The Riven Lands world illustration - Grimdark theme
Grimdark

The Riven Lands

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Ithikari

The Riven Lands are a fractured realm born from a magical event, The Sundering which violently pulled people from countless realities into a bleeding scar across existence. Magic here is a vile, twisting curse, its power warping flesh and mind. Its inhabitants, xenophobic and without loyalty, cling to life amidst decaying lands, endless wars, and horrifying Gods that everyone worships in some form. Hope is a lie; only brutal struggle remains in this world drowned in cynicism and sheer cruelty.


Author's Note: 100 NPCs, 300+ POI's, Custom classes, Monsters and items.
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Sphinx of Broken Riddles
CR 15Huge Monstrosity
Sphinx of Broken Riddles
HP Range240 - 540 (Avg: 390)
AC18
XP13000

Description

A majestic but terrifying monstrosity with the body of a corrupted lion, blighted eagle wings, and a serene yet chillingly intelligent human head. It inflicts despair and madness through twisted riddles and paradoxes.

Details
SizeHuge
TypeMonstrosity
CR15
XP13000
LanguagesCommon, Abyssal, Primordial
Defenses
Armor Class18
HP Range240 - 540 (Avg: 390)
Damage VulnerabilitiesNone
Damage ResistancesNone
Damage ImmunitiesNone
Condition ImmunitiesNone
Actions

Claw

Melee Weapon Attack: +10 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 19 (3d8 + 6) slashing damage.

Multiattack

The Sphinx makes two attacks: one with its Claw and one with its Riddle Blast.

Paradoxical Gaze (Recharge 6)

The Sphinx fixes its gaze on one creature it can see within 60 feet. The target must succeed on a DC 17 Wisdom saving throw or take 35 (10d6) psychic damage and become Incapacitated with overwhelming paradoxes until the end of its next turn.

Riddle Blast

Ranged Spell Attack: +10 to hit, range 60 ft., one creature. Hit: 27 (6d8) psychic damage. The target must succeed on a DC 17 Intelligence saving throw or become Confused for 1 minute.

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