Aegis of Eternity

The Aegis of Eternity is a magnificent shield crafted by the gods themselves. It radiates an aura of timeless power, inspiring awe in all who behold it. This shield is a symbol of protection and resilience beyond mortal limits.

Appearance: The Aegis of Eternity is a large, circular shield adorned with intricate celestial engravings. Its surface is a flawless, reflective mirror, which seems to hold the reflections of all those who look upon it. The rim of the shield is encrusted with ethereal sapphires, each pulsating with a soft, otherworldly light.

Properties:

• Unbreakable Defense: While wielding the Aegis of Eternity, you gain a +3 bonus to your Armor Class. Attacks targeting you have disadvantage.
• Reflective Ward: When you are targeted by a spell or ranged attack, you can use your reaction to reflect it back at the attacker. You can use this feature once per day.
• Eternal Vigilance: The Aegis of Eternity is attuned to the astral plane and can detect the presence of extraplanar or supernatural entities. When within 60 feet of such entities, you can sense their presence and location, even if they are invisible or hidden.
• Celestial Resonance: While attuned to the Aegis, you gain resistance to radiant damage. Additionally, you can understand and speak Celestial fluently.

Cursed Properties:

• Guardian's Sacrifice: To attune to the Aegis of Eternity, you must pledge an oath to protect the innocent and uphold justice. You must be of good alignment. If you ever knowingly commit an act that harms the innocent or forsake your oath, the Aegis of Eternity will become extremely heavy (1 ton) and you will be forever barred from attuning to it again.
• Weight of Eternity: The Aegis is extraordinarily heavy, imposing a -2 penalty to Dexterity saving throws and checks while you are attuned to it.

The Aegis of Eternity is a legendary artifact that embodies the ideals of protection and the pursuit of justice. It offers both unparalleled defense and the power to turn the might of your enemies against them, but it demands unwavering commitment to a righteous cause.

Shields require the Utilize action to Don or Doff. You gain the Armor Class benefit of a Shield only if you have training with it.

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