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Khundrukar held many fine implements of war in its heyday, many of them now lost to time.
Clues point to some of long dead Master Smith Durgeddins handiwork in the service of
sinister forces that bid their time deep in the Underdark. Reclaim the riches of Khundrukar
from the darkness if you dare.
Bill Benham
Author
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Introduction Before Play at the Table
Welcome to Relics of Khundrukar, a D&D Before you start play, consider the following:
Adventurers League adventure, part of the
official D&D Adventurers League organized play Read through the adventure, taking notes of
system and the Tales of the Yawning Portal anything youd like to highlight or remind
storyline season. yourself of while running the adventure, such as
This adventure is designed for three to seven a way youd like to portray an NPC or a tactic
2nd-3rd level characters and is optimized for a youd like to use in a combat. Become familiar
group of five 3rd level characters at Tier 1. Also, with the adventures appendices and handouts.
it is designed for three to seven 6th-7th level Gather any resources youd like to use to aid you
characters and is optimized for five 8th level in running this adventure--such as notecards, a
characters at Tier 2. Characters outside these DM screen, miniatures, and battlemaps.
level ranges cannot participate in this adventure. Ask the players to provide you with relevant
This adventure takes deep beneath the Stone character information, such as name, race, class,
Tootha craggy mountain 30 miles northwest of and level; passive Wisdom (Perception), and
Mirabar that houses the dwarven stronghold of anything specified as notable by the adventure
Khundrukar. (such as backgrounds, traits, flaws, etc.)
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Part 1. The March Available evidence points to the duergar having
plundered weapons, armor, and religious relics
Estimated Duration: 60 minutes sacred to Moradin before departing.
The adventure begins with the characters These duergar are members of Clan Xornbane
assembling in the Upperdark beneath the Stone and typically act as forward elements/explorers
Tooth at the behest of the Factions. Before the for Gracklestugh, a great duergar city.
adventure begins, please have a copy of DM A duergar force of unknown strength is
Handout A handy. martialed dangerously close to Mirabar.
The Council of Sparkling Stones is offering 150
General Features gold (T1) or 350 gold (T2) and their heartfelt
The Upperdark has the following general features: gratitude for recovering the religious artifacts.
Terrain. Winding tunnels and lightless caverns. Any weapons or armor from Khundrukar may
Weather. Generally moist and cool. be kept as a reward for services rendered,
Light. Save intermittent growths of phosphorescent although any of the master smith Durgeddins
fungi, it is pitch dark. handiwork that is returned would be highly
Smells and Sounds. The Upperdark smells earthy and prized.
damp. It is also unnervingly quiet save the occasional There are approximately 100 volunteers
chirrup and squeak of vermin. assembled with Zern Xerkstil that are prepared
to confront the duergar invaders. These
Answering the Call volunteers are a mixture of miners, brewers,
smiths, and farmers. All of them have a measure
The looting of Khundrukar by gray dwarves has of militia training and all have a deep and
caused a furor among the dwarven lords of the abiding faith in the dwarven pantheon, best
Sword Coast. The Factions, led primarily by the described as zealous laypersons. There are also
Lords Alliance and the Order of the Gauntlet have a handful of ordained priests from the various
convened an assembly to right this wrong: dwarven gods present to provide divine aid.
Anyone who did not come prepared for a journey
Three score of hard bitten adventurers stand in loose ranks to the Underdark will be given a chance to buy
around a stern half-orc in full plate armor bearing the sigil supplies at half the usual rate. Mirabar is a trade
of a gauntlet adorned with a stylized eye. The name Zern city, they dont give things away. As the force
Xerkstil and Hammer of Impiltur, are murmured in marshals and prepares to move out, the party has
respectful tones as he thunders instructions to all and a choice of where they wish to march:
sundry. Friends, heroes, hear me now. Gray Dwarves, Scouts (Track A). Range ahead of the main force
puppets of the Infernal Dark, have robbed this place of and find danger first. Best for groups that want
treasures sacred to Moradin. This transgression cannot a play experience that favors stealth.
stand! Cowards that they are, the thieves fled to the Pickets (Track B). Guard against attackers and
depths. We, stalwart and resolute, will find them and take ambushers that manage to elude the Scouts.
solemn retribution for this affront. Best for groups that want a straight up fight.
Rear Guard (Track C). Escort the supplies and
noncombatants marching behind the main body.
Zern Xerkstil, Hammer of Impiltur Best for groups that would prefer some social
A longtime member of the Order of the Gauntlet, Zern is a interaction as well as combat.
stalwart paladin of Helm with penchant for destroying Once the party has chosen where they wish to
devils. He is well known amongst the Order and prides march, please notify the administrator, and go
himself on deeds, not words. Thus, he has come to aid the to the appropriate section. Note, each section has
faithful of Mirabar in their quest.
appropriate tasks for both tiers of play.
Please have the characters introduce themselves
and provide the following pieces of information: Track A. Scouts
Adventurers exploring the ruins of Khundrukar Please read the following:
beneath Stone Tooth several days ago,
discovered the presence of duergar warriors.
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charges. It takes a total of four successful DC 15 Dexterity
With preparations made, the expedition is under way. As
checks made with thieves tools to completely disable all
the main body belts out a chorus of bawdy marching
the explosive charges. Any check which fails by 5 or more
cadences, your group slips off into the caves in the route of sets off the trap immediately inflicting an additional 11
march, alert for signs of danger. (2d10) fire damage on the creature attempting to disarm
For two grueling hours, you pick carefully through the the trap in addition to the bludgeoning damage. Preventing
damp, lightless confines of the Underdark until you arrive the command detonation trigger is as simple as keeping
at a grotto dotted with fungal growth and reeking with fire away from the fuse. Area of effect fire damage will also
detonate the trap. See Map 1: Ambush at Zhurkwood
decay. There appears to be one exit large enough for the
Grotto for additional details regarding the placement of
column on the far side of the chamber. explosives and the fuse.
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pursuers in hidden fighting positions (Tier 1) or XP Award (Tier 2)
four duergar soulblades, two derro assassins, If the characters manage to disable the Explosive
and a duergar stone shaper (Tier 2). The derro Burial trap without any of the explosives being
are set up to have effective fire on anyone detonated, award 300 XP.
attempting to disarm the charges. The stone guard
and scouts attempt a fighting retreat, trying to
gain advantage and snipe at foes until most the Track B. Pickets
party is inside the trap zone, then the stone guard Please read the following:
detonates the tunnel by lighting the fuse. Should
the stone guard be killed, one of the scouts With preparations made, the expedition is under way. As
immediately light the fuse once in range. The
the main body belts out a chorus of bawdy marching
derro will not light the fuse, however. Remember,
cadences, your group moves out smartly to provide a
the overriding goal of this group is to block the
screening force for the main column.
advance of the dwarven force thereby giving Clan
Xornbane more time to prepare for the coming For two grueling hours, you pick carefully through the
conflict. Feel free to modify the placement of foes damp, lightless confines of the Underdark until you step
as you see fit. through to a stiflingly humid cavern. A dim orange glow
Shriekers are in the fugal growths as indicated emanates from a chasm 50 ahead illuminating an
on Map 1. Ambush at Zhurkwood Grotto. A DC assortment of stalactites jutting from the ceiling while
14 Wisdom (Perception) check is required to spot figures hurry back and forth in on the far side of the chasm.
the fighting positions.
There is enough terrain variety to allow clever
The section is now broken out by tier.
players to approach very close to the tunnel
mouth and trap without being detected.
Defense of Molten Cavern
Adjusting this Encounter
General Features
Here are some suggestions for adjusting this encounter.
These are not cumulative. The molten cavern has the following general features:
Terrain. Smooth, natural stone bordered by a 25 wide
Weak Group: Remove a duergar
chasm. The chasm is 60 deep with a river of magma
Strong Group: Add a duergar
running through it.
Very Strong Group: Add a duergar soulblade Weather. Uncomfortably hot and humid.
Light. Dim light emanates from the magma flow in the
Adjusting this Encounter chasm.
Here are some suggestions for adjusting this encounter. Smells. The stink of sulfur permeates the chamber.
These are not cumulative. After roughly two hours of travel the characters
Weak Group: Remove a derro assassin encounter a force of duergar attempting to flank
Strong Group: Add a duergar soulblade the Mirabar column. Players from both tiers of
Very Strong Group: Add a derro assassin and a duergar play are fighting in the same area for the same
soulblade objectives, use the tier appropriate statistics for
the encounter.
Development The Xornbane raiders seek to raid the
Count Tier 1 and Tier 2 successes as one for Mirabaran column, disrupt the order of march,
purposes of this encounter. Record the results of and slow forward progress. The primary objective
this encounter in DM Handout B and report them for the players is to turn back the raiders, simple
to the Administrator. Now take a hard stop and as that. Consequences for failure and the impact
wait until the Admin tells the groups to move to for the rest of the adventure are listed in DM
the next section. Handout A.
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riding darflier moths (Tier 2). The foes are With preparations and huzzahs made, the expedition is
advancing from the east side of the map as officially under way. While the main body starts up a
indicated on Map 2. Defense of Molten Cavern.
rousing chorus of bawdy dwarven marching cadences, your
group agrees to provide security for the supply train. Thirty
Adjusting this Encounter odd drovers, pack animals, and wagons loaded with
Here are some suggestions for adjusting this encounter. provisions set out at a ponderous pace. The smell of
These are not cumulative. manure fills the air of the tunnels and caverns as the
Weak Group: Remove a derro darkflier caravan lumbers along slowly but surely. Ahead, the route
Strong Group: Add a derro darkflier of march narrows and drops suddenly, causing the supply
Very Strong Group: Add a kavalrachni train to halt and tempers to flare.
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Robishoe. Damaran human, a disgraced former Also, have two or three of the drovers not want to
cavalryman who has taken to droving to make be in the order the characters have chosen for
ends meet. Feels he should be the lead wagon, them. You dont need to require checks to gain
unafraid to say this. compliance, use it to encourage role playing.
