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Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
You’re an entertainer at heart, a performer with a flair for the dramatic and a love of the spotlight. You’ve spent years honing your craft, mastering a demanding set of skills so you can
a member of a cult devoted to an ancient demon who delights in violence and chaos. It just so happens that Rakdos loves a good show, and your highest aspiration is to please the Defiler, the Lord of
Monsters
Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
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Adventure Hook
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Posing as an avatar of an evil earth elemental-god, a sapphire dragon serves as general to a fanatical cult—and
claims the spoils of the cult’s victories.
2
A sapphire dragon is bound by an ancient pact to advise a monarchy on matters of defense—until someone bests the dragon’s security
Backgrounds
Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica
to finding a solution to a scientific problem.
2
I’ll never forget the laboratory where I learned my skills, or the other attendants who learned alongside me.
3
I’m convinced
An Orzhov banker financed my laboratory’s current work and expects great returns.
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I have a cousin in the Cult of Rakdos, and we get along quite well.
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A former attendant from the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
Cult of Zariel Goals: Conquest, glory in battle, fame and fortune derived from military victory Typical Cultist: Berserker, cult fanatic, cultist, gladiator, guard, knight, veteran Signature Spells
: True strike (cantrip), heroism (1st level), spiritual weapon (2nd level), crusader’s mantle (3rd level) Zariel’s cult offers martial training and talent. It flourishes in areas wracked by war
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual
Cult Members Cults often form hierarchies around a charismatic or domineering leader. While cult members might work independently, they take their orders from superiors with greater supernatural
powers. Any cult might have the following sorts of members. Cultist Cultists devote themselves to their faith’s leaders and otherworldly masters. While this zeal grants cultists no magical powers, it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
Ivlis Secret Cult Leader Beneath a pretense of charity and goodness, Ivlis is a demon worshiper who leads a wicked cult. She uses deception and skulduggery to advance her power. Though she feigns
Wis 14 +2 +2
Cha 14 +2 +2
Skills Deception +4, Persuasion +4
Gear Leather Armor
Senses Passive Perception 12
Languages Common
CR 2 (XP 450; PB +2)
Actions
Multiattack
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands
Narthus Cult Leader’s Cruel Understudy A craven lackey, Narthus serves Ivlis out of fear rather than loyalty. Narthus spends his days groveling before Ivlis and cruelly whipping new initiates to the
Cult of Chaos into shape. Narthus’s feral nature leads some cultists to speculate that he was raised by wild animals. Ivlis prizes Narthus for his obsequity and morbid fascinations. He grows the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
Bloodfray Giant Giants in the Cult of Rakdos act as enforcers, bouncers, and sometimes even pillars, holding the mobile platforms that serve as stages for Rakdos performances. Like other members of
the cult, giants thrill to the violence of those shows. Though they can seem entranced by the horror unfolding on the stage, they react quickly and brutally to any interruption of the performance
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
Cult Fanatic Cult Fanatic
Medium humanoid (any race), any non-good alignment
Armor Class 13 (leather armor)
Hit Points 33 (6d8 + 6)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
11(+0)
DEX
14(+2)
CON
12(+1)
INT
10(+0)
WIS
13(+1)
CHA
14(+2)
Skills Deception +4, Persuasion +4, Religion +2
Senses passive Perception 11
Languages any one language (usually Common
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Cult Fanatic Fanatics are often part of a cult’s leadership, using their charisma and dogma to influence and prey on those of weak will. Most are interested in personal power above all else. Cult
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INT
10 (+0)
WIS
13 (+1)
CHA
14 (+2)
Skills Deception +4, Persuasion +4, Religion +2
Senses passive Perception 11
Languages any one language (usually Common)
Challenge 2
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
