The Crown of the Grand Cornu

The Crown of the Grand Cornu
Aura strong necromancy; CL 20th
Slot head; Weight 3 lb.
DESCRIPTION
This impressive headpiece is the undisputed symbol of the Grand Cornu. It is large and imposing, composed of fluted iron and black opals, and is worth 100,000 gp for its materials and workmanship alone. The center of the crown has a golden holy symbol of Orcus set in to it. This adornment and the reflective silver makes the crown appear golden in dim light.
In addition to being a badge of office, the crown acts as a headband of mental superiority, granting a +6 enhancement bonus to the wearer’s Intelligence, Wisdom and Charisma scores. The Intelligence contained within boost Knowledge (Arcana, Religion and Planes).
However, it also bears a terrible curse that strikes anyone who puts on the crown without having been sworn in as the Grand Cornu in the proper ceremony. Creatures that have the crown forced upon their head gain a Will save to avoid the curse; those who willingly don the headpiece, however, receive no save.
The crown’s curse forces the will of the current Grand Cornu upon the wearer. The wearer’s skin turns a darker shade, as if coated by a layer of shadows, and the irises of the eyes turn a smoky, roiling black. In addition the wearer becomes a devoted servant of Orcus, seeking to further the demon lord’s cause in whatever way possible.
DESTRUCTION
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