The Storm-Heart Maul is a rare, attunement-required +1 maul for DnD 5e, dealing extra lightning damage on hit and an area-of-effect thunder/lightning burst (Sky-Rend Burst) once per short rest.
✨ Item Overview
Prepare to wield the very essence of a tempest with the Storm-Heart Maul! This formidable weapon, crafted from dark, heavy metal and emblazoned with glowing amber runes, thrums with raw elemental energy. The maul’s head, sturdy and imposing, crackles with an inner light, promising devastating power to those brave enough to attune to its tumultuous spirit. Its design hints at forgotten forging techniques, perhaps by beings who commanded the very weather itself.
Unleash the Tempest
The Storm-Heart Maul is a +1 maul that also empowers your strikes with a constant surge of electricity. Its Galvanic Strike ensures that every successful hit smashes with bludgeoning force and crackles with an additional 1d6 lightning damage. But the true might of this weapon lies in its Sky-Rend Burst. Once per short rest, you can unleash a devastating area of effect, slamming the maul down to call forth a localized thunderclap and lightning strike, forcing creatures around you to contend with 4d6 thunder and 2d6 lightning damage.
Be warned, however: such raw power comes at a cost. After conjuring the Sky-Rend Burst, the maul saps your vitality, leaving you with one level of exhaustion. This drawback ensures that wielding the Storm-Heart Maul is a strategic choice, not to be taken lightly. Perfect for front-line warriors and clerics who yearn to command the fury of the storm, this maul promises to make a thunderous impact in any encounter.
Harness the lightning, break your foes, and let the storm rage!
🔑 Key Facts
- Item Type: Weapon (Maul), Heavy, Two-Handed
- Rarity: Rare
- Attunement: Requires attunement
- Attack & Damage Bonus: +1 to attack and damage rolls
- Damage: 2d6 bludgeoning + 1d6 lightning (Galvanic Strike)
- Special Ability: Sky-Rend Burst (1/Short Rest) – 15-foot radius AoE, 4d6 thunder, 2d6 lightning (DC 14 Con save)
- Drawback: Gain 1 level of exhaustion after using Sky-Rend Burst
- Includes: Free Foundry VTT module download
📜 Item Stats
| Type | Weapon (maul) |
| Rarity | Rare |
| Attunement | Requires Attunement |
| Properties | Heavy, Two-Handed |
| Attack Bonus | +1 |
| Damage | 2d6 + Strength modifier bludgeoning damage + 1d6 lightning damage |
| Galvanic Strike (Passive) | This maul grants a +1 bonus to attack and damage rolls. Additionally, when you hit with an attack using this magic weapon, the target takes an extra 1d6 lightning damage. |
| Sky-Rend Burst (1/Short Rest) | As an action, you can slam the maul into the ground, causing a localized thunderclap. Each creature in a 15-foot radius sphere centered on you must make a DC 14 Constitution saving throw. A creature takes 4d6 thunder damage and 2d6 lightning damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one. |
Forged by the ancient Giants of the Cragged Peaks during the Age of Sundering, harnessing the raw tempest energy of the heavens. It last belonged to Jarl Kaelen, who vanished in a flash of lightning while wielding it against invading frost giants. When held, a faint ozone scent lingers in the air, and your hair occasionally stands on end.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Storm-Heart Maul in DnD 5e?
The Storm-Heart Maul is a rare homebrew magic weapon for DnD 5e, a +1 maul that requires attunement and deals additional lightning damage with attacks. It also has a powerful area-of-effect ability called Sky-Rend Burst.
How does the Storm-Heart Maul’s Sky-Rend Burst work?
As an action once per short rest, Sky-Rend Burst creates a 15-foot radius sphere of thunder and lightning. Creatures within must make a DC 14 Constitution save, taking 4d6 thunder and 2d6 lightning damage on a failed save, or half on a successful one. Using it causes one level of exhaustion.
Can I download the Storm-Heart Maul for Foundry VTT?
Yes, a free Foundry VTT module download for the Storm-Heart Maul is available, allowing you to easily integrate this homebrew magic weapon into your digital DnD 5e campaigns.
What is the lore of the Storm-Heart Maul?
Forged by ancient Giants of the Cragged Peaks during the Age of Sundering, the Storm-Heart Maul harnesses raw tempest energy. It was last wielded by Jarl Kaelen, who vanished in a flash of lightning while fighting frost giants.
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