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Axe of the Dwarvish Lords

Magic Items Dungeon Master’s Guide

A young dwarf prince set out to forge a weapon that would be regarded as a symbol of unity among his people. Venturing deep under the mountains, deeper than any dwarf had ever delved, the prince came

Hammer. With these tools, he forged the Axe of the Dwarvish Lords. Armed with the Artifact, the prince brought peace to the dwarf clans, ending grudges and answering slights. The clans became allies

Axe of the Dwarvish Lords Legacy

Magic Items Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

Seeing the peril his people faced, a young dwarf prince came to believe that his people needed something to unite them. Thus, he set out to forge a weapon that would be such a symbol. Venturing deep

under the mountains, deeper than any dwarf had ever delved, the young prince came to the blazing heart of a great volcano. With the aid of Moradin, the dwarven god of creation, he first crafted four

Chwinga Astronaut

Monsters Spelljammer: Adventures in Space

your hand or somewhere else in your space (your choice). Once used, this charm goes away, but the tools remain. Chwinga Chwingas are tiny elemental spirits that adapt easily to any habitable

attract a chwinga to a particular creature vary. A chwinga might like the way a certain creature walks or the way it combs its hair, or be smitten by its ability to play music or to eat copious amounts of food.

High Fae Impostor

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

mischievous manipulators who delight in disguising themselves with magic to vex other creatures. Their reasons for deception vary, ranging from harmless pranks to malicious infiltration. When a high fae

one another. Most high fae remain secluded deep within the wilds of Eldraine. They draw power from motes of light found throughout the wilds, and they use their innate illusory magic to power and

Korolnor Scepter

Magic Items Storm King's Thunder

their materials and properties vary. The Korolnor Scepter is a tapered mithral rod as thick and long as a dwarf’s forearm, with a small platinum knob at the bottom and a rounded disk adorned

Whelm Legacy

Magic Items Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

first make an attack roll with Whelm, you develop a fear of being outdoors that persists as long as you remain attuned to the weapon. This causes you to have disadvantage on attack rolls, saving

to destroy goblins and giants or to protect dwarves. Whelm has ties to the dwarf clan that created it, variously called the Dankil or the Mightyhammer clan. It longs to be returned to that clan. It

Tabaxi Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

tabaxi rarely stay in one place for long. Their innate nature pushes them to leave no secrets uncovered, no treasures or legends lost. Wandering Outcasts Most tabaxi remain in their distant

stories, artifacts, and lore. Those who survive this period of wanderlust return home in their elder years to share news of the outside world. In this manner, the tabaxi remain isolated but never ignorant

Hobgoblin Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

but is nearly destroyed, the handful of members who remain are welcomed into another banner, taking their banner’s name and colors along with them, and assuming places of leadership in the group

each other with immediate hostility. Only a truly great warlord can force legions to work together as an army if Maglubiyet has not called forth a host. Hobgoblins have a code of honor. Its details vary from legion to legion, but it’s always brutal. — Volo

Human Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

single elf or dwarf might take on the responsibility of guarding a special location or a powerful secret, humans found sacred orders and institutions for such purposes. While dwarf clans and halfling

. Human physical characteristics, though, vary according to the ancient migrations of the earliest humans, so that the humans of the Silver Marches have every possible variation of coloration and features

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

. These tenets vary from tribe to tribe, and are often based in events that the tribe has experienced. Here are a few examples: If a dwarf or a human invokes its god upon dying, you must carry the

for survival in the material world, but to keep Maglubiyet at bay in the conflict on the planes. Her children will remain in her care, and if need be she wouldn’t hesitate to take to the field

Genasi Legacy

Species Elemental Evil Player's Companion

, while those of air or fire tend to be lighter. A given genasi might have some features reminiscent of the mortal parent (pointed ears from an elf, a stockier frame and thick hair from a dwarf, small

up to the Sword Coast, and into the Western Heartlands to the east. Some remain in their ancient homeland. In contrast, water and earth genasi have no common history. Individuals have difficulty

Soul of Winter

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

insists that they remain in their quarters, a cramped chamber below deck, during the voyage. The crew consists of thirty dwarf guards, all of whom remain aboard Soul of Winter during the adventure, since

Soul of Winter Manned by a crew of sturdy dwarves, Soul of Winter is a sailing ship run by her captain, Wolgar Windrune (LN male dwarf veteran). To keep the characters from impeding his crew, he

