"Wielded by those favored by Felindra, this dagger strikes with the silence of the night, its blade imbued with the power of the moon and the hunt."
Description:
The Silent Fang is a mystical dagger favored by Felindra, the goddess of fate and rebirth, and wielded by her most cunning followers. The blade is forged from obsidian, dark as the night sky, with a subtle sheen that reflects the light of the moon in soft, silver hues. The edge is impossibly sharp, honed to a lethal point capable of delivering swift and precise strikes in the dark.
The hilt of the dagger is shaped like a feline paw, its claws forming the grip, and wrapped in silken threads that glow faintly with an ethereal light, symbolizing the grace and deadly nature of the cat. The pommel is adorned with a crescent moonstone, which pulses gently with divine power, representing the connection between Felindra and the night’s predatory forces.
The Silent Fang is not only a weapon but a symbol of stealth, agility, and divine precision. It is said that when the dagger is drawn, it hums with a quiet energy, as though the dagger itself is aware of the fate of those it strikes.
Magical Properties and Features:
- Silent Strike:
- The Silent Fang allows the user to move and strike with unmatched stealth. When wielded, the user has advantage on Stealth checks made to hide or move silently. Attacks made with the dagger are made with advantage if the target is unaware of the wielder’s presence.
- Moonlit Claws:
- The dagger’s blade is imbued with the energy of the moon. Once per short rest, the wielder can activate the dagger to deal an additional 2d6 radiant damage on a successful attack. The attack also creates a flash of moonlight, blinding the target for 1 turn (DC 14 Constitution saving throw to avoid the blindness).
- Feline Agility:
- The wearer gains a +2 bonus to Dexterity-based checks and saving throws while wielding the Silent Fang, representing the swift and agile nature of a predator.
- Night’s Veil:
- Once per long rest, the wielder can use the dagger to cast Invisibility on themselves for 1 minute, as long as they remain stationary or move at a slow pace. This ability can be used as a bonus action.
Weapon Bonuses:
- Attribute Bonus: +2 Dexterity
- Armor Bonus: None
- Skill Bonus: Advantage on Stealth and Acrobatics checks
- Proficiency Bonus: None
Drawbacks and Risks:
- Lunar Madness:
- The power of the Silent Fang is tied to the moon, and prolonged use of the dagger may drive the wielder to madness. After using the Moonlit Claws ability three times in a week, the wielder must succeed on a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw or suffer disadvantage on Wisdom-based checks for 24 hours.
- Predator’s Hunger:
- The dagger is a weapon of the hunt, and overuse can stir a deep, primal hunger in the wielder. After each successful strike, the wielder must make a DC 12 Constitution saving throw or feel an overwhelming desire to pursue and hunt. If failed, the wielder must spend the next 10 minutes hunting a living creature.
- Tied to the Night:
- The Silent Fang is bound to the night and the powers of Felindra. The wielder suffers disadvantage on attack rolls and saving throws if they attempt to wield the dagger during the day or in full daylight.
Lore and History:
The Silent Fang was forged by the hands of Felindra herself, crafted in the shadows of the moonlit night, when she first granted her blessings to those who walked the path of cunning and stealth. The dagger has passed through the hands of many, from the most elite assassins to the silent guardians of sacred secrets. It is said that the dagger’s power comes not from the metal itself, but from the goddess’ divine connection to the night and the hunt.
It is a weapon revered by those who follow Felindra’s teachings, as it symbolizes the balance between fate, stealth, and the ever-present power of the moon. Many who have wielded the Silent Fang speak of the quiet whispers of the moon that guide their hands and help them execute their most deadly deeds.
Additional Roleplay Features:
- Whispers of the Moon:
- While wielding the Silent Fang, the wielder occasionally hears the faint whispers of Felindra’s divine presence, guiding them in moments of peril or decision.
- Prowler’s Grace:
- The wielder’s movements become so fluid and swift that they gain the ability to leap great distances with ease, gaining a +10 bonus to jump distances while wielding the dagger.
- Mark of the Huntress:
- The wielder of the Silent Fang gains a subtle mark upon their skin, a faint cat’s paw print that glows when they are close to prey or danger. This mark gives them advantage on Insight checks made to determine the intentions of others.
Item Information:
- Item Type: Magical Dagger (Divine Artifact)
- Weight: 1 lb
- Market Value: Priceless
- Black Market Value: 50,000 gold pieces
Summary of Item:
The Silent Fang is a dagger of deadly precision, imbued with the power of Felindra, the goddess of fate and rebirth. It allows its wielder to strike with the silence of the night, moving like a shadow and using the moon’s divine power to deal devastating blows. While it offers unmatched stealth and power, it comes with a price—the wielder must maintain balance or risk being consumed by their own primal instincts. As both a weapon and a divine tool, the Silent Fang is a testament to Felindra’s ever-watchful eye and the eternal cycle of life and death.
"In the stillness of the night, the Silent Fang strikes with precision, guided by the whispers of the hunt."
Proficiency with a Dagger allows you to add your proficiency bonus to the attack roll for any attack you make with it.
This weapon has the following mastery property. To use this property, you must have a feature that lets you use it.
Nick. When you make the extra attack of the Light property, you can make it as part of the Attack action instead of as a Bonus Action. You can make this extra attack only once per turn.
Notes: Advantage: Stealth, Advantage: Melee Attacks, Bonus: Dexterity Ability Checks, Bonus: Dexterity Saving Throws, Bonus: Dexterity Score, Advantage: Acrobatics, Damage, Buff, Combat, Finesse, Light, Thrown, Nick
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