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Variant Aasimar

Species Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)

This aasimar variant originally appeared in the Dungeon Master's Guide as an example for creating your own races. Whereas tieflings have fiendish blood in their veins, aasimar are the descendants of

celestial beings. These folk generally appear as glorious humans with lustrous hair, flawless skin, and piercing eyes. Aasimar often attempt to pass as humans in order to right wrongs and defend

Yuan-ti Pureblood Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

; Elminster The serpent creatures known as yuan-ti are all that remains of an ancient, decadent human empire. Ages ago their dark gods taught them profane, cannibalistic rituals to mix their flesh

advisor in human society. The very rare offspring of such a union are always purebloods, although they may appear fully human at birth and for several years afterward. The yuan-ti know rituals that

The Church of the Silver Flame

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

The Church of the Silver Flame The Silver Flame The Silver Flame is force of light holding foul demons at bay. Those who seek to defend the innocent from evil may draw on the power of the Flame

light, while templars defend them from evil. Eberron is a place where supernatural evil is a very real threat. Demons possess the innocent. Vampires lurk in the shadows. Aberrations can emerge from

Location Overview

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

possible. Three anchorites — Flenz, Narux, and Yargath — defend the hill. When not performing rituals in the circle of standing stones, they patrol the surrounding woods, forage for food, and lurk in caves

Location Overview The reclusive anchorites of the Circle of Thunder gather on this hill to make sacrifices to Talos the storm god. In stormy weather, the anchorites also perform rituals to summon

Regarding Dragons

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

campaign, consider the following changes and additions. Draconic Influence In this variant, the Dragon Highlords are also interested in the power that the elemental nodes represent. They dispatch

forces to help the cultists defend themselves, but also to secure the elemental nodes when the time is right. Draconians These corrupted offspring of good dragons are tainted by elemental power in the

Running the Encounter

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy

Running the Encounter Use the following guidance for running and resolving the encounter between the characters’ hammerhead and the githyanki ship. The Battle Begins Using the side initiative variant

only one ballista attack each round. The rest of the crew—six githyanki pirates using the bandit stat block, but which are resistant to psychic damage—leave their stations to defend the ship, taking the characters on in combat. See appendix C for the squid ship’s layout.

30. Natural Cavern

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

their lizard mounts as prized pets. These docile reptiles have saddles, reins, stirrups, saddlebags, and the Spider Climb trait (see the “Variant: Giant Lizard Traits” sidebar in appendix A of the

also helps defend the main cavern if it comes under attack. If that happens, she sends the troglodytes into melee combat while she and the drow attack at range.

Chamber Purpose

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

summoning creatures used to investigate or defend the portal 40–41 Crypt where the remains of those that died guarding the portal are kept 42–47 Dining room 48–50 Divination room used to investigate

faithful can sit in quiet contemplation 15–24 Central temple built to accommodate rituals 25–28 Chapel dedicated to a lesser deity associated with the temple’s major deity 29–31 Classroom used to

Quest: Official Errands

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

of the keep. It was once the site of strange rituals. Some say it still is.” (True) Elandra the Adviser The castellan’s trusted adviser, an elf woman named Elandra, operates in one of the

is an affront to all that is good.” (True) “Anyone can pledge to defend the keep. Talk to Andrella in the inner gatehouse if you’d like to join the keep’s defenders.” (True) Winvarle the

The Fetid Gaze

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

hags: Saeth, a cambion, was recruited by Dread Morgan in exchange for a gift of unusual components and secret rituals that he intends to put toward his own evil and ambitious plans one day. Saeth

Monster Manual. Morty, a hell hound, belongs to Auntie Greenbones and is her loyal pet. The fiend never leaves her side and fights to the death to defend her. Vile Sazha hates Morty almost as much as

Fortitude

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Sigil and the Outlands

weather in Fortitude is always pleasant and predictable, pacified by the Storm Lords who defend the town’s planar gate. Beehive Boutique Part salon and part fashion store, the Beehive Boutique

experience, patrons can visit the second floor, where the Beehive’s proprietor—a mind flayer arcanist (a variant mind flayer) that uses a disguise self spell to appear as a grinning human cosmetician named

25. Auvryndar Hall

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

. Fifteen drow guards are scattered throughout the room. They defend this chamber to the death. Giant Lizards. Two giant lizards fitted with saddles, reins, and stirrups are parked in the southeast

corner. These docile reptiles are used as mounts by the drow scouts in area 25b and have the Spider Climb trait (see the “Variant: Giant Lizard Traits” sidebar in appendix A of the Monster Manual

Returned

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

go through half-hearted parodies of life, impeded by distraction and ennui. Despite this, even the most languorous Returned defend themselves if threatened and might be pressed into the service of

attacks. Shortsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3) piercing damage plus 10 (3d6) poison damage. VARIANT: RETURNED KAKOMANTIS Although the dead typically

Daoine Gloine

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Laboratory of Kwalish

driven out. The city’s only resident is Kwalish, but the inventor has developed potent defenses to defend the entrance to his lab. The following locations are identified on the map below. View

does not control it. If still active, the kraken’s tentacles work to defend its engine. Kwalish developed a process of using living and undead creatures as a control module for powerful constructs

Factions of Gracklstugh

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

laird, who rules over his or her own holdings and directs the clan in dedicating its efforts toward a particular trade or craft. A caste of priests called thuldar officiate all rituals and record the

Underdark, but isn’t aware of the threat’s danger or extent. The giants will rise to defend Gracklstugh if any demons dare to invade, but they are unaware of the danger creeping into the city from

