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Add a "Hidden Mechanics (player-secret)" section linking DM:Tempered Soul Evolution (with a pointer to the player-safe Tempered Soul/Usage Log) |
Add The Severed Thread encounter and Curse Table; add new Random Tables section and Stat Block template link |
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A collection of reusable encounters, organized by level and theme. | A collection of reusable encounters, organized by level and theme. | ||
* [[DM:The Severed Thread]] – Recurring 6-member hit squad, scalable from level 7 to 15. Built to pressure anti-caster abilities with multiple concentration effects and a Counterspell duel. | |||
* [[Encounter: Bandit Ambush]] – Roadside encounter, CR 3–5. | * [[Encounter: Bandit Ambush]] – Roadside encounter, CR 3–5. | ||
* [[Encounter: Cultist Ritual]] – Cult of the Dragon summoning circle. | * [[Encounter: Cultist Ritual]] – Cult of the Dragon summoning circle. | ||
* [[Encounter: Underdark Scouts]] – Drow reconnaissance team. | * [[Encounter: Underdark Scouts]] – Drow reconnaissance team. | ||
=== Random Tables === | |||
Quick-reference random tables for session use. | |||
* [[DM:Curse Table]] – Numbered curse table for random rolling. Curses impose flavorful restrictions and roleplay penalties. Entries can be marked as used to avoid repeats. | |||
=== Villain Roster === | === Villain Roster === | ||
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External references, useful links, or campaign-specific tools. | External references, useful links, or campaign-specific tools. | ||
* [[Template:Stat Block]] – Inline-CSS 5e stat block template for DM-facing NPC pages. Works without stylesheet edits. | |||
* NPC name generators. | * NPC name generators. | ||
* Faerûn calendar. | * Faerûn calendar. | ||
Revision as of 00:41, 27 June 2026
DM Tools
Resources and quick-access utilities for Dungeon Master use. This page is intended for campaign management, worldbuilding, and behind-the-scenes notes.
Campaign Reference Guides
Comprehensive table-ready references for specific environments and scenarios.
- DM:Underdark Exploration Primer – Complete guide for running Underdark sessions with travel rules, encounter tables, hazards, and survival mechanics.
- DM:Luskan
- DM:Arcane_Brotherhood
- DM:Captain Lerustah Dalnor
- DM:Hargan "Coldfingers" Throst
- DM:Zelenne Duskryn
Hidden Mechanics (player-secret)
Evolving systems and twists the players don't fully know yet.
- DM:Tempered Soul Evolution – How the Tempered Soul feat secretly evolves (Spark → Aspect → fuller form; bigger die, narrower domain, driven by the narrated feelings) and each PC's emerging domain. The player-safe usage log lives at Tempered Soul/Usage Log.
Encounter Bank
A collection of reusable encounters, organized by level and theme.
- DM:The Severed Thread – Recurring 6-member hit squad, scalable from level 7 to 15. Built to pressure anti-caster abilities with multiple concentration effects and a Counterspell duel.
- Encounter: Bandit Ambush – Roadside encounter, CR 3–5.
- Encounter: Cultist Ritual – Cult of the Dragon summoning circle.
- Encounter: Underdark Scouts – Drow reconnaissance team.
Random Tables
Quick-reference random tables for session use.
- DM:Curse Table – Numbered curse table for random rolling. Curses impose flavorful restrictions and roleplay penalties. Entries can be marked as used to avoid repeats.
Villain Roster
List of major and minor antagonists, including their goals and influence.
- Severin Silrajin – Leader of the Cult of the Dragon.
- Rezmir – Half-dragon lieutenant; ruthless and ambitious.
- Langdedrosa Cyanwrath – Dragonborn enforcer.
Unresolved Threads
Loose ends, mysteries, or potential future arcs.
- The missing shipment from Neverwinter.
- Unidentified sigil found at Thundertree.
- The rumored alliance between Zhentarim and the Cult of the Dragon.
Worldbuilding Notes
Ideas and inspirations for locations, NPCs, and lore.
- Forgotten ruins beneath Waterdeep.
- An Emerald Enclave oracle who sees through the eyes of birds.
- Trade war tensions between Baldur's Gate and Neverwinter.
Session Prep
Tools and outlines to assist with upcoming sessions.
- Session Template – Copy this for new logs.
- Session Planning Checklist – Key prep points for each adventure.
GM Resources
External references, useful links, or campaign-specific tools.
- Template:Stat Block – Inline-CSS 5e stat block template for DM-facing NPC pages. Works without stylesheet edits.
- NPC name generators.
- Faerûn calendar.
- Treasure tables.
- Encounter balance tools.