Bag of Holding
A humble satchel containing infinite space for the weary adventurer.
The Bag of Holding stands as one of the most iconic wondrous items in the multiverse, recognized instantly by adventurers from the Sword Coast to the Dragonlance realms. It appears deceptively simple, often resembling a worn leather satchel with drawstrings, yet it conceals a vast extradimensional space within its humble folds. This artifact serves as the quintessential solution for logistical nightmares faced by traveling parties. By allowing travelers to carry immense quantities of loot, supplies, and equipment without suffering from encumbrance, it fundamentally shapes how campaigns are played and how heroes approach dungeon delving.
Quick Facts
- Item type
- Wondrous Item
- Weight
- 15 pounds
- Material
- Leather with drawstrings
- Critical risk
- Astral Plane Rift
Facts from the source article.
Background
While specific origins vary across different campaign settings, these bags are generally attributed to skilled artificers or high-level wizards who mastered the manipulation of spatial planes. They are rarely found in nature and usually appear as rewards from ancient ruins or purchased from specialized magic item dealers in major cities. The magic sustaining the bag is volatile. It exists partially outside the Material Plane, which explains why its interior volume exceeds its exterior dimensions.
This connection to other planes makes it susceptible to interference from similar artifacts. The most famous danger involves combining a Bag of Holding with another extradimensional storage device, an act that destabilizes reality locally. Despite the risks, the item remains ubiquitous among thieves' guilds and adventuring companies alike. Its reliability has made it a standard part of a hero's inventory, often passed down through generations or recovered from fallen foes who underestimated its value.
Did You Know?
- Living creatures cannot survive inside the bag for long periods due to lack of air.
- It is one of the few magic items that does not typically require attunement.
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