Seven Sacred Pipes

The Seven Sacred Pipes are powerful ceremonial tools, each imbued with divine magic that grants the user access to various potent spells when smoked. These pipes are revered as sacred relics, and their use is integral to the spiritual practices and ceremonies of the people in the Origins campaign. Each pipe holds specific magic, tied to both the natural world and divine forces, used to guide, protect, and empower those who honor their traditions.

Húŋkpapȟa ("End Village") Ceremonial Pipe

• Rarity: Very Rare
• Ability: When smoked, this pipe allows the user to cast the spell Zone of Truth.
• Lore: Húŋkpapȟa , also known as the “End Village” pipe, is used in ceremonies meant to bring clarity and honesty to a group. The Zone of Truth spell helps reveal secrets, ensuring that no falsehoods linger during vital discussions, especially those concerning the future of a community.

Itázipčho (Sans Arc) Ceremonial Pipe

• Rarity: Very Rare
• Ability: When smoked, this pipe allows you to cast the spell Sleep.
• Lore: The Itázipčho pipe, known as “Sans Arc”, is a symbol of peacefulness and tranquility. It is traditionally used to calm those in distress or to subdue hostile forces, casting them into a deep slumber, so that the community can act without fear or violence.

Mnikȟówožu ("Plant Near Water") Ceremonial Pipe

• Rarity: Very Rare
• Ability: When smoked, this pipe allows the user to cast the spell Dominate Beast.
• Lore: The Mnikȟówožu, “Plant Near Water”, pipe is tied to the natural world, embodying the harmony between plant life and water. It is used by leaders or shamans to gain control over the creatures of the wild, calling them into service or subduing them when necessary to protect the people.

Oglála (Scatter One's Own) Ceremonial Pipe

• Rarity: Very Rare
• Ability: When smoked, this pipe allows you to cast the spell Augury.
• Lore: Oglála, the “Scatter Pipe”, is used by spiritual leaders to seek guidance from the divine. Augury allows the wielder to ask the gods for insight, foreseeing the potential outcomes of important decisions, ensuring that they make the right choices for the tribe.

Oóhenuŋpa (Two Kettles) Ceremonial Pipe

• Rarity: Rare
• Ability: When smoked, this pipe costs Enhance Ability on everyone in a 15ft radius.
• Lore: The Oóhenuŋpa, known as the “Two Kettles” pipe, represents the unity of dual forces. When smoked, it enhances the abilities of those nearby, reinforcing the strength and coordination of the people, much like two kettles boiling in tandem, each contributing to the greater whole.

Sičháŋǧu (Brulé "Burned Thighs") Ceremonial Pipe

• Rarity: Rare
• Ability: When smoked, this pipe grants Comprehend Languages on everyone within a 15ft radius.
• Lore: Sičháŋǧu, the “Burned Thighs” pipe, represents the painful yet essential journey of survival. It is used to break down barriers of communication, allowing all within range to understand one another, regardless of language, facilitating peaceful exchange and dialogue among diverse peoples.

Sihásapa ("Blackfoot") Ceremonial Pipe

• Rarity: Rare
• Ability: When smoked, this pipe grants Bless on everyone within a 15ft radius.
• Lore: Sihásapa, or the “Blackfoot” pipe, is revered for its ability to inspire strength and courage. The Bless spell strengthens the resolve of those in its aura, ensuring that they act with the favor of the gods in their hearts, ready to face the challenges ahead.

Conclusion

The Seven Sacred Pipes are more than mere tools; they are sacred objects imbued with divine power, reflecting the deep connection between the people, the land, and the divine forces they honor. Whether used to speak the truth, command the beasts, or gain divine insight, these pipes are essential to the rituals and beliefs that guide the characters in their journey.