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Dungeon Master’s Guide
This gem contains a mote of elemental energy. When you take a Utilize action to break the gem, an elemental is summoned (see the Monster Manual for its stat block), and the gem ceases to be magical
. The elemental appears in an unoccupied space as close to the broken gem as possible, understands your languages, obeys your commands, and takes its turn immediately after you on your Initiative count
Magic Items
Dungeon Master’s Guide
. The DM can use a different stat block to represent the knight, as desired.
Moon. You gain the ability to cast Wish 1d3 times.
Puzzle. Permanently reduce your Intelligence or Wisdom by 1d4 + 1 (to
drawing this card, you can ask a question in meditation and mentally receive a truthful answer to that question.
Skull. An Avatar of Death appears in an unoccupied space as close to you as possible
Monsters
Ravenloft: The Horrors Within
control and has 10 Hit Points (use the Weretiger stat block). Success: The target is immune to Chakuna’s curse for 24 hours.
Scratch. Melee Attack Roll: +8;{"diceNotation":"1d20+8", "rollType
’s presence, creating the following effects.
Closing the Borders. While in her domain, Chakuna can close or open the borders to Valachan at will. While the borders are closed, shadowy beasts
Monsters
Ravenloft: The Horrors Within
of Ascension and the destruction of Castle Avernus. Since then, no one in Darkon has seen the Darklord, and his realm has begun deteriorating.
This stat block presents the Darklord as he was prior to
presence, creating the following effects:
Closing the Borders. While in his domain, Azalin can close or open the borders to Darkon at will. While the borders are closed, undead terrors fill the
Monsters
Ravenloft: The Horrors Within
manor, it doesn’t use its stat block—it requires a wielder to work its evil in the world.
Many who attempt to attune to the weapon are slain outright by its evil. Those who do manage to
. While in its domain, Ebonbane can close or open the borders of the Shadowlands at will. While the borders are closed, whirling blades of magic fly through the Mists surrounding the Shadowlands. A creature
Monsters
Quests from the Infinite Staircase
Specialization"}): 1, aerialist; 2, diplomat; 3, diver; 4, duelist; 5, medic; 6, sentry. This design determines certain traits in this stat block.
Lightning Overload. When the android takes lightning
android has one or more upgrades to help it excel at its intended functions, but all androids are capable of defending themselves with concentrated bolts of force up close or from a distance.
Despite
Monsters
Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse
save, or half as much damage on a successful one.A bronze scout seldom emerges from underground. Its telescoping eyestalks observe foes at close range while most of its segmented body remains buried
malfunction to its stat block. You can select randomly or choose a pair of modifications that fit the temperament of the clockwork’s builder.
Clockwork Enhancements
d10;{"diceNotation
Magic Items
Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
(for either attuned creature), you can command it in the following ways:
Open or close the hatch (no action required, once per turn)
Move the servant up to its speed (no action required)
As an
action, you can command the servant to take one of the actions in its stat block or some other action.
