I'm currently reorganizing the magical materials you guys have in the hopes of making them more noticeable and thus more used but I can't find the links to two Azite steel and Dreamstone. Does anyone remember what they are supposed to do?
Rail gun with a Horacalum trap at the business end.
Fire slugs with a thin ring of Horacalum embedded in the centre to resonate with the Horacalum trap.
The momentum is thus trapped within the round itself, we will build a highly efficient industrial rail gun and distribute "self" propelled slugs that just require activation to resume it's timelocked momentum.
Legionnaire Captain hold-out weapon that can cut clean through 30 ranks of men or take the smile right off of a Rock Elemental?
That's nothing, next level we're going to be qualitatively better than even some of the best legislators in the Planes, with none save those found south of Avernus, so to speak, having anything substantial on us.
purposes and confers the title of Ritualist upon the user, not used as a mark of honor or formal status any more than a distinction between a Journeyman and a Master would mark the difference between them and a real mage.
So, what are the legal obligations and rights of a Ritualist? Sell their services with a Scholarum certification? Can they draw upon the Scholarum for resources? Apply for research grants? Read books dedicated to apprentices and higher? Teach others?
So, what are the legal obligations and rights of a Ritualist? Sell their services with a Scholarum certification? Can they draw upon the Scholarum for resources? Apply for research grants? Read books dedicated to apprentices and higher? Teach others?
Yeah Psychic magic is weird particularly coming from the clear divides of 3.5
Anyway vote closed. Onward to spellcasting regulation.
Adhoc vote count started by DragonParadox on Jun 28, 2019 at 2:58 AM, finished with 326636 posts and 12 votes.
[X] Viserys, Legislation and the World That Wept --[X] It occurs to you, in that moment, sitting across a well-appointed parlor room from the Archon you had placed in her seat, that you could be out enjoying a play at the Silver Dome right now, Lya by your side, instead of being on the cusp of surrendering an evening to combing over laws that you had already written and which you rightfully think in intent address every concern raised on the matter. --[X] Oh you realize Lady Dorera is simply looking after the best interests of those who fall under the purview of her responsibility. --[X] But the shit-eating grin that stretches across your face yet doesn't meet your eyes might speak otherwise: "I hope you understand, of course, that what follows is only what you requested." --[X] You empty out of your cloak your Calligraphy Wyrm, reams upon reams of fresh parchment and the entirety of your legal code from which to cross check using magic and good memory. And something interesting for Lya to read. --[X] "But very well... ask and you shall receive." Begin the first draft of what will clarify legal code that already exists, was clarified, re-written, or will now be added based upon current needs. And if the subtle twitch of your brow signals perhaps you aren't entirely above a small bout of petty spite as you enlist Lady Dorera to assist you in the endeavor, and someone should just so happen to catch it, well, that's not really a problem for a King, now is it? ---[X] The Law Mark Two, Electric Boogaloo ---[X] Firstly, the distinction betweenGeneral Loreand Ritual Lore. ----[X] The first of which shall follow no distinct formula and does not tread too closely upon conceptual bonds which might use material or spiritual components to summon power to direct purpose, but merely information which can be compiled, archived and used as sources in both research, non-fictional publication, and business. ----[X] Often codified under the system of licensing, applied for either at the Scholarum directly when it would be an endeavor which directly relates to research, economic activity or scholarly activity which focuses singularly upon magical information, or else an appropriate Bureau, such as the Bureau of Transportation which regulates commercial and private bulk shipping and passenger transport that utilizes magic as a significant component to its service. ---[X] The second of which regulates all spell-formula and can only be applied for at the Scholarum, during an examination overseen by an accredited mage, for the practice of Low Magic for economic purposes and confers the title of Ritualist upon the user, not used as a mark of honor or formal status any more than a distinction between a Journeyman and a Master would mark the difference between them and a real mage. ----[X] Often codified by what can be used to easily create a spell-structure based upon common understanding of systematized Low Magic which you have many examples of and laws drafted for which are already clear and concise as to what exactly constitutes "a ritual" and what exactly constitutes "a spell". ----[X] Given that it is possible to determine if a caster possesses an internal mental reservoir of spell-matrices and even roughly what type of caster they are through use of readily available spells, that part of the system at least is as robust as it ever was. If at any point someone manages to cobble together a new ritual from scraps of other lore, so long as they submit the example ritual to the Scholarum for inspection and fill out the appropriate paperwork, no ill should come of it. Otherwise they will be accounted for fully within the confines of the law. -[X] A number of safety codes, common sense clauses and even a couple of bureaus to be formed after this meeting over the course of the next month, including licenses for stock brokers who wish to act as an intermediate in such transactions that require specific knowledge to guard investors against fraudulent activity, licensing for Solicitors who may need specific resources or knowledge pertinent in making distinctions in their cases such that not having access to Low Magic is an active detriment to their clients, and licenses for entertainers or other small service-based businesses who do not fall under the umbrella of an organization who is subject to such fines or levies when partaking in such egregious breaches that demand legal action be taken against them, all with specific spell formula available to them which suits the purpose of their economic activity and no further. -[X] Finally, it behooves you to reinforce that both businesses and private interests in possession of such lore, upon submission to the Scholarum for inspection and codification, will be appropriately compensated according to the practical value of the knowledge provided, or else by the Crown if they should possess merely cultural or academic value on a case-by-case basis, handled formally by a functionary suited to the task.
