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Returned Kakomantis

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

throws against any effect that turns undead. Unreadable Face. The Returned is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its thoughts. Wisdom (Insight) checks to ascertain the

. Convincing a merchant to buy a Returned mask, or dealing with the ramifications of such a sale, might prove to be an adventure in itself. Returned Nature. The Returned are undead. They need water

Returned Drifter

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

Turn Resistance. The Returned has advantage on saving throws against any effect that turns undead. Unreadable Face. The Returned is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its

effectively another sapient being’s face. Convincing a merchant to buy a Returned mask, or dealing with the ramifications of such a sale, might prove to be an adventure in itself. Returned Nature. The

Returned Sentry

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

. Turn Resistance. The Returned has advantage on saving throws against any effect that turns undead. Unreadable Face. The Returned is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its

. Convincing a merchant to buy a Returned mask, or dealing with the ramifications of such a sale, might prove to be an adventure in itself. Returned Nature. The Returned are undead. They need water

Returned Palamnite

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

throws against any effect that turns undead. Unreadable Face. The Returned is immune to any effect that would sense its emotions or read its thoughts. Wisdom (Insight) checks to ascertain the

a Returned mask, or dealing with the ramifications of such a sale, might prove to be an adventure in itself. Returned Nature. The Returned are undead. They need water and air but not food or sleep

Verdan Traits

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

Verdan Traits Verdan characters have a number of traits in common with others of their kind. Ability Score Increase. Your Constitution score increases by 1, and your Charisma score increases by 2

. Age. Verdan reach adulthood at around the age of 24, and it is thought that they might live to nearly 200 years old. However, because no verdan has died of old age since the race’s initial creation

Hythonia

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

mythic trait by describing her skin cracking and turning pale as she suffers wounds. Read or paraphrase the following text when Hythonia finally uses her Shed Skin trait: The medusa’s skin

: Hythonia briefly animates creatures that have been petrified by her gaze. Each statue attacks one creature within 5 feet of it, with a +11 bonus to hit and dealing 10 (3d6);{"diceNotation":"3d6

Yael's Ghost

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

possessing the weapon. Read or paraphrase the following boxed text to the players: The translucent image of a woman in her thirties wearing plate armor and bearing a thin scar on her cheek appears before

burning cottages, fields, and trees. A broken sign on the ground reveals the settlement’s name: Idyllglen. Shrieking townsfolk run from cackling, snarling demons and gnolls. The characters are transported into Lulu’s memory of Idyllglen near the west edge of Idyll Road (area I1 on map 4.2).

The Ultimate Sacrifice

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

choose not to try, read: Zariel grabs the sword by the blade and lets her fiendish blood cascade down its edge, snarling in pain. “With this final rite, I discharge my divine duty. Let my name be forever

The Ultimate Sacrifice If the characters have no other options for dealing with Zariel, one or more of them might be willing to give up everything in order to save the innocent people of Elturel

Blood in Borca

compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Shadows of Sithicus

Beginning the Adventure Read or paraphrase the following: Inza sent you into the mists in pursuit of the third shadow raven, and this time you emerged into a rain-soaked landscape. A road leads

through a pine forest, and in the distance, atop of steep mountain surrounded by cliffs, you see a castle. On the road before you, a carriage is surrounded by snarling wolves, with three dead guards

Arrival

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath

Arrival When the characters arrive at the tower, read the following boxed text aloud: A tall, ruined tower thrusts skyward from the summit of the crag. Its uppermost floor is blackened with soot and

structure. At the foot of the tower, two ruined arches open into the interior. The tower is unguarded, and the only person present is the wizard Gallio Elibro. Refer to “Dealing with Gallio Elibro” if the

Carapace Ridge

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

on map 10.1 is flexible but shouldn’t be more than a mile or two. Francesca Baerald Map 10.1: Pandesmos Battlefield View Player Version Read the following to present the scene: You arrive on a

bear banners featuring a spider with a woman’s head. The forces surging from the redoubt are enormous spiders with the heads of wolves. The spider-wolves carry banners with snarling wolf heads. Four

Deft Explorer

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything

Deft Explorer 1st-level ranger feature, which replaces the Natural Explorer feature You are an unsurpassed explorer and survivor, both in the wilderness and in dealing with others on your travels

your skill proficiencies. Your proficiency bonus is doubled for any ability check you make that uses the chosen skill. You can also speak, read, and write two additional languages of your choice. Roving

Top Card: The Challenge

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things

ability checks (though another character can help, at your discretion). Whatever choice or challenge you decide the top card represents, the characters’ success or failure while dealing with that situation determines how you read the bottom card.

