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Model
Volothamp “Volo” Geddarm
Volothamp “Volo” Geddarm is a flamboyant world traveler, self-proclaimed expert, and author of such works as Volo’s Guide to Monsters. Known for his bombastic personality and flair for storytelling, Volo has a knack for turning facts into tall tales. Though he’s quick to avoid personal danger, he’s fiercely loyal to his friends — just don’t expect him to cover the tab.
Basic Information
Volothamp “Volo” Geddarm will be a new champion in the Fleetswake event on 12 March 2025 (guesstimated a week after event start potentially due to the Worst the Wait event augment).
Seat: 9 Stat Value Day 1 Trials Patrons Species: Human Strength: 9 Yes Mirt Class: Wizard Dexterity: 12 Yes - Roles: Support Constitution: 10 - Strahd Age: 55 Intelligence: 15 Yes Zariel (with Feat) Gender: Male Wisdom: 11 Yes Elminster Alignment: Chaotic Good Charisma: 16 Yes Affiliation: - Total: 73 Champion ID: 159
Formation
Attacks
Base Attack: Volo’s Guide to Malicious Mockery (Magic)
Volo writes a scathing note, dealing a deep magical cut to the nearest enemy.
Cooldown: 7s (Cap 1.75s)
Raw Data
{
"id": 836,
"name": "Volo's Guide to Malicious Mockery",
"description": "Volo writes a scathing note, dealing a deep magical cut to the nearest enemy.",
"long_description": "",
"graphic_id": 0,
"target": "front",
"num_targets": 1,
"aoe_radius": 0,
"damage_modifier": 1,
"cooldown": 7,
"animations": [
{
"type": "ranged_attack",
"shoot_frame": 14,
"projectile": "magic_hit",
"graphic_id": 9534
}
],
"tags": [
"ranged"
],
"damage_types": [
"magic"
]
}
Ultimate Attack: Volo’s Guide to Writing Wrongs (Level: 0)
Volo takes out a book and quill and writes for 15 seconds, causing his buffed allies to deal additional BUD-based damage for the duration.
Cooldown: 300s (Cap 75s)
Raw Data
{
"id": 837,
"name": "Volo's Guide to Writing Wrongs",
"description": "Volo causes his buffed allies to deal additional BUD-based damage for 15 seconds.",
"long_description": "Volo takes out a book and quill and writes for 15 seconds, causing his buffed allies to deal additional BUD-based damage for the duration.",
"graphic_id": 25743,
"target": "front",
"num_targets": 1,
"aoe_radius": 0,
"damage_modifier": 0.03,
"cooldown": 300,
"animations": [
{
"type": "ultimate_attack",
"ultimate": "volo",
"no_damage_display": true
}
],
"tags": [
"ultimate"
],
"damage_types": []
}
Abilities
Volo’s Guide to the Sword Coast (Level: 0)
Volo can be used in any Grand Tour of the Sword Coast campaign adventure or variant, even if he would not normally be available to be used due to variant or patron restrictions.
Raw Data
{
"id": 16549,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 0,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "unlock_ability",
"effect": "effect_def,2230",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": "Volo's Guide to the Sword Coast"
}
{
"id": 2230,
"flavour_text": "",
"description": {
"desc": "Volo can be used in any Grand Tour of the Sword Coast campaign adventure or variant, even if he would not normally be available to be used due to variant or patron restrictions."
},
"effect_keys": [
{
"effect_string": "do_nothing"
}
],
"requirements": "",
"graphic_id": 0,
"large_graphic_id": 0,
"properties": {
"is_formation_ability": true,
"formation_circle_icon": false,
"owner_use_outgoing_description": true
}
}
Volo’s Guide to Combat (Level: 20)
Volo increases the damage of all Champions in the two columns in front of him by 100%.
Upgrade Data
Upgrades:
90: 200%
140: 200%
190: 200%
270: 200%
380: 200%
490: 200%
600: 200%
710: 200%
830: 200%
940: 200%
1,050: 200%
1,160: 200%
1,270: 200%
Total Upgrade Bonus: 1.59e08%
Raw Data
{
"id": 16550,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 20,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "unlock_ability",
"effect": "effect_def,2231",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": "Volo's Guide to Combat",
"tip_text": "Volo increases the damage of Champions in the two columns in front of him. Place him behind your damage dealers."
