Now, we had quite a few cursed weapons already, or weapons that might be cursed... but this is the first time, I think, that we receive also the mapped out history - or at least the legends - of such a weapon. And that is useful.
I do like the history and the write up. However, no matter how much the blade's infamy spreads, there will still be those who won't know it (or will blinded by its magic). They will use the blade and its legend will grow. Go to Comment
I particularly enjoyed the blade's description, and of course the rumors and legends are a great touch, giving this a texture and feel beyond the typical magical sword. Very nicely done! Go to Comment
A subtly accursed weapon with a legendary and mysterious past. Who would want it? There are always those who value such things, disdaining their alleged curse.
The sword's past could become part of an adventure: Perhaps some of the unfortunates that have fallen to its bite rest uneasily? Perhaps its accursed touch is needed to "balance the scales" somehow?
I particularly like the collection of rumors. Go to Comment
I think the meeting with the tattered man very closely resembles the Southern notion of meeting the devil and selling your soul to play the guitar. I approve. Go to Comment
Hmmm... I beg to differ. While the tale is short, concise and properly touching, there weren't any plot hooks of any substance to speak of. For me this was a nice, short tale, but also a dead end. The hooks offered explanation, but no further adventure. Go to Comment
exactly what manfred said. A lovely tale, which aptly pulls the emotional strings and adds a touch of mystery. Well done! Poetic Justice is a particular eye-opener! Go to Comment
My intention was that this could be a nice snag for a party with a bard in the group. They would remember the effect that the song had on the crowd. What bard could resist?
If it is only the young bard's "suicide note", then no harm will come of another bard taking and using it. If it is either of the other two options, then he will be using the song at his peril. If it is the last option, they would have to find a way to undo the curse (maybe find the old man, a mage who could undo it, get someone else to take the song, etc...) but this has been left open to the discretion of the GM.
Since this was written for Wulf's "Tales of the Road" I will await his input before expanding further.
As always, I appreciate your input AG and your comments and observations are well taken. Go to Comment
Items (Melee Weapons) (Cursed)
Nicely done, kamina! Go to Comment