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Half-Elf Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

Flint squinted into the setting sun. He thought he saw the figure of a man striding up the path. Standing, Flint drew back into the shadow of a tall pine to see better. The man’s walk was

-Elf Variants Some half-elves in Faerûn have a racial trait in place of the Skill Versatility trait. If your DM allows it, your half-elf character can forgo Skill Versatility and instead take the elf trait Keen Senses or a trait based on your elf parentage:

33. Illusion Classroom

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

trickling fountain’s stony protrusions. Tiefling. Standing next to the fountain is a male tiefling wizard with long horns and golden robes. (This figure, like its surroundings, is illusory.) The

19). The first time an attempt to dispel the illusion fails, all creatures in the room are targeted by a weird spell (save DC 22) as the surroundings transform to reflect each target’s worst nightmares.

Finding Nim's Creation

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

magnificent feast laid out on golden platters sprawls atop a mahogany table of exquisite craftsmanship. Even the doilies are something to behold. Standing behind it all with wine glass in hand is a well-built

Jarlaxle’s curiosity. He doesn’t know much about them (yet) and wants to determine whether they pose a threat (they don’t). To win them over, he shares the following information over dinner and wine: The

Beholders

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

beholder to float up and harry foes on the floor. As alien as their creator, the rooms in a beholder’s lair reflect the creature’s arrogance. It festoons its chambers with trophies from the battles it

has won, including petrified adventurers standing frozen in their horrified final moments, pieces of other beholders, and magic items wrested from powerful foes. A beholder judges its own worth by its acquisitions, and it never willingly parts with its treasures.

Life in Akharin Sangar

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

Life in Akharin Sangar Despite the rumors outside its borders, Akharin Sangar is markedly hospitable. By long-standing custom, every Sangarian is a potential host and must be prepared to entertain

emphasizes savory, sweet, and sour flavors. When households entertain guests and during festivals, kabobs and hearty stews infused with saffron grace dinner plates alongside beds of rice. Bakers stay busy

Dark Six

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

positive forces, the Dark Six are the source of fears. Arawai and Balinor reflect the positive aspects of nature. The devastating storm, the earthquake, the wildfire? These are the work of the Devourer

phenomenon: long-standing cults that worship members of the Dark Six alongside the Sovereign Host. Most of you know of the Restful Watch, the priests who tend Vassal cemeteries. What you may not

Mysterious Visitors

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

to suit your campaign. Duchess Morwen of Daggerford is having guests for dinner—and you are invited. No strangers to Daggerford, you have come to the town’s defense on more than one occasion, and you

behalf. “If they don’t leave before dawn,” she says, “I’ll burn their wagons to the ground.” The characters are asked to deliver Duchess Morwen’s message immediately after dinner. The travelers are

Getting Players Invested

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

. A break episode can be an opportunity for the characters to reflect on the events of the ongoing campaign, explore the nuances of the world, and further develop the relationships between them in a

are invited to a sporting event, holiday celebration, fancy dinner, or ball. Vacation Getaway. The characters relax on a quiet beach, enjoy the comforts of a grateful noble’s villa, withdraw to a serene monastery, or while away the hours in a fairy hot spring.

Bad Time to Be a Zhent

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

boxed text to help set the scene, embellishing it to reflect the season: Ahghairon’s Statue is a well-known landmark in the city’s parkland cemetery: a tall, marble sculpture of a bearded, robed wizard

standing atop concentric steps and facing west toward the skyline of Waterdeep, his hands outstretched and a broad smile on his face. At the foot of the statue stands a female dwarf clad in plate armor

Random Encounters in Thither

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

to rub melted butter into its flesh and has promised it a hot bath before dinner. Kro’ah is gathering firewood but should be back soon! Persuading the campestri to leave the campsite requires a

successful DC 15 Charisma (Persuasion) check. After 1d4 + 2 minutes, Kro’ah the goblin (chaotic neutral) returns for his dinner. In addition to an armful of firewood, the goblin has an explorer’s pack

Ecstasy

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

materials, dot the idyllic landscape. Their origins unknown, the plinths are works of art: marble columns adorned with breathtaking sculptures, intricately carved wooden poles, natural standing stones

reflect their demeanors: a flamboyant, golden disc for the Lightcaller and a closed, silver helmet for the coolly distant Nightwhisperer. The circadian monarchs swap places at dusk and dawn, and