}
{
"id": 2231,
"flavour_text": "",
"description": {
"desc": "Volo increases the damage of all Champions in the two columns in front of him by $amount%."
},
"effect_keys": [
{
"effect_string": "hero_dps_multiplier_mult,100",
"targets": [
"next_two_col"
]
}
],
"requirements": "",
"graphic_id": 25729,
"large_graphic_id": 25722,
"properties": {
"is_formation_ability": true,
"formation_circle_icon": true,
"owner_use_outgoing_description": true,
"indexed_effect_properties": true,
"per_effect_index_bonuses": true,
"default_bonus_index": 0
}
}
{
"id": 16764,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 90,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "upgrade_ability",
"effect": "buff_upgrade,200,16550",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": ""
}
{
"id": 16767,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 140,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "upgrade_ability",
"effect": "buff_upgrade,200,16550",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": ""
}
{
"id": 16770,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 190,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "upgrade_ability",
"effect": "buff_upgrade,200,16550",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": ""
}
{
"id": 16774,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 270,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "upgrade_ability",
"effect": "buff_upgrade,200,16550",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": ""
}
{
"id": 16778,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 380,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "upgrade_ability",
"effect": "buff_upgrade,200,16550",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": ""
}
{
"id": 16782,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 490,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "upgrade_ability",
"effect": "buff_upgrade,200,16550",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": ""
}
{
"id": 16786,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 600,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "upgrade_ability",
"effect": "buff_upgrade,200,16550",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": ""
}
{
"id": 16790,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 710,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "upgrade_ability",
"effect": "buff_upgrade,200,16550",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": ""
}
{
"id": 16793,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 830,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "upgrade_ability",
"effect": "buff_upgrade,200,16550",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": ""
}
{
"id": 16796,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 940,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "upgrade_ability",
"effect": "buff_upgrade,200,16550",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": ""
}
{
"id": 16798,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 1050,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "upgrade_ability",
"effect": "buff_upgrade,200,16550",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": ""
}
{
"id": 16800,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 1160,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "upgrade_ability",
"effect": "buff_upgrade,200,16550",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": ""
}
{
"id": 16804,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 1270,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "upgrade_ability",
"effect": "buff_upgrade,200,16550",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": ""
}
Volo’s Guide to Questing (Level: 50)
Volo increases the effect of Volo’s Guide to Combat by 10% for each Guide and/or Collection Quest completed, stacking multiplicatively.
Raw Data
{
"id": 16551,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 50,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "unlock_ability",
"effect": "effect_def,2232",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": "Volo's Guide to Questing",
"tip_text": "Volo gets more effective based on the number of guide and/or collection quests you've completed. Complete more quests to power him up!"
}
{
"id": 2232,
"flavour_text": "",
"description": {
"desc": "Volo increases the effect of Volo's Guide to Combat by $amount% for each Guide and/or Collection Quest completed, stacking multiplicatively."
},
"effect_keys": [
{
"effect_string": "pre_stack,10",
"off_when_benched": true
},
{
"effect_string": "buff_upgrade,0,16550",
"amount_expr": "upgrade_amount(16551,0)",
"amount_func": "mult",
"stack_func": "per_hero_attribute",
"post_process_expr": "collection_quests_completed",
"amount_updated_listeners": [
"slot_changed",
"collection_and_guide_quest_changed"
],
"show_bonus": true,
"off_when_benched": true
}
],
"requirements": "",
"graphic_id": 25731,
"large_graphic_id": 25724,
"properties": {
"is_formation_ability": true,
"formation_circle_icon": false,
"owner_use_outgoing_description": true,
"indexed_effect_properties": true,
"per_effect_index_bonuses": true,
"default_bonus_index": 1
}
}
Volo’s Guide to Monsters (Level: 70)
Volo counts each type of enemy encountered in the current adventure. Volo increases the effect of Volo’s Guide to Combat by 100% for each enemy type encountered, stacking multiplicatively.
ⓘ Note: This ability is prestack.
