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Oracle

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

directly, be it with dramatic manifestations or direct possession of their servant. Although a deity’s words might be steeped in metaphors, should a god wish to make their intentions clear, they

often find dramatic ways to make their thoughts known. Interpreters of Signs. Oracles possess unparalleled experience in divining godly whims from cryptic visions and mundane forces. Those who receive

Aasimar Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

;provides guidance to the aasimar, though this connection functions only in dreams. As such, the guidance is not a direct command or a simple spoken word. Instead, the aasimar receives visions, prophecies

receives visions and guidance from celestial entities via dreams. These dreams help shape an aasimar, granting a sense of destiny and a desire for righteousness. Each aasimar can count a specific

Young Deep Dragon Legacy

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

skin, especially around the head and neck. Their wings are attached to their front legs and can fold in close to the body, allowing deep dragons to easily maneuver through relatively narrow tunnels

labyrinth of my thoughts. 3 I might disagree with other dragons, but we are superior beings and should not lower ourselves to direct conflict. 4 I have no interest in going to the surface world

Deep Dragon Wyrmling Legacy

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

wings are attached to their front legs and can fold in close to the body, allowing deep dragons to easily maneuver through relatively narrow tunnels. Deep dragons often hoard secrets, delighting in

other dragons, but we are superior beings and should not lower ourselves to direct conflict. 4 I have no interest in going to the surface world. It’s where one sends one’s servants

Mercenary Veteran

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

called the Chill. Unlike most of their kind, the Chill refrains from raiding the people of the North and maintains relatively good relations so that they can hire themselves out as warriors. Few city

a crude sense of humor. 8 I face problems head-on. A simple, direct solution is the best path to success. d6 Ideal 1 Greater Good. Our lot is to lay down our lives in

Ancient Deep Dragon Legacy

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

attached to their front legs and can fold in close to the body, allowing deep dragons to easily maneuver through relatively narrow tunnels. Deep dragons often hoard secrets, delighting in knowledge of

dragons, but we are superior beings and should not lower ourselves to direct conflict. 4 I have no interest in going to the surface world. It’s where one sends one’s servants. 5

Adult Deep Dragon Legacy

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

attached to their front legs and can fold in close to the body, allowing deep dragons to easily maneuver through relatively narrow tunnels. Deep dragons often hoard secrets, delighting in knowledge

dragons, but we are superior beings and should not lower ourselves to direct conflict. 4 I have no interest in going to the surface world. It’s where one sends one’s servants. 5

Keranos's Champions

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

Find a long-lost artifact that bestows oracular visions upon the user. 5 Defeat the champion of another god in a battle of wits (perhaps Phenax, Mogis, or Klothys). 6 Find and restore a

lost art form, arcane technique, or crafting method for the glory of Keranos. A Keranos Campaign A campaign focused on champions of Keranos might involve acquiring oracular visions, unraveling a

Oracle

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

manifestations or direct possession of their servant. Although a deity’s words might be steeped in metaphors, should a god wish to make their intentions clear, they often find dramatic ways to make their thoughts

known. Interpreters of Signs. Oracles possess unparalleled experience in divining godly whims from cryptic visions and mundane forces. Those who receive divine omens (such as those presented in

Dream of the Blue Veil

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

to eight willing creatures within range fall unconscious for the spell’s duration and experience visions of another world on the Material Plane, such as Oerth, Toril, Krynn, or Eberron. If the spell

reaches its full duration, the visions conclude with each of you encountering and pulling back a mysterious blue curtain. The spell then ends with you mentally and physically transported to the world

Aasimar Guides

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

in dreams. As such, the guidance is not a direct command or a simple spoken word. Instead, the aasimar receives visions, prophecies, and feelings. The angelic being is far from omniscient. Its

Build Your Group

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

characters in your group might have different relationships with your patron, though; consider some or all of these roles for your characters: Agent. The Agent doesn’t receive direct communications

patron. The Visionary might hear the patron’s voice in dreams, see waking visions that convey the immortal’s will, or interpret signs in accordance with prophecy. Different backgrounds might suggest

