2.2 KiB
The Ten Artifacts
All artifacts are six-foot-tall staves, each topped with a different symbol. Each is magically enchanted to inconvenience the bearer in a different way.
Staff of the Songbird
Symbol: a perched songbird.
The staff chirps loudly and constantly, attracting attention from everyone in the vicinity. Stealth is impossible while carrying this staff.
Staff of Levitation
Symbol: a floating feather.
The bearer hovers a few feet off the ground and cannot control their movement through the air. They will probably need to be dragged around by their teammates.
Staff of the Beacon
Symbol: a blazing sun.
The staff emits a brilliant column of light visible from anywhere in the arena. There is no hiding with this one.
Staff of Frost
Symbol: a snowflake.
The bearer's hands freeze to the staff and they shiver uncontrollably, imposing disadvantage on DEX saves and attack rolls. On the bright side, you can't be forced to drop it.
Staff of the Lodestone
Symbol: a horseshoe magnet.
The staff is powerfully magnetic. Metal weapons, armor, and shields within 10 feet are pulled toward it. Allies in metal armor have trouble staying away from the carrier.
Staff of Honesty
Symbol: an open eye.
The bearer cannot lie, whisper, or use nonverbal signals. Everything they say comes out at full volume and must be truthful. No secret plans while carrying this staff.
Staff of Tangling
Symbol: a twisted vine.
Roots and vines constantly sprout from the base of the staff, making the ground around the bearer difficult terrain for everyone, including allies.
Staff of Shrinking
Symbol: a tiny figure.
The bearer shrinks to 2 feet tall, but the staff remains full size. A tiny person dragging an enormous staff.
Staff of Stench
Symbol: a skunk.
The staff emits an overwhelming smell. Anyone within 10 feet must make a CON save each round or be nauseated (disadvantage on attacks). This affects allies too.
Staff of Laughter
Symbol: a grinning jester.
The bearer and everyone within 15 feet must save against uncontrollable laughter each round. Failed saves waste your action. The perfect counter to a well-organized team.