Zoranti Weapons

Zoranti Weapons are a legendary collection of sentient artifacts, masterfully crafted by the renowned dwarven weaponsmith, Mikello Zoranti. Commissioned by the high priest of Pollaran for the clergy, these weapons were imbued with powerful magic and the blessings of clerics, resulting in 128 unique and formidable tools of war. Each Zoranti Weapon possesses its own consciousness and purpose, evolving and growing in power as they fulfill their designed roles.

Mikello Zoranti, despite his fame as a weaponsmith, had never participated in battle himself. When tasked with creating these special weapons, he utilized not only his exceptional craftsmanship but also potent magical enchantments and the aid of clerics. This collaboration led to the birth of the Zoranti Weapons, artifacts that would soon exceed the expectations and control of their creators.

• Sentience: Each weapon is sentient, capable of communication through empathy, telepathy, or speech, depending on their power level.
• Alignment: Every weapon has its own alignment, influencing its behavior and interaction with its wielder.
• Purpose-Driven Evolution: Zoranti Weapons are purpose-driven. As they complete tasks aligned with their core purpose, they gain experience and power, eventually evolving into a more potent form and often adopting a shorter name.
• Wielder Influence: These weapons seek to dominate their wielders' will to achieve their primary purpose, requiring the wielder to pass a Wisdom or Charisma saving throw to resist domination.
• Compelling Presence: Zoranti weapons can sense persons within range and compel that person to pick up the weapon.
• Soul Harvest: If the wielder chooses, a creature slain by a Zoranti weapon has its soul absorbed and destroyed, making resurrection impossible unless the soul is reconstructed by a Wish spell or Deity.
• Diverse Abilities: Each weapon boasts unique abilities, from launching devastating attacks to absorbing and destroying souls.

1. Ja: A great bow designed to defeat entire armies. It launches magic missiles and carries both a delayed fireball and a sphere of annihilation.
2. Crangali: A battle hammer focused on combating giants, capable of unleashing both flame strike and thunderwave when thrown.
3. Shamshiel: A longsword with a penchant for destroying the undead, featuring abilities like Sun Beam, Sun Blast, and a unique Zoranti undead Death effect.

The Zoranti Weapons, with their immense power and autonomy, have become artifacts of legend, sought after by heroes and villains alike. Their presence on the battlefield can turn the tides of war and reshape the annals of history.