Treasure Chest

What appears from afar to be a forgotten treasure chest is in fact a cunning mimic—a magical creature disguised as its prey to lure greedy seekers. It neither hunts nor stalks, but patiently waits in the dark corners of dungeons and ruins until a greedy hand reaches for the supposed gold, and then the deception is revealed.

Frustrated treasure hunters find not a scattering of gems, but animal bones, hides, and a handful of bone dust—a mockery of their hopes. Experienced travelers know this trick and approach such finds with weapons at the ready, for in the lands of the Conscript, the most tempting glitter often promises a trap.