Cover Page
ABC's of Necromancy, Hooked on Vecna
Written by: A. Malus Scribe
Illustrated with skeletons, ghosts, and skulls galore, teaching necromancy like never before!

Page 1 - A is for Animate Dead
"A is for Animate Dead, make skeletons rise,
With Vecna's help, they'll obey your cries.
Bones will dance, and spirits will sway,
With a flick of your hand, they'll do as you say!"

Illustration: A cheerful skeleton with a top hat, dancing as a young necromancer waves a wand.

Page 2 - B is for Bone
"B is for Bone, the backbone of spells,
Crafting bone armor, as Vecna tells.
From fingers to skulls, every piece has might,
In the world of the dead, bones are a knight!"

Illustration: A pile of bones assembling into a protective shield around a small child in a wizard’s hat.

Page 3 - C is for Curse
"C is for Curse, a whispered dark word,
Vecna’s lessons make your voice unheard.
With a hex or a jinx, your foes will fall,
Just don’t get caught, or you'll lose it all!"

Illustration: A sneaky child whispering a curse while hiding behind a gravestone, with eerie green mist surrounding their foe.

Page 4 - D is for Death
"D is for Death, don’t be afraid,
Vecna teaches that it’s just a trade.
Life for power, that’s the deal,
With the dark arts, you’ll always heal!"

Illustration: A grim reaper with a friendly smile offering a hand to a young necromancer, with bright lights showing a balance between life and death.

Page 5 - E is for Evil Eye
"E is for Evil Eye, a glare so strong,
With Vecna’s gift, it won’t take long.
Cast your gaze, and they’ll freeze in fear,
The power of death will be near!"

Illustration: A child with glowing eyes, paralyzing a group of enemies, all caught in the eerie light.

Page 6 - F is for Finger of Death
"F is for Finger of Death, a pointed spell,
Vecna’s touch sends foes to the fell.
With one flick, their life turns cold,
It’s a spell of legends, as Vecna told!"

Illustration: A hand reaching out with a dark aura, causing flowers to wilt and enemies to fall.

Page 7 - G is for Ghoul
"G is for Ghoul, who hungers for meat,
Vecna’s magic makes them hard to beat.
They crawl and they bite, but don’t you fear,
With necromancy, they’ll always be near!"

Illustration: A friendly ghoul offering a handshake to a small necromancer, surrounded by bones.

Page 8 - H is for Haunt
"H is for Haunt, a ghostly friend,
Vecna’s whispers, they’ll defend.
They linger, they spook, and cause a fright,
But with your magic, they’ll serve all night!"

Illustration: A translucent ghost hovering next to a young necromancer, both smiling as they float through a spooky forest.

Page 9 - I is for Immortality
"I is for Immortality, life everlasting,
Vecna’s secret, forever casting.
No need to age, no need to die,
With his magic, you’ll touch the sky!"

Illustration: A glowing figure with Vecna’s symbol hovering above, surrounded by mystical energy that seems to defy time.

Page 10 - J is for Jinx
"J is for Jinx, a playful curse,
Vecna’s tricks will make it worse.
From tripping feet to failing spells,
A jinx from you, and trouble swells!"

Illustration: A mischievous child casting a jinx, causing a group of bullies to trip over their own feet.

Page 11 - K is for Knight of Death
"K is for Knight of Death, in armor so black,
With Vecna’s call, they never slack.
A sword of bone and shield of shade,
They’ll fight for you, never afraid!"

Illustration: A skeletal knight in dark armor, kneeling before a child necromancer, ready to serve.

Page 12 - L is for Lich
"L is for Lich, the ultimate goal,
Vecna’s path makes you whole.
Life eternal, power divine,
Follow his path, and you’ll be fine!"

Illustration: A lich towering over a young necromancer, with glowing eyes and dark magic swirling around them.

Page 13 - M is for Mummy
"M is for Mummy, wrapped so tight,
Vecna’s power gives them might.
They guard and protect with ancient care,
Call them forth, if you dare!"

Illustration: A mummy emerging from a sarcophagus, ready to protect its young summoner.

