Wand of Orcus (Magic Wand)

The wand of Orcus, also known as the wand of death, is a rod of obsidian topped by a skull. When used by any other than Orcus himself, the wand has a 50% chance of annihilating any creature (except fiends, godlings, and the like) merely by touch, but subjects the user to one of the curses stated below each time this is tried. In addition, it bestows the following abilities/penalties: 
*Move at double speed.
*Cure light wounds once a day.
*Speak with animals.
*Cause serious wound; user receives 2d12 points of damage.
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Category:Magic Wands
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