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Infernal Cackler - Ayatee's Artifacts

The carved pumpkin head at the end of this flail looks real, but the constantly burning fires inside reveal its infernal nature. The head can be heard laughing from time to time, as the devil trapped inside is still alive and well.

A proper Halloween item for Halloween! How the Infernal Cackler came to be no-one knows - was it a normal pumpkin touched by evil magic... or is it a head of a headless horseman? One thing is certain - its maniacal laugh is sure to keep you - and you...

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Wozan's Wondrous Wares - Encounter - October 2023

Wozan, a devilish merchant from the infernal plane of Greed, revels in the art of the deal. He traverses the material plane in his enigmatic wagon, a haunting carillon chiming from its rear, offering wares that are scarce or utterly unattainable anywhere else. But his goods come at a steep price. If you find your pockets lacking, fear not, for Wozan is ever prepared to propose a contract, confident that all debts will be settled when the time is ripe. His agreements, often shrouded in mystery...

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Skull Shield - Ayatee's Artifacts

This small shield has a human skull attached to the front. Two orbs of dark energy float in front of the shield, sometimes settling inside the skull’s eye sockets.

This spooky shield (it's October after all) should be a fantastic addition to any adventure focused around old cults and ancient evil deities! The item itself comes from our Tainted Temple dungeon crawl that you can read about on our site!

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Rainbow Quill - Ayatee's Artifacts

This quill, made from a feather that shimmers with all colors of a rainbow happily jots down everything it hears, with a speed faster than the eye can see.

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The Dragons' Retreat - Fantastic Location - September 2023

The Dragons' Retreat is a magical place where the dragons end  their lives, joining a collective and becoming a part of the shared  knowledge of their kind. The place is also said to be the only way where  mortals can communicate with the ancient and long-dead dragons, as it  serves as a gateway between the world of the living and the draconic afterlife.

Venture into the Dragons' Retreat, meet a powerful new monster - an ancient Prismatic Dragon - and take y...

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String of Nature - Ayatee's Artifacts

This longbow is made from green bamboo that seems alive and evergrowing. Several thin branches growing from the arms of the bow can be easily pulled and used as deadly arrows.

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Weeping Trees - Exclusive Encounter - August 2023

On the battlefields where war raged against the infernal forces  and the soil was saturated with blood, certain trees are sometimes  animated as the souls of the dead bind with them through hellish magic.  They grow bitter, driven by a deep-seated hatred, lying in wait for any  who venture near, eager to consign them to shared eternal torment.

The Weeping Trees is a combat encounter for 5th edition and  Pathdinfer Second Edition, on a map by Daniel's Ma...

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Glaives and Halbers - Ayatee's Artifacts

Glaives and halberds, once two separate weapon families lost their flavor in 5th edition - becoming essentially one weapon that only differs in name. This small supplement reintroduces the differences between the weapons - as well as provides some more (new and old) options.

Inside the supplements are 4 weapons - two we released some time ago (Glaive of the Spirit Strike and Bladecatcher Halberd), that we updated to have Pathfinder Second Edition variation, and two new (Halberd of the D...

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Frozen Flame - Ayatee's Artifacts

Once a flaming weapon, this sword has been transformed by powerful magic into an icy blade that shimmers in the light. The blade is adorned with blue gems, and it’s hilt is covered with a blue leather, adding to its beauty.

Lorebook: The Frozen Flames
As his flaming blade struck the golem and dug deep into its body, the primordial ice of which the creature was made reacted with the sword's powerful magic. In an instant, the sword's...

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Celestial Morningstar - Ayatee's Artifacts

The handle of this morningstar is made of polished, white marble that shines with slight blue glow. The spikes, made from what looks like solid light, levitate around the head, ready to strike an opponent with radiant might.

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The Shrine of the Severed Hand - Exclusive Encounter - July 2023

The shrine of the Severed Hand was built centuries ago around the stone hand that was found deep in the forest. No one knew how and why the hand had appeared there, but it was told that praying at the shrine would bring you a small fortune in your daily tasks. This turned out to be true, for the most part, but no one knew why – as the secret was buried deep. The source of the hand's power was a wishing stone that lay underground – and the hand protected its secret, as anyone who tried...

