The Amulet of Ravenkind is a powerful magical item in the realm of Dungeons and Dragons. It is often sought after by adventurers and is said to have the ability to control and destroy undead creatures. The amulet takes the form of a small, silver raven pendant, and its true power is awakened when it is in close proximity to undead creatures. When activated, the amulet emits a radiant light and grants its user various bonuses against undead foes. It allows the user to turn undead, causing them to flee or be destroyed by the power of the amulet. Additionally, the amulet imbues the user with increased strength and resistance to necrotic damage, making them a formidable force against the undead.
The exact origin of the symbol is forgotten, as is the names of those involved, and even their true natures. What is left of the legend tells of either a giant raven, an angel in the form of a raven, or an angel with raven-like wings who gifted a blessed, magical amulet to a holy knight who used it to help her purge the land of evil beings that hid from the light of the sun. It is said her campaign met a violent end, and the symbol was taken up by the church of the Morninglord in her memory.
What is left of the legend tells of either a giant raven, an angel in the form of a raven, or an angel with raven-like wings who gifted a blessed, magical amulet to a holy knight who used it to help her purge the land of evil beings that hid from the light of the sun. Most Barovians have, in turn, given up on the gods, and the hope that that their prayers might ever be answered, and one generation after another, fewer and fewer people even bother to care about the ancient legends, figures, and rites, allowing them to be forgotten in all but those few corners that cling to the scraps of memories of them.
Additionally, the amulet imbues the user with increased strength and resistance to necrotic damage, making them a formidable force against the undead. The Amulet of Ravenkind is also said to have the ability to locate and track undead creatures. It has the power to sense their presence and guide the user towards them.
Lore about Holy Symbol of Ravenkind
The history of the Holy Symbol of Ravenkind in the item's description in the 5e module seems to contradict some lore for the rest of Barovia.
"The Holy Symbol of Ravenkind is a unique holy symbol sacred to the good-hearted faithful of Barovia. It predates the establishment of any church in Barovia. According to legend, it was delivered to a paladin named Lugdana by a giant raven — or an angel in the form of a giant raven. Lugdana used the holy symbol to root out and destroy nests of vampires until her death. The high priests of Ravenloft kept and wore the holy symbol after Lugdana’s passing."
- It predates any church in Barovia. Strahd renamed the valley to Barovia after conquering it, so that implies that no churches predated Strahd. Did Strahd's invading army bring the religions of Morning Lord and Mother Night, or did they already exist in the valley without any churches?
- It was used to destroy vampire nests. Did this happen before Strahd arrived in the valley? Strahd claims to be the first vampire.
- The high priests of Ravenloft used the holy symbol? Strahd built Castle Ravenloft after conquering the valley and named it after his mother, Queen Ravinia. Why would Strahd let priests in his area use a holy symbol to destroy vampires?
Maybe I am overthinking it, but the description doesn't make sense to me. Am I missing something from the lore in previous modules?
Despite her name and other details of her story being forgotten, it is still considered a very holy symbol by those who still care about such things, and frequently appears in what remains of Barovia's religious art and iconography.
This makes it an invaluable tool for those who seek to cleanse the world of the undead or those who wish to avoid them altogether. One of the most unique features of the amulet is its ability to charm certain types of undead creatures. It has the power to bring them under the user's control, as long as the user is wearing the amulet. This can be a useful tactic in situations where diplomacy or negotiation with undead creatures is required. However, despite its powerful abilities, the Amulet of Ravenkind is not without its drawbacks. It can only be used a limited number of times per day, meaning that its power must be used wisely and strategically. Additionally, the amulet's power can be drained if it is used recklessly or against creatures that are too powerful, making it temporarily useless until it recharges. In conclusion, the Amulet of Ravenkind is a valuable and versatile item in the world of Dungeons and Dragons. Its ability to control and destroy undead creatures, as well as its tracking and charming abilities, make it a must-have for adventurers who face the horrors of the undead. However, its limited uses and potential for power drain require careful consideration and planning when using this powerful artifact..
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