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Infernal Cackler - Ayatee's Artifacts
The carved pumpkin head at the end of this flail looks real, but the constantly burning fires inside reveal its infernal nature. The head can be heard laughing from time to time, as the devil trapped inside is still alive and well.A proper Halloween item for Halloween! How the Infernal Cackler came to be no-one knows - was it a normal pumpkin touched by evil magic... or is it a head of a headless ...
Wozan's Wondrous Wares - Encounter - October 2023
Wozan, a devilish merchant from the infernal plane of Greed, revels in the art of the deal. He traverses the material plane in his enigmatic wagon, a haunting carillon chiming from its rear, offering wares that are scarce or utterly unattainable anywhere else. But his goods come at a steep price. If you find your pockets lacking, fear not, for Wozan is ever prepared to propose a contract, confiden...
Skull Shield - Ayatee's Artifacts
This small shield has a human skull attached to the front. Two orbs of dark energy float in front of the shield, sometimes settling inside the skull’s eye sockets.This spooky shield (it's October after all) should be a fantastic addition to any adventure focused around old cults and ancient evil deities! The item itself comes from our Tainted Temple dungeon crawl that you can read about on o...
Rainbow Quill - Ayatee's Artifacts
This quill, made from a feather that shimmers with all colors of a rainbow happily jots down everything it hears, with a speed faster than the eye can see.Get the ItemIf you are a Patron you can get additional versions of this item: poker cards sized images, and you will find it in Dragonshorn Item Browser for Foundry VTT!
The Dragons' Retreat - Fantastic Location - September 2023
The Dragons' Retreat is a magical place where the dragons end their lives, joining a collective and becoming a part of the shared knowledge of their kind. The place is also said to be the only way where mortals can communicate with the ancient and long-dead dragons, as it serves as a gateway between the world of the living and the draconic afterlife.Venture into the Dragons' Retreat, meet ...
String of Nature - Ayatee's Artifacts
This longbow is made from green bamboo that seems alive and evergrowing. Several thin branches growing from the arms of the bow can be easily pulled and used as deadly arrows.Get the ItemIf you are a Patron you can get additional versions of this item: poker cards sized images, and you will find it in Dragonshorn Item Browser for Foundry VTT!
Weeping Trees - Exclusive Encounter - August 2023
On the battlefields where war raged against the infernal forces and the soil was saturated with blood, certain trees are sometimes animated as the souls of the dead bind with them through hellish magic. They grow bitter, driven by a deep-seated hatred, lying in wait for any who venture near, eager to consign them to shared eternal torment.The Weeping Trees is a combat encounter for 5th edition and...
Glaives and Halbers - Ayatee's Artifacts
Glaives and halberds, once two separate weapon families lost their flavor in 5th edition - becoming essentially one weapon that only differs in name. This small supplement reintroduces the differences between the weapons - as well as provides some more (new and old) options.Inside the supplements are 4 weapons - two we released some time ago (Glaive of the Spirit Strike and Bladecatcher Halberd), ...
Frozen Flame - Ayatee's Artifacts
Once a flaming weapon, this sword has been transformed by powerful magic into an icy blade that shimmers in the light. The blade is adorned with blue gems, and it’s hilt is covered with a blue leather, adding to its beauty.Lorebook: The Frozen FlamesAs his flaming blade struck the golem and dug deep into its body, the primordial ice of which the creature was made reacted with the sword's pow...
Celestial Morningstar - Ayatee's Artifacts
The handle of this morningstar is made of polished, white marble that shines with slight blue glow. The spikes, made from what looks like solid light, levitate around the head, ready to strike an opponent with radiant might.Get the ItemIf you are a Patron you can get additional versions of this item: poker cards sized images, and you will find it in Dragonshorn Item Browser for Foundry VTT!
The Shrine of the Severed Hand - Exclusive Encounter - July 2023
The shrine of the Severed Hand was built centuries ago around the stone hand that was found deep in the forest. No one knew how and why the hand had appeared there, but it was told that praying at the shrine would bring you a small fortune in your daily tasks. This turned out to be true, for the most part, but no one knew why – as the secret was buried deep. The source of the hand's power wa...
Angel's Eye - Ayatee's Artifacts
This golden-blue spear has an eye, surrounded by blue feathers, just before its blade. The eye constantly looks around as if examining the surroundings, searching for evil hiding in plain sight.Lorebook: The Eye of the AngelsAs you hold the staff, you can head a disembodied voice in your head.THE EYE OF THE ANGEL NEVER SLEEPS(The eye twitches from left to right)THE EYE OF THE ANGEL SEES THROUGH AL...
Protector of the Reef - Ayatee's Artifacts
This ancient spear is made of an unknown material, and scales and fins seem to be growing out of it. The ocean-blue gem that makes the blade of this spear seems to be made of solidified water and is always wet to touch.Lorebook: The Prayer of the Protector of the ReefOh Lord of the Sea, bring your wrath upon those who oppose you and sin against your children and the waters they all live in. Protec...
Darkcrystal Blades - Ayatee's Artifacts
These dual-bladed daggers are made from a special type of dark, magical crystal found only in the depths of the Underearth. The crystal blades are razor-sharp and seem to absorb light, making them appear dark and ominous.Lorebook: The JabOne quick jab, it was all that he needed. Jex's blade went into the guard's body without much resistance - right between the plates of the armor. A hit li...
Thaarel, Ancient Remorhaz - Hunt - June 2023
Living high in the Molten Glacier, Thaarel was touched by ancient elven magic and became more than a typical remorhaz. With a direct connection to the Plane of Fire and high intelligence, he terrorizes the surrounding villages… and there is no stopping him. Will you dare to try?The hunt for Thaarel is the first content in our new series - Hunts - that present multi-stage fights with powerful mon...