Exit, Pursued by an Owlbear

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

Exit, Pursued by an Owlbear After the characters have all had a chance to take part in the performance, read or paraphrase the following: The crowd roars with laughter and the festival appears to be

Exam event of the term, any character who aced that Exam has advantage on all attack rolls during this encounter. At the same time the characters are dealing with the owlbear, the other performers and

Preparing for Battle

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

Preparing for Battle When the characters and people of Vogler arrive at High Hill, read the following description: Passing through woods and fields, Vogler’s parade of militia members and reenactment

are given wooden spears with padded tips to prevent them from dealing damage. The mayor reminds everyone not to use real weapons during the reenactment so nobody gets hurt. Mercenaries of the Ironclad

Hunting for Star Spawn

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

back to the Material Plane and imprison it inside one of the dimensional cells. While the characters are dealing with the monsters, Gallio tries to unlock the ruinstone from its pedestal. After 5

rounds, he grabs hold of the stone and tries to remove it by force. Read the following boxed text aloud when this occurs: Gallio screams from the top of the astral spire. A shockwave washes through the

The Moon Glade

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

the site, read the following: The Moon Glade is a secluded clearing, roughly eighty feet in diameter, with half that space taken up by the pool of water at its center. Huge ancient trees around the

. Inscribed Stones. Anyone able to read Druidic can read the writing on the stones, all of which makes reference to divination and magic. The stones of the pool were brought here by visiting druids using

16. Wongo's Tomb

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

16. Wongo’s Tomb A deep pit opens up at the entrance to this tomb, with a stone sarcophagus resting at the bottom. A snarling monkey-like creature decorates the sarcophagus lid. Beyond the pit, three

buttons on the sarcophagus lid have been pressed, read: The stone sarcophagus turns to transparent crystal, revealing a mummified monkey-like creature within. Clutched in its desiccated claws is a

Lost Wyrmling

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle

Lost Wyrmling When the characters have proven themselves trustworthy and competent by dealing with the zombies, the myconids, and the shipwreck, Runara decides it’s time to confide in them. She

summons them to the temple (area A5). Read the following text when the characters arrive: Elder Runara smiles as you approach. “I have something to show you,” she says. There’s a flash like a silent stroke

After the Exchange

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

workshop explodes, causing area F8 to cave in and dealing 70 (20d6) bludgeoning damage to any creatures still in that room. Death from Above Olivier Bernard The pitiless red dragon Grisdelfawr delights in

moments of the explosion, Grisdelfawr begins circling over the misty gulch (area F1). When the characters exit the forge, read or paraphrase the following text: As you exit the tunnel mouth, a blood

Purple Worm Attack

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

Purple Worm Attack As the altercation between the Ashen Heirs and the Brightguard comes to a head, read or paraphrase the following: Stone cracks and people scream as a massive, spiked worm erupts

fleeing crowd and scattered debris make the entire square difficult terrain. Map 11.1: three sun squareView Player Version Dealing with the Boomhailers The purple worm thrashes its head as it rampages

Need a Lift?

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

Need a Lift? Jas (neutral evil changeling; see chapter 6) approaches the characters in the guise of Sergeant Vilroy sometime after they leave Mithral Tower. Read or paraphrase the following boxed

real Sergeant Vilroy and flubs any sustained questioning. If the characters realize they’re not dealing with the real Sergeant Vilroy and confront the changeling, Jas leaps out of the skycoach, uses a

Starting the Adventure

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

to know each other before this scene, but it’s fine if they do. Once the players are ready, read or paraphrase the following text: The sun sinks low in the west, stretching shadows across the well

, read the following text: The sound of racing hooves rises like rolling thunder from the direction the fallen rider emerged. Two more riders round the bend, both wearing dark tunics. The fading light