20. Drow Town

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

bugbear’s name is Blarg. The goblins’ names are Globby, Bootlick, and Earstabber. What’s for Dinner? The simmering cauldron contains a hearty stew of ripplebark fungus and troglodyte meat. 20b. T’rissa’s

replaced with the shadowy face of a giant spider obscured by smoke. The creature in the mirror is a projection of a yochlol demon in the service of T’rissa’s mother, Vlonwelv. If the figure standing

Star Forge Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Giants of the Star Forge

wear one of these rings like a bangle. Also within the pile is a stone medallion the size of a dinner plate, inscribed with the fire rune. A character can repair the cracked runestone in area 5 by

creatures of interest. 4: Island Path A wide dirt path slopes up the craggy island, connecting the shore to the south to a towering stone structure at the isle’s northern tip. Standing in the middle

Caer Locations (C10-C19)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

Caer Locations (C10-C19) C10. Servants’ Quarters This room is for servants to rest, bathe, and clean their uniforms, and the furnishings reflect as much. After taking over the castle, the cultists

bedchamber, including a soft bed, warm quilts, elegant tapestries, and a gilded chamber pot. Bars over the windows dispel the air of luxury somewhat, as does the guard standing just inside the door. A

Dragon's Pride Locations

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

. N4: Windfall’s Office The door to the office is locked and guarded by two pit fiends. Each pit fiend standing guard also carries a key to the office door for emergency purposes. Opening the door

musings of the Dragon Queen?” The facets of the sanctum’s walls reflect images of Tiamat’s eyes as she talks. Windfall regains 300 hit points but has the paralyzed condition due to Tiamat’s magic as

Roleplaying a Giant

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

cloud giant possesses, the higher its standing. It’s as simple as that. Almost. Ownership is one thing, but wealth that’s kept locked away means little. To fully contribute to one’s status, wealth must

instead wear exquisite masks made of precious materials adorned with gemstones. Each noble has a collection of these masks that it wears to conceal its face but still reflect its current mood; an

Murder Among Thieves

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

dinner every night or a perfectly moist muffin every morning. “I’ve got an idea!” Some pranks Miklos might suggest include swapping out the Silver Dragon Inn’s standard mugs with comically oversized or

. They must have been someone of high standing, because the Guild wants this handled internally and quickly. The Payout. There’s a huge reward for turning in the assassin. How much? So much. A lot. A

Black Cabin Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

. Any creature standing on the floor when it collapses must make a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw. On a failed save, the creature falls to the bottom of the gorge directly below this section of the cabin

considered telling you before, but you were particularly rude about the dinner I made last night. May the light of the Morninglord protect you, Copper When the characters find Copper’s letter, give

Vault Locations

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

can respond by standing before his sphere and speaking. When he does, his helmeted face manifests, but it’s composed of the sphere’s silvery goo. (For more about Lord Soth, see appendix B.) Unknown to

. A slope made of rubble connects this room to the white tower’s basement (area V14) 20 feet above. V14: Flooded Basement Several inches of standing water cover the floor of these ruined rooms. Rubble

Lost Spire Locations (P9-P16)

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

slipped past the basilisk can use the mirror to reflect the basilisk’s gaze. Treasure. Characters who search the room thoroughly find a chest behind the bed. The chest has been made invisible by a spell

enters the room, read: An illusory figure appears upside down in the far corner of the room, standing on the ceiling. It appears to be the same long-faced human wizard depicted in the statues just inside

Getting Around

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

entertainment options. The Classic Theater is its most popular venue, but Smoky Towers offers a wide variety of more exotic fare. Dinner theater, changeling burlesque, and other diversions can be found in Smoky

Families were those that received standing invitations to the first Tain Gala. Though the list has remained generally stable through the years, just last year Celyria expelled the ir’Moros family and

Upper Level Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves

bust of a bearded man rests on a pedestal in the northeast corner. Lit lanterns hang above the tables. The monks gather here twice per day—once for breakfast at sunrise and once for dinner at sunset

paraphrase the following: This unlit room contains three statues standing with their backs against the walls, forming a triangle. Each statue depicts a robed monk whose face is obscured by a sagging cowl. The

Cragmaw Castle Locations

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

Hall Wade Acuff The goblins who inhabit Cragmaw Castle often hold raucous, messy dinner parties The western portion of this large hall ends in a wall of rubble, but the remainder is still intact. This