21. Abandoned Barracks Cult warriors slept and trained here. Stone doors throughout are fitted with locks, though all doors are unlocked at present. The building has both lighting and plumbing (see
the “Lighting and Plumbing” sidebar). 21a. Training Area These rooms were set aside for cultists to spar and hone their martial skills. North Room. A woven black mat covers the floor of this room, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
Blood Witch Blood witches imagine themselves to be the intermediaries between Rakdos and his cult — the pinnacle of his priesthood, his trusted advisors, and the messengers who communicate his will
to the scattered troupes and ringmasters. The Cult of Rakdos recognizes no authority but Rakdos, and the demon lord requires no advisors. Nonetheless, the blood witches are smart, charismatic, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
Chitine Dedicated to Lolth, chitines are multiarmed bipeds with arachnid qualities. Most live in colonies in the Underdark and fight the enemies of the Demon Queen of Spiders. Long ago, the cult of
warriors dedicated first to the cult and then, only by association with it, to Lolth. The goddess found this arrangement unacceptable. As punishment, the Spider Queen twisted her worshipers’ rituals
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Howling Hatred Cultists Most air cultists are idealists lured to the cult by lofty notions such as detachment from material possessions, bodily addictions, and physical desires. Some find their way
to the cult in pursuit of rumors that they can learn to fly, tame the wind, or shed their obesity. Whatever their reasons, they eventually succumb to the cult’s subtle indoctrination, surrendering
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
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INT
11 (+0)
WIS
10 (+0)
CHA
12 (+1)
Saving Throws Wis +2
Skills Deception +3, Stealth +5
Senses passive Perception 10
Languages Common, Draconic
Challenge 1
(200 XP)
Dragon Fanatic. The dragonclaw has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened. While the dragonclaw can see a dragon or higher-ranking Cult of the Dragon cultist friendly
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
)
INT
11 (+0)
WIS
11 (+0)
CHA
13 (+1)
Saving Throws Wis +2
Skills Deception +3, Stealth +5
Damage Resistances one of the following: acid, cold, fire, lightning, or poison
can see a dragon or higher-ranking Cult of the Dragon cultist friendly to it, the dragonwing ignores the effects of being charmed or frightened.
Fanatic Advantage. Once per turn, if the dragonwing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
)
INT
11 (+0)
WIS
11 (+0)
CHA
13 (+1)
Saving Throws Wis +2
Skills Deception +3, Stealth +5
Damage Resistances one of the following: acid, cold, fire, lightning, or poison
can see a dragon or higher-ranking Cult of the Dragon cultist friendly to it, the dragonwing ignores the effects of being charmed or frightened.
Fanatic Advantage. Once per turn, if the dragonwing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
)
INT
11 (+0)
WIS
11 (+0)
CHA
13 (+1)
Saving Throws Wis +2
Skills Deception +3, Stealth +5
Damage Resistances one of the following: acid, cold, fire, lightning, or
dragonwing can see a dragon or higher-ranking Cult of the Dragon cultist friendly to it, the dragonwing ignores the effects of being charmed or frightened.
Fanatic Advantage. Once per turn, if the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
)
INT
11 (+0)
WIS
10 (+0)
CHA
12 (+1)
Saving Throws Wis +2
Skills Deception +3, Stealth +5
Senses passive Perception 10
Languages Common, Draconic
Challenge 1 (200 XP
)
Dragon Fanatic. The dragonclaw has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened. While the dragonclaw can see a dragon or higher-ranking Cult of the Dragon cultist friendly to it, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
Frost Giant of Evil Water I learned enough about the Temple of Elemental Evil in my studies with Mordenkainen that I regard giants connected to the cult with a healthy amount of respect. When you
these frost giants the ability to breathe underwater, and they wield armor and weapons that reflect their commitment to the cult. Their armor is outfitted with enormous crossbows that can launch
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
Rip Tide Priest Priests of the Rip Tide cult gather in secret cabals to perform dark rituals that glorify Olhydra, the elemental Princess of Evil Water, as the embodiment of water’s destructiveness
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Hit Points 52 (8d8 + 16)
Speed 30 ft.