Well, before the new system's implementation, if I'm not wrong, we were sending out Druid Advanced Lotus Leshy as teachers..?
They aren't such a good choice anymore (low-ish CL mostly), but still should work.
I am still searching for any and all Outsiders we can summon up and have them teach our people magic (with DIplo 12+ and CL over 6-8). Am still failing.
Not necessarily as teachers but have you had a look at Pathfinder Kamis? Their quirks may be problematic dependent upon type but outside of that they seem consistent in behaviour and don't seem an issue otherwise.
E.g. Depending upon our read on this Dosojin Road Kami we could potentially attract hundreds if not thousands for our Road network.
If they can be negotiated with not to overly trouble potentially irreverent Imperial Citizens then great, though someone will have to help me understand how much trouble they can cause with 120feet manipulation range if indeed that is it's maximum range when merged with the road.
This would be a conservative reading as the text actually reads:
Several of a kami's abilities function only when it is either merged with its ward or within 120 feet of it.
If @DragonParadox reads it generously then we need to determine it's range and it becomes much more effective outside of deep woods and choke points and they may be a feature along the full length of the network.
[X] Viserys, Legislation and the World That Wept
--[X] It occurs to you, in that moment, sitting across a well-appointed parlor room from the Archon you had placed in her seat, that you could be out enjoying a play at the Silver Dome right now, Lya by your side, instead of being on the cusp of surrendering an evening to combing over laws that you had already written and which you rightfully think in intent address every concern raised on the matter.
--[X] Oh you realize Lady Dorera is simply looking after the best interests of those who fall under the purview of her responsibility.
--[X] But the shit-eating grin that stretches across your face yet doesn't meet your eyes might speak otherwise: "I hope you understand, of course, that what follows is only what you requested."
--[X] You empty out of your cloak your Calligraphy Wyrm, reams upon reams of fresh parchment and the entirety of your legal code from which to cross check using magic and good memory. And something interesting for Lya to read.
--[X] "But very well... ask and you shall receive." Begin the first draft of what will clarify legal code that already exists, was clarified, re-written, or will now be added based upon current needs. And if the subtle twitch of your brow signals perhaps you aren't entirely above a small bout of petty spite as you enlist Lady Dorera to assist you in the endeavor, and someone should just so happen to catch it, well, that's not really a problem for a King, now is it?
---[X] The Law Mark Two, Electric Boogaloo
---[X] Firstly, the distinction between General Lore and Ritual Lore.
----[X] The first of which shall follow no distinct formula and does not tread too closely upon conceptual bonds which might use material or spiritual components to summon power to direct purpose, but merely information which can be compiled, archived and used as sources in both research, non-fictional publication, and business.
----[X] Often codified under the system of licensing, applied for either at the Scholarum directly when it would be an endeavor which directly relates to research, economic activity or scholarly activity which focuses singularly upon magical information, or else an appropriate Bureau, such as the Bureau of Transportation which regulates commercial and private bulk shipping and passenger transport that utilizes magic as a significant component to its service.
---[X] The second of which regulates all spell-formula and can only be applied for at the Scholarum, during an examination overseen by an accredited mage, for the practice of Low Magic for economic purposes and confers the title of Ritualist upon the user, not used as a mark of honor or formal status any more than a distinction between a Journeyman and a Master would mark the difference between them and a real mage.
----[X] Often codified by what can be used to easily create a spell-structure based upon common understanding of systematized Low Magic which you have many examples of and laws drafted for which are already clear and concise as to what exactly constitutes "a ritual" and what exactly constitutes "a spell".
----[X] Given that it is possible to determine if a caster possesses an internal mental reservoir of spell-matrices and even roughly what type of caster they are through use of readily available spells, that part of the system at least is as robust as it ever was. If at any point someone manages to cobble together a new ritual from scraps of other lore, so long as they submit the example ritual to the Scholarum for inspection and fill out the appropriate paperwork, no ill should come of it. Otherwise they will be accounted for fully within the confines of the law.