Bone Scythe - Ayatee's Artifacts
The handle of this scythe seems to be crafted entirely from the bones of long-dead creatures. Despite its macabre appearance, it bears no evil magic or malevolent intent. Instead, it symbolizes the natural cycle of life and death, and its purpose is to protect the living from unnatural beings that roam the planes.You have a +1 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this weapon. When you hit an...
The Dead in the Temple - Exclusive Encounter - May 2023
A small temple that offers healing and a place to rest hides a dark secret. Will you take a chance and spend a night here to uncover the truth?The Dead in the Temple is an urban-themed social and combat encounter on a map by Tom Cartos!Get the EncounterIf you are a Patron you can get this Encounter as PDF and for Foundry Tabletop in a separate post.
Skullbreaker - Ayatee's Artifacts
The head of this axe seems to be made from blood that clotted a long time ago, along with tiny bits of bone. An orb of darkness floats close to the blade, hissing quietly.You have a +1 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic weapon.Skullbreak. Three times per day, after hitting an enemy with a critical hit using the Skullbreaker, you can release the dark energy of its blade to empowe...
The Burning Cat - Exclusive Encounter - April 2023
A cat with burning whiskers is threatening to burn the barn full of grain down... will you find out what angered the creature?The Burning Cat is a social encounter featuring Gumiennik, one of the demons from the Slavic mythos (illustrated, in it's cat form, by our own Ayatee).Gumiennik (also called ovinnik) guarded the grain in the farmyard against fire, thieves and pests, but was easily offen...
Update and Summary - April 2023
Another month has passed - and it was a tiring and busy one (so busy that we are posting this now)! We spent the first half of the month preparing for the convention - we had to order a lot of things because we upgraded our stand. We also had some family health issues during that time, which meant we had to put some things on the backburner - but for the last two weeks, we have been getting back o...
Bladecatcher Halberd - Ayatee's Artifacts
This heavy halberd's blade looks like giant metal jaws, ready to catch anything it hits and split it in two.You have a +1 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic halberd.Disarming strike. Three times per day, if you hit a creature wielding a weapon with the Bladecatcher Halberd, you can use your reaction to catch the opponent's blade in the gap of the halberd's blade, pre...
The Infernal Cannon - Exclusive Encounter - April 2023
A group of quasits found an infernal cannon, went on a rampage and broke the hellish device... will you stop them, or will you help the demons repair it?The Infernal Cannon is a light-hearted encounter for 5th and 3rd editions, featuring a map from Meditating Munky!Get the EncounterIf you are a Patron you can get this Encounter as PDF, and for Foundry Tabletop in a separate post.Meditating MunkyMe...
Tidal Blade - Ayatee's Artifacts
This longsword, crafted from a smooth, polished sea rock that shimmers with a deep violet-blue hue, smells of saltwater and brine. When wielded, the sword's swings produce a distinct sound of waves crashing against rocks.You have a +1 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic longsword.Sweeping Wave. Once per day you can swing the tidal blade in a wide arc, creating a powerful wave...
Marzanna - Encounter - March 2022
A group of villagers stands in front of a bridge, holding what looks like a woman dressed in traditional clothes. An odd-looking knight blocks their way to stop them from drowning her. Will you find out what is really happening and prevent a tragedy on the first day of spring?"Marzanna" is a social encounter suitable for parties at any level, and is the first in a series of Slavic mytholog...
How to Train a Familiar - Ayatee's Artifacts
This ancient, heavy tome has a blue cover featuring a mysterious snake-like creature and is adorned with black lettering that reads "How to Train a Familiar" in an elegant script.While attuned to How to Train a Familiar, you may summon a familiar to your side as an action, as if you cast a find familiar spell. You also gain proficiency in Intelligence (Arcana) skill.In addition to providin...
The Avalanche - Exclusive Encounter and Item - March 2023
The falling snow makes a terrifying rumbling sound as it moves from the mountainside. Will you hide in time, or will you get caught in a snowslide?"The Avalanche" theme brings you an encounter with a new monster for 5th and 3rd editions, taking place on a map by Meditating Munky, as well as a new item from Ayatee's Artifacts series!Get the EncounterIf you are a Patron you can get this ...
Corsair's Dagger - Ayatee's Artifacts
This simple dagger is surprisingly light and nimble.A small opening in the blade can fit and grip a rope of any size, and the blade itself can cut them in a flash.You have a+1bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic dagger.Rope cutter.The corsair's blade can easily cut through any non-magical rope as if it was paper.Rope swinging.The wielder of the corsair's dagger can use the...
Spirit of the Bottle - Exclusive Encounter - February 2023
The guitar sounds come from a lonely bottle of rum stuck in the sand. Will you find out who is playing?Spirit of the Bottle is a social encounter for parties at any level, featuring a Hermit Genie, a new monster illustrated by our own Ayatee!Get the EncounterIf you are a Patron you can get this Encounter as PDF, and as Foundry Tabletop and Encounter+ modules in a separate post.
Wand of the Demon King - Ayatee's Artifacts
Said to be once owned by a demon king, this wand with a head in the shape of a goat's skull emanates mysterious, dark energy.This magical wand allows its user to warp reality and influence the minds of creatures around them. Three times per day, the user can use the wand to: Dominate the mind of one creature for 8 hours. The creature is entitled to a DC 20 Wisdom saving throw. Create an image ...
Dragonshorn Studios, OGL, and the future
As you probably know by now, Wizards of the Coasts are meddling with OGL, the license that allows publishers like us to publish 5th and 3rd edition compatible material (and much more). WotC are trying to deauthorize OGL 1.0a and push a new license version. While we do not know how it will end up looking - the recently presented OGL 1.2 seems less harsh than previous leaks, and the moving of some p...
