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Derro

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

the perils of the Underdark. Equal parts fearful and vicious, bands of these dwarf-kin prey on those weaker than themselves, while giving simpering obeisance to any creatures they deem more powerful. A

power that the dwarves became Aberrations. Derro tell their own stories of flight and survival in the Underdark, in which mind flayers aren’t always the enemy. They tell of two brothers, the

Urgala Meltimer

Monsters Storm King's Thunder

; homes destroyed. She has no tolerance for monsters or bullies. Ideal: “We live in a violent world, and sometimes violence is necessary for survival.” Bond: “My home is my life

Derro Savant

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

safe from the perils of the Underdark. Equal parts fearful and vicious, bands of these dwarf-kin prey on those weaker than themselves, while giving simpering obeisance to any creatures they deem more

’ psionic power that the dwarves became Aberrations. Derro tell their own stories of flight and survival in the Underdark, in which mind flayers aren’t always the enemy. They tell of two

Archaeologist

backgrounds Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

Ability Scores: Dexterity, Intelligence, Wisdom Feat: Skilled Skill Proficiencies: History and Survival Tool Proficiencies: Cartographer's Tools Equipment: Choose A or B: (A) Cartographer's

fieldwork amid ancient ruins in remote locations. Some archaeologists plunder the treasures of the past in search of wealth or fame, but most consider it their calling to learn from the past. In any case

Genasi Legacy

Species Elemental Evil Player's Companion

Those who think of other planes at all consider them remote, distant realms, but planar influence can be felt throughout the world. It sometimes manifests in beings who, through an accident of birth

, while those of air or fire tend to be lighter. A given genasi might have some features reminiscent of the mortal parent (pointed ears from an elf, a stockier frame and thick hair from a dwarf, small

Lizardfolk Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

freshly grilled steak. — Tordek, dwarf fighter and adventurer Only a fool looks at the lizardfolk and sees nothing more than scaly humanoids. Their physical shape notwithstanding, lizardfolk

lizardfolk doesn’t share those feelings, but instead assesses them in the same clinical manner. Yes, the fallen dwarf might be most useful as a meal, but hacking the body into steaks provokes aggression

Soldier Legacy

Backgrounds Basic Rules (2014)

War has been your life for as long as you care to remember. You trained as a youth, studied the use of weapons and armor, learned basic survival techniques, including how to stay alive on the

hatred. d8 Personality Trait 1 I’m always polite and respectful. 2 I’m haunted by memories of war. I can’t get the images of violence out of my mind. 3 I

Marine

Backgrounds Ghosts of Saltmarsh

home, the rain your shelter, and the crashing waves your battle cry. Skill Proficiencies: Athletics, Survival Tool Proficiencies: Vehicles (water, land) Equipment: A dagger that

. 2 I laugh loudly and see the humor in stressful situations. 3 I prefer to solve problems without violence, but I finish fights decisively. 4 I enjoy being out in nature; poor weather

Anthropologist

backgrounds Tomb of Annihilation

you’ve adopted, or roll on the Adopted Culture table. Adopted Culture d8 Culture d8 Culture 1 Aarakocra 5 Halfling 2 Dwarf 6 Human 3

desensitized to violence. 5 I would risk life and limb to discover a new culture or unravel the secrets of a dead one. 6 When I arrive at a new settlement for the first time, I must learn all its

Golgari Agent

Backgrounds Guildmasters’ Guide to Ravnica

Golgari, no fear of death or taboo about the dead, just a fierce affirmation of the cycle. Skill Proficiencies: Nature, Survival Tool Proficiencies: Poisoner’s kit Languages

spore druid responsible for a large rot farm. 5 There’s a troll in a remote area of the undercity who seems to find me interesting — and who knows more than you’d think. 6 An

Legends of Yongjing

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

become Great Xing. The area in which the city of Yongjing would one day rise was originally populated by nomadic dwarf shepherds. As humans immigrated to the region, conflict between the races broke

out. Legends say that the violence persisted for a century, until the Dragon of Heavenly Blessings who had founded Great Xing returned. Descending from the clouds, the great dragon bowed before a

Kobold Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

where the townsfolk would try to hunt down all kobolds and put the tribe’s survival at risk. Some aggressive individual kobolds and tribes do exist, but in general kobolds don’t purposely

actions contribute to the survival of the group. The tribe practices for the eventuality of defending the lair against intruders, and their plans always include knowing the best escape routes and who is

