Nine Lost Symphonies of Horton Fogmeadow

The Nine Lost Symphonies of Horton Fogmeadow are a collection of dark songs, penning using the emotions of a noted Halfling Bard Horton Fogmeadow. It contains nine songs, each of which increase in power when played in unison, and it is a wide-seeked treasure by Bards hoping to make their fortune. However, it is said that gathering all of the songs in one place is a surefire way to come under the scrutiny of Cthothlast himself, a fate no one wishes for themselves.
The nine symphonies are as follows:

1. The Scarecrow's Ballad, which details the creation of a Scarecrow and the subsequent destruction of its creator and its hands.
2. The Hymn of the Grotesque, which details profane rituals and self mutilation.
3. The Coward's Chant, which details a king's decision to allow his family to be executed to save his own life.
4. Mercy Dirge, which details a duke who shows mercy to a captured soldier, only for that soldier to skin the duke alive.
5. Shanta Shanty, which details the crimes that go on as a result of a long peace-time.
6. Round of Rage, which details the death of the first Barbarian.
7. Laughter's Sweet Melody, which details a list of war crimes in order from stoic to hilarious, according to the now disintergrating mind of its author.
8. The Anthem of Lost Lustre, which details the barely-remembered feeling of belonging suffered from the author's slipping mind.
9. Tune of Hearts, which details the exact moment a man's heart breaks in infinitessimal detail.

Mechanics & Inner Workings

The tome is made up of nine short songs, overflowing with Eldritch magic, that must be collated by the holder in the book upon hearing them. With each Symphony added, each collected Symphony becomes stronger. Each Symphony can be performed with an action, which expends a number of charges of the Tome, indicated by each Symphony. The Tome has a number of charges equal to the number of Symphonies you know, 1d4 of which are regained at dawn. The bearer of the Tome can use the Symphonies without remaining charges, but they must make a DC20 Wisdom saving throw when they do so, gaining a Vile Veil Mutation on a failed save. Each effect uses your spell save DC, unless otherwise stated. The powers are as follows:
The Scarecrow’s Ballad Bhayanaka - Fear or Terror Formed from Horton Fogmeadow’s nightmares and phobias, stripped away from him by the Travesty Cthothlast, the Scarecrow’s Ballad is a terrifying tune that forces the listener to relive their worst nightmares. 1 Symphony Acquired: The target must make a DC10 Wisdom save, or be frightened for 1 minute. 2 Symphonies Acquired: The target must make a DC12 Wisdom save, or be frightened for 1 minute. 3 Symphonies Acquired: The target must make a DC14 Wisdom save, or be frightened for 1 minute. 4 Symphonies Acquired: The target must make a DC16 Wisdom save, or be frightened for 1 minute. 5 Symphonies Acquired: The target must make a DC18 Wisdom save, or be frightened for 1 minute. 6 Symphonies Acquired: The target must make a DC20 Wisdom save, or be frightened for 1 minute. 7 Symphonies Acquired: The target must make a DC20 Wisdom save, or be frightened for 1 minute. In addition, the target takes 1d4 psychic damage at the start of their turn while the effect lasts. 8 Symphonies Acquired: The target must make a DC20 Wisdom save, or be frightened for 1 minute. In addition, the target takes 2d4 psychic damage at the start of their turn while the effect lasts. 9 Symphonies Acquired: The target must make a DC20 Wisdom save, or be frightened for 1 minute. In addition, the target takes 3d4 psychic damage at the start of their turn while the effect lasts.
Hymn of the Grotesque Bibhatsa: Disgust or aversion Formed from Horton Fogmeadow’s primal repulsion, stripped away from him by the Travesty Cthothlast, the Hymn of the Grotesque is a sickening song that forces the listener into a state of extreme nausea. 1 Symphony Acquired: The target must make a DC10 Constitution save, or be poisoned for 1 minute. 2 Symphonies Acquired: The target must make a DC12 Constitution save, or be poisoned for 1 minute. 3 Symphonies Acquired: The target must make a DC14 Constitution save, or be poisoned for 1 minute. 4 Symphonies Acquired: The target must make a DC16 Constitution save, or be poisoned for 1 minute. 5 Symphonies Acquired: The target must make a DC18 Constitution save, or be poisoned for 1 minute. 6 Symphonies Acquired: The target must make a DC20 Constitution save, or be poisoned for 1 minute. 7 Symphonies Acquired: The target must make a DC20 Constitution save, or be poisoned for 1 minute. In addition, the target takes 1d4 poison damage at the start of their turn while the effect lasts. 8 Symphonies Acquired: The target must make a DC20 Constitution save, or be poisoned for 1 minute. In addition, the target takes 2d4 poison damage at the start of their turn while the effect lasts. 9 Symphonies Acquired: The target must make a DC20 Constitution save, or be poisoned for 1 minute. In addition, the target takes 3d4 poison damage at the start of their turn while the effect lasts.
Coward’s Chant Veera: Heroism or courage Formed from Horton Fogmeadow’s innate heroism, stripped away from him by the Travesty Cthothlast, the Coward’s Chant is an invigorating march that boosts the listener’s morale. 1 Symphony Acquired: You can cast Bless at first level without expending a spell slot. 2 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Bless at second level without expending a spell slot. 3 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Bless at third level without expending a spell slot. 4 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Bless at fourth level without expending a spell slot. 5 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Bless at fifth level without expending a spell slot. 6 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Bless at sixth level without expending a spell slot. 7 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Bless at seventh level without expending a spell slot. 8 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Bless at eighth level without expending a spell slot. 9 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Bless at ninth level without expending a spell slot.