Nudge. Half orc, smells strongly of overripe
cheese, pleasant but not an articulate fellow. Adjusting this Encounter
Unsurprisingly, hauls cheese and dried foods.
Here are some suggestions for adjusting this encounter.
Quintus the Quarrel. Illuskan human, grabby These are not cumulative.
hands and a smart mouth. Hauls ammunition
Weak Group: Remove an ankheg hatchling
and just wants to get this over with.
Strong Group: Add an ankheg hatchling
Ontos Copperkettle. Shield dwarf from
Very Strong Group: Add an ankheg
Sundabar, hauls the pots, pans, and sundries for
the mobile kitchen. Talks about food,
specifically the uses of fungus, constantly Adjusting this Encounter
Paedric the Pudge. morbidly obese Mirabaran Here are some suggestions for adjusting this encounter.
shield dwarf. Dislikes walking, very much enjoys These are not cumulative.
listening to Ontos, friendly enough otherwise. Weak Group: Remove an umber hulk
Mogrid Anvilhammer. Mirabaran shield dwarf Strong Group: Add an umber hulk hatchling
hauling field smithing supplies. Eager to get past Very Strong Group: Add an umber hulk
this and get moving. Tendency to tell
irritatingly pointless stories, but a nice fellow. Development
The supply train was moving along in double Record the results of this encounter in DM
ranks but must now narrow to single file. The Handout B and report them to the Administrator.
personalities above make this ordinarily simple Now take a hard stop and wait until the Admin
task much more difficult as they bicker with each tells the groups to move to the next section.
other and the characters. The characters must find (solution: M, R, S, N, O, P, Q, L)
a workable order in a timely fashion or risk
bogging down the main column. This is, XP Award (Tier 1)
essentially, a logic puzzle with a time limit. The If the characters manage to solve the puzzle
following conditions exist: without resorting to violence with the drovers
Lummy and Quintus will each line up following award 150xp.
Paedric.
Scolowin will line up before Ontos and Lummy. XP Award (Tier 2)
Mogrid will line up before Scolowin. If the characters manage to solve the puzzle
Paedric cant get moving before Nudge. without undue assistance and before time runs
Scolowin and Nudge will follow Robishoe out award 300 XP.
The characters have until the end of this section to
figure out the puzzle. However, at a time of your
choosing a group of an ankheg and two ankheg
hatchlings (Tier 1) or two umber hulks and an
umber hulk hatchling (Tier 2) attracted by the
smells and sounds of draft animals attack the
supply train. As all the creatures can burrow, feel
free to have them pop up in unexpected locations
based on how you choose to represent the convoy.
The drovers (commoners) only fight if
cornered. You do not have to start the fight right
away, but dont wait too long. Use the attack to
spur the party on if they seem to be bogging down.
The solution is in DM Handout A as are the
consequences should the party not figure out the
correct order. Feel free to add whatever quirks to
the drovers you like to enhance the experience.
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Heavily manned, well-fortified trenches
Part 2. Battle for Grave Dust o
blocking the main route of advance
Cavern, Part 1. o Odd lights coming from the high point
behind the trench line
Estimated Duration: 60 minutes o Some unusual tunnels are present in this
The Mirabar expedition reaches a forlorn cavern cavern, they should be explored.
where the battle against Clan Xornbane begins in The commander of the Xornbane forces is
earnest. believed to be coordinating the defense towards
the rear of the cavern.
General Features Zern and the dwarves are marshalling to attack
The cavern has the following general features: through the center of the cavern in force.
Terrain. The floor of this cavern is coated in a fine, gray Supplies and water are sufficient for now, but
dust that coats everything it touches and the bones of the forces of Mirabar cannot mount a protracted
gigantic humanoid creatures dot the landscape. A lone, siege.
rocky promontory dominates the far western end of the The characters have three options to prepare for
cavern and trenchworks have been constructed at the
the assault:
midpoint. The ceiling is over 100 in height and dotted with
A. Reduce the trench line (Combat)
stalactites.
Temperature. The cavern is cool and dry.
B. Infiltrate the Lines(Stealth)
Visibility. Unless otherwise specified, the interior of the C. Explore the Tunnels (Exploration)
cavern is completely dark save an eerie flickering atop the Without the aid of the heroes, the Mirabarans will
promontory. Any creature disturbing the dust coating the be slaughtered by the well prepared duergar.
cavern causes plumes of dust to kick up creating an Have the players spend a few moments deciding
obscuring cloud. Any creature moving more than 20 feet which option theyd like and once they decide
within 5 feet of the cavern floor causes a 10-foot cloud of which option they wish to pursue, go to the
dust to kick up granting partial concealment centered on appropriate section and inform the Administrator
the creature at the end of its movement. of your tables choice and table number.
Smells and Sounds. Ancient decay and oddly, brimstone.
The distant shout and clangor of warriors preparing for NOTE: Encounters in part 2 are combined for both
battle. tiers. Tier appropriate statistics are included
where appropriate.
Preparing for War
Read the following to the players:
A. Reduce the Trench Line
This mission is combat intensive and involves
After a punishing march the assembled forces of Mirabar defending a group of dwarven sappers from waves
have finally encountered the bulk of Clan Xornbanes forces of duergar attackers as the dwarves attempt to
in a dusty, dead cavern leagues from anywhere. The place petards to reduce (blow up) a chunk of the
doughty gray dwarves have assembled a formidable duergar trench network enabling the main attack
defense at first glance. Formidable spiked trenchworks
force to advance much more easily.
As the characters set out, please read the
wend between the massive bones of some long
following:
monstrosities. A stone promontory juts defiantly behind
the Xornbane lines some 60 feet in the air, its summit
Tension is high as your group prepares to move out. Four
flickering with a sickly eldritch light. Further back, dust stirs
shield dwarves dressed in sturdy, dark gray work tunics,
as the duergar toil away preparing for the coming fight.
their faces smeared with charcoal, each heft a single barrel
filled with gnomish blasting powder. They exchange
Zern Xerkstil sets about rallying and directing the knowing nods with each other before settling their
Mirabarans before calling for a war council with collective gazes on you all. One barks at you all as he
the assembled heroes. Now, send a player to
glances towards the duergar lines, Alright ye plonks, lets
gather a status report from the Administrator
git tae business. The blood trench wont blow isself up.
(DM Handout B) and use the information from it
below. Zern outlines the following:
Have the characters determine their marching
Condition of Mirabaran forces (Status Report) order to include the dwarven sappers and how
Displacement of Clan Xornbane
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they wish to approach. The duergar lines are The sappers make all Dexterity (Stealth) checks at
about 100 meters forward of the allied lines and disadvantage due to their rattling equipment and the fact
there are sentries posted along the duergar trench that theyre carrying bombs the size of barrels in hand
network as shown on Map 3. Grave Dust Cavern. carts.
The sentries are visible with a DC 12 Wisdom
(Perception) check. As the group approaches, the Foes and Tactics
sappers point out the best locations for the The duergar have sentries on alert along the
explosives to be placed and notify the characters. trench line with a passive Perception 14. Once the
These locations are shown on the map. party is within 60 feet of the trench line, start
If the characters disagree with the choice of making passive Perception checks, once the party
placement, the sappers argue vehemently in their fails roll initiative. Should the party make it all the
own support. They will, however, throw their way to the line, the noisy sappers give them away
hands up and agree if a character refuses to back and combat begins. The duergar forces attack in
down. This is less than ideal as detailed below. waves as detailed below:
The objectives of this mission and key parameters
are as follows: Tier 1
Round 1: Four derro (starting round of combat)
Place four petards and defend them for five Round 2: A duergar and three derro infernals
rounds while the sappers arm them. The Round 4: Two spined devils and two derro
petards detonate at the end of the 6th round of shock troopers
combat if properly armed.
The petards must remain in the appropriate
area as detailed on the map. Adjusting this Encounter
Early detonation does not count as a failure if Here are some suggestions for adjusting this encounter.
the petard is placed properly. It is, however, These are not cumulative.
very bad for the sapper and anyone caught in Weak Group: Remove the duergar from Wave 2
the blast radius. Strong Group: Add a duergar to Wave 1
At least two of the petards must detonate in the Very Strong Group: Add a spined devil to Wave 2
appropriate area for this mission to be
considered a success. Tier 2
A character may arm a petard by spending their Round 1: Four derro assassins
action making a DC 12 Intelligence check until 5 Round 2: A duergar flamekeeper and three
such checks are made. The sappers make this bearded devils
check automatically. Should a sapper fall, count
Round 4: Two spined devils two duergar
how many rounds arming the petard have
infernals, one derro assassin and a bearded
passed, this determines how many checks a
devil
player must make.
The sappers act on initiative count 10 (losing
ties) each round. Adjusting this Encounter
Here are some suggestions for adjusting this encounter.
These are not cumulative.
Sappers n Splosions
Weak Group: Remove the duergar flamekeeper from
The Mirabaran sappers are miners with experience in using
Wave 2
gnomish blasting powder. They are absolutely committed
to seeing this mission through unto death. Use dwarf Strong Group: Add a bearded devil to Wave 1
warrior statistics for the sappers and the following statistics Very Strong Group: Add a spined devil to Wave 2
for the petards: The first wave targets whoever they see first with
Petard (medium object): AC 15, HP 18, immune to poison ranged attacks. The second wave attacks the
and psychic damage, vulnerable to fire and lightning sappers preferentially until reduced to half hit
damage.
points. The third wave stays at range and splits
Detonation. When reduced to 0 hit points or when
attacks between sappers and ranged threats.
detonated the petard detonates for 10d8 (40) fire damage
and 10d8 (40) thunder damage DC 15 Dexterity save for
There is nothing stopping the characters from
half. The petard moves a significant amount of earth when detonating the barrels as soon as they are in place
it explodes. and not waiting for the sappers to do their work.
