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Returning 23 results for 'stones of insect bards'.
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Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
Bards believe the cosmos is a work of art—the creation of the first dragons and gods. That creative work included harmonies that continue to resound through existence today, a power known as
the Song of Creation. The bards of the College of Creation draw on that primeval song through dance, music, and poetry, and their teachers share this lesson: “Before the sun and the moon, there
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Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
Bards believe the cosmos is a work of art—the creation of the first dragons and gods. That creative work included harmonies that continue to resound through existence today, a power known as
the Song of Creation. The bards of the College of Creation draw on that primeval song through dance, music, and poetry, and their teachers share this lesson: “Before the sun and the moon, there
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
in the art of stone singing can alter the pitch of the vibrations emitted by the individual stones, creating an effect similar to an assemblage of harp-playing bards. When the characters initially
15. Singing Stones This elevated cavern near one of Blingdenstone’s main residential areas holds a variety of rocks and crystals in the middle of its bowl-shaped floor. Svirfneblin minstrels skilled
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
Airship (area G12), 50 feet above the cavern floor. Treasure. Xabazhut sleeps on his hoard, which includes the following treasures: 300 PP, 4,500 GP, 15,000 SP, and 4,500 CP Three coral stones (worth
100 GP each) Two jet stones (worth 100 GP each) Two carnelians (worth 50 GP each) Three onyx stones (worth 50 GP each) Seven hematite stones (worth 10 GP each) Three obsidian stones (worth 10 GP each
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
agents include sophisticated bards, zealous paladins, talented mages, and grizzled warriors. They are chosen primarily for their loyalty and are experts in observation, stealth, innuendo, and combat
cold and rain, waiting for battle while hunger gnaws at their bellies? Many wish to reap the rewards of a good harvest, but few care to remove the stones and till the fields for planting.
“The Lords
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
standing stones to whisper primal secrets in Druidic. The circle’s wisest members preside as the chief priests of communities that hold to the Old Faith and serve as advisors to the rulers of those
, freedom of movement 9th conjure elemental, scrying Desert Druid Level
Spells
3rd blur, silence 5th create food and water, protection from energy 7th blight, hallucinatory terrain 9th insect
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
, Shoor Vandree is also here with her. Ilvara is furious if anyone dares to enter her quarters unbidden. If the characters catch her here, she casts web, conjure animals, or insect plague to bedevil
, and inlaid with semiprecious stones. It is worth 50 gp if the characters can find a buyer for it. The chest contains a variety of silken garments and personal items. There is a silver chain headdress
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
standing stones to whisper primal secrets in Druidic. The circle’s wisest members preside as the chief priests of communities that hold to the Old Faith and serve as advisors to the rulers of those
terrain
9th
insect plague, wall of stone
Forest Druid Level Spells 3rd
barkskin, spider climb
5th
call lightning, plant growth
7th
divination, freedom of movement
9th
commune
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules
. These Druids meet within sacred circles of trees or standing stones to whisper primal secrets in Druidic. The circle’s wisest members preside as the chief priests of their communities. Level 3: Circle
Tree Stride Tropical Land Druid Level Circle Spells 3 Acid Splash, Ray of Sickness, Web 5 Stinking Cloud 7 Polymorph 9 Insect Plague Level 3: Land’s Aid As a Magic action, you can expend a use
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
College of Creation One bard’s song of creation is the score to another person’s nightmares.
Tasha
Bards believe the cosmos is a work of art—the creation of the first dragons and gods. That
creative work included harmonies that continue to resound through existence today, a power known as the Song of Creation. The bards of the College of Creation draw on that primeval song through dance
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within
constantly, and locations within drift like flotsam on a dark sea. The River Avalon and the King’s Highway—an overgrown route of misaligned stones—enter the forest, but within the woods they circle
smiling and report those suspected of secretly being bards. Those who transgress are sent to the Faith Hold. Ruins of Eckham The peasants of Eckham rebelled against their harsh treatment. Elena claimed
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything
a rest in the region must succeed on a DC 12 Charisma saving throw, or it gains no benefit from finishing the rest. It instead finds strange scrawls, stacked stones, or its belongings arranged in
intricate, abstruse patterns nearby. 19–27 Local plants and animals share a malevolent intelligence. Roll a d6. On a 1–2, an insect plague spell is centered on one random creature in the region. On a 3–4
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a5
are set like oversized stepping stones.
