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Dolgaunt

Monsters Eberron: Rising from the Last War

tentacles. Unarmed Strike. Melee Weapon Attack: +6;{"diceNotation":"1d20+6","rollType":"to hit","rollAction":"Unarmed Strike"} to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d4 + 4);{"diceNotation":"1d4+4

","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Unarmed Strike","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage. Vitality Drain. One creature grappled by a tentacle of the dolgaunt must make a DC 11 Constitution

Troglodyte Legacy

Monsters Monster Manual (2014)

secretions, and the debris of their foul feasting. Single-Minded Brutes. Troglodytes are devoted almost entirely to procuring food. They rarely plan more than a few days into the future, instead

in a frenzy. Troglodytes make little and build less, scavenging their possessions from their prey. They understand the value of metal weapons and armor, and fight among one another for the right to

Stone Giant Dreamwalker

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

there is permanent, so nothing there is real. What happens on the surface doesn’t matter. Promises and bargains made there needn’t be honored. Life and even art hold less value there

themselves become lost in the dream. Other stone giants are banished to the surface as punishment. Regardless of the reason they ended up on the surface, if they don’t take shelter under stone

Radiant Idol

Monsters Eberron: Rising from the Last War

","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage plus 18 (4d8);{"diceNotation":"4d8","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Flail","rollDamageType":"radiant"} radiant damage. Radiant Strike (1/Day). The

creature in the cylinder when it appears or that ends its turn there must make a DC 17 Constitution saving throw, taking 36 (8d8);{"diceNotation":"8d8","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Radiant Strike

Ulder Ravengard

Monsters Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

an opportunity attack from that creature.Guardian Strike. If an enemy within 5 feet of Ulder attacks a target other than him, Ulder can make a melee attack against that enemy.Ulder Ravengard is a

struggled in performing his duties, finding his hands tied at every turn by both overt and invisible bureaucracy. Despite this, he's been a voice of reason and common sense on the Council of Four — if

Bone Knight

Monsters Eberron: Rising from the Last War

zombies created by the necromancers were mindless creatures that required guidance. The first bone knights were appointed to provide this control. Devoted paladins of the Blood of Vol were fused into

that name strike fear into the enemies of Karrnath. In the last decade, King Kaius III of Karrnath has done much to ensure a peaceful end to the Last War. Under the terms of the Treaty of Thronehold

Dimir Operative

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

motivation behind another strike performed in a different part of the city, or simply to spread fear. As part of your covert work for House Dimir, you maintain a false identity as a member of another guild

guildless masses of the city. Consider why you’re embedded in the secondary guild. Create a story with your DM, inspired by rolling on the following table or choosing a reason that suits you

Triton Master of Waves

Monsters Mythic Odysseys of Theros

. Although many masters of waves resent land-dwellers and strike out at those who trespass upon their waters, most are devoted followers of the sea god. Those who share their faith or who bear earnest

Knight of the Sword

Feats Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

You are a Knight of Solamnia aligned with the Order of the Sword, a group devoted to heroism and courage. Bravery steels your spirit, granting you these benefits: Ability Score Increase. Increase

your Intelligence, Wisdom, or Charisma score by 1, to a maximum of 20. Demoralizing Strike. Once per turn, when you hit a creature with a weapon attack roll, you can attempt to frighten that target

Giff Legacy

Monsters Mordenkainen’s Tome of Foes

rank. Promotions don’t depend on age but are granted by a superior as a reward for valor. Giff are devoted to their children, even as most of their education is geared toward fighting and war

brighter the flash, and the thicker the smoke it produces, the more giff love a weapon. Their skill with gunpowder is another reason for their popularity as mercenaries. Giff revel in the challenge of

Auril (Third Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

using her magic. Casting such great magic night after night while also granting spells to her devoted followers leaves Auril weak and vulnerable. In her self-inflicted weakened state, Auril is inclined

time). Thus, she has no reason to capitulate to mortals’ demands. As the embodiment of winter’s cruelty, she is incapable of showing mercy or compassion. Play her as a supremely cold and

Charlatan Legacy

Backgrounds Player’s Handbook (2014)

a born gambler who can’t resist taking a risk for a potential payoff. 5 I lie about almost everything, even when there’s no good reason to. 6 Sarcasm and insults are my

weapons of choice. 7 I keep multiple holy symbols on me and invoke whatever deity might come in useful at any given moment. 8 I pocket anything I see that might have some value. d6

