The Luggage

Lore & Background

The Luggage possesses remarkable self-repair abilities. If cut in half, each piece does not grow into a new copy; instead, separated pieces actively seek each other out to reassemble, remaining loyal to Rincewind throughout the process. It is also capable of 'eating' its own kind if they stray too far from Rincewind's side. Throughout its travels across the Discworld and even beyond, it has proven to be an invaluable asset in combat, often serving as a mobile fortress or a sudden weapon against armies, dragons, and gods alike.

In Their Own Story

The hallway was dark, smelling of damp stone and old dust. Rincewind crouched behind a tapestry, his heart hammering against his ribs as the guards' boots echoed closer. He didn't need to speak; he simply reached out and touched the handle of the trunk sitting innocuously in the corner. Instantly, the wood seemed to ripple. The four legs stretched with a soft crunch, and the lid sprang open like a maw. As the first guard rounded the corner, the Luggage lunged, not with malice, but with the eager enthusiasm of a dog greeting its owner. A brief, wet crunch was followed by silence, save for the sound of the trunk happily waddling back to Rincewind's side.

Reader's Guide

The Luggage operates on a simple, biological imperative: find Rincewind and stay there. It requires no keys; it opens itself when its master is near or when danger approaches. To use it, one simply needs to be the designated owner, as any other person attempting to command it will likely become part of its internal storage system. It functions as both a container and a combat unit. Inside, it holds Rincewind's meager possessions in a space that seems larger than the exterior dimensions suggest. Externally, it acts as an aggressive bodyguard, capable of biting through steel and stone. It can also replicate itself if damaged, ensuring that there is always at least one Luggage to serve its master. No one else should attempt to wield The Luggage. Its loyalty is genetically locked to Rincewind alone. Any other wizard or adventurer who tries to claim it will find themselves on the menu rather than in control of a magical artifact.

Did You Know?

• The Luggage cannot regenerate from a single piece of wood; separated pieces seek reassembly rather than regrowing into copies.
• It originated from an extradimensional world, not a planet, and is crafted from a unique material known simply as 'Luggage wood'.
• Despite its violent nature toward enemies, it is known to be incredibly gentle with Rincewind's personal items.
• The Luggage has survived being burned, crushed, and dismembered, always finding a way back to its master.