Blackstick (Magic Rod)

This item is a rod of undead rulership. Having taken the form of the Wraith Lord, Landryn Teriak requires this item to attain mastery over would-be legions of undead.
Apart from its darkest purpose, the blackstick also functions as a rod of undead slaying and resurrection. Through using specific incantations—decima for slaying and vifica for resurrection—the PCs can use this invaluable weapon against the forces of darkness. However, the blackstick only has two charges for each function and may not be recharged.
Undead who are resurrected by the blackstick are returned to living flesh and blood. Undead, slain by the rod, are blasted out of existence in an explosion of light.
Learning how to use the undead rulership function is dangerous for the owner. Studying it slowly taps the life force of any wizard who attempts to wield it. Ultimately, the user finally becomes a creature like the Wraith Lord. Before this, however, the character becomes chaotic and falls under evil influences. The user is also subject to attack by powerful undead who want to prevent the use of the rod.
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Category:Magical Rod
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