Axe of the Dwarvish Lords

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

Axe of the Dwarvish Lords Weapon (battleaxe), artifact (requires attunement) Seeing the peril his people faced, a young dwarf prince came to believe that his people needed something to unite them

. Thus, he set out to forge a weapon that would be such a symbol. Venturing deep under the mountains, deeper than any dwarf had ever delved, the young prince came to the blazing heart of a great volcano

Gauntlgrym

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

the city’s defenses, and to remain vigilant for new threats gathering in the dark depths of the world. King Bruenor might offer the triumphant heroes noble titles and positions of power in his kingdom

in the hope of enlisting their aid against the troubles to come. The adventurers might get the opportunity to earn those titles all over again when an Underdark army marches on the dwarf kingdom, determined to claim Gauntlgrym and the power of the primordial bound within its Great Forge.

Currency

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

precious metal. With the collapse of the kingdom of Galifar, each of the Five Nations began to mint its own currency, along with the Mror bankers. However, while the designs imprinted on these coins vary

wealthiest citizens of Khorvaire, and the average peasant might never see such a coin. A number of other coins remain in circulation, such as the double crown of Breland (2 cp) and the silver throne of

10. Dining Hall

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

seriously, which means they all but ignore the adventurers unless the characters attack. If the devils are questioned politely, they tell the characters only that they were ordered to remain here. They

admit that their master is Varram, and speak of great treasure down the stairs to the south. The dwarf has been gone for some time, but they have no idea what happened to him. If the devils are

13. Grand Vestibule

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

pillar is carved to look like a scowling dwarf with bulging muscles that supports the column’s upper third on its broad shoulders. Blue sapphires glitter in the dwarves’ eyes. Double Door. The doors

emit a somber tone. As the horn sounds, the spirits of thirteen dwarf warriors appear in unoccupied spaces throughout the hall and attack all other creatures in the area. These unaligned spirits use the

10. Dining Hall

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

seriously, which means they all but ignore the adventurers unless the characters attack. If the devils are questioned politely, they tell the characters only that they were ordered to remain here

. They admit that their master is Varram, and speak of great treasure down the stairs to the south. The dwarf has been gone for some time, but they have no idea what happened to him. If the devils are

Gold Dwarves

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

, gold dwarves tend to be more optimistic than their shield dwarf cousins, but they’re still standoffish and prideful as only a dwarf can be. They believe their race’s stable history is the result of their

attentiveness to tradition, and have little doubt that the future of the gold dwarves will be just as peaceful, if they remain true to their customs and principles. Gold dwarves have the racial

Beholders

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

only thing it fears is that it might be wrong.” — Valkara Ironfell, dwarf sage Xenophobic Isolationists. Enemies abound, or so every beholder believes. Beholders are convinced that other creatures

are around. The disdain a beholder has for other creatures extends to other beholders. Each beholder believes its form to be an ideal, and that any deviation from that form is a flaw. Beholders vary

Part 3: The Spider's Web

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver

seek out an orc encampment near Wyvern Tor and chase the orcs away from the area. Sildar Hallwinter wants the characters to find Cragmaw Castle, search for Gundren Rockseeker, rescue the dwarf, and

retrieve his map. Each of these possible quests has its own section in this part of the adventure. The characters can remain in Phandalin long enough to rest up and purchase supplies. When they’re done, have them pick a storyline to investigate, then set out for the appropriate destination.

The Mourning

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

crossed swords. But no one was prepared for the disaster that struck in 994 YK. Accounts of the Mourning vary. Some say that a blinding light engulfed the battlefield near the Saerun Road. Others say

the Treaty of Thronehold ended the Last War. But all of those questions remain unanswered. No one knows the cause of the Mourning or whether it could suddenly expand anew. Breland opened its borders to

Background

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

Background Gargosh Blusterhelm, a young shield dwarf from Mithral Hall, has made it his life’s quest to find the legendary axe Orcsplitter and present it to the elders of Clan Blusterhelm in the

. Gargosh’s other problem is the Harpers. That faction feels that the legendary axe should remain exactly where it is, hidden away and undisturbed, so that its power will not fall into the wrong hands. They

Events in Gauntlgrym

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

bring to life not just the faction representatives and the dwarf king in this chapter, but also highlight the personalities and goals of the characters and any NPCs who remain with them.