These actions, however, carry consequences. See
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the Rewards section for more details. Remember, to the temptations of the imp, Scrubius, and
the characters do not have to defeat all the foes to instructed his flamekeeper priests to summon
succeed with this encounter, only set off the devils to aid the duergar in their defense. Those
petards in the proper locations. devils are now summoning other devils, as devils
are wont to do.
Developments The strange lights seen on the promontory are
If the characters succeed in detonating at least 2 the summoning rituals. It is vital that these
of the petards read the following: activities come to light and the summonings be
stopped.
When the party is ready, read the following:
The entire cavern shakes with the ear-splitting force of the
sapper charges. Dirt and dust fill the air in a choking cloud
It is almost a relief to leave the noise and bustle of the war
reducing visibility to nothing for several minutes. As the
camp behind as your group sets out to reconnoiter behind
dust clears, a ragged crater is visible in the Xornbane lines.
enemy lines. The duergar trench system is a formidable
Disoriented duergar soldiers stagger about, dazed and
lattice of stone spikes, derro snipers, and who knows what
confused.
else. Hellish red light pulses from your objective, the rocky
outcropping jutting from behind the duergar works. Time
If the characters fail in their mission read the to get to it.
following:
A tremendous explosion rocks the cavern throwing dust Before setting out allow the players time to
prepare. Inform them that they are attempting to
and debris in the air. When the dust settles, the Xornbane
infiltrate a heavily guarded area full of nasty
trenchworks sit battered but whole. A dispirited groan
beings ready for war. Remember the dusty terrain
escapes the Mirabaran lines as they see the killing ground
and remind the players about how it kicks up
still intact. when they move too quickly. Some examples of
ways that the characters can prepare for this
If the characters detonate no petards, upon their excursion:
return Zern and the Mirabarans shake their heads
Darken exposed skin, darkvision still only sees
sadly and contemplate taking the formidable
in black and white. Light colors stand out.
Xornbane lines. Please report the success or
Subdue metal surfaces
failure of your table to the Administrator and wait
for the order to proceed to the next encounter. If Tie down loose equipment to prevent it rattling
the characters opted to take the easy route and Do not feel obligated to share this information,
self-detonate the petards thereby killing the perhaps have the characters make a check you
sappers, they earn the story award Fratricide. deem appropriate to glean this information,
perhaps a DC 12 Intelligence check. Certain
XP Award (Tier 1) backgrounds might already know this information
If the characters kept all the sappers alive award also (Soldier for example). Once the party is ready,
them 150 XP and the story award A Sappers Best follow this sequence:
Friend. Dexterity (Stealth) Group Check. If the party
took appropriate steps to prepare, give them
XP Award (Tier 2) advantage. Their preparations may also
If the characters kept all the sappers alive award positively or negatively affect their challenge as
them 350 XP and the story award A Sappers Best you see fit. Reward creativity, and punish the
Friend. lack thereof.
Bypass the Sentries. The party encounters a
setback during their infiltration.
B. Infiltrate the Lines Determine the Outcome. This affects their
This mission requires the characters to infiltrate ultimate objective, the summoning circle.
the duergar lines and recon whatever is occurring Reach the High Ground. The party reaches the
on the promontory. summoning circle.
Unbeknownst to the heroes, Tormag Xornbane,
leader of the duergar expedition, has succumbed
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Sentries! Remember that the party has 60 minutes for
As the party advances, carefully and quietly both this setback and the actual objective. Failing
through the broken, rocky terrain of the duergar to finish the final objective before time is called
lines, they spot a quartet of duergar soldiers results in failure of the mission.
blocking their route of ingress with a lone spined
devil perched on a boulder about 20 feet away. The High Ground
The duergar have a passive Perception of 12 (Tier If the party fails to overcome the sentries describe
1) or 15 (Tier 2). If the group is spotted, two of the them arriving to the following area to the chorus
sentries move to investigate the party. If not, the of alarm bells and shouting in addition to the
party must determine how they wish to dispatch following:
the sentries. Have the party describe what they
wish to do to bypass or eliminate the sentries with The dusty expanse of the cavern breaks in to a steep incline
the following bits of information to guide you: leading to the summit of a large, rocky outcropping. As you
The party is currently in an area with good approach, the source of the unusual lights becomes clear.
cover from uneven terrain. Duergar in robes and mail armor stand chanting near
The terrain evens out before they reach the circles of power flaring rhythmically with hellfire. At the
objective. They will eventually be spotted when center of it all is a stone pillar standing 5 feet high and 3
they run out of cover and it will take entirely too feet in diameter. It is cut in a wonder of rune inscribed
long to belly crawl to the objective. geometric shapes, all linked together in perfect unison. The
The sentries are alert and dont appear to be cracks between each shape pulse with a hellish light in time
roving and they are blocking access to the with the chanting emitting waves of power to the
objective. summoning circles.
Time is a factor, they dont have all day to gather
their information.
A Wisdom (Perception) check of 10 or above The duergar flamekeepers here are channeling
reveals no other nearby guards, although loud hellfire through a ritual linked to the stone pillar,
noises (melee combat, flashy magic) would an infernal device called Mephistopheless Tooth.
attract attention Should they complete their ritual the duergar will
be able to call hellfire down on their foes making
Once these guards are dispatched, they are clear
the assault much harder.
for the objective.
The party must disable the Tooth to complete
The sentries are duergar for Tier 1 and
this mission. A DC 12 Intelligence (Arcana) or
duergar stone guards at Tier 2 for purposes of
Intelligence (Religion) check indicates the purpose
saving throws. The spined devil is unchanged.
of the device. Tieflings are instinctively aware of
Position the guards and determine terrain as
the hellfire in the device and how very bad that is.
you see fit. There could be a low cooking fire, a
If the characters failed to overcome the sentries,
couple of stones set for seats, a couple small
guards are in place that complicate the encounter.
tents, a team of draft animals nearby, etc. Dont
get crazy, its a military camp, use that as a
guideline. Give the party terrain to work with, Foes and Tactics
but dont make it too easy-this is an opportunity The layout of this area is detailed in Map 4.
to problem solve. Mephistopheless Tooth. There are 4 duergar
Any spells or abilities used to overcome this conducting the ritual around the Tooth guarded
challenge are expended normally. by a duergar infernals (Tier 1) or two bearded
devils (Tier 2). The flamekeepers dont initiate
combat, but stay focused on their ritual unless
Allow the players to come up with a course of
attacked or otherwise disrupted (area of effect
action to deal with the sentries that makes sense,
damage, recovering from incapacitating effects,
make skill checks that are tier appropriate, and
etc.). If the camp was alerted, then a spined devil
abstract any combat. For example, if the rogue
(Tier 1) or a durzagon are also present.
manages to sneak up and garrote a sentry, the
Any foes present attempt to stop the destruction
sentry dies. Should they fail to account for the
or deactivation of the Tooth at all costs. Use the
other three sentries, the alert is sounded and the
tier appropriate statistics below:
party fails. The consequences for failure are
Tier 1.
outlined below.
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Trap: Mephistopheless Tooth At the top of every round, each duergar who
continues the ritual calls forth a lemure from its
Simple trap (level 1-4, moderate threat)
respective arcane circle up to a maximum of four.
This trap is a fiendish device that channels hellfire for
offensive use.
On initiative count 10 (losing ties), the lemures
Trigger. Improperly activating or shutting down the trap actsmoving as fast as possible towards the
triggers it. device. Every time a lemure touches the device, it
Effect. When triggered, a pulse of hellfire emanates from explodes in a fountain of infernal energy and gore,
the device in a 30 radius. Any creature in the area when inflicting 1d10 (5) fire damage in a 20-foot radius
the trap is triggered must succeed on a DC 11 Dexterity and poisoning anyone affected. A successful DC 11
saving throw or take 11 (2d10) fire damage and be thrown Constitution saving throw negates the poison
15 away from the device and knocked prone. A DC 11 condition. At Tier 2 the damage changes to 2d10
Wisdom (Perception) or Intelligence (Investigation) check (10) fire damage and a DC 13 Constitution saving
reveals scorch marks emanating from the base of the throw to negate the poison.
device to a 30 radius.
Countermeasures. A DC 12 Wisdom (Perception) check
reveals a pattern in the interlocking glyphs on the device It
Developments
takes a total of four (4) DC 15 Dexterity checks made with If the party fails to deactivate the device before
thieves tools to properly shut the device down. The device time elapses on this section, read the following:
may also be shut down by expending a spell slot and
making a DC 15 Intelligence (Arcana) or DC 15 Intelligence Suddenly, a font of blazing infernal light erupts from the
(Religion) check within 30 of the device. Any of these column bathing the summit in a baleful, reddish glow. The
checks which fails by 5 or more sets off the trap ceiling shudders as multiple flaming portals open across its
immediately, after which it resets at the start of the
breadth. Flaming hunks of stone begin falling from the
following round. The device requires 4 total successes from
any listed countermeasure. The device can only be affected portals, arcing towards the Mirabaran lines.
by one attempt per round.
Tier 2. Should they succeed read the following:
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Terrain. Smooth, almost polished tunnels of stone The passing of a particularly large purple worm is,
varying between 10 and 20 feet in diameter. The tunnels unsurprisingly, causing a cave in. Everything is
wend and wind in erratic directions, sometimes crossing not lost, however, as the collapse drops the party
one another. Traversing steeply angled tunnels requires down a particularly large tunnel running beneath
magical assistance or climbing equipment. where they were standing. The party is now on an
Light. None.
impromptu luge course and must think quickly to
Smells and Sounds. A vaguely vinegary tang hangs in the
survive.
air. Distant rumbling sounds from time to time.
The Luge!
