can call on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
assistance. An alliance with Saltmarsh is agreed to, which the characters can report to the town council. The lizardfolk dispatch two Common-speaking scaleshield officers named Garurt and Vyth to Saltmarsh to
attack on the sahuagin fortress. They are well received by the council, and the alliance is quickly agreed to when the council members learn of the situation regarding the sahuagin. The town council
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Boo’s Astral Menagerie
through their weapons, and they can rescue warriors from a perilous situation by using their gods-given power of teleportation. Astral Elf Commander
Medium Humanoid, Any Alignment
Armor Class 17 (half
, Con +4, Wis +7, Cha +7
Skills Deception +7, History +7, Intimidation +7, Survival +7
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 14
Languages Celestial, Common, Elvish
Challenge 7 (2,900 XP
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath
is a powerful tool. Images or symbols, when repeated, become a pattern that strengthens a story. Subtle differences in repeated scenes can add to the horror, comedy, or drama of a situation.
In this
encounter. If you remember some of the actions that the characters took in that encounter, feel free to add your own echoes.
For example, if the characters danced in the common room during their time
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
choice, as appropriate to your factionLanguages: Two of your choiceEquipment: Badge or emblem of your faction, a copy of a seminal faction text (or a code-book for a covert faction), a set of common
: In recent years, the Zhentarim have become more visible in the world at large, as the group works to improve its reputation among the common people. The faction draws employees and associates
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
. A portal can have any requirement, but the following are the most common: Command. The portal functions only if a particular command is given. A command is usually a word that can be invoked in any
key to a door. This item can be a common object or a particular one created for that portal. The city of Sigil above the Outlands is known as the City of Doors because it features an overwhelming
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Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
-wielding police force of the City of Splendors, protecting the common folk from thieves and rowdy nobility alike. Or you might have been one of the valiant defenders of Silverymoon, a member of the
friends, and I’m slow to make new ones.
4
I’m full of inspiring and cautionary tales from my military experience relevant to almost every combat situation.
5
I can stare down a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
district of Precarious. The area’s rough and poor, filled with sailors and dockworkers. Many of these boisterous folk love the life in Cliffside; as a common saying goes, “Better a tankard of ale in
hours and wages on. Even though the Sharn Watch has a token presence here, Cliffside remains one of the most crime-ridden districts in the city. This situation is exacerbated by the presence of sahuagin
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
; or (B) 100 GP Rogues rely on cunning, stealth, and their foes’ vulnerabilities to get the upper hand in any situation. They have a knack for finding the solution to just about any problem. A few
. Some Rogues began their careers as criminals, while others used their cunning to fight crime. Whatever a Rogue’s relation to the law, no common criminal or officer of the law can match the subtle
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
10. Common Areas Most of the ceilings in this area are 10 feet high. Blood-smeared tiles cover the floors and walls throughout. 10a. Dining Hall This room has a vaulted ceiling, rising 15 feet high
Terminus Level and is storing them in a pouch tied to his belt. He’s not optimistic about finding the last card, though. Sick of hearing about the situation, Zelk adds to Malgorn’s misery by repeatedly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
What Coalition? Once he is safely off Aruun, Warwyck explains the current situation in Doomspace: “My efforts to create a coalition have been unsuccessful. The factions of Doomspace have little
seems to have offended them.
“The only thing these factions seem to have in common is their hunger for ships, spelljamming helms, and weapons—things I can’t provide. War is everyone’s native tongue here
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
No Room at the Inn After a miserably wet, cold day that promises to become an even wetter, freezing night, the caravan arrives at a large inn. Upon entering the warm, comfortable common room to make
arrangements for the night, the embarrassed innkeeper tells the characters that the entire inn is sold out; all the private rooms are taken and the common room is reserved for a private party. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
, 20 Arrows, Quiver, Thieves’ Tools, Burglar’s Pack, and 8 GP; or (B) 100 GP Rogues rely on cunning, stealth, and their foes’ vulnerabilities to get the upper hand in any situation. They have a knack
strike than wear an opponent down with a barrage of blows. Some Rogues began their careers as criminals, while others used their cunning to fight crime. Whatever a Rogue’s relation to the law, no common
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
No Room at the Inn After a miserably wet, cold day that promises to become an even wetter, freezing night, the caravan arrives at a large inn. Upon entering the warm, comfortable common room to make
arrangements for the night, the embarrassed innkeeper tells the characters that the entire inn is sold out; all the private rooms are taken and the common room is reserved for a private party. The
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
evil tyrants. In the current situation, it doesn’t take long for them to suspect that the Zhentarim is wholly or partially responsible for the escalation of violence in Waterdeep. Harper spies might
locations such as the City of the Dead. Harper support comes in these ways: The Harpers make common and uncommon potions and scrolls available to the adventurers at a reduced or deferred cost
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
, a set of common clothes, a belt pouch containing 10 gp (a mix of Azorius and Boros 1-zino coins), and a bottle of sweet, red juice
A Flair for the Dramatic
Rakdos performance styles typically fuse
the pain of others.
5
I enjoy testing other people’s patience.
6
I can’t stand it when things are predictable, so I like to add a little chaos to every situation.
7
I
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
The True Threat The people of Saltmarsh, and of course the characters, are unaware of the true situation as the adventure gets under way. The lizardfolk are not preparing for war against Saltmarsh
the lizardfolk strive to hold their alliance together in the face of a common foe, the bonds are beginning to fray. How the characters perform their mission, and what sort of relationship they establish
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Sharn Watch A common viewpoint among the citizens of Sharn is that in the upper wards, the Sharn Watch works for the wealthy; in the middle wards, it works for the Boromar Clan; and in the lower
wards, it doesn’t work at all. This assessment is close enough to the truth. There’s an important undercurrent in the situation, however. Although most officers of the Watch take bribes, that doesn’t mean
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
Meeting the Mayor Mayor Braith Broadfoot (neutral good, deep gnome commoner) speaks Common in addition to Gnomish, Terran, and Undercommon. She and her fellow gnome exiles are gathered in a cavern
not too far from the front gates of the Little Lockford. If the characters say they’ve come to help, the mayor eagerly gives them an overview of the situation: “I can’t tell you how pleased we are that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
dead? Still, when the situation calls for it, this protector of the woodlands is equally at home on missions of subterfuge and social interaction in the big city, provided her well-known love of ale
, Stealth +6, Survival +4
Senses darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 14
Languages Common, Draconic, Dwarvish, Giant, Goblin
Challenge 4 (1,100 XP)
Fey Ancestry. Môrgæn has advantage on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
unhappy about the situation in the mere, and he develops the notion that these strangers could be the key to driving out the cultists and to slaughtering their cruel bullywug allies. Snapjaw tries to
communicate with the chosen character, but he doesn’t want any of his comrades to know. He speaks enough pidgin Common to converse in simple terms, in case no one in the party speaks Draconic. How
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
is met. A portal can have any conceivable requirement, but the following are the most common: Time. The portal functions only at particular times: during a full moon on the Material Plane, or every
rounds. Situation. The portal functions only if a particular condition is met. A situation-keyed portal opens on a clear night, or when it rains, or when a certain spell is cast in its vicinity. Random
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
for the sake of a common cause. They won’t like it — they might even hate themselves for a time afterward — but they’ll do what must be done according to the circumstances of the situation. Some elves