Second String (Patreon)

Wondrous item (viol), uncommon (requires attunement)

A beautiful violin with runes and strings that gleam with supportive magicks. When a creature you can see within 40 feet of you makes a performance check, you can use your reaction to play this instrument, adding your performance modifier to the roll by accompanying theirs with music.

Backing. While holding this instrument, if a spell attack roll by another creature that can hear you misses against a target within 40 feet of you, you can use your reaction to manipulate the spell and have the attacking creature repeat the roll against the same target. You can use this property a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus before finishing a long rest. If you have proficiency with viols, you can use this feature one additional time before finishing a long rest.

Many consider being the "accompaniment" a failure, seeing it as a position reserved for those incapable of standing front and center due to a lack of talent. Vivian saw it as a matter of pride. Though she was never in the spotlight or granted a solo performance, she knew that her duty to the orchestra was essential. Regardless of whether or not the audience recognized this, her masterful handling of tone that unified every other member of the troupe was the secret ingredient to their performances.