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Lupin

Species Ravenloft: The Horrors Within

, enhanced instincts, and a dread-inducing howl. Lupin Traits Creature Type: HumanoidSize: Medium (about 4–7 feet tall) or Small (about 2–4 feet tall), chosen when you select this speciesSpeed: 30 feet

Knight of Eldraine

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures

Knightly Virtue. The knight has one of the following traits, depending on the court it serves: Courage (Embereth). The knight has advantage on Wisdom checks and Wisdom saving throws. Knowledge

surviving populace fleeing into the wilds. A young prince, Will Kenrith, does his best to reunite the shattered realm, but a return to its former glory seems far off. Even in the shattered remnants of

Dhampir Legacy

Species Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

experiment changed your body, making you reliant on others for vital fluids. Dhampirs in the Domains of Dread When creating a dhampir, ask your DM if it makes sense for your character to have ties

to one of the following Domains of Dread (detailed in Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft): Barovia. In the shadow of Castle Ravenloft, tales flourish of those who love or descend from vampires

Unspeakable Horror (Loathsome Limbs)

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Formed by the Mists. When created, the horror’s body composition takes one of four forms: Aberrant Armor, Loathsome Limbs, Malleable Mass, or Oozing Organs. This form determines certain traits

netherworld between the Domains of Dread, or they might slink forth into other realms to slake unnameable hungers. Customizing a Horror An unspeakable horror has one of four body compositions

Unspeakable Horror (Oozing Organs)

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Formed by the Mists. When created, the horror’s body composition takes one of four forms: Aberrant Armor, Loathsome Limbs, Malleable Mass, or Oozing Organs. This form determines certain traits

, forcing them into unique, misshapen bodies untethered from the laws of reason or reality. Such unspeakable horrors might continue to haunt the misty netherworld between the Domains of Dread, or they

Hexblood Legacy

Species Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

shades, long hair that regrows if cut, and an irremovable living crown. Along with these marks, hexbloods manifest hag-like traits, such as darkvision and a variety of magical methods to beguile the senses

changed you and forced you from your home. 6 A slighted druid transformed you and bound you to live only so long as a sacred tree bears fruit. Hexbloods in the Domains of Dread When

Unspeakable Horror (Aberrant Armor)

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Formed by the Mists. When created, the horror’s body composition takes one of four forms: Aberrant Armor, Loathsome Limbs, Malleable Mass, or Oozing Organs. This form determines certain traits

unique, misshapen bodies untethered from the laws of reason or reality. Such unspeakable horrors might continue to haunt the misty netherworld between the Domains of Dread, or they might slink forth into

Unspeakable Horror (Malleable Mass)

Monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Formed by the Mists. When created, the horror’s body composition takes one of four forms: Aberrant Armor, Loathsome Limbs, Malleable Mass, or Oozing Organs. This form determines certain traits

horrors might continue to haunt the misty netherworld between the Domains of Dread, or they might slink forth into other realms to slake unnameable hungers. Customizing a Horror An unspeakable horror

Unspeakable Horror Legacy

monsters Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Formed by the Mists. When created, the horror’s body composition takes one of four forms: Aberrant Armor, Loathsome Limbs, Malleable Mass, or Oozing Organs. This form determines certain traits

into unique, misshapen bodies untethered from the laws of reason or reality. Such unspeakable horrors might continue to haunt the misty netherworld between the Domains of Dread, or they might slink

Reborn Legacy

Species Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

itchy straw stuffing inside you. Reborn in the Domains of Dread When creating a reborn, consult with your DM to see if it’s appropriate to tie your origins to one of the following

Domains of Dread (detailed in Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft): Har’Akir. You died and endured the burial rites of this desert realm, yet somehow a soul—yours or another’s&mdash

Travelers in the Mists

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Travelers in the Mists Adventures in the Domains of Dread often indulge in a single domain’s distinctly frightful themes. But if you plan to run whole campaigns set in the Land of the Mists, creating

horror stories. While it’s true that most residents of the Domains of Dread never leave their home domains and wisely don’t fixate on what lies beyond the Mists, some daring souls do. Many such

To the Coast

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

To the Coast The journey to Dread Wolf Cove takes five days—fewer if the characters have Clystran’s guidance or other methods of conveyance. Consult the “Movement in the Wastes” section in chapter 5

hue. A Dragon Army rider whips a net at their desperately fleeing quarry, and the unfortunate creature tumbles from the sky, crashing near you. The injured wasteland dragonnel (see appendix B) crashes

Phaerimm Agent

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Netheril’s Fall: Tales of Terror, Treasure, and Time Travel