Raw Data
{
"id": 16552,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 70,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "unlock_ability",
"effect": "effect_def,2233",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": "Volo's Guide to Monsters"
}
{
"id": 2233,
"flavour_text": "",
"description": {
"pre": "Volo counts each type of enemy encountered in the current adventure. Volo increases the effect of Volo's Guide to Combat by $amount% for each enemy type encountered, stacking multiplicatively.",
"conditions": [
{
"condition": "not static_desc",
"desc": "^^Encountered Monster Types: $volo_encountered_monster_tags"
}
]
},
"effect_keys": [
{
"effect_string": "pre_stack,100"
},
{
"effect_string": "buff_upgrade,0,16550",
"amount_expr": "upgrade_amount(16552,0)",
"stacks_on_trigger": "will_stack_manually",
"stacks_multiply": true,
"show_bonus": true
},
{
"effect_string": "volo_guide_to_monsters",
"buff_effect_key_index": 1
}
],
"requirements": "",
"graphic_id": 25730,
"large_graphic_id": 25723,
"properties": {
"is_formation_ability": true,
"formation_circle_icon": false,
"owner_use_outgoing_description": true,
"indexed_effect_properties": true,
"per_effect_index_bonuses": true,
"default_bonus_index": 0
}
}
Volo’s Guide to Writing Wrongs (Level: 100)
Unlocks Volo’s Guide to Writing Wrongs Ultimate Attack.
Raw Data
{
"id": 16557,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 100,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "unlock_ultimate",
"effect": "effect_def,2238",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": "Volo's Guide to Writing Wrongs"
}
{
"id": 2238,
"flavour_text": "",
"description": {
"desc": "Unlocks Volo's Guide to Writing Wrongs Ultimate Attack"
},
"effect_keys": [
{
"effect_string": "volo_ult",
"duration": 15,
"buff_effect_key_index": 2,
"scale_monsters": 1.5
},
{
"effect_string": "set_ultimate_attack",
"skip_effect_key_desc": true
},
{
"effect_string": "base_attack_deal_bonus_damage,20",
"immediately_after_damage": true,
"apply_manually": true,
"buff_targets_instead_of_owner": true,
"targets": [
"all"
],
"filter_targets": [
{
"type": "affected_by_upgrade",
"upgrade_id": 16550
}
]
}
],
"requirements": "",
"graphic_id": 0,
"large_graphic_id": 0,
"properties": {
"is_formation_ability": false,
"formation_circle_icon": false,
"owner_use_outgoing_description": false,
"retain_on_slot_changed": true
}
}
Volo’s Guide to Rapid Retreats (Level: 120)
If a Champion in the column in front of Volo is defeated, the formation immediately retreats to the previous area. Upon returning to the area of their near defeat, the effect of Volo’s Guide to Combat is increased by 1000% in that area.
Raw Data
{
"id": 16553,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 120,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "unlock_ability",
"effect": "effect_def,2234",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": "Volo's Guide to Rapid Retreats"
}
{
"id": 2234,
"flavour_text": "",
"description": {
"pre": "If a Champion in the column in front of Volo is defeated, the formation immediately retreats to the previous area. Upon returning to the area of their near defeat, the effect of Volo's Guide to Combat is increased by $amount___2% in that area.",
"conditions": [
{
"condition": "not static_desc",
"desc": "^^Active Area: $volo_buffed_area"
}
]
},
"effect_keys": [
{
"effect_string": "volo_guide_to_rapid_retreats",
"buff_effect_key_index": 1
},
{
"effect_string": "buff_upgrade,1000,16550",
"show_bonus": true,
"apply_manually": true
}
],
"requirements": "",
"graphic_id": 25732,
"large_graphic_id": 25725,
"properties": {
"is_formation_ability": true,
"formation_circle_icon": false,
"owner_use_outgoing_description": true,
"indexed_effect_properties": true,
"per_effect_index_bonuses": true,
"default_bonus_index": 0
}
}
Specialisations
Volo’s Guide to Spirits and Specters (Level: 150)
Volo gains the Hunter role and Undead become his Favored Foe. The effect of Volo’s Guide to Combat is increased by 100% for each Champion in the formation with the Hunter role, stacking multiplicatively.
ⓘ Note: This ability is prestack.
Raw Data
{
"id": 16554,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 150,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "unlock_ability",
"effect": "effect_def,2235",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": "Volo's Guide to Spirits and Specters",
"specialization_name": "Volo's Guide to Spirits and Specters",
"specialization_description": "Volo writes his manuscript on fighting undead while consulting with other Champions hunting their favored foes.",
"specialization_graphic_id": 25741
}
{
"id": 2235,
"flavour_text": "",
"description": {
"desc": "Volo gains the Hunter role and Undead become his Favored Foe. The effect of Volo's Guide to Combat is increased by $amount% for each Champion in the formation with the Hunter role, stacking multiplicatively."
