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Miirym

Monsters Candlekeep Mysteries

Miirym fails a saving throw, she can choose to succeed instead. X-Ray Vision. Miirym can see through solid matter out to a range of 60 feet. To her, opaque creatures, objects, and obstacles within

that distance appear transparent and don’t prevent light from passing through them. This vision can penetrate 5 feet of stone, 3 inches of common metal, and up to 10 feet of wood or dirt. Thicker

House Tharashk Heir

backgrounds Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

interaction, you have learned to play the role of the hunter: study your enemies, exploit their weaknesses, and do whatever it takes to achieve victory.

Y'demi

Monsters Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

elevation to the role of Oracle of Strixhaven, but when the Founder Dragons passed him over in favor of Jadzi, his bitterness knew no bounds. He now uses the Oriq to gather the spells and magical energy he

function only for their intended wearers. Oriq Blood Mage Oriq blood mages create deadly weapons formed of their own blood. They can also sense the life energy within nearby creatures, making the

Galazeth Prismari

Monsters Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

tides—and weaves them into spectacles both beautiful and deadly. Galazeth founded Prismari College to ensure that the study of magic wouldn’t ever be relegated to pure practicality. His

Oriq Blood Mage

Monsters Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos

creature dies if reduced to 0 hit points by this necrotic damage.Oriq blood mages create deadly weapons formed of their own blood. They can also sense the life energy within nearby creatures, making the

to the role of Oracle of Strixhaven, but when the Founder Dragons passed him over in favor of Jadzi, his bitterness knew no bounds. He now uses the Oriq to gather the spells and magical energy he needs

Yuan-ti Pureblood Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

common apes. Although some purebloods are able to reproduce with humans, most are disgusted by the idea and would do so only if seduction is necessary for a pureblood to preserve a role as a confidant or

odds aren’t in their favor. A short retreat might be just the thing to reach a better tactical position, find allies, or to allow the yuan-ti the opportunity to study their opponents and

Ki-rin

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

Outer Planes, ki-rins in service to benevolent deities take a direct role in the eternal struggle between good and evil. In the mortal world, ki-rins are celebrated far and wide as harbingers of destiny

pledging service to the creature. They study under its tutelage in its lair and serve as its agents in the world. These followers might travel incognito across the land, seeking news of growing evil and

Build Your Group

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

backgrounds such as criminal, sage, soldier, or urchin, regardless of the role they play in a group. Consider some or all of these roles for characters in your party: Client. When a routine investigation goes

things take a deadly turn. Such a Client is often a nonplayer character whose connection with the party is dissolved at the end of an adventure, but sometimes a Client develops a taste for excitement and

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

who study its ebb and flow to expect the stalemate to continue. A different view is put forth by the archmage Tzunk, who notes that Maglubiyet has never faced a foe as ferocious and protective as

orcs can be dominated by evil creatures of immense power, and they accept this subservient role either because they are forced to or because it offers them a measure of security while they engage in

Power of Secrets

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

area C20. Sarcelle’s Secret. A prisoner named Sarcelle recently received a disturbing vision. The characters can learn about Sarcelle’s recent vision in area C5. Umberto’s Secret. The characters can

learn about Umberto’s secret role as a historian of Vecna in area C11. The first time the characters learn one of these secrets, they feel a sense that the information they’ve discovered is important

Mists of Ravenloft

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

Mists of Ravenloft A deadly fog surrounds the land of Barovia and engulfs any creature that tries to leave. Even flying creatures are subject to the fog’s effects, which are as follows: A creature

creature is in the fog. No matter how far a creature travels in the fog, or in which direction it goes, it gets turned around so that it eventually finds itself back in Barovia. The area within the fog is heavily obscured (see “Vision and Light” in chapter 8 of the Player’s Handbook).

Use of Magic

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Divine Contention

Use of Magic Magic plays a powerful role on a fantasy battlefield. A wizard armed with fireball or lightning bolt serves as a deadly artillery unit, while clerics can roam the battlefield, using cure

Adventure Flow

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

Chapter 2: Prelude to War For 1st-level Characters Before arriving in Vogler, the characters encounter strange magic, a divine vision, or something worse. Chapter 3: When Home Burns For 2nd- to

, the characters face off against the Dragon Army. Chapter 5: The Northern Wastes For 6th- to 7th-level Characters The characters follow agents of the Dragon Army into a deadly wasteland in

Barbarian

classes Basic Rules (2014)

sufficient to defeat whatever threats arise. A Life of Danger A barbarian plays an important role as a protector of their people and a leader in times of war. Life in the wild places of the world is

fraught with peril: rival tribes, deadly weather, and terrifying monsters. Barbarians charge headlong into that danger so that their people don’t have to. Their courage in the face of danger makes

Y5. Wall of Fog

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

be real. The image tantalizes him. Any creature that enters the deadly fog is subject to its effects (see the “Mists of Ravenloft” section in chapter 2). If the characters ask an NPC spellcaster about

this part of the wall of fog, that person might relate an ancient legend about it. According to the mountain folk of Barovia, there was always a wall of mist near Yester Hill, even before the deadly

A Life of Danger

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)

A Life of Danger A barbarian plays an important role as a protector of their people and a leader in times of war. Life in the wild places of the world is fraught with peril: rival tribes, deadly

Monk

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

flowers Monks walk a path of contradiction. They study their art as a wizard does, and like a wizard, they wear no armor and typically eschew weapons. Yet they are deadly combatants, their

abilities on a par with those of a raging barbarian or a superbly trained fighter. Monks embrace this seeming contradiction, for it speaks to the core of all monastic study. By coming to know oneself

A Life of Danger

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)

a town, and he or she plays a similar role as a protector of the people and a leader in times of war. Life in the wild places of the world is fraught with peril: rival tribes, deadly weather, and

House Tharashk Heir

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

, and you have a part in it. Whether in combat or in social interaction, you have learned to play the role of the hunter: study your enemies, exploit their weaknesses, and do whatever it takes to achieve victory.

