Bowl of Matter from Limbo
Description:
This item appears as a simple bowl full of sand. In reality, the bowl contains matter taken from the plane of Limbo, stabilized by an intricate enchantment carved into the bowl’s surface. When a user places their hands around the bowl and concentrates on an image of an object, the matter begins to form into the object envisioned. The level of detail and complexity of the object affects the time and concentration required for its formation. The created object is resized to fit within a cylinder with a diameter equal to the bowl and a height twice the diameter of the bowl. If concentration is broken or contact with the bowl is lost, the matter reverts to sand.
Rarity and Type:
Rare Wondrous Item
Requirements:
None
Attunement:
No
Properties:
- Shape Matter: By placing your hands around the bowl and concentrating on an image of an object, the matter in the bowl will start to form into the object you are thinking of. The matter will reshape itself to better fit the object, adapting to the level of detail you are thinking of. More complex objects take longer to form and require more concentration.
- Size Limitation: Any creation will be resized to fit within a cylinder with a diameter equal to the bowl’s and a height twice the diameter of the bowl.
- Reversion to Sand: The matter becomes sand if concentration is broken or if contact with the bowl is lost.
Activation:
- The item is activated by placing hands around the bowl and concentrating on an image of an object.
Effects:
- If one attempts to remove the matter from the bowl, it becomes unstable and starts shifting and changing. If not returned to the bowl within 1 minute, the matter will explode, dealing 18d10 force damage to everything within a 50-foot radius and any traces of it will evaporate.
If matter is removed from the bowl, roll a d20 each round to determine the transformation of the matter until it is returned to the bowl or explodes.
| d20 Roll | Transformation |
|---|---|
| 1 | The matter erupts into a swarm of glowing fireflies that disperse. |
| 2 | The matter transforms into a rapidly melting ice sculpture. |
| 3 | The matter turns into a bubbling, colorful goo that shifts hues constantly. |
| 4 | The matter changes into a cloud of harmless, multicolored smoke. |
| 5 | The matter becomes a pile of ever-changing clockwork gears. |
| 6 | The matter turns into a chaotic swirl of elemental energies (fire, water, air, earth). |
| 7 | The matter morphs into a floating, spinning cube that constantly changes patterns. |
| 8 | The matter transforms into a small, animated creature that mimics your movements. |
| 9 | The matter becomes a vibrating, glowing orb that emits strange sounds. |
| 10 | The matter changes into a pile of leaves that constantly change colors and shapes. |
| 11 | The matter turns into a shimmering, liquid mirror that reflects bizarre scenes. |
| 12 | The matter transforms into a chaotic whirlpool of sand that defies gravity. |
| 13 | The matter becomes a swirling vortex of miniature tornadoes. |
| 14 | The matter changes into a fleeting image of a distant, unknown landscape. |
| 15 | The matter turns into a cluster of floating, glowing runes that shift and change. |
| 16 | The matter becomes a series of growing crystals that reshape themselves constantly. |
| 17 | The matter morphs into a series of floating, interlocking rings that spin wildly. |
| 18 | The matter transforms into a chaotic mix of animal parts that constantly reassemble. |
| 19 | The matter becomes a swirling, chaotic mist that feels both hot and cold. |
| 20 | The matter turns into a small, ethereal storm cloud that randomly emits tiny lightning bolts. |
Charges:
- This item does not have charges but relies on concentration and contact for its functionality.
Curses:
- None
History:
The Bowl of Matter from Limbo was created by students of a powerful Archmage who tried to impress their master with their ingenuity. The students managed to stabilize the chaotic matter from Limbo, creating a unique and useful item. However, the Archmage rejected the gift, deeming it too dangerous to be used carelessly. The students, disappointed but undeterred, kept the bowl for themselves and used it to create various objects for their own amusement.
Additional:
- The enchantment that stabilizes the matter from Limbo is extremely delicate. Any attempt to tamper with or alter the enchantment could result in the bowl’s destruction and an uncontrolled release of chaotic energy.
- A bowl of 15 cm in diameter contains 1 liter of matter from Limbo, enough to create 1000 ball bearings