},
"effect_keys": [
{
"effect_string": "pre_stack,100",
"off_when_benched": true
},
{
"effect_string": "favored_foe,undead",
"off_when_benched": true
},
{
"effect_string": "add_hero_tags,0,hunter",
"off_when_benched": true
},
{
"effect_string": "buff_upgrade,100,16550",
"amount_expr": "upgrade_amount(16554,0)",
"amount_func": "mult",
"stack_func": "per_hero_attribute",
"per_hero_expr": "HasTag(`hunter`)",
"amount_updated_listeners": [
"slot_changed",
"hero_tags_changed",
"upgrade_unlocked"
],
"show_bonus": true,
"off_when_benched": true
}
],
"requirements": "",
"graphic_id": 0,
"large_graphic_id": 0,
"properties": {
"is_formation_ability": true,
"formation_circle_icon": false,
"owner_use_outgoing_description": true,
"indexed_effect_properties": true,
"per_effect_index_bonuses": true,
"default_bonus_index": 0,
"spec_option_post_apply_info": "Hunter Champions: $num_stacks___4"
}
}
Volo’s Guide to Brain-Eating Tadpoles (Level: 150)
The effect of Volo’s Guide to Combat is increased by 100% for each Ceremorphosis stack the formation has, stacking multiplicatively.
ⓘ Note: This ability is prestack.
Raw Data
{
"id": 16555,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 150,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "unlock_ability",
"effect": "effect_def,2236",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": "Volo's Guide to Brain-Eating Tadpoles",
"specialization_name": "Volo's Guide to Brain-Eating Tadpoles",
"specialization_description": "Volo carefully studies the formation's Ceremorphosis-infected population, enhancing his own abilities.",
"specialization_graphic_id": 25740
}
{
"id": 2236,
"flavour_text": "",
"description": {
"desc": "The effect of Volo's Guide to Combat is increased by $amount% for each Ceremorphosis stack the formation has, stacking multiplicatively."
},
"effect_keys": [
{
"effect_string": "pre_stack,100",
"off_when_benched": true
},
{
"effect_string": "buff_upgrade,100,16550",
"amount_expr": "upgrade_amount(16555,0)",
"amount_func": "mult",
"stack_func": "per_ceremorphosis_stacks",
"amount_updated_listeners": [
"slot_changed",
"feat_changed",
"upgrade_unlocked",
"effect_key_changed"
],
"changing_effect_keys": [
"ceremorphosis_stacks_mult"
],
"show_bonus": true,
"off_when_benched": true
}
],
"requirements": "",
"graphic_id": 0,
"large_graphic_id": 0,
"properties": {
"is_formation_ability": true,
"formation_circle_icon": false,
"owner_use_outgoing_description": true,
"indexed_effect_properties": true,
"per_effect_index_bonuses": true,
"default_bonus_index": 0,
"spec_option_post_apply_info": "Ceremorphosis Stacks: $num_stacks___2"
}
}
Volo’s Guide to All Things Magical (Level: 150)
The effect of Volo’s Guide to Combat is increased by 100% for each Champion in the formation with a Magic base attack, stacking multiplicatively.
ⓘ Note: This ability is prestack.
Raw Data
{
"id": 16556,
"hero_id": 159,
"required_level": 150,
"required_upgrade_id": 0,
"upgrade_type": "unlock_ability",
"effect": "effect_def,2237",
"static_dps_mult": null,
"default_enabled": 1,
"name": "Volo's Guide to All Things Magical",
"specialization_name": "Volo's Guide to All Things Magical",
"specialization_description": "Volo works with his fellow \"wizards\" and other magically inclined Champions.",
"specialization_graphic_id": 25739
}
{
"id": 2237,
"flavour_text": "",
"description": {
"desc": "The effect of Volo's Guide to Combat is increased by $amount% for each Champion in the formation with a Magic base attack, stacking multiplicatively."