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Angel's Eye - Ayatee's Artifacts

This golden-blue spear has an eye, surrounded by blue feathers, just before its blade. The eye constantly looks around as if examining the surroundings, searching for evil hiding in plain sight.

Lorebook: The Eye of the Angels
As you hold the staff, you can head a disembodied voice in your head.
THE EYE OF THE ANGEL NEVER SLEEPS
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Protector of the Reef - Ayatee's Artifacts

This ancient spear is made of an unknown material, and scales and fins seem to be growing out of it. The ocean-blue gem that makes the blade of this spear seems to be made of solidified water and is always wet to touch.

Lorebook: The Prayer of the Protector of the Reef
Oh Lord of the Sea, bring your wrath upon those who oppose you and sin against your children and the waters they all live in. Protect your shoal and give them...

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Darkcrystal Blades - Ayatee's Artifacts

These dual-bladed daggers are made from a special type of dark, magical crystal found only in the depths of the Underearth. The crystal blades are razor-sharp and seem to absorb light, making them appear dark and ominous.

Lorebook: The Jab
One quick jab, it was all that he needed. Jex's blade went into the guard's body without much resistance - right between the plates of the armor. A hit like that would not kill the guard... under norma...

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Thaarel, Ancient Remorhaz - Hunt - June 2023

Living high in the Molten Glacier, Thaarel was touched by ancient elven magic and became more than a typical remorhaz. With a direct connection to the Plane of Fire and high intelligence, he terrorizes the surrounding villages… and there is no stopping him. Will you dare to try?

The hunt for Thaarel is the first content in our new series - Hunts - that present multi-stage fights with powerful monsters. Take your players high into molten glacier and pit them against ancient re...

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Bone Scythe - Ayatee's Artifacts

The handle of this scythe seems to be crafted entirely from the bones of long-dead creatures. Despite its macabre appearance, it bears no evil magic or malevolent intent. Instead, it symbolizes the natural cycle of life and death, and its purpose is to protect the living from unnatural beings that roam the planes.

You have a +1 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this weapon. When you hit an abomination or undead with an attack using this magic sword, the target takes an...

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The Dead in the Temple - Exclusive Encounter - May 2023

A small temple that offers healing and a place to rest hides a  dark secret. Will you take a chance and spend a night here to uncover  the truth?

The Dead in the Temple is an urban-themed social and combat encounter  on a map by Tom Cartos!

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Skullbreaker - Ayatee's Artifacts

The head of this axe seems to be made from blood that clotted a long time ago, along with tiny bits of bone. An orb of darkness floats close to the blade, hissing quietly.

You have a +1 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic weapon.

Skullbreak. Three times per day, after hitting an enemy with a critical hit using the Skullbreaker, you can release the dark energy of its blade to empower the hit, dealing additional 2d6 slashing damage and cau...

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The Burning Cat - Exclusive Encounter - April 2023

A cat with burning whiskers is threatening to burn the barn full of grain down... will you find out what angered the creature?

The Burning Cat is a social encounter featuring Gumiennik, one of the demons from the Slavic mythos (illustrated, in it's cat form, by our own Ayatee). 

Gumiennik (also called ovinnik) guarded the grain in the farmyard against fire, thieves and pests, but was easily offended. Disrespecting him or threshing grain during a strong wind or on a h...

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Update and Summary - April 2023

Another month has passed - and it was a tiring and busy one (so busy that we are posting this now)! We spent the first half of the month preparing for the convention - we had to order a lot of things because we upgraded our stand. We also had some family health issues during that time, which meant we had to put some things on the backburner - but for the last two weeks, we have been getting back on track.

Upcoming Changes to how Patreon Works

We will be making some changes to ho...