Soldier - Baldur's Gate

Backgrounds Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus

you care to remember. You trained as a youth, studied the use of weapons and armor, learned basic survival techniques, including how to stay alive on the battlefield. You might have been part of a

respectful. 2 I’m haunted by memories of war. I can’t get the images of violence out of my mind. 3 I’ve lost too many friends, and I’m slow to make new ones. 4

Archaeologist

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

Archaeologist Cullen Cole Ability Scores: Dexterity, Intelligence, Wisdom Feat: Skilled Skill Proficiencies: History and Survival Tool Proficiency: Cartographer’s Tools Equipment: Choose A

the library with fieldwork amid ancient ruins in remote locations. Some archaeologists plunder the treasures of the past in search of wealth or fame, but most consider it their calling to learn from

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

for survival in the material world, but to keep Maglubiyet at bay in the conflict on the planes. Her children will remain in her care, and if need be she wouldn’t hesitate to take to the field

dwarfhold, the orcs will butcher any dwarf that stands against them, but it’s really all about the property—they would be just as happy if all the dwarves ran away. Strength Respects

Albino Dwarves

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation

forge metal, but they seldom have the means to do so. Albino Dwarf Warrior Medium humanoid (dwarf), any alignment Armor Class 13 (hide armor) Hit Points 30 (4d8 + 12) Speed 25 ft. STR 13

(+1) DEX 13 (+1) CON 17 (+3) INT 12 (+1) WIS 14 (+2) CHA 11 (+0) Skills Perception +4, Stealth +3, Survival +4 Damage Resistances poison Senses

Valachan

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

Valachan Domain of the Hunter Darklord: Chakuna Genres: Gothic horror and slasher horror Hallmarks: Deadly predators, death traps, hostile wilderness, survival games Mist Talismans

newest quarry. Chakuna forces her victims to participate in the Trial of Hearts, a race through the wilderness to remote sanctuaries. Participants face deadly traps and all the dangers of the wilds

Dwarf Cleric

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Intro to Stormwreck Isle

Dwarf Cleric Shawn Wood You trained as a soldier on the island of Mintarn and joined a mercenary company. You traveled to the city of Neverwinter with your company to serve in both the army and city

far from Neverwinter. A remote cloister there holds a temple to the dragon god Bahamut, who is a patron of heroes and a champion of justice. Someone at the cloister may hold the key to the impending doom your deity wishes you to avert. View Character Sheet Downloadable PDF

Nonhuman Deities

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

share these deities. Nonhuman races often have whole pantheons of their own. Besides Moradin, for example, the dwarf gods include Moradin’s wife, Berronar Truesilver, and a number of other gods thought

nugget Grolantor, hill giant god of war CE War Wooden club Gruumsh, orc god of storms and war CE Tempest, War Unblinking eye Hruggek, bugbear god of violence CE War Morningstar Kurtulmak, kobold god

Aurum NPCs

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

blatant violence in any form. Aurum NPCs d4 NPC 1 An aging dwarf — a retired general and an Aurum Concordian — collects unusual constructs, hoping to find a way to transfer his mind into a superior

Aurum NPCs Aurum Concordians are defined by their wealth and power. When you create an Aurum NPC, consider the source of that person’s wealth and how it is expressed. The dwarf Antus ir’Soldorak is

Vinx

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Heroes of the Borderlands

Vinx Down-on-Her-Luck Dwarf Spelunker This itinerant explorer knows the caves around the Keep on the Borderlands better than anyone else. Vinx frequently delves these caves in search of treasure

. Recently, Vinx got caught in a bind while pursuing a stolen family heirloom. When she gets loose, those goblins won’t know what hit them! Vinx Medium Humanoid (Dwarf), Chaotic Good AC 13 Initiative +2

Your Character's Abilities

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

noble line, but his clan was expelled from its homeland when Bruenor was very young. He grew up working as a smith in the remote villages of Icewind Dale. But Bruenor has a heroic destiny—to reclaim

his homeland—so Bob chooses the folk hero background for his dwarf. He notes the proficiencies and special feature this background gives him. Bob has a pretty clear picture of Bruenor’s personality

Barbarians

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

launched by the wild-eyed dwarf. — R.A. Salvatore, Siege of Darkness Many of the lands of the Sword Coast and the North are savage, where day-to-day survival is a struggle. Such lands breed hardy

consort with fiends. Dwarf barbarians are famed and feared warriors among the fiercely proud clans that have reclaimed territories like Mithril Hall and Gautlgrym. Barbarians of most other races hail

