Going into battle empty-handed is a bad idea. Going into battle looking like you just got back from a Felwithe flea market is even worse. Don't give in to those charismatic elven wenches hawking their steins and stones at every lamppost – get yourself some gear that says, "I've come about the reaping."

Implements of Destruction

While there are many necromancers who would disagree with me, it remains my opinion that keeping a good weapon handy is vital. There are several excellent choices for the necromancer. Keep in mind that the right weapon not only serves you in battle, but gives you that menacing aura which sets you apart from the weak and spineless.

	Crafted by Bertoxxulous himself, this wicked blade was forged to fulfill his designs in Norrath. With its matching parrying dagger (below), it holds a place of honor for those who serve him. Woe MAGIC ITEM, LORE ITEM Skill: Piercing Delay: 29 Damage: 5 Effect: Affliction
There's nothing more necromantic than a well-shaped skull. Make discord your friend! Staff of Writhing MAGIC ITEM, LORE ITEM Skill: 1H Blunt Delay: 33 Damage: 9 Effect: Chaotic Feedback CHA –9
	This ancient blade was lost in ages past by the Crusaders of Greenmist. Finders keepers! The Visceral Dagger MAGIC ITEM, LORE ITEM, NO DROP Skill: Piercing Delay: 21 Damage: 6 INT +8

Instruments of Darkness

While the incredible necromantic power which we wield is without compare, the wise necromancer will enhance that power whenever possible. To that end, an assortment of tools and utensils present themselves for our dark purposes.

	This parrying dagger is one of only two items known to have been created by Bertoxxulous himself – the other being Woe, the matching blade which completes the set. Envy MAGIC ITEM, LORE ITEM AC 7 SV FIRE +7, SV MAGIC +3
More than anything else, the scythe is what makes the necromancer stand out from the crowd. A traditional symbol of death, a powerful tool, and a worthy addition to your arsenal. Harvester MAGIC ITEM, LORE ITEM AC 4 STR +5, CHA –5, INT +5 Effect: Deadeye
	The darkest secrets of necromancy are contained within the covers of this book, and they can be called upon at a moment's notice. Words of Darkness MAGIC ITEM, LORE ITEM, NO DROP MANA +45 Effect: Allure of Death