Archives

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

library’s intuitive ability to direct visitors to where they want to go — or to where the library thinks they need to go. Accessing the Records The library keeps its records on stone and crystal slabs

carved into the stone. These records contain only what the librarians were able to write down. Even with their network of messengers and informants, and the visions they receive using the powers of

Mind Flayer Thralls

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

psionic ability to send visions to a humanoid shaman, causing it to proclaim the mind flayers as emissaries of the gods. With that ruse in place, the “gods” then dictate strict rules that cause some

to use humanoids as thralls, since they have a good balance of physical attributes and proper anatomy. Animals, in contrast, require a lot of direct oversight and lack the ability to use tools to help

Ancient Being

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

perhaps you work as its direct agents, enacting its will. Whether you chose this arrangement or were tricked into it, you can count on the strange resources of your benefactor as long as you serve its

scroll. Research. Relying on an ancient being’s network of contacts, the being’s vast collection of lore, or perhaps the being’s direct teaching helps you unearth hidden secrets. If you can contact

The Xanathar Guild

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

constantly wary of betrayal. The only allies it considers relatively safe are individuals that it (or its predecessor) has worked with for years, and most of these are creatures it has no reason to fear

, the Xanathar is able to efficiently supervise and direct the efforts of many creatures at the same time. It holds sway over a dozen specialized lieutenants. Each lieutenant is responsible for operating

Roots of Bathalang Puno

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

emanate from four green, blister-like growths entangled amid the great tree’s roots. Whether the creature is alone or the dragon hunters are present depends on whether the characters found a direct

intense corruption where the bakunawa suffered years of nightmares. A creature that enters that area or starts its turn there is overwhelmed by visions of the burning of Bathalang Puno and must succeed on

Daask Campaign Themes

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

Kell, described earlier in this chapter. Do the Daughters simply want to ravage their enemies? Or, guided by the oracular visions of Sora Teraza, are they actually working toward some greater good? For

powers in Sharn, or pursue ancient artifacts in the ruins below the city to keep them out of others’ hands. Dreamlily is relatively safe; dragon’s blood is not. Its effects are intentionally unpredictable

Bladesinging

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

Attack action on your turn. Moreover, you can cast one of your cantrips in place of one of those attacks. Song of Defense Beginning at 10th level, you can direct your magic to absorb damage while your

. Styles that focus on the use of a hafted weapon, such as an axe or hammer, have been grouped together as bird styles, yet they vary wildly. All relatively new styles, they use weapons not typically favored

Cult of the Black Earth

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

overpower foes with direct assaults, although if they have the opportunity to undermine defenses or attack from below, they unhesitatingly put their skill at tunneling and mastery of burrowing

Heartlands, Marlos felt drawn to the desolate Sumber Hills by troubling dreams and visions. A long stairway beneath a ruined monastery brought him to an ancient cavern with a hideous altar, upon which lay a

Helm's Hold

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

evil in your heart, or if there is the whiff of something otherworldly about you, ride on. You’ll find no sanctuary there. Places and People of the Hold Helm’s Hold is still a relatively small

hiring adventurers to explore the tunnels deep under Helm’s Hold for some clue of what those visions might portend.

Side Quests

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

chapter 2). Explore the Aldani Basin. Inete (LG female Chultan human acolyte of Savras) has had disturbing visions of red-robed wizards operating a secret base somewhere in the Aldani Basin. The head of her

Mbala. She can direct you to that which you seek.” Then he collapses, unconscious. When he awakens moments later, Eshek has no memory of the last 12 hours aside from a driving need to find people

Enemies All Around

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

by creatures it can catch in the open, including the travelers that enter and exit the place. On occasion, this state of (relatively) peaceful coexistence is shattered when a devious rival dragon with

workers and now seek to capture them rather than devour them. Giants don’t launch direct attacks on dwarven strongholds except under extraordinary circumstances. Their size is a great disadvantage in

