Earring of the Restless Foot
“If it starts tappin’, ya better start movin’. Or I will.”
This little boot-shaped stud is no fashion trinket—it’s a curse with wings, strapped to the soul of every impatient adventurer who ever groaned in a town council meeting. The Earring of the Restless Foot was first crafted by a desert nomad known only as Drassa the Wind-Hater, who swore no sand, swamp, or slowpoke would ever stall her again. Legend says she once crossed a tar pit by sheer spite—and this earring clicked the whole way across.
Mike wore it once during a week-long stakeout. “Lasted six hours. Then I punched a squirrel. Not proud.”
For wanderers, scouts, and the fidgety few who can’t stand standin’.
👉 Whether yer crossing lava or pacing in a dungeon lobby, the Earring of the Restless Foot taps into your path. Or send us yer marching complaints here.
Earring of the Restless Foot – Wondrous Item (Earring)
Rarity: Uncommon
Attunement: Yes
Slot: Ear
Weight: Weightless
Special: Keep Walkin’
Step Unbothered (Passive):
The wearer ignores difficult terrain while moving on foot.Dash and Go (1/short rest):
Once per short rest, the wearer may take the Dash action as a bonus action. However, they must move in a straight line until the end of their turn. They cannot stop or change direction once movement begins.Quirk – The Tap:
If the wearer stands still for more than 10 seconds, the earring begins to make a soft but incessant tapping noise, audible within 10 feet. Nearby creatures may become annoyed or suspicious (DM’s discretion).
GM Notes:
Great for scouts, monks, rogues, or any party member who hates being pinned down. Offers real mobility boosts without being overpowered. Excellent for marshland chases, collapsing dungeons, or sessions with terrain that’s meant to slow players down.
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It don’t whisper, don’t buzz, don’t glow. It taps. And that’s worse.
👉 Restless? Good. Stay that way. Pick up the Earring of the Restless Foot from the Armory. And maybe leave the sneaking to someone else.
FAQ
Q: Can I stop mid-movement after using the Dash effect?
A: Nope. Once yer goin’, yer goin’. Hope that line’s straight to glory.
Q: Does ignoring difficult terrain work in magical terrain too?
A: If it slows yer feet and ain’t explicitly teleportation or quicksand, the earring shrugs it off.
Q: Can I wear this and still be stealthy?
A: Maybe. Unless the tappin’ gives you away. Or yer own frustration does.
