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Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
ice so cold it freezes anything it touches. Even the fumes that issue forth cause instant frostbite. At the volcano’s heart stands a glass statue of a haunting, androgynous figure offering a diamond
crown. None who have attempted to claim this strange gift have survived. Even the gods prove reticent to speak of the place, denying its existence or speaking of it with shame. The miracles and conflicts of the gods play out endlessly in the stars of Nyx
(TYLER JACOBSON)
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
be heralded by strange effects that afflict the area or the people in it a day or so before they strike the settlement. Gnoll War Band Name d6 Name Part 1 Name Part 2 1 Abyssal Harbingers 2 Dire
Creating a Gnoll War Band To include a gnoll war band in your campaign, or if you need to generate one quickly for use in an encounter, use the tables in this section. Roll on each one in turn to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
vicinity of Conyberry catch glimpses of Wyvern Tor to the south as they go. The tor was formerly the home of a large and dangerous nest of wyverns, but a band of bold adventurers dealt with the monsters
years ago. Though the wyverns never returned, other creatures lair here from time to time—including a band of orc raiders that set up camp a couple of months ago. Led by an orc named Brughor Axe-Biter
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
, leader of the Cragmaw band, who dwells in Cragmaw Castle. (The goblins can provide basic directions to Cragmaw Castle. It’s about twenty miles northeast, in Neverwinter Wood.) Capturing Gundren
being held in the “eating cave” (area H6). About fifteen goblins currently dwell in this hideout. Strange Goblins. Recently, strange goblins have sometimes joined the Cragmaws in their roadside ambushes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->One Grung Above
band of hunters. Quiet and methodical, b’Leep experiences a greater than average level of anxiety... EVERYWHERE. Constantly on the lookout for the tricks and traps of others, b’Leep has an almost
intuitive sense for dealing with strange locks and mechanisms, and is quite knowledgeable about the jungle and its dangers. He is extremely loyal to his siblings and b’Ang’r’Ang.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
perpetrated by a band of goblins, some displaying strange psionic powers. These goblins have been pursuing their goal in the background of previous chapters (see “The Goblins’ Story” below), and their
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tales from the Yawning Portal
speaks of strange, leering devil faces carved in dungeon walls that can devour an explorer in an instant, leaving behind not a single trace of the poor soul’s passing. A bald, stern wizard clad in blue
robes and speaking with a strange accent tells of a wizard who claimed three powerful weapons from a city on the shores of a lake of unknown depths, who spirited them away to a slumbering volcano and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Ogre Furious Tempers. Ogres are notorious for their quick tempers, which flare at the smallest perceived offense. Insults and name-calling can rouse an ogre’s wrath in an instant — as can stealing
, attacking anything that crosses its path. Only after an ogre has depleted an area of food does it move on.
Ogre Gangs. Ogres sometimes band together in small, nomadic groups, but they lack a
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
has a signature accessory. 3 Infamy. Your group is linked to an infamous crime, one that remains the talk of the town. 4 Idols. A certain type of person finds criminals alluring, and your band has
everyone knows the truth behind it. You’re part of that facade of legitimacy, but you have a reputation for getting away with (literal) murder. 6 Legends. You have an air of mystery, and people whisper that you command strange powers. True or not, this reputation keeps people out of your way.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
turn against them if they proceed. Paloma Paloma Paloma (chaotic good, gnome assassin) leads a band of revolutionaries in the borderlands around San Citlán. She was falsely accused of rustling
, defended herself from the unjust arrest, and was charged with attempted murder as a result. She fled to the Indigo Desert and joined an outlaw band, quickly climbing the ranks to become the leader. While
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
information because of the adventure hooks in chapter 1. Key clues from these hooks include the following: Best Served Cold: The character hears from tavern patrons in Red Larch that a band of
