Treasure Divining Rods

Wondrous Item • Rare

Locate. As an action, while holding the rods one in each hand, you can speak the command word to activate them. The rods then lean towards the direction of a single object with the highest monetary value that you are unaware of, which is within 1 mile of you and on the same plane of existence. The farther away the object the more the rods swing, the closer the object the more precise and stable the rods swing in the particular direction. After 1 minute, the rods deactivate. If you activate the rods again before the next dawn, there is a cumulative 25 percent chance that the rods point in a random direction or deviate by a significant amount.

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.