-[X] A number of safety codes, common sense clauses and even a couple of bureaus to be formed after this meeting over the course of the next month, including licenses for stock brokers who wish to act as an intermediate in such transactions that require specific knowledge to guard investors against fraudulent activity, licensing for Solicitors who may need specific resources or knowledge pertinent in making distinctions in their cases such that not having access to Low Magic is an active detriment to their clients, and licenses for entertainers or other small service-based businesses who do not fall under the umbrella of an organization who is subject to such fines or levies when partaking in such egregious breaches that demand legal action be taken against them, all with specific spell formula available to them which suits the purpose of their economic activity and no further.
-[X] Finally, it behooves you to reinforce that both businesses and private interests in possession of such lore, upon submission to the Scholarum for inspection and codification, will be appropriately compensated according to the practical value of the knowledge provided, or else by the Crown if they should possess merely cultural or academic value on a case-by-case basis, handled formally by a functionary suited to the task.
It occurs to you in that moment, sitting across a well-appointed parlor room from the Archon you had placed in her seat, that you could be out enjoying a play at the Silver Dome right now, Lya by your side, instead of being on the cusp of surrendering an evening to combing over laws that you had already written and which you rightfully think in intent address every concern raised on the matter. Being fair about it, Lady Dorera is simply looking after the best interests of those who fall under the purview of her responsibility, you admit inwardly, but the smile that stretches upon your face might speak of a certain satisfaction just the same. "I hope you understand, of course, that what follows is only what you requested.
She nods graciously enough, but there is a certain wariness to the gesture just the same.
With a flaring of your cloak that is half motion of the arm half mental command you deposit upon the table the entirety of your bound legal code, your ever-diligent Calligraphy Wyrm, and reams upon reams of fresh parchment to write upon. You allow just a hint of your frustration at the scope of the task to show upon your face as you add: "Should you have any suggestions for the implementation of this system do not hesitate to speak up." A reward for playing by the rules in the games of power and influence, but also a share of the work she seems to eager to set forth.
1. Firstly, the distinction between General Lore and Ritual Lore.
1.1. General lore shall follow no distinct formula and does not tread too closely upon conceptual bonds which might use material or spiritual components to summon power to direct purpose, but merely information which can be compiled, archived, and used as sources in both research, non-fictional publication, and business. Often codified under the system of licensing, applied for either at the Scholarum directly when it would be an endeavor which directly relates to research, economic activity or scholarly activity which focuses singularly upon magical information, or else an appropriate bureau, such as the Bureau of Transportation which regulates commercial and private bulk shipping and passenger transport that utilizes magic as a significant component to its service.
1.2. Ritual Lore regulates all spell-formula and can only be applied for at the Scholarum, during an examination overseen by an accredited mage, for the practice of Low Magic for economic purposes and confers the title of Ritualist upon the user, not used as a mark of honor or formal status any more than a distinction between a Journeyman and a Master would mark the difference between them and a real mage. Often codified by what can be used to easily create a spell-structure based upon common understanding of systematized Low Magic which you have many examples of and laws drafted for which are already clear and concise as to what exactly constitutes "a ritual" and what exactly constitutes "a spell".
2. Given that it is possible to determine if a caster possesses an internal mental reservoir of spell-matrices and even roughly what type of caster they are through use of readily available spells, that part of the system at least is as robust as it ever was. If at any point someone manages to cobble together a new ritual from scraps of other lore, so long as they submit the example ritual to the Scholarum for inspection and fill out the appropriate paperwork, no ill should come of it. Otherwise they will be accounted for fully within the confines of the law.
3. A number of safety codes, common sense clauses, and even a couple of bureaus to be formed after this meeting over the course of the next month, including licenses for stock brokers who wish to act as an intermediate in such transactions that require specific knowledge to guard investors against fraudulent activity, licensing for Solicitors who may need specific resources or knowledge pertinent in making distinctions in their cases such that not having access to Low Magic is an active detriment to their clients, and licenses for entertainers or other small service-based businesses who do not fall under the umbrella of an organization who is subject to such fines or levies when partaking in such egregious breaches that demand legal action be taken against them, all with specific spell formula available to them which suits the purpose of their economic activity and no further.
4. Finally, in the interests of reinforcing both businesses and private interests in possession of such lore, upon submission to the Scholarum for inspection and codification, will be appropriately compensated according to the practical value of the knowledge provided, or else by the Crown if they should possess merely cultural or academic value on a case-by-case basis, handled formally by a functionary suited to the task.
***
Seventh Day of the Tenth Month 293 AC
By the time the three of you have set even a framework of the system in place the evening is well and truly spent and the night with it. Fingers of rosy dawn creep upon the horizon, glinting through a thousand thousand panes of glass as it spills out over the city. For those most invested in the making of that glass the new day will bring an unwelcome realization that some of the secrets of their trade are not quite as secret as they had been, though no doubt the glint of gold shall go some way to soothing that hurt.