Mercy Dirge Karuna: Compassion or mercy Formed from Horton Fogmeadow’s famous mercy, stripped away from him by the Travesty Cthothlast, the Mercy Dirge is a soothing song that inspires clemency in the listener. 1 Symphony Acquired: Select a creature other than yourself. Melee and Spell Attack rolls made against that creature are reduced by 1 for 1 minute. 2 Symphonies Acquired: Select a creature other than yourself. Melee and Spell Attack rolls made against that creature are reduced by 1d4 for 1 minute. 3 Symphonies Acquired: Select a creature other than yourself. Melee and Spell Attack rolls made against that creature are reduced by 1d6 for 1 minute. 4 Symphonies Acquired: Select a creature other than yourself. Melee and Spell Attack rolls made against that creature are reduced by 1d8 for 1 minute. 5 Symphonies Acquired: Select a creature other than yourself. Melee and Spell Attack rolls made against that creature are reduced by 1d10 for 1 minute. 6 Symphonies Acquired: Select a creature other than yourself. Melee and Spell Attack rolls made against that creature are reduced by 1d10 for 1 minute, and the target gains a 1d4 temporary hit points for the duration. 7 Symphonies Acquired: Select a creature other than yourself. Melee and Spell Attack rolls made against that creature are reduced by 1d10 for 1 minute, and the target gains a 2d4 temporary hit points for the duration. 8 Symphonies Acquired: Select a creature other than yourself. Melee and Spell Attack rolls made against that creature are reduced by 1d10 for 1 minute, and the target gains a 3d4 temporary hit points for the duration. 9 Symphonies Acquired: Select a creature other than yourself. Melee and Spell Attack rolls made against that creature are reduced by 1d10 for 1 minute, and the target gains a 4d4 temporary hit points for the duration.
Shanta Shanty Shanta: Peace or tranquility Formed from Horton Fogmeadow’s tranquility when amongst Nature, stripped away from him by the Travesty Cthothlast, the Shanta Shanty is a surprisingly lively ambience that fosters peaceful feelings in the listener. You can use any of these spells once you have acquired the required number of Symphonies, and you can use previously acquired spells from this symphony, although they still use a charge from your Tome. 1 Symphony Acquired: You can cast Animal Friendship without expending a spell slot. 2 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Pass Without Trace without expending a spell slot. 3 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Daylight without expending a spell slot. 4 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Fount of Moonlight without expending a spell slot. 5 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Commune with Nature without expending a spell slot. 6 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Find the Path without expending a spell slot. 7 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Mirage Arcane without expending a spell slot. 8 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Antipathy/Sympathy without expending a spell slot. 9 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Foresight without expending a spell slot.
Round of Rage Raudra: Anger Formed from Horton Fogmeadow’s frustrations and hatred, stripped away from him by the Travesty Cthothlast, the Round of Rage is a furious din that sparks a violent rage in the listener. 1 Symphony Acquired: You can target one creature with 5ft of you to make a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the target must use its reaction to make a melee attack against the nearest creature, regardless of whether it is friend or foe. 2 Symphonies Acquired: You can target one creature with 10ft of you to make a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the target must use its reaction to make a melee attack against the nearest creature, regardless of whether it is friend or foe. 3 Symphonies Acquired: You can target one creature with 20ft of you to make a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the target must use its reaction to make a melee attack against the nearest creature, regardless of whether it is friend or foe. 4 Symphonies Acquired: You can target one creature with 30ft of you to make a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the target must use its reaction to make a melee attack against the nearest creature, regardless of whether it is friend or foe. 5 Symphonies Acquired: You can target up to 2 creatures with 30ft of you to make a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the target