The enormously-sized ruby known as The Heart of Sune was unearthed over four hundred years ago from a valley below a volcanic caldera. On first cutting the gem, a humble jeweler realized its value, and no less than three deities demanded it for themselves. In desperation, its finder dedicated it to Sune, goddess of beauty, and begged for sanctuary from the patrons he had spurned. For such a princely gift, he was elevated to Sune's realm of Brightwater. Once it had been named for her, Sune left it to lie on the earth, content at ownership of such an item. Since its naming, the Heart has passed through the hands of warlords, thieves, and spellcasters, been used as the phylactery for no less than two Liches, and served as the focus for one world-ending spell engine (being removed at the last moment).
The Heart of Sune Wondrous item, unique Anyone who sees this gem instantly knows that it is the most beautiful and valuable gem to exist, and has the desire to own it, within their usual means and alignment. Touching the gem instantly confers the knowledge of the gem's name and ownership, and grants immunity to any effect that causes the Charmed or Frightened conditions. The gem can be used as a spell focus for any spell which requires a costly material component, without being consumed itself. Its value for this purpose is infinite. How the Heart of Sune can be use in your game: - Word that the Heart of Sune is coming up in an auction immediately draws thieves. The PCs might be hired to guard it, or to steal it themselves- or both. - The Heart of Sune has been siezed by a powerful Thayvian mage to form the focus of the Crimson Lens of Destruction, an artifact she has invented. The Lens is strong enough to destroy any army large enough to stop it. Stealing the Heart from under the noses of the Thayan Knights defending it will be the only way to deactivate the artifact. - It is long rumoured that Shar, goddess of the night, hungers to own the gem. When it is stolen from Sune's temple three nights before the lunar eclipse, Sune calls in favours from all her allies to recover it, cracking every mirror in the city. If it cannot be recovered in time, Shar's power will be increased and a thing of incredible beauty will be lost to the world forever, turning an inky-black as it transforms into the Heart of Midnight. Also posted on Game Masters Stash on 25 May 2021. Comments are closed.
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