Protocurio

Protocurio, created directly by El, the Creator of Other World and the One True God of the Universe, is a crystalline orb of shifting, prismatic hues, infused with the highest purity of Quintessence. This legendary artifact grants its wielder supreme magical abilities, infinite Quintessence, the power to reshape reality, divine protection, and true omniscience. Revered and feared across all realms, Protocurio holds the potential for creation and destruction, making it a beacon for powerful entities and a symbol of ultimate magical prowess.
== Protocurio (The First Artifact) ==
Artifact Level: 25
Price: Priceless (Artifact)
=== Item Rarity ===
Legendary (Mythic)
=== Item Type ===
Wondrous Item (Ultimate Artifact)
=== Description ===
Protocurio is an artifact of unparalleled power, created directly by El, the Creator of Other World and the One True God of the Universe, using Quintessence. It is a manifestation of the highest purity and magical potential, an artifact revered and feared across all realms. The Protocurio pulses with a radiant light, shifting colors in a mesmerizing dance of pure energy, and exudes an aura of divine power that transcends mortal comprehension.
=== Appearance ===
The Protocurio appears as a crystalline orb, about the size of a human head, composed of ever-shifting, prismatic hues. It floats above the ground, humming with a melodic resonance that echoes the very essence of creation. The surface of the orb is smooth, yet it seems to be alive with swirling patterns of light and energy, as if the fabric of reality itself is being woven and unwoven within.
=== Powers ===
The Protocurio grants the following powers to its wielder:
# Supreme Magic (Constant, Mythic) The wielder of the Protocurio can cast any spell from any spell list, regardless of class, three times per day as if it were a 10th-level spell. These spells do not require material components, and the wielder always treats their caster level as 25th for the purposes of these spells.
# Infinite Quintessence (Constant, Mythic) The Protocurio generates an infinite supply of Quintessence for its wielder. This allows the wielder to use Quintessence as a material component for any spell or magical crafting, providing unparalleled power and potential.
# Reality Manipulation (3/day, Mythic) Once per day, the wielder can reshape reality within a 1-mile radius, as if casting a wish spell, but without any limitations. This includes altering the landscape, summoning or banishing creatures, and even rewriting the laws of physics and magic.
# Divine Protection (Constant, Mythic) The wielder gains a +10 bonus to AC, all saving throws, and DR 20/— (After making the Moral Burden Save for the day). They are also immune to all negative conditions, including death effects, curses, and petrification.
# Omniscience (Constant, Mythic) The Protocurio grants its wielder true omniscience within a 10-mile radius. The wielder is aware of all creatures, objects, and events within this area, and can perceive through all forms of concealment and illusion.
# Quintessence Infusion (Constant, Mythic) The wielder's body and soul are infused with Quintessence, granting them immortality. They no longer age, require food, water, or sleep, and cannot be permanently killed by any means short of divine intervention.
=== Drawbacks ===
While the Protocurio grants immense power, it also comes with great responsibility and potential risks:
# Cosmic Beacon The Protocurio emits a beacon that can be detected by powerful entities across the multiverse. This makes the wielder a target for gods, archdemons, and other mythic beings who might covet or fear the artifact's power.
# Reality Fracture The Protocurio's immense power can sometimes cause fractures in reality. Using its reality manipulation ability has a 5% chance of creating a rift that leads to other planes, unleashing unpredictable effects or creatures.
# Moral Burden Wielding the Protocurio requires immense moral and ethical fortitude. Misuse of its power can lead to catastrophic consequences, and the wielder must constantly strive to balance the potential for creation and destruction.
==== Moral Burden Save for Protocurio ====
Save Type: Will Save
DC: 30
Frequency: Once per day when using Protocurio's powers
Description: The wielder must make a Will save to resist the moral and ethical strain of wielding Protocurio. This save represents the wielder's inner strength and ability to maintain their moral fortitude while using the artifact's immense powers.
===== Consequences of Failure: =====
* If the wielder fails the Will save, roll a d20 on the Moral Burden Consequences Table to determine the catastrophic consequence of their failure.
* If the wielder succeeds, they manage to maintain their moral and ethical balance, avoiding the catastrophic consequence for that day. However, prolonged use of Protocurio will continue to challenge the wielder's resolve.
===== Modifiers: =====
* Modifiers to the Save:
** +5 bonus if the wielder has taken specific actions to bolster their moral fortitude (e.g., meditating, seeking guidance from a wise mentor, or performing acts of great virtue).
