- Harvesting
- Loot
- Hoard
- Meat
Adult Dragon
Harvesting Table
Instructions: Because this creature is an Dragon, the player should roll a Nature Check using the DCs in the table below. On a success, the player is able to harvest the item. On a failure, the item cannot be harvested (either because the character is not skilled enough, or because the item is ruined). The DM should note that many of the items have an expiration, and can not be sold or used after the expiration has passed.
Type: Dragon
Skill: Nature
DC
Item
Description
Value
Weight
Exp.
Crafting
DC: 5
ITEM: Raw Dragon MeatDC:5
Dragon meat is a delicacy and is considered one of the finest meats you can eat. The meat spoils fast, but gourmet chefs will pay dearly for the meat.
Dragon Jerky: If the meat is dried and smoked, an adult dragon can yield about 4d6 days worth of dragon jerky. Dragon jerky is extremely filling, and a days worth weighs only a quarter of a regular ration (0.5 lbs.). It costs 2gp per ration.
VALUE: 100 gp
WEIGHT: 20lb.
EXPIRE: 1 days
DC: 10
ITEM: Adult Dragon Blood (7 vials)DC:10
Dragon blood is a valued commodity, used by spellcasters, alchemists and others. It can be used as a spell reagent and an ingredient for potions.
VALUE: 250 gp
WEIGHT: 1lb.
EXPIRE: 7 days
CRAFT: Potion of Dragonstrength (HHH)
DC: 15
ITEM: Adult Dragon Tooth (10x)DC:15
An adult dragon's tooth can reach over 2 feet in length. They are long, conical and have a serrated edge. A dragon's tooth has a degree of elemental protection, after years of constant exposure to the dragon's breath. The tooth can be used to make weapons, crafts and are prized trophies.
VALUE: 50 gp
WEIGHT: 8lb.
EXPIRE: ∞
DC: 15
ITEM: Adult Dragon Bone (x6)DC:15
Dragon bones are infused with arcane and elemental magic, and tend to get harder as the dragon ages. Armorers and weaponsmiths that know how to work dragon bone tend to be masters of their craft.
VALUE: 750 gp
WEIGHT: 18lb.
EXPIRE: ∞
CRAFT: Dragon Bone Weapon [HHH]
DC: 15
ITEM: Adult [Type] Dragon HornDC:15
Harvested from: Black, Blue, Red, Bronze, Copper, and Gold Dragons
Depending on the type of dragon, a horn or a prominent protrusion may adorn their head. These horns often retain a piece of the dragon's power, and make wonderful conduits for arcane magic. The horns make great trophies and can be crafted into various instruments and items, which tend to absorb magic enchantments fairly easily. Magic users create staves using the horns, as they make a perfect arcane focus.
VALUE: 1300 gp
WEIGHT: 25lb.
EXPIRE: ∞
DC: 20
ITEM: Adult [Type] Dragon Breath PouchDC:20
The dragon's breath weapon is caused by two glands secreting a mix of chemicals together as the dragon exhales. The two glands are wrapped together in a thin membrane or pouch, which can be harvested if careful. Alchemists prize the membrane for the unique mix of chemicals it contains. Magic users prize it for the magic it holds. Artificers prize it for what they can make from it.
Use: The membrane may be thrown up to 20 feet and the pouch explodes upon impact. Any creature within 15 feet of impact must roll a DC 15 Dexterity saving throw or suffer 20 (5d8) damage (damage type depends on the dragon the membrane was harvested from).
VALUE: 3000 gp
WEIGHT: 12lb.
EXPIRE: 2 days
CRAFT: Dragon's Wrath [HHH]
DC: 20
ITEM: Adult [Type] Dragon ScalesDC:20
A dragon's scales are hard as steel. The scales are difficult to manipulate and fashion, but an expert armorer may be able to create an amazing piece of armor.
VALUE: 3300 gp
WEIGHT: 40lb.
EXPIRE: ∞
CRAFT: Dragon Scale Mail (DMG), Shield (DMG)
DC: 25
ITEM: Adult [Type] Dragon Wing (x2)DC:25
The large wings of a dragon are prized for their leather, which still retains some of the dragon's magical essence.
VALUE: 6500 gp
WEIGHT: 70lb.
EXPIRE: 7 days
CRAFT: Cloak of Dragonflight (HHH)
Most crafting items have an acronym associated with it, such as "DMG". These acronyms refer to specific guide books. For example, "DMG" refers to the "Dungeon Master's Guide". The acronyms for HHH, HHH2 and HHH3 refer to Hamund's Harvesting Handbook, a homebrew harvesting guide that offers a variety of homebrew (not official) magic items. To view and purchase Hamund's Harvesting Handbook, click here.
Expiration
Many harvested goods will start to rot and decay after a period of time. Below is a quick overview of how we determine expiration dates, and is used as a guide for most harvested items. Note: It is always up to the DM to decide on the exact expiration.
Item Type
Days
Explanation
Body Part
2 days
Flesh rots and decays quickly.
