The Black Pillar of Death is a mysterious and ominous stone spire that radiates necrotic energy, draining the life from the surrounding air. It can be used as an environmental hazard in various encounters, as part of a trap, puzzle, or challenging combat. Over time, it's necrotic pulse weakens characters' abilities, forcing them to make saving throws that get progressively harder each round.
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Nightweave Cloak | Magic Item
This enchanted cape is made of a special fabric that absorbs light, making it impossible to spot in dim light or shadows. In addition to granting the wearer advantage on stealth checks, the cloak can also be used to create a magical shroud of darkness, allowing the wearer to disappear from sight at will.
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Leyfinder | Magic Item
The Leyfinder is a mysterious enchanted compass that has been crafted to point towards the nearest source of magical energy. It is said that this compass was created by a powerful wizard who sought to unravel the secrets of the ley lines that crisscross the land. With the Leyfinder in hand, one can sense the ebb and flow of magical energy around them, allowing them to track down the most powerful sources of magic in the world.
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Creating memorable and engaging NPCs can be a challenge, but it's essential to the success of any tabletop role-playing game. These characters help to flesh out the world, provide interesting quests, and give the players someone to interact with.
Slànachaidh | Magic Item
This small, smooth stone is about the size of a walnut with intricate, swirling patterns on its surface that seem to shift as if alive. When held, the stone feels warm to the touch and pulses with a gentle, healing energy.
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We all know about the tank, the glass canon, and the face. But I think these three are even more important to make sure everyone has a good time come gameday.
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