Rivergard Keep. Standing Offer or Strange Map: The character knows the location of the Sacred Stone Monastery. Suspicious Fellow: The character knows the location of Feathergale Spire and heard that Thurl
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
excitement, but others see monster attacks, strange incidents, excitement at roadside stops, meetings with NPCs, and the ever-present question of where the cult’s wagons are headed. You can pace these events
randomly. You can substitute a random bandit (daytime) or monster (nighttime) attack for any other event if a dose of instant action is needed. Experience point awards for these events are up to you. We
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
excitement, but others see monster attacks, strange incidents, excitement at roadside stops, meetings with NPCs, and the ever-present question of where the cult’s wagons are headed. You can pace these events
randomly. You can substitute a random bandit (daytime) or monster (nighttime) attack for any other event if a dose of instant action is needed. Experience point awards for these events are up to you. We
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
traditions, many Vistani travel between domains, learning much of hidden lands, the many faces of evil, and the strange wonders of the Mists. A people unto themselves, Vistani refuse to be captives of a
now are full-fledged members of Vistani culture (see the “Vistani Characters” sidebar for details). As they travel, members of a Vistani band walk, ride on horseback, and drive ledge wagons, stopping
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
will eventually culminate in his destructive ritual in chapter 6. Evidence of his magic persists in area W5. The strange energy of his magic has drawn creatures to the area around Wiltroot Hall and
approaching can make a Charisma (Deception) check, or a character who uses gestures and a calm voice to convince a mascot to wear the band can make a Charisma (Persuasion) check. The spirit statue in area W6
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
Phandalin when they stumble into a goblin ambush. They discover that the goblins (who belong to the Cragmaw band) have captured the characters’ friend—a dwarf named Gundren Rockseeker—and his escort, a human
banshee, to oust a band of marauders lurking at Wyvern Tor, and to investigate the ruins of the town of Thundertree. Several of these leads point to Cragmaw Castle—the stronghold of King Grol, leader of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sleeping Dragon’s Wake
temple called the Tower of Storms. Now a strange boat or dead creature seems to be beached near the tower. Investigate this strange occurrence, kill or rout any cultists that might be there, then return
.” If the characters undertake this quest, see “Bronze Shrine.” Iniarv’s Tower Quest “A band of brigands calling themselves the Chimera Crew has been attacking merchants on the road, stealing supplies
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
is killed. If the characters examine the cave walls, they find a strange, scrawled drawing on the northwest wall. The drawing crudely depicts a lanky goblin with a crystal jutting from its skull. The
depict their leader, Ruxithid, who is described more in chapter 5. Treasure. Brughor’s band plundered several homesteads farther north on their way to Wyvern Tor. An unlocked treasure chest in the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
suffused with immortal magic and memory. Ages later, the Dakra Isles—also called the Isles of Enchantment—harbor strange sights and fierce monsters. Thassa’s power makes it impossible to keep an
the day. Callaphe and her crew were welcomed there and fed by a band of Nyxborn centaurs when a storm drove them to the island, then found themselves stranded on a barren rock when the sun rose and the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lorwyn: First Light
powerful as the fallen Oona. Oura and her strongest supporters—a band of about fifty faeries—hatch plans for gaining more allies as well as undermining Maralen, a queen who lives in Shadowmoor’s Glen
creatures and plants that perish in its waters. Boggart apothecaries seek the strange liquids produced in the mire for use in their potion making. Velis Vel Grotto A glittering cavern studded with rune
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
aren’t aware of the Dragon Armies’ threat beyond vague rumors. Roll or choose a result from the Wartime Rumors table whenever characters hear a rumor regarding the Dragon Armies or strange happenings
who will fight for them, promising wealth and glory not seen since before the Cataclysm. (True) 5 A deadly band of mercenaries has trained flying, dragon-like creatures called dragonnels to serve them
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
to this new world, or are you doing your best to learn the ways of this strange realm?
