This magical item appears as a sturdy ironwood chest with intricate carvings depicting naval battles and hobgoblin war banners rippling in the wind. It measures 6 inches long, 3 inches wide, and 3 inches deep. It weighs 2 pounds and floats. It can be opened to store items inside. This item also has three command words, each requiring you to use an action to speak it.
First Command Word. Causes the box to unfold into a Rowboat. it is 10 feet long, 4 feet wide, and 2 feet deep (Row Boat). The boat has one pair of oars, an anchor, a mast, and a lateen sail. The boat can hold up to four Medium creatures comfortably. (Stats Below)
Second Command Word. causes the box to unfold into a [items]Keelboat[/items. A ship 25 feet long, 12 feet wide, and 6 feet deep. The ship has a deck, rowing seats, five sets of oars, a steering oar, an anchor, a deck cabin, and a mast with a square sail. The ship can hold fifteen Medium creatures comfortably. (Stats Below)
When the box becomes a vessel, its weight becomes that of a normal vessel its size, and anything that was stored in the box remains in the boat.
Third Command Word. Causes the folding boat to fold back into a box, provided that no creatures are aboard. Any objects in the vessel that can't fit inside the box remain outside the box as it folds. Any objects in the vessel that can fit inside the box do so.
Rowboat
Type: Vehicle (Water) Cost: 50 gp Weight: 100 lbs
Rowboats have the following statistics:
AC 11
HP 50
Speed 1½ mph
Damage Threshold —
Crew 1
Passengers 3
Cargo (Tons) —
Keelboat
Type: Vehicle (Water) Cost: 3000 gp Weight: --
Keelboats have the following statistics:
AC 15
HP 100
Speed 6 mph
Damage Threshold 10
Crew 1
Passengers 14
Cargo (Tons) 1/2
Notes: Azrok’s Folding Boat, crafted by goblin artificers and enchanted with hobgoblin ingenuity, is a finely constructed relic with an imposing aesthetic befitting a warlord. This magical item appears as a sturdy ironwood chest with intricate carvings depicting naval battles and hobgoblin war banners rippling in the wind. The chest is: Size: 6 inches long, 3 inches wide, and 3 inches deep. Weight: 2 pounds, surprisingly light for its appearance. Material: Made of enchanted ironwood reinforced with rivets of blackened steel, giving it a rugged, militaristic design. Features: Lid Ornamentation: The hinged lid is adorned with the carved likeness of Azrok’s sigil—a snarling hobgoblin face encircled by a ring of flames, symbolizing dominance at sea and war. Inscriptions: Each side of the chest bears small goblin runes inlaid with tarnished silver, spelling out its three command words. The runes shimmer faintly when the appropriate word is spoken. Locking Mechanism: A clasp in the shape of a hobgoblin gauntlet holds the lid shut. When touched, the clasp seems warm, as though embers burn beneath the surface. Additional Details: Texture and Feel: The ironwood is smooth but rugged, with subtle grooves etched into the surface, suggesting long years of use and wear. Its edges are reinforced with blackened steel bands engraved with faint, spiraling patterns reminiscent of ocean waves. Floating Capability: Despite its metallic reinforcement, the chest floats on water with perfect buoyancy, as if an unseen force holds it just above the surface. Unique Addition: The underside of the chest is fitted with a small metal plate engraved with the phrase: “Azrok’s Wrath—May You Sail Boldly.” Craftsmanship: This variant folding boat was a treasured possession of Azrok, the hobgoblin warlord, and reflects his pride in naval conquest. The magical chest was crafted to endure the harsh environments of the Underdark rivers and lakes. Gift Context: Azrok’s wife, Lady Lurkana, presented the folding boat as a sign of gratitude and respect after the adventurers rid the drow settlement of its occupants, symbolizing a bond of trust and allegiance. This ornate chest not only serves as a utilitarian object but also stands as a testament to Azrok’s legacy and his dominion over the waters., Movement, Utility, Exploration
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