Most importantly, though, this sourcebook gives players the option to select a Dark Gift.

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These can be very fun to roleplay, especially in a horror-themed campaign.

And, the boons aren’t that great to begin with.

The shadow acts of its own free will at times, haunting those around you.

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There is potential for boons in this form, which makes it slightly better than Echoing Soul.

This casting requires no spell slot, but only works once per long rest.

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However, the symbiote also has its own unique agenda that might not always align with yours.

This can prove costly, particularly if the DM enacts this at the exact right time.

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Their voices whisper in your ear, occasionally tormenting you.

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This Dark Gift is really strong, and ultimately, the banes are all potential and not that impactful.

However, you could also potentially cast the Augury spell through these means.

These banes and boons are ultimately a lot stronger than other Dark Gifts that function similarly.

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When you have Touch of Death as your Dark Gift, your touch is harmful to all.

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