Antenna Cap

Wondrous Item • Common • Requires Attunement

Pheromone Sense. You can sense the direction of the nearest creature within 15 feet of you that isn't behind total cover. This sense doesn't reveal the creature's exact location or identity.

Antenna Cap

Wondrous Item • Uncommon • Requires Attunement

Hive Thoughts. You have the ability to communicate in a limited manner with insects. They can understand the meaning of your words, though you have no special ability to understand them in return.

Pheromone Sense. You can sense the direction of the nearest creature within 30 feet of you that isn't behind total cover. This sense doesn't reveal the creature's exact location or identity.

Antenna Cap

Wondrous Item • Rare • Requires Attunement

Emotional Scent. You have advantage on Wisdom (Insight) checks made to determine a creature's emotional state. This property doesn't function against Constructs or Undead.

Hive Thoughts. You have the ability to communicate in a limited manner with insects. They can understand the meaning of your words, though you have no special ability to understand them in return. You have advantage on all Charisma checks you make to influence them.

Pheromone Sense. You can sense the direction of the nearest creature within 30 feet of you that isn't behind total cover. This sense doesn't reveal the creature's exact location or identity.

Sensory Antennae. You gain blindsight with a range of 5 feet.

Using Evolving Items

Evolving items can be used as standard magic items—the GM simply determines the rarity at which the item is found...

  • Character Growth. Reaching a specific level or proficiency milestone.
  • Arcane Empowerment. Enhancing the item through crafting or rituals.
  • Attunement Over Time. Deepening attunement through continued use.
  • Thematic Achievements. Fulfilling tasks or trials related to the item’s nature.
  • Divine or Infernal Favor. Gaining recognition from powerful entities.
  • Environmental Influence. Exposure to special locations or events.

By using evolving items, the GM can weave them into the story, making them feel personal and rewarding as they develop alongside the characters.