Zombie Broth (Magical Liquid)

This is a foul-smelling magical potion. Zargosians typically brew it in large iron cauldrons, adding unspeakable ingredients. They use this concoction as the first step in the process of turning people into zombies. Any human, demi-human, or humanoid who drinks zombie broth must immediately attempt a saving throw vs. poison. If successful, there is no effect.
If the saving throw is missed, the character's Intelligence drops to 3, and he or she loses all self-motivation and will-power. Movement rate drops to 6. The character is effectively a sluggish, mindless automaton. A victim of zombie broth must obey the commands of anyone with-out hesitation, even self-injury if told to do so. He or she can perform only very simple tasks, such as talking, walking, opening a door, picking up or dropping objects, or rowing a boat. The character automatically misses in combat-too “out of it” to fight. Spell casting is out of the question. The potion also acts like a truth serum; the character answers all questions to the best of his or her ability.
The effects of drinking zombie broth last for one full day. During this time, the character can neither hold down nor has a hunger for normal food and drink-the hapless victim craves only more zombie broth.
If the character should die of lack of food and water while under the influence of the broth, he or she becomes an undead zombie.
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