must use its reaction to make a melee attack against the nearest creature, regardless of whether it is friend or foe. 6 Symphonies Acquired: You can target up to 3 creatures with 30ft of you to make a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the target must use its reaction to make a melee attack against the nearest creature, regardless of whether it is friend or foe. 7 Symphonies Acquired: You can target up to 4 creatures with 30ft of you to make a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the target must use its reaction to make a melee attack against the nearest creature, regardless of whether it is friend or foe. This attack is made with advantage, and attack rolls made against the target have advantage on them until the end of your next turn. 8 Symphonies Acquired: You can target up to 5 creatures with 30ft of you to make a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the target must use its reaction to make a melee attack against the nearest creature, regardless of whether it is friend or foe. This attack is made with advantage, and attack rolls made against the target have advantage on them until the end of your next turn. 9 Symphonies Acquired: You can target up to 6 creatures with 30ft of you to make a Wisdom saving throw. On a failed save, the target must use its reaction to make a melee attack against the nearest creature, regardless of whether it is friend or foe. This attack is made with advantage, and attack rolls made against the target have advantage on them until the end of your next turn.
Laughter’s Sweet Melody Hasya: Laughter or comedy Formed from Horton Fogmeadow’s hearty sense of humour, stripped away from him by the Travesty Cthothlast, Laughter’s Sweet Melody is a bawdy ballad that overwhelms the listener with laughter. 1 Symphony Acquired: You can cast Tasha’s Hideous Laughter without expending a spell slot. 2 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Tasha’s Hideous Laughter without expending a spell slot. Using the spell in this way can affect up to two creatures, as long as they are within 10ft of each other. 3 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Tasha’s Hideous Laughter without expending a spell slot. Using the spell in this way can affect up to three creatures, as long as they are within 10ft of a creature affected by this spell. 4 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Tasha’s Hideous Laughter without expending a spell slot. Using the spell in this way can affect up to four creatures, as long as they are within 10ft of a creature affected by this spell. 5 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Tasha’s Hideous Laughter without expending a spell slot. Using the spell in this way can affect up to five creatures, as long as they are within 10ft of a creature affected by this spell. 6 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Tasha’s Hideous Laughter without expending a spell slot. Using the spell in this way can affect up to six creatures, as long as they are within 10ft of a creature affected by this spell. 7 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Tasha’s Hideous Laughter without expending a spell slot. Using the spell in this way can affect up to seven creatures, as long as they are within 10ft of a creature affected by this spell. Creatures have disadvantage on the Wisdom saving throw against this effect. 8 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Tasha’s Hideous Laughter without expending a spell slot. Using the spell in this way can affect up to eight creatures, as long as they are within 10ft of a creature affected by this spell. Creatures have disadvantage on the Wisdom saving throw against this effect. 9 Symphonies Acquired: You can cast Tasha’s Hideous Laughter without expending a spell slot. Using the spell in this way can affect up to nine creatures, as long as they are within 10ft of a creature affected by this spell. Creatures have disadvantage on the Wisdom saving throw against this effect.