. Four straw pallets line the east wall. The wall to the south has collapsed, but a boarded-up door in that direction is still standing. A door in better condition leads west, while a curtain hangs in

Villa Locations

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

. The tapestry weighs 5 pounds and is worth 150 gp. V9. Dining Room Thalamra Vanthampur and her sons gather here once a tenday for an always-tense family dinner. Read the following when the characters

-footed iron bathtub, and a fireplace. Standing in the middle of the room is Thurstwell Vanthampur, a frail and hateful forty-two-year-old man clutching an infernal puzzle box (see “Treasure” below). If

Locations in Saltmarsh

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

blessings of his clerics, dogging their steps with wretched weather until his attention is drawn elsewhere. Procan’s clerics reflect their deity’s chaotic nature. They seek omens of his moods in the

jump is usually not fatal; the water below the Leap is free of rocks, and it is a short swim back to dry land. 26. Temple of Procan Services at this long-standing sea god’s temple are well attended

The Seldarine

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

drink in a tavern or leave their dinner table in a slovenly condition, all in humble service to their god. Labelas Enoreth Even though elves live far longer than most other humanoids, they show few

pause and reflect rather than allow his emotions to rule him. Corellon can be resplendent with joy or shaking with anger, but a word or a look from Sehanine is enough to check or subtly alter

Cottage Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves

first time on a turn or that ends its turn there must succeed on a DC 10 Dexterity saving throw or have the Restrained condition until the end of its next turn. Taffy Puller. Standing against the north

reflect the fates of the confectioner and her long-lost brother. Treasure. The broom leaning against the desk is a Baba Yaga’s Dancing Broom. Stashed in the desk drawer is a rolled-up Spell Scroll of

Creating a Monster Stat Block

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

monster might be based on a real-world creature or a monster from myth, in which case its name might be obvious. If you need to invent a name, keep in mind that the best names either reflect the

elemental — Slippery Kuo-toa — Spellcasting Lich See step 13 under “Creating a Monster Stat Block.” Spider Climb Ettercap — Standing Leap Bullywug — Steadfast Bearded devil — Stench Troglodyte Increase the

Locations on the Second Level

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a6

Locations on the Second Level The following locations are identified on map 6.6. 1. Hall of the Dead This dark hall contains twenty huge sarcophagi standing upright against the walls, and four even

floor in the western half of the area is of porphyry, and the pillars are made of serpentine. Their well-polished surfaces reflect the strange light that permeates the place. The scenes on the west

Cave Locations

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

plan to get past the Undead guardians in this area. W13: Starry Cavern Glittering minerals in the ceiling of this large cavern catch any light and reflect it back to create the impression of a starry

enough to reach targets standing on the ledge, but creatures more than 5 feet from the edge are safe. The giant octopus pulls any creature it grapples into the water. A character who starts their turn in

House of Cards Locations

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

in this room, standing on the glowing Key card in the floor. Key. The Key card in the floor fills the room with bright light. Anyone touching the card knows it can be used to return home; any character

those within like fun-house mirrors. A door to the west shows the Gem card, while a door to the east displays the Sun card. Though they reflect like mirrors, the shimmering fields aren’t physical

Lower Palace Locations

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

thunderous boom that can be heard up to 10 miles away. Zybilna used this power of the table to emphasize her verdicts; she also exploited it to summon the jabberwock for its dinner. If the jabberwock

Storms (area P13). Running the length of this oblong room is a rug woven with images of thorny white roses. Each of the doors on the north and south walls has an alabaster pedestal standing inside the

Locations E - H

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

throughout the year. Above the ledges, dug into the cavern walls, are narrow crypts where the honored dead are placed, their frozen corpses propped up in a standing position. Map 3.6: Great Worm

forage in the wilderness. Those who dwell here are typically the elderly, mothers, and children. Each small cave at the base of the cavern holds 1d4 + 4 noncombatants, and standing atop the ledges

Fortress Level 2

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

inset with dark stones that reflect the chamber’s dim blue light. If the characters look into the chamber without interrupting the ritual taking place, read: Glowing symbols and strange designs are

accommodate two hundred sahuagin with space to spare, but at present the area is empty. The stone head in the semicircular niche in the center of the south wall is not clearly visible to characters standing

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