Maria was known in her village as the mysterious witch. From a young age, she had a unique connection with the spiritual world. Her piercing green eyes seemed to hold the secrets of the universe, and her presence always invoked a sense of awe and wonder. Maria lived alone in a small cottage on the outskirts of the village. The townspeople whispered in hushed tones about her magical abilities and the spells she would cast under the full moon. Some feared her, while others sought her wisdom and guidance in their times of need.
“Yooou who reeeekindle the Flaaaame, embraaaaccceee deeaatttthhhh!”
Such a curse can be from a variety of sources; an exploitation of a life source at a deific level, exposure to using evil magics for too long, a hex brought upon by a powerful caster or even a destructive force bent on draining life from all reality. Maybe it was a little too realistic for classic monster movie fans; maybe Drake just isn t enough of a monster; or maybe it just came along a decade too late.
Some feared her, while others sought her wisdom and guidance in their times of need. One thing was for sure - Maria had a profound understanding of the natural world. She could commune with animals and plants, communicating with them on a level that most people could only dream of.
Curse of Undeath – A Dark Souls-inspired mechanic
Check out my updated take on this alongside some neat ways to change up Tomb of Annihilation (again) here!
“Yooou who reeeekindle the Flaaaame, embraaaaccceee deeaatttthhhh!”
Sometimes, the sweet embrace of death is all but impossible for countless damned souls. They are forced to continue to walk a dark path. For them, they seek to regain an essence of life and restore their shattered minds, lest they be lost to an abyss of emptiness and madness. Such a curse can be from a variety of sources; an exploitation of a life source at a deific level, exposure to/using evil magics for too long, a hex brought upon by a powerful caster or even a destructive force bent on draining life from all reality.
The Curse of Undeath is a vile magical power that breaks the soul and leaves the body as little more than a husk. These drained husks share little with their once living counterparts. They are merely corpses controlled and warped by dread energy. Any remnants of mind left in these creatures are stretched to madness and driven to violence. While many of them retain enough knowledge to fight as though could in life, it is impossible for them to engage in rational dialogue let alone interact peacefully.
Author’s Note: Dark Souls III is out and I love it! With that, here’s an optional rule for handling a curse similar to the Undead of the Dark Souls universe. If you don’t want to literally be running Dark Souls, it shouldn’t be too hard to reflavor this into a different dread curse of sorts. If you’ve ever played Eternal Darkness: Sanity’s Requiem, Anthony’s chapter certainly comes to mind. One last disclaimer, these are mostly random ideas in my head, in an attempt to make a Dark Souls inspired mechanic. As such, it’s more than likely that this idea is a bit clunky. It will probably receive a revision in the future, if reader interest is there.
An Affliction of Body, Mind and Soul
As the last of life’s flames extinguish, you become less and less human. For every time you die, a piece of you is lost when you’re brought back. Only through restoring your humanity can you truly become whole. Even before the curse has truly taken hold of you, its dark power has tainted you indefinitely. You may currently look like one of the living, but heinous power seeks to transform you into one of many mindless and angry dead.
The source of the curse can be from one of several horrible events. Perhaps the Gods attempted to prolong the life of themselves and their followers by draining life essence from the planes. Perhaps an entire area was desecrated by overuse of necromancy. No matter the cause, the results will turn apocalyptic in the long run as people without souls begin to wither into deranged husks. Even before before truly becoming one of the Undead, the cursed already suffer greatly. Upon being afflicted by the Curse of Undeath, you automatically fail death saving throws when brought to 0 HP. You must still roll a Death save. Upon failure, you receive two failed saves instead. Getting a natural 1 causes three failed saves instead of two.
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Based off of Dark Souls, which belongs to From Software. Made by Doctor Necrotic, for Doctor Necrotic Media.
There’s always a ranch or town boss in a Western who’s the villain, but when there’s a vampire gunman in town any villain is going to seem soft by comparison—even someone like Bruce Gordon, who played Frank Nitti in the old Untouchables TV series and also appeared with Vincent Price in Tower of London. And there’s always a damsel in distress, a delectable morsel-in-waiting in every vampire movie. Here, the part is played by Kathleen Crowley, who was in her fair share of B movies and Westerns, including The Rebel Set, Target Earth, Female Jungle, and Maverick.
Many villagers would bring their sick pets to her, seeking her healing touch and herbal remedies. But it wasn't just her ability to heal that made Maria so intriguing. She possessed a deep knowledge of ancient rituals and incantations, passed down through the generations. It was said that she could bring good fortune to those who sought her assistance or cast curses upon those who dared to cross her path. Despite her reputation, Maria was not an evil witch. She used her powers for good, helping those who came to her with honest and genuine intentions. She believed in the power of love and kindness, and would often dispense advice on how to mend broken relationships or find inner peace. Maria’s cottage was a sanctuary for the lost souls of the village. Many would seek solace in her humble abode, pouring out their hearts and seeking guidance on life's greatest challenges. Her words provided comfort and clarity, often leading individuals to make significant changes in their lives. The villagers eventually realized that Maria should be cherished rather than feared. She was not a threat, but rather a source of wisdom and enlightenment. They no longer whispered behind her back, but instead embraced her as an integral part of their community. Maria's story serves as a reminder that appearances can be deceiving. Though she was known as the witch, her true essence was that of a compassionate and wise soul. Her connection to the spiritual realm allowed her to guide others towards their own truth, and her presence brought a sense of magic to the village. Maria the witch was not the terrifying figure that many believed her to be. She was a beacon of light in a world shrouded in darkness, offering hope and guidance to all who sought her help. Her story will be remembered for generations to come, reminding us that true power lies in understanding and embracing our unique gifts..
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