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Bladecatcher Halberd - Ayatee's Artifacts

This heavy halberd's blade looks like giant metal jaws, ready to catch anything it hits and split it in two.

You have a +1 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic halberd.

Disarming strike. Three times per day, if you hit a creature wielding a weapon with the Bladecatcher Halberd, you can use your reaction to catch the opponent's blade in the gap of the halberd's blade, preventing them from making any further attacks with that weapon until t...

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The Infernal Cannon - Exclusive Encounter - April 2023

A group of quasits found an infernal cannon, went on a rampage and  broke the hellish device... will you stop them, or will you help the demons repair it?

The Infernal Cannon is a light-hearted encounter for 5th and 3rd editions, featuring a map from Meditating Munky!

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Tidal Blade - Ayatee's Artifacts

This longsword, crafted from a smooth, polished sea rock that shimmers with a deep violet-blue hue, smells of saltwater and brine. When wielded, the sword's swings produce a distinct sound of waves crashing against rocks.

You have a +1 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic longsword.

Sweeping Wave. Once per day you can swing the tidal blade in a wide arc, creating a powerful wave. Each creature within a 15-foot cone must make a DC 15 Stren...

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Marzanna - Encounter - March 2022

A group of villagers stands in front of a bridge, holding what  looks like a woman dressed in traditional clothes. An odd-looking knight blocks their way to stop them from drowning her. Will you find  out what is really happening and prevent a tragedy on the first day of spring?

"Marzanna" is a social encounter suitable for parties at any level, and is the first in a series of Slavic mythology-inspired encounters. During this encounter, adventurers (and you and your p...

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How to Train a Familiar - Ayatee's Artifacts

This ancient, heavy tome has a blue cover featuring a mysterious snake-like creature and is adorned with black lettering that reads "How to Train a Familiar" in an elegant script.

While attuned to How to Train a Familiar, you may summon a familiar to your side as an action, as if you cast a find familiar spell. You also gain proficiency in Intelligence (Arcana) skill.

In addition to providing a loyal companion, How to Train a Familiar is a powerful sourc...

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The Avalanche - Exclusive Encounter and Item - March 2023


The falling snow makes a terrifying rumbling sound as it moves  from the mountainside. Will you hide in time, or will you get caught in a  snowslide?

"The Avalanche" theme brings you an encounter with a new monster for  5th and 3rd editions, taking place on a map by Meditating Munky, as well  as a new item from Ayatee's Artifacts series!

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Corsair's Dagger - Ayatee's Artifacts

This simple dagger is surprisingly light and nimble. A small opening in the blade can fit and grip a rope of any size, and the blade itself can cut them in a flash.

You have a +1 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this magic dagger.

Rope cutter. The corsair's blade can easily cut through any non-magical rope as if it was paper.

Rope swinging. The  wielder of the corsair's dagger can use the smal...

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Spirit of the Bottle - Exclusive Encounter - February 2023

The guitar sounds come from a lonely bottle of rum stuck in the sand. Will you find out who is playing?

Spirit of the Bottle is a social encounter for parties at any level, featuring a Hermit Genie, a new monster illustrated by our own Ayatee!

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Wand of the Demon King - Ayatee's Artifacts

Said to be once owned by a demon king, this wand with a head in the shape of a goat's skull emanates mysterious, dark energy.

This  magical wand allows its user to warp reality and influence the minds of  creatures around them. Three times per day, the user can use the wand  to:

  • Dominate the mind of one creature for 8 hours. The creature is entitled to a DC 20 Wisdom saving throw.
  • Create  an image of an object, a creatur...

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Dragonshorn Studios, OGL, and the future

As you probably know by now, Wizards of the Coasts are meddling with OGL, the license that allows publishers like us to publish 5th and 3rd edition compatible material (and much more). WotC are trying to deauthorize OGL 1.0a and push a new license version. While we do not know how it will end up looking - the recently presented OGL 1.2 seems less harsh than previous leaks, and the moving of some parts of 5th edition rules to CC seems a decent move - we want to be able to bring adventures, enc...

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