},
"effect_keys": [
{
"effect_string": "pre_stack,100",
"off_when_benched": true
},
{
"effect_string": "buff_upgrade,100,16550",
"amount_expr": "upgrade_amount(16556,0)",
"amount_func": "mult",
"stack_func": "per_hero_attribute",
"per_hero_expr": "HasAttackDamageType(`magic`)",
"amount_updated_listeners": [
"slot_changed",
"feat_changed",
"upgrade_unlocked",
"attack_changed"
],
"show_bonus": true,
"off_when_benched": true
}
],
"requirements": "",
"graphic_id": 0,
"large_graphic_id": 0,
"properties": {
"is_formation_ability": true,
"formation_circle_icon": false,
"owner_use_outgoing_description": true,
"indexed_effect_properties": true,
"per_effect_index_bonuses": true,
"default_bonus_index": 0,
"spec_option_post_apply_info": "Qualified Champions: $num_stacks___2"
}
}
Items
Icons
Slot
Epic Name
Effect
ID: 3770Volo’s Crumpled CapDrat. Another one. You would not believe how many of these I go through.global_dps_multiplier_mult,10
allow_ge:trueID: 3771Volo’s Basic BeretNot a snug fit, but it will do for some comfort during my daily ruminations.global_dps_multiplier_mult,65
allow_ge:true
ID: 3772Volo’s Handsome HeadpieceAha! An acceptable adornment. It does lend an air of refinement, doesn’t it?global_dps_multiplier_mult,120
allow_ge:true
ID: 3773Volo’s Magnificent MillineryFinally! A crown fit for my brow. A reflection of my very soul, no doubt!global_dps_multiplier_mult,230
1
Volo’s Magnificent Millinery
All Champion Damage
allow_ge:true
ID: 3774Volo’s Discarded DaggerThat dull, old thing? Why, I hardly recognize it. Perhaps it may open letters?buff_upgrade,25,16550,0
allow_ge:falseID: 3775Volo’s Curvaceous CutterAn elegant edge, to be sure. One I hope to never find cause to use!buff_upgrade,87.5,16550,0
allow_ge:false
ID: 3776Volo’s Resplendent RapierMore for show than anything, but it does help to keep the ruffians at bay.buff_upgrade,150,16550,0
allow_ge:false
ID: 3777Volo’s Quintessential QuillScoff if you must, but I dare say I hold in my hand the mightiest of blades!buff_upgrade,275,16550,0
2
Volo’s Quintessential Quill
Volo’s Guide to Combat
allow_ge:false
ID: 3778Volo’s Counterfeit CanvasA far cry from the genuine article, but he is a handsome devil, is he not?buff_upgrade,25,16551,1
allow_ge:trueID: 3779Volo’s Perfect PortraitureOnce stolen, but later returned. There is, perhaps, some honor among thieves.buff_upgrade,87.5,16551,1
allow_ge:true
ID: 3780Volo’s Daring DeedShall I tell you of a remarkable and historic property in Waterdeep?buff_upgrade,150,16551,1
allow_ge:true
ID: 3781Volo’s Ersatz EyeTake this. A far superior relic than that old jelly you were chained to.buff_upgrade,275,16551,1
3
Volo’s Ersatz Eye
Volo’s Guide to Questing
allow_ge:true
ID: 3782Volo’s Discontinued DraftWas this a treatise on goblin poetry, a recipe book, or a sordid romance novel?buff_upgrade,25,16552,0
allow_ge:falseID: 3783Volo’s Waterdeep EnchiridionYou have in your hands the foremost and most up-to-date guide to the city.buff_upgrade,87.5,16552,0
allow_ge:false
ID: 3784Volo’s Multitudinous ManualsNo matter your destination, Volothamp Geddarm shall be your humble guide!buff_upgrade,150,16552,0
allow_ge:false
ID: 3785Volo’s Guide to MonstersWould you believe a particularly artistic hydra created this incredible cover?buff_upgrade,275,16552,0
4
Volo’s Guide to Monsters
Volo’s Guide to Monsters (Prestack)
allow_ge:false
ID: 3786Volo’s Rejected ReportEven the Sage of Shadowdale falls prey to a lack of imagination, it would seem.buff_upgrade,25,16554,0
buff_upgrade,25,16555,0
buff_upgrade,25,16556,0
allow_ge:falseID: 3787Volo’s Guide to All Things MagicalMy editor provided a revision for Candlekeep, but I prefer the original.buff_upgrade,87.5,16554,0
buff_upgrade,87.5,16555,0
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ID: 3788Volo’s Illithids IllustratedThe little blighters burrow into the brain through the ocular cavity! Ghastly…buff_upgrade,150,16554,0
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ID: 3789Volo’s Guide to Spirits and SpectresMy latest work, made manifest at last! Unlike its subject matter, of course.buff_upgrade,275,16554,0
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Volo’s Guide to Spirits and Spectres
All Specialisations (Prestack)
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ID: 3790Volo’s Tawdry ToolsI’ve no interest in sullying my research with implements of inferior quality.reduce_ultimate_cooldown,8
allow_ge:falseID: 3791Volo’s Everyday EssentialsYes, I do believe these resources shall suffice for my general needs. For now.reduce_ultimate_cooldown,15
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ID: 3792Volo’s Incredible InkAh, the secretion of the elusive rocktopus! A valuable asset, indeed!reduce_ultimate_cooldown,30
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ID: 3793Volo’s Pelagic PigmentKraken ink! I shall ensure that every drop furthers the cause of knowledge!reduce_ultimate_cooldown,75
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Volo’s Pelagic Pigment
Ultimate Cooldown Reduction
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Cap: 501 dull / 251 shiny / 126 golden.
