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Ring of Performance

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Ring of Performance Aura faint enchantment; CL 5th Slot ring; Price 2,500 gp; Weight — DESCRIPTION This finely wrought ring is a masterpiece of subtle artistry, its band formed from polished electrum etched with flowing, almost musical patterns that seem to shift when viewed from different angles. Tiny inlaid gemstones - often garnet, topaz, or moonstone - catch the light with every gesture, drawing the eye toward the wearer’s hands and movements. When worn, the ring enhances the bearer’s natural sense of rhythm, timing, and presence, granting a +5 competence bonus on all Perform checks . The magic of the ring does not create talent where none exists, but rather refines and amplifies what is already present. A clumsy dancer becomes fluid, a hesitant speaker gains confidence and cadence, and even a seasoned bard finds their performances sharpened to a razor’s edge. Observers often describe the effect as an intangible magnetism - a sense that the wearer commands attention witho...

Common Barbarian Weapons

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Axe, Bearded Cost 30 gp Dmg (M) 1d10 Critical 19–20/x3 Weight 7 lb. Type Slashing DESCRIPTION The bearded axe is a masterwork of traditional smithing, forged through a labor-intensive process that reflects both patience and cultural pride. Its head is constructed from a body of mild steel, into which a hardened carbon steel edge is forgewelded. This ancient method requires repeated heating and hammering - sometimes over a hundred heats and thousands of strikes - to properly laminate the metals into a single, resilient blade. Because high-quality carbon steel is rare and costly, it is reserved only for the cutting edge. This practice allows smiths to stretch precious resources while still producing weapons of exceptional effectiveness. The junction between steels is often revealed through a careful etching process, creating a visible pattern along the blade that serves as both proof of craftsmanship and a quiet mark of prestige. With time and use, the oxide darkening from t...

Quiver of Plenty

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Quiver of Plenty Aura moderate conjuration and transmutation; CL 9th (+1), 12th (+2), 15th (+3), 18th (+4), 21st (+5) Slot —; Price 1,500 gp (nonmagical), 3,000 gp (+1), 8,000 gp (+2), 20,000 gp (+3), 46,000 gp (+4), 100,000 gp (+5); Weight 4 lb. (full) DESCRIPTION This finely crafted leather quiver is reinforced with subtle arcane stitching and lined with a thin layer of alchemically treated silk. Its interior never seems to empty, and faint whispers of duplication magic ripple across its surface when an arrow is placed within. When a single arrow is placed inside the quiver, the item attunes to that arrow and begins producing identical duplicates. These duplicates appear instantaneously whenever the wielder reaches into the quiver, effectively granting an unlimited supply of that specific ammunition. Only one arrow type may be attuned at a time. By speaking a command word, the wielder may end the effect and retrieve the original arrow, at which point the quiver becomes inert un...

Bracers of the Grove

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Bracers of the Grove Aura moderate transmutation; CL 7th Slot wrists; Price 12,000 gp; Weight 1 lb. DESCRIPTION These supple bracers are formed not from dead plant matter, but from living ivy that coils and weaves itself into a resilient, ever-growing lattice. Tiny leaves unfurl and recede with the wearer’s pulse, and faint motes of green light drift from them in dim natural settings. When worn by a druid, the bracers subtly root themselves against the skin without causing harm, creating a constant, symbiotic connection to the natural world. Once per day each, the wearer may cast command plants and speak with plants as spell-like abilities (caster level 7th). In addition, while worn, the bracers grant the user a +2 competence bonus on Handle Animal and Survival checks made in forested or overgrown environments, as the surrounding flora subtly aids and guides the wearer. If worn by a non-druid, the ivy becomes inert and brittle, losing all magical properties until removed a...

Lute of the Spirits

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Lute of the Spirits Aura moderate conjuration; CL 5th Slot —; Price 1,800 gp; Weight 3 lb. DESCRIPTION This finely-crafted lute appears unremarkable at first glance, fashioned from polished mahogany with silver-stringing and subtle inlays along its neck. When played, however, faint echoes seem to accompany each note, as though unseen performers linger just beyond the veil of hearing. A lute of the spirits grants its wielder a +3 competence bonus on Perform (string instruments) checks. In addition, five times per day, the wielder may use ghost sound (caster level 5th). When activated through performance, these sounds typically manifest as eerie but harmonious accompaniment - distant drums, soft flutes, whispering choirs, or low chanting - perfectly synchronized with the user’s music. The conjured sounds are not random; rather, they seem to “know” the melody being played, enhancing the performance with an uncanny awareness. Many bards claim the instrument does not merely crea...

Ring of Diplomacy

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Ring of Diplomacy Aura: Faint Enchantment Caster Level: 5th Slot: Ring Price: 2,500 gp Weight: — Description This finely crafted ring is typically forged of polished gold or electrum, its surface adorned with delicate filigree patterns resembling intertwined hands, olive branches, or abstract knotwork symbolizing unity and accord. At its center rests a modest but brilliantly cut gemstone - often sapphire, rose quartz, or pale emerald - chosen to reflect clarity, empathy, or harmony. When worn, the ring subtly enhances the bearer’s ability to navigate social interactions, lending their words a natural cadence and persuasive warmth. The wearer gains a +5 competence bonus on Diplomacy checks . This effect manifests not as overt magical influence, but as heightened intuition - a knack for choosing the right words, reading subtle cues, and presenting arguments in the most agreeable light. The magic does not compel or charm; rather, it refines the wielder’s presence into something disar...

Ring of the Snake

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Ring of the Snake Aura faint transmutation; CL 3rd Slot ring; Price 1,500 gp; Weight — This unassuming gold band is shaped into the subtle form of a serpent coiled once around the finger, its head resting gently against its own tail. The craftsmanship is intentionally minimal - the snake’s features are suggested rather than defined - giving it an almost symbolic quality rather than a literal one. When worn by a druid, the ring awakens to its true purpose. The wearer’s damaging spells carry a faint echo of primal venom, enhancing their potency. Any spell cast by the wearer that deals hit point damage instead deals an additional +1 point of damage per die rolled (for example, a flame strike dealing 6d6 damage instead deals 6d6+6). This effect applies only while the wearer maintains a connection to nature sufficient to cast druid spells. Construction Requirements Feats Craft Wondrous Item Spells magic fang or produce flame Cost 750 gp + 60 XP + rare serpent scale or fang ...