Robes of the Bloodlord

This item is basically a Robe of the Archmagi, but it uses Vampiric Magic. Instead of alignment-based attunement, creatures attune to this item by slathering their blood on it (unless it is currently worn by its current owner), and the process only takes one minute instead of one hour. Otherwise, it is impossible to put on.
Hungry: While attuned to this item, its magical properties do not function unless it has been fed blood within the last minute. Physical damage within 5 feet of the robes triggers this ability, as the robe draws blood to it. The wielder may also activate this ability as a magic bonus action, taking 7 piercing damage from interior needles in the process. The item stays activated for 1 minute, with the duration prolonged by 1 minute for each subsequent blood infusion.

Mechanics & Inner Workings

Hungry: While attuned to this item, its magical properties do not function unless it has been fed blood within the last minute. Physical damage within 5 feet of the robes triggers this ability, as the robe draws blood to it. The wielder may also activate this ability as a magic bonus action, taking 7 piercing damage from interior needles in the process. The item stays activated for 1 minute, with the duration prolonged by 1 minute for each subsequent blood infusion.

History

This robe was meticulously crafted by Bloodlord Boneharrow, created from the blood and bones of his predecessor (though he didn't like the texture so he magically transmuted it). It served as his symbol of office as the Blood Lord of the Behar Blood Temple

Item type

Clothing / Accessory