The DMG (p. 139) says about cursed items: Most methods of identifying items, including the identify spell, fail to reveal such a curse, although lore might hint at it. A curse should be a surprise to the item’s user when the curse’s effects are revealed.
What are cursed items?
21 Cursed Items From Around The World You Wouldn’t Want Anywhere Near You
- The Cursed Mirror.
- Baker’s Wedding Dress.
- Annabelle Doll.
- Screaming Skull.
- ‘The Hand Resist Him’ Painting.
- ‘The Anguished Man’ Painting.
- Peice Of Uluru Rock.
- Letta The Gypsy Doll.
What to do with cursed items in DND 5e?
Players can explore the history of the curse. Banishment will remove the curse as well as the normal methods. Alternatively, you can tie curse removal to the story behind the curse. This is a curse template that is really versatile in that it can be applied to any weapon or armor.
What happens when you remove a curse in D & D?
• While the target is Cursed, your attacks and Spells deal an extra 1d8 necrotic damage to the target. A Remove Curse spell ends this Effect. At the DM’s option, you may choose an alternative curse Effect, but it should be no more powerful than those described above. The DM has final say on such a curse’s Effect.
Are there any drawbacks to using a cursed item?
As such, a major drawback of using a cursed item is that it will occupy one of the character’s limited attunement slots, preventing them from obtaining the benefit of a different magic item. This is amplified by the fact that the cursed item cannot be unequipped. A good cursed item will also have beneficial properties.
Where can I find a list of curses?
The DMG pg 220 has a list of Detrimental Properties for artifacts that can be used for curses. There is a list of Vistani Curses on page 28 of Curse of Strahd. Curse of Strahd is a good resource for ideas on curses, and cursed items.
