Grumblepot

Wondrous Item (Sentient Artifact, Unique)
Requires Attunement by Gweebin

Alignment: Chaotic Neutral
Sentience: Yes — Intelligence 14, Wisdom 12, Charisma 16
Communication: Understands all languages, communicates telepathically with Gweebin
Personality: Proud, petty, sarcastic, flamboyantly gourmet. Despises "common stew" and bland food.

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Abilities

Defensive Infusion (Passive)

While attuned, Gweebin gains a +2 bonus to AC as long as Grumblepot is worn like a backpack. This magical protection reflects Grumblepot's boiling hostility toward harm.

Constant Simmer (Passive)

Grumblepot maintains a low magical heat. It can:

• Heat, cook, or warm any substance placed inside.
• Preserve meals indefinitely and purify any non-magical liquid or spoiled food.
• Provide comfort in cold climates with its subtle radiant warmth.

Spice Sense (1/Day)

Grumblepot can analyze one edible item, potion, or substance placed inside. Gweebin learns:

• Whether it's toxic, magical, cursed, or spoiled
• The dominant flavor profile (spicy, sweet, fey-touched, etc.)
• Any potential side effects or hidden properties

Cast Iron Clang (1/Long Rest, Reaction)

If Gweebin is hit by a melee attack, Grumblepot can unleash a thunderous clang:

• 1d6 thunder damage to the attacker
• DC 13 Constitution save or be deafened for 1 round

Whispering Broth (Passive)

When Gweebin prepares a Mystic Meal or magical recipe in Grumblepot, the cauldron whispers tiny adjustments to spice, flavor, and enchantment:

• Mystic Meals gain full magical benefits without spell components
• Meals can sometimes cause minor wild magic effects (DM’s discretion): glowing burps, edible illusions, faint levitation, etc.

Grumble Scuttle (1/Day)

Grumblepot briefly animates to roll Gweebin 10 feet away from danger as a reaction to taking damage. This movement does not provoke opportunity attacks.

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Caustic Personality

Grumblepot may:

• Refuse to cook when overfilled, improperly seasoned, or insulted
• Hurl broth (1d6 fire damage, DC 13 Dex save) if angered
• Make food “accidentally” change Gweebin’s voice, hair color, or cause other mild magical effects

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