Mummy Dust

Nolavor's Dark Narcotic

"Power in powder, purchased with sanity." - Anonymous Shadim dealer

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Overview

DND Beyond Link

A shimmering gray powder that glows faintly in darkness, stored in rune-etched vials. Created from ground mummified remains infused with necromantic energies. Emits a palpable aura of ancient power that makes even veteran mages uneasy.

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Game Mechanics

Basic Information

Rarity

Very Rare

Type

Consumable

Action

Bonus Action to use

Duration

1 hour per dose

Initial Effects

Roll 1d6:

1. (+2) to ability checks
2. (+2) to attack rolls and saving throws
3. Gain 1d4 temp HP per character level
4. Cast one prepared spell without using slot
5. Advantage on Perception/Investigation
6. (+1) to spell save DC

Side Effects

Roll 1d8 when effects wear off:

1. Level of exhaustion
2. Paranoia (-2 Wisdom saves for 24h)
3. Severe shakes (-1 to attacks for 24h)
4. Dehydration (DC 15 Con save or 1d4 damage)
5. Hallucinations (DC 15 Wis save or confusion)
6. Aggression (+1 damage, -2 AC)
7. Vulnerability to force damage
8. Disadvantage vs possession saves (24h)

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Addiction System

Addiction Check

Save Required

Wisdom DC 18

Trigger

After 3 uses in one week

Failed Save

Dependency begins

Addiction Levels

1. Stage 1: Mild cravings (-1 Wisdom)
2. Stage 2: Strong urges (Disadvantage on Concentration)
3. Stage 3: Physical dependency (1 level exhaustion/day)
4. Stage 4: Severe addiction (2 levels exhaustion/day)
5. Stage 5: Critical condition (3 levels exhaustion/day, permanent ability score reduction)

Withdrawal Effects

When addicted and not using for 24+ hours, roll 1d6:

1. Intense pain (1d6 psychic damage)
2. Vivid nightmares (no long rest benefits)
3. Uncontrollable tremors (Disadvantage on Dexterity)
4. Panic attacks (Frightened condition 1d4 hours)
5. Severe nausea (Poisoned condition)
6. Seizures (Incapacitated 1d4 hours, 2d6 damage)

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Creation & Storage

The creation of mummy dust requires complex alchemical processes known only to a few practitioners. The powder must be stored in specially prepared containers inscribed with preservation runes to maintain potency.

Preparation

1 hour ritual

Container

Sealed, inscribed vial

Preservation

Magical containment required

Storage

Indefinite if properly sealed

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Known Applications

Common Uses

Enhancement of necromantic rituals

Combat stimulant

Arcane power amplification

Spirit communication

Black market currency

Primary Users

The Shadim (control and distribution)

Dark magic practitioners

Desperate mercenaries

Corrupted nobility

Underground fighting rings

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Dangers & Precautions

Beyond its immediate risks, mummy dust fundamentally alters its users over time. Physical deterioration, mental instability, and increased susceptibility to malevolent influences make even occasional use extremely hazardous.

Long-Term Effects

Accelerated aging

Tissue desiccation

Mental degradation

Spiritual corruption

Necromantic sensitivity

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"The dust offers power and insight, but each dose feeds something darker than mere addiction." - Recovered Shadim ledger

Type

Organic