When a creature provokes an opportunity attack from the servant, you can use your reaction to command
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within
the following details: Domain. This initial section introduces the domain, its unique horrors, and notable locations. Darklord. The domain’s Darklord, their stat block, effects they create within their
domain, how they close their domain’s borders (see the introduction), and details of their lair appear here. Adventures. This section provides guidance on creating adventures in the domain, a campaign outline, and short adventures. This chapter concludes with an overview of additional domains.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
close and contentious election. The child of half-orc adventurers, he was adopted by Shaelen Masthew, the previous speaker, who retired from her leadership role but still lives in Termalaine. Oarus
stat block) and 4 veterans. Heraldry. The open-mouthed head of a fish at the bottom of a sky-blue field, its jaws parted as it swallows a large rose-pink oval. The oval is a tourmaline, symbolic of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
Elemental Gem Wondrous Item, Uncommon This gem contains a mote of elemental energy. When you take a Utilize action to break the gem, an elemental is summoned (see the Monster Manual for its stat
block), and the gem ceases to be magical. The elemental appears in an unoccupied space as close to the broken gem as possible, understands your languages, obeys your commands, and takes its turn
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within
. Darklords have supernatural influence over their domains. A Darklord can close their domain’s borders (see “Closing Domain Borders” below) and create other effects. Darklords Are Active. Darklords might
. Most don’t suspect the nature of the Domains of Dread or the Dark Powers. Closing Domain Borders. Darklords can close the borders of their domains at will. When this occurs, the Mists become
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
Danger in the Streets Astral blights roam the streets. Members of the local militia (use the guard stat block) try to hold the blights at bay long enough for unarmed civilians to flee the vicinity
. If the characters stay in a single location for longer than 1 minute, 1d6 astral blights (see the accompanying stat block) converge on their location and attack them. The following events occur as the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Travelers The characters encounter one or more travelers (use the commoner stat block) with a tale to tell: Forest: 1d6 hunters or trappers who heard something big moving through the forest and ran
shepherds guiding the remnants of their flock to safety after a harrowing hill giant encounter
Mountains: 1d4 prospectors or miners who had a close call with some frost giants or stone giants and were
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
, while the left side appears human. He has a frog’s foot in place of his left hand and a taloned crow’s foot where his right foot should be. He has the Spider Climb feature (see the mongrelfolk stat
flutters about madly, screaming nonsense. Marzena Belview is skittish and afraid of everyone and everything except for Clovin Belview (area S17), whom she allows to come close enough to feed her
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
draconians and two Dragon Army soldiers draws near (see appendix B for both stat blocks). The draconians are hooded and look like Humanoid soldiers from afar, but a character who engages in melee combat
with them discovers their true nature. If attacked, one draconian attempts to flee to camp and raise an alarm. Use more draconians to prevent the characters from drawing close to the camp. Even if the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
dragonnels (see appendix B for both stat blocks) manage to get past Kalaman’s walls. The riders throw alchemist’s fire onto the city as they circle overhead. Characters on the wall can turn a
close, the death dragon has already used its Cataclysmic Breath to kill four Kalaman soldiers, transforming them into zombies. Draconian Assassins While the characters are at the Trade Gate command post
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
the dingy is a human youngster in danger. Changing course to save the ship delays the characters’ arrival in Grakenok (see the “Arriving in Grakenok” section). The characters might be traveling close
occupant eventually fade from view and don’t reappear. Whirlwyrm Spotted A giant splash reveals another whirlwyrm (use the giant crocodile stat block) swimming near the characters. If sailing characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
the dingy is a human youngster in danger. Changing course to save the ship delays the characters’ arrival in Grakenok (see the “Arriving in Grakenok” section). The characters might be traveling close
occupant eventually fade from view and don’t reappear. Whirlwyrm Spotted A giant splash reveals another whirlwyrm (use the giant crocodile stat block) swimming near the characters. If sailing characters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
Clean-Up Crew Dran Enterprises keeps a close watch on Acquisitions Incorporated operations. Whenever an Acq Inc franchise fails, Dran Enterprises swoops in to make a hostile takeover of the assets
cleanup crew in any area close to the entrance. As you step through the door, two hobgoblins pause, staring at you with a mix of anger and confusion. One wears an oversized tank on her back with a hand
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
’ initiative count, they move toward the characters. If they get close enough, they make melee attacks. The zombies’ stat block contains the information you need to resolve these attacks. If all the
: Review the zombie stat block in appendix B. Use the initiative rules to determine who acts first, second, third, and so on. Keep track of everyone’s initiative count on your notepad. On the zombies
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Intro to Stormwreck Isle
count, they move toward the characters. If they get close enough, they make melee attacks. The zombies’ stat block contains the information you need to resolve these attacks. On each character’s
: Review the zombie stat block below. Use the initiative rules to determine who acts first, second, third, and so on. Keep track of everyone’s initiative count on your notepad. On the zombies’ initiative
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
. “Fresh faces are always welcome in Camp Greenbriar!”
