Rods were magical items that served as tools for Spellcasters or as powerful magic-bearing objects on their own. Some rods functioned like Wands or Weapons, storing spells or granting specific magical effects. Others acted as Spellcasting Focuses, helping a caster improve the strength or accuracy of their spells. Certain rods also had unique properties, such as resisting magical attacks or allowing the user to bend or reshape magic in specific ways.
In use, rods often provided consistent support in both combat and non-combat situations. Some allowed more frequent or reliable spellcasting, while others gave access to abilities not easily gained through normal class features. Depending on the rod, a user might enhance their defense, bypass magical limits, or affect enemies in specialized ways. Though not always as common as wands or staves, rods were valued for their durability, power, and the wide range of effects they could offer to experienced spellcasters.