Rod of Equestrians (Magic Rod)

A rod of equestrians can be identified by the ornately crafted stylized horse's head, surmounting the top. The other end of this 3-foot shaft is either plain or has a horseshoe or ball at the base. The rod is most often carved of wood, though a few metal versions have been reported.
A rod of equestrians has 4d10 charges when discovered and can be
A single charge allows the wielder to cast a mount spell as an 8th-level wizard. Expending two charges allows the user to cast a special version of phantom steed as a 14th-level wizard. The “spooking” affect the phantom steed usually has on animals does not apply.
To use this item, the wielder must grip the rod with both hands at the top, just below the horse's head, hold it in front of the body at waist height, incline the top of the rod forwards at a 45° angle, and then gallop forward 3 yards while saying the command word.
About 25% of these rods have the added utility of serving as magical weapons. The bottom is used as a bludgeoning instrument as powerful as a horse's kick; 1d6+1 points of damage are delivered on a successful attack roll, which is made with a +3 bonus.
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