Anthem of the Lost Lustre Adbhuta: Wonder or amazement Formed from Horton Fogmeadow’s awe-inspiring talent, stripped away from him by the Travesty Cthothlast, the Anthem of the Lost Lustre is an epic movement that the listener to perform impossible feats. 1 Symphony Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) up to a range of 30ft. Any melee attacks made by that creature now deal an additional 1d4 damage of the same type for 1 minute. 2 Symphonies Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) up to a range of 30ft. Any melee attacks made by that creature now deal an additional 1d4 damage of the same type for 1 minute. In addition, the creature now scores a critical hit on a 19, as well as a 20 for the duration. 3 Symphonies Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) up to a range of 30ft. Any melee attacks made by that creature now deal an additional 1d6 damage of the same type for 1 minute. In addition, the creature now scores a critical hit on a 19, as well as a 20 for the duration. 4 Symphonies Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) up to a range of 30ft. Any melee attacks made by that creature now deal an additional 1d8 damage of the same type for 1 minute. In addition, the creature now scores a critical hit on a 19, as well as a 20 for the duration. 5 Symphonies Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) up to a range of 30ft. Any melee attacks made by that creature now deal an additional 1d8 damage of the same type for 1 minute. In addition, the creature now scores a critical hit on a 18 and 19, as well as a 20 for the duration. 6 Symphonies Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) up to a range of 30ft. Any melee attacks made by that creature now deal an additional 1d10 damage of the same type for 1 minute. In addition, the creature now scores a critical hit on a 18 and 19, as well as a 20 for the duration. 7 Symphonies Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) up to a range of 30ft. Any melee attacks made by that creature now deal an additional 1d12 damage of the same type for 1 minute. In addition, the creature now scores a critical hit on a 18 and 19, as well as a 20 for the duration. 8 Symphonies Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) up to a range of 30ft. Any melee attacks made by that creature now deal an additional 1d12 damage of the same type for 1 minute. In addition, the creature now scores a critical hit on a 17, 18 and 19, as well as a 20 for the duration. 9 Symphonies Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) up to a range of 30ft. Any melee attacks made by that creature now deal an additional 1d20 damage of the same type for 1 minute. In addition, the creature now scores a critical hit on a 17, 18 and 19, as well as a 20 for the duration.
Tune of Hearts Shringara: Love or beauty Formed from Horton Fogmeadow’s love of his friends, family and life, stripped away from him by the Travesty Cthothlast, the Tune of Hearts is a pretty ditty that the fills the target’s life force. 1 Symphony Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) within 30ft. They gain a 1d4 temporary hit points. 2 Symphonies Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) within 30ft. They gain a 1d6 temporary hit points. 3 Symphonies Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) within 30ft. They gain a 1d6 temporary hit points. In addition, they regain 1d4 hit points at the start of their turn as long as they still have the temporary hit points. 4 Symphonies Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) within 30ft. They gain a 1d8 temporary hit points. In addition, they regain 1d4 hit points at the start of their turn as long as they still have the temporary hit points. 5 Symphonies Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) within 30ft. They gain a 1d8 temporary hit points. In addition, they regain 1d6 hit points at the start of their turn as long as they still have the temporary hit points. 6 Symphonies Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) within 30ft. They gain a 1d10 temporary hit points. In addition, they regain 1d6 hit points at the start of their turn as long as they still have the temporary hit points. 7 Symphonies Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) within 30ft. They gain a 1d10 temporary hit points. In addition, they regain 1d8 hit points at the start of their turn as long as they still have the temporary hit points. 8 Symphonies Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) within 30ft. They gain a 1d12 temporary hit points. In addition, they regain 1d8 hit points at the start of their turn as long as they still have the temporary hit points. 9 Symphonies Acquired: Choose a creature (including yourself) within 30ft. They gain a 1d20 temporary hit points. In addition, they regain 1d8 hit points at the start of their turn as long as they still have the temporary hit points.

Item type

Unique Artifact

Current Location

The Endless Archive

Current Holder

Cthothlast

Subtype / Model

Magical Tomes

Creator

Horton Fogmeadow

Related Myths

• The Curse of Horton Fogmeadow