This event takes place over the course of 30
No sooner than they entered this dusty cavern in pursuit of seconds for the characters. For the players, they
the duergar, the dwarves of Mirabar set to work must work together to not die for 5 rounds. Use
establishing a base camp. Shortly thereafter a a quartet of the following table of complications as a guide and
unusual tunnels were discovered in a corner of the cavern. feel free to make up your own keeping the DCs in
The stone of the tunnels is worn smooth as if by acid and line with what is presented in the sidebar.
neatly uniform in circumference, easily wide enough to
accommodate two men marching abreast. Luge! Events, Reactions, and Consequences
In this event, the characters are plunged in to 30 seconds
Any character with a military background of insanity as they rocket through a collapsing 20 wide
recognizes the tactical significance of these pitch dark underground tunnel to parts unknown at roughly
tunnels. They could be a route in to the flank of 60 mph (96 kph). Damage is given by Tier, use save DCs of
either 11 for Tier 1 or 13 for Tier 2. Choose a complication,
either force, but they must be explored first. A DC
the player chooses a reaction, then decide on a
12 Intelligence (Nature) check reveals that adult
consequence for each player for 5 rounds. Roll initiative or
purple worms most likely created these tunnels. A notyour choice.
DC 12 Intelligence (History) check indicates that Complications
this area borders on a region of the Underdark
Very Sharp Rocks. The cracking stone has punched up in a
known as the Wormwrithings, a vast network of
series of jagged spokes on a patch of the tunnel
tunnels and egg chambers populated by purple
I Feel So Funky. A slimy patch of fungus coats a section of
worms. tunnel
Zern Xerkstil and the Mirabarans wish to Im Flying! The tunnel buckles, turning a section of it in to
explore the tunnels to see if they offer a tactical a ramp.
advantage. They send a team of miners to explore Its in My Eyes! This section of tunnel has large webs
another tunnel and have a team standing by to strung across it.
collapse the tunnel entrances should a significant Tumbling Stones. Large rocks fall from the collapsing
threat try to use the them. The characters have ceiling and tumble around the character
about two hours to explore and return. Reactions
Dodge! Duck! The character attempts to fling themselves
Spelunking from harm (Dexterity save)
The worm tunnels are unlike the caverns and Grit Your Teeth. Gird yourself for danger by relying on
tunnels the characters have traversed thus far, your resilience and/or armor protect you. (Constitution)
sloping up and down at extreme angles as they Im a Leaf on the Wind. Use your keen insight or wit to
wind through the earth. After about a half hour of pick your way past an obstacle (Intelligence or Wisdom
strenuous travel, read the following: save for damage)
Consequences
The journey thus far has been physically demanding, but Cut to Ribbons Take 1d10 (5) or 2d10 (10) slashing
danger has not reared its head. Shortly after reaching the damage, save for half.
top of a particularly steep tunnel, the low rumbling that has Bashed to Pieces. Take 1d10 (5) or 2d10 (10) bludgeoning
shaken the tunnels periodically over the last half hour damage, save for half.
increases drastically in intensity. Alarmingly, the walls begin Entangled! Speed is halved until a successful DC 11 or 13
to crack as dirt and dust rain down from above. The floor Strength saving throw is made. Take 3 or 5 bludgeoning
damage each turn until the save is made from bits of the
collapses as you plunge in to the depths, the ceiling
tunnel striking you.
collapsing behind you.
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Covered in Slime. You are poisoned until a successful depart in an expeditious fashion and the
Constitution saving throw is made mission is a failure. If there is a significant
Hard Landing. You are Incapacitated until the end of your amount of time left, feel free to create an
next turn. ambush that is tier appropriate to the party that
Improvising occurs on the partys return to the cavern.
Allow characters to improvise! A burning hands spell can The box in question is an old lockbox of gnomish
destroy a web, players can pull ropes and other objects to manufacture. Its a 2-foot square cube with a 3-
help each other and so forth. This is meant to move fast
digit numerical combination lock. Gurdins been
and be fun. Feel free to make up your own events using the
tinkering with it for years and has the following
above as guidance! Should a character opt to fly, they are
not necessarily safe. The tunnel winds dangerously and the notes from his previous attempts:
following collapse means the character must move at full S1: 682: One number is correct and placed correctly
speed to avoid being buried. The characters can avoid S2: 614: One number is correct but in the wrong place
flying in to walls or other hazards to keep the experience S3: 206: Two numbers are correct but in the wrong place
entertaining. S4: 738: Nothing is correct
After five rounds the players careen in to an S5: 870: One number is correct but in the wrong place
irregularly shaped ovoid chamber landing in a While the players tinker with it, Gurdin make
natural cistern. sribald jokes and explain the finer points of worm
scat panhandling. The combination of the lock is
Suddenly, the tunnel opens in to a spacious chamber. As 042.
you are spat through the air you have enough time to Inside the lockbox is sheaf of paper written in
notice fungal growths and a small body of water shortly Undercommon congratulating Gurdin on his
before you plummet to its depths. As you surface a curious success followed by a bawdy limerick. The party
svirfneblin in dun colored work clothes looks down on you, has also earned the favor A Gnome and His Box.
water dripping from his face. Wellhullo there he barks The box can be forced open by brute strength or
with amusement. destructive magic. If the characters choose to do
this, they succeed in destroying the box and failing
the challenge. Gurdin looks heartbroken and
This is Gurdin Gloomhands, a deep gnome informs them that, Nine Hells, I could have done
explorer who has taken to picking after purple that years ago, you nitwits!. If, for whatever
worm scat for the gems the worms excrete. Should reason, the party finishes the Luge and solves the
the players parley with Gurdin they learn the puzzle with a significant amount of time left, feel
following: free to add a small force of tier appropriate
He is a curious fellow who smells of vinegar and duergar or devils who stumble upon the cavern.
rich fertilizer. Never one to cause trouble, he This encounter should be fairly easy, just enough
enquires as to who the characters are and how to keep the party on their toes and entertained.
they managed to get down here. Leave enough time for the section below,
Once pleasantries are conducted he offers some however.
food and drink while making small talk.
Should the players mention the gray dwarves, Worms!
Gurdin spits on the ground and mutters a curse. If the players choose not to help Gurdin with his
He further explains that these tunnels may or lockbox, failed to open the lockbox or succeeded
may not lead up to the cavern they mention, at and were discourteous, Gurdin indicates which
least not until they describe it (large bones, lots route out of the cave they need to take to get back
of gray dust). to the cavern where they started. If they were
Should the players treat him courteously, he successful and courteous Gurdin explains that the
offers to assist them in their endeavors in fastest, most effective way to get back to where
exchange for a small favor. He has a lockbox that they need to be is via purple worm. Hes willing to
he cannot open. If they give an honest effort to help them call one up this way so they can ride it
open it, he will offer to get them back whence up to the chamber, promising itll be fun.
they came. With little fanfare Gurdin takes out a trio of
He is not eager to parley with drow characters. smooth, polished obsidian stones, sets them in a
In fact, if the characters are even a little hostile row before him, and chants over them for the next
in their dealings with drow present Gurdin will five minutes. At the end of five minutes the ground
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begins to rumble and Gurdin calmly explains the
best way to mount the sides of the worm for travel
through the earth (Gotta git in between the plates
ya see!). This gives them advantage on the
upcoming saving throw to ride a purple worm.
After Gurdin finishes given his advice, the
ground beneath the party erupts in a fountain of
dirt and stone as an enormous purple worm
breaks the floor of the chamber. The party needs
to make a DC 11 or 13 Dexterity saving throw or
take 1d10 (5) or 2d10 (10) bludgeoning damage
from failing to grab ahold of the worm properly
and avoid getting struck by debris. Remember,
Gurdins advice grants advantage to this save.
Developments
Please report success or failure to the
Administrator. Either the party helped Gurdin and
is riding the worm to the cavern or they failed and
had to climb back up. Either way, take a hard stop
and wait until the Administrator gives the all clear
to begin the last section of the adventure.
XP Award (Tier 1)
If the characters opened the lock box award them
150xp.
XP Award (Tier 2)
If the characters opened the lock box award them
300xp.
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the mission your party did in the last section. Heres
Part 3. Battle for Grave Dust a sample, adjust this to fit your circumstances:
Cavern: Endgame Dust stings your eyes, ears still ringing from the force of the
Estimated Duration: 60 minutes
explosion, you see a massive hole in the duergar lines!
The final assault begins with the players at the
Battle cries rise from behind you as the Mirabaran forces
vanguard. The lost relics of Khundrukar are within
their grasp! charge ahead, eager for the fight. As you advance, the
cavern is shaken again by the force of a massive beast, a
The cavern has the following general features: purple worm, crashing through the cave floor and in to the
Terrain. The floor of this cavern is coated in a fine, gray left flank of the duergar lines. The smell of brimstone fills
dust that coats everything it touches and the bones of
your nose as your foes approach. To battle!
gigantic humanoid creatures dot the landscape. A lone,
rocky promontory dominates the far western end of the
cavern and trenchworks have been constructed at the The Battle is Joined
midpoint. The ceiling is over 100 in height and dotted with
This phase of the adventure is a straightforward
stalactites.
Temperature. The cavern is uncomfortably hot and dry. fight, the forces of Clan Xornbane must be closed
Visibility. Due to the chaos of war, the air of the dusty with and destroyed! The battle begins as a chaotic
cavern is whipped up like a dust storm. Visibility is reduced melee in a ringing, dust choked cavern among the
to 30 feet, even with darkvision. Objects and creatures past bones of dead giants. Hellfire crackles through the
this have partial concealment out to 60 feet when they air and the screams of the dead and dying
become totally obscured. emanate from among the craggy creases of the
Smells and Sounds. The air reeks of dust and brimstone cave floor. The only way to go, is forward,
while the sounds of battle fill the air. regardless of where the party starts from
(trenches, promontory, falling from the back of a
Before play begins the Administrator will notify all
tables of any boons or banes they have accrued worm). The party is quickly confronted by the
from the previous section. If the Administrator duergar defenders.
does not inform you of boons or banes, please
remind them to give this information before play Boons and Banes
begins. Here are the effects of the boons and banes in detail:
The Battle for Grave Dust Cavern, as the Trench Destroyed (Boon): All characters have advantage to
dwarves of Mirabar will call it, has now begun in attacks and skill checks during the first round of combat.
earnest. This part of the adventure could begin in Trench Intact (Bane): All tables have disadvantage to attacks
several ways depending on how successful the and skill checks during the first round of combat.
various groups were. Three major things to Summoning Stopped (Boon): All characters have advantage
consider when describing what the characters are to initiative in the first encounter
now seeing: Summoning Completed (Bane): A rain of hellfire attacks the
characters on the first round of combat
The trenches were destroyed: A massive Hellfire (Tier 1). Ranged Spell Attack: +4 to hit, range
explosion rocks the cavern and a hole is blown 300ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d10 + 2) fire damage.
in the duergar lines (this is good). Hellfire (Tier 2). Ranged Spell Attack: +7 to hit, range
The summoning was stopped: A flash of red- 300ft., one target. Hit: 12 (2d10 + 2) fire damage.
orange light pulsed from the rocky promontory Worms! (Boon): All foes not otherwise immune are
and died away (this is good). frightened for 1 round at the start of combat.
