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bred by empathy that helps them eventually sort out those who are sincere from those who are not.
Verdan Names
The oldest verdan names spring from goblinoid traditions, but more recent names reflect
The verdan owe their existence to chaos. Descended and transformed from a large clan of goblins and hobgoblins, those who became the verdan were simply living their lives, doing goblinoid things. But
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Verdan Names The oldest verdan names spring from goblinoid traditions, but more recent names reflect the character of the different cultures these folk have encountered since coming out into the
sunlight. When a group of verdan live near dwarves, they might take on more dwarven-sounding names, only to change those names when they wander into a human area. A verdan is also not hesitant to change
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within
Darkon Domain on the Brink of Destruction
Darklord: None
Genres: Dark fantasy and disaster horror
Hallmarks: Fractured realm, magical ruins, ongoing supernatural catastrophe
Mist Talismans
: Ashes of a corpse, coin stamped with Azalin Rex’s face, tainted spring water
Aligned Tarokka Card: Necromancer
Opposed Tarokka Card: Donjon
Pam Wishbow Darkon is a sprawling realm of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
child when their family left Vermeillon, so their knowledge of the forgotten village is clouded by time and the hazy memories of the very young. They remember the disaster at the mine, bits of
. “Gossip nourishes me like a spring rain, but I hate to hear or pass on bad news.” Ideal. “People are like flowers: Some grow best when left alone, others must be carefully cultivated—and some need to be
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
Darkon Domain on the Brink of Destruction Darklord: None Genres: Dark fantasy and disaster horror Hallmarks: Fractured realm, magical ruins, ongoing supernatural catastrophe Mist Talismans: Ashes of
a corpse, coin stamped with Azalin Rex’s face, tainted spring water The domain of Darkon has failed. Across the land, ageless monuments and magical wonders crumble before the Shroud—the Mists turned
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
retreated to their homes while several bounty hunter guards have set an ambush for anyone coming down the road, crouching low and hiding behind the wall near the archway. A character who is looking for
as the characters advance or attempt to fall back from the arch, the bounty hunters spring their ambush: Seven figures spring up from behind the wall, aiming longbows at you.
“Clear out!” one of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
great forge called the Forge of Spells, where magic items could be crafted. Times were good, and the nearby town of Phandalin prospered as well. But disaster struck when bandits swept through the
his agents followed the Rockseekers to their prize. The Spider wants Wave Echo Cave for himself, and he’s taking steps to make sure no one else knows where it is. Julio Reyna The road to Phandalin is often dangerous
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
whether a spring is pure or tainted, creatures might need to drink the water to experience the spring’s effects, simply touch the water, or bathe in it for a minute to trigger an effect. Bottling an
enchanted spring’s water removes its magical properties, unless the bottle is a specially prepared vial blessed by whatever being enchanted the spring in the first place. Enchanted Spring Enchanted
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
its woodcutters and trappers. Thirty years ago, the eruption of Mount Hotenow to the north devastated Thundertree. In the wake of the natural disaster, a plague of strange zombies swept over the area
steep hill, upon which stands a stone tower with a partially collapsed roof and an adjoining cottage. A dirt road hugs the base of the hill and wends its way between old stone houses, many of which are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
the forest, wealthy from the work of its woodcutters and trappers. Then thirty years ago, the eruption of Mount Hotenow to the north devastated Thundertree. In the wake of the natural disaster, a plague
middle of the settlement, rises a steep hill, upon which stands a stone tower with a partially collapsed roof and an adjoining cottage. A dirt road hugs the base of the hill and wends its way between
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
became a settlement in the first place thanks to a drinkable spring that fed a sizable pond ideal for watering horses, oxen, and pack mules. An east-west trail meets the Long Road at the pond, running west
Red Larch Red Larch has been an important stop on the Long Road for two centuries now. Named for a distinctive stand of red larch trees that were cut down when the hamlet was founded, Red Larch
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
involving the organ grinder, his pet monkey, a leprechaun, and a great quantity of brambleberry wine. The organ grinder’s mind was swapped with his monkey’s, but the jest turned to disaster when his body
door might spring open on its own, a guard might fall asleep, or a silent, spectral monkey resembling Ernest might appear and reveal the shortest route to freedom. This is a tool to help the characters out of a tight spot and can be used only once per group.
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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath
. They now watch the rebuilding of the town with caution, hoping that the reconstructed tower does not bring similar disaster. When the characters first arrive at the town (after securing it during the
attempt to build docks for barges, made to cross the marsh and meet merchant ships in the sea.