Factions in the North

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

Underdark. A hill giant chief with a headband of intellect performing rituals that can transform people into pigs. The Emerald Enclave The Emerald Enclave is a group of wilderness survivalists who

mercenaries to those who can’t defend themselves. The Kraken Society Far from being a benevolent faction, the Kraken Society is a group of spies, smugglers, slavers, and assassins. Only the society’s

Fortress Level 1

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

is forced open, one of the sahuagin immediately moves toward the west wall to ring the gong, while the remaining guards defend the entrance. If this creature is slain or otherwise prevented from

exit to the north. The sahuagin here prepare to defend themselves. Two sahuagin stand guard in this room. They attack intruders attempting to enter the fortress. The pulley mechanism is described in

Mortuary Basement Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel

drawer in area M4. M3: Possessions Room This storage room houses objects confiscated from the dead. Two poltergeists (variant specters) put on a macabre puppet show for an audience of three slack-jawed

hollow voice, “Dinner is served.” Heralds of Dust enjoy their last meals in this lavish hall before undergoing necromantic rituals. The table is set for the number of characters in the party. Kingsley

Death House Locations

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

secret door lies area D9. D9: Secret Room This secret room contains bookshelves packed with tomes describing Fiend-summoning rituals. Trapped Chest. An unlocked treasure chest stands against the

walls. Kent Davis Death House's reliquary is home to lurking monsters as well as components used in the Durst family's rituals D36: Prison The alcoves here feature chains ending in shackles attached

Vault Locations

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

occupy this grim chamber, ready for deployment at a moment’s notice. Unless the soldiers have been called elsewhere to defend the vault or perform drudge work, the garrison contains sixteen skeletons

humans). A seventh veteran is resting in the tent to the north and rushes to help their allies when a fight breaks out. The veterans defend the keep with their lives, knowing that to do otherwise

Spaceship Locations, Level 3

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

offspring here while it hunts. The baby aurumvoraxes use the badger stat block. They are indifferent toward the characters but defend themselves if necessary. When the aurumvoraxes notice the characters, they

and scatter if approached. S57b: Thri-kreen Forest. Five thri-kreen and their leader, a psionic thri-kreen (a variant thri-kreen), hide in the canopies near this snaking pathway. The character with the

Lower Palace Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

. Unfinished Letter. The letter in front of Kalimanzaros reads as follows: Dear Rotten Ethel, You have requested access to ancient rituals handed down by Baba Yaga herself—rituals that can be used to

fulfill bargains. I regret to inform you that Iggwilv is unwilling to share her knowledge of these rituals with you at this time. Your coven has much work to do to earn her favor. Until then, she

Cragmaw Castle Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

are always getting into fights, they don’t pay attention to noise in areas C2 or area C3. However, they’re quick to defend their tower if any intruders appear, or to respond to an alarm raised by the

worth 180 gp and 150 gp, respectively. Lhupo decided the items were of suitable quality for her unnamed rituals. C10: Postern Gate On the south side of the old castle, an overgrown path leads to a

Traveling to Phandalin

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

determination) earns the curse. If the characters attack Carkuss, he doesn’t defend himself, hoping that they slay his miserable form so his soul can be free. The Riddle. After initial interactions with

reveal the “unique rituals” Hoobur knows, which can show up as treasure in the adventure or be something that the characters can learn through research. Otherwise, just assume that like many classic

Haven Locations

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

destroyed. Opening the Door. Generations of the haven’s scholars bound themselves to defend the site beyond death. Three stone golems and a number of undead scholars (now mummies) protect the site, held in

magical stasis until a threat is detected. The masters of the haven once knew the rituals that would summon the keys held by the golems, allowing easy passage through the door to the great library. With

High Hall Cathedral

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

. The lever can be pulled to open the hand, so that offerings to Torm or bodies undergoing rituals can be placed upon it. Activating the Altar. Even with all that has happened in the city, this altar

that all citizens of Elturgard take when they’re old enough to read, swearing to defend Elturel body and soul. The rest of book is filled with signatures, all of which look like they were written by

Fortune's Wheel Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel

the casino. As she pockets the worms for use in dark rituals, Putrice is happy to explain how the luck-based machines work. A game of slots costs 1 razorleaf to play. When a participant inserts a

are indifferent toward the characters. Dealers abstain from combat but defend themselves if threatened. A mezzoloth pit boss watches over each group of tables, keeping an eye out for cheaters and

Delphi Mansion Locations

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

room now contains two psychic gray oozes (see the “Variant: Psychic Gray Ooze” sidebar in the Monster Manual) that mill about. They attack intruders on sight. Treasure. Characters who search the

Eldritch Surges table. Cloaked Figures. The cloaked figures are four neutral, human cultists who are taking notes on the eldritch surges that occur in this area. These cultists defend themselves if

Upper Palace Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

beanstalk in here is one result of this study; Zybilna’s quasit, Iggrik, pilfered and used a more potent variant of this potion to create the enormous beanstalk in area P17. Treasure. Characters who

. If the lamias are attacked, they defend themselves until at least one of them loses half of their hit points or more, whereupon they touch the mirror in this chamber and return to the Abyss. If the

Fortress Level 2

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

(Perception) check discovers a hidden compartment under the stone base of the shark jaws. The compartment contains twelve portions of rapture weed that the priestesses use in rituals (see the “Rapture Weed

sahuagin, while the two floating at attention are sahuagin champions (see appendix C). Two shell sharks (see appendix C) swim high above the throne; they are the pets of the baron and defend him if he

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