No Worms (Bane): All characters incur a level of Exhaustion
The reconnaissance was successful: A massive
purple worm comes erupting in to the left flank
of the duergar lines (this is good). Foes and Tactics
The summoning was successful: multiple The defenders are ready for a fight and work
portals of hellfire open in the ceiling of the intelligently together, whether infernal or
cavern and rain down on the characters (this is duergar. No quarter is asked and none is given.
bad). Infernal foes strike to kill disabled characters and
The duergar lines stand unbroken (this is bad). the defenders fight savagely until banished or
Base your description of the start of battle on the slain. The characters confront a duergar xarrorn
results you receive from the Administrator and on a steeder supported by three derro infernals
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(Tier 1) or a durzagon mounted on a steeder A tremor shakes the cavern in a 60-foot radius around
supported by three bearded devils (Tier 2). Tormag. Each creature other than Tormag must make a
DC 14 Dexterity saving throw or be knocked prone.
Dwarves have advantage on this saving throw.
Adjusting this Encounter (Tier 1) Tormag summons two duergar infernals from the crust of
Here are some suggestions for adjusting this encounter. the earth. The infernals last until the end of Tormags
These are not cumulative. next turn before crumbling to sulfurous cinders.
Weak Group: Remove the derro infernal
Strong Group: Add a derro infernal Lair Actions: Tormag Xornbane (Tier 1)
Very Strong Group: Add a duergar On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties) Tormag takes a
lair action to cause one of the following effects; Tormag
Adjusting this Encounter (Tier 2) cannot use the same effect two rounds in a row:
Here are some suggestions for adjusting this encounter. Hellfire infused stone erupts from a point in the ground
These are not cumulative. Tormag can see within 60 feet of him, creating a 20-foot-
Weak Group: Remove a bearded devil high, 5-foot radius shard. Each creature in the spikes
Strong Group: Add a bearded devil area must make a DC 12 Dexterity saving throw or take 4
Very Strong Group: Add a duergar flamepriest (2d8) fire damage and be knocked 10 feet in a random
direction and end the movement prone.
If the characters prevail, read the following: A tremor shakes the cavern in a 60-foot radius around
Tormag. Each creature other than Tormag must make a
As the battle rages around you, the forces of Mirabar DC 12 Dexterity saving throw or be knocked prone.
appear to be gaining the advantage. The fighting is far from Dwarves have advantage on this saving throw.
The cavern ceiling splits, raining stones down on a 10-
over, however. Ahead, parting roiling clouds of dust, is a
foot radius area within 60 feet of Tormag. All creatures in
gray dwarf in magnificent blackened steel armor adorned the area of effect must make a DC 14 Dexterity saving
with crimson enamel work. He hefts a maul with focused throw or take 4 (2d8) bludgeoning damage and be
rage, crushing dwarven warriors left and right. This must be restrained until they succeed a DC 11 Strength (Athletics)
the commander of the Xornbane forces! If he is not dealt check. Another creature may use their action to make the
with promptly, he could well swing the tide of the battle. Strength (Athletics) check to end the condition.
Tormag includes his allies in area of effect attacks
if it means that he can hit multiple foes. He fights
Foes and Tactics
ruthlessly, showering the characters with insults
This is indeed Tormag Xornbane, leader of the
in dwarven. At tier 2 Tormag will summon
duergar forces. He is accompanied by his
additional duergar infernals to make best use of
bodyguards, a duergar infernals (Tier 1) or two
his Legendary Actions after his durzagon fall in
durzagon (Tier 2).
battle.
As before, Tormag and his allies jump in to the
If groups are either successful in defeating
middle of the fray and attempt to crush all before
Tormag they can split up and move to assist other
them. Tormag makes liberal use of the Lair
tables that are struggling. No more than one
Actions listed below to ensure his victory. Feel
player may move to any one table to assist.
free to construct the layout of battlefield as you
see fit so long as it makes sense within this
location. Adjusting this Encounter (Tier 1)
Here are some suggestions for adjusting this encounter.
Lair Actions: Tormag Xornbane (Tier 2) These are not cumulative.
On initiative count 20 (losing initiative ties) Tormag takes a Weak Group: Remove a duergar infernal
lair action to cause one of the following effects; Tormag Strong Group: Add a derro infernal
cannot use the same effect two rounds in a row: Very Strong Group: Add a duergar
Hellfire infused stone erupts from a point in the ground
Tormag can see within 60 feet of him, creating a 20-foot- Adjusting this Encounter (Tier 2)
high, 5-foot radius shard. Each creature in the spikes Here are some suggestions for adjusting this encounter.
area must make a DC 14 Dexterity saving throw or take 9 These are not cumulative.
(3d6) fire damage and be knocked 10 feet in a random Weak Group: Remove a durzagon
direction and end the movement prone. Strong Group: Add a bearded devil
Very Strong Group: Add a duergar flamepriest
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Developments gain the story award Friend of Mirabar. If the
At least 50% of total tables must defeat Tormag strength is below 50% they gain the story award
for this section to be considered a success. The Pyric Victory. In either event, the characters have
outcomes here are binary, either the players proven themselves friends of the dwarven people
defeat Tormag and his allies or they die. and should be proud of their accomplishments.
Either way, inform the Administrator of the
outcome and await the results of how the
Mirabarans fared. If most tables succeeded, the
expedition is able to retrieve the lost relics of
Khundrukar! After taking time to recover, the
expedition marches back to Mirabar with minimal
fuss.
Treasure
If the Xornbane forces are defeated, the dwarves
of Mirabar reward the characters handsomely for
their efforts. Each character is rewarded with
150gp or 300gp each in gold Mirabaran trade bars
for their efforts.
In addition, Tormag Xornbane himself was
wearing two items crafted by Durgeddin himself
which the Mirabarans are happy to allow the
heroes to keep in recognition of their surface.
These items are Durgeddins fist (Tier 2) and
Durgeddins unbreakable auspice (Tier 1).
The dwarves also find a collection of writings,
holy relics, and smithing tools that appear to have
belonged to Durgeddin himself. These are the
treasures they seek and will not part with them
under any circumstance. The heroes also find an
assortment of items on their foes on the
battlefield. They are:
Tier 1
Three potions of healing
Two potions of greater healing
A potion of lightning resistance
A +1 weapon (type chosen by whomever wins it)
Tier 2
An elixir of health
A potion of invulnerability
A scroll of stoneskin
A wand of binding
Conclusion
If the characters are victorious the dwarves of
Mirabar will open a few kegs in the cavern, tend
their wounded, and toast the dead. If the dwarven
forces are at 50% or more of their effective
strength once the fighting ends, the campaign is
considered a rousing success and the characters
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Open the Lockbox 150
Rewards
Make sure players note their rewards on their Tier 1
adventure log sheets. Give your name and DCI
The minimum total award for each character
number (if applicable) so players can record who
participating in this adventure is 900 experience
ran the session.
points.
The maximum total award for each character
Experience participating in this adventure is 1,500
experience points.
Total up all combat experience earned for
defeated foes, and divide by the number of
characters present in the combat. For non-combat Tier 2
experience, the rewards are listed per character. The minimum total award for each character
participating in this adventure is 4,500
experience points.
Combat Awards
The maximum total award for each character
Name of Foe XP Per Foe
participating in this adventure is 7,500
Ankheg 450
experience points.
Ankheg Hatchling 50
Barbed Devil 1800
Bearded Devil 700 Treasure
Darklflier Moth 50 The characters receive the following treasure,
Derro 50 divided up amongst the party. Treasure is divided
Derro Assassin 450 as evenly as possible. Gold piece values listed for
Derro Darkflier 50 sellable gear are calculated at their selling price,
Derro Infernal 100 not their purchase price.
Derro Savant 700
Derro Shocktrooper 100 Treasure Awards
Duergar 200 Item Name GP Value
Duergar Flamekeeper 450 Gold Trade Bars 150gp (ea, T1)
Duergar Infernal 450 Gold Trade Bars 350gp (ea, T2)
Duergar Soulblade 200
Duergar Spy 450 Consumable magic items should be divided up
Duergar Stoneguard 450 however the group sees fit. If more than one
Duergar Stoneshaper 1100 character is interested in a specific consumable
Duergar Xarrorn 450 magic item, the DM can determine who gets it
Durzagon 1800 randomly should the group be unable to decide.
Female Steeder 200 Permanent magic items are divided according
Kavalrachni 450 to a system. See the sidebar if the adventure
Lemure 10 awards permanent magic items.
Shrieker 10
Spined Devil 450 Permanent Magic Item Distribution
Stone Guard Kavalrachni 700 D&D Adventurers League has a system in place to
Tormag Xornbane (T1) 2300 determine who is awarded permanent magic items at the
Tormag Xornbane (T2) 8400 end of a session. Each characters logsheet contains a
Umber Hulk 1800 column to record permanent magic items for ease of
Umber Hulk Hatchling 450 reference.
