The Shard of Hatred

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Wondrous Item (Soul Shard), Legendary (Requires Attunement)

The Shard of Hatred is infused with the essence of Mephisto, the Lord of Hatred, corrupting those who wield it and sowing discord around them.

Abilities:

  • Aura of Hatred: Creatures within 30 feet must make a DC 19 Wisdom saving throw or become hostile toward a creature of your choice for 1 minute. Recharges after a long rest.
  • Malevolent Strike: Add 3d6 psychic damage to melee attacks. If the target is charmed or frightened, add an additional 2d6 psychic damage.
  • Veil of Malice: Cast suggestion (DC 19) without a spell slot. Recharges after a short rest.

Cursed Power:

Each time the wielder benefits from healing magic, they must make a DC 18 Wisdom save or instead take 2d6 necrotic damage, as the shard twists life into suffering.

Awakened Power:

When reduced to 0 hit points, the wielder can unleash a wave of psychic hatred, dealing 6d8 psychic damage to all creatures within 20 feet. The wielder is then revived with hit points equal to half the damage dealt. Usable once per week.

Destroying the Shard of Hatred:

The shard can only be destroyed by submerging it in the purified waters of a holy spring for 24 hours, while a celestial being of pure goodness (CR 20+) recites an ancient rite.

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Tags: #DND5E #Homebrew