Body Part, Undead
7 days
Undead body parts are already rotting, so their usefulness can last a little longer than regular flesh (which becomes useless when it rots).
Bones
∞
Bones take a very long time to decay.
Feathers
∞
Feathers take a very long time to decay.
Ears
14 days
Ears are predominantly tough cartilage (soft bone). The skin around the ears rot quickly, but the ear remains intact for some time after.
Hair
∞
Hair takes a very long time to decay.
Head
3 days
Like other flesh, it rots and decays quickly, but lasts slightly longer
Hides/Pelts
10 days
Hides/Pelts must be treated and soaks in order to retain its usefulness.
Liquid, Vial (i.e. Blood)
7 days
If contained in a stoppered vial, most fluids have a longer shelf life. However, if exposed to air, it gets ruined VERY quickly.
Liquid, Vial (i.e. Slime)
14 days
Slimes and gels tend to have a longer shelf-life than other fluids. However, if exposed to air, it gets ruined VERY quickly.
Poisons
14 days
Most poisons are viable for about 2 week. However, each poison is different. In additions, proficiency with a poisoner's kit may allow assassins the ability to extend the shelf-life every few weeks (adding other ingredients to extend the poison's usefulness)
Tattoos/Marks
5 days
Usually a strip of skin, which can be preserved with some oil to last a little longer than other flesh.
Wings
7 days
While wings contain flesh, which rots quickly, the bones and leather/feather last much longer, making the wings usefulness last longers.
Adult Dragon
Individual Treasure
3750 gp, 298 pp
Random Roll: d100 = 74
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| d100 | cp | sp | ep | gp | pp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01-15 | cp: — | sp: — | ep: 2d6 x 1000 (7000) | gp: 8d6 x 100 (2800) | pp: — |
| 16-55 | cp: — | sp: — | ep: — | gp: 1d6 x 1000 (3500) | pp: 1d6 x 100 (350) |
| 56-100 | cp: — | sp: — | ep: — | gp: 1d6 x 1000 (3500) | pp: 2d6 x 100 (700) |
Adult Dragon
Treasure Hoard
Coins: 10227 gp, 930 pp
Gems: 1 gem worth 5000 gp each
[1 Ruby]
Magic Items (6): [1 Flesh to Stone Scroll (Level 6), 3 Potion of Supreme Healing (10d4 + 20), 1 Potion of Invisibility, 1 Nolzur's Marvelous Pigments]
Random Roll: d100 = 42
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| cp | sp | ep | gp | pp | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coins | cp: — | sp: — | ep: — | gp: 12d6 x 1000 (42,000) | pp: 8d6 x 1000 (28,000) |
| d100 | Gems or Art Objects | — |
|---|---|---|
| 01-02 | Gems or Art Objects: — | —: — |
| 03-05 | Gems or Art Objects: 3d6 (10) 1,000 gp gems | —: Roll 1d8 times on Magic Item Table C |
| 06-08 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d10 (5) 2,500 gp art objects | —: Roll 1d8 times on Magic Item Table C |
| 09-11 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d4 (2) 7,500 gp art objects | —: Roll 1d8 times on Magic Item Table C |
| 12-14 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d8 (4) 5,000 gp gems | —: Roll 1d8 times on Magic Item Table C |
| 15-22 | Gems or Art Objects: 3d6 (10) 1,000 gp gems | —: Roll 1d6 times on Magic Item Table D |
| 23-30 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d10 (5) 2,500 gp art objects | —: Roll 1d6 times on Magic Item Table D |
| 31-38 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d4 (2) 7,500 gp art objects | —: Roll 1d6 times on Magic Item Table D |
| 39-46 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d8 (4) 5,000 gp gems | —: Roll 1d6 times on Magic Item Table D |
| 47-52 | Gems or Art Objects: 3d6 (10) 1,000 gp gems | —: Roll 1d6 times on Magic Item Table E |
| 53-58 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d10 (5) 2,500 gp art objects | —: Roll 1d6 times on Magic Item Table E |
| 59-63 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d4 (2) 7,500 gp art objects | —: Roll 1d6 times on Magic Item Table E |
| 64-68 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d8 (4) 5,000 gp gems | —: Roll 1d6 times on Magic Item Table E |
| 69 | Gems or Art Objects: 3d6 (10) 1,000 gp gems | —: Roll 1d4 times on Magic Item Table G |
| 70 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d10 (5) 2,500 gp art objects | —: Roll 1d4 times on Magic Item Table G |
| 71 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d4 (2) 7,500 gp art objects | —: Roll 1d4 times on Magic Item Table G |
| 72 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d8 (4) 5,000 gp gems | —: Roll 1d4 times on Magic Item Table G |
| 73-74 | Gems or Art Objects: 3d6 (10) 1,000 gp gems | —: Roll 1d4 times on Magic Item Table H |
| 75-76 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d10 (5) 2,500 gp art objects | —: Roll 1d4 times on Magic Item Table H |
| 77-78 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d4 (2) 7,500 gp art objects | —: Roll 1d4 times on Magic Item Table H |
| 79-80 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d8 (4) 5,000 gp gems | —: Roll 1d4 times on Magic Item Table H |
| 81-85 | Gems or Art Objects: 3d6 (10) 1,000 gp gems | —: Roll 1d4 times on Magic Item Table I |
| 86-90 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d10 (5) 2,500 gp art objects | —: Roll 1d4 times on Magic Item Table I |
| 91-95 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d4 (2) 7,500 gp art objects | —: Roll 1d4 times on Magic Item Table I |
| 96-100 | Gems or Art Objects: 1d8 (4) 5,000 gp gems | —: Roll 1d4 times on Magic Item Table I |
Adult Dragon
Meat
This creature produces 38 pieces of meat, weighing a total of 152 lbs.