STR
15 (+2)
DEX
11 (+0)
CON
14 (+2)
INT
10 (+0)
WIS
11 (+0)
CHA
16 (+3)
Skills Deception +5, Religion
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
)
INT
11 (+0)
WIS
10 (+0)
CHA
12 (+1)
Saving Throws Wis +2
Skills Deception +3, Stealth +5
Senses passive Perception 10
Languages Common, Draconic
Challenge 1 (200 XP
)
Dragon Fanatic. The dragonclaw has advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened. While the dragonclaw can see a dragon or higher-ranking Cult of the Dragon cultist friendly to it, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Black Earth Cultists Murderers, lunatics, hateful nihilists — these are the sort of people drawn to worship the might of Elemental Evil. The followers of evil elemental earth call themselves the Cult
. They are single-minded and stubborn, working tirelessly to undermine their enemies. They get along well with the Cult of the Crushing Wave, but they hate the Howling Hatred cult — elemental air is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica
known to compel horrors into service. For House Dimir, horrors spread fear and despair in the citizenry and carry out assassinations or kidnappings against well-protected targets. For the Cult of Rakdos
territory. House Dimir uses all three base kinds of horrors. The Cult of Rakdos prefers shadow horrors, and the Golgari Swarm uses skittering horrors. Flying Horror
Medium aberration, neutral evil
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Crushing Wave Cultists The Cult of the Crushing Wave venerates the element of water as a force of destruction and evil. Only fools or lunatics worship the idea of destruction, and many of the
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
Star Spawn Seer A star spawn seer is most often encountered as the leader of a cult that worships one or more of the Elder Evils. Usually, the seer is the only cult member that grasps the full extent
of the horror the cult is venerating. An entity that appears as a star spawn seer in the Material Plane usually arrives as something different — something disembodied. When a warlock or other
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Eternal Flame Cultists It is often said that fire is a dangerous servant and a fearful master. So too it is with the Eternal Flame cultists. Low-ranking members of the cult love the destructive power
of fire. The cult leaders harness fire to cleanse their surroundings of anything impure and anyone who’s insufficiently dedicated to the cause. It’s perhaps too facile to say that those who follow
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
)
INT
12 (+1)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
14 (+2)
Saving Throws Wis +3
Skills Deception +4, Stealth +5
Damage Resistances one of the following: acid, cold, fire, lightning, or poison
the dragonfang can see a dragon or higher-ranking Cult of the Dragon cultist friendly to it, the dragonfang ignores the effects of being charmed or frightened.
Fanatic Advantage. Once per turn, if
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
)
INT
13 (+1)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
16 (+3)
Saving Throws Wis +4
Skills Deception +6, Stealth +7
Damage Resistances one of the following: acid, cold, fire, lightning, or poison
. While the dragonsoul can see a dragon or higher-ranking Cult of the Dragon cultist friendly to it, the dragonsoul ignores the effects of being charmed or frightened.
Fanatic Advantage. Once per turn, if
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
(+2)
INT
13 (+1)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
16 (+3)
Saving Throws Wis +4
Skills Deception +6, Stealth +7
Damage Resistances one of the following: acid, cold, fire, lightning
frightened. While the dragonsoul can see a dragon or higher-ranking Cult of the Dragon cultist friendly to it, the dragonsoul ignores the effects of being charmed or frightened.
Fanatic Advantage. Once
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
(+2)
INT
12 (+1)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
14 (+2)
Saving Throws Wis +4
Skills Deception +5, Stealth +6
Damage Resistances one of the following: acid, cold, fire, lightning
frightened. While the dragonfang can see a dragon or higher-ranking Cult of the Dragon cultist friendly to it, the dragonfang ignores the effects of being charmed or frightened.
Fanatic Advantage. Once
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
)
INT
12 (+1)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
14 (+2)
Saving Throws Wis +3
Skills Deception +4, Stealth +5
Damage Resistances one of the following: acid, cold, fire, lightning, or poison
the dragonfang can see a dragon or higher-ranking Cult of the Dragon cultist friendly to it, the dragonfang ignores the effects of being charmed or frightened.
Fanatic Advantage. Once per turn, if
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
)
INT
13 (+1)
WIS
12 (+1)
CHA
16 (+3)
Saving Throws Wis +4
Skills Deception +6, Stealth +7
Damage Resistances one of the following: acid, cold, fire, lightning, or poison
. While the dragonsoul can see a dragon or higher-ranking Cult of the Dragon cultist friendly to it, the dragonsoul ignores the effects of being charmed or frightened.
Fanatic Advantage. Once per turn, if
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Fizban's Treasury of Dragons
strength and a devastating breath weapon. Champions of Tiamat are sometimes associated with the Cult of the Dragon (described in chapter 3). Dragonborn of Tiamat
Medium Humanoid, Typically Chaotic
)
Saving Throws Str +8, Con +7, Wis +4, Cha +6
Skills Athletics +8, Intimidation +6, Perception +4
Condition Immunities frightened
Senses passive Perception 14
Languages Common, Draconic
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
draegloth of its own. Although draegloths plays an important part in the plans of Lolth’s cult, a draegloth can’t rise above the status of a favored servant to a priest in that cult. Before a
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Speed 30 ft.
STR
20 (+5)
DEX
15 (+2)
CON
18 (+4)
INT
13 (+1)
WIS
11 (+0)
CHA
11 (+0)
Skills Perception +3, Stealth +5
Damage