Page 14 - N is for Necromancer
"N is for Necromancer, a title so grand,
With Vecna’s teachings, you’ll command.
The dead will rise, the living will fall,
With your power, you’ll rule them all!"

Illustration: A young necromancer standing on a hill, commanding an army of the undead, with a dark sky overhead.

Page 15 - O is for Obey
"O is for Obey, the undead’s creed,
Vecna’s will is all they need.
Raise your hand, and they will kneel,
Your power is strong, your will is steel!"

Illustration: A group of skeletons bowing before a child necromancer, ready to follow orders.

Page 16 - P is for Phylactery
"P is for Phylactery, a secret to hold,
Vecna’s essence, in a vessel so cold.
Hide it well, keep it safe,
With this, your soul won’t chafe!"

Illustration: A glowing, ornate box held tightly by a small necromancer, with dark energy swirling around it.

Page 17 - Q is for Quietus
"Q is for Quietus, the final rest,
Vecna’s gift to the truly blessed.
A peaceful end, or violent too,
Your choice depends on what you do!"

Illustration: A scene of peaceful death on one side of the page, and violent death on the other, with a necromancer at the center deciding which path to take.

Page 18 - R is for Raise Dead
"R is for Raise Dead, a powerful feat,
Vecna’s magic makes death retreat.
With a wave of your hand, the dead will rise,
To serve your will, to be your prize!"

Illustration: A graveyard coming to life, with skeletons and zombies rising under the command of a smiling necromancer.

Page 19 - S is for Secrets
"S is for Secrets, hidden and deep,
Vecna knows the ones you keep.
Whispers in shadows, knowledge is power,
With necromancy, it’s yours to devour!"

Illustration: A young necromancer holding a glowing key, unlocking a mysterious door with dark whispers and shadowy figures lurking behind it.

Page 20 - T is for Tomb
"T is for Tomb, where secrets hide,
Vecna’s treasures, deep inside.
Explore the crypts, find the key,
With necromancy, you’ll be free!"

Illustration: A young necromancer opening a tomb, with golden treasures and ancient scrolls glowing from within.

Page 21 - U is for Undead
"U is for Undead, a legion so grand,
Vecna’s power is in your hand.
They march and moan, but don’t despair,
With your magic, they’re in your care!"

Illustration: A horde of undead creatures following a small necromancer, all with glowing eyes and tattered clothes.

Page 22 - V is for Vecna
"V is for Vecna, the master of all,
His knowledge, his power, will make you tall.
Follow his path, learn his ways,
With Vecna’s guidance, you’ll rule the days!"

Illustration: A shadowy figure of Vecna looming over a young necromancer, with dark magic connecting them.

Page 23 - W is for Wight
"W is for Wight, a warrior strong,
Vecna’s curse, it won’t take long.
They fight with skill, they fight with grace,
With necromancy, they know their place!"

Illustration: A wight standing proudly, sword in hand, ready to serve its summoner.

Page 24 - X is for Xombie
"X is for Xombie, the extra cool dead,
Vecna’s magic, they’re never misled.
They groan and they stumble, but don’t you mind,
With necromancy, they’re one of a kind!"

Illustration: A zombie with sunglasses and a leather jacket, stumbling along with a group of other undead.

Page 25 - Y is for Yoke of the Dead
"Y is for Yoke, the undead’s chain,
Vecna’s will keeps them in reign.
Bind them tight, control their might,
With necromancy, you’ll win the fight!"

Illustration: A magical chain linking a group of undead to a young necromancer, all glowing with dark energy.

Page 26 - Z is for Zombie
"Z is for Zombie, slow but strong,
Vecna’s power makes them belong.
They shamble and moan, but never tire,
With necromancy, they’ll never expire!"

Illustration: A zombie with outstretched arms, following its summoner, ready for its next task.

Final Page - The End
"Now you know the ABC’s,
Of necromancy and Vecna’s keys.
Remember the lessons, keep them near,
With this knowledge, you’ve nothing to fear!"

Illustration: The final image shows the young necromancer closing the book with a satisfied smile, surrounded by their new undead friends.