If all the players at the table agree on one character
taking possession of a permanent magic item, that
Non-Combat Awards character gets the item.
Task or Accomplishment XP Per Character If one or more characters indicate an interest in
possessing a permanent magic item, the character that
Disarm Sudden Burial Trap 150
possesses the fewest permanent magic items gets the
Disarm Mephistopheles Tooth 150 item. If there is a tie in the total number of permanent
Solve the Drover puzzle 150
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magic items owned by contesting characters, the DM. be changed. This item can be found in the Dungeon
randomly determines the items owner Masters Guide.
Tier 1 Tier 2
Durgeddins Unbreakable Auspice Elixir of Health
(Adamantine Armor) Potion, rare
Armor (plate), uncommon
This item can be found in the Dungeon Masters
A masterwork of dwarven craftsmanship forged of Guide.
pure adamantine and lovingly adorned with all the
holy symbols of the Dwarven Pantheon etched in Potion of Invulnerability
platinum about the breastplate. The wearer of Potion, rare
this armor has advantage on all social interactions
with dwarves. This item can be found in the This item can be found in the Dungeon Masters
Dungeon Masters Guide. Guide.
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becomes a beautiful piece of jewelry worth 150
gp.
Renown
Each character receives one renown after this
adventure.
Downtime
Each character receives ten downtime days.
DM Rewards
For running this adventure, you receive XP, gp,
and downtime days as awarded by the
Adventurers League Dungeon Masters Guide.
Some or all of these awards may be modified by
the completion of DM Quests.
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target must make a DC 11 Constitution saving throw
Appendix. Monster/NPC taking 10 (3d6) poison damage on a failed save, or
Statistics half as much on a successful one.
Barbed Devil
Medium fiend (devil), lawful evil
Ankheg
Armor Class 15 (natural armor)
Large monstrosity, unaligned
Hit Points 110 (13d8 + 52)
Armor Class 14 (natural armor), 11 while prone Speed 30 ft.
Hit Points 39 (6d10 + 6)
Speed 30 ft., burrow 10 ft. STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
16 (+3) 17 (+3) 18 (+4) 12 (+1) 14 (+2) 14 (+2)
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
17 (+3) 11 (+0) 13 (+1) 1 (5) 13 (+1) 6 (2) Saving Throws Str +7, Con +5, Wis +5, Cha +5
Damage Resistances cold; bludgeoning, piercing, and
Senses darkvision 60 ft., tremorsense 60 ft., slashing from nonmagical attacks that arent
passive Perception 11 silvered
Languages Damage Immunities fire, poison
Challenge 2 (450 XP) Condition Immunities poisoned
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 18
Actions Languages Infernal, telepathy 120 ft.
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
one target. Hit: 9 (2d6 + 3) slashing damage plus 3
(1d6) acid damage. If the target is a Large or smaller Barbed Hide. At the start of each of its turns, the
creature, it is grappled (escape DC 13). Until this barbed devil deals 5 (1d10) piercing damage to any
grapple ends, the ankheg can bite only the grappled creature grappling it.
creature and has advantage on attack rolls to do so. Devils Sight. Magical darkness doesnt impede the
Acid Spray (Recharge 6). The ankheg spits acid in a devils darkvision.
line that is 30 feet long and 5 feet wide, provided that Magic Resistance. The devil has advantage on saving
it has no creature grappled. Each creature in that line throws against spells and other magical effects.
must make a DC 13 Dexterity saving throw, taking 10
Steadfast. The devil cant be frightened while it can
(3d6) acid damage on a failed save, or half as much
see an allied creature within 30 feet of it.
damage on a successful one.
Actions
Ankheg Hatchling Multiattack. The devil makes three melee attacks:
Medium monstrosity, unaligned one with its tail and two with its claws. Alternatively,
it can use Hurl Flame twice.
Armor Class 14 (natural armor), 11 while prone
Hit Points 11 (2d8+2) Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft.,
Speed 30 ft., burrow 30 ft. one creature. Hit: 6 (1d6+3) piercing damage.
Tail. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 5 ft., one
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA creature. Hit: 10 (2d6+3) piercing damage.
10 (+0) 18 (+4) 13 (+1) 2 (4) 10 (+0) 3 (4)
Hurl Flame. Ranged Spell Attack: +5 to hit, reach 150
ft., one target. Hit: 10 (3d6) fire damage. If the target
Skills Perception +2
is a flammable object that isnt being worn or carried,
Senses blindsight 10 ft., passive Perception 12
it also catches fire.
Languages
Challenge 1/4 (50 XP)
Actions
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +6 to hit, reach 10 ft.,
one target. Hit: 6 (1d4+4) piercing damage and the
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Bearded Devil Derro
Medium fiend (devil), lawful evil Small humanoid (derro), chaotic evil
Armor Class 13 (natural armor) Armor Class 13 (leather armor)
Hit Points 52 (8d8 + 16) Hit Points 13 (3d6 + 3)
Speed 30 ft. Speed 30 ft.
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
16 (+3) 15 (+2) 15 (+2) 9 (1) 11 (+0) 11 (+0) 9 (1) 14 (+2) 12 (+1) 11 (+0) 5 (3) 9 (1)
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Derro Assassin Darkflier Moth
Small humanoid (derro), chaotic evil Large beast, unaligned
Armor Class 15 (studded leather) Armor Class 13
Hit Points 31 (7d6 + 7) Hit Points 22 (4d10)
Speed 30 ft. Speed 10 ft., fly 60 ft.
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
11 (+0) 16 (+3) 13 (+1) 10 (+0) 5 (3) 16 (+3) 15 (+2) 16 (+3) 11 (+0) 2 (4) 12 (+1) 6 (2)
Actions
Hooked Shortspear. Melee Weapon Attack: +2 to hit,
reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 1 (1d4 1) piercing
damage. If the target is a creature, the derro can
choose to deal no damage and try to trip the target
instead, in which case the target must succeed on a
DC 9 Strength saving throw or fall prone.
Light Repeating Crossbow. Ranged Weapon Attack: +4
to hit, range 40/160 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d8 + 2)
piercing damage.
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Derro Darkflier Derro Infernal
Small humanoid (derro), chaotic evil Small fiend, chaotic evil
Armor Class 13 (leather armor) Armor Class 14 (natural armor)
Hit Points 13 (3d6 + 3) Hit Points 9 (2d6 + 2)
Speed 30 ft. Speed 30 ft.
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
9 (1) 14 (+2) 12 (+1) 11 (+0) 5 (3) 9 (1) 7 (2) 15 (+2) 12 (+1) 8 (1) 11 (+0) 10 (+0)
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Derro Savant Derro Shock Trooper
Small humanoid (derro), chaotic evil Small humanoid (derro), chaotic evil
Armor Class 13 (leather armor) Armor Class 11 (leather armor)
Hit Points 49 (11d6 + 11) Hit Points 32 (5d8 + 10)
Speed 30 ft. Speed 30 ft.
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
9 (1) 14 (+2) 12 (+1) 11 (+0) 5 (3) 14 (+1) 15 (+2) 11 (+0) 14 (+2) 10 (+0) 10 (+0) 11 (+0)
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Duergar 14 (+2) 11 (+0) 14 (+2) 11 (+0) 14 (+2) 9 (-1)
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Duergar Infernal Duergar Soulblade
Medium humanoid (duergar), lawful evil Medium humanoid (dwarf), lawful evil
Armor Class 17 (breastplate, shield; 15 while using a Armor Class 14 (leather armor)
crossbow) Hit Points 18 (4d8)
Hit Points 45 (7d8 + 14) Speed 25 ft.
Speed 25 ft.
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA 11 (+0) 16 (+3) 10 (+0) 11 (+0) 10 (+0) 12 (+1)
15 (+2) 13 (+1) 14 (+2) 8 (1) 11 (+0) 13 (+1)
Damage Resistances poison
Skills Intimidation +3, Perception +2 Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 10
Damage Resistances fire, poison Languages Dwarvish, Undercommon
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 12 Challenge 1 (200 XP)
Languages Undercommon, Dwarven, Infernal Duergar Resilience. The duergar has advantage on
Challenge 2 (450 XP) saving throws against poison, spells, and illusions, as
Duergar Resilience. The duergar has advantage on well as to resist being charmed or paralyzed.
saving throws against poison, spells, and illusions, as Innate Spellcasting (Psionics). The duergars innate
well as to resist being charmed or paralyzed. spellcasting ability is Wisdom (spell save DC 12, +4 to
Sunlight Sensitivity. While in sunlight, the duergar has hit with spell attacks). It can innately cast the
disadvantage on attack rolls, as well as on Wisdom following spells, requiring no components:
(Perception) checks that rely on sight. At will: blade ward, true strike
Flaming Weapon (Recharges after a Short or Long 3/day each: jump, hunters mark
Rest). As a bonus action, the duergar can wreath one
Sunlight Sensitivity. While in sunlight, the duergar has
melee weapon it is wielding in flame. The guard is
disadvantage on attack rolls, as well as on Wisdom
unharmed by this fire, which lasts until the end of the
(Perception) checks that rely on sight.
duergars next turn. While wreathed in flame, the
weapon deals an extra 3 (1d6) fire damage on a hit. Actions
Actions Enlarge (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). For 1
minute, the duergar magically increases in size, along
Enlarge (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). For 1
with anything it is wearing or carrying. While
minute, the duergar magically increases in size, along
enlarged, the duergar is Large, doubles its damage
with anything it is wearing or carrying. While
dice on Strength-based weapon attacks (included in
enlarged, the duergar is Large, doubles its damage
the attacks), and makes Strength checks and Strength
dice on Strength-based weapon attacks (included in
saving throws with advantage. If the duergar lacks
the attacks), and makes Strength checks and Strength
the room to become Large, it attains the maximum
saving throws with advantage. If the duergar lacks
size possible in the space available.
the room to become Large, it attains the maximum
size possible in the space available. Create Soulblade. The duergar creates a visible,
shortsword-sized blade of psionic energy. The
Invisibility (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). The
weapon appears in the duergars hand and vanishes
duergar magically turns invisible until it attacks, casts
if it leaves the duergars grip, or if the duergar dies or
a spell, or uses its Enlarge, or until its concentration is
is incapacitated.
broken, up to 1 hour (as if concentrating on a spell).