Entering the Village

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

Entering the Village As the characters progress into the village, read the following: In the distance, a slender figure tends to the wounded villagers, who respond with heartfelt gratitude. As the

thanks for dealing with the bounty hunters, Rufina invites the characters to the tavern for refreshments and rest, and happily helps acquaint the characters with the area. Rufina Formerly a human, Rufina

Random Encounters

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

not carrying light sources, they can try to hide from these Barovians, who carry pitchforks (+2 to hit) instead of clubs, dealing 3 (1d6) piercing damage on a hit. Barovian commoners rarely leave

least one character has a passive Wisdom (Perception) score of 16 or higher, read: You see a dark figure crouched low and perfectly still, aiming a crossbow in your direction. If more than one scout

4. True Entrance

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

the incorrectly placed cube, dealing 18 (4d8) lightning damage to any creature within 20 feet of the door. A mage hand spell can be used to place the cubes from farther away and avoid this damage. A

detect magic spell or similar effect reveals an aura of evocation magic around each of the cavities. If the characters place the cubes correctly, read: The nine cubes flare with light, then disappear

The Wink and Kiss

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

to talk business and invite them to join her. When the characters meet Nareen, read: A server leads you to a private room in the back of the Wink and Kiss. Inside is a dark-haired human female with icy

that she can take them to where the orb is, or send someone to fetch it. Rival Seller When the characters conclude dealing with Nareen, matters take a new turn. Haliyra Ravenfast (female Illuskan human

Dealing with Bazelsteen

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

Dealing with Bazelsteen Engine oil covers this horned devil, which constantly chews on a shard of smoking, red hot coal. Bazelsteen is more interested in machines than creatures and is willing to

weapon swap, armor upgrade, or magical gadget. Test Run 221 If the characters accept Bazelsteen’s terms, read or paraphrase the following boxed text to the players: Bazelsteen takes you to a rusty barge

2. Hunting Kennel

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

spell or a successful DC 20 Strength check; hammering on it brings the occupants over to open it, but they might be a surprise. When the door opens, read: The door opens and the smell of rotting flesh

, the troll rends the target, dealing an extra 2d6 slashing damage. Treasure Trepsin keeps some items for himself. These include six ermine pelts (100 gp each), three fox pelts (25 gp each), and the

Something Fishy in Town

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath

Something Fishy in Town After dealing with the members of the Cult of Talos, the characters should be in a hurry to get to Leilon and see what is happening. Approaching the Town. By following the

, use the following read-aloud text to describe the situation: The progress on the town’s rebuilding has been slow, it appears. The holes for a palisade have been dug, but only a few logs are in place

2. Hunting Kennel

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

spell or a successful DC 20 Strength check; hammering on it brings the occupants over to open it, but they might be a surprise. When the door opens, read: Trepsin The door opens and the smell of

two or more claws hit the same target, the troll rends the target, dealing an extra 2d6 slashing damage. Treasure Trepsin keeps some items for himself. These include six ermine pelts (100 gp each

A5: Groth the Wicked's Experiment

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

A5: Groth the Wicked’s Experiment The characters likely enter this room after dealing with Groth in the previous cave. When they enter this room, read or paraphrase the following: In this small room

Goblin

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

Goblin KARL KOPINSKI Whether sniveling in fear, cackling with mad laughter, or snarling in a fury, goblins are wretched and inconsequential — at least in the eyes of most of Ravnica’s other folk

. You can speak, read, and write Common and Goblin. In Ravnica, Goblin is a simplistic language with a limited vocabulary and fluid rules of grammar, unsuited for any sophisticated conversation.

19. Obo'laka's Shrine

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

carved with images of snarling bears with long, sharp claws. The shrine to the trickster god Obo’laka (represented by a zorbo) contains one of nine puzzle cubes needed to enter the Tomb of the Nine Gods

characters enter this room via the pool, read: A full moon is carved on the ceiling here, directly above the pool. The walls are decorated with reliefs of the Omuan people carrying out daily chores

Ambushed Thri-Kreen

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

against the griffon. Roll initiative. The characters can drive off the griffon by dealing damage to it or by succeeding on a DC 18 Charisma (Intimidation) check. If they don’t drive it off, the griffon

guides the characters across the eastern extent of the Llanos, growing more excited as he recognizes familiar terrain. Read the following description when the characters reach the plains near the bend

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