Item Names and Descriptions
Slot 1:
Volo's Crumpled Cap: Drat. Another one. You would not believe how many of
these I go through.
Volo's Basic Beret: Not a snug fit, but it will do for some comfort during my
daily ruminations.
Volo's Handsome Headpiece: Aha! An acceptable adornment. It does lend an air of
refinement, doesn't it?
Volo's Magnificent Millinery: Finally! A crown fit for my brow. A reflection of my very
soul, no doubt!
Slot 2:
Volo's Discarded Dagger: That dull, old thing? Why, I hardly recognize it. Perhaps
it may open letters?
Volo's Curvaceous Cutter: An elegant edge, to be sure. One I hope to never find
cause to use!
Volo's Resplendent Rapier: More for show than anything, but it does help to keep the
ruffians at bay.
Volo's Quintessential Quill: Scoff if you must, but I dare say I hold in my hand the
mightiest of blades!
Slot 3:
Volo's Counterfeit Canvas: A far cry from the genuine article, but he is a handsome
devil, is he not?
Volo's Perfect Portraiture: Once stolen, but later returned. There is, perhaps, some
honor among thieves.
Volo's Daring Deed: Shall I tell you of a remarkable and historic property in
Waterdeep?
Volo's Ersatz Eye: Take this. A far superior relic than that old jelly you
were chained to.
Slot 4:
Volo's Discontinued Draft: Was this a treatise on goblin poetry, a recipe book, or a
sordid romance novel?
Volo's Waterdeep Enchiridion: You have in your hands the foremost and most up-to-date
guide to the city.
Volo's Multitudinous Manuals: No matter your destination, Volothamp Geddarm shall be
your humble guide!
Volo's Guide to Monsters: Would you believe a particularly artistic hydra created
this incredible cover?
Slot 5:
Volo's Rejected Report: Even the Sage of Shadowdale falls prey to a lack of
imagination, it would seem.
Volo's Guide to All Things Magical: My editor provided a revision for Candlekeep, but I
prefer the original.
Volo's Illithids Illustrated: The little blighters burrow into the brain through the
ocular cavity! Ghastly...
Volo's Guide to Spirits and Spectres: My latest work, made manifest at last! Unlike its subject
matter, of course.
Slot 6:
Volo's Tawdry Tools: I've no interest in sullying my research with implements
of inferior quality.
Volo's Everyday Essentials: Yes, I do believe these resources shall suffice for my
general needs. For now.
Volo's Incredible Ink: Ah, the secretion of the elusive rocktopus! A valuable
asset, indeed!
Volo's Pelagic Pigment: Kraken ink! I shall ensure that every drop furthers the
cause of knowledge!
Feats
This list will only show feats that are going to be available on the release of this champion. The separate Feats page may show others that could be available later if they exist.