; telepathy 120 ft. CR 8 (XP 3,900; PB +3) Traits Magic Resistance. The phaerimm has Advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects. Actions Multiattack. The phaerimm

makes three attacks, using Dread Stinger or Mindwarp Ray in any combination. Dread Stinger. Melee Attack Roll: +7, reach 5 ft. Hit: 7 (1d6 + 4) Piercing damage plus 13 (2d12) Poison damage. Mindwarp

Death Knight Aspirant

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

CR 11 (XP 7,200; PB +4) Traits Magic Resistance. The aspirant has Advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects. Marshal Undead. Undead creatures of the aspirant’s choice

. The aspirant makes three Dread Blade attacks. Dread Blade. Melee Attack Roll: +9, reach 5 ft. Hit: 14 (2d8 + 5) Slashing damage plus 10 (3d6) Necrotic damage. Hellfire Orb (Recharge 5–6

White Dragon Wyrmling

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

are merciless. Most white dragon wyrmlings survive by scavenging, hunting opportunistically, and quickly fleeing foes—including other white dragons. White Dragon Wyrmling Medium Dragon (Chromatic

.; Passive Perception 14 Languages Draconic CR 2 (450 XP; PB +2) Traits Ice Walk. The dragon can move across and climb icy surfaces without needing to make an ability check. Additionally

Lupin

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

bestial might, enhanced instincts, and a dread-inducing howl. Lupin Traits Creature Type: Humanoid Size: Medium (about 4–7 feet tall) or Small (about 2–4 feet tall), chosen when you select this species

Speed: 30 feet As a Lupin, you have these special traits. Darkvision. You have Darkvision with a range of 60 feet. Feral Pounce. Your Unarmed Strikes deal Slashing damage instead of Bludgeoning

Death Knight

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

Perception 13 Languages Abyssal, Common CR 17 (XP 18,000; PB +6) Traits Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If the death knight fails a saving throw, it can choose to succeed instead. Magic Resistance

three Dread Blade attacks. Dread Blade. Melee Attack Roll: +11, reach 5 ft. Hit: 12 (2d6 + 5) Slashing damage plus 13 (3d8) Necrotic damage. Hellfire Orb (Recharge 5–6). Dexterity Saving Throw: DC

Mist Horror

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

Mist Horror Shapeless Stalker in the Mists Habitat: Any; Treasure: None Irina Nordsol The Mists separating the Domains of Dread are far from safe—or empty. Mist horrors are animate clouds of vapor

, Unconscious Senses Blindsight 120 ft.; Passive Perception 11 Languages None Challenge 3 (XP 700; PB +2) Traits Air Form. The mist horror can enter an enemy’s space and stop there. It can move

Yuan-ti Pureblood Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

implement better tactics. Any enemy who chases a group of fleeing yuan-ti might be on the victorious side of a rout or could be heading into a trap; if the enemy has been encountered before, it is likely

you’re roleplaying a yuan-ti, the following tables contain possible inspiration. They suggest characteristics that a yuan-ti might possess. Yuan-ti Personality Traits d8 Personality

Character Creation

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

of the corruptible, the resolve of the truly heroic—the Dark Powers savor these traits. Whether for a night or an eternity, Ravenloft seeks heroes of all sorts and pits them against their greatest

nightmares. This chapter explores how to create a character prepared to face the horrors of Ravenloft, while also forging ties to the haunted pedigrees and grim fates common to the Domains of Dread

Lineages

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Lineages In the Land of the Mists, power and dread lie in the simple question “What happened to me?” The following lineages are races that characters might gain through remarkable events. These

power of vampirism surges through them. Once able to exhale destructive energy, the dragonborn now feels a powerful hunger inside, and their bite is now able to drain life. Some racial traits might

Mist Horror

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Masters: Ravenloft Play-Along Pack

Mist Horror Shapeless Stalker in the Mists Habitat: Any; Treasure: None The Mists separating the Domains of Dread are far from safe—or empty. Mist horrors are animate clouds of vapor, barely

Blindsight 120 ft.; Passive Perception 11 Languages None Challenge 3 (XP 700; PB +2) Traits Air Form. The mist horror can enter an enemy’s space and stop there. It can move through a space as

Mist Wanderer

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

Mist Wanderer Traveler Between Domains Habitat: Any; Treasure: Arcana, Individual Polar Engine Those who travel between the Domains of Dread develop traditions that hasten their travel and protect

; PB +2) Traits Death Curse. Charisma Saving Throw: DC 13, each creature in a 5-foot Emanation originating from the wanderer when it dies. Failure: The target is cursed. While cursed, the target

Merrow

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

theories reveal little about these monsters but overmuch of the dread lurking beyond our certain shores. —Leomund David Auden nash Merrow Large Monstrosity, Chaotic Evil AC 13 Initiative

