Once upon a time, in a small village nestled in the heart of the Snowy Mountains, there lived a young boy named Garth. Garth was an orphan, but he was known for his kind heart and adventurous spirit. Every year, the village transformed into a magical wonderland during the Christmas season. The streets were adorned with sparkling lights, and the air was filled with the scent of freshly baked gingerbread cookies and hot chocolate. Every Christmas, the village welcomed visitors from far and wide who came to experience the enchantment. Families gathered to decorate their homes, exchange gifts, and spread joy to one another.
Roll a d20. on a 20 this item sheds light 20 feet outwards. This light can be turned off but can not be dimmed.
If you did not roll Charges, the item is limited to 1 charge, regained at long rests unless otherwise stated If you did roll charge, here is how many charges the item has. Rank Usage Time I Bonus Action II Bonus Action or as Extra Attack III Bonus Action or Reaction IV Bonus Action or Reaction or Extra Attack V Free Action.
Families gathered to decorate their homes, exchange gifts, and spread joy to one another. But this year, something was different. The magic seemed to be fading.
Random Magic Item Generation (5e Variant Rule)
This variant rule allows for randomly generated magic items to be found in place of regular ones.
Each tier of magic item (common, uncommon, etc.) is assigned an amount of allowed properties of differing potencies. These potencies are organized into ranks going from I-V. There are also effects that do not count towards this limit called bonus effects. Bonus effects are far from guaranteed on every item however. The amount of properties and ranks each rarity can get is not concrete and can be adjusted to better fit any campaign. If you end up with a magic item with no properties that give it effects, I.E. Range, Area of Effect, and Charges or it gives properties a stored spell already has. Reroll the highest ranked property or the useless property until the item has effects.
| Rarity | Properties |
|---|---|
| Common | 2 Rank I, 1 Rank II |
| Uncommon | 2 Rank I, 1 Rank III |
| Rare | 2 Rank II, 1 Rank III |
| Very Rare | 2 Rank II, 1 Rank IV |
| Legendary | 2 Rank II, 1 Rank V |
| Artifact | 2 Rank III, 1 Rank V |
For each property roll a D10 on the chart below, rerolling duplicate numbers.
| D10 | Property |
|---|---|
| 1 | Damage |
| 2 | Heal |
| 3 | Status |
| 4 | Area of Effect |
| 5 | Charges |
| 6 | DC/Attack Bonus |
| 7 | Stored Spell |
| 8 | AC Bonus |
| 9 | Range |
| 10 | Usage time |
If you did not roll damage, the item does no damage. If you did roll damage, here is how much damage the item does. The damage is to hit, unless a status effect or AOE is applied. If the status effect is applied, so is the damage. The damage has a Dex saving throw on AOEs without statuses.
| Rank | Damage |
|---|---|
| I | 3d4 |
| II | 2d10 |
| III | 3d8 |
| IV | 4d10 |
| V | 5d10 |
| D6 | Damage Type |
|---|---|
| 1 | Poison |
| 2 | Cold |
| 3 | Fire |
| 4 | Lightning |
| 5 | Thunder |
| 6 | Force |
If you did not roll heal, the item does no healing. If you did roll heal, here is how much healing the item does.
| Rank | Amount Healed |
|---|---|
| I | 3d6 |
| II | 2d12 |
| III | 3d10 |
| IV | 4d12 |
| V | 5d12 |
If you did not roll status, the item applies no statuses. If you did roll status, here is what status the item applies.
| Rank | Status |
|---|---|
| I | Prone (Dex Save) |
| II | Poisoned (Con Save) |
| III | Stunned (Con Save) |
| IV | Paralyzed (Con Save) |
| V | Petrified (Con Save) |
If you did not roll AOE, the item's uses do not have AOE. If you did roll AOE, here is what the item's AOE is.
| Rank | AOE |
|---|---|
| I | 10 by 10 Foot Cube |
| II | 15 by 15 Foot Cube |
| III | 20 by 20 Foot Cube |
| IV | 30 by 30 Foot Cube (Uses can also discriminate between targets in area, allowing allies not to be hit.) |
| V | 50 by 50 Foot Cube (Uses can also discriminate between targets in area, allowing allies not to be hit.) |
If you did not roll Charges, the item is limited to 1 charge, regained at long rests unless otherwise stated If you did roll charge, here is how many charges the item has.
| Rank | Charges |
|---|---|
| I | 2 Charges (2 Regained on long rest) |
| II | 2 Charges (2 Regained on long rest) |
| III | 4 Charges (2 Regained on long rest) |
| IV | 5 Charges (3 Regained on long rest) |
| V | 10 Charges (4 Regained on long rest) |
If you did not roll DC/Attack Bonus, the item has an attack bonus of +0 and a DC of 12 If you did roll DC/Attack Bonus, here is the DC/Attack Bonus.
| Rank | DC/Attack Bonus |
|---|---|
| I | DC 14/+2 |
| II | DC 16/+4 |
| III | DC 17/+5 |
| IV | DC 19/+7 |
| V | DC 21/+9 |
If you did not roll stored spell, the item has no stored spell If you did roll stored spell, here are the levels of possible stored spells.