Outside of town, a settler camp nestles under the trees alongside the High Road. At the center of town, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
the road from Meletis known as the Guardian Way, the ruins of a round tower lie beside a rushing stream. This marks the greatest extent of ancient Setessa’s reach. A site of rich natural beauty, with
lilacs growing along the riverbank and silver fish darting in startlingly clear water, it is abandoned by Setessa and favored by travelers as a resting point on the road before coming under the eaves of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
could handle. Calling forth a demon and failing to rein it in is a capital crime in most drow communities — an uncontrolled demon often spells disaster not only for the drow who pulled it from the Abyss
that became trapped in Lolth’s web? Or do they spring directly from the queen herself? Regardless of their origin, yochlols respond to the will of Lolth alone. No other demon or demon lord can command
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
lead a long road journey than an experienced cavalier with a reliable mount? As a cavalier, you’re one of the best warriors around for protecting less hardy allies, even off your mount, making you a
, providing a boon to your franchise’s standing in the community. Any franchise could do worse than having you as its public face — especially when your sense of quiet resolve is needed to quietly resolve some unexpected business disaster.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer
heart) being turned to creative pursuits after years of violence in the Last War. “When towers rise from rubble.” These words could be a general reference to buildings rebuilt after a disaster, or
line, with notable scions arising from a family in decline; their “reaching to the sky” could reflect their lofty aspirations or their literal piloting of an airship. “Embers spring to life.” Hope
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Day as a marking of the midpoint of the cold season, with hard times still ahead, but some of the worst days now past. Greengrass. The traditional beginning of spring, Greengrass is celebrated by the
living by traveling road or sea set out immediately following the holiday, before winter comes on in full force and blocks mountain passes and harbors. The Feast of the Moon. As nights lengthen and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Locations A - D Amphail Amphail lies north of Waterdeep on the Long Road. The town is named after one of Waterdeep’s early warlords, who is said to haunt the surrounding hills in spirit form
Long Road. It’s clear that the giants mean no harm to the townsfolk. If the characters defeat the giants or drive them off before they can grab food, Tylandar Roaringhorn (NG male Chondathan human noble
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
from a main road toward a narrow canyon. The canyon widens into a small, secluded vale with meadows dotted with spring-fed ponds and stands of trees. The valley is home to a reclusive community of
soldiers from a nation bordering the mountain range travels the road. A captain (use the gladiator stat block) leads two knights and six guards. All the soldiers are lawful neutral. Their orders are
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
the Rauvin Road, where the Rauvin and Surbrin rivers meet. Rivermoot’s wood-frame dwellings are built on stilts because the rivers swell during the spring and flood the ground around them. The
large contingent of its City Guard here, using a nearby barracks as the base for outriders who infrequently patrol the road north as far as Amphail and south to Waterdeep. Yondral Horn (N male shield
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
world than it does with the giants themselves. These adventures might be disaster stories, where characters might help bystanders escape. The source of the disaster might be a conflict between two giants
the sigil sequence for a teleportation circle. 4 An enormous stone archway is carved with symbols that, when touched in the correct sequence, activate a portal. 5 A strange map shows a road where no
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
Goal 1 Locate a dungeon or other site of interest (roll on the Dungeon Goals table to find out why). 2 Assess the scope of a natural or unnatural disaster. 3 Escort an NPC to a destination. 4 Arrive at
of strange occurrences in a haunted house or other location. 11 Interfere with the operation of a business. 12 Rescue a character, monster, or object from a natural or unnatural disaster. 2. Identify
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
the young remorhaz bursts out of the snow and ice nearby. Iron Road Once a prominent thoroughfare built by the dwarves of Besilmer, the Iron Road remains one of the few visible relics of that bygone
kingdom. Most of its stones have been stolen or buried under grass, weeds, and earth. Today, the Iron Road is nothing more than a wagon trail with small patches of interlocking stones here and there
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
no cost to you. Extraordinary Opportunity Ralph Horsley A hero’s Bastion hosts a spring festival to which everyone is invited Your Bastion is given the opportunity to host an important festival or
of your choice at no cost to you. The magic item must be a Potion or Scroll. Refugees A group of 2d4 refugees fleeing from a monster attack, a natural disaster, or some other calamity seeks refuge in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
going through tough times. Mercenary Camp Along the road north of Vogler, a mile past High Hill, lies a mercenary camp. Known as the Ironclad Regiment, the soldiers here are under the command of Captain
, and the villagers might even become like family to them. Later in the chapter, when Vogler suffers disaster, the characters should feel the loss of Vogler’s destruction, wanting to save the villagers
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Nations 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
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Long Road. After all, cloaks and boots wear out just like wagon wheels, and anyone trudging for tendays on the road in raw spring weather or bitter winter cold soon comes to value warm garments very
of the Long Road, just south of the inn’s stable yard, stands what looks like a grand stone mansion. Two wide wooden doors painted with the symbols of many gods stand open day and night. Inside is a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
massage? Haircut? A shave or pedicure? Oh! Road-tired feet simply cry out for comfort! Whatever your pleasure, I am here to serve.”
The lobby is staffed by the disguised cambion Saeth (see “Coven Minions
checks or the one she likes best (a purely subjective choice on her part). T5. Bath and Hot Spring A floor of polished white marble surrounds a large central pool of steaming turquoise water in this
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
children (noncombatants) of various ethnicities. T1. Market Square and Tower The center of Triboar, where the Long Road meets the Evermoor Way, is a huge open space used as a market by local farmers and
successful DC 20 Dexterity check. T7. Ransor’s Open Road This establishment once sold feed and caravan supplies, as well as the services of caravan guards. Its owner passed away many years ago, and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
A Detour to Neverwinter Before the characters leave for the lighthouse, or while they are on the High Road traveling toward Neverwinter, Omin Dran makes contact with a “small favor.” Neverwinter is
located on the High Road on the way to the Silent Sound lighthouse, so is an easy stop for the party to make. Head Office assignments of this sort can become common in an Acquisitions Incorporated
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
the afternoon to meet with the abbot and submit a daily report. Strog has a pleasant, easygoing demeanor, and the abbot likes him despite his obvious shortcomings. G10. Freshwater Spring Northwest of
the brewery is a natural spring that bubbles up to form a small lake. A river flows gently eastward, then northward, then eastward again, passing under two arching, moss-covered stone bridges before
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
into Candlekeep stands at the end of the Way of the Lion, which is the only road that provides access to and from the outside world. The route extends from Beregost, leagues away, and winds a lonely path
facility that draws water from the natural spring beneath the keep. On the other side of the baths is the Hearth, a great eating-place and social hall for seekers, which has shrines to Deneir, Gond
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
gets its name from the thousands who died in the flood. Travelers on the High Road, which skirts the Mere to the east, must resist the urge to be lured into the swamp by bobbing will-o’-wisps
natural rampart along the west and south sides of the settlement, protecting it against flooding when the Surbrin River swells in the spring. At the northeast end of Mornbryn’s Shield is a small stone keep