Cursed Silver Pieces

Wondrous item, uncommon (cursed)

These coins appear just like any other currency in the middle kingdoms, but they hide a dark secret. It took a demon named Legion years of dark rituals in the caverns under the Dead Sea to produce these coins, and they are now in circulation throughout Judea.

A creature that touches a cursed silver piece must make a Wisdom saving throw (DC 16) or become cursed by Legion. While the target is cursed in this way, the target is under the effects of the induce envy spell, with the object of its envy being: "the Messiah." Until the curse ends, if the creature becomes aware of the identity of the Messiah, it will actively work to bring about the Messiah's downfall. Additionally, while the target is cursed in this way, Legion can use a Magic action to take control of the creature's body as though through the dominate person spell. This use of the spell requires Legion's concentration, but ignores range and duration restrictions as long as the creature is cursed.

Cursed Player Characters. There are several ways to handle a player character who has become cursed by these silver pieces. If the player enjoys role-playing, it may be fun to let the player in on the curse and allow them to role-play the curse in their own way. However, if you think a player may be hesitant or unsure about how to play a cursed character, then it may be best to keep the curse a secret. Allow the player to move forward as they normally would, unaware of the fact that their saving throw was a failure. Then, wait for an opportunity to present itself before announcing that the character is under a suggestion spell and giving them directions for how to proceed.

Ending the Curse. The curse lasts until it is dispelled, or until the Messiah is arrested by Legion's allies, at which time he will release all creatures under his curse. The curse can also be ended by a remove curse spell or similar. If this curse is removed from the creature, a swarm of fiendish swine appear in an unoccupied space within 30 feet and move at full speed into the nearest body of water.

Bible5e custom item. Its specific properties supplement the standard magic item rules.