The Never-opened Box
Treasure
Item Type Treasure
Lies abandoned in a sealed shrine, its contents may hold salvation or doom.
- Notes
- Its lock is an alien glyph pattern that shifts when looked at directly.
- Restriction
- Cannot be opened by force; only whispered secrets or mind tricks can unseal it.
Cost
50s
Description
A cracked, blackened wooden box with iron runes, its surface festering with mold; it emanates an oppressive, unspoken menace.
Effect
Releases a whispering darkness that drips poison on touch, causing d4 damage and disorientation (Toughness DR12), cannot be opened forcibly without risking a worse fate.
Fail Effect
The box shudders violently, releasing corrupt spores that cause 2d6 damage and nausea for 1 hour.
Hook
Lies abandoned in a sealed shrine, its contents may hold salvation or doom.
GM Notes
- The box’s contents are unknown, but it demands a cautious approach.
- Its whispering can confuse or sedate those who listen too long.
- Do not try to open it with brute force; consequences are severe.