The Cradle of Ancient Damnation

Wondrous Item (Cradle), artifact (requires attunement)  

Description

The Cradle of Ancient Damnation is an intricately designed artifact, a masterpiece of divine craftsmanship imbued with profound magical properties. This grand, ancient cradle appears to be constructed from a mix of precious metals and dark, enigmatic materials that seem to shift and change when viewed from different angles. Adorned with arcane symbols and glowing runes, the Cradle radiates an aura of both awe and dread. It is said to be a prison for the most malevolent entities and forces.   Properties:  

• Prison of Evil: The Cradle can hold a powerful evil entity or malevolent force within it. As an action, you can attempt to imprison a creature of CR 20 or lower by placing it inside the Cradle. The creature must make a Charisma saving throw (DC 22). On a failed save, it is imprisoned within the Cradle and is incapacitated. The Cradle can hold one such entity at a time.
• Seal of Protection: While the Cradle is in your possession, you and all allies within 30 feet of you gain resistance to necrotic damage and advantage on saving throws against being frightened or charmed. The Cradle also provides a +2 bonus to saving throws against spells and magical effects.
• Ward of Damnation: As an action, you can activate the Cradle’s protective wards. For the next hour, any evil creature that comes within 60 feet of the Cradle must make a Wisdom saving throw (DC 22). On a failed save, the creature is paralyzed for 1 minute. This feature can be used once per long rest.
• Arcane Lock: The Cradle can be used to create an impenetrable barrier around itself. As an action, you can cast the Wall of Force spell centered on the Cradle. The barrier lasts for 10 minutes and can be dismissed as a free action. This feature can be used once per long rest.
• Eternal Containment: If the Cradle is used to imprison a creature, the Cradle’s wielder can commune with the imprisoned entity telepathically. This communication allows you to ask up to three questions, and the entity must answer truthfully. This feature can be used once per long rest.

  Lore: In his quest to achieve the pinnacle of his craft, Beone undertook a monumental task: the creation of The Cradle of Ancient Damnation. This artifact was not merely a creation; it was a masterpiece imbued with profound magical properties. The Cradle was rumored to be a powerful prison, capable of containing the greatest evils the world had ever known. Its design was a closely guarded secret, known only to Beone himself. Some believed it could hold not just physical entities but also the very essence of malevolence and chaos.