Auril (First Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

realm in the far north and, after a time, plunged it into frigid darkness using her magic. Casting such great magic night after night while also granting spells to her devoted followers leaves Auril

can’t truly die (although the characters can rid the world of her for a time). Thus, she has no reason to capitulate to mortals’ demands. As the embodiment of winter’s cruelty, she is

Boros Legionnaire

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

As a member of the Boros Legion, your life is devoted to the service of angels and consecrated to the work of establishing justice and peace on the streets of Ravnica. You might be a true believer

, inspired by the example of the angels, moved by the plight of the downtrodden, and devoted to the cause of justice. Or you could be a cynic in the ranks, perhaps because you reluctantly followed in the

Charlatan - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

want. 4 I’m a born gambler who can’t resist taking a risk for a potential payoff. 5 I lie about almost everything, even when there’s no good reason to. 6 Sarcasm and

value. d6 Ideal 1 Independence. I am a free spirit—no one tells me what to do. (Chaotic) 2 Fairness. I never target people who can’t afford to lose a few coins

Zuggtmoy Legacy

Monsters Out of the Abyss

animals or plants, ray of sickness 3/day each: dispel magic, ensnaring strike, entangle, plant growth 1/day each: etherealness, teleport Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If Zuggtmoy fails a saving

lords mortal enemies, each devoted to destroying and ultimately devouring the other.Zuggtmoy’s Lair Zuggtmoy’s principal lair is her palace on Shedaklah. It consists of two dozen

Auril (Second Form)

Monsters Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden

night while also granting spells to her devoted followers leaves Auril weak and vulnerable. In her self-inflicted weakened state, Auril is inclined to be cautious and avoid contact with other creatures

might prove helpful: So long as she has mortal worshipers, Auril can’t truly die (although the characters can rid the world of her for a time). Thus, she has no reason to capitulate to mortals

Yuan-ti Pureblood Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

remained ensconced in their hidden strongholds, biding their time until they were ready to strike again. Today, with their numbers greatly depleted and their enemies much stronger than in ages past, the

or in daily life, the following principles guide the yuan-ti in all they do. Other Lives Are Cheap Yuan-ti put little value on humanoid lives, even those of their own slaves and cultists. They would

Kenku Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

. The kenku lack the talent to improvise or alter a plan, but a wise Master sets multiple plans in motion at once, confident that underlings can follow orders to the letter. For this reason, many

. Others strike out on their own in search of the secrets of flight, to master magic, or to uncover the secret of their curse and find a method to break it. Kenku adventurers, despite their relative

Goblinoid NPCs

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

efficiency, coordinating their efforts to eliminate spellcasters and other obvious threats. Dhakaani squads are utterly devoted to their kech leaders and their empire. All are bound by the principles of

studying at Arcanix or Morgrave is actually a Khesh’dar spy identifying tomes of arcane knowledge worth stealing. 3 A Dhakaani strike force assaults a museum or a noble’s private holdings, reclaiming

Odunos

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros

streets, quarreling for no apparent reason. Beyond the city’s walls, undead raiders strike out, menacing the lands of Akros, Meletis, and Phoberos. These raids are led by the city’s de facto ruler

Odunos The Returned of Odunos despise the living, feeling sparks of pleasure when they destroy whatever the living value, be it property or people. Within their city, armed Returned gangs roam the

Adventure Hooks

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Keys from the Golden Vault

to repay the individual’s patronage or for mutual benefit. Knowledge Sought. The characters have prior reason to find the portrait or seek knowledge they believe someone in the Cognoscenti Esoterica

possesses. However, the knowledge actually resides in Constantori’s Portrait. Strike a Blow. One or more characters have clashed with the Agile Hand in the past and want to strike a blow against the troublesome thieves’ guild.

Aundair

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

Aundair Capital: Fairhaven Noted for Arcane magic, cheese, education, fashion, grains, wine Aundair is a realm of grand cities surrounded by fertile farmlands. Its legendary founder was devoted to

vineyards of Bluevine, Aundairians value wit and wisdom. Aundairians prefer finesse to brute force and appreciate cunning wordplay and fine fashions. The Sovereign Host is the dominant faith of Aundair, with

Background

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy

reason, a staff member is coming along to supervise and make sure nothing prevents the character-recruits from completing their mission. That staff member is Petty Officer Winston Ryeback. The spy is

a recruit named Miken Haverstance, who waits until the opportune moment in the adventure to strike. Until that time, he acts no differently than any other young recruit.