Feat
Effect
Source
ID: 2094Selflessness (Volo)I am the very model of altruism, my friend! What I do, I do for us all.global_dps_multiplier_mult,10Selflessness
10% All Champion Damage
Free
ID: 2095Inspiring Leader (Volo)My very presence provides a certain sense of sudden capability!global_dps_multiplier_mult,25Inspiring Leader
25% All Champion Damage
12,500 Gems
ID: 2096Volo’s Constructive Consultation (Volo)The trick is to keep hitting them until they can no longer hit you back.buff_upgrade,20,16550Volo’s Constructive Consultation
20% Volo’s Guide to Combat
Free
ID: 2097Volo’s Discerning Details (Volo)That one’s trousers have a loose thread. A keen observation, yes?buff_upgrade,40,16550Volo’s Discerning Details
40% Volo’s Guide to Combat
Gold Chest
ID: 2098Volo’s Expanded Expertise (Volo)I’ve had an epiphany! If I raise my voice, more willing ears might hear me!change_upgrade_data,16550,0Volo’s Expanded Expertise
+1 Column to Volo’s Guide to Combat
50,000 Gems
ID: 2099Volo’s Helpful Hints (Volo)Expand your horizons, bolster your ranks, seek gainful employment…buff_upgrade,20,16551,1Volo’s Helpful Hints
20% Volo’s Guide to Questing
Free
ID: 2100Volo’s Inspirational Intimations (Volo)Amass a menagerie of helpful creatures, forge the finest arms…buff_upgrade,40,16551,1Volo’s Inspirational Intimations
40% Volo’s Guide to Questing
Gold Chest
ID: 2101Volo’s Boundless Brilliance (Volo)And, finally, be sure to boast of your achievements for all the world to see!buff_upgrade,80,16551,1Volo’s Boundless Brilliance
80% Volo’s Guide to Questing
Event Bonus
ID: 2102Volo’s Grasping Guesswork (Volo)The origins of the fearsome owlbear are a subject of debate among scholars.buff_upgrade,20,16552,0Volo’s Grasping Guesswork
20% Volo’s Guide to Monsters (Prestack)
Free
ID: 2103Volo’s Fantastic Findings (Volo)In truth, owlbears are neither natural nor the result of magic gone awry.buff_upgrade,40,16552,0Volo’s Fantastic Findings
40% Volo’s Guide to Monsters (Prestack)
12,500 Gems
ID: 2104Volo’s Justified Jaunt (Volo)I believe a swift, strategic withdrawal is in order. No time to dilly-dally!buff_upgrade,40,16553,1Volo’s Justified Jaunt
40% Volo’s Guide to Rapid Retreats
Gold Chest
ID: 2105Volo’s Adaptable Approach (Volo)No matter the circumstances, the estimable Volo remains ready!buff_upgrade,20,16554,0Volo’s Adaptable Approach
20% All Specialisations (Prestack)
12,500 Gems
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ID: 2106Athlete (Volo)Behold my physique! Yes, I do maintain a regiment of calisthenics.increase_ability_score,str,1Athlete
Stat: +1 Strength
Event Bonus
Legendaries
- Increases the damage of all Champions by 10% for each Champion in the formation.
- Increases the damage of all Male Champions by 125%.
- Increases the damage of all Human Champions by 150%.
- Increases the damage of all Champions with a CHA score of 11 or higher by 100%.
- Increases the damage of all Champions with a INT score of 13 or higher by 150%.
- Increases the damage of all Champions by 20% for each Champion in the formation with a CHAOTIC alignment.
DPS Applicable
Arkhan: 4 / 6
Artemis: 6 / 6
Asharra: 4 / 6
Azaka: 4 / 6
Beadle & Grimm: 5 / 6
Binwin: 4 / 6
Black Viper: 4 / 6
Bobby: 4 / 6
Catti-brie: 5 / 6
D'hani: 2 / 6
Dark Urge: 4 / 6
Delina: 4 / 6
Dhadius: 6 / 6
Farideh: 4 / 6
Fen: 4 / 6
Grimm: 5 / 6
Gromma: 3 / 6
Ishi: 3 / 6
Jamilah: 4 / 6
