Glimmershard Crystal of Timeless Reflection
Wondrous Item (Crystal), rare (requires attunement)
This multifaceted crystal shimmers with an otherworldly glow, constantly shifting colors as it refracts light. Those who attune to it can feel a warming energy coursing through their being, as if time itself is bending to their will. The crystal is roughly the size of a large apple, and it seems to hum softly when in the presence of other magical energies.
While attuned to this crystal, you gain the following benefits:
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Timeless Echoes: Once per long rest, you can use your reaction when you or an ally within 30 feet is dropped to 0 hit points. You can create a time ripple that allows them to make a death saving throw with advantage.
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Glimmering Veil: As a bonus action, you can activate the crystal to grant yourself or an ally within 30 feet a shimmering shield of magic for 1 minute. The target gains a +2 bonus to AC and has advantage on saving throws against spells while under this effect. Once used, this feature cannot be used again until the next dawn.
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Echo of the Past: Once per day, you can meditate with the crystal for 10 minutes to recall a past event as if you were there. This allows you to gain insight into the thoughts and motivations of any creature present during that event, granting advantage on Charisma (Persuasion) and Intelligence (History) checks when interacting with them for the next 24 hours.
In addition, if you drop the crystal or throw it away, it will always return to your hand at the start of your next turn, unless you are in an area where magic cannot function. The crystal is also impervious to damage while in your possession, shimmering brightly whenever an enemy attempts to shatter it.
The crystal has a mysterious connection to the flow of time, and using its powers can sometimes lead to unexpected consequences, such as brief distortions in reality or whispers from the past echoing into the present.