Mournland Villains

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

Mournland Villains Few people have reason to spend time anywhere near the Mournland. Among the exceptions are those who seek to plunder the riches of lost Cyre, such as Ikar’s Salvage (described

capture in the Mournland. 2 The leader of a cult devoted to Belashyrra, the Lord of Eyes, uses daelkyr-made tentacles to tear out the eyes of victims and attaches them to members of the cult. 3 A

Cults of the Dragon Below

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

Cults of the Dragon Below The Cults of the Dragon Below are made up of people fanatically devoted to the daelkyr or the fiendish overlords (both described in chapter 6). Though some choose this path

organizations with global reach, the cults have no organizing structure or principle. They are an infection inflicted on the world without reason. “Cult of the Dragon Below” is a term that outsiders use

The Silver Sliver

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated

fine. But if there’s no money changing hands, how do you measure the value of the work? The Silver Sliver exemplifies what goes wrong when good people fail to grasp the complexities of the world. They

devoted to not just the cause of justice in the abstract, but the literal application of justice via a scimitar. Her band of true believers do the whole shiny mask thing and don’t charge for their services … which is another thing I wouldn’t do. — Omin Dran

Lhazaar Principalities

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

the side. When the war ended, they returned to the merchant trade, but pirates still hunt on the open seas. The Lhazaar value their independence. Here, anyone can rise to captain a ship or even seize

. Some principalities are devoted to the Blood of Vol and a few favor the Sovereign Host. Beyond these, the Lhazaar show little enthusiasm for religion, though many curse the Devourer when a storm comes.

Djeneba

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

person whose true identity is a mystery to all but the most devoted members of that anarchic group. Djeneba, who speaks with a honeyed tongue that makes others feel understood and embraced, has

pleasures is the path to serenity and freedom.” Bond. “The best way to honor our ancestors is to build a new future.” Flaw. “I know my thoughts are hard to follow, but even unfocused minds hold value.”

Aundair

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

the towers of Fairhaven to the common folk working the vast vineyards of Bluevine, Aundairians value wit and wisdom. Aundairians prefer finesse to brute force and appreciate cunning wordplay and fine

fashions. The Sovereign Host is the dominant faith of Aundair, with a particular devotion to Aureon. However, the Silver Flame also maintains a devoted following—some might say overzealous. Although

Jagged Coast

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ravenloft: The Horrors Within

of the region, enforcing grim peace on the small communities there. In the north, the thriving city of Martira Bay prides itself on its inhabitants’ wealth and reason. Since Azalin’s disappearance, the

that the best of Darkon and lands beyond passes through the city. Martira Bay’s people appreciate reason and tangibility, and many have never left the city. This makes many residents incredulous of

Arriving in Anauroch

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Candlekeep Mysteries

sand. Intent on their investigation of the golem, they don’t notice your arrival. The two desert nomads (use the bandit stat block) and a camel they call Old Stink (for good reason) hail from a Bedine

tribe. They are discussing what to do with the golem. Their curiosity about its potential value conflicts with their fear of disturbing items of Netherese origin. The golem sits motionless, its eyes

Interesting Locations

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

, hoping that inspiration will strike them as they sleep; stories say that Merrix d’Cannith first conceived of the warforged after spending the night in the temple. The staff of the temple are devoted to

. Devoted to the Sovereign of Law and Lore, this grand temple is an architectural marvel as well as a sacred site. Many scholars and sages make the pilgrimage and spend one night in the Great Hall

Temple of Black Earth

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse

underneath the Sacred Stone Monastery, linked by the Ancient Stair. Earth cult raiders can strike at the surrounding settlements and retreat to the safety of the Black Earth temple with ease. Marlos

Urnrayle, the Prophet of Earth, chose the long-wrecked fortifications of Tyar-Besil as the headquarters of his cult for this very reason.

The Lhazaar Principalities

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron

engaged in piracy on the side. With the end of the Last War they’ve largely returned to the merchant trade, but there are still pirates on the open seas. The Lhazaars value their independence. This is a

princes have rejected his proposals for a greater union. There are principalities devoted to the Blood of Vol and a few that favor the Sovereign Host. Beyond this, the Lhazaar show little enthusiasm for religion, though many will curse the Devourer when a storm comes.

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