Location Overview

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak

Location Overview Umbrage Hill got its name after two feuding dwarf clans fought a pitched battle atop it. The cause of their umbrage is a tale lost to time, and only the cairns of the dead now

remain. The stone windmill on the hill is a later addition, but is still more than a hundred years old. Adabra Gwynn, a midwife and apothecary devoted to Chauntea (goddess of agriculture), resides here. A

Axe of the Dwarvish Lords

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

Axe of the Dwarvish Lords Weapon (Battleaxe), Artifact (Requires Attunement) A young dwarf prince set out to forge a weapon that would be regarded as a symbol of unity among his people. Venturing

deep under the mountains, deeper than any dwarf had ever delved, the prince came to the blazing heart of a great volcano. With the aid of Moradin, a god of creation, he first crafted four mighty tools

Denizens

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

Denizens Ten stone giants reside in Deadstone Cleft when the adventurers arrive, including Thane Kayalithica. With the exception of the giant in area 6, who checks on the roc, the giants remain in

pursue fleeing enemies but otherwise remain here. area 6 1 stone giant If the giant hears the roc screeching in area 2, it investigates. Otherwise it remains here. area 9 2 stone giants, 16 mountain

The Mists

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

The Mists Characters who remain outside the house can see the mists close in around them, swallowing up the rest of the village. As more buildings disappear into the mists, the characters are left

, everything within them is old and draped in cobwebs, and the floorboards groan underfoot. Ceilings vary in height by floor. The first floor has 10-foot-high ceilings, the second floor has 12-foot

Whelm

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

Whelm Weapon (warhammer), legendary (requires attunement by a dwarf) Whelm is a powerful warhammer forged by dwarves and lost in the dungeon of White Plume Mountain. You gain a +3 bonus to attack and

damage rolls made with this magic weapon. At dawn the day after you first make an attack roll with Whelm, you develop a fear of being outdoors that persists as long as you remain attuned to the

The Iron Tabernacle

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

been completely scavenged. Rebuilding Faith Shield dwarf priests have begun the long task of rebuilding, revitalizing, and restoring the Iron Tabernacle to its former glory. The area is vast, and its

halls are numerous and multileveled. The dwarf priests have restored many shrines and altars, and have cleared paths through the cracked and broken hallways to the Vault of Kings so that Bruenor can

Citadel Adbar

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

necessary for newcomers to get around safely. Beneath the citadel proper, miles of dwarf-sized caverns form a confusing maze that frustrates most non-dwarf visitors. These tunnels are what remain of the early

citadel’s Great Wheel, a most impressive sight even to a dwarf, is an ever-turning water wheel that provides power to keep Adbar’s foundries, mines, and other operations working at all times. Near the wheel

The Great Forge

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

, the forge echoed with the hammering and songs of a hundred smiths working at once. In time, it might do so again. It was the furnaces of the Great Forge that made this place the apex of the dwarf

Forge, which lies upon the bones of those unable to escape the collapse of bridges and walls. Other coils remain in place, and the furnaces to which they are linked burn as hot today as they did in

Orc Culture and Beliefs

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

have to meditate for hours or days to get a vision of its meaning. Every group of orcs has particular superstitions and recognizes certain omens. These tenets vary from tribe to tribe, and are often

based in events that the tribe has experienced. Here are a few examples: If a dwarf or a human invokes its god upon dying, you must carry the corpse’s ears for three days to ward off any retribution, and

The Emerald Enclave

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

survive. Living deep in the wilderness demands great fortitude and the mastery of certain fighting and survival skills. Down in the Underdark, far from the wild lands, the Emerald Enclave must remain

threaten all Faerûn — and by the time it does, it might be too late to stop it. Morista Malkin Neutral good shield dwarf scout Ideals: Loyalty, nature, the dwarven people Personality: Stern, stubborn

Introduction

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal

dared adventurers to enter his lair and recover them. A one-eyed dwarf spins tales of a castle that fell into the earth, and whose ruins stand above a subterranean grove dominated by a tree that spawns

shifts its location from a dismal swamp, to a searing desert, to some other forbidding clime in each telling. The key elements remain the same in each version of the tales, lending a thread of truth to

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