Cursed item mechanics have been revised in 5th Edition Dungeons & Dragons to focus on the narrative element. Beyond hints dropped in the item's lore, a character attuning to a cursed item will have no idea of their impending affliction until it strikes. Let's take a look at the new mechanics and how to best employ them in your campaign.
Category: Items from Mythology
Items from Mythology: War Fans
The War Fan is a light one-handed martial weapon constructed as a folding fan with spokes of iron. Tengu demons can train players to use this versatile defensive weapon. Stats for the weapon and the monster.
Items from Mythology: Wax Earplugs
In Greek mythology, the Sirens sing a cursed melody. Orpheus guided the Argonauts past the Sirens by playing his lyre to drown their song. Odysseus plugged his crew's ears with wax and ordered himself bound to the mast of his ship while sailing past the Sirens. For adventuring parties who find themselves without a rockin' … Continue reading Items from Mythology: Wax Earplugs