Gauntlet of the Horrors

You sneak quietly up to the massive, ornately carved wooden door, using your rodent stealthiness to move up to the securely closed and locked door without being heard. As you press your huge ear against the door, you focus all of your hearing on the room inside. You hear from within a massive booming voice, low and growly, stating, "Have you found anything?!" Followed by a shyer, quieter voice, "No. We've been searching for for months and we haven't found anything new." You ache with intense curiosity about the subject of this conversation. A third voice, much higher in pitch and muffled slightly by fur adds, "Listen, we've been searching for ages and we can't even find a clue as to where the Gauntlet is, maybe we should just give up?" The first voice continues, "NO! You will continue searching for the Gauntlet of Horrors and you will bring it to me. If you don't, I will do it. I will not hesitate." You begin to hear loud, stomping footsteps coming towards the door. You dart off, your heart pounding with exhilaration, fear, and excitement. You think you have found your new goal.

Summary

Many people believe in the myth of the Gauntlet of The Horrors, a gauntlet that in some versions transforms someone into a Horror, and in some gives one communication with them. It is sought after by kings, lords, and even great adventurers. There are many rumors as to where it is located, but no one knows where it truly lies.

Historical Basis

A cult that used to exist at approximately 46 AL believed that their leader could speak to The Horrors using a magical glove. There is no proof that any of these claims were true, but many believed it anyway.

Spread

Many adventurers have heard of this story, but most don't care enough to dedicate their lives to finding it. A few nobles dedicate a lot of money and time to try to find it as well.

Variations & Mutation

The original story was of a glove, but it eventually ended up as a gauntlet. Many different variations of the story exist, such as the Gauntlet turning you into a Horror, or granting unimaginable power.

Cultural Reception

It really depends on the person receiving the story. By most it is a nursery tale, a myth, or a scandal. To those who think it is real, it is either a loved fact or a life goal.

In Literature

There are scrolls written about the Gauntlet, it is featured in many adventure scrolls, children's scrolls, and many others.

Date of Setting

46 AL