Crafted on 20 December 309 by the renowned mage Redevus Branch, the Amulet of the Planes was initially a remarkable artifact, meant to facilitate instantaneous travel across the multiverse. It was revered for its power, enabling its wielder to traverse vast distances and reach any point in existence without limitations. This incredible utility, however, made it a prized target during significant conflicts, most notably the intense Battle for the Slaverin, where it sustained severe damage. Following the battle, the amulet's functionality was compromised, reducing its capabilities to traveling merely across planes rather than pinpoint locations, and causing it to intermittently misfire, leading to chaotic and unpredictable results.
The legacy of the Amulet of the Planes continued in the year 1248 when its significance was rekindled by a group of adventurers seeking to harness its remaining powers. On 3 September of that year, one of the members, Stephan, was crafting a homing device to detect portals, and recognized the need for the amulet to achieve his goal. The group learned that the artifact was held by Diophenes Jug in Candlekeep. Utilizing Retta's teleportation skills, they swiftly journeyed to the renowned library and retrieved the damaged amulet.
Upon returning to their base of operations, Stephan began the arduous task of building the portal detection device. However, he quickly realized he required additional materials, specifically ashes from Fey creatures to complete his undertaking. Without delay, the group set out to investigate a series of disturbances at a nearby lumberyard, where they encountered Quicklings. After a fierce battle, they triumphed over the mischievous fae and secured the necessary ashes, thus taking another step toward realizing the potential of the Amulet of the Planes, even in its flawed state.
This chapter in the amulet's history showcases its enduring significance, illustrating how its journey has only just begun, despite its damaged condition. The intertwining fates of the artifact and the bold adventurers further enrich its legend, emphasizing the hope that even imperfect relics may still hold the key to unlocking new possibilities within the fabric of existence.
