Gauntlet of the Black Dragon

The Gauntlet of the Black Dragon is one of the six pieces of the Armor of Tiamat, formed from the scales of Yssondreneth, the first black dragon.
It was famously worn by Mariana Goldfinch during the Great Dragon War.

Mechanics & Inner Workings

On its own, the gauntlet appeared to be large enough to fit a large humanoid creature. However, once a creature touches the gauntlet, it automatically shrinks or grows to its size. When put on, the gauntlet sinks into the wearer's flesh, burning away their skin and replacing the hand and arm with that of a black dragon's. The gauntlet can then no longer be removed without magical means.
With time and proper attunement, the gauntlet can grant its wearers many abilities. The dragon arm can secrete acid that can coat weapons. A properly trained user can also revert the dragon arm back into a gauntlet. The gauntlet can also allow its wearer to transform into a black dragon of increasing age, depending on the wearer's level of attunement with the item.

Significance

The Gauntlet of the Black Dragon was created from the first black dragon Yssondreneth as a way to preserve her power even beyond her death. As a piece of the Armor of Tiamat, the gauntlet resonated with Tiamat and could assist in her summoning, as attempted by Don Rel during the Great Dragon War.

Current Holder

Tazmikella

Subtype / Model

Armor of Tiamat

Owning Organization

Metallic Dragon Council