Ivana's Lair

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

greenhouses. Many require unusual fertilizers to flourish—particularly the carnivorous plants. Laboratory. In her lab, the Darklord brews deadly alchemical concoctions and wondrous perfumes. A sizable perfume

organ here is filled with rare scents and lethal poisons. Nursery. Hidden behind a rotating wall is Ivana’s private nursery and study. Here she cultivates new plant species, many of which have supernatural properties or monstrous life. Mike Schley Map 2.4: Misericordia Greenhouse View Player Version

Q'barran Characters

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

blends druidic traditions with the beliefs of the Silver Flame. You might have been sent to study the softskins—to learn about them and potentially serve as an envoy for your people. Alternatively

, you could be following a spiritual vision. Dragonborn. The dragonborn live amid the remnants of ancient glory. They have a proud martial tradition, and a number of dragonborn venture west in search of worthy challenges. If you follow this path, you might have served as a mercenary in the Last War.

Heliod's Villains

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

Heliod’s Villains It’s easy for servants of Heliod—and even the god himself—to take on a villainous role in the world. Heliod’s followers easily become obsessed with upholding justice at the price of

of vengeance in Heliod’s name and become a deadly vigilante. When a follower of Heliod’s righteous zeal for justice turns to oppressive tyranny, Heliod himself might send champions to stop the would-be

Wedding Rehearsal

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

and a bridesmaid standing in for Araumycos and Zuggtmoy. Yestabrod, if alive, assumes the role of priest to preside over the vows. If Yestabrod is dead, three spore servants rise from the garden and

carry its corpse, moving it like a puppet to play out the part of priest. At this point of the ceremony, any onlookers experience a vision. The tableau of the mock wedding is replaced by a vision of the

Possible Visions

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss

questions the characters ask based on the information in the adventure. Gromph’s Folly If the characters inquire about Gromph Baenre or the arrival of the demon lords, they receive a vision of how

shrinks away from the demonic hordes he has unwittingly unleashed. If a character receiving this vision has a passive Wisdom (Perception) score of 13 or higher, he or she sees a drow insignia on

Q'barran Characters

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

the Silver Flame. You may have been sent to study the softskins—to learn about them and potentially serve as an envoy for your people. Alternatively, you could be following a personal vision

Sorcerer

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything

Sorcerer Practice and study are for amateurs. True power is a birthright. — Hennet, scion of Tiamat When it comes to drawing forth their abilities in times of need, sorcerers have it easy

compared to other characters. Their power not only rests within them, but it likely takes some effort to keep it at bay. Every sorcerer is born to the role, or stumbles into it through cosmic chance

Goblin Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

of farming of which goblins are capable and are charged with checking traps for captured people or beasts. Gatherers aren’t usually armed with weapons more deadly than a sling or a knife, but

; and the word is part of the name they give to any of its practitioners. A goblin with access to booyahg becomes a member of the lashers and can often rise to the role of boss. “Booyahg&rdquo

Types of Officers

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

. Of these, though, captain is the only role that must be filled for the ship to function. A ship needs a single person to issue orders and respond to threats, otherwise a ship risks chaos and confusion

during a crisis. Each type of officer is described below, along with the abilities and proficiencies that help a character excel in that role: Captain. The captain issues orders. The best captains

Exile

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants

might take on the role of crime lords or business owners. They often surround themselves with luxury as if they were aristocrats among their smaller neighbors. They sometimes take on the role of

from outside threats. 4 An adventurer receives an exclusive invitation to study a topic of interest (perhaps giants’ sagas or religion), but the invitation seems suspicious—demanding secrecy, traveling

Build Your Group

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

from an immortal patron, but puts faith in the dreams and inspiration of others, following such omens with an eager heart. This character is under no illusions of having a special role to play in the

, combining humble origins with a sense of destiny. Any class or proficiencies are suited for this role. Visionary. At least one character in the party should have a particular connection to your immortal

Feygrove

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

might receive a vision; roll on the Visions of Ioun table below. Visions of Ioun 1d6 Vision 1 Minotaurs dig beneath the hill and build a temple to Bahamut and other gods. 2 Minotaurs clad in the

many other dangers. The overgrown trees are the den of countless giant spiders and several phase spiders. Among these are deadly ruin spiders (see chapter 21 for this stat block), creatures altered

Way of the Long Death

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide

understand the moments of their demise. They then use this knowledge to guide their understanding of martial arts, yielding a deadly fighting style. Touch of Death Starting when you choose this tradition at

3rd level, your study of death allows you to extract vitality from another creature as it nears its demise. When you reduce a creature within 5 feet of you to 0 hit points, you gain temporary hit

Character Classes

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->D&D Beyond Basic Rules

versatility. Rogue. Launch deadly Sneak Attacks while avoiding harm through stealth. Then embody the Thief to master infiltration and treasure hunting. Sorcerer. Wield magic innate to your being

sinister powers. Wizard. Study arcane magic and master spells for every purpose. Then embody the Evoker to create explosive effects.

Viktal

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

with its deadly saplings. Briggdarrow This ruined village of Briggdarrow is overgrown by a toxic, vision-inducing fungus. Eerie fungal beings emerge from the ruins by night to spread the infestation

Castle Naerytar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen

abandonment, however, it filled with debris and attracted many unpleasant dwellers. Then Rezmir happened upon the castle on one of her trips into the mere to study and negotiate with the black dragon

the mere, Rezmir created an uneasy alliance in the Mere of Dead Men and brought her vision into reality.

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