Flaring Scorpion Venom is a particularly insidious toxin derived from the rare Pyroxil Scorpion native to the Khein Dynasty. The venom is typically extracted from it then dried and ground into a potent powder. This powder can be discreetly sprinkled into food and drink or mixed with oil to coat weapons. The venom is notorious for causing debilitating symptoms rather than outright killing the target, making it a favored tool among assassins and nefarious individuals looking to incapacitate their victims over time.
Due to the rarity of the Pyroxil Scorpion and the complex process of harvesting and preparing the venom, a vial of Flaring Scorpion Venom can fetch between 500 to 1,000 gold pieces on the black market.
The Pyroxil Scorpion is a feared and elusive creature within the deserts of the Khein Dynasty. Legends tell of scorpions that can ignite with internal fire, though the venom itself causes a metaphorical burning fever within the victim. Traditionally, only the most skilled and daring of hunters would attempt to collect this venom, as the Pyroxil Scorpion’s sting is lethal to most. Over time, alchemists and poisoners have perfected methods to safely extract and refine the venom, making it a sought-after commodity among those who trade in shadows and secrecy.
Special Features:
Method of Application: The venom can be used in multiple ways:
- Ingested: Sprinkled into food or drink, making it ideal for covert poisoning.
- Weapon Coating: Mixed with oil and applied to blades or arrows, allowing for targeted strikes.
Effects of the Venom:
- Day 1: The target experiences a sudden fever, suffering 1 level of exhaustion.
- Day 2: The target's muscles weaken significantly, suffering an additional 1 level of exhaustion.
- Day 3: The target feels extremely ill and is unable to eat or drink, suffering another 1 level of exhaustion. The venom reaches its maximum effect at 3 levels of exhaustion.
- Maximum Effect: The venom caps at 3 levels of exhaustion, causing severe debilitation without directly killing the target. The victim becomes highly susceptible to other forms of harm.
Curing the Venom:
- Long Rests: Each long rest can reduce the exhaustion by 1 level if the victim receives proper care and treatment.
- Antidote: Specific antidotes, typically crafted by skilled alchemists, can neutralize the venom.
- Magical Healing: Spells such as Lesser Restoration or Greater Restoration can cure the venom, removing the levels of exhaustion and purging the poison from the victim’s system.