Cursed Crown

Item Type:
Magical crown / royal regalia

Rarity:
Unknown

Requires Attunement:
Unclear; suspected to bind itself to the wearer and carry a curse

Appearance:
A regal crown of Aglarion, origin and details not yet described to the party.

Description

The Cursed Crown is the royal crown of Aglarion. While publicly known as a symbol of kingship and victory over the satyrs, Signmonder suspects the “blessing” granted by the satyr lord was in fact a curse. The crown may carry a malignant enchantment that has shaped the fate of the royal line.

History

• Said to have been recovered when King Waldren defeated Satyr King Dazmag and rescued the queen.
• The official story calls it a blessing; Riccio and Signmonder suspect it is a lingering curse.
• Associated with the downfall of the prince and the exile of Father Lester.
• Currently sits upon the head of Queen Athena, symbolizing her reign even as its curse may be at work.

Role in the Story

• Introduced in Session 8 – 👑🗝️ Secrets of the Crown.
• Believed to be cursed and central to Aglarion’s turmoil.
• The party must eventually recover the crown and either destroy it or seal it within the Containment Chest.

Notable Moments

• Session 8: Signmonder revealed his suspicions of the curse in the crown, contradicting the official tale.
• Riccio fueled doubts by suggesting the Crown’s “truths” conceal darker realities.

Relationships

• King Waldren – Wore the crown after defeating Satyr King Dazmag.
• Queen Athena – Current bearer of the crown.
• Signmonder – Believes the crown is cursed and must be neutralized.
• Riccio Tane – Supports the idea that the Crown’s legacy is built on lies.
• The Party – Tasked with retrieving and neutralizing the Crown to end its influence.
• The Crown of Aglarion (Faction) – Symbol of their authority, though its corruption may undermine their legitimacy.