Shadowleaf

Gwathlas (Sindarin for ‘shadowleaf ’) is a leafy plant whose thick, round root can be compressed to produce an oily fluid that is consumed. In Gondor, this plant is associated with the forces of the Shadow, whose sorcerers use it to fortify themselves against their rivals and improve their ability to study their master’s dark lore. It was first cultivated by the Black Númenoreans, who were taught its virtues by Sauron himself. In Gondor, possessing, extracting, or consuming gwathlas is a crime punishable by death. Location: Eastern reaches of the White Mountains. Find TN: 7 Prepare TN: 10 Fresh Term: 3 weeks Prepared Term: 1 year Effect: When consumed, this noxious drink sharpens the mind and gives speed to thoughts and ideas, increasing one’s Wits score by 2 for two hours.