Helm of the Crazed Crusader
wondrous item (headgear), very rare (requires attunement)
This helmet is made of a rare metal alloy that is both lightweight and durable. It has a pair of curved horns protruding from the sides.
Crazed Charge
Once per day, you can charge forward with reckless abandon, gaining a +2 bonus to attack and damage rolls with melee weapons. However, you also suffer a -2 penalty to your AC. This effect lasts for 1 minute, or until you fall unconscious or die.Zealous Fury
When you are hit by an enemy within 5 feet of you while under the effects of Crazed Charge, you can use your reaction to make an attack against them.Lore
Aric was a humble blacksmith, known for his exceptional craftsmanship and kind heart. He lived a quiet life, forging tools and weapons for the local villagers. One day, a mysterious traveler arrived at his forge, carrying a peculiar metal alloy. The traveler, cloaked in shadows, requested Aric to create a helmet from the alloy, promising a handsome reward.
Intrigued by the challenge, Aric agreed. He spent days and nights working on the helmet, pouring all his skill and dedication into the creation. As he hammered and shaped the metal, he felt an unusual connection to the material, as if it was guiding his hands. When the helmet was finally complete, it gleamed with an otherworldly light, and a pair of curved horns jutted out from the sides.The traveler returned, but instead of taking the helmet, he revealed his true identity – a powerful sorcerer. He explained that the helmet was destined for a hero who would protect the realm from an impending darkness. The sorcerer saw the potential in Aric and insisted that he wear the helmet and embrace his destiny.
Reluctant but unable to refuse, Aric donned the Helm of the Crazed Crusader. The moment he put it on, he felt a surge of power and a burning desire to protect the innocent. Despite his initial hesitation, Aric took up the mantle of a crusader, using the helmet’s abilities to charge into battle with unmatched ferocity.
Aric’s deeds became legendary. He defended villages from marauding bands, stood against dark forces, and inspired hope in those who had none. Yet, he remained humble, always returning to his forge to repair the tools and weapons of his fellow villagers. The helmet, though it granted him great power, never changed his kind and gentle nature.
Years passed, and Aric’s name became synonymous with bravery and selflessness. The Helm of the Crazed Crusader remained a symbol of his unwavering dedication to protecting the realm. Though he faced many challenges, Aric never wavered, proving that true heroism comes not from power, but from the heart.
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