** -5 penalty if the wielder has recently committed acts of significant moral or ethical dubiousness.
===== Example: =====
An adventurer uses Protocurio to reshape reality to save a village from destruction. At the end of the day, they must make a Will save (DC 30). If they succeed, they maintain their moral balance. If they fail, they roll on the Moral Burden Consequences Table and face the resulting catastrophe.
==== Moral Burden Consequences Table for Protocurio ====
When the wielder of Protocurio misuses its power or fails to uphold the immense moral and ethical fortitude required, roll a d20 to determine the catastrophic consequence.
d20 Roll	Consequence
1 	Reality Shatter: The fabric of reality fractures within a 1-mile radius, causing random planar rifts and unleashing chaotic energies. The area becomes a zone of unpredictable and dangerous magical effects.
2 	Temporal Anomaly: Time warps and distorts within a 1-mile radius. Creatures and objects are subject to random time jumps, aging or de-aging rapidly, or being frozen in time for hours.
3 	Cosmic Beacon: A beacon of immense power draws the attention of a powerful extraplanar entity (demon lord, celestial, etc.) that arrives with unknown intentions.
4 	Elemental Cataclysm: A catastrophic elemental storm (fire, water, earth, air) erupts, causing widespread devastation within a 1-mile radius.
5 	Soul Fragmentation: The wielder's soul is partially fragmented, causing them to lose 1d4 points of Wisdom and Charisma permanently. The fragments manifest as malevolent spectral entities.
6 	Mind Corruption: The wielder is afflicted with a powerful curse of madness, causing erratic behavior and visions for 1d10 days.
7 	Divine Reprimand: A minor deity or powerful celestial entity arrives to chastise the wielder, demanding they atone for their misuse or face severe divine punishment.
8 	Quintessence Drain: The Protocurio's connection to Quintessence weakens temporarily, reducing its powers for 1d4 days (Supreme Magic limited to 1/day, Reality Manipulation disabled).
9 	Shadow Spawn: Shadows and dark entities are drawn to the wielder, attacking and attempting to drain their life force for 1d6 days.
10 	Ethical Dilemma: The wielder faces a moral quandary that tests their ethical fortitude. Failure to resolve it leads to permanent loss of the artifact's favor (-5 to all artifact-related checks for 1d4 days).
11 	Cursed Artifact: The artifact becomes cursed for 1d4 weeks, causing misfortune and negative effects to the wielder and their allies (disadvantage on all rolls, cursed items sticking to their hands, etc.).
12 	Mirror Reversal: A mirror image of the wielder with opposite alignment is created. This doppelganger seeks to oppose and undermine the wielder's actions for 1d6 weeks.
13 	Phantasmal Siege: Illusions of the wielder's worst fears manifest and attack, causing physical harm as well as psychological trauma for 1d6 days.
14 	Quintessence Feedback: The wielder is overwhelmed by the artifact's energy, causing them to be incapacitated for 1d6 hours and suffer 3d10 radiant damage.
15 	Cosmic Judgment: A celestial tribunal manifests to judge the wielder's actions. If found guilty, the wielder loses all powers granted by Protocurio for 1d4 weeks.
16 	Life Leech: The artifact drains 1d4 Constitution points from the wielder permanently, using it to fuel its own energies and causing the wielder to age prematurely.
17 	Dimensional Rift: A rift opens, transporting the wielder and nearby creatures to a random plane of existence for 1d4 days.
18 	Ethereal Stalker: An ethereal being starts stalking the wielder, attacking at random intervals and draining their life force.
19 	Moral Compass Shift: The wielder's alignment shifts one step towards Evil or Chaos for 1d6 weeks, affecting their interactions and decisions.
20 	Cataclysmic Eruption: The artifact's power erupts uncontrollably, causing a massive explosion of energy that deals 10d10 damage to all creatures within a 1-mile radius and alters the landscape permanently.
The wielder must always consider the moral and ethical implications of using Protocurio to avoid these catastrophic consequences.
=== Destruction ===
The Protocurio can only be destroyed by El, the Creator of Other World and the One True God of the Universe. Any attempt to destroy or misuse the artifact by other means will result in catastrophic consequences, potentially unraveling the very fabric of reality.
=== History ===
The Protocurio is the first artifact ever created, forged by El using the purest form of Quintessence. It is a symbol of unparalleled purity and magical potential, often sought after by those who aspire to master the forces of creation and destruction. Legends tell of heroes and villains alike who have wielded its power, shaping the destiny of worlds and the cosmos itself.