Jarlaxle: 5 / 6
Jim: 6 / 6
Karlach: 3 / 6
Kas: 6 / 6
Kent: 5 / 6
Krond: 4 / 6
Krux: 4 / 6
Lae'zel: 2 / 6
Lucius: 4 / 6
Minsc: 4 / 6
NERDS: 3 / 6
Nahara: 3 / 6
Nixie: 3 / 6
Orisha: 4 / 6
Prudence: 4 / 6
Rosie: 3 / 6
Strix: 4 / 6
Torogar: 4 / 6
Warden: 3 / 6
Warduke: 5 / 6
Wren: 4 / 6
Yorven: 4 / 6
Zorbu: 4 / 6
Non-DPS Applicable
Aeon: 4 / 6
Alyndra: 4 / 6
Antrius: 5 / 6
Astarion: 4 / 6
Avren: 5 / 6
BBEG: 5 / 6
Baeloth: 5 / 6
Barrowin: 2 / 6
Beadle: 4 / 6
Blooshi: 4 / 6
Brig: 5 / 6
Briv: 4 / 6
Bruenor: 4 / 6
Calliope: 3 / 6
Celeste: 3 / 6
Certainty: 4 / 6
Corazón: 6 / 6
Deekin: 4 / 6
Desmond: 5 / 6
Dob: 5 / 6
Donaar: 4 / 6
Dragonbait: 5 / 6
Dungeon Master: 6 / 6
Dynaheir: 5 / 6
Egbert: 4 / 6
Ellywick: 4 / 6
Eric: 4 / 6
Evandra: 3 / 6
Evelyn: 4 / 6
Ezmerelda: 5 / 6
Freely: 4 / 6
Gale: 6 / 6
Gazrick: 5 / 6
Halsin: 4 / 6
Havilar: 3 / 6
Hew Maan: 5 / 6
Hitch: 6 / 6
Imoen: 5 / 6
Jang Sao: 3 / 6
K'thriss: 5 / 6
Kalix: 5 / 6
Korth: 4 / 6
Krull: 4 / 6
Krydle: 5 / 6
Mehen: 5 / 6
Melf: 4 / 6
Merilwen: 4 / 6
Minthara: 3 / 6
Miria: 4 / 6
Nayeli: 4 / 6
Nerys: 4 / 6
Nova: 4 / 6
Nrakk: 4 / 6
Omin: 4 / 6
Orkira: 3 / 6
Paultin: 6 / 6
Penelope: 3 / 6
Presto: 6 / 6
Pwent: 3 / 6
Qillek: 5 / 6
Ravengard: 5 / 6
Regis: 5 / 6
Reya: 5 / 6
Rust: 4 / 6
Selise: 5 / 6
Sentry: 3 / 6
Sgt. Knox: 5 / 6
Shadowheart: 2 / 6
Shandie: 4 / 6
Sheila: 4 / 6
Sisaspia: 4 / 6
Solaak: 5 / 6
Spurt: 3 / 6
Stoki: 4 / 6
Strongheart: 5 / 6
Talin: 5 / 6
Tatyana: 3 / 6
Thellora: 3 / 6
Turiel: 5 / 6
Tyril: 5 / 6
Ulkoria: 4 / 6
Umberto: 5 / 6
Valentine: 3 / 6
Vi: 4 / 6
Viconia: 4 / 6
Vin Ursa: 3 / 6
Virgil: 5 / 6
Vlahnya: 4 / 6
Volo: 6 / 6
Voronika: 3 / 6
Walnut: 2 / 6
Widdle: 4 / 6
Wulfgar: 5 / 6
Wyll: 6 / 6
Xander: 6 / 6
Xerophon: 3 / 6
Adventures and Variants
Unlock Adventure: The Unfair Sea (Volo) (Complete Area 50)
Discover the fate of some merchants in the jungles of Chult.
Variant 1: Volo’s Guide to Unfair Seas (Complete Area 75)
Volo starts in the formation. He can’t be moved or removed.
Only Volo and Champions in the two columns in front of him can deal damage.
Getting to know Volo: Volo increases the damage of Champions in the two columns in front of him.
Variant 2: Volo’s Guide to Diversity (Complete Area 125)
Volo starts in the formation. He can be moved, but not removed.
Elminster joins the formation. Champions next to Elminster deal no damage as he distracts them by critiquing Volo.
1-2 random enemies spawn with each wave. They don’t drop gold, nor count towards quest progress. The type of enemy is determined by the area you’re in, with the type changing every 10 areas.
Getting to know Volo: Volo’s buff gets stronger the more enemy types you encounter in an adventure. Pair him with certain Hunter Champions to spawn more enemy types.
Variant 3: Volo’s Guide to Specializations (Complete Area 175)
Volo starts in the formation. He can be moved, but not removed.
1-2 Relentless Undead spawn with each wave. When defeated, they get back up after 5 seconds. They don’t drop gold, nor count towards quest progress.
You may only use Hunter Champions, Absolute Adversaries affiliation members, and/or Champions with a Magic base attack.
Getting to know Volo: Volo’s first specialization choice determines which Champions he works best with. Which set will you choose?
Other Champion Images
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Last Modified: 2025-04-02 19:14:57 +0000