Amulet of Tidal Dominion

Ritual: Command the Storms (3/Day): You can perform a 10-minute ritual to cast Control Weather without material components. The effects last for 1 hour, and the ritual requires no verbal, somatic, or material components. This ritual cannot be performed in non-aquatic environments or locations without sufficient water, at the DM’s discretion.

 

Tidal Wave (2/Day): As an action, you can cast the Tidal Wave spell (save DC 17).

 

Watery Sphere (At Will): You can cast the Watery Sphere spell (save DC 16) without material components. It requires standard concentration and follows all other rules for the spell.

 

Water Manipulation: You can manipulate water in your vicinity as if casting the Shape Water cantrip, with the following enhanced effects:

• Create a barrier of water (10x10 feet) that provides half cover to creatures behind it.
• Push or pull a 10-foot cube of water up to 30 feet in any direction.

 

Passive Effects While Attuned:

 

Amphibious Movement: You gain a swimming speed equal to twice your walking speed and the ability to breathe underwater.

 

Ocean’s Favor: You have advantage on Wisdom (Perception) and Dexterity (Stealth) checks made in aquatic environments or similar settings, at the DM’s discretion. Examples include underwater areas, mist-covered shorelines, or flooded caverns.

 

Elemental Resonance: You gain resistance to cold damage while attuned to the Amulet of Tidal Dominion.

 

Safeguards & Limitations:

 

Tribute Requirement: To maintain the amulet’s power, the wearer must provide a daily tribute. Tribute can be fulfilled in one of the following ways:

• Expend a 3rd-level spell slot or higher.
• Expend one of your hit dice.
• Offer rare aquatic resources worth 250 gp (e.g., pearls, enchanted water).

 

If no tribute is given, the amulet's effects weaken. For each day without tribute:

• The save DC for abilities decreases by 2.
• You must succeed on a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw at the start of combat to use the amulet’s abilities. On a failure, the elemental rebels, rendering the amulet unusable until the next dawn.

 

Unstable Magic (Critical Fail): On a natural 1 when using the amulet’s abilities, the elemental manifests its anger, releasing a Tidal Blast:

• All creatures within 20 feet of you must make a DC 15 Strength saving throw or take 4d8 bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone.

 

Environment-Based Power: The amulet’s abilities are diminished in non-aquatic environments or places far from water. All DCs and damage rolls are reduced by 2 in such conditions, at the DM’s discretion.

To create the amulet, Kaelith Arvros ventured deep into the Maelstrom’s Maw, a perilous and otherworldly ocean vortex far beyond The Stormchain Archipelago. Within its depths, he struck a deal with an ancient water elemental lord, promising tributes of rare artifacts and servitude from his conquered people. In exchange, he was granted a fragment of the elemental’s power—a sapphire imbued with the essence of tidal magic.   Returning from the Maelstrom’s Maw, Kaelith forged the amulet in a secret underwater sanctum, using techniques lost to time and enhanced by his own arcane innovations. The silver chain was tempered with magical currents from The Shimmering Shoals, and the sapphire centerpiece was carefully attuned to channel the elemental's power.

The Amulet of Tidal Dominion has a storied past, entwined with Kaelith’s ruthless rise to power over Estori Thaoria. Forged in secrecy after a dangerous venture into the Maelstrom’s Maw, the amulet is imbued with elemental power gifted—or perhaps cursed—by an ancient water elemental lord. Its creation marked the turning point in Kaelith's conquest, giving him the ability to manipulate the seas and weather to his will.   The amulet became the cornerstone of Kaelith's reign, ensuring that no force could challenge his dominion. He used its power to summon devastating tsunamis, calm treacherous waters for his allies, and conjure hurricanes to obliterate enemy fleets. Over the years, the amulet gained notoriety as an object of both awe and terror, cementing Kaelith’s reputation as an unbeatable force of nature.   However, whispers of the amulet’s cost began to surface. Scholars and seers claim that its power comes at a price: a fragment of Kaelith's life force is bound to the elemental lord who provided the sapphire at its core. Periodic offerings of magical artifacts or sacrifices are required to maintain its power, further tying Kaelith to the will of this ancient being.   The Amulet of Tidal Dominion now stands as a symbol of oppression and authority on Estori Thaoria. Its presence ensures Kaelith's unchallenged rule, while its absence would likely signal the end of his tyrannical grip over the island.

Political Symbol: The Amulet of Tidal Dominion is a potent reminder of Kaelith's dominion over Estori Thaoria. Its powers demonstrate his ability to command the seas themselves, ensuring no rebellion or outside force can easily challenge his rule. It is often referenced in hushed tones among the island’s oppressed as both a symbol of their suffering and a beacon of potential hope if it were to fall into the right hands.

Deepcrest Legion Alliance: The amulet is central to Kaelith's alliance with The Deepcrest Legion. The sahuagin and merfolk of the legion view the amulet as a divine artifact tied to Thalora, their ancient sea deity. They offer their unwavering loyalty to Kaelith in exchange for the amulet’s ability to protect and empower their underwater conquests.

Religious Artifact: Some aquatic cultures revere the amulet as a holy relic containing the essence of a water elemental lord. Others, however, regard it as a dangerous tool of imbalance, disrupting the natural harmony of the seas and defying the will of Thalora. These conflicting beliefs create tension between the amulet's supporters and detractors, adding to its mystique.

Adventurers’ Prize: For those bold enough to seek it, the amulet represents unparalleled power. Treasure hunters, mages, and freedom fighters all recognize its value. However, stealing or wielding it comes with immense risks, including incurring the wrath of Kaelith and the elemental forces bound within.

Strategic Tool: In naval warfare or territorial disputes, the amulet is a game-changer. Its ability to manipulate weather and water makes it a highly coveted asset for any faction. However, its dependency on tribute ensures that only those with sufficient resources or arcane skill can harness its full potential.