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Description

Lore:
The Grimoire of the Wandering Shadow is an accursed tome, its origins tracing back to a forgotten cult that delved into the darkest secrets of shadow magic. It is said that the cult's high priest sacrificed his soul to bind a malevolent umbral entity within the pages of the grimoire, imbuing it with the power to control and manipulate shadows.

The grimoire's covers are adorned with eldritch runes and sigils, pulsating with an otherworldly energy that casts dancing shadows upon its surroundings. Its pages are filled with rituals and incantations that grant mastery over the realms of darkness and shadow.

Properties of the Grimoire of the Wandering Shadow:

Shadow Step: The grimoire allows its wielder to cast the misty step spell without expending a spell slot, once per long rest. However, the user emerges from a shadowy haze that lingers briefly.
Shadowform: Through an intricate ritual, the user can transform into a living shadow for a limited time, granting them resistance to all damage except force damage and the ability to move through other creatures' spaces as difficult terrain.
Shadow Mastery: The bearer gains proficiency in the Stealth skill and advantage on saving throws against being blinded or effects that rely on light.

Curse of the Grimoire of the Wandering Shadow:

Umbral Corruption: Each time a ritual is performed using the grimoire, the user's body is slowly corrupted by shadowy tendrils. They must succeed on a DC 16 Constitution saving throw or gain a level of exhaustion that cannot be removed until the next dawn.
Insatiable Hunger: After delving into the grimoire's secrets, the user develops an insatiable hunger for power over shadows. They must pass a DC 18 Wisdom saving throw or become obsessed with studying the grimoire, ignoring all other activities, including eating and sleeping.
Shadowy Pursuit: The grimoire's influence draws the attention of the bound umbral entity, which seeks to escape its prison by possessing the user's body. The entity may attempt to influence or torment the user through nightmares, visions, or whispers from the darkness.

Use in Campaign:
The Grimoire of the Wandering Shadow could be the centerpiece of a campaign delving into the mysteries of shadow magic and the dangers of tampering with forces beyond mortal understanding. Its discovery could set the party on a path of unraveling a sinister cult's plans to unleash a powerful shadow entity upon the world. Alternatively, a reckless warlock or wizard could stumble upon the grimoire, unleashing its corrupting influence and drawing the attention of the bound umbral entity.

Possessing or using the grimoire could lead to encounters with shadowy creatures, eerie phenomena, and the ever-present risk of succumbing to the lure of power at the cost of one's soul. The party must grapple with the temptation of mastering shadow magic versus the potential corruption and dangers posed by the grimoire's curse, creating rich roleplaying opportunities and moral dilemmas.

Description

Lore:
The Grimoire of the Wandering Shadow is an accursed tome, its origins tracing back to a forgotten cult that delved into the darkest secrets of shadow magic. It is said that the cult's high priest sacrificed his soul to bind a malevolent umbral entity within the pages of the grimoire, imbuing it with the power to control and manipulate shadows.

The grimoire's covers are adorned with eldritch runes and sigils, pulsating with an otherworldly energy that casts dancing shadows upon its surroundings. Its pages are filled with rituals and incantations that grant mastery over the realms of darkness and shadow.

Properties of the Grimoire of the Wandering Shadow:

Shadow Step: The grimoire allows its wielder to cast the misty step spell without expending a spell slot, once per long rest. However, the user emerges from a shadowy haze that lingers briefly.
Shadowform: Through an intricate ritual, the user can transform into a living shadow for a limited time, granting them resistance to all damage except force damage and the ability to move through other creatures' spaces as difficult terrain.
Shadow Mastery: The bearer gains proficiency in the Stealth skill and advantage on saving throws against being blinded or effects that rely on light.

Curse of the Grimoire of the Wandering Shadow:

Umbral Corruption: Each time a ritual is performed using the grimoire, the user's body is slowly corrupted by shadowy tendrils. They must succeed on a DC 16 Constitution saving throw or gain a level of exhaustion that cannot be removed until the next dawn.
Insatiable Hunger: After delving into the grimoire's secrets, the user develops an insatiable hunger for power over shadows. They must pass a DC 18 Wisdom saving throw or become obsessed with studying the grimoire, ignoring all other activities, including eating and sleeping.
Shadowy Pursuit: The grimoire's influence draws the attention of the bound umbral entity, which seeks to escape its prison by possessing the user's body. The entity may attempt to influence or torment the user through nightmares, visions, or whispers from the darkness.

Use in Campaign:
The Grimoire of the Wandering Shadow could be the centerpiece of a campaign delving into the mysteries of shadow magic and the dangers of tampering with forces beyond mortal understanding. Its discovery could set the party on a path of unraveling a sinister cult's plans to unleash a powerful shadow entity upon the world. Alternatively, a reckless warlock or wizard could stumble upon the grimoire, unleashing its corrupting influence and drawing the attention of the bound umbral entity.

Possessing or using the grimoire could lead to encounters with shadowy creatures, eerie phenomena, and the ever-present risk of succumbing to the lure of power at the cost of one's soul. The party must grapple with the temptation of mastering shadow magic versus the potential corruption and dangers posed by the grimoire's curse, creating rich roleplaying opportunities and moral dilemmas.