Tomb Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

creature that enters the area and can see normally is overwhelmed by multiple visions of itself. Each creature that passes through this area must succeed on a DC 20 Dexterity saving throw or accidentally

the dais is a sun blade placed there by Valin. It came into her possession years before, after she had received two visions about it—one in which she used the weapon to slay a great enemy, and one in

The Infernal Machine of Lum the Mad

Magic Items Infernal Machine Rebuild

bones. You have vulnerability to radiant damage, and you have disadvantage on attack rolls while in direct sunlight. 09 You summon a unicorn that obeys your commands. If you give a command that

feet of you over the previous hour. You are distracted by voices and visions, forcing you to succeed on a Wisdom saving throw every 4 hours or gain one level of exhaustion. 15 You understand all

Class Training

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

around me — entities no one else could perceive. I sought out the druids to help me understand the visions and communicate with these beings. 6 I have always felt disgust for creatures of unnatural

I want through sneakiness rather than direct confrontation. 6 I’m a sucker for a shiny bauble or a sack of coins, as long as I can get my hands on it without risking life and limb. Sorcerer d6 I

Communication

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

a more direct meaning beyond simply “weal” or “woe.” You can use omens to nudge the characters to an adventure location, to lead them to an oracle who lives far from the polis, or to hint at the true

. Dreams and Visions When mortals sleep and dream, they are said to “visit Nyx.” During this time, mortals are particularly susceptible to divine contact. A god might communicate with a sleeping mortal

Mr. Dory's Warehouse

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

(thugs) approach the characters to ask their business, and to direct them to Birsk Chumwell in area D2 if they ask odd questions or seem suspicious. If they see anyone trying to enter the loft (area D3

foul crimes. Still more scraps of parchment contain scribbles and crude drawings of tentacled monsters — mad visions induced by Dory’s connection to the Whisperer. If the characters saw the drawings on

Sword in the Shadows

compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Legends of Greyhawk: Secrets of the Free City

are always unfocused and dart rapidly, as if seeing something no one else dares to see. What They Want. Life hasn’t been kind to Onella, and she views her visions of prophecy as both a blessing and

herself and her family. Ambition and Drive. She is constantly exploring new business ventures and expanding her network to pursue more opportunities. 3: River Quarter Watch Station Re-direct to

The Dark Seldarine

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

drow are more susceptible to her lure at such times. The matrons also direct the raiders to flee back underground if any of their number hear music they find appealing, such as a parent’s lullaby or

of Vulkoor. Those who are familiar with his name consider him one of the weakest of the Dark Seldarine, a subordinate of Lolth who is disregarded by the other gods. Both visions of Vulkoor might be

Brimstone Hold Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

of its magically binding employment contract prevent Nebukath from taking direct action against Vrakir, his forces, or his property (for example, by attacking the hold’s defenders). If Nebukath

and cracked, and the room’s walls are veined with narrow fissures that disappear into darkness. The Book of Vile Darkness If the characters had a relatively easy time getting here, add two

Tower of the Heavens Locations

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

relatively simple and businesslike. Once a question has been asked, Lurg asks for a mandatory “donation” of 100 gp, no matter what the question is. One of his tower hands then collects the payment. Once

, Cipolla and Porro silently direct the hands to attack. Meanwhile, the sages flee toward Piyarz in the scholars’ hall (area T17), where they can more freely use their magic. Once there, Cipolla or Porro

Fortress Level 2

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh

weed has a 1 percent chance of instead becoming incapacitated for the duration of the plant’s effect. During this time it experiences terrifying visions of an enormous shark devouring great amounts of

wandering patrol, which arrives in 1d6 + 1 rounds. A direct attack is likely to wipe out a party that tries to kill the entire royal group; the characters’ mission was designed as a reconnaissance effort

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