Eclipse Pendant of Shadow’s Embrace

2 weeks ago by Admin - Magic Items

Wondrous Item (Amulet), rare (requires attunement)

This striking pendant features a deep, obsidian stone set within a delicate silver filigree of twisting vines and shadows. When worn, the pendant feels cool against the skin, as if it draws warmth from the wearer. It pulses faintly with an otherworldly energy, particularly during twilight and under the light of a full moon.

While wearing this pendant, you gain the following benefits:

  • Shadow Walk: As a bonus action, you can teleport up to 30 feet to an unoccupied space in dim light or darkness that you can see. You can use this feature a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus, and you regain all expended uses after finishing a long rest.

  • Veil of Darkness: As a reaction when you are targeted by an attack, you can shroud yourself in shadows, imposing disadvantage on the attack roll. If the attack misses, you can immediately make a Dexterity (Stealth) check, and if successful, you may hide even if you do not have cover.

  • Embrace of Nightmares: Once per long rest, you can cast the spell Darkness without expending a spell slot. When you do, the area of magical darkness that you create is treated as difficult terrain for creatures that aren’t you, and creatures in the area must succeed on a Wisdom saving throw against your spell save DC or become frightened until the end of their next turn.

  • Shroud of Silence: When you activate this pendant's powers, the air around you becomes thick with an unnatural silence. Creatures within a 10-foot radius of you gain disadvantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks that rely on hearing as long as you're within that area. This feature lasts for 1 minute and can be used once per long rest.

Drawn towards shadow and secrecy, this amulet thrums with hidden potential but must be handled with care, as the darkness it channels can be both a protective force and a harbinger of despair. Carelessly wielding its power could summon the attention of creatures who thrive in the night, making it a double-edged sword in the hands of the unprepared.