Demonic Faces. The mouths of these relief carvings are the source of the magical breeze. Insect Floor. The floor is 2 feet below the level of the doors and
filled completely with dead insects along with occasional bones, making it difficult terrain. Pit Traps. Scattered through the room, hidden beneath the blanket of insect bodies, are several pit traps
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
preserved holy water. Each font holds the equivalent of four flasks of holy water. T3: Tower Monitoring Two long consoles jut from the walls of this room, covered in levers, colored stones, and dull glass
inset with glowing crystal bands run along the north side of this room. Between the columns stand two still, insect-like constructs. Sporadically, lightning arcs between a column and one of the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player’s Handbook
comprises mystics and sages who safeguard ancient knowledge and rites. These Druids meet within sacred circles of trees or standing stones to whisper primal secrets in Druidic. The circle’s wisest
9 Tree Stride
Tropical Land Druid Level Circle Spells
3 Acid Splash, Ray of Sickness, Web
5 Stinking Cloud
7 Polymorph
9 Insect Plague
Level 3: Land’s Aid As
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
be with. Stories of Hanali’s romantic adventures among elves and other mortals are perennial favorites when sung by elf bards and poets. In Arvandor, Hanali maintains a hidden pool called Evergold
least a century. More than a few elves claim to have experienced this benefit, and the truth of it is attested by many bards — sometimes in all earnestness, sometimes with a knowing wink. Priests of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Descent into the Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth
of the cave.
Two hideous giants squat near a circle of hefty stones enclosing a crackling fire. Above the roaring flames, a charred giant insect rotates slowly on a spit.
Two fomorians inhabit
taken from the chamber turn out to be flat stones and obvious counterfeits. L18: Black-Water Lake The river flows into a flooded cavern, creating a small lake. The surface of the water is glossy and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Quests from the Infinite Staircase
. Two piles of filthy hides and skins form beds at the far end of the cave.
Two hideous giants squat near a circle of hefty stones enclosing a crackling fire. Above the roaring flames, a charred giant
insect rotates slowly on a spit.
Two fomorians inhabit this cave. The beds, fire pit, and utensils are all sized for Huge creatures. The fomorians are cruel, violent, and bored. When the giants
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon Delves
clasps an Instrument of the Bards (Ollamh harp), which she acquired in her youth. Taking the harp, plucking one of its strings, or removing the glass key from around Yemi’s neck ends the Sequester spell
, bronze, copper, and gold dragons (worth 2,500 GP each) by the renowned dragonborn painter Zaemon Vedrak Pearl-studded, clamshell-shaped music box (worth 750 GP) Sending Stones Talking Doll that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault
stones (250 gp each). He also carries the key to area B28. B26: Lounge The walls of this chamber are draped with silk, and its floor is festooned with cushions. A fountain in the room’s center burbles
here when he isn’t conducting business in area B25 or entertaining visitors in area B26. Treasure. The lyre is an instrument of the bards (Cli lyre) decorated with carvings of phoenixes. Jarazoun
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries
Strength (Athletics) check. The cabinet contains twelve sticks of incense (5 gp each), several candles, a bowl of polished stones, and an amethyst pendant inscribed with an open eye (500 gp). The
mummy lord with these changes:
She has the clairvoyance, dimension door, and scrying spells prepared instead of animate dead, guardian of faith, and insect plague.
While her heart remains in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal->a1
) check reveals humanoid footprints, as well as rat tracks of unusually large size. The footprints lead down the stairs. Among the rubble is an old ring of stones that contains (and is covered by) the
chamber. Most of the rusty iron hooks in the ceiling are empty, but a few hold the skinned carcasses of large vermin, huge fungoid stalks, and several massive insect carapaces. On a small, battered
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
tricks with good humor. Copper dragons are particularly fond of bards. A dragon might carve out part of its lair as a temporary abode for a bard willing to regale it with stories, riddles, and music. To
a copper dragon, such companionship is a treasure to be coveted. Cautious and Crafty. When building its hoard, a copper dragon prefers treasures from the earth. Metals and precious stones are