Boots of dancing

Boots of dancing were cursed magic boots that made their wearer ineffective in combat, but at least a good dancer. The curse was undetectable via identify, with the boots appearing to be a different type of enchanted boots.

Description
Boots of dancing adjusted their size to fit any creature attempting to put them on, be it a halfling or a giant.

Powers
The curse put on these boots forced the wearer to start dancing uncontrollably when entering a physical altercation, or even when attempting to flee from one. The magic kept the wearer in place, dancing, unable to intentionally move or attack, becoming an easy target for their opponents as if affected by Otto's irresistible dance. Boots of dancing could only be removed via remove curse.

However, after the Spellplague, the magic that enchanted boots of dancing changed. Instead of forcing the wearer to dance, making them vulnerable in combat, these boots made the wearer dance gracefully out of the way of danger once activated.

Creation
Boots of dancing could be crafted by a person proficient in creating magical items using the Otto's irresistible dance spell.

History
During the mid-14 century DR, these cursed boots could be found in the Dalelands, areas surrounding Freedale and Shadowdale, as well as in the markets and ancient crypts of Zakhara.

Appearances

 * Adventures
 * Under Mount Dread
 * Card Games
 * AD&D Trading Cards