Random Roll: 8d12 = 38
Huge creatures produce 8d12 worth of meat.
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The table below shows how much meat an inexperienced butcher may be able to harvest from a creature, especially after a battle may have ruined some of the meat (i.e. burned, frozen, poisoned, etc.). If a whole creature's carcass is brought to a butcher, the butcher may pay 4x the value rolled in the chart below for the carcass (if the butcher even WANTS this kind of creature - DM discretion). Of course, carrying a heavy carcass can be difficult, and the creature's bacteria that kept it alive will begin to ruin the meat, spoiling it within a day.
| BeastSize | DC | Meat | Weight(x4)† | Expire‡ | Value(x2sp)⋆ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiny | DC: 5 | Meat: 1 | Weight(x4)†: 4 lb. | Expire‡: 1 day | Value(x2sp)⋆: 2 sp |
| Small | DC: 5 | Meat: 1d4 | Weight(x4)†: 4-16 lb. | Expire‡: 1 day | Value(x2sp)⋆: 2-8 sp |
| Medium | DC: 5 | Meat: 2d6 | Weight(x4)†: 8-48 lb. | Expire‡: 1 day | Value(x2sp)⋆: 4-24 sp |
| Large | DC: 5 | Meat: 6d6 | Weight(x4)†: 24-144 lb. | Expire‡: 1 day | Value(x2sp)⋆: 12-72 sp |
| Huge | DC: 5 | Meat: 8d12 | Weight(x4)†: 32-384 lb. | Expire‡: 1 day | Value(x2sp)⋆: 16-192 sp |
| Gargantuan | DC: 5 | Meat: 8d20 | Weight(x4)†: 32-640 lb. | Expire‡: 1 day | Value(x2sp)⋆: 16-320 sp |
† The weight of a raw piece of meat is 4 pounds. And one slab of meat (4 lbs.), can be used to make 1 dried ration (2 lbs.).
‡ Raw meat has a very short shelf-life, and will go bad within a day if it is not refridgerated or cured.
⋆ The table above uses a standard price of 5cp per pound for regular a piece of animal meat (such as cattle or deer). The value of meat can vary drastically, depending on the quality, rarity and the creature it is sourced from. For example, dragon meat could cost 10x more than standard livestock meat, while insect meat could cost only a copper or two per pound. A DM can decide if that is adequate, and if certain meat is worth more or less.
Meat and Creature Types
Some creature types have meat that is inedible (i.e udead), while others carry some sort of stygma (cannibalism, distasteful, unholy). For example, eating a celestial may be considered a vile, unholy act; while eating a monstrosity may be considered disgusting and distasteful; in addition, giants are too similar to most medium-sized humanoids and are often considered inline with cannibalism. Of course, while buying meats with a stygma is forbidden and possibly illegal in most places, there are always people willing to buy illegal goods (although they may be hard to find).
Creature Type
Edible
Possible Stigma
Sellable
Aberration
N
Inedible
Beast
Y
N
Y
Celestial
Y
Cannibalism, Holy Creature
N
Construct
N
Inedible
Dragon
Y
N
Y
Elemental
N
Inedible
Fey
Y
Cannibalism, Worshipped
Some are inedible
Fiend
N
Inedible
Giant
Y
Cannibalism, Disgusting Creature
N
Humanoid
Y
Cannibalism
N
Monstrosity
*
Disgusting Creature
N
Ooze
N
Inedible
Plant
N
No meat
Undead
N
Inedible
Eating Meat
Cooked meat can be eaten safely. Cooking meat requires a campfire or oven. Eating raw meat requires a DC 10 Constitution Check. A successful check results in a filling meal. A failure results in debilitating stomach cramps, causing 1 level of exhaustion (disadvantage on ability checks).
Drying Meat
The meat can be dried using salt, spices, heat and time.
DryingMethod
Time
DC
Notes
Oven
6 hours
5
Smoke Hut
2 days
7
Smoking must be maintained periodically (can't be left alone for days)
Sun
16 hours
15
Must be in direct sunlight, in over 85°F.
Set on a hot stone, or hanging from a rack.
Higher chance of spoiling.
