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Aetherstring Bow

weapon (longbow), artifact (requires attunement)

This intricately designed mechanical bow is crafted from the finest metal and infused with arcane energies. It seems to pulse with a life of its own, adapting and evolving as its wielder grows stronger. In it's Dormant state it has the following properties:

Magic Weapon

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

Arcane Ammunition

You can create your own ammunition by pulling back the bowstring. These arrows are made of pure energy, deal force damage and disappear after they hit or miss their target.

Arcane Pulse

Once per short rest, you can use a bonus action to infuse your next attack with arcane energy. If the attack hits, it deals an extra force damage to the target and all creatures within 10 feet of the target.

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Credits

This item was created as a welcome gift for my Patreon supporter, Josh Bruder who also came up with the core concept of the item.

Lore

In the heart of a bustling metropolis, where arcane energies intertwined with the hum of machinery, lived a warforged ranger named Bruder. Bruder thrived in the urban sprawl, where his mechanical precision and arcane prowess made him a formidable bowman.

Bruder’s journey with the Aetherstring Bow began in a workshop filled with the clinking of metal and the glow of enchantments. The bow was crafted by a reclusive artificer known only as “The Mechanist,” a master of blending technology with magic. The Mechanist saw potential in Bruder, recognizing that his unique nature could unlock the bow’s true capabilities.
The Aetherstring Bow, with its intricate design and pulsating arcane energies, was unlike any weapon Bruder had ever wielded. It responded to his touch, the bowstring creating arrows of pure energy that shimmered with power. As Bruder trained with the bow, he discovered its ability to adapt and evolve, mirroring his own growth as a warrior.
Bruder’s reputation as a skilled marksman grew, and he became a protector of the city, using the Aetherstring Bow to defend against threats both mundane and magical. His mechanical precision and the bow’s arcane might made them an unstoppable duo. The citizens spoke of Bruder with admiration, not just for his prowess but for his unwavering dedication to their safety.
One fateful day, a powerful sorcerer sought to harness the city’s arcane energies for his own nefarious purposes. Bruder stood as the last line of defense, his Aetherstring Bow glowing with an intensity never seen before. In a climactic battle, Bruder’s arrows of pure energy clashed with the sorcerer’s dark magic, creating a spectacle of light and power.
In the end, Bruder emerged victorious, the sorcerer’s plans thwarted. The Aetherstring Bow, now a symbol of hope and resilience, remained by Bruder’s side as he continued to protect the city. The bond between the warforged ranger and his magical bow grew stronger with each passing day, a testament to the harmony of machine and arcane.

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