Why Did You Leave? You began your life as a servant of darkness. Have you embraced the light? Are you fighting
inhabitants have vanished in a single night, leaving all their possessions behind. Today it’s known as Desolate, and it awaits the next band of settlers willing to stake their claim.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
outside, possibly on Kalaman’s walls or the city streets. The character with the highest passive Wisdom (Perception) score sees a strange violet light in the sky. After they react, read the following
text: A violet star plummets from the sky and crashes nearby, throwing up a cloud of debris. A breathless screech rises from the black-lit dust. An instant later, blackened fangs and violet flame burst
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
Captain Dapplewing’s time. On the northern wall, a plaque holds the heads of a black and a red dragon, each clearly constructed from metallic crafting supplies. This device is a strange magic curiosity
who searches the secondary storage area spots a ring of mind shielding seemingly lost by someone while working in the room. The inscription “V. Lang” inside the band hints that the ring belongs to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft
band of survivors in Silbervas, vanish after attempting to pillage Dekovan Palace. Soon after, the palace’s strange lights appear among buildings formerly claimed by the lost survivors.
8 A
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
of Thrym leads a hunting band to prey on the beleaguered people, who seek adventurers’ protection. 12 A frost giant seeks help protecting a strange baby giant whom she believes to be a child of Annam
stone giant recluse asks adventurers to help stop a hill giant who has gathered a band of other giants and is plundering nearby giant steadings in Grolantor’s name. 4 A fire giant priest of Hiatea
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
Shrine of Luck Built from material scavenged from the surrounding wilds, the Shrine of Luck consists of a strange assemblage of rocks and stones. Unbeknownst to the townspeople, one such stone in the
shrine originated from the obelisk. This small, obsidian shard was a centerpiece in the shrine’s archway for years until a band of goblins came in the wee hours of the morning and plucked it from its
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
of Old Owl Well, seek the advice of a dangerous banshee, oust a band of orcs lurking at Wyvern Tor, and investigate the ruins of the town of Thundertree. Several of these leads point to Cragmaw Castle
during part 3. Following the map or the directions to the lost mine brings the characters to part 4, “Wave Echo Cave.” That lost underground complex is now overrun by undead and strange monsters
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
your DM to come up with the reason for the battle and the factions involved. It might have been a small conflict between your community and a band of orcs, or it could have been a major battle in a
You encountered something magical. Roll on the Arcane Matters table. 00 Something truly strange happened to you. Roll on the Weird Stuff table.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Maer Dualdon. Strange that none of the other towns on that lake have been harangued by the monster.
2 In Bryn Shander, some dwarves will pay good money to anyone who can find a lost shipment for
probably use some help.
9 In Targos, a band of adventurers is planning an expedition up the side of Kelvin’s Cairn, hoping to find Oyaminartok, a goliath lycanthrope who can transform into a polar bear
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
of safe passage might not be honored by the next band of elves. One elf is leading the effort to change this situation. Known as the Red Lady, or simply the Lady of the Wood, Morgwais is a wood elf
strange exception of the aarakocra, who had an ancestral homeland there before being chased out by a dragon. Most the peaks may be viewed only from afar, and at a distance they seem to glitter from the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
bandits of various ethnicities) are mounted on seven riding horses. Known as the Seven Snakes, Xolkin’s band does “dirty work” for the Snail, a Zhent leader based in Daggerford (see the “Daggerford
. Strange Bedfellows. If the characters came to terms with the Black Network in the previous event and the Seven Snakes are still around when the orcs arrive, the Zhents help the party defend Nightstone
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden
Ostoria, a bygone empire of magic-wielding giants that waged war against the dragons forty thousand years earlier. After many fruitless excavations, they found a large stone spindle bearing strange
time, as though something was trying to siphon it all away. The demiplane expelled Iriolarthas in that instant, trapping the lich in Ythryn, and became a living demiplane (see appendix C). Iriolarthas
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
, and orcs that live in these mountains and their foothills are subjects of the realms that surround the mountain range, but they often band together to deal with greater threats on both sides of the
chapter). The most dangerous places include those described below. Barrier Peaks. These forbidding highlands are home to strange monsters. “Expedition to the Barrier Peaks,” an adventure in Quests from the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Baldur's Gate: Descent into Avernus
table E)
17–20 Threat (roll on table F)
Table D: Lower City Harmless Interactions d12 Interaction
1 A band of crew members with purple armbands and fabulous eye makeup — the
fear of rats races down the street and slams into the party, having witnessed a bunch of rats feeding on a corpse in an alley.
7 The druid Torimesh offers one party member a strange symbol