There is an ancient, magical wand capable of transforming minds, bodies and objects. It's primary intent was for an emperor to transform people into his obedient pets, some kept humanoid, others completely reduced to animal form. Through this wand, the emperor acquired an army, a harem, and near limitless control. It was known only as the Obedience Wand.
What became of the emperor and the empire is unknown. The wand, however, lives on. It is a rather plain wand, one that could be mistaken for a stick if not for the smooth, obviously treated finish of it. As such, it could have been ignored for thousands of years, only to turn up in the most unexpected place.
Where has the wand turned up, and who has found it?