1. Domed Entrance

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder

covered with a foot of snow, in which the characters can see fresh tracks heading toward the mountainside. With a successful DC 15 Wisdom (Survival) check, a character can determine that the tracks

mountain A fire giant with chained dwarf prisoners in a cavern At the back of the dome, a 40-foot-wide, 40-foot-high hallway heads into the mountain. Wind has blown the snow far into the hallway. The

“Old White Death”

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat

Dragon, and can be counted on to be present at the Well of Dragons when Tiamat makes her triumphant return from the Nine Hells. Arauthator’s chief lair is beneath a remote peak known as Lonefang

spellcasting power that makes him a particularly dangerous foe. More than a century ago, during one of the cyclical periods of draconic violence known as the Rage of Dragons, Arauthator joined with a

Roleplaying

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

of violence. A stubborn dwarf refuses to let anyone badger her. A vain dragon laps up flattery. When interacting with an NPC, pay close attention to the DM’s portrayal of the NPC’s mood, dialogue

and how he or she does it. For instance, Chris plays Tordek the dwarf. Tordek has a quick temper and blames the elves of the Cloakwood for his family’s misfortune. At a tavern, an obnoxious elf minstrel

The Shape of the District

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

is a dwarf named Sumara Korranor, but she goes by Summer. If you’re part of the CAG, the DM and the players should work together to add additional details about Summer: what are her traits and quirks

? What’s an interesting encounter you’ve had with her, or a story you’ve heard about her? Violence and crime are relatively rare in Clifftop; the members of the CAG usually handle any troubles that

“Old White Death”

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons

Dragon, and can be counted on to be present at the Well of Dragons when Tiamat makes her triumphant return from the Nine Hells. Arauthator’s chief lair is beneath a remote peak known as Lonefang

spellcasting power that makes him a particularly dangerous foe. More than a century ago, during one of the cyclical periods of draconic violence known as the Rage of Dragons, Arauthator joined with a

Character Classes

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

with Rage, and wade into hand-to-hand combat. Then follow the Path of the Berserker to unleash raw violence. Bard. Perform spells that inspire and heal allies or beguile foes. Then join the College of

might. Then swear the Oath of Devotion to emulate the angels of justice. Ranger. Weave together martial prowess, nature magic, and survival skills. Then embody the Hunter to protect nature with martial

Dhargun Ironworks

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

Thunderwind Clan. Wedding Guests Each of the guests in the wedding party is a dwarf, including the happy couple, their family members and wedding party attendants, and various retainers to both clans

can be shared with characters when they first possess an NPC through Flabbergast’s ritual of astral transmogrification. Gwendolyn Dhargun. Gwendolyn (LG female dwarf veteran) is the cherubic overseer of

Roleplaying

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

of violence. A stubborn dwarf refuses to let anyone badger her. A vain dragon laps up flattery. When interacting with an NPC, pay close attention to the DM’s portrayal of the NPC’s mood, dialogue

and how he or she does it. For instance, Chris plays Tordek the dwarf. Tordek has a quick temper and blames the elves of the Cloakwood for his family’s misfortune. At a tavern, an obnoxious elf minstrel

Elkhorn

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->The Wild Beyond the Witchlight

especially bright, so he fights with his heart rather than his wits. Age has drained much of the strength from Elkhorn’s body. Strongheart has urged Elkhorn to retire, but the old dwarf stubbornly

. Having been trained in his youth to fight ogres and trolls, he’s much more dangerous against creatures that are significantly bigger than he is. Elkhorn Medium Humanoid (Dwarf), Lawful Good Armor Class

Gruul Clans

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica

eager to topple it all and start fresh. Constant ritualistic warfare reverberates among the clans, every skirmish reinforcing their doctrine of the survival of the fittest. They frequently send

was called the Lord of Chaos, and his guild’s original function as maintainers of Ravnica’s natural places meant keeping his faction as remote as possible from the civilized parts of the world. The

Premade Characters

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragons of Stormwreck Isle

Premade Characters To get started, have each player choose one character to play. Dwarf Cleric Shawn Wood You trained as a soldier on the island of Mintarn and joined a mercenary company. You

of Death. Researching images from your dreams pointed you to Stormwreck Isle, not far from Neverwinter. A remote cloister there holds a temple to the dragon god Bahamut, who is a patron of heroes and

Dwarves of the Multiverse

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

protected by mountains, they frequently form defensive pacts with humans, gnomes, and elves that live nearby. Although the best artisans are revered for their skills, just as in any dwarf clan, hill

dwarves put special emphasis on diplomacy and trade as key elements in the clan’s survival. They appreciate the value of creating high-quality goods to trade with others, both to enrich the clan and to

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