The sloth is named Razak. He uses black bear stat block, with the following adjustments: Razak is neutral good. He has a climbing speed of 10
uses the empyrean stat block, with the following changes: Its creature type is Construct (Titan). Its Maul attack is a Slam instead. It automatically knows when it hears a lie. Wrath questions any
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
Boo’s Astral Menagerie for the astral elf and plasmoid stat blocks). The Dark Star Ship-to-Ship Battle See chapter 2 of the Astral Adventurer’s Guide for rules on ship-to-ship engagements. Captain
star moth gets close enough to use its mangonel (at long range). Once that happens, Sartell orders her ship to turn about and close with the astral elves as quickly as possible to minimize the Dark
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse->Turn of Fortune’s Wheel
. “Fresh faces are always welcome in Camp Greenbriar!”
The sloth is named Razak. He uses black bear stat block, with the following adjustments: Razak is neutral good. He has a climbing speed of 10
uses the empyrean stat block, with the following changes: Its creature type is Construct (Titan). Its Maul attack is a Slam instead. It automatically knows when it hears a lie. Wrath questions any
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
Harrowing Hunts Domenico Cava A Harrowing Hunt The Grim Harrow keeps a close eye on the planar portals contained in a glass tower within the Gardens of Decay known as Death’s Aperture (see the
chapter 21) that function as spies and messengers, along with harrow hounds (this stat block appears later in this chapter) who find and track prey. Once the hunt begins, the Undead move as quickly as
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Book of Many Things
the knights of the Solar Bastion; the nonplayer characters named here also appear in the Solar Bastion Contact table below, and the stat block for Sir Jared is presented at the end of the chapter
identity is up to you. It might be someone close to Gundra, whose loss prompted Gundra’s retirement. Or it might be the soul Hilarion tried to rescue before founding the Solar Bastion centuries ago
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
or more upgrades to help it excel at its intended functions, but all androids are capable of defending themselves with concentrated bolts of force up close or from a distance. Despite an android’s
designs suited for its role (choose or roll a d6): 1, aerialist; 2, diplomat; 3, diver; 4, duelist; 5, medic; 6, sentry. This design determines certain traits in this stat block.
Lightning Overload. When
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
, with the two groups blaming each other for every worksite mishap and grievance. They flee into the tomb if threatened, but fight with picks and shovels if cornered. Each worker uses the cultist stat
in area 2. They know certain command words that magically compel the hulks’ obedience. The handlers carry long hooked poles to prod the hulks, and which are also enchanted to magically open and close
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
the door to area B19. The cottage’s doors and trapdoors are made of moldy wooden planks, many of which are swollen and warped; consequently, they often get stuck in their frames or refuse to close
common among them are her lornlings (use the quickling stat block in appendix C). These tiny creatures look like miniature versions of Bavlorna. They are quick and flit about the cottage at her bidding.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
players specifically stated they were remaining close to the demon lord. Demogorgon has been wounded during the fight, giving the characters an edge in the battle to come. Apply the following penalties
to the Demogorgon stat block in appendix D: Demogorgon has 290 hit points remaining and can’t regain hit points due to the disruptive nature of Vizeran’s faerzress-empowered ritual. He has only one
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
feeds on the innocent is the worst of all evils and must be destroyed.” Bond. “I’ve known little of family, but I hold those I care for close, and one day I’ll consider them a family of my own.” Flaw
. “I go where angels fear to tread.” Adventures with Ez d’Avenir Use the statistics of an assassin to represent Ez, or you can use her stat block from Curse of Strahd. Consider the following plots
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
Item, Uncommon
This gem contains a mote of elemental energy. When you take a Utilize action to break the gem, an elemental is summoned (see the Monster Manual for its stat block), and the gem ceases
to be magical. The elemental appears in an unoccupied space as close to the broken gem as possible, understands your languages, obeys your commands, and takes its turn immediately after you on your
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
them shouts. “La Paloma pays for her crimes this day!” Without hesitation, they attack.
Seven bounty hunters (use the scout stat block) shoot from behind the waist-high wall, which grants them half
cover against anyone attacking from the other side. They draw shortswords if the characters close for melee. If three of the bounty hunters fall, the survivors quickly retreat to their nearby riding
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
as they try to escape Kollema Hall; use one or more of the college apprentice stat blocks in chapter 7 to represent them. Any characters in the infirmary are among the first people the delirious
students rush onto the second floor and seek to escape, attacking anyone who comes close, while yelling things like “Stay back, monster!” and “Help, they’re trying to kill me!” The resulting scene descends