Any equipment the duergar wears or carries is Invisibility (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). The
invisible with it. duergar magically turns invisible until it attacks, casts
a spell, or uses its Enlarge, or until its concentration is
Multiattack. The duergar makes two melee attacks.
broken, up to 1 hour (as if concentrating on a spell).
Longsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 Any equipment the duergar wears or carries is
ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d8 + 2) slashing damage. invisible with it.
Heavy Crossbow. Ranged Weapon Attack: +3 to hit, Soulblade. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5
range 100/400 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d10 + 1) ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3) force damage, or 10
piercing damage. (2d6 + 3) force damage while enlarged. If the
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soulblade has advantage on the attack roll, the attack Shortsword. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5
deals an extra 3 (1d6) force damage. ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3) piercing damage, or 10
(2d6 + 3) piercing damage while enlarged.
Duergar Spy Hand Crossbow. Ranged Weapon Attack: +5 to hit,
Medium humanoid (dwarf), lawful evil range 60/120 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3) piercing
damage.
Armor Class 15 (studded leather)
Hit Points 33 (6d8+6)
Speed 25 ft.
Actions
Multiattack. The spy makes two shortsword attacks.
Enlarge (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). For 1
minute, the duergar magically increases in size, along
with anything it is wearing or carrying. While
enlarged, the duergar is Large, doubles its damage
dice on Strength-based weapon attacks (included in
the attacks), and makes Strength checks and Strength
saving throws with advantage. If the duergar lacks
the room to become Large, it attains the maximum
size possible in the space available.
Invisibility (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). The
duergar magically turns invisible until it attacks, casts
a spell, or uses its Enlarge, or until its concentration is
broken, up to 1 hour (as if concentrating on a spell).
Any equipment the duergar wears or carries is
invisible with it.
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Duergar Stone Guard Duergar Stoneshaper
Medium humanoid (dwarf), lawful evil Medium humanoid (duergar), lawful evil
Armor Class 18 (chain mail, shield) Armor Class 17 (splint)
Hit Points 39 (6d8+12) Hit Points 75 (10d8 + 30)
Speed 25 ft. Speed 25 ft.
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
18 (+4) 11 (+0) 14 (+2) 11 (+0) 10 (+0) 9 (-1) 15 (+2) 10 (+0) 16 (+3) 12 (+1) 11 (+0) 17 (+3)
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Enlarge (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). For 1 Duergar Xarrorn
minute, the duergar magically increases in size, along
Medium humanoid (dwarf), lawful evil
with anything it is wearing or carrying. While
enlarged, the duergar is Large, doubles its damage Armor Class 18 (plate mail)
dice on Strength-based weapon attacks (included in Hit Points 26 (4d8+8)
the attacks), and makes Strength checks and Strength Speed 25 ft.
saving throws with advantage. If the duergar lacks
the room to become Large, it attains the maximum STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
size possible in the space available. 14 (+2) 11 (+0) 14 (+2) 11 (+0) 10 (+0) 9 (-1)
Invisibility (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). The Damage Resistances poison
duergar magically turns invisible until it attacks, casts Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 10
a spell, or uses its Enlarge, or until its concentration is Languages Dwarvish, Undercommon
broken, up to 1 hour (as if concentrating on a spell). Challenge 2 (450 XP)
Any equipment the duergar wears or carries is
invisible with it. Duergar Resilience. The duergar has advantage on
saving throws against poison, spells, and illusions, as
well as to resist being charmed or paralyzed.
Sunlight Sensitivity. While in sunlight, the duergar has
disadvantage on attack rolls, as well as on Wisdom
(Perception) checks that rely on sight.
Actions
Enlarge (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). For 1
minute, the duergar magically increases in size, along
with anything it is wearing or carrying. While
enlarged, the duergar is Large, doubles its damage
dice on Strength-based weapon attacks (included in
the attacks), and makes Strength checks and Strength
saving throws with advantage. If the duergar lacks
the room to become Large, it attains the maximum
size possible in the space available.
Invisibility (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). The
duergar magically turns invisible until it attacks, casts
a spell, or uses its Enlarge, or until its concentration is
broken, up to 1 hour (as if concentrating on a spell).
Any equipment the duergar wears or carries is
invisible with it.
Fire Lance. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit (with
disadvantage if the target is within 5 feet of the
duergar), reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 9 (1d12 + 3)
piercing damage plus 3 (1d6) fire damage, or 16
(2d12 + 3) piercing damage plus 3 (1d6) fire damage
while enlarged.
Fire Spray (Recharge 5-6). From its fire lance, the
duergar shoots a 15-foot cone of fire or a line of fire
30 feet long and 5 feet wide. Each creature in that
area must make a DC 12 Dexterity saving throw,
taking 10 (3d5) fire damage on a failed save or half as
much damage on a successful one.
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Durzagon Female Steeder
Medium fiend, lawful evil Large beast, unaligned
Armor Class 19 (scale mail) Armor Class 14 (natural armor)
Hit Points 82 (11d8 + 33) Hit Points 30 (4d10 + 8)
Speed 30 ft., fly 60 ft. Speed 30 ft., climb 30 ft.
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
18 (+4) 18 (+4) 16 (+3) 14 (+2) 12 (+1) 16 (+3) 15 (+2) 16 (+3) 14 (+2) 2 (4) 10 (+0) 3 (4)
Saving Throws Str +7, Con +6, Int +5, Cha +6 Skills Stealth +7
Skills Deception +6, Intimidation +6, Perception +4, Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 10
Stealth +7 Languages
Damage Resistances cold, fire, lightning, poison; Challenge 1 (200 XP)
bludgeoning, piercing, and slashing from Spider Climb. The steeder can climb difficult surfaces,
nonmagical attacks including upside down on ceilings, without needing
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 14 to make an ability check.
Languages Abyssal, Undercommon, Dwarven, Infernal
Leap. The steeder can use all its movement to jump
Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
up to 120 feet vertically or horizontally.
Fiendish Blessing. The AC of the durzagon includes its
Charisma bonus. Actions
Innate Spellcasting. The durzagons spellcasting ability Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one
is Charisma (spell save DC 14). The durzagon can creature. Hit: 7 (1d8 + 3) piercing damage, and the
innately cast the following spells, requiring no target must make a DC 12 Constitution saving throw,
material components: taking 9 (2d8) acid damage on a failed save, or half as
3/day each: alter self, command, detect magic much damage on a successful one.
1/day: plane shift (self only)
Sticky Leg (Recharges when the Steeder Has No
Creatures Grappled). Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit,
Actions
reach 5 ft., one Medium or smaller creature. Hit: The
Multiattack. The durzagon makes two melee attacks target is stuck to the steeders leg and grappled until
or uses its Fire Ray twice. it escapes (escape DC 12).
Maul. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., Kavalrachni (duergar cavalry)
one target. Hit: 8 (2d6 + 4) bludgeoning damage, plus Medium humanoid (dwarf), lawful evil
3 (1d6) fire damage.
Armor Class 16 (scale mail, shield)
Fire Ray. Ranged Spell Attack: +7 to hit, range 120 ft.,
Hit Points 26 (4d8+8)
one target. Hit: 10 (3d6) fire damage.
Speed 25 ft.
Fiendish Charm. One humanoid the durzagon can see
within 30 feet of it must succeed on a DC 14 Wisdom STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
saving throw or be magically charmed for 1 day. The 14 (+2) 11 (+0) 14 (+2) 11 (+0) 10 (+0) 9 (-1)
charmed target obeys the durzagons spoken
commands. If the target suffers any harm from the Damage Resistances poison
durzagon or another creature or receives a suicidal Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 10
command from the durzagon, the target can repeat Languages Dwarvish, Undercommon
the saving throw, ending the effect on itself on a Challenge 1 (200 XP)
success. If a targets saving throw is successful, or if Duergar Resilience. The duergar has advantage on
the effect ends for it, the creature is immune to the saving throws against poison, spells, and illusions, as
durzagons Fiendish Charm for the next 24 hours. well as to resist being charmed or paralyzed.
Sunlight Sensitivity. While in sunlight, the duergar has
disadvantage on attack rolls, as well as on Wisdom
(Perception) checks that rely on sight.
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Cavalry Training. When the duergar hits a target with Stone Guard Kavalrachni (duergar cavalry)
a melee attack while mounted on a female steeder,
Medium humanoid (dwarf), lawful evil
the steeder can make a melee attack against the
target as a reaction. Armor Class 18 (chain mail, shield)
Hit Points 39 (6d8+12)
Actions Speed 25 ft.
Enlarge (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). For 1
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
minute, the duergar magically increases in size, along 18 (+4) 11 (+0) 14 (+2) 11 (+0) 10 (+0) 9 (-1)
with anything it is wearing or carrying. While
enlarged, the duergar is Large, doubles its damage Damage Resistances poison
dice on Strength-based weapon attacks (included in Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 10
the attacks), and makes Strength checks and Strength Languages Dwarvish, Undercommon
saving throws with advantage. If the duergar lacks Challenge 3 (700 XP)
the room to become Large, it attains the maximum
size possible in the space available. Duergar Resilience. The duergar has advantage on
saving throws against poison, spells, and illusions, as
Invisibility (Recharges after a Short or Long Rest). The well as to resist being charmed or paralyzed.
duergar magically turns invisible until it attacks, casts
a spell, or uses its Enlarge, or until its concentration is Sunlight Sensitivity. While in sunlight, the duergar has
broken, up to 1 hour (as if concentrating on a spell). disadvantage on attack rolls, as well as on Wisdom
Any equipment the duergar wears or carries is (Perception) checks that rely on sight.
invisible with it. Cavalry Training. When the duergar hits a target with
War Pick. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., a melee attack while mounted on a female steeder,
one target. Hit: 6 (1d8 + 2) piercing damage, or 11 the steeder can make a melee attack against the
(2d8 + 2) piercing damage while enlarged. target as a reaction.
