Ancient Artifact of the Forgotten Realm
The Celestial Orb of Elara
A relic of immense power, believed to harness the very essence of stardust.
Properties
Material
Celestial Diamond, Infused with Astral Silver
Weight
0.5 kg (Feels lighter than its mass)
Magical Affinity
Astral Manipulation, Reality Bending
Emanations
Soft, pulsating blue light; faint whispers of ancient languages
Age
Approximately 10,000 Earth years
Unique Ability
Can open portals to the Astral Plane
History & Lore
The Celestial Orb was first recorded by explorers from the Elara's Cradle in the early 21st century. Found deep within a collapsed star system, its origins were shrouded in mystery. Local legends spoke of "The Orb of the Sky-Gods," a powerful artifact lost to time.
Its discovery led to a surge of interest from archaeologists, historians, and even rogue collectors. The artifact's unique properties made it a subject of intense study and speculation.
According to ancient texts, the Orb was crafted by the Celestial Architects, beings of immense power who shaped the cosmos. It was meant to be a conduit for knowledge and power, a key to understanding the fabric of reality itself.
A great cosmic war led to its concealment, hidden away until the stars aligned once more. Its re-emergence is seen as a sign of a new era, or perhaps, an impending reckoning.
Current Status
Currently, the Celestial Orb is housed in a secure, climate-controlled vault within the Elara's Cradle Research Institute. It is under constant surveillance and study by leading experts in ancient civilizations and cosmic phenomena.
Access is strictly controlled due to its volatile nature and immense power. Only authorized personnel with Level 7 clearance may interact with it under supervised conditions.