Level Up: Gate Pass Gazette Issue #54 (A5E)

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Hellacious Heroes: The Hellion Heritage

It's not easy at the bottom of the barrel, and nowhere is that more true than among fiends. Hellions—a general term for certain pint-sized spirits of the lower planes—exist at the mercy of the merciless, serving as attendants, messengers, and even food for their superiors. It is for this reason that when a wizard or warlock summons a fiend, hellions are often the first to answer that call if they are able.

One might expect that as evil incarnate, hellions would exploit the Waking with the same viciousness as their fiendish superiors. However, compared to Hell or the Abyss the mortal world is paradise for hellion kind, and even the most abusive mortal summoners are a temporary trifle, living no more than a scant few centuries at most. For this reason, hellions display a paradoxical protectiveness of their adoptive homes which, while still motivated by self-interest, can occasionally lead to heroic acts at odds with their fundamental nature. By David Wilker.

Fireside Activities: For Those Restless During Rests 

While the others sleep and the ranger’s on watch, what are you doing? Fireside activities are non-strenuous, and work perfectly during a long rest. While the dwarf crafts and the cleric performs a ritual to create holy water, here are some options for spending your free time when you’re not on watch. By Jim Temple.

A Controlled Mind: Telepathic Spells

Telepathy is often a niche school of magic that many casters do not explore to its full potential. Some, however, make a thorough study of it. One such example is the Recondite Conclave. A loose alliance of court mages, these casters have developed secret arcane techniques that allow them to focus their mental powers into covert telepathic magic useful in managing the intrigues of courtly life. The following article presents spells of the telepathy school, as used by members of the Conclave and their allies. By Andrés Olán-Vázquez.

Fantastic ForTWOtude: Tremendous Tenacity

Many heroes are not defined by strength alone, but by the unyielding will to persist. From awesome adepts to mighty marshals, survival is forged in persistence, tempered in pain and proven in defiance. Within these pages lie new options for tenacious travelers looking for that extra edge to thrive—including new class options adepts, marshals and warlocks. By Jack Dwyer.

Art by Julio Rocha