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Lemure the disturbance moves out of range and for 1d4 of
the shriekers turns afterward.
Medium fiend (devil), lawful evil
Spined Devil
Armor Class 7
Small fiend (devil), lawful evil
Hit Points 13 (3d8)
Speed 15 ft. Armor Class 13 (natural armor)
Hit Points 22 (5d6 + 5)
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA Speed 30 ft.
10 (+0) 5 (3) 11 (+0) 1 (5) 11 (+0) 3 (4)
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
Damage Resistances cold 10 (+0) 15 (+2) 12 (+1) 11 (+0) 14 (+2) 8 (-1)
Damage Immunities fire, poison
Condition Immunities charmed, frightened, poisoned Damage Resistances cold; bludgeoning, piercing, and
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 10 slashing from nonmagical attacks that arent
Languages understands Infernal but cant speak silvered
Challenge 0 (10 XP) Damage Immunities fire, poison
Devils Sight. Magical darkness doesnt impede the Condition Immunities poisoned
lemures darkvision. Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 12
Languages Infernal, telepathy 120 ft.
Hellish Rejuvenation. A lemure that dies in the Nine
Challenge 2 (450 XP)
Hells comes back to life with all its hit points in 1d10
days unless it is killed by a good-aligned creature with Devils Sight. Magical darkness doesnt impede the
a bless spell cast on that creature or its remains are devils darkvision.
sprinkled with holy water. Magic Resistance. The devil has advantage on saving
throws against spells and other magical effects.
Actions
Steadfast. The devil cant be frightened while it can
Fist. Melee Weapon Attack: +3 to hit, reach 5 ft., one see an allied creature within 30 feet of it.
target. Hit: 2 (1d4) bludgeoning damage Flyby. The devil does not provoke an opportunity
attack when it flies out of an enemys reach.
Shrieker Limited Spines. The devil has twelve tail spines. Used
Medium plant, unaligned spines regrow by the time the devil finishes a long
rest.
Armor Class 5
Hit Points 13 (3d8) Actions
Speed 0 ft.
Multiattack. The devil makes two attacks: one with its
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA bite and one with its fork or two with its tail spines.
1 (5) 1 (5) 10 (+0) 1 (5) 3 (4) 1 (5) Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +2 to hit, reach 5 ft., one
creature. Hit: 5 (2d4) slashing damage.
Condition Immunities blinded, deafened, frightened Fork. Melee Weapon Attack: +2 to hit, reach 5 ft., one
Senses blindsight 30 ft. (blind beyond this radius), target. Hit: 3 (1d6) piercing damage.
passive Perception 6
Languages Tail Spine. Ranged Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, 20/80
Challenge 0 (10 XP) ft., one target. Hit: 4 (1d4+2) piercing damage plus 3
(1d6) fire damage.
False Appearance. While the shrieker remains
motionless, it is indistinguishable from an ordinary
fungus.
Reactions
Shriek. When bright light or a creature is within 30
feet of the shrieker, it emits a shriek audible within
300 feet of it. The shrieker continues to shriek until
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Tormag Xornbane (Tier 1) creatures turn. Tormag regains spent legendary
actions at the start of his turn.
Medium humanoid (duergar), lawful evil
Weapon Attack. Tormag makes a weapon attack.
Armor Class 16 (scale mail, shield)
Command Ally. Tormag targets one ally he can see
Hit Points 112 (15d8 + 45)
within 30 feet of it. If the target can see and hear
Speed 25 ft.
Tormag, the target can make one weapon attack as a
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
reaction and gains advantage on the attack roll.
18 (+4) 15 (+2) 16 (+3) 10 (+0) 12 (+1) 15 (+2) Frighten Foe (Costs 2 Actions). Tormag targets one
enemy he can see within 30 feet of it. If the target
Damage Resistances poison can see and hear him, the target must succeed on a
Saving Throws Str +7, Dex +5, Con +6 DC 13 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened until
Skills Athletics +10, Intimidation +5 the end of Tormags next turn.
Senses darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 11
Languages Undercommon, Dwarven
Challenge 6 (2,300 XP)
Brave. Tormag has advantage on saving throws
against being frightened.
Brute. A melee weapon deals one extra die of its
damage when Tormag hits with it (included in the
attack).
Duergar Resilience. Th duergar has advantage on
saving throws against poison, spells, and illusions, as
well as to resist being charmed or paralyzed.
Sunlight Sensitivity. While in sunlight, the duergar has
disadvantage on attack rolls, as well as on Wisdom
(Perception) checks that rely on sight.
Actions
Multiattack. Tormag makes three melee attacks or
two ranged attacks.
Spear. Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +7 to hit,
reach 5 ft. and range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 11
(2d6 + 4) piercing damage, or 13 (2d8 + 4) piercing
damage if used with two hands to make a melee
attack.
Shield Bash. Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5
ft., one creature. Hit: 9 (2d4 + 4) bludgeoning
damage. If the target is a Medium or smaller
creature, it must succeed on a DC 15 Strength saving
throw or be knocked prone.
Reactions
Parry. Tormag adds 3 to his AC against one melee
attack that would hit it. To do so, Tormag must see
the attacker and be wielding a melee weapon.
Legendary Actions
Tormag can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from
the options below. Only one legendary action option
can be used at a time and only at the end of another
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Tormag Xornbane (Tier 2) can see and hear him, the target must succeed on a
DC 16 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened until
Medium humanoid (duergar), lawful evil
the end of Tormags next turn.
Armor Class 20 (plate)
Hit Points 229 (27d8 + 108)
Umber Hulk
Speed 25 ft.
Large monstrosity, chaotic evil
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA Armor Class 18 (natural armor)
20 (+5) 16 (+3) 18 (+4) 12 (+1) 12 (+1) 18 (+4)
Hit Points 93 (11d10 + 33)
Speed 30 ft., burrow 20 ft.
Damage Resistances poison
Saving Throws Str +9, Dex +7, Con +8
STR DEX CON INT WIS CHA
Skills Athletics +9, Intimidation +8, Perception +5, 20 (+5) 13 (+1) 16 (+3) 9 (1) 10 (+0) 10 (+0)
Persuasion +8
Senses darkvision 120ft., passive Perception 15 Senses darkvision 120 ft., tremorsense 60 ft.,
Languages Undercommon, Dwarven passive Perception 10
Challenge 12 (8,400 XP) Languages Umber Hulk
Indomitable (3/Day). Tormag can reroll a saving throw Challenge 5 (1,800 XP)
it fails. It must use the new roll. Confusing Gaze. When a creature starts its turn
Survivor. Tormag regains 10 hit points at the start of within 30 feet of the umber hulk and is able to see
its turn if it has at least 1 hit point but fewer hit the umber hulks eyes, the umber hulk can magically
points than half its hit point maximum. force it to make a DC 15 Charisma saving throw,
Duergar Resilience. The duergar has advantage on unless the umber hulk is incapacitated.
saving throws against poison, spells, and illusions, as On a failed saving throw, the creature cant take
well as to resist being charmed or paralyzed. reactions until the start of its next turn and rolls a d8
to determine what it does during that turn. On a 1 to
Sunlight Sensitivity. While in sunlight, the duergar has
4, the creature does nothing. On a 5 or 6, the
disadvantage on attack rolls, as well as on Wisdom
creature takes no action but uses all its movement to
(Perception) checks that rely on sight.
move in a random direction. On a 7 or 8, the creature
Actions makes one melee attack against a random creature,
or it does nothing if no creature is within reach.
Multiattack. Tormag makes two weapon attacks. Unless surprised, a creature can avert its eyes to
Maul. Melee Weapon Attack: +9 to hit, reach 5 ft., avoid the saving throw at the start of its turn. If the
one target. Hit: 12 (2d6 + 5) bludgeoning damage. creature does so, it cant see the umber hulk until the
Shortbow. Ranged Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, range start of its next turn, when it can avert its eyes again.
80/320 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3) piercing If the creature looks at the umber hulk in the
damage. meantime, it must immediately make the save.
Tunneler. The umber hulk can burrow through solid
Legendary Actions rock at half its burrowing speed and leaves a 5 foot-
Tormag can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from wide, 8-foot-high tunnel in its wake.
the options below. Only one legendary action option
Actions
can be used at a time and only at the end of another
creatures turn. Tormag regains spent legendary Multiattack. The umber hulk makes three attacks:
actions at the start of his turn. two with its claws and one with its mandibles.
Weapon Attack. Tormag makes a weapon attack. Claw. Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft.,
Command Ally. Tormag targets one ally he can see one target. Hit: 9 (1d8 + 5) slashing damage.
within 30 feet of it. If the target can see and hear
Tormag, the target can make one weapon attack as a
reaction and gains advantage on the attack roll.
Frighten Foe (Costs 2 Actions). Tormag targets one
enemy he can see within 30 feet of it. If the target
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Umber Hulk Hatchling
Medium monstrosity, chaotic evil
Armor Class 14 (natural armor)
Hit Points 27 (6d8)
Speed 30 ft., burrow 30 ft.
Actions
Multiattack. The hatchling makes one attack with its
claws. If that attack hits, the hatchling can make one
bite attack against the same target.
Claws. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft.,
one target. Hit: 9 (2d6 + 2) slashing damage.
Bite. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one
target. Hit: 5 (1d6 + 2) piercing damage.
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Appendix. Map 1: Ambush at Zhurkwood Grotto
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Appendix. Map 2: Defense of Molten Cavern
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Appendix. Map 3: Grave Dust Cavern
X = placement of a petard
Bones provide cover as does rubble on the trench line
Appendix. Map 4: Mephistopheless Tooth
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DM Handout B. Status Reporting
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