Ebonfire Dust

== Ebonfire Dust ==
Item Level: 9
Price: 550 gp
Usage: Consumable
Bulk: L
Activation: [Action]
Ebonfire Dust is a rare and enigmatic substance, harvested from the remnants of a shadowy fire that burns in the depths of the earth. When ignited or thrown, it produces flames that possess an eerie, shadowy quality. Ebonfire Dust is coveted by those who seek to wield the power of shadow and darkness, but it comes with inherent risks.
=== Effects: ===
# Shadowflame Ignition (1 minute): When the user ignites or activates Ebonfire Dust as an action, it creates flames imbued with shadows and darkness. During this time, they can use the following abilities:
#* Shadowfire Blast: As a ranged attack action, the user can project a blast of shadowfire at a target within 60 feet. This blast deals 4d6 fire damage and 4d6 negative energy damage. The target must succeed at a Reflex save (DC 20) to halve the damage.
#* Cloak of Shadows: The user becomes shrouded in shadowy flames, granting them concealment (20% miss chance) against attacks and allowing them to hide in areas of dim light or darkness with ease.
# Ebon Resilience: While under the effects of Ebonfire Dust, the user gains resistance to fire and negative energy damage, granting them a +4 circumstance bonus to saving throws against such effects.
=== Drawbacks: ===
# Shadow Addiction: Regular use of Ebonfire Dust can lead to a growing affinity for shadow and darkness. The user may become uncomfortable in bright light and suffer penalties to Perception checks in well-lit areas.
# Uncontrollable Flames: The shadowy flames produced by Ebonfire Dust can be challenging to control. Unintended fires may start, potentially causing damage to allies, structures, or the environment.
# Shadow Vulnerability: After the effects of Ebonfire Dust wear off, the user may experience vulnerability to radiant or holy damage, taking additional damage from such sources for a short duration.
=== Crafting: ===
Creating Ebonfire Dust is a perilous alchemical process that involves combining rare minerals, shadow-touched herbs, and a spark of negative energy. Crafting it is often considered dangerous and is typically shrouded in secrecy.
=== Adventure Hooks: ===
# The PCs come across a hidden cult that worships shadowy entities and uses Ebonfire Dust in their dark rituals. The party must infiltrate the cult and prevent them from summoning malevolent beings.
# A character in the party becomes addicted to Ebonfire Dust and begins using it recklessly. The group must confront their friend's descent into darkness and find a way to break their addiction.
# An artificer or pyromancer seeks the assistance of the party to obtain Ebonfire Dust for a unique experiment or invention. They may offer a generous reward for securing the substance.