I've introduced the Rod of Seven Parts into my #dnd campaign, causing me to reflect on the fact that I designed both the 3rd edition (Arms & Equipment Guide) and 4th edition (DMG2) versions. I'm a little obsessed with this artifact. #wotcstaff
— James Wyatt (@aquelajames) March 13, 2019
So far, I’m sticking close to the 3e version, which stuck close to the 2e version(s). Still tinkering, though!
— James Wyatt (@aquelajames) March 13, 2019
It’s a great item with a wonderful backstory and a tailor-made campaign hook. No reason not to return to it in every edition.
— Shawn Merwin (or a poor clone) (@shawnmerwin) March 14, 2019
I never used the Rod but always loved seeing it and hope to have a campaign it’s right for one day. Trying to remember, was it connected to the Wind Dukes of Aaqa, or is that a different super flavorful magic item? That’s the one!
— James Wyatt (@aquelajames) March 13, 2019
I was always fascinated by the flavor text referencing factions like that, especially back in the early ’00s, when there was no way to look them up online. The little hints were some of my favorite parts of the game. Thanks! I love that it goes all the way back to the 1st ed. DMG (but not Eldritch Wizardry): "The Wind Dukes of Aaqa are the legendary creators of this artifact. It is said that they constructed the Rod to use in the great battle of Pesh where Chaos and Law contended." Tantalizing hints!
— James Wyatt (@aquelajames) March 13, 2019