| Rank | Spell Level |
|---|---|
| I | Levels 1 or 2 |
| II | Levels 3 or 4 |
| III | Levels 5 or 6 |
| IV | Levels 7 or 8 |
| V | Level 9 |
If you did not roll AC bonus, the item has no AC bonus If you did roll AC bonus, here are the possible bonuses when wielding this item.
| Rank | AC Bonus |
|---|---|
| I | +1 |
| II | +2 |
| III | +3 |
| IV | +4 |
| V | +4 (Add half proficiency on saving throws that don't already have proficiencies. |
If you did not roll range the item has a range of touch which cannot be extended through familiars and other things similar to that. If you did roll range, these are the possible ranges of the item.
| Rank | Range |
|---|---|
| I | 15 ft |
| II | 25 ft |
| III | 45 ft |
| IV | 90 ft |
| V | 150 ft |
If you did not roll usage time, the item has a usage time of 1 action. If you did roll usage time, here are the possible times.
| Rank | Usage Time |
|---|---|
| I | Bonus Action |
| II | Bonus Action or as Extra Attack |
| III | Bonus Action or Reaction |
| IV | Bonus Action or Reaction or Extra Attack |
| V | Free Action |
Roll a d20. on a 20, the item will now roll a d20 upon use. On a 1, the wild surge table will be rolled on.
Roll a d20. on a 20, this item will now break if all of its charges are used. The item can no longer regain charges from rests. One of the items properties is now 1 rank higher.
Roll a d20. On a 20, this item will be cursed. The curse makes it so that when this item is attuned to, it cannot be removed from the person it is attuned to no matter what. It can not be unattuned to.
Roll a d20. on a 20 this item is now fully sentient and can communicate vocally.
Roll a d20. on a 20 this item is cursed. The curse binds it to the ethereal plane, meaning that when the person attuned to it is knocked unconscious or killed, the item will be transported to the ethereal plane.
Roll a d20. on a 20 this item sheds light 20 feet outwards. This light can be turned off but can not be dimmed.
Roll a d20. on a 20 this item is well known is both feared and envied by friends and foes.
Roll a d20. on a 20 this item is cursed. It will ensue short term madness on the user after use.
Garth, being a curious and determined young boy, couldn't stand idly by. He decided to investigate the cause of the diminishing magic. He embarked on a journey, determined to restore the Christmas spirit to his village. As Garth ventured further into the unknown, he stumbled upon an ancient book tucked away in the depths of the village library. The book contained a tale of an evil sorcerer named Malachi who sought to banish the magic of Christmas from the world. According to the legend, the only way to defeat Malachi was with the purest of hearts and the belief in the power of love. Armed with this newfound knowledge, Garth set off to find the elusive Malachi and put an end to his treacherous plan. He encountered various obstacles along the way, but his determination never wavered. Finally, after days of journeying, Garth reached the lair of Malachi. The sorcerer sensed Garth's presence and greeted him with a wicked smile. But Garth stood tall, fueled by the love he had for his village and the belief in the magic of Christmas. With a surge of courage, Garth confronted Malachi, casting a powerful spell that emitted a brilliant light. The magic enveloped the sorcerer, rendering him powerless and restoring the Christmas spirit. The village erupted in celebration as the magic returned, brighter and more vibrant than ever before. Garth was hailed as a hero, and the village celebrated his bravery and selflessness. From that day forward, the magic of Christmas was never taken for granted. Garth's valiant act served as a reminder of the importance of love, kindness, and the power of believing in the extraordinary. And so, every Christmas, the villagers in the Snowy Mountains gather to retell the tale of Garth and his quest to save the magic of Christmas. The story lives on, inspiring generations to embrace the enchantment and spread love and joy during the most magical time of the year..
Reviews for "Rediscovering the Joy of Christmas with Garth Brooks' Music"
1. Sarah - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "Garth Brooks: The Magic of Christmas". While I am a big fan of Garth Brooks, this album just didn't live up to the holiday spirit I was expecting. The song choices were lackluster and didn't capture the joy and warmth of Christmas. I found myself skipping through most of the tracks, as they felt uninspired and didn't bring anything new to the table. Overall, this album fell flat for me, and I would not recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable Christmas music experience.
2. John - 3 stars - As a long-time Garth Brooks fan, I was excited to hear his take on Christmas music. However, "Garth Brooks: The Magic of Christmas" left me slightly disappointed. While Garth's voice is undeniably powerful and he brings his signature style to the songs, I felt like the album lacked depth. The arrangements were predictable and didn't offer anything unique or interesting. It felt like he was simply going through the motions without adding his own personal touch. While it's not a terrible album, it didn't leave a lasting impression on me like I had hoped.
3. Melissa - 2 stars - I have always been a fan of Garth Brooks, but "Garth Brooks: The Magic of Christmas" left me underwhelmed. The album felt rushed and poorly produced. The songs lacked energy and passion, making them forgettable and unmemorable. Additionally, the choice of songs seemed cliche and predictable, with no surprises or standout tracks. I expected more from Garth Brooks, and unfortunately, this album fell short of my expectations. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable Christmas music experience.