Wis 10 +0 +0 Cha 9 −1 −1 Senses Darkvision 60 ft.; Passive Perception 10 Languages Abyssal, Primordial (Aquan) CR 2 (XP 450; PB +2) Traits Amphibious. The merrow can

Azalin Rex

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

Azalin Rex Darklord Who Won’t Be Caged Guilherme Motta “It is customary to kneel before your dread lord.” —Azalin Rex In Darkon, Azalin was a tyrannical wizard-king obeyed by the living and the

was that of a moldering lich, eyes ablaze with blasphemous energy. Since arriving in the Domains of Dread, Azalin has been unable to learn new magic. For a wizard who forsook his mortality to pursue

Jander Sunstar

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

vampiric urges and eventually falling in love with an adventurer named Anna, who claimed to be from another world. When Jander revealed his true nature, Anna’s companions assisted her in fleeing him. In

Sunstar’s Traits Ideal. “Vampirism is a curse that must be eradicated—from myself most of all.” Bond. “I will suffer nobly, enduring my curse so I can bring about an end to history’s greatest scourge

Ramya Vasavadan

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

+5) Traits Darklord Restoration. If Ramya dies, her body dissolves into mist, and she gains a new body in 1d10 weeks, reviving with all her Hit Points somewhere in Kalakeri. Legendary Resistance

the Incapacitated condition. Actions Multiattack. Ramya makes three Dread Blade attacks. Dread Blade. Melee Attack Roll: +10, reach 5 ft. Hit: 12 (2d6 + 5) Slashing damage plus 9 (2d8) Necrotic

Imp

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

pass unseen make them skillful spies and adept at fleeing danger. Imps sent to surveil other creatures relate what they discover to their masters, but they frequently omit important details or cast

Common, Infernal CR 1 (XP 200; PB +2) Traits Magic Resistance. The imp has Advantage on saving throws against spells and other magical effects. Actions Sting. Melee Attack Roll: +5, reach 5

Mist Walker

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Mist Walker The Mists grip all who tread the Domains of Dread, but you know how to slip through their grasp. You can navigate the Mists successfully given enough time and a little luck, but this

this Dark Gift. Additionally, you gain the traits that follow. Misty Travels d4 Origin 1 You learned a secret about the nature of the Mists. Ever since, you can manipulate them, but the lands

Nightmare

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual

Nightmare Dread Steed of the Lower Planes Habitat: Planar (Lower Planes); Treasure: None Alejandro Pacheco Nightmares resemble horses with flaming manes, burning hooves, and smoldering eyes. They

Understands Abyssal, Common, and Infernal but can’t speak CR 3 (XP 700; PB +2) Traits Confer Fire Resistance. The nightmare can grant Resistance to Fire damage to a rider while it is on the

Vampires

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

Vampires Monstrous Life Drinkers Habitat: Underdark, Urban; Treasure: Any Horrific varieties of blood-drinking vampires spread their wickedness across the Domains of Dread. Vampire Nosferatu

plus one other language Challenge 8 (XP 3,900; PB +3) Traits Blood Frenzy. The nosferatu has Advantage on attack rolls against any creature that doesn’t have all its Hit Points. Regeneration

Firan Zal'honan

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft

Zal’honan’s Traits Ideal. “Secrets are power. No foe can hide their mysteries from me.” Bond. “None of this is real. I will endure this test. I will reap my reward. I will have my revenge.” Flaw. “My genius

party into conflict with the most prominent villains in the Domains of Dread. Use the statistics of a human archmage to represent Firan. He is accompanied by an imp named Skeever, who appears as a

Dark Elves (Drow)

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

near entrances to the Underdark, because they are harmed by the light of day, which weakens them and their magic. Drow who become adventurers often do so after fleeing the oppressive, cruel theocracy of

the city-states. Most of these individuals live as outcasts and wanderers, though a rare few find new homes with another race or culture. Drow have the racial traits of dark elves in the Player’s

Cellar Complex: Spring

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist

Losser Mirklav is a lightfoot halfling mage, with these changes: He is chaotic evil and has 31 (9d6) hit points. He has these racial traits: He is Small, and his walking speed is 25 feet. He can move

chase after the fleeing kenku that has the Stone of Golorr in its clutches. Proceed with encounter 3, “Street Chase.”

Priest of Osybus

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

foul bargain made with dread powers, these priests can defy death by transforming into undead. Centuries ago, Osybus, a mysterious figure of immense ambition and evil, founded the order of priests that

other languages Challenge 6 (XP 2,300; PB +3) Traits Tattoo of Osybus. If damage reduces the priest to 0 Hit Points, it receives a random boon. Roll 1d6 to determine the boon the priest receives

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