Scarab of Protection

Legendary Wondrous Items (requires attunement)

System Reference Document 5.2 (D&D 2024) · Content reviewed 2026-07-11

Scarab of Protection: Legendary Wondrous Items (requires attunement). Wondrous Item This beetle-shaped medallion provides three benefits while it is on your person. Defense. You gain a +1 bonus to Armor Class. Preservation. The scarab has 12 charges. If you fail a saving throw against a Necromancy spell or a harmful…

Rarity
Legendary
Type
Wondrous Items
Attunement
Required

Wondrous Item

This beetle-shaped medallion provides three benefits while it is on your person. Defense. You gain a +1 bonus to Armor Class.

Preservation. The scarab has 12 charges. If you fail a saving throw against a Necromancy spell or a harmful effect originating from an Undead, you can take a Reaction to expend 1 charge and turn the failed save into a successful one. The scarab crumbles into powder and is destroyed when its last charge is expended.

Spell Resistance. You have Advantage on saving throws against spells.

Common questions

Does Scarab of Protection require attunement?

Yes. Scarab of Protection requires attunement.

How rare is Scarab of Protection?

Scarab of Protection is a legendary wondrous item in the 2024 D&D rules.

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