Shield of Orestes

Orestes the Ridiculously Glib was a scop of Kassara, and was known for his way with words. Though he ended his career as a reputable scop of some standing, he spent much of his life as a rogue frequenting the port cities of Seth-arban. In his travels and exploits he managed to save enough to acquire a shield studded with a fragmented starstone. He was able to find an enchanter who provided the shield with a magical effect: whoever attunes to and wears the buckler-sized shield is able to understand any language for one hour. Unfortunately, due to the enchanter's lack of skill and the broken starstone, the buckler's wielder cannot communicate (in any fashion) intelligibly during that hour, though to the wielder it seems fine.

The buckler is in one of the many bazaar stalls of the market that supports Seth-arban's nomadic capital. The shield looks gaudy, with bright brass fittings and tin inlays. The only thing on it that looks to be of worth is the shattered starstone. Aside from the spell effect, the buckler provides no armor class benefit when worn.