It is only now that Lya finally has the chance to look through the notes on the creation of the guild's highest arcane craft—Mage Hunter Golems of purest living glass, runes, notes, and arcana alongside exacting specifications for ovens and even rhythm exercises for blowing certain delicate pieces of glass. The more you read the more surprising it becomes, for while you find the influence of the Freehold as you had expected there is also what looks like feycraft in the mix, subtle songs that echo in the clang of hammers and impossible colors refracted to tell tales seen before only in the mind's eye.
"It seems not all your relations with the fey have been adversarial," you muse.
"No, they have not, though the matter only truly concerns the final creation of the ritual," the Myrish sorceress explains. "The being that aided in this was a remacera, a spirit of rebirth. All it sought was a path back to the world of the fey to break its long exile. Securing that way did not come cheap in either lives or gold, but in the end secure it we did, and so too did the spirit live up to its end of the bargain. Given both its power and its inclination to sowing chaos I am almost as happy to have seen the last of it as I am with the other result of the bargain."
Light's Quickening (Blood Magic, Greater)
School: Transmutation & Divination; Level 8
Casting Time: 70 minutes
Material Components: Glass, Rare Oils and Salts worth 8,580 IM Special: The body of the inert construct must be crafted over the course of 7 days by master glass makers and their assistants who must pass one DC 20 Craft (Glass-Blowing) or Sculpture check each day. Failing these checks will not incur failure of the ritual, though a single failed check does require that the body be melted down and forged again
Blood Component: Minor bloodletting from the primary or any of the secondary casters, though causing 1d4 Wisdom Damage and costing the memory of pure emotion (negative or positive) that cannot be restored while the resulting golem lives.
Required Caster: Arcane Caster of at least level 5 Secondary Casters: Up to eight
Skill Checks: DC 20 Knowledge (Arcana) 2 successes; DC 22 Knowledge (Nature) 2 success; DC 23 Spellcraft 2 successes
Backlash: The caster's ability to feel emotion is dimmed for 1d3 days, such that they cannot benefit from any moral bonuses from spells or abilities Effects: Creates 1 Glass Golem
Failure: The caster loses significant portions of their memory which can only be restored by Limited Wish, Wish, or Miracle and the resulting golem goes berserk as it absorbs the chaotic thoughts.
"That does not seem too terrible a sacrifice," Lya says, unable to keep a note of relief out of her voice. Her greatest fear with regards to the ritual was that it would be akin to the darkest works of the Freehold, such as molded the Seeker and its kind from the flesh of the unborn. "It need not even be a happy memory from what I can see..."
"No, only a strong one," Lady Dorera confirms. "Guilt, grief, loss, and heartbreak can seed the golems as easily as brighter memories, and we have seen no difference in their working regardless of the emotion of their core."
"Sorrow is no less a part of us as joy," you point out. "There should probably be a kind healer involved in screening applicants to offer up their memories, it is not as though we will lack for choice."
What do you do next?
[] Travel to the Plane of Earth to deal with your business there
[] Reconvene with your most trusted allies and subjects on the matter of Heaven's Fate—and how much of it should be known to general populace
[] Summon the independent Artificer Uniila that has acted against you on many an occasion in revenge for taking her sister captive and bound by powerful magics
[] Visit your uncle again. You have things to talk about, and people to scheme against
[] Meet with Stannis Baratheon. With the bargain you've struck with Storm God, he may yet play a part larger than being but a mere Lord...
[] Write in
OOC: I was tempted to move on but the transition just felt jarring.
I really want to meet with Stannis, but we should get the Opaline Vault visit taken care of first. We can meet with the Vizier to get an intel update, personally inform him of our latest raid (bounties still a thing?), and meet with House Adjar to arrange the Adamantine purchase.
Also, I want to check to see if any additional Shaitan enchanters are available. Long shot, but worth asking about.
[X] Travel to the Plane of Earth to deal with your business there
-[X] Retroactively place a standing order for 12 Glass Golems per month to be produced by the Glassmakers Guild of Myr. Cost: 118,404 IM per month.
"No, they have not, though the matter only truly concerns the final creation of the ritual," the Myrish sorceress explains. "The being that aided in this was a remacera, a spirit of rebirth. All it sought was a path back to the world of the fey to break its long exile. Securing that way did not come cheap in either lives or gold, but in the end secure it we did and so too did the spirit live up to its end of the bargain. Given both its power and its inclination to sowing chaos I am almost as happy to have seen the last of it as I am with the other result of the bargain."
This is just unfair, reincarnation for anyone it kills, if we had some of those, we could offer free reincarnations to any of our citizens we wanted to.
In other words, that creature is so very abusable, seriously on an empire